Houston Symphony Magazine — March 2016 by Houston Symphony

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PROGRAMS

22 March 4-6 24 March 10, 12, 13 28 March 11 32 March 18-20 36 March 24-26 38 March 31, April 2, 3

FEATURES

6 Letter to Patrons 8 James Horner’s Collage, North American Premiere 14 Paving the Way: Youth Orchestra Festival Nurtures Aspiring Musicians 19 Andrés’ First Commercial Recording with the Houston Symphony 20 3 Weeks of Beethoven 60 Backstage Pass—Meet the Musicians

celebrate the Houston The Houston Symphony performs 19 We Symphony’s inaugural recording 8 the North American premiere of James with Andrés – the first of a threedisc Dvorˇák series.

Horner’s Collage: A Concerto for Four Horns.

EVENTS

10 Save the Dates! 16 Upcoming Performances 30 2016-17 POPS Season Preview

YOUR HOUSTON SYMPHONY

12 Andrés Orozco-Estrada, Music Director 12 Chief Conductors and Music Directors 18 Orchestra and Staff 43 Houston Symphony Chorus

OUR SUPPORTERS

7 New Century Society 12 New Music Director Fund 15 Education and Community Engagement Donors 44 Symphony Society Board 45 Musician Sponsorship 46 Houston Symphony Endowment 47 Chorus Endowment Donors 48 Sustainability Fund 49 Leadership Council 50 Houston Symphony Donors 55 Vintage Virtuoso

miss 3 Weeks of Beethoven, year 20 Don’t two of a three-season cycle.

The Houston Symphony currently records under its own label, Houston Symphony Media Productions, and for Naxos. Houston Symphony recordings also are available on the Telarc, RCA Red Seal, Virgin Classics and Koch International Classics labels.

Acknowledgements

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CREDITS

Mark C. Hanson Executive Director/CEO Margaret Alkek Williams Chair Keith Nickerson Managing Editor Elaine Reeder Mayo Editorial Consultant

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LATE SEATING In consideration of audience members, the Houston Symphony makes every effort to begin concerts on time. Ushers will assist with late seating at pre-designated intervals. You may be asked to sit in a location other than your ticketed seat until the end of that portion of the concert. You will be able to move to your ticketed seat at the concert break. CHILDREN AT CONCERTS In consideration of our patrons, we ask that children be 6 years and older to attend Houston Symphony concerts. Children of all ages, including infants, are admitted to Family Concerts. Any child over age 1 must have a ticket for those performances. CAMERAS, RECORDERS, CELL PHONES & PAGERS Cameras and recorders are not permitted in the hall. Patrons may not use any device to record or photograph performances. Please silence cell phones, pagers and alarm watches and refrain from texting during performances.

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LETTER TO PATRONS

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Steven P. Mach President

Mark C. Hanson Executive Director/CEO Margaret Alkek WIlliams Chair

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This month, the Houston Symphony is honored to present the North American premiere of the late James Horner’s Collage, A Concerto for Four Horns and Orchestra, the award-winning composer’s last completed concert work. Best known for composing several film scores that are interwoven into the fabric of our lives—including Titanic, Avatar and Braveheart—James Horner was tragically taken from us last June when his single-engine Tucano plane crashed in the Los Padres National Forest of Southern California. James was 61, but his music will live on, holding a special place in our hearts. Please learn more about this month’s special premiere performance in celebration of James Horner’s legacy on page 8. Also this month, we continue to salute Ludwig Van Beethoven during our “3 Weeks of Beethoven”. In its second year, Andrés and the orchestra resume their three-season cycle of Beethoven’s nine symphonies on March 4, 5 and 6, with performances of Symphony No. 2 and Symphony No. 8. This concert also features La Llorona, a work by Composer-in-Residence Gabriela Lena Frank that was dedicated to our own Principal Viola, Wayne Brooks. The piece, commissioned by the Houston Symphony in 2007, will feature Wayne as soloist. This season’s “3 Weeks of Beethoven” also includes Symphonies No. 3 and 9. Often hailed as the birth of the Romantic era, Beethoven’s heroic Third Symphony changed music forever. Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9, Choral, will be performed on March 18–20. Of all symphonies, Beethoven’s monumental Symphony No. 9 is most often declared the greatest ever written. On the POPS front, our recently announced 2016-17 season marks BBVA Compass’ eighth consecutive year as a lead supporter of the Houston Symphony BBVA Compass POPS (see page 30). This month, with his charming, dapper style, Matthew Morrison is front and center at Jones Hall. Matthew, who returns to Broadway in the new musical Finding Neverland, is the star of TV’s Glee, and he has emerged as one of the most adored talents in entertainment, earning him both Tony and Emmy nominations for his stage and screen work. Lastly, make your plans now to attend our signature annual event, the Houston Symphony Ball. On May 14, the Ball returns to Jones Hall for only the second time in its history. Chaired by Jana and Scotty Arnoldy, and made possible by Presenting Sponsor Phillips 66, this year’s Ball features extraordinary musical performances and delicious cuisine, as well as a silent auction chaired by Mary Ann and David McKeithan. We hope to see you at the Ball or another Symphony event very soon!

New Century Society for Artistic Excellence and Innovation The New Century Society for Artistic Excellence and Innovation recognizes the Houston Symphonyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most committed and loyal supporters who have pledged their leadership support over a three-year period to help secure the orchestraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s financial future. For more information or to pledge your support, please contact Mark C. Hanson, Executive Director/CEO, at (713) 238-1411 or David Chambers, Chief Development Officer, at (713) 337-8525.

Ms. Marie Taylor Bosarge Margaret Alkek Williams Janice Barrow Rochelle & Max Levit Cora Sue & Harry Mach Mr. George P. Mitchell Bobby & Phoebe Tudor The Honorable David H. Dewhurst Albert & Ethel Herzstein Charitable Foundation Mr. & Mrs. Jim R. Smith Mike Stude Mr. & Mrs. Jesse B. Tutor Robin Angly & Miles Smith The Hearst Foundation, Inc. Joella & Steven P. Mach Mr. & Mrs. J. Stephen Marks Houston Methodist Ron Franklin & Janet Gurwitch

Carol & Michael Linn & The Michael C. Linn Family Foundation Nancy & Robert Peiser Rand Group Mr. & Mrs. William K. Robbins Jr. / The Robbins Foundation Laura & Michael Shannon Dr. & Mrs. Robert B. Sloan Jr. / Houston Baptist University Steven & Nancy Williams Baker Botts L.L.P. Beauchamp Foundation Mr. & Mrs. Edward F. Blackburne Jr. Mr. & Mrs. John P. Dennis III / WoodRock & Co. Stephen & Mariglyn Glenn Barbara & Pat McCelvey John B. Onstott / Geo. H. Lewis & Sons Mr. & Mrs. James A. Shaffer Wells Fargo

March 2016

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The Houston Symphony Performs the U.S. Premiere of Horner’s Collage

Titanic. Avatar. Braveheart. Field of Dreams. Some of the biggest movies of the past 30 years have told their stories with the help of sweeping, colorful scores by the late James Horner. He entrusted some of their most poignant moments to the French horn: In Field of Dreams, for instance, the horn lent its glow to the first sight of the ballpark in the cornfield. As the great horn parts accumulated, two veterans of Horner recording sessions, David Pyatt and Richard Watkins, began longing for something even juicier. They envisioned a Horner concerthall piece spotlighting the horn. “His writing for horn was so unique, it needed to be done!” Pyatt recalls. Thus was born Collage: A Concerto for Four Horns, for which the Houston Symphony gives the U.S. premiere March 31-April 3. The orchestra’s Principal Horn, William VerMeulen, and Associate Principal, Robert Johnson, will share the solo roles with British guests Pyatt and Watkins. Collage joins one of the orchestral repertoire’s tiniest niches: the four-horn concerto. The only example from a major composer is Robert Schumann’s Konzertstück, or Concert Piece, a blockbuster that VerMeulen and his Houston Symphony colleagues played in 1997 under conductor Christoph Eschenbach. Whereas the Konzertstück includes “incredibly virtuosic” horn parts, Watkins says, Collage sets a different tone. “None of the parts require fiendish technical virtuosity,” Watkins explains. “It’s more a display of the instrument’s beautiful lyrical sound.” Watkins, former principal horn of London’s Philharmonia Orchestra, juggles a busy solo career with teaching at the Royal Academy of Music; Pyatt is the London Philharmonic’s principal horn. Like generations of top London musicians before them,

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they’re experienced hands at recording movie soundtracks. Pyatt says his favorite among the Horner scores he played is Iris, a 2001 biopic about British novelist Iris Murdoch; its chamber-ensemble score interweaves Pyatt’s horn and Joshua Bell’s violin. Watkins singles out Horner’s “typically lush, romantic score” in For Greater Glory, a 2012 war epic set in Mexico. “His music gets to the emotional heart of a film, without complication or irrelevance,” Pyatt says. At the time For Greater Glory was recorded, Watkins says, the International Horn Society—which promotes the instrument’s performance, study and repertoire—had been backing him in commissioning works. He turned to Horner. “I thought James would be an ideal choice, with his obvious love of the instrument,” Watkins says. “Although he never played professionally, he studied the instrument. James was thrilled at the prospect, and several weeks later suggested a concerto for four horns and orchestra.” There was one hitch, says VerMeulen, a former member of the Horn Society’s advisory council. Commissioning Horner to write a concerto was expensive, and the Society couldn’t quite cover the bill. “I said, if I can get my orchestra to pitch in, can we secure the North American premiere rights?” VerMeulen recalls. “That in itself took some negotiating. The whole reason James was doing this was as a favor to his film horn players. He didn’t want it to be just a plain old project that any orchestra could get.” But the deal fell into place, and the Houston Symphony gets “bragging rights. This is a big deal,” VerMeulen says. “The Schumann piece is such a singularity that having the North American premiere of another high-profile concerto for four horns is a huge feather in Houston’s cap.” Horner gave the four-horn form his own spin, Watkins says, by treating the soloists as independent voices rather than a block, as in Schumann’s Konzertstück. Dividing the horns across both sides of the stage added a spatial element—most powerfully in the opening, where the soloists enter one by one “to stunning effect.” Watkins, Pyatt and two other Horner veterans premiered Collage in March 2015 with the London Philharmonic. They recorded it in London last May, less than a month before Horner died in a crash of his private plane. Now Collage arrives in the United States. Joining celebrated colleagues to introduce a major composer’s work will be a career milestone for the Houston Symphony’s Johnson. “I dreamt of soloing with the Houston Symphony when I attended weekly concerts as a youngster at Rice University,” Johnson says. “For my dream to be realized in this fashion is beyond what I even imagined.” —Steven Brown

events

Save the Dates Wine Dinner and Collector’s Auction Friday, April 1, 2016 On stage, Jesse H. Jones Hall for the Performing Arts Viviana & David Denechaud, Chairs Christie & Billy McCartney, Chairs Robert Weiner, Collector’s Auction Chair

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Join us for one of the Symphony’s most celebrated events. Enjoy a delectable multi-course dinner by Jackson and Company, carefully paired with wines from Spec’s Wines, Spirits and Finer Foods selected by Viviana and David Denechaud, Christie and Billy McCartney, and Lindy and John Rydman. Connoisseurs may bid at our Collector’s Auction, featuring rare fine wines, wine-related packages and spirits—all to support the Houston Symphony’s Education and Community Programming. The decor for the 2016 Wine Dinner will be created by Todd Fiscus of TODD Events. For wait list options or to make a donation to the Wine Dinner or the Collector’s Auction, please contact Tyler Murphy, Associate, Special Events, at (713) 337-8582 or tyler.murphy@houstonsymphony.org.

Christie & Billy McCartney

The 2016 Houston Symphony Ball Presenting Sponsor

Jana & Scotty Arnoldy, Chairs Mary Ann & David McKeithan, Auction Chairs Valerie & Tracy Dieterich, Ball After Party Chairs Make plans to join us for the annual Houston Symphony Ball. A highlight of the Houston social calendar, the Ball returns to Jones Hall in 2016, chaired by Jana and Scotty Arnoldy. With extraordinary musical performances, delicious cuisine and other special surprises, this evening is not-to-be-missed. Guests may bid on unique and spectacular items and experiences in the silent auction, chaired by Mary Ann and David McKeithan. This year’s Ball honors two of the Symphony’s finest supporters: Sybil Roos and Spec’s Wines, Spirits and Finer Foods as well as Associate Conductor Robert Franz. The evening will conclude with an electric After Party, chaired by Valerie and Tracy Dieterich. All proceeds benefit the Houston Symphony’s Education and Community Programming.

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Saturday, May 14, 2016 at 6pm Jesse H. Jones Hall for the Performing Arts

Jana & Scotty Arnoldy

Tables for 14: $100,000 Tables for 12: $75,000 Tables for 10: $50,000; $25,000 and $15,000 Individual Tickets: $6,250; $2,500 and $1,500 For more information and to purchase tables and tickets, please contact Tyler Murphy at (713) 337-8582 or tyler.murphy@houstonsymphony.org. 10

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ANDRÉS OROZCO-ESTRADA, MUSIC DIRECTOR

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Houston Symphony Music Director Andrés Orozco-Estrada began his tenure in the 2014-15 season. He immediately established a dynamic presence on the podium and a deep bond with the musicians of the orchestra. Andrés carefully curates his programs to feature engaging combinations of classical masterworks paired with the music of today, significant artistic collaborations with composers and guest artists, and innovative use of multimedia and visual effects, all in order to make meaningful connections with the audience. A natural communicator, Andrés expands on this foundation in the 2015-16 season and engages even more with the audience in direct conversation about music. Among his new initiatives is “On-Stage Insights with Andrés,” which features casual commentary by Andrés and soloists from the stage. On the recording front, Andrés and the Symphony are recording the last four great symphonies of Antonín Dvorˇák. Andrés has also spearheaded a cultural exchange and partnership with the Filarmónica Joven de Colombia. Born in Medellín, Colombia, Andrés began his musical studies on the violin and started conducting at age 15. At 19, he entered

the Vienna Music Academy, where he studied with Uroš Lajovic (pupil of the legendary Hans Swarowsky), and completed his degree with distinction conducting the Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra at the Musikverein. Andrés burst on the international scene with two substitutions with the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra: the first, his debut in 2010, standing in for Esa-Pekka Salonen, and then in 2012, substituting for Riccardo Muti at the Musikverein. He has worked with the most prominent European orchestras, most recently the Munich Philharmonic Orchestra, Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra, Mahler Chamber Orchestra, City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Orchestra dell’Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia in Rome, Orchestre National de France and Oslo Philharmonic. In addition to his post in Houston, Andrés is chief conductor of the Frankfurt Radio Symphony Orchestra and principal guest conductor of the London Philharmonic Orchestra. In the 2015-16 season, he makes his official subscription series debut with the Vienna Philharmonic, as well as the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, the Tonhalle-Orchestra Zurich, the Cleveland Orchestra and the Philadelphia Orchestra.

THE NEW MUSIC DIRECTOR FUND The New Music Director Fund supports the concert activities of Andrés OrozcoEstrada in his year as Music Director Designate (2013-14 Centennial Season) and his first years as Music Director of the Houston Symphony (2014-15 and 2015-16 seasons). Andrés, appointed in January 2013, is a young, dynamic conductor who radiates charm and energy both on and off the podium. He is the orchestra’s first Hispanic music director.

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For information on how to become involved, please contact Mark C. Hanson, Executive Director/CEO, at (713) 238-1411 or David Chambers, Chief Development Officer, at (713) 337-8525.

The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts Ms. Marie Taylor Bosarge Bobby & Phoebe Tudor Margaret Alkek Williams 12

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Janice Barrow Gary & Marian Beauchamp Barbara & Pat McCelvey Nancy & Robert Peiser Mr. & Mrs. Jim R. Smith Mike Stude Mr. & Mrs. Jesse B. Tutor

CHIEF CONDUCTORS AND MUSIC DIRECTORS Julien Paul Blitz (1913-16)

Sir John Barbirolli (1961-67)

Paul Bergé (1916-18)

André Previn (1967-69)

Uriel Nespoli (1931-32)

Lawrence Foster (1971-78)

Frank St. Leger (1932-35)

Sergiu Comissiona (1980-88)

Ernst Hoffmann (1936-47)

Christoph Eschenbach (1988-99)

Efrem Kurtz (1948-54) Ferenc Fricsay (1954) Leopold Stokowski (1955-61)

Hans Graf (2001-13) Andrés Orozco-Estrada (2014-)

Education and Community engagement

Paving the Way: Youth Orchestra Festival Nurtures Aspiring Musicians For decades, the Houston Symphony has fostered accessible music education in our community. As a keystone to Andrés Orozco-Estrada’s leadership philosophy, and through partnerships with distinguished youth orchestras in our city, gifted young musicians are provided the opportunity to further explore and refine their craft. The programs within the Youth Orchestra Partnerships aim to broaden talented instrumentalists’ involvement and study of music that is conducive to setting bold, individualized goals. These goals, which support their creative expression, are set by virtue of collaboration, problem-solving and concert performances. Access to quality music education is proven to be a critical learning tool that keeps students engaged in school. It helps develop well-rounded individuals and encourages skills that are vital for success in the 21st century. Understanding this, the Houston Symphony has progressively bolstered its efforts to contribute its resources to meet the demand for high-quality music education in greater Houston and increase student achievement through the arts. This academic year alone, approximately 210 budding musicians from the High School for the Performing and Visual Arts Orchestra, Houston Youth Symphony and Virtuosi of Houston have worked with our musicians and guest artists in clinics and masterclasses to develop technique, hone listening skills and improve musicianship. Each season, the Houston Symphony partners with one of these youth orchestras for a side-by-side performance during the Spec’s Charitable Foundation Salute to Educators concert, an annual free concert for educators. Last month, the Houston Symphony was joined by members of the Virtuosi of Houston Young Artists Chamber Orchestra in a performance of Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 3, Scottish. On other occasions, youth orchestra members perform chamber music in the Jones Hall lobby as an opener to Houston Symphony concerts. Additionally, the Houston Symphony motivates these young and gifted performers by providing them with free passes to any of our classical concerts throughout the season, where they are inspired by uplifting performances and envision themselves as professional musicians. For these young virtuosos, perhaps the most exciting element of the Youth Orchestra Partnerships is the Houston Symphony’s 14

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annual Youth Orchestra Festival. In its third year, this free, oneday festival provides an incomparable opportunity for young musicians to experience the thrill of performing on the Jones Hall stage. Michael Webster, Artistic Director for the Houston Youth Symphony, expressed that “for the many Houston Youth Symphony members who go on to become music performance majors, the Youth Orchestra Festival is an important addition to the foundation upon which their careers will be built. It gives them a chance to repeat repertoire prepared for other concerts, and thus take one step closer to having a ‘professional’ experience by performing onstage.” As an additional resource, all the partnering youth orchestras are offered the guidance of our Community-Embedded Musicians to help prepare string players for their festival performance before an audience that extends beyond family and friends. Houston Symphony Executive Director and CEO, Mark C. Hanson, attests that youth orchestras afforded him key learning opportunities throughout his childhood. Originally from Massachusetts, Mark began playing the cello at age 4 and joined the Greater Boston Youth Symphony Orchestra during middle school. In high school, he played in the New England Conservatory’s Youth Philharmonic Orchestra and even performed at Carnegie Hall as a member of a national youth orchestra. “I still remember the thrill of performing on such an iconic stage,” reflected Mark, who noted that the experience of being part of an ensemble and performing in renowned venues influenced him to pursue studies at the University of Rochester’s Eastman School of Music before transferring to Harvard University. Today, Mark—who conceived the Youth Orchestra Festival— affirms that “through the festival, the Houston Symphony is endeavoring to create lifelong memories and learning opportunities for greater Houston’s aspiring instrumentalists similar to those that inspired music students like myself.” This year’s Youth Orchestra Festival will be from 3 to 5:45pm on Saturday, April 9 at Jones Hall. To find out more about our Youth Orchestra Partnerships, contact Allison Conlan, Associate Director of Education, at (713) 238-1447.

EducaTIon and Community Engagement The Houston Symphony acknowledges those individuals, corporations and foundations that support our education and community engagement activities. Each year, these activities impact the lives of more than 97,000 children and students and provide access to our world-class orchestra for more than 150,000 Houstonians free of charge.

Support by Endowed Funds Education and Community programs are also supported by the following endowed funds, which are part of the Houston Symphony Endowment:

GUARANTOR - $100,000+ BBVA Compass Ms. Marie Taylor Bosarge The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts The Honorable David H. Dewhurst City of Houston through the Miller Theatre Advisory Board Houston Endowment Houston Symphony Endowment John & Lindy Rydman / Spec’s Wines, Spirits and Finer Foods

SUPPORTER - $10,000+ CenterPoint Energy East West Bank Enbridge Energy Company George & Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation Houston Symphony League Marathon Oil Corporation The Powell Foundation Vivian L. Smith Foundation

Margarett & Alice Brown Endowment Fund for Education Lawrence E. Carlton M.D. Endowment Fund for Youth Programs Richard P. Garmany Fund for the Houston Symphony League Concerto Competition The William Randolph Hearst Endowed Fund for Education Programs Selma S. Neumann Fund Spec’s Charitable Foundation Salute to Educators Concert Fund Houston Symphony Ima Hogg Competition Endowed Fund

BENEFACTOR - $5,000+ Houston Symphony League Bay Area LTR Lewis Cloverdale Foundation Macy’s Randalls Food Markets Strake Foundation

Support for Symphony Scouts Symphony Scouts is supported by Cora Sue and Harry Mach in honor of Roger Daily’s 13 years of service as Director of the Houston Symphony’s Education and Community Programs.

UNDERWRITER - $50,000+ Cameron International Corporation The Elkins Foundation ExxonMobil Dr. & Mrs. Robert B. Sloan / Houston Baptist University GDF SUEZ Energy North America The Hearst Foundation, Inc. Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo The John P. McGovern Foundation Mr. and Mrs. William K. Robbins Jr. / The Robbins Foundation Shell Oil Company The Robert & Janice McNair Foundation SPONSOR - $25,000+ The Boeing Company Mr. & Mrs. John P. Dennis III Sterling-Turner Foundation PARTNER - $15,000+ Anadarko Petroleum Corporation Ruth and Ted Bauer Family Foundation

The Melbern G. and Susanne M. Glasscock Foundation Wells Fargo Mr. Jay Steinfeld & Mrs. Barbara Winthrop

DONOR - $1,000+ Lilly & Thurmon Andress Diane & Harry Gendel Kinder Morgan Foundation Robert W. & Pearl Wallis Knox Foundation Lillian Kaiser Lewis Foundation Cora Sue & Harry Mach Karinne & Bill McCullough Nancy & Robert Peiser Chester Pitts Foundation Tricia & Mark Rauch Texas Commission on the Arts

Support for the Community-Embedded Musician Program The Houston Symphony residency at Crespo Elementary is presented by BBVA Compass and the BBVA Compass Foundation. We are also thankful to HISD and these lead supporters of the CommunityEmbedded Musician program: Robert and Janice McNair Foundation, Medistar, Spec’s Charitable Foundation, Nancy and Robert Peiser, Mr. Jay Seinfeld and Mrs. Barbara Winthrop, and the LTR Lewis Cloverdale Foundation.

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ORCHESTRA AND STAFF Andrés Orozco-Estrada, Music Director Roy and Lillie Cullen Chair Michael Krajewski, Principal POPS Conductor Robert Franz, Associate Conductor Sponsor, Ms. Marie Taylor Bosarge FIRST VIOLIN Frank Huang, Concertmaster Max Levine Chair Eric Halen, Co-Concertmaster Ellen E. Kelley Chair Qi Ming, Assistant Concertmaster Fondren Foundation Chair Marina Brubaker Tong Yan MiHee Chung Rodica Gonzalez Ferenc Illenyi Si-Yang Lao Kurt Johnson Christopher Neal Sergei Galperin Anastasia Sukhopara* Evgenia Zharzhavskaya* SECOND VIOLIN Sophia Silivos, Acting Principal Hitai Lee, Acting Associate Principal Kiju Joh** Mihaela Frusina Jing Zheng Martha Chapman Tina Zhang Amy Teare** Oleg Chelpanov* Michelle Black* Tianjie Lu* Annie Kuan-Yu Chen* VIOLA Wayne Brooks, Principal Mr. & Mrs. Jesse B. Tutor Legacy Society Chair Joan DerHovsepian, Associate Principal George Pascal, Assistant Principal Wei Jiang Linda Goldstein Sheldon Person Fay Shapiro Daniel Strba Jarita Ng Phyllis Herdliska CELLO Brinton Averil Smith, Principal Janice and Thomas Barrow Chair Christopher French, Associate Principal Anthony Kitai Jeffrey Butler Kevin Dvorak Xiao Wong Myung Soon Lee James R. Denton Louis-Marie Fardet

Steven Reineke, Principal POPS Conductor Designate Betsy Cook Weber, D irector, Houston Symphony Chorus

DOUBLE BASS Robin Kesselman, Principal David Malone, Associate Principal Mark Shapiro Eric Larson Burke Shaw Donald Howey Michael McMurray FLUTE Aralee Dorough, Principal General Maurice Hirsch Chair Matthew Roitstein, Associate Principal Judy Dines Rebecca Powell Garfield* PICCOLO Rebecca Powell Garfield* OBOE Jonathan Fischer, Principal Lucy Binyon Stude Chair Anne Leek, Associate Principal Colin Gatwood Adam Dinitz ENGLISH HORN Adam Dinitz CLARINET Mark Nuccio, Principal Thomas LeGrand, Associate Principal Christian Schubert Alexander Potiomkin E-FLAT CLARINET Christian Schubert BASS CLARINET Alexander Potiomkin Tassie and Constantine S. Nicandros Chair BASSOON Rian Craypo, Principal Eric Arbiter, Associate Principal Elise Wagner Micah Doherty* CONTRABASSOON Micah Doherty* HORN William VerMeulen, Principal Robert Johnson, Associate Principal Jesse Clevenger*, Assistant Principal Brian Thomas Nancy Goodearl Ian Mayton

TRUMPET Mark Hughes, Principal George P. and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Chair Robert Walp, Assistant Principal Caroline Schafer TROMBONE Allen Barnhill, Principal Bradley White, Associate Principal Phillip Freeman BASS TROMBONE Phillip Freeman TUBA Dave Kirk, Principal TIMPANI Ronald Holdman, Principal Brian Del Signore, Associate Principal PERCUSSION Brian Del Signore, Principal Mark Griffith Matthew Strauss HARP Megan Conley, Principal KEYBOARD Scott Holshouser, Principal ORCHESTRA PERSONNEL MANAGER Michael Gorman ASSISTANT ORCHESTRA PERSONNEL MANAGER Shana Bey LIBRARIAN Thomas Takaro ASSISTANT LIBRARIANS Erik Gronfor Michael McMurray STAGE MANAGER Kelly Morgan STAGE TECHNICIANS Cory Grant Jose Rios *Contracted Substitute ** On Leave

COMMUNITY-EMBEDDED MUSICIANS Jenna Barghouti, violin David Connor, double bass Tony Parce, viola Hellen Weberpal, cello

Steinway is the official piano of the Houston Symphony and James B. Kozak serves as Piano Technician. The Houston Symphony has two Steinway concert grand pianos. One is a gift of Mrs. Helen B. Rosenbaum in 2001. The other is a Centennial gift from the Houston Symphony Central and Bay Area Leagues in honor of the 75th anniversary of the Houston Symphony League which was celebrated during the 2012-13 season.

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Mark C. Hanson, Executive Director/CEO Margaret Alkek Williams Chair Pam Blaine, Chief of Education and Community Programming David Chambers, Chief Development Officer Aurelie Desmarais, Chief of Artistic Planning Amanda Dinitz, Chief of Strategic Initiatives Vicky Dominguez, General Manager Danny Granados, Chief Financial Officer Carlos Andrés Botero, Musical Ambassador/Assistant Conductor Christine Kelly-Weaver, Executive Assistant/Board Liaison Meg Philpot, Director, Human Resources Joann Tamayo, Human Resources Assistant Artistic Anna Diemer, Chorus Manager Erik Gronfor, Assistant Librarian Michael McMurray, Assistant Librarian Lesley Sabol, Director, Popular Programming Thomas Takaro, Librarian Roxanna Tehrani, Artistic Assistant Rebecca Zabinski, Manager, Artistic Administration Development Liam Bonner, Development Officer, Individual Giving Tiffany Bourgeois, Development Associate, Annual Fund Julie Busch, Development Executive Assistant/ Office Services Coordinator Irma M. Carrillo, Development Associate, Gifts and Records Darryl de Mello, Director, Annual Fund Noureen Faizullah, Development Director, Strategic Initiatives and Special Projects Denise Furlough, Manager, Special Events Vickie Hamley, Director, Volunteer Services Sydnee E. Houlette, Development Assistant, Institutional Giving Kendall Kessel, Associate Director, Foundation and Government Grants Rachel Klaassen, Development Assistant, Gifts, Records and Planned Giving Leticia Konigsberg, Director, Corporate Relations Mary Beth Mosley, Director, Institutional Giving and Stewardship Amber Winsor Mullins, Senior Director, Development Tyler Murphy, Associate, Special Events Laura Neiman, Associate Director, League Relations Patrick Quinn, Director, Planned Giving Martin Schleuse, Development Communications Manager Monica Simon, Director, Special Events Molly Simpson, Director, Major Gifts Sarah Slemmons, Patron Donor Relations Manager Rhemé Sloan, Manager, Research and Prospect Management Education and Community Programming Allison Conlan, Associate Director, Education Melissa Fuller, Education and Community Programming Assistant Emily Nelson, Education and Community Programming Manager Ragan Rhodes, Education and Community Programming Associate Finance/Administration/IT Heather Fails, Manager, Ticketing Database Janis Pease LaRocque, Manager, Patron Database Kay Middleton, Receptionist Desmond Robinson, Director, IT Maria Ross, Payroll Manager Armin (A.J.) Salge, Network Systems Engineer Brandon VanWaeyenberghe, Director, Business Analytics Chris Westerfelt, Manager, Accounts Payable and Special Projects Karen Whitlock, Director of Finance Marketing/Communications Vanessa Astros-Young, Senior Director, Communications Kristen Bennett, PR Coordinator Jeffrey Block, Marketing Manager Sara Carr, Graphic Designer Lorena Cozzari, Publicist Leonard DiFranza, Digital Marketing and Design Assistant Calvin Dotsey, Digital Marketing Coordinator Elizabeth Faulkinberry, Front of House Coordinator Brian Glass, Patron Services Coordinator Mandi Hunsicker-Sallee, Senior Director, Marketing and Sales Jason Landry, Senior Manager, Patron Services Melissa H. Lopez, Director, Single Tickets & Special Projects Keith Nickerson, Managing Editor, Publications Sarah Rendón, Assistant Manager, Patron Services Jacqueline Shumate, Marketing Manager Jenny Zuniga, Director, Patron Services Operations Shana Bey, Assistant Orchestra Personnel Manager Becky Brown, Director, Operations Michael Gorman, Orchestra Personnel Manager Lauren Moore, Operations Assistant Kelly Morgan, Stage Manager Meredith Williams, Associate Director, Operations

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Own a Piece of the Houston Symphony in the Just-released Dvorˇák Series: Andrés’ First Commercial Recording with the Houston Symphony Antonín Leopold Dvorˇ ák displayed his innate musical talent at a very early age. By the time Dvorˇ ák was in his 40s, his music set audiences cheering across Europe and beyond. The Czech composer’s love of his homeland and cultural roots is seen and heard in his music. The fusion of Bohemian melodies and Slavonic folk tradition is joyful, melancholic and inspiring. This fusion of worlds, especially in Dvorˇ ák’s final four symphonies, is something Music Director Andrés Orozco-Estrada strongly relates to “not only because they are wonderful creations, but because they speak to my background, which combines European tradition with a love of my homeland Colombia.” On March 1, 2016, Dutch record label PENTATONE released the Houston Symphony’s recording of Dvorˇ ák’s Symphony No. 7 & Symphony No. 8, conducted by Andrés—his first commercial recording with the orchestra—and the first Houston Symphony recording since 2011, when the orchestra released Mahler’s Das Lied von der Erde under the leadership of Hans Graf.

The Houston Symphony’s recording of Dvorˇ ák’s Symphony No. 7 & Symphony No. 8 is the first of a three-disc Dvorˇ ák series, which will also include his Symphony No. 6 paired with two Slavonic Dances and Symphony No. 9 paired with another two Slavonic Dances. All three recordings will be released internationally in 2016, marking a milestone for Andrés and the Houston Symphony as they continue to forge a remarkable relationship, as well as a growing reputation as one of America’s leading orchestras.

This album was recorded at Jesse H. Jones Hall for the Performing Arts, Houston (Texas), in April 2014 (Symphony No. 8) and March 2015 (Symphony No. 7). This recording was made possible in part by the Micajah S. Stude Special Production Fund. The Houston Symphony’s recording and electronic media initiatives are supported by The Wortham Foundation, Inc. and Bobby and Phoebe Tudor. Additional support is provided by Jay Steinfeld and Barbara Winthrop.

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3 WEEKS OF BEETHOVEN

on’t miss year two of an exciting three-season cycle in which Andrés conducts all nine of Beethoven’s symphonies. Discover Beethoven’s playful side as Andrés resumes his cycle on March 4–6. Symphony No. 2 bristles with barely contained energy as Beethoven begins to break free of the classical style. His high-spirited Symphony No. 8 is full of musical jokes, including a humorous portrayal of the newly invented metronome. The following week features Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3. Often hailed as the birth of the Romantic era, Beethoven’s heroic Third Symphony changed music forever. Originally inspired by Napoleon, Beethoven famously scratched out the dedication to the French general after he crowned himself emperor, betraying the ideals of freedom Beethoven so loved. This years’ 3 Weeks of Beethoven concludes magnificently as Andrés and the orchestra present Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9, Choral, on March 18–20. Of all symphonies, Beethoven’s monumental Symphony No. 9 is most often declared the greatest ever written. This immortal masterpiece will take you on a spiritual journey from the darkness of the opening to the triumph of the famous “Ode to Joy.” 20

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3 Weeks of Beethoven is generously supported in part by: Diamond Guarantor Houston Symphony Endowment Underwriter Mr. John N. Neighbors Sponsor Dr. Rita Justice Mr. & Mrs. Rodney H. Margolis Mr. & Mrs. J. Stephen Marks Partner Tad & Suzzanne Smith Dede & Connie Weil

Supporter Vada & Walter Boyle Stephen & Mariglyn Glenn in honor of Musicians of the Houston Symphony John G. Turner & Jerry G. Fischer Aaron Jussi Thomas & Jennifer Chang These concerts are also supported by Donors to the New Music Director Fund. For a full listing of supporters, please refer to page 12. The Classical Season is endowed by The Wortham Foundation, Inc. in memory of Gus S. and Lyndall F. Wortham The Beethoven 2 & 8 and Beethoven 9 & Bernstein performances are part of the Margaret Alkek Williams Sound + Vision series, which is also supported by The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts Endowed Fund for Creative Initiatives. Video enhancement of Houston Symphony concerts is made possible by the Albert & Ethel Herzstein Charitable Foundation through a special gift celebrating the Foundationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 50th anniversary in 2015. Recent enhancements to the Jones Hall recording suite generously provided by Silver Circle Audio. March 2016 21

March 4, 5, 6, 2016

Beethoven 2 & 8 Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Wayne Brooks, viola Friday, March 4, 2016 8pm Saturday, March 5, 2016 8pm Sunday, March 6, 2016 2:30pm

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Beethoven Symphony No. 2 in D major, Opus 36 I Adagio—Allegro con brio II Larghetto III Scherzo and Trio: Allegro IV Allegro molto

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Frank *La Llorona: Tone Poem for Viola and Orchestra I Slumber: Lontano— II Awakening: L = 72— III Flight: L = 116— IV Danza de las Chullpas: L = 56— V Canto de la Luna: L = 56— VI Flight: L = 116— VII Coda: Quasi Tempo Primo

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Beethoven Symphony No. 8 in F major, Opus 93 I Allegro vivace con brio II Allegretto scherzando III Tempo di menuetto IV Allegro vivace

*Houston Symphony commission Andrés Orozco-Estrada’s biography appears on page 12.

This concert is being recorded for future broadcasts on Houston Public Media News 88.7 airing on Sundays at 8pm and again on Classical 91.7 on Wednesdays at 8pm.

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Biographies WAYNE BROOKS, viola

S H E L L FAV O R I T E M A S T E R S S E R I E S

This weekend’s performances are generously supported in part by: Diamond Guarantor Houston Symphony Endowment Sponsor Mr. & Mrs. Rodney H. Margolis Partner

Supporter Vada & Walter Boyle Stephen & Mariglyn Glenn in honor of the Musicians of Houston Symphony These concerts are also support by Donors to the New Music Director Fund. For a full listing of supporters, please refer to page 12. For a full listing of sponsors to the 3 Weeks of Beethoven, please refer to page 21.

The Classical Season is endowed by The Wortham Foundation, Inc. in memory of Gus S. and Lyndall F. Wortham These performances are part of the Margaret Alkek Williams Sound + Vision series, which is also supported by The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts Endowed Fund for Creative Initiatives. Video enhancement of Houston Symphony concerts is made possible by the Albert & Ethel Herzstein Charitable Foundation through a special gift celebrating the Foundation’s 50th anniversary in 2015. Recent enhancements to the Jones Hall recording suite generously provided by Silver Circle Audio.

Now is his 39th season with the Houston Symphony, Wayne Brooks has served as Principal Violist since 1985. Born in Los Angeles, Brooks joined the orchestra in 1977 as associate principal violist after graduating from the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia. In 1995, Wayne gave the Houston premiere of Alfred Schnittke’s Viola Concerto with Christoph Eschenbach (Houston Symphony), and in 2001, he performed Frank Martin’s rarely heard Ballade for Viola and Orchestra with Larry Rachleff (Shepherd School Chamber Orchestra). In February 2007, he commemorated his 30th season with the Houston Symphony, performing the world premiere of La Llorona: Tone Poem for Viola and Orchestra, a Houston Symphony commission by composer Gabriela Lena Frank. Other solo appearances with the Symphony include Berlioz’ Harold in Italy with Eschenbach and Mozart’s Sinfonia Concertante with Associate Concertmaster Eric Halen and again with Concertmaster Frank Huang. In addition to his solo appearances with the Houston Symphony, Wayne has appeared in chamber music performances with Joseph Silverstein, Lynn Harrell, Yefim Bronfman, Garrick Ohlsson and Eschenbach. As violist of the Houston Symphony Chamber Players, he served on the faculty of Japan’s Pacific Music Festival, toured Japan (1993-1995) and Europe (1994, 1997), recorded works of Webern and Berg, and appeared at Chicago’s Ravinia Festival (1996, 1997). Wayne also served as an associate professor of viola at Rice University’s Shepherd School of Music (1985-2001), teaching both solo and orchestral repertoire.

GABRIELA LENA FRANK, Houston Symphony composer-in-residence Identity has always been at the center of Gabriela Lena Frank’s music. Born in Berkeley, California, to a mother of mixed Peruvian/Chinese ancestry and a father of Lithuanian/ Jewish descent, Gabriela explores her multicultural heritage most ardently through her compositions. Inspired by the works of Bela Bartók and Alberto Ginastera, Gabriela is something of a musical anthropologist. She has travelled extensively throughout South America, and her pieces reflect and refract her studies of Latin-American folklore, incorporating poetry, mythology and native musical styles into a western classical framework that is uniquely her own. She writes challenging idiomatic parts for solo instrumentalists, vocalists, chamber ensembles and orchestras.

Notes SYMPHONY NO. 2 IN D MAJOR, OPUS 36 Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827) In a Tweet. You’d never guess from this boisterous, tuneful symphony that Beethoven wrote it as he was confronting deafness. The Back Story. Composers’ works don’t necessarily tie in with what goes on in their personal lives when they create them, and nothing illustrates that more powerfully than the Symphony No. 2. Beethoven wrote it in his early 30s, during one of his life’s darkest periods: He had to admit to himself that he was losing his hearing. “My ears continue to hum and buzz day and CONTINUED ON PAGE 42 March 2016 23

March 10, 12, 13, 2016

Beethoven’s Eroica Plus Shostakovich Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Martin Helmchen, piano Mark Hughes, trumpet Thursday, March 10, 2016 8pm Saturday, March 12, 2016 8pm Sunday, March 13, 2016 2:30pm

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P. Jalbert Music of air and fire

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Shostakovich Piano Concerto No. 1 in C minor, Opus 35 I Allegretto—Allegro vivace— II Lento— III Moderato— IV Allegro con brio I

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Beethoven Symphony No. 3 in E-flat major, Opus 55 (Eroica) I Allegro con brio II Marcia funebre: Adagio assai III Scherzo and Trio: Allegro vivace IV Finale: Allegro molto

Andrés Orozco-Estrada’s biography appears on page 12.

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Biographies These concerts are also supported by Donors to the New Music Director Fund. For a full listing of supporters, please refer to page 12.

FROST BANK GOLD CLASSICS SERIES

For a full listing of sponsors to the 3 Weeks of Beethoven, please refer to page 21.

These performances are generously supported in part by: Diamond Guarantor Houston Symphony Endowment Underwriter Mr. John N. Neighbors Sponsor Mr. & Mrs. Rodney H. Margolis Partner

Supporter Vada & Walter Boyle John G. Turner & Jerry G. Fischer

The Classical Season is endowed by The Wortham Foundation, Inc. in memory of Gus S. and Lyndall F. Wortham. Video enhancement of Houston Symphony concerts is made possible by the Albert and Ethel Herzstein Charitable Foundation through a special gift celebrating the Foundations 50th anniversary in 2015.. Recent enhancements to the Jones Hall recording suite are generously provided by Silver Circle Audio.

MARTIN HELMCHEN, piano With his highly virtuosic yet unpretentious style, Martin Helmchen has become one of the great pianists of his generation. He has performed with many of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most prestigious orchestras. In the United States, in addition to performances with the Houston Symphony, he has appeared with the New York Philharmonic, San Francisco Symphony, the Boston Symphony Orchestra at Tanglewood and the Cleveland Orchestra at Blossom. Upcoming subscription debuts

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biographies | Beethoven’s Erioica Plus Shostakovich | march 10, 12, 13 include the Boston, Chicago and Atlanta Symphony Orchestras and Grand Rapids Symphony. Helmchen’s recital engagements include New York’s Frick Collection, Carnegie Hall’s Weill Recital Hall (with cellist MarieElisabeth Hecker), performances in San Francisco, Wigmore Hall in London and the Alte Oper in Frankfurt. He has also appeared at the Schubertiade Festival, the Lockenhaus Chamber Music Festival (both in Austria) and the Marlboro Music Festival in Vermont. An active recording artist, Helmchen’s numerous discs for PENTATONE include a debut CD of Mozart concertos with the Netherlands Chamber Orchestra and the highly acclaimed complete works of Schubert for violin and piano with Julia Fischer. A recording of works by Schubert, his first solo CD, won an ECHO Award in 2009. Martin Helmchen won the 2001 Clara Haskil International Piano Competition at 19. He was awarded a fellowship from the Borletti-Buitoni Trust in 2005, the Credit Suisse Young Artist Award in 2006 and was a participant in the BBC New Generation Artists program from 2005 to 2007.

MARK HUGHES, trumpet Mark Hughes is Principal Trumpet of the Houston Symphony, a position he has held since 2006. He has appeared as soloist with the orchestra on several occasions, most recently, performing the Hummel Trumpet Concerto on a series of concerts throughout Houston. His last performance of the Shostakovich Concerto No. 1 for Piano and Trumpet with pianist Jon Kimura Parker under the baton of Hans Graf was heard nationally on American Public Radio’s SymphonyCast. Since his arrival in Houston, Mark has performed, toured and recorded with the Boston and Chicago Symphony Orchestras, and he continues to be in demand as a soloist, with orchestras and in recital. Mark studied at Northwestern University with the late Vincent Cichowicz of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. After graduation, he was selected for the Civic Orchestra of Chicago, allowing him to be a scholarship student with Adolph Herseth, the legendary CSO principal trumpet. He began touring for Columbia Artists with Richard Morris as the popular organ and trumpet duo, Toccatas and Flourishes, performing throughout the United States and Canada. His appointment as associate principal trumpet with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra followed, a position he held for 12 years. Mark is currently an affiliate artist in trumpet at the University of Houston. Each summer, he serves on the faculties of the Brevard Music Center and the Texas Music Festival. Mark lives in Bellaire with his wife, Marilyn, and their two children, Thomas and Caroline. 26

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Consistent with Frost Bank’s commitment to supporting the Texas communities it serves, Frost is pleased to underwrite the Houston Symphony’s Gold Classics Series. Founded in San Antonio in 1868, Frost—one of the 50 largest U.S. banks—is the banking subsidiary of Cullen/Frost Bankers, Inc. (NYSE:CFR). The $28.3 billion financial holding company operates more than 123 financial centers across Texas, including 28 Houston-area locations. Frost was the only top-10 Texas-based bank to survive the economic downturn of the 1980s on its own and became the first bank in the nation to turn down TARP bailout funds during the financial crisis of 2008. At every level, the company brings a high level of personal service to banking, investments and insurance relationships, offering the resources, products and technology of a larger bank, delivered with the personalized customer service of a community bank. Building on its 147-year heritage, Frost is committed to meeting the financial needs of generations of Texans to come.

On-Stage Insights with PIERRE JALBERT, composer Earning widespread notice for his richly colored and superbly crafted scores, Pierre Jalbert (b. 1967) has developed a musical language that is engaging, expressive and deeply personal. Among his many honors are the Rome Prize, the BBC Masterprize, the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center’s 2007 Stoeger Prize and a 2010 award from the American Academy of Arts and Letters. Jalbert’s music has been performed worldwide, with four Carnegie Hall performances of his orchestral music, including the Houston Symphony’s Carnegie Hall premiere of big sky in 2006. Other major orchestral works include In Aeternam (2000), performed by the London Symphony Orchestra; Symphonia Sacra (2001), written for the California Symphony Orchestra; Les espaces infinis (2001), written for the Albany Symphony Orchestra; Chamber Symphony (2004), commissioned by the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra; Fire and Ice (2007), commissioned for the Oakland East Bay, Marin and Santa Rosa Symphonies; Autumn Rhapsody (2008), commissioned by the Vermont Symphony Orchestra; and Shades of Memory (2011) premiered by the Houston Symphony. He has served as composer-in-residence with the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, California Symphony Orchestra and Chicago’s Music in the Loft. Chamber music commissions and performances

notes | Beethoven’s Erioica Plus Shostakovich | march 10, 12, 13 include those of the Emerson, Ying, Borromeo, Maia, Enso, Chiara and Escher string quartets. Jalbert is professor of music at Rice University’s Shepherd School of Music, and he serves on the artistic board of Musiqa, a Houston-based new music group. His music is published by Schott Music.

Notes MUSIC OF AIR AND FIRE Pierre Jalbert (1967–) COMPOSER’S NOTE: As the title may suggest, this work exhibits contrasting ideas: one of quiet lyricism (air) and one of faster, more aggressive music (fire). The “air” music comes first and features the percussionists bowing their instruments in order to create a wafting, ethereal sound. This gradually turns into the “fire” music and features the percussionists playing various sets of drums in a more pulse-oriented, rhythmic manner. This work was written for the 20th anniversary of the California Symphony under Barry Jekowsky, and also performed by the Boston Symphony at Tanglewood. ©Pierre Jalbert The Instruments. 3 flutes (one doubling piccolo), 2 oboes, 3 clarinets, 2 bassoons, contrabassoon, 4 horns, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones, tuba, timpani, percission, harp, celesta (doubling piano) and strings

PIANO CONCERTO NO. 1 IN C MINOR, OPUS 35 Dmitri Shostakovich (1906-1975) In a Tweet. The young Shostakovich’s rambunctious concerto hints at the seriousness of his later works. The Back Story. Frédéric Chopin’s seductive piano music might seem worlds away from the demonically intense works we associate with Dmitri Shostakovich. Yet when Shostakovich was a budding composer and pianist who hadn’t chosen his career path, he competed in 1927 in the inaugural edition of the Chopin Piano Competition in Poland. The judges awarded him an honorable mention, but Shostakovich ended up making creative work his top priority, and he became one of the Soviet Union’s leading artists. In 1933, he began a trumpet concerto. But composing for the trumpet didn’t come naturally, so he added the piano as a second solo instrument. By the time the concerto was complete, the piano dominated it—though the trumpet still had a juicy role. The Instruments. trumpet and strings

music during vodka-lubricated parties. Yet the concerto reveals that young Shostakovich had a serious side. The slow movement’s longbreathed, pensive lyricism harks back to Chopin. In another echo of Chopin, turbulence soon interrupts. And the orchestra wells up passionately before the finale’s escapades. Even though the concerto predates the Soviet denunciations that traumatized Shostakovich, he may have sensed that danger lay ahead. The Houston Symphony will give a different take on Russian soulfulness through Sergei Rachmaninoff’s Symphonic Dances, coming March 28-April 3. ©2016 Steven Brown

SYMPHONY NO. 3 IN E-FLAT MAJOR, OPUS 55 (Eroica) Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827) In a Tweet. Begun as an homage to Napoleon, the epic Eroica contains not only power, but gravity, grandeur and humor. The Back Story. Napoleon Bonaparte held a powerful place in Beethoven’s thoughts. Having risen from humble beginnings thanks to talent and drive, Beethoven admired France’s corporal-turned-ruler for doing the same, and he dreamed that Napoleon would advance the French Revolution’s goals of liberty and equality. Beethoven clung to his vision of an enlightened leader in 1803-04 as he composed his massive Symphony No. 3, titling it Bonaparte. Soon afterward, learning that Napoleon had declared himself emperor, Beethoven denounced him as a tyrant and obliterated the title from the manuscript. Yet Beethoven’s idealized image didn’t vanish—he left the words “written about Bonaparte” on the title page. Two years later, he added the title we know today: Sinfonia Eroica. The Instruments. 2 flutes, 2 oboes, 2 clarinets, 2 bassoons, 3 horns, 2 trumpets, timpani and strings What to Listen For. The Eroica starts with a bang—two fortissimo chords—then the cellos sing out the first of the striding themes that generate Beethoven’s musical portrait of confidence and vigor. As the first movement unfolds, conflict breaks out, including dissonant harmonies that were startling for their time. The funeral march, rather than being merely somber, shifts into a major key for the brasses to lead a ringing crescendo—maybe a last salute to the departed hero. The Scherzo exudes crisp vitality, and the French horns, long a sonic symbol of power, flex their muscles. The theme-and-variations finale begins with a light touch, spotlighting the theme’s almost comical bass line. Then exuberance and grandeur cap off Beethoven’s celebration of the hero that Napoleon failed to be. The Houston Symphony turns to Beethoven’s epic Symphony No. 9 on March 18-20. ©2016 Steven Brown The printed music for this work was donated by Mr. and Mrs. Ida T. Anderson in honor of Lenore H. Simons.

What to Listen For. The opening flourish sets a wry tone, and after a few moments of lyricism, the piano launches into the first of many breezy, freewheeling solos. The piano’s hijinks reach a manic level in the finale, including an outburst that suggests a dance-hall pianist gone wild—which isn’t as incongruous as it might sound, considering that Shostakovich sometimes let his hair down by playing dance March 2016 27

March 11, 2016

Beethoven 2 & Eroica Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor

Friday, March 11, 2016 8pm

Sugar Land Baptist Church

Beethoven Symphony No. 2 in D major, Opus 36 I Adagio—Allegro con brio II Larghetto III Scherzo and Trio: Allegro IV Allegro molto I

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Beethoven Symphony No. 3 in E-flat major, Opus 55 (Eroica) I Allegro con brio II Marcia funebre: Adagio assai III Scherzo and Trio: Allegro vivace IV Finale: Allegro molto

Andrés Orozco-Estrada’s biography appears on page 12. The program notes for Symphony No. 2 appear on page 23. The program notes for Symphony No. 3 appear on page 27.

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Beethoven 9 & Bernstein Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Kelley O’Connor, mezzo-soprano Gordon Gietz, tenor *Peixin Chen, bass *Dennis Xu, boy soprano Houston Symphony Chorus—Betsy Cook Weber, director Friday, March 18, 2016 8pm Saturday, March 19, 2016 8pm Sunday, March 20, 2016 2:30pm

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Bernstein Chichester Psalms for Chorus and Orchestra I Maestoso ma energico—Allegro molto II Andante con moto, ma tranquillo—Allegro feroce— III Sostenuto molto—Adagio—Peacefully flowing I

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Beethoven Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Opus 125 (Choral) I Allegro ma non troppo e un poco maestoso II Molto vivace III Adagio molto e cantabile—Andante moderato IV Presto—Allegro assai—Allegro assai vivace

Andrés Orozco-Estrada’s biography appears on page 12. *Houston Symphony debut

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R A N D G R O U P G R E AT P E R F O R M E R S S E R I E S

These performances are generously supported in part by: Diamond Guarantor Houston Symphony Endowment Sponsor Dr. Rita Justice Mr. & Mrs. Rodney H. Margolis Mr. & Mrs. J. Stephen Marks Partner Tad & Suzanne Smith Dede & Connie Weil

Supporter Vada & Walter Boyle Aaron Jussi Thomas & Jennifer Chang These concerts are also supported by Donors to the New Music Director Fund. For a full listing of supporters, please refer to page 12. For a full listing of sponsors to the 3 Weeks of Beethoven, please refer to page 21. The Classical Season is endowed by The Wortham Foundation, Inc. in memory of Gus S. and Lyndall F. Wortham

These performances are part of the Margaret Alkek Williams Sound + Vision series, which is also supported by The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts Endowed Fund for Creative Initiatives. Video enhancement of Houston Symphony concerts is made possible by the Albert & Ethel Herzstein Charitable Foundation through a special gift celebrating the Foundation’s 50th anniversary in 2015. Recent enhancements to the Jones Hall recording suite are generously provided by Silver Circle Audio.

KELLEY O’CONNOR, mezzo-soprano Possessing a voice of uncommon musical sophistication and innate dramatic artistry, the Grammy Award-winning mezzo-soprano Kelley O’Connor is one of her generation’s most compelling performers. This season, the California native’s calendar includes Mahler’s Second Symphony in Atlanta, Colorado, Detroit and San Francisco; Mahler’s Third Symphony with the Cleveland Orchestra and the Nashville Symphony; Mahler’s Das Lied von der Erde at the Grand Teton Music Festival; Lieberson’s Neruda Songs with the Minnesota Orchestra; and Berlioz’ Roméo et Juliette with the St. Louis Symphony. Her operatic highlights include performances of Suzuki in Madama Butterfly in a new production at the Boston Lyric Opera and at the Cincinnati Opera; Ursule in Berlioz’ Béatrice et Bénédict at Opera Boston; Meg Page in Falstaff with The Santa Fe Opera; and Hippolyta in A Midsummer Night’s Dream at the Lyric Opera of Chicago and the Canadian Opera Company. She created the role of Federico García Lorca in Osvaldo Golijov’s Ainadamar for the world premiere at Tanglewood and has received international critical acclaim for performances of the role. Internationally, she has performed at The Proms and Edinburgh International Festival, and she toured with the Budapest Festival Orchestra, among other performances. Her discography includes the Grammy Award-winning Ainadamar with Robert Spano and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. She recorded Adams’ The Gospel According to the Other Mary with Gustavo Dudamel and the Los Angeles Philharmonic. March 2016 33

biographies | Beethoven 9 & Bernstein | march 18, 19, 20 GORDON GIETZ, tenor Gordon Gietz debuted at the Opéra National de Paris as Don Ottavio in Don Giovanni and returned in subsequent seasons as Cassio in Otello and Tamino in Die Zauberflöte. He created the character of Yonas in the Bastille’s world premiere of Kaija Saariaho’s Adriana Mater, directed by Peter Sellars and conducted by EsaPekka Salonen; and he appeared as Yonas in the UK première of the work at London’s Barbican with the BBC Symphony. He debuted at Opéra de Lyon as Camille in La Veuve Joyeuse (recently released on DVD). Gietz made his La Scala debut as Chevalier de la Force in Dialogues des Carmélites and returned last season for Robert Carsen’s production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream as Lysander, which was his debut role at Glyndebourne Festival Opera in the acclaimed staging of Sir Peter Hall and at the Gran Teatre del Liceu, performances that were released on DVD. Gietz created the role of Stingo in Nicholas Maw’s Sophie’s Choice at Covent Garden in London and reprised the role for the North American premiere in Washington, D.C. He returned to Covent Garden for performances of Sir Michael Tippett’s The Midsummer Marriage. Other highlights include Števa in Jenu° ufa, the title role in Les Contes d’Hoffmann, Pinkerton in Madama Butterfly and Don José in Carmen. Gietz recently made his debut at New York’s Metropolitan Opera in the title role of Shostakovich’s The Nose, a new production by the acclaimed director and visual artist William Kentridge under the musical direction of Valery Gergiev.

PEIXIN CHEN, bass Peixin Chen is a recent graduate of the internationally renowned Houston Grand Opera Studio and a student of Dr. Stephen King. His roles with the Company have included Ferrando in Il trovatore (2013), 2nd SS Officer in The Passenger, Bonze in Madama Butterfly, Montano in Otello (2014), Sarastro in The Magic Flute and Hunding in Die Walküre (2015). This season, he performs the title role of Le nozze di Figaro for Opera Saratoga and returns to HGO as Bartolo in the same work. 34

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Recent performances have featured the Chinese bass as Sparafucile in a company debut at the Santa Fe Opera in a new production of Rigoletto, as well as at the Washington National Opera as Dulcamara in L’elisir d’amore. Chen has played the King in Aida, Bartolo in Le nozze di Figaro and Basilio in Il barbiere di Siviglia at the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing, and in The Passenger at the Lincoln Center Festival at the Park Avenue Armory. As a member of the Merola Opera Program, under the auspices of San Francisco Opera, he sang Basilio in Il barbiere di Siviglia. On the international stage, Peixin Chen has worked with an illustrious list of conductors and directors, including Lorin Maazel, Giancarlo del Monaco, Michel Plasson, David Pountney, James Robinson, Evan Rogister, Patrick Summers and Francesca Zambello.

DENNIS XU, boy soprano Dennis Xu, born in 2005, is a fifth grader in Ralph Parr Elementary School. Demonstrating vocal talent at 3 years old, he has studied piano, dance and voice since age 6. As a member of the Bay Area Youth Singers choir and Clear Lake Chinese Church choir, he has performed solos throughout the Houston community. Dennis Xu is known for his crystal clear, sweet resonant voice.

Notes CHICHESTER PSALMS FOR CHORUS AND ORCHESTRA Leonard Bernstein (1918-1990) In a Tweet. Bernstein captures the intensity and consolation of the Book of Psalms by letting his theatrical flair come out. The Back Story. Leonard Bernstein was torn between composing and conducting. So he took a stand. Cancelling nearly all his concerts for the 1964-65 season, he put creative work first. His big plan, a Broadway musical based on Thornton Wilder’s comedy-fantasy The Skin of Our Teeth, fell apart after several months’ labor. “I am suddenly a composer without a project,” Bernstein lamented. England’s Chichester Cathedral solved his problem. Motivated in part by the 1960s’ growing ecumenical movement, the Anglican cathedral commissioned the Jewish composer to set a few psalms for chorus and orchestra. “I think many of us would be very delighted if there was a hint of West Side Story about the music,” the cathedral’s dean told the reactivated composer. Bernstein did him one better, transforming a chorus that was cut from the trailblazing show into the setting of Psalm 2, Why Do the Nations Rage. Music sketched for The Skin of Our Teeth found a new home, too. Bernstein completed Chichester Psalms in time

notes | Beethoven 9 & Bernstein | march 18, 19, 20 for him to conduct its premiere in New York in July 1965—just before the end of his sabbatical. Chichester Cathedral did not invite him to conduct it there! The Instruments. 2 harps, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones, timpani, percussion and strings What to Listen For. The work draws on six psalms, using the Hebrew versions Bernstein had known since his youth. After a segment of Psalm 108, Awake, Psaltery and Harp, drives the opening’s jubilant clangor, the buoyant first movement centers on Psalm 100, Make a Joyful Noise Unto the Lord. Psalm 23, The Lord is My Shepherd, begins the second movement, floating along on a seductive but prayerful melody first sung by boy soprano. The choir’s men shatter the mood with Psalm 2, Why Do the Nations Rage Together, set to fierce music Bernstein created for West Side Story’s warring street gangs. Considering that the neighborhood violence in the show parallels the global tumult lamented in the psalms, Bernstein’s switching the music from secular to sacred makes sense, doesn’t it? The unrest continues in the third movement’s orchestral introduction, which draws on the Chichester Psalms’ very beginning. Then serenity arrives with the lilting, lyrical setting of Psalm 131, Lord, My Heart is Not Haughty. Psalm 133, Behold How Good, sung by unaccompanied choir, leads to the stillness of the final Amen. The Houston Symphony and Chorus turn to the spirituality of Gabriel Faure’s Requiem on April 28-May 1. ©2016 Steven Brown The printed chorus music for this work was donated by the Houston Symphony Chorus in memory of Sally Hoeffecker. The printed music was donated by Mr. and Mrs. Jesse B. Tutor in honor of Fran Peterson and Phillip Peterson on their birthdays.

SYMPHONY NO. 9 IN D MINOR, OPUS 125 (CHORAL) Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827) In a Tweet. A poem’s vision of a harmonious mankind inspired the turbulent symphony whose climactic Ode to Joy is a classicalmusic icon. The Back Story: Ode to Joy, poet Friedrich Schiller’s hymn to human harmony, resonated within Beethoven for three decades before he figured out what to do with it. Swept up in his youth by Schiller’s idealistic vision—a sharp contrast from Europe’s war-torn reality—Beethoven began talking about setting the poem to music in 1793, at the outset of his career. Yet his thoughts led nowhere. Fifteen years later, he composed a work without precedent: Choral Fantasy, a piano-and-orchestra showpiece climaxing with a choir. That turned out to be a trial run for the eventual Symphony No. 9— not only in its choral finale, but in the main theme’s unmistakable resemblance to the famous tune Beethoven crafted for the ode. In 1812, Beethoven’s mind returned to the Ode, and he sketched a bit of music for it. In 1815, he wrote the brisk, staccato theme that would propel the Symphony No. 9’s second movement. Three years later, he articulated the idea of composing a symphony that marshalled a choir toward the end. All of these strands began coming together in 1821, and Beethoven finished the Symphony No. 9 in late 1823, less than four years before his death.

The Instruments. 2 flutes, piccolo, 2 oboes, 2 clarinets, 2 bassoons, contrabassoon, 4 horns, 2 trumpets, 3 trombones, timpani, percussion and strings What to Listen For. The beloved “Ode to Joy” is all the more stirring because it comes after such a tumultuous journey. The beginning is probably the most mysterious one a symphony had had up to that time. Over a hushed D minor chord, two-note fragments gradually coalesce into the first movement’s thunderous main theme. Even though gentler motifs come into play, tension and turbulence reign, and the movement ends in some of the darkest sonorities Beethoven ever created. The second movement’s drive and starkness, punctuated by timpani thunderclaps, yield a ferocity that rivals the famous opening of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5. The slow movement turns toward otherworldly serenity as Beethoven spins out mellifluous variations on two themes. But violence returns with the finale’s jarringly dissonant opening chord. Beethoven re-lives the upheavals from earlier in the symphony, quoting each movement in turn. Then the flowing theme of the ode appears, and Beethoven salutes the harmonious world of his dreams. The massive work inspired the grand scale of Anton Bruckner’s non-choral Symphony No. 7, which the Houston Symphony performs April 14-17. ©2016 Steven Brown The printed music for this work was donated by Mr. and Mrs. Tim J. Pownell.

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March 24, 25, 26, 2016

An Evening with Matthew Morrison Steven Reineke, conductor Matthew Morrison, vocalist Thursday, March 24, 2016 8pm Friday, March 25, 2016 8pm Saturday, March 26, 2016 8pm

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Biographies STEVEN REINEKE, conductor

POPS POPS

Cynthia Woods Mitchell at Jones Hall

These performances are generously supported in part by: Guarantor Cora Sue & Harry Mach Joella & Steven P. Mach Margaret Alkek Williams Sponsor Ms. Judith Vincent Partner Danielle & Josh Batchelor Video enhancement of Houston Symphony concerts is made possible by the Albert and Ethel Herzstein Charitable Foundation through a special gift celebrating the Foundation’s 50th anniversary in 2015.

Phillips 66 is a diversified energy manufacturing and logistics company. With a portfolio of Midstream, Chemicals, Refining, and Marketing and Specialties businesses, the company processes, transports, stores and markets fuels and products globally. Headquartered in Houston, the company has 14,000 employees committed to safety and operating excellence.

Steven Reineke’s boundless enthusiasm and exceptional artistry have made him one of the nation’s most sought-after pops conductors, composers and arrangers. In addition to being Principal Pops Conductor Designate of the Houston Symphony, he is music director of The New York Pops at Carnegie Hall and principal pops conductor of the National Symphony Orchestra and the Toronto Symphony Orchestra. He previously held the posts of principal pops conductor of the Long Beach and Modesto Symphony Orchestras and associate conductor of the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra. Steven is a frequent guest conductor with The Philadelphia Orchestra and has been on the podium with the Boston Pops, The Cleveland Orchestra and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra at Ravinia, among other leading orchestras. As the creator of more than 100 orchestral arrangements for the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, his works have been performed worldwide and can be heard on numerous CPO recordings (Telarc). His symphonic works Celebration Fanfare, Legend of Sleepy Hollow and Casey at the Bat are frequently performed. His Sun Valley Festival Fanfare commemorated the Sun Valley Summer Symphony’s pavilion. This season, the National Symphony Orchestra will premiere his The True Story of The Three Little Pigs. A native of Ohio, Steven is a graduate of Miami University of Ohio, where he earned bachelor of music degrees with honors in trumpet performance and music composition. He currently lives in New York City with his husband, Eric Gabbard.

MATTHEW MORRISON, vocalist Matthew Morrison is a versatile actor who is recognized for his work on-stage and on-screen. He has been nominated for Tony, Emmy and Golden Globe Awards. Morrison currently stars as J.M. Barrie in the Harvey Weinstein musical Finding Neverland. The Broadway production is an adaptation of the 2004 film written by David Magee. The story follows the relationship between Barrie and the Davies family, who became the author’s inspiration for the creation of Peter Pan. In 2015, Morrison wrapped the final season of Fox’s musical comedy series Glee, where he starred as Mr. Schuester, the director of the Glee Club. The show was created by Ryan Murphy and received the Golden Globe award for Best Television Series – Comedy or Musical in 2010 and 2011. Morrison was the first artist signed to Adam Levine’s record label, 222 Records, where he released his Broadway standards album, Where it All Began, in June 2013. In 2012, Morrison starred in the Lionsgate film, What to Expect When You’re Expecting, which was based on the book of the same name, directed by Kirk Jones. The film also starred Cameron Diaz, Jennifer Lopez and Dennis Quaid, among others. Morrison played a famous dance show star who is faced with the unexpected demands of fatherhood. The film was released on May 18, 2012.

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March 31, April 2, 3, 2016

James Horner plus Rachmaninoff Michael Francis, conductor *David Pyatt, horn William VerMeulen, horn *Richard Watkins, horn *Robert Johnson, horn Thursday, March 31, 2016 8pm Saturday, April 2, 2016 8pm Sunday, April 3, 2016 2:30pm

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Korngold Overture to The Sea Hawk

J. Horner Collage, A Concerto for Four Horns and Orchestra** I

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These performances are generously supported in part by: Guarantor Houston Symphony “Campaign for a Sound Future” Fund for new works in honor of Winifred Safford Wallace Underwriter Mr.& Mrs. Phillip A. Bahr and Mrs. Gerald J. Bush in memory of Mr. Gerald J. Bush, a true Renaissance man who loved his Creator, music, science and all that life had to offer. Supporter The Carlene and Alde Fridge Foundation The Houston Symphony’s Composer-inResidence and commissioning initiatives are supported in part by Robin Angly and Miles Smith

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Michael Francis has quickly established himself as an international conductor, forging collaborations with the world’s leading orchestras. Known for maintaining a diverse repertoire while paying particular homage to composers of his native Britain, Francis enjoys a great reception throughout North America, Europe and Far East Asia. The beginning of the 2015-16 season marked Francis’ start as music director of The Florida Orchestra, just months after his first period in San Diego as music director of the Mainly Mozart festival. He also entered his fourth season as chief conductor and artistic advisor to Sweden’s Norrköping Symphony Orchestra. This season, in addition to his return to Houston, he conducts the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and New World Symphony, and debuts at the Cleveland Orchestra’s Blossom Festival, in addition to many European performances. Working with young musicians is a priority for Maestro Francis. Aside from a six-city July 2015 Canadian tour with the National Youth Orchestra Canada, he makes annual visits to Miami’s New World Symphony and recently performed with the National Youth Orchestra of Scotland. Michael Francis came to prominence as a conductor after several years as a chaired double-bass player in the London Symphony Orchestra. His most recent CD is the complete Rachmaninoff piano concertos with Valentina Lisitsa and the London Symphony Orchestra for Decca Records. He makes his home near Tampa, Florida, with his wife, Cindy, and their daughter, Annabella.

DAVID PYATT, horn David Pyatt was 14 when he became BBC Young Musician of the Year. He made his BBC Proms debut in 1993, and has reappeared many times, including the 2004 Last Night, televised worldwide. His solo career has taken him throughout the UK, Europe, North America and Japan. Pyatt was named Young Musician for his recordings of the Strauss concertos and the Britten Serenade (EMI). For Erato, he has recorded the Mozart concertos with Sir Neville Marriner and the Academy of St Martin in the Fields; a horn and piano recital with Martin Jones; and Horn Trios with collaborators Anthony Rolfe Johnson, Peter Donohoe and Levon Chilingirian. Subsequent recordings include Schubert’s Auf dem Strom (Hyperion), the Brahms Horn Trio with members of the Gould Piano Trio (Quartz) and Mathias’ Horn Concerto (Metronome Records). As a recitalist and chamber musician, he has performed at the Concertgebouw, the Louvre and several times at the Edinburgh Festival, including a recital to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the death of legendary horn player Dennis Brain. In 2012, he was named principal horn of the London Philharmonic Orchestra and previously held the same position for the London Symphony Orchestra. Pyatt can be heard as solo horn on the Star Wars and Harry Potter franchises, and countless other soundtracks and recordings. He is a professor of horn at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama and the National Youth Orchestra of Great Britain. March 2016 39

biographies | james horner plus Rachmaninoff | march 31, April 2, 3 WILLIAM VerMEULEN, horn World-renowned hornist William VerMeulen leads a varied musical life of soloist, orchestral principal, chamber musician, master teacher and music publisher. Since he began his career in 1979 at age 18 with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, he has emerged as America’s leading horn soloist and preeminent teacher. As an orchestral principal, VerMeulen has been Principal Horn of the Houston Symphony since 1990 and has appeared as guest principal with many of the world’s leading orchestras. Equally regarded for orchestral and chamber music performance and teaching, VerMeulen performs at the world’s leading festivals and has taught hundreds of masterclasses worldwide. As professor of horn at Rice University, he is one of the most influential horn teachers of all time with students in most of America’s leading orchestras. More than 260 positions have been offered to his students. He is also brass artist-in-residence at The Glenn Gould School in Toronto and visiting professor of horn at the Eastman School of Music. VerMeulen was awarded the Distinguished Teacher of America Certificate of Excellence by President Reagan and The Commission on Presidential Scholars. Among his dozens of recordings are the Mozart Horn Concerti with Christoph Eschenbach and the Houston Symphony and The Christmas Horn (Summit Records), featuring VerMeulen and his Rice University students, The Rice Horn Crew. He is president of VerMeulen Music, LLC, which provides music and products for horn players.

RICHARD WATKINS, horn Richard Watkins is one of the most sought-after horn players of his generation. Principal horn of the Philharmonia Orchestra for 12 years, he is currently a member of the Nash Ensemble and a founding member of London Winds. Watkins has appeared at many of the world’s most prestigious venues in the UK, Europe and the United States and has worked with leading conductors. His extensive discography includes recordings of horn concertos by Mozart, Malcolm Arnold, Reinhold Glière, Ethel Smyth 40

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and Colin Matthews. Recent releases include a Wigmore Hall Live disc of the Britten Canticles with Mark Padmore, Alexander Goehr’s Horn Trio, Edward Gregson’s Horn Concerto with the BBC Philharmonic and Sea Eagle featuring works by British composers written for Watkins. He has a long association with Aldeburgh Music and is actively involved with the Britten-Pears Young Artist Programme, coaching, recording, directing and giving masterclasses. Watkins actively promotes contemporary music and has performed premieres of concertos by Maxwell-Davies, Osborne, Lindberg, Muldowney, Lefanu, and Colin and David Matthews. Recent premières have included Colin Matthews’ Horn Concerto and Trio; horn quintets by James MacMillan, David Matthews and Mark-Anthony Turnage; and Horn Trios by Huw Watkins, Goehr and Gerald Barry. In recital, he regularly performs with top vocalists and musicians. Richard Watkins holds the Dennis Brain Chair of Horn Playing at the Royal Academy of Music where he is also a Fellow.

ROBERT JOHNSON, horn Robert Johnson enjoys a growing career as an orchestral and chamber musician, soloist and teacher of horn. Before joining the Houston Symphony in 2012 as Associate Principal Horn, he was assistant principal of the Cincinnati S y m p h o n y Orchestra. He has also performed with both the Los Angeles Philharmonic at Walt Disney Concert Hall and The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra as a guest principal horn. Johnson has performed as soloist with the Houston Symphony, Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra, New World Symphony, Texas Music Festival, Chicago’s Midwest Clinic and nationwide as a recitalist and chamber musician. In the summers, he has performed with the Perlman Music Program and Sun Valley Summer Symphony. In fall 2013, Johnson joined the faculty of the Moores School of Music, University of Houston, as an affiliate artist, fulfilling a long-held dream of expanding his teaching to the collegiate level. Also a faculty member at the Texas Music Festival, he is in demand to lead masterclasses and lectures nationwide, most recently at the Colburn School in Los Angeles. His previous students have enjoyed acceptance and appointment to a multitude of prestigious conservatories, music festivals and professional ensembles. A graduate of Rice University, he studied with William VerMeulen. He is married to flutist and teacher Ariella Perlman, with whom he chases their twin boys, Ezra and Reuben.

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Notes OVERTURE TO THE SEA HAWK Erich Wolfgang Korngold (1897-1957) In a Tweet. A silver-screen hero springs to life in the lush music of a Viennese prodigy who moved to Hollywood. The Back Story. Erich Wolfgang Korngold said Hollywood saved his life. Raised in Vienna, he was the most acclaimed composing prodigy since Felix Mendelssohn; his lush and expressive operas made him an international sensation by his early 20s. After a brief Hollywood stint in 1934, when he adapted Mendelssohn’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream for a film of Shakespeare’s comedy, Korngold resumed his European career. Tinseltown lured him back in 1938 to score The Adventures of Robin Hood, and while he was there, the Nazis invaded Austria. Korngold, who was Jewish, felt that if he had been home, he would’ve been doomed. Settling into the film industry, he became one of several European immigrants whose colorful, sweeping scores set the tone for Hollywood’s Golden Age. The Instruments: 3 flutes, 2 oboes, 2 clarinets, bass clarinet, 2 bassoons, alto saxophone, 4 horns, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones, tuba, timpani, percussion, 2 harps, piano (doubling celesta) and strings What to Listen For: Like The Adventures of Robin Hood, The Sea Hawk is a swashbuckler starring Errol Flynn, who here plays a buccaneer dispatched by England’s Queen Elizabeth I to seize a boatload of Spanish gold. The overture samples the juiciest portions of Korngold’s 106-minute score. The brasses’ fanfares, drawn from the film’s big finish, evoke Flynn’s hero in all his dash and charisma. The stratospheric violin theme comes from the love scene between Flynn’s character and a Spanish noblewoman he captures. Still more luxuriant music comes from the scene near the film’s end when the buccaneer, after escaping from Spanish captors, reunites with his love. The Houston Symphony performs Paul Dukas’ The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, which moved to the big screen in Disney’s Fantasia, on April 8-10. ©2016 Steven Brown

COLLAGE, A CONCERTO FOR FOUR HORNS AND ORCHESTRA James Horner (1953-2015) In a Tweet. An Oscar-winning composer who used the French horn eloquently in film scores gives it a concert-hall showpiece. The Back Story. When the 10-year-old James Horner resolved to become a composer, he dreamed of the concert hall. Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7 was what galvanized him, and he studied at London’s Royal College of Music and other schools. His classical-music career failed to take off, though, so Horner turned to the movies. He went on to score dozens of films, including Field of Dreams, Avatar and Titanic, the last winning him two Academy Awards. The French horn featured so prominently in Horner’s works that horn player David Pyatt, a veteran of his films, suggested he write a concerto. The Houston Symphony and International Horn Society commissioned it, and Collage premiered in March 2015 in London.

The Instruments. 2 flutes, 2 oboes, 2 clarinets, 2 bassoons, 2 trumpets, 4 trombones, tuba, timpani, percussion, 2 harps, 2 pianos (one doubling celesta) and strings What to Listen For. Since Collage comes from a cinematic composer, it may be only natural that the work includes a spatial element. Horner plants a pair of horns on each side of the stage, and in the quiet opening, the soloists enter one by one, “giving the scenic impression of the four horn-players calling across mountaintops,” a London critic wrote. Collage draws on a large orchestra to create an array of colors and moods, with horns in the foreground. As horn player Pyatt told the fan site jameshorner-filmmusic.com: “You end up with this amazing sound picture … with all of us (soloists) playing often in canon and then coming together for these glorious moments when everything comes together in one body.” The Houston Symphony’s entire brass section will ring out in Anton Bruckner’s Symphony No. 7 on April 14-17. ©2016 Steven Brown

SYMPHONIC DANCES, OPUS 45 Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873-1943) In a Tweet. Drama, dynamism and wistfulness go side-by-side in Rachmaninoff’s last work. The Back Story. In 1939, with war coming to Europe, Sergei Rachmaninoff and his family closed their Swiss home and took refuge in the United States. Despite faltering health, Rachmaninoff kept up his tours as a pianist, and in 1940, he began his last work: Symphonic Dances. His workday stretched from 8am until 10pm. “The whole time I was worried looking after him,” his wife said. “In the evenings his eyes refused to focus because of the work of writing the score.” Rachmaninoff had to carry the manuscript and proofs with him on tour, but he finished his work. “I don’t know how it happened,” he said. “It must have been my last spark.” The Instruments. 2 flutes, piccolo, 2 oboes, English horn, 2 clarinets, bass clarinet, 2 bassoons, contrabassoon, alto saxophone, 4 horns, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones, tuba, timpani, percussion, harp, piano and strings What to Listen For. Symphonic Dances’ dynamism and vivid color hark back to Rachmaninoff’s famous Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini. Yet this score also has a wistful side. The opening’s agitation gives way to a sinuous theme sung out by the alto saxophone, and the movement ends with a quote from Rachmaninoff’s Symphony No. 1, an early work whose failure had shaken him. The gentle tones suggest that Rachmaninoff made peace. Eerie colors haunt the second movement’s waltz. And the finale climaxes with a battle between two themes: the medieval chant Dies irae, which lends a diabolical tone to several Rachmaninoff works, and a Russian Orthodox song of praise to God. The word “Alleluia” in the score suggests that goodness wins. The Houston Symphony plays another orchestral showpiece, Witold Lutoslawski’s Concerto for Orchestra, May 27-29. ©2016 Steven Brown The printed scores for this work were donated by Mrs. Pat B. Sullivan. March 2016 41

notes continued from page 23 | Beethoven 2 & 8 | march 4, 5, 6 night,” he wrote a close friend. “I must confess that I lead a miserable life. For almost two years, I have ceased to attend any social functions, just because I find it impossible to say to people: I am deaf. If I had any other profession, I might be able to cope with my infirmity. But in my profession it is a terrible handicap.” In the midst of his anguish, though, Beethoven composed this buoyant and tuneful symphony. How? The same letter contains a clue: His music was so popular publishers clamored for new works. Maybe composing let him escape his turmoil. The Instruments. 2 flutes, 2 oboes, 2 clarinets, 2 bassoons, 2 horns, 2 trumpets, timpani and strings What to Listen For. The Symphony No. 2 introduces one of Beethoven’s most distinctive breaks with tradition. Rather than composing a graceful minuet as the third movement, as Haydn and Mozart did, Beethoven wrote what he called a Scherzo, using an Italian word meaning joke. The freewheeling music lives up to the label as lusty fullorchestra chords punctuate breezy, whimsical byplay for the strings and winds. The same rowdy spirit animates the first moment and finale. Notice how often explosive fortissimos break in on the dashing, melodious music. In this, at least, the music could be describing Beethoven, whose friends said that when he was in a good mood, he exuded boisterous good humor. The vital music paved the way for Beethoven’s even more dynamic Eroica symphony, which the Houston Symphony performs March 10, 12 and 13. ©2016 Steven Brown The printed music for this work was donated by Fiddle & Bow Music Company.

LA LLORONA: TONE POEM FOR VIOLA AND ORCHESTRA Gabriela Lena Frank (1972–) COMPOSER’S NOTE: Dedicated to my dear friend Wayne Brooks, Houston Symphony Principal Viola, La Llorona: Tone Poem for Viola and Orchestra is inspired by the many existing myths in Latin America regarding a female spirit known as la llorona, or “crying woman.” Somewhat similar to female ghosts from other cultures (such as the rusalka from Russia or the Kuchisake-onna from Japan), the llorona generally comes about as the result of a violent death: drowning, suicide, childbirth and murder at the hands of a lover are common causes. The riverbanks are typically the places where one might encounter the llorona, for these are frequently the sites of the tragedies that took away her human life. This programmatic work is a portrait of the internal shift that happens as the llorona accepts her new existence. It consists of seven continuous movements: I. Slumber: It is just minutes after the llorona has lost her human life and crossed over into the new realm. Not fully conscious, she is still in the fog of a supernatural sleep. II. Awakening: After the quiet orchestral tutti which builds, the solo viola’s entrance signals that the llorona has sprung to new life. III. Flight: The llorona denies this new reality and tries to escape, literally. Irrationally, she runs here and there, crying for what was. 42

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IV. Danza de las Chullpas: In the course of fleeing her fate, the llorona stumbles upon a scene of other spirits normally unseen to humans. The chullpas are ancient spirits (hailing from Peruvian culture) in the form of skeletons hobbled over from having been bound into fetal positions as mummies. The llorona reluctantly begins to realize she has indeed crossed over into another realm. V. Canto de la Luna: Revered in many cultures, the moon is often a female deity that communicates with humans and spirits alike. Here, moonlight sings to the llorona, asking her to find acceptance. VI. Flight: The llorona cannot find it in herself to accept, and tries once again to escape. VII. Coda: The llorona slowly retreats into the shadows to join the other spirits unseen by the rest of us. It is the acknowledgement that tragically, she simply can’t change what’s not hers to change. ©Gabriela Lena Frank The instruments. 2 flutes (one doubling piccolo), 2 oboes (one doubling English horn), 2 clarinets (one doubling bass clarinet), 2 bassoons, 2 horns, 2 trumpets, 2 trombones, timpani, percussion, harp, celesta (doubling piano) and strings

SYMPHONY NO. 8 IN F MAJOR, OPUS 93 Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827) In a Tweet. This jovial symphony is another tribute to music’s power to take a composer away from real-life stress. The Back Story. Symphony No. 8, like the Second, comes from a fraught period in Beethoven’s personal life. In July 1812, Beethoven wrote a never-dispatched love letter to a mystery woman now dubbed the Immortal Beloved. The impassioned letter, discovered after Beethoven’s death, reveals his inner conflict between dreams of togetherness and doubt that his composing left room in his life for marriage. That autumn, appalled that his brother, Johann, had taken a live-in mistress, Beethoven tried to split the pair up—even getting a police order telling her to leave town. His scheming backfired when she and Johann married instead. Yet in the midst of this, Beethoven composed a symphony that radiates exuberance. CONTINUED ON PAGE 56

HOUSTON SYMPHONY CHORUS The Houston Symphony Chorus, the official choral unit of the Houston Symphony, consists of highly skilled and talented volunteer singers. Over the years, singers in this historic ensemble have learned and performed the world’s great choral-orchestral masterworks under the batons of Andrés Orozco-Estrada, Michael Krajewski, Hans Graf, Robert Shaw, Mitch Miller, Peter Schrier, Helmut Rilling and Nicholas McGegan, among many others. Under the leadership of Director Emeritus Charles Hausmann, the Chorus made several European concert tours performing with orchestras in Germany, the Czech Republic, Switzerland, Hungary, Austria, England and Mexico. The Houston Symphony Chorus holds auditions by appointment and welcomes inquiries from interested singers.

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BETSY COOK WEBER, director Dr. Betsy Cook Weber is Professor of Music and Director of Choral Studies at the University of Houston’s Moores School of Music and is also internationally active as a conductor, clinician, adjudicator and lecturer. In 2013, Betsy became the 13th person and first woman to receive the Texas Choral Director Association’s coveted Texas Choirmaster Award. She is editor of the Betsy Cook Weber choral series with Alliance Music Publishing. Choirs under Betsy’s direction, including the Moores School Concert Chorale, have been featured at multiple state and national conventions. Internationally, Chorale has won prizes and received acclaim at prestigious competitions in Wales, France and Germany. Betsy has prepared singers for Da Camera of Houston and for early music orchestras ARS Lyrica Houston and Mercury. She prepares singers for touring shows, including Josh Groban, NBC’s Clash of the Choirs, Telemundo’s Latin Grammy, Star Wars: In Concert and Andrea Bocelli. Before joining the University of Houston, Betsy taught vocal music, K-12, in public schools. Prior to her appointment as Houston Symphony Chorus Director, she served from 1990 to 1997 as Assistant and, later, Associate Director of the Chorus. She holds degrees from the University of North Texas, Westminster Choir College (Princeton, NJ) and the University of Houston.

Steve Abercia Melissa Bailey Adams Jennifer Agbu Bob Alban Ramona Alms Joe Anzaldua Stuart Aron R. Ellis Bardin Justin Becker Eldo Bergman Nicholas Berkley Claude Bitner Randy Boatright Cris Bocanegra John Bond Harvey Bongers Jonathan Bordelon Janene Bostwick Bruce Boyle Nancy Bratic Rebekah Bridges Mischa Brinkmeyer Patricia Bumpus James R. Carazola Beth Casey Susan Casper Thea Chapman Tatiana Chavanelle William K. Cheadle Elizabeth Chrisman Peter Christian Nancy Christopherson Holly Johnson Churman Sarah Clark Nicole Colby Jessica G. Colmenares John Colson Caitlin Cready Andrea Creath Kevin Culver Roger Cutler Kyle Damron Henry Dang Kevin Di Filippo Anna Diemer Keith Dixon David Doerr Donn Dubois Steve Dukes Randy Eckman Deborah Edwin Paul Ehrsam Raul Enriquez Chris Fair Ian Fetterley Adam Froelich Joseph S. Frybert Mary Gahr Chase Gaines John Gallagher Thyago Galvão Jessica Gann Michael Gilbert Michael Ging Robert Gomez

Scott Holshouser Accompanist Adam Gonzalez Trini Green Hannah Gronseth Akash Gulati Thi Ha Will Hailey Natalie Hale Susan Hall Earl Harper Jennifer Harris Austin Hart Jen Hart L. Scott Hassett Matthew Henderson Terry Henderson Walter Mark “Chip” Hinkel Jr. Eileen G. Holshouser Catherine Howard George Howe Donald Howie Jillian Hughes Sylvia Hysong Yukiko Iwata Francisco Izaguirre Sean Jackson Stephen James Donna Jerz Timothy Joya Christopher Kersten Michael Kessler Timothy Kilgore Nobuhide Kobori Kat Kunz Julie Kutac Karen Lach Yoka W. Larasati Brian K. Lassinger Josh Levine Frank Lopez Jay Lopez Mary Lopushansky Kimberly MacQueen Pamela Magnuson Sarah Malin Dawn Malone Jacqueline Maricelli Lisa Marut-Shriver Qwi Massingill Ken Mathews Ben May Melissa Medina Saleel Menon Janet Menzie Scott Mermelstein Bill Mize Edgar Moore Jim Moore Robert Nash Theresa Olin Marie Parisot Bill Parker Jennifer Paulson Charnele Pendarvis Lauren Price Greg Railsback Natalia Rawle Joseph Ray John Richardson Gabriel Rio Carolyn Rogan

Tony Sessions Librarian/Stage Manager Doug Sander Alex Schaaf Kali Schiska David Schoen Amy Schramm Sybil Scott Gary Scullin Tony Sessions Jonathan Silbert Jeff Simmons Andrea Slack Matthew Smedberg Lauren Smith Holly Soehnge Howard Solis Karla Sosa Katie Spanos Dewell Springer Miriam Stafford Mark Standridge Meridith Steiniger Julia Swindle Alisa Tobin Sara Torrey Lisa Rai Trewin Tommie Trinh Yen-Kuei (Peter) Tu Paul Van Dorn David Van Wyk Jeanna Villanueva Mary Voigt Lori Wagner Jenny Warkentin Brady Weldon Vicki Westbrook Kat White Lance Wilcox Lee Williams As of January 22, 2016

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Symphony Society Board President Steven P. Mach*

Chairman Robert B. Tudor III*

General Counsel Paul R. Morico*

Immediate Past President Robert A. Peiser*

Chairman Emeritus Mike S. Stude*

Secretary Barbara McCelvey*

Chair, Board Governance and Leadership Gene Dewhurst*

Chair, Finance Barbara Burger*

Chair, Strategic Planning Janet F. Clark*

Chair, Artistic & Orchestra Affairs Justice Brett Busby

Chair, Audience Development & Marketing Gloria G. Pryzant

Chair, Audit Anthony Bohnert

Chair, Community Partnerships Donna Shen

Chair, Development Jerry Simon

Chair, Education Billy McCartney

Chair, Pension Gene Dewhurst

Chair, Popular Programming Danielle Batchelor

Chair, Volunteers & Special Events Mary Lynn Marks

Immediate Past Chairman Jesse B. Tutor*^

President, Houston Symphony Endowment Jesse B. Tutor*^

President, Houston Symphony League Betty Tutor*^

Executive Director/CEO Mark C. Hanson*^

Music Director AndrĂŠs Orozco-Estrada*^

Musician Representative Adam Dinitz*^

Musician Representative Sergei Galperin*^

Musician Representative Mark Hughes*^

Assistant Secretary Open *Executive Committee ^Ex-Officio

Governing Directors Jan Barrow** Danielle Batchelor Gary Beauchamp Darlene Bisso Anthony Bohnert Ms. Marie Taylor Bosarge Ralph Burch Barbara Burger Justice Brett Busby Andrew Calder Donna Josey Chapman Janet F. Clark Michael H. Clark Ryan Colburn

Brad W. Corson Viviana Denechaud Gene Dewhurst Michael Doherty David Frankfort Julia Frankel Ronald G. Franklin Mauro Gimenez Stephen Glenn Susan Hansen Joan Kaplan Rochelle Levit, Ph.D. Cora Sue Mach ** Steven P. Mach

Paul M. Mann, M.D. Rodney Margolis ** Jay Marks ** Mary Lynn Marks David Massin Billy McCartney Barbara McCelvey Alexander K. McLanahan ** Paul R. Morico Kevin Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Gorman John Onstott Robert A. Peiser David Pruner Ron Rand

John Rydman Manolo Sanchez Helen Shaffer ** Jerry Simon Jim R. Smith Miles O. Smith James Stein Mike S. Stude ** William J. Toomey II Robert B. Tudor III ** Betty Tutor ** Jesse B. Tutor ** Judith Vincent Fredric Weber

Mrs. S. Conrad Weil Vicki West Margaret Alkek Williams ** Scott Wulfe David Wuthrich Ex-Officio James Moore Gloria G. Pryzant Donna Shen

Samuel Abraham Philip Bahr Devinder Bhatia, M.D. Meherwan Boyce Nancy Shelton Bratic Terry Ann Brown Prentiss Burt Cheryl Byington Dougal Cameron John T. Cater ** Evan Collins, M.D., MBA Andrew Davis Cindy Deere Azar Delpassand Ronald DePinho, M.D. Tracy Dieterich

Susanna Dokupil Kelli Cohen Fein, M.D. Craig Fox Allen Gelwick Evan Glick Julianne K. Gorte Stanley Haas Eric Haufrect, M.D. Gary L. Hollingsworth, M.D. Marianne Ivany Brian James Rita Justice I. Ray Kirk, M.D. Ulyesse LeGrange ** Michael Linn Carlos J. Lopez

Carolyn Mann Michael Mann, M.D. John Matzer III Jackie Wolens Mazow Gene McDavid ** Gary Mercer Marilyn Miles Janet Moore Bobbie Newman Tassie Nicandros Scott Nyquist Dana Ondrias Edward Osterberg Jr. Chester M. Pitts II Greg Powers, Ph.D. Gloria G. Pryzant

Richard A. Rabinow Roman F. Reed Gabriel Rio Richard Robbins, M.D. J. Hugh Roff Jr. ** Michael E. Shannon ** Donna Shen Robert Sloan Tad Smith David Stanard David Tai Brian J. Thomas L. Proctor (Terry) Thomas Andrew Truscott Art Vivar Margaret Waisman, M.D.

Robert Weiner James T. Willerson, M.D. Steven J. Williams Ed Wulfe ** Robert Yekovich Frank Yonish

Past Presidents of the Houston Symphony Society Mrs. Edwin B. Parker Miss Ima Hogg Mrs. H. M. Garwood Joseph A. Mullen, M.D. Joseph S. Smith Walter H. Walne H. R. Cullen Gen. Maurice Hirsch Charles F. Jones Fayez Sarofim John T. Cater Richard G. Merrill Ellen Elizardi Kelley John D. Platt E. C. Vandagrift Jr. J. Hugh Roff Jr. Robert M. Hermance Gene McDavid Janice H. Barrow Barry C. Burkholder Rodney H. Margolis Jeffrey B. Early

Michael E. Shannon Ed Wulfe Jesse B. Tutor Robert B. Tudor III Robert A. Peiser

Mrs. Theodore W. Cooper Mrs. Allen H. Carruth Mrs. David Hannah Jr. Mary Louis Kister Ellen Elizardi Kelley Mrs. John W. Herndon Mrs. Charles Franzen Mrs. Harold R. DeMoss Jr. Mrs. Edward H. Soderstrom Mrs. Lilly Kucera Andress Ms. Marilou Bonner Mrs. W. Harold Sellers Mrs. Harry H. Gendel Mrs. Robert M. Eury Mrs. E. C. Vandagrift Jr. Mrs. J. Stephen Marks Terry Ann Brown Nancy Strohmer Mary Ann McKeithan Ann Cavanaugh Mrs. James A. Shaffer Lucy H. Lewis Catherine McNamara Shirley McGregor Pearson

Paula Jarrett Cora Sue Mach Kathi Rovere Norma Jean Brown Barbara McCelvey Lori Sorcic Nancy B. Willerson Jane Clark Nancy Littlejohn Donna Shen Susan Osterberg Kelli Cohen Fein Vicki West

Ebby Creden Charlotte Gaunt Norma Brady Cindy Kuenneke Helen Powell Sharon Dillard Diane McLaughlin Roberta Liston Suzanne Hicks Sue Smith Shirley Wettling Jo Anne Mills Phyllis Molnar Pat Bertelli Emyre B. Robinson Dana Puddy Angela Buell Pat Brackett Joan Wade Yvonne Herring Deanna Lamoreux Glenda Toole Carole Murphy Patience Myers

Trustees

Past Presidents of the Houston Symphony League Miss Ima Hogg Mrs. John F. Grant Mrs. J. R. Parten Mrs. Andrew E. Rutter Mrs. Aubrey Leon Carter Mrs. Stuart Sherar Mrs. Julian Burrows Ms. Hazel Ledbetter Mrs. Albert P. Jones Mrs. Ben A. Calhoun Mrs. James Griffith Lawhon Mrs. Olaf La Cour Olsen Mrs. Ralph Ellis Gunn Mrs. Leon Jaworski Mrs. Garrett R. Tucker Jr. Mrs. M. T. Launius Jr. Mrs. Thompson McCleary

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PAST PRESIDENTS OF THE Houston Symphony League BaY AREA Fran Strong Selma Neumann Julia Wells Dagmar Meeh Priscilla Heidbreder Harriett Small Nina Spencer Elizabeth Glenn

Ex-Officio Ting Bresnahan Audrey Chang John Esquivel Dr. A. Jan Taylor Lifetime Trustee **

MUSICIAN SPONSORSHIP Donors at the Conductorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Circle, Silver Baton level and above are provided the opportunity to be recognized as sponsoring a Houston Symphony musician. For more information, please contact Molly Simpson, Director, Major Gifts, at (713) 337-8526 or molly.simpson@houstonsymphony.org. Mr. William L. Ackerman Megan Conley, Harp, Principal Mrs. Janice H. Barrow Sophia S. Silivos, Second Violin, Acting Associate Principal Mrs. Bonnie Bauer Fay L. Shapiro, Viola Mr. Gary V. Beauchamp and Ms. Marian Wilfert Beauchamp Martha Chapman, Second Violin Mr. and Mrs. Edward F. Blackburne Jr. Sergei Galperin, First Violin Dr. and Mrs. Meherwan P. Boyce Brinton A. Smith, Cello, Principal Mr. and Mrs. Walter Bratic Christopher Neal, First Violin Ms. Terry A. Brown James R. Denton, Cello Mr. Ralph Burch Robin Kesselman, Double Bass Mr. and Mrs. Dougal A. Cameron Brian E. Thomas, Horn Dr. Mary Kathryn Campion and Mr. Stephen Liston Rodica Gonzalez, First Violin Mr. and Mrs. Robert Cizik Qi Ming, First Violin, Assistant Concertmaster Ms. Janet F. Clark Kevin F. Dvorak, Cello Mr. Michael H. Clark and Ms. Sallie Morian George W. Pascal, Viola, Assitant Principal Mr. and Mrs. Bert Cornelison Judy Dines, Flute Mr. and Mrs. Roger Cutler Tong Yan, First Violin Dr. Scott Cutler Scott Holshouser, Keyboard, Principal Mr. Richard L. Danforth Jeffrey Butler, Cello Ms. Leslie B. Davidson and Mr. W. Robins Brice Colin Gatwood, Oboe Mr. and Mrs. Eugene H. Dewhurst Phillip Freeman, Trombone Mr. Duke Ensell Donald E. Howey III, Double Bass Mr. and Mrs. John Esquivel Eric Larson, Double Bass Dr. Kelli Cohen Fein and Mr. Martin J. Fein Ferenc Illenyi, First Violin

Mr. and Mrs. Craig A. Fox David R. Malone, Double Bass, Acting Principal Mr. and Mrs. Russell M. Frankel Aralee Dorough, Flute, Principal Mr. and Mrs. Stephen W. Glenn Christian Schubert, Clarinet, Acting Associate principal

Dr. and Mrs. Robert M. Mihalo Brian E. Thomas, Horn Mr. and Mrs. Paul R. Morico Elise Wagner, Bassoon Mrs. Nancy Morrison Wayne A. Brooks, Viola, Principal Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Nelson Mihaela Frusina, Second Violin

Mr. Evan B. Glick Tong Yan, First Violin

Mrs. Bobbie Newman Rodica Gonzalez, First Violin

Mr. and Mrs. Fred L. Gorman Christopher French, Cello, Associate Principal

Mr. and Mrs. Scott S. Nyquist Sheldon Person, Viola

Dr. Alana R. Spiwak and Mr. Sam Stolbun Wei Jiang, Viola Mr. and Mrs. Robert R. Springob Mihaela Frusina, Second Violin Mr. and Mrs. Michael Stamatedes Eric Larson, Double Bass Mr. Mike S. Stude Ruth E. Zeger, Second Violin Mr. and Mrs. L. Proctor Thomas III John A. DeWitt, Trumpet, Associate Principal

Mr. and Mrs. John Onstott Rodica Gonzalez, First Violin

Mr. and Mrs. Paul S. Thomas Robert E. Johnson, Horn, Associate Principal

Mr. Edward C. Osterberg Jr. and Dr. Susan Osterberg Mi-Hee Chung, First Violin

Ms. Susan L. Thompson George W. Pascal, Viola, Assitant Principal

Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan E. Parker Nancy Goodearl, Horn

Mr. and Mrs. Stephen G. Tipps Allen Barnhill, Trombone, Principal

Dr. and Mrs. I. Ray Kirk Linda A. Goldstein, Viola

Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Peiser Jonathan Fischer, Oboe, Principal

Mr. and Mrs. Ulyesse J. LeGrange Thomas LeGrand, Clarinet, Acting Principal

Mr. and Mrs. David R. Pruner Matthew Strauss, Percussion

Mr. and Mrs. Robert B. Tudor III Bradley White, Trombone, Associate Principal

Dr. Gary L. Hollingsworth and Dr. Ken Hyde Robert M. Walp, Trumpet, Assistant Principal Drs. M.S. and Marie-Luise Kalsi Eric Halen, First Violin, Associate Concertmaster

Mr. Max Levit and Dr. Rochelle Levit Sergei Galperin, First Violin Mr. and Mrs. Meredith J. Long Brinton A. Smith, Cello, Principal Mr. and Mrs. Harry Mach Joan DerHovsepian, Viola, Associate Principal Mr. and Mrs. Steven P. Mach Eric Larson, Double Bass Mr. and Mrs. Rodney H. Margolis Eric Halen, First Violin, Associate Concertmaster

Mr. and Mrs. Joe Pryzant Matthew Strauss, Percussion Mr. and Mrs. Ron R. Rand Myung Soon Lee, Cello Mrs. Lila Rauch Christopher French, Cello, Associate Principal

Mr. and Mrs. Jesse B. Tutor Daniel S. Strba, Viola Ms. Judith Vincent Matthew D. Roitstein, Flute, Associate Principal Mr. and Mrs. Joel Wahlberg Alexander Potiomkin, Clarinet

Mr. and Mrs. Roman F. Reed Matthew Strauss, Percussion

Dr. Margaret Waisman and Dr. Steven S. Callahan Mark Griffith, Percussion

Mrs. Sybil F. Roos Mark Hughes, Trumpet, Principal

Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Wallace Ronald Holdman, Timpani

Mr. Glen A. Rosenbaum Aralee Dorough, Flute, Principal

Mr. and Mrs. Fredric A. Weber Megan Conley, Harp, Principal

Mr. and Mrs. J. Stephen Marks Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Rubenstein Brian Del Signore, Percussion, Principal Brian Del Signore, Percussion, Principal Mr. and Mrs. Jay Marks Mr. and Mrs. John Rydman Sergei Galperin, First Violin Anthony Kitai, Cello Mr. and Mrs. John N. Matzer III Mr. and Mrs. Walter Scherr Kurt Johnson, First Violin Phyllis Herdliska, Viola Dr. and Mrs. Malcolm L. Mazow Mr. and Mrs. James A. Shaffer Rodica Gonzalez, First Violin Eric Halen, First Violin, Associate Concertmaster Mr. and Mrs. Pat McCelvey Adam Dinitz, English Horn Mr. and Mrs. Michael E. Shannon Rian Craypo, Bassoon, Principal Mr. and Mrs. Gene McDavid Linda A. Goldstein, Viola Mr. and Mrs. Tim Shen Mr. and Mrs. Alexander K. McLanahan Tiantian Zhang, Second Violin William K. VerMeulen, Horn, Principal Mr. Albert J. Smith Jr. Eric Arbiter, Bassoon, Mr. and Mrs. Marvin McMurrey Associate Principal Rodica Gonzalez, First Violin Mr. and Mrs. Tad Smith Marina Brubaker, First Violin

Mr. and Mrs. Conrad Weil Jr. Amy E. Teare, Second Violin Ms. Vicki West Rodica Gonzalez, First Violin Dr. James T. Willerson Anne C. Leek, Oboe, Associate Principal Mrs. Margaret Alkek Williams Frank Huang, First Violin, Concertmaster Mr. and Mrs. Steven J. Williams Mi-Hee Chung, First Violin Mr. Wallace S. Wilson and Mrs. Jeanie Kilroy Wilson Xiao Wong, Cello Mr. and Mrs. Ed Wulfe David E. Kirk, Tuba, Principal Mr. and Mrs. Michael Zilkha Kurt Johnson, First Violin March 2016 45

Houston Symphony Endowment The Houston Symphony Endowment is a separate nonprofit organization that invests contributions to earn income for the benefit of the Houston Symphony Society. Trustees Jesse B. Tutor, President

Gene Dewhurst James Lee Michael Mithoff

Alexandra Pruner Fredric A. Weber

An endowed fund can be permanently established within the Houston Symphony Society through a direct contribution or via a planned gift such as a bequest. The fund can be designated for general purposes or specific interests. For further information, please contact Patrick Quinn, Director, Planned Giving, at (713) 337-8532 or patrick.quinn@houstonsymphony.org. General Endowment Funds that support operational and annual activities: Accenture (Andersen Consulting) Fund AIG American General Fund M.D. Anderson Foundation Fund Mr. & Mrs. Philip Bahr Fund Janice H. & Thomas D. Barrow Fund Mrs. Ermy Borlenghi Bonfield Fund Jane & Robert Cizik Fund Mr. Lee A. Clark Fund Cooper Industries, Inc. Fund Gene & Linda Dewhurst Fund DuPont Corporation Fund Elkins Charitable Trust Agency Fund The Margaret & James A. Elkins Foundation Fund Virginia Lee Elverson Trust Fund Charles Engelhard Foundation Fund William Stamps Farish Fund Dr. Kelli Cohen Fein & Martin J. Fein Fund Stephen & Mariglyn Glenn Fund Jo A. & Billie Jo Graves Fund George & Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation Fund Dr. Gary L. Hollingsworth & Dr. Ken Hyde Fund Houston Arts Combined Endowment Fund Drs. M.S. & Marie-Luise Kalsi Fund Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Kaplan Fund Ann Kennedy & Geoffrey Walker Fund Martha Kleymeyer Fund Rochelle & Max Levit Fund Mr. E. W. Long Jr. Fund

Mr. & Mrs. Rodney H. Margolis Fund Jay & Shirley Marks Fund Mr. & Mrs. J. Stephen Marks Fund/The Marks Charitable Foundation Marian & Speros Martel Foundation Fund Barbara & Pat McCelvey Fund The Menil Foundation Fund Monroe Mendelsohn Jr. Estate Sue A. Morrison & Children Fund National Endowment for the Arts Fund Stewart Orton Fund Papadopoulos Fund Nancy & Robert Peiser Fund Rockwell Fund, Inc. Fund Mr. & Mrs. Clive Runnells Fund Estate of Mr. Walter W. Sapp Fund Mr. & Mrs. Matt K. Schatzman Fund The Schissler Foundation Fund Mr. & Mrs. James A. Shaffer Fund Mr. & Mrs. William T. Slick Jr. Fund Texas Eastern Fund Dorothy Barton Thomas Fund Bobby & Phoebe Tudor Fund Mr. & Mrs. Jesse B. Tutor Fund Dede & Connie Weil Fund The Wortham Foundation Fund Anonymous (5)

Designated funds to support annual performance activity: The Brown Foundation Guest Pianist Fund The Cullen Foundation Maestroâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fund General & Mrs. Maurice Hirsch Memorial Concert Fund in memory of Theresa Meyer and Jules Hirsch, beloved parents of General Maurice Hirsch, and Rosetta Hirsch Weil and Josie Hirsch Bloch, beloved sisters of General Maurice Hirsch The Houston Symphony Chorus Endowment Fund Fayez Sarofim Guest Violinist Fund through The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts The Wortham Foundation Classical Series Fund endowed in memory of Gus S. & Lyndall F. Wortham

Capital Investments The Houston Symphony thanks the generous donors, who since 2012, have made possible infrastructure additions to further enhance the sound and quality of our orchestral performances: Beauchamp Foundation Miller Outdoor Theatre Sound Shell Ceiling and Portativ Organ

Vicky and Michael Richker Family Adolfo Sayago, Orquestas

The Fondren Foundation Miller Outdoor Theatre Sound Shell Ceiling

Sybil F. Roos Rotary Trumpets

Albert & Ethel Herzstein Charitable Foundation Enhancements to Jones Hall Video System

Silver Circle Audio Enhancements to Jones Hall Recording Suite

Houston Symphony League Steinway Concert Grand Piano and Instrument Petting Zoo

Beverly Johnson, Ralph Wyman and Jim Foti, and Thane & Nicole Wyman in memory of Winthrop Wyman Basset Horns and Rotary Trumpets

Ms. Nancey G. Lobb Piccolo Timpano

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Mr. and Mrs. Charles Zabriskie Conductorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Podium

Houston Symphony Endowment Endowed Chairs to assist the Houston Symphony attract, retain and support world class conductors, musicians, guest artists and executive leadership: Janice & Thomas Barrow Chair: Brinton Averil Smith, principal cello Roy & Lillie Cullen Chair: Andrés Orozco-Estrada, music director Fondren Foundation Chair: Qi Ming, assistant concertmaster General Maurice Hirsch Chair: Aralee Dorough, principal flute Ellen E. Kelley Chair: Eric Halen, associate concertmaster Max Levine Chair: Frank Huang, concertmaster George P. & Cynthia Woods Mitchell Chair: Mark Hughes, principal trumpet Tassie & Constantine S. Nicandros Chair: Alexander Potiomkin, bass clarinet Lucy Binyon Stude Chair: Jonathan Fischer, principal oboe Winnie Safford Wallace Chair Margaret Alkek Williams Chair, Executive Director/CEO Endowed funds to assist the Houston Symphony attract, retain and support world class conductors, musicians and guest artists: American General Fund Speros P. Martel Fund Stewart Orton Fund Dan Feigal Prosser Fund Endowed funds to support the Houston Symphony’s annual education and community engagement activities: Margarett & Alice Brown Endowment Fund for Education Lawrence E. Carlton, M.D. Endowment Fund for Youth Programs Richard P. Garmany Fund for the Houston Symphony League Concerto Competition The William Randolph Hearst Endowed Fund for Education Programs Selma S. Neumann Fund Spec’s Charitable Foundation Salute to Educators Concert Fund Endowed funds to support new commissions and innovative artistic projects: The Micajah S. Stude Special Production Fund Endowed funds to support access and expand geographic reach: The Alice & David C. Bintliff Messiah Concert fund for performances at First Methodist Church The Brown Foundation’s Miller Outdoor Theatre Fund in memory of Hanni and Stewart Orton Mach Family Audience Development Fund George P. & Cynthia Woods Mitchell Summer Concerts Fund Endowed funds to support electronic media initiatives: The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts Fund for Creative Initiatives Endowed fund to support the Houston Symphony Ima Hogg Competition: Nancy B. Willerson Mr. & Mrs. C. Clifford Wright Jr. Endowed fund to support piano performance: Mary R. Lewis Fund for Piano Performance Legacy commitments through The Brown Foundation Challenge to support artistic excellence: Janet F. Clark Gloria Goldblatt Pryzant Mr. & Mrs. Jesse B. Tutor Legacy Society Chair: Wayne Brooks, principal viola Ms. Vicki West in honor of Hans Graf Anonymous (1) Leadership gifts of working capital provided as part of the Campaign for the 20th Century, Campaign for Houston Symphony and My Houston, My Symphony – Campaign for a Sound Future: Hewlett Packard Company Fund The Robert and Janice McNair Foundation Neva Watkins West Fund Gift in memory of Winifred Safford Wallace for the commission of new works

CHORUS ENDOWMENT DONORS $500 or more

Janice Barrow Mr. Eldo Bergman, Family Literacy Network, Inc. Mr. & Mrs. Paul Davis Steve Dukes Joyce & David Fox Robert Lee Gomez

Christina & Mark Hanson Mr. & Mrs. Terry L. Henderson Nobuhide Kobori Alan L. McAdams & Vicki L. Colvin Dr. William McCallum Bryan & Vickie McMicken David G. Nussman

Mr. & Mrs. Peter C. Peropoulos Mr. & Mrs. Gabriel Rio Ms. Carolyn Rogan Ms. Susan E. Scarrow Mr. & Mrs. Richard J. Sommer Mr. & Mrs. Fredric A. Weber Mr. & Mrs. James R. Wilhite March 2016 47

The Sustainability Fund

The Houston Symphony Pays Special Tribute to 137 Donors Who Made Transformational Gifts to Complete The Sustainability Fund On December 31, 2015, the Houston Symphony celebrated an extraordinary achievement: the completion of a five-year $15 million Sustainability Fund which has transformed the orchestra’s financial position. Five years ago, under the leadership of Board President Bobby Tudor and Executive Director/CEO Mark C. Hanson, the Houston Symphony began a journey to strengthen its core business through a five-year financial plan. This plan set a path for the orchestra to strengthen both contributed and earned revenue, in order to invest in its core artistic endeavors and deepen its engagement with the Greater Houston community. The Symphony was able to close out the campaign thanks to challenge grant funds totaling $1,050,000 provided by Bobby and Phoebe Tudor, Cora Sue and Harry Mach, Janice Barrow, Steve and Joella Mach and Robert and Jane Cizik. The Ciziks provided the final $500,000 to allow the Symphony to reach its $15 million Sustainability goal and to close out the fund. The Houston Symphony thanks the 137 donors who made this important investment in our orchestra’s future, positioning the Symphony for success as we pursue the ambitions outlined in our Strategic Plan, Vision 2025: to be an orchestra for all Houstonians, and to become America’s most relevant and accessible top-ten orchestra by 2025.

Houston Endowment Estate of Jean R. Sides Bobby & Phoebe Tudor Ms. Marie Taylor Bosarge Janice Barrow Margaret Alkek Williams Jane & Robert Cizik Mrs. Alfred C. Glassell Jr. Mrs. Kitty King Powell The Cullen Foundation

The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts The Brown Foundation, Inc. Cora Sue & Harry Mach The Wortham Foundation, Inc. John & Lindy Rydman / Spec’s Charitable Foundation / Spec’s Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods M.D. Anderson Foundation Joella & Steven P. Mach Mr. & Mrs. Jesse B. Tutor

Ms. Barbara Burger Ron Franklin & Janet Gurwitch The Joan & Marvin Kaplan Foundation Carol & Michael Linn & The Michael C. Linn Family Foundation Barbara & Pat McCelvey Estate of Mary Ann Holloway Phillips

Sybil F. Roos Steven & Nancy Williams Robin Angly & Miles Smith Gary & Marian Beauchamp Laura & Michael Shannon Mr. & Mrs. Philip A. Bahr Nancy & Walter Bratic Janet F. Clark Linda & Gene Dewhurst Bert & Joan Golding

Mr. & Mrs. Robert M. Griswold Marilyn & Robert Hermance C. Howard Pieper Foundation Tad & Suzanne Smith Alice & Terry Thomas Shirley W. Toomim Janet & Tom Walker

Mr. & Mrs. Rodney H. Margolis Mr. & Mrs. Alexander K. McLanahan Kathryn & Richard Rabinow Billy & Christie McCartney Dr. Rita Justice Mr. & Mrs. Anthony W. Bohnert Mr. & Mrs. J. Stephen Marks John & Cynthia Onstott / Geo. H. Lewis & Sons

Ms. Judith Vincent Mr. & Mrs. Fredric A. Weber Mr. & Mrs. Edward F. Blackburne Jr. Mr. Ralph Burch Mr. Michael H. Clark & Ms. Sallie Morian Evan D. Collins Erika & S. David Frankfort Mr. & Mrs. U. J. LeGrange

Mrs. Carolyn & Dr. Michael Mann Jay & Shirley Marks James D. Stein Mr. & Mrs. Clive Runnells BB&T / Courtney & Bill Toomey Scott & Lori Wulfe Anonymous (1)

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Mr. & Mrs. James A. Shaffer Stephen & Mariglyn Glenn Mr. & Mrs. Manolo Sรกnchez Robert G. Weiner & Toni Blankmann Tyler & Kat Murphy Justice Brett & Erin Busby Laurie & Ryan Colburn Mr. & Mrs. Bradley Corson Susan & Dick Hansen Christina & Mark Hanson Mr. & Mrs. John N. Matzer III Ann & Hugh Roff Vicky & Michael Richker Margaret Waisman, M.D. & Steven S. Callahan, Ph.D. Gloria & Joe Pryzant Margot & John Cater Virginia A. Clark Mr. Andrew Davis & Ms. Corey Tu Viviana & David Denechaud Amanda & Adam Dinitz David & Heidi Massin Bobbie Newman Lisa & Jerry Simon Vicki West The Brodsky Foundation David Chambers & Alex Steffler Vicky Dominguez Mr. Colin C. Gatwood & Ms. Aralee Dorough

Mr. Jonathan Fischer Mauro H. Gimenez & Connie A. Coulomb Dr. Gregory & Mrs. Catherine Powers Mrs. Lila Rauch Julianne & David Gorte Mr. & Mrs. Frank Yonish Dr. Ronald DePinho & Dr. Lynda Chin Mr. & Mrs. Allen Barnhill Pam & Chad Blaine Mr. Wayne Brooks Terry Ann Brown Aurelie Desmarais & Ed Struzynski Mr. & Mrs. Michael Doherty Martin & Kelli Cohen Fein Shawn & Megan Conley Rian & Sean Craypo Brian & Leah Del Signore Eric & Angelea Halen Mark & Marilyn Hughes Ms. Mandi Hunsicker-Sallee Mr. Robert E. Johnson & Ms. Ariella Perlman Mary Beth Mosley Scott & Judy Nyquist Mr. Matthew D. Roitstein Mr. Brinton Averil Smith & Ms. Evelyn Chen Ramon & Chula Sanchez Mr. & Mrs. Eric A. Arbiter Mrs. Shirley Burgher

Mr. Erik T. Gronfor & Ms. Joan DerHovsepian Bruce Harkness & Alice Brown Mr. & Mrs. Edd C. Hendee Ms. Leticia Konigsberg & Mr. Michael Olson Mr. & Mrs. Thomas LeGrand Mr. & Mrs. Harvin Moore IV Mr. & Mrs. Scott Holshouser Mr. Robin Kesselman Dr. & Mrs. Robert Ivany Ms. Anne C. Leek Mr. & Mrs. William K. VerMeulen Martha & Stanley* Bair Mr. & Mrs. Charles E. Brewer Ms. Joyce Perkins David & Tara Wuthrich Anonymous (2) Listing current as of January 19, 2016 *Deceased

LEADERSHIP COUNCIL Leadership Council donors have committed $45,000 or more in support of the Annual Fund, special projects and fundraising events over a three-year period ($15,000+ annually). For more information or to pledge your support, please contact David Chambers, Chief Development Officer, at (713) 337-8525 or Amber Winsor Mullins, Senior Director, Development at (713) 337-8538.

Graham & Janet Baker Danielle and Josh Batchelor Mr. & Mrs. Walter V. Boyle Justice Brett & Erin Busby Janet F. Clark The Estate of Terence Murphree Mr. Richard Danforth Gene & Linda Dewhurst The Elkins Foundation Angel and Craig Fox Allen and Almira Gelwick - Lockton Companies Mr. & Mrs. Fred L. Gorman The Joan & Marvin Kaplan Foundation Mr. & Mrs. U. J. LeGrange

Ms. Nancey G. Lobb Mr. & Mrs. Rodney H. Margolis The Melbern G. and Susanne M. Glasscock Foundation Mr. John N. Neighbors Susan and Edward Osterberg Gloria & Joe Pryzant Ken and Carol Lee Robertson Donna and Tim Shen Lisa & Jerry Simon Nancy and David Tai Stephen and Kristine Wallace Mr. & Mrs. Fredric A. Weber Mr. & Mrs. C. Clifford Wright Jr.

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Houston Symphony Donors Annual Support The Houston Symphony gratefully acknowledges those who support our artistic, educational and community engagement programs through their generosity to our Annual Fund and our Special Events. For more information, please contact Mark Hanson, Executive Director/CEO, at (713) 337-8540, David Chambers, Chief Development Officer, at (713) 337-8525 or Amber Winsor Mullins, Senior Director, Development, at (713) 337-8538..

Ima Hogg Society, $150,000 or More

Ima Hogg Society, $150,000 or More Janice Barrow Ms. Marie Taylor Bosarge Jane & Robert Cizik The Honorable David H. Dewhurst Rochelle & Max Levit Estate of Dr. Mary R. Lewis Cora Sue & Harry Mach Mr. George P. Mitchell Mr. John N. Neighbors Sybil F. Roos John & Lindy Rydman / Spec’s Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods Mr. & Mrs. Jim R. Smith Mike Stude Bobby & Phoebe Tudor Margaret Alkek Williams

Centennial Society, $100,000 - $149,999 Mr. Monzer Hourani Joella & Steven P. Mach

Founder’s Society, $75,000 - $99,999 Robin Angly & Miles Smith Darlene & Cappy Bisso Janet F. Clark Billy & Christie McCartney

Barbara & Pat McCelvey Nancy & Robert Peiser Mr. & Mrs. Jesse B. Tutor Steven & Nancy Williams

Maestro’s Society, $50,000 - $74,999 Jana & Scotty Arnoldy Mr. & Mrs. Philip A. Bahr Gary & Marian Beauchamp Mr. & Mrs. Edward F. Blackburne Jr. Ms. Barbara Burger Linda & Gene Dewhurst Ron Franklin & Janet Gurwitch Mrs. Alfred C. Glassell Jr. The Estate of Miss Ima Hogg Drs. M.S. & Marie-Luise Kalsi

Carol & Michael Linn & The Michael C. Linn Family Foundation Beth Madison Mr. & Mrs. J. Stephen Marks Janice & Robert McNair John & Cynthia Onstott Mr. & Mrs. William K. Robbins Jr. / The Robbins Foundation Louisa Stude Sarofim

Mr. & Mrs. James A. Shaffer Laura & Michael Shannon Dr. & Mrs. Robert B. Sloan Jr. / Houston Baptist University Alice & Terry Thomas Ms. Judith Vincent

Concertmaster’s Society, $25,000 - $49,999 Mr. John Barlow Dr. & Mrs. Devinder Bhatia Nancy & Walter Bratic Mr. Ralph Burch Drs. Dennis & Susan Carlyle 50

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Donna & Max Chapman Mr. Michael H. Clark & Ms. Sallie Morian Dr. Alex Dell Mr. & Mrs. John P. Dennis III / WoodRock & Co.

Jo Lynn & Gregg Falgout / Island Operating Company Diane Lokey Farb Mr. & Mrs. Donald Faust Sr. Mr. & Mrs. Russell M. Frankel

Houston Symphony Donors Allen & Almira Gelwick Lockton Companies Lila-Gene George Mr. & Mrs. Melbern G. Glasscock Stephen & Mariglyn Glenn Bert & Joan Golding Mr. & Mrs. Robert M. Griswold Susan & Dick Hansen Marilyn & Bob Hermance Dr. Gary L. Hollingsworth & Dr. Ken Hyde Dr. Rita Justice The Joan & Marvin Kaplan Foundation Mr. & Mrs. James H. Lee

Mr. & Mrs. U. J. LeGrange Carolyn & Mike Mann Mr. & Mrs. Rodney H. Margolis Mr. & Mrs. Alexander K. McLanahan Mrs. Mary Catherine Miller John & Bobbie Nau Mr. & Mrs. Odis Peavy Dave & Alie Pruner Kathryn & Richard Rabinow Lisa & Jerry Simon Mr. & Mrs. Robert R. Springob, Laredo Construction, Inc. James D. Stein / Independent Bank

Mr. Jay Steinfeld & Mrs. Barbara Winthrop Nancy & David Tai Mr. Brian Teichman & Mr. Andrew Cordes Ms. Susan L. Thompson Shirley W. Toomim Janet & Tom Walker Mr. & Mrs. Fredric A. Weber Vicki West Mr. & Mrs. C. Clifford Wright Jr. Scott & Lori Wulfe

Conductor’s Circle, Platinum Baton $15,000 - $24,999 Graham & Janet Baker Danielle & Josh Batchelor James M. Bell Mr. & Mrs. Anthony W. Bohnert Mr. & Mrs. Walter V. Boyle Justice Brett & Erin Busby Mr. Richard Danforth Viviana & David Denechaud Mrs. William Estrada Martin & Kelli Cohen Fein Angel & Craig Fox Erika & S. David Frankfort Mr. & Mrs. Robert R. Franklin Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Fred L. Gorman Mrs. Gloria Pepper & Dr. Bernard Katz Ms. Nancey G. Lobb

Jay & Shirley Marks Betty & Gene McDavid Mr. & Mrs. Connelly T. McGreevy Stephen & Marilyn Miles/Steven Warren Miles & Marilyn Ross Miles Foundation Stewart Morris & Kay Shoppa The Estate of Terence Murphree Susan & Edward Osterberg Gary Petersen Gloria & Joe Pryzant Ken & Carol Lee Robertson Ann & Hugh Roff William J. Rovere & Kathi F. Rovere Mr. & Mrs. Clive Runnells Donna & Tim Shen Mr. & Mrs. Charles Tate

Paul Strand Thomas Ms. Hallie A. Vanderhider Margaret Waisman, M.D. & Steven S. Callahan, Ph.D. Stephen & Kristine Wallace Dede & Connie Weil Robert G. Weiner & Toni Blankmann Nancy B. Willerson Jeanie Kilroy Wilson & Wallace S. Wilson Ralph Wyman & Jim Foti Thane & Nicole Wyman Nina & Michael Zilkha

Conductor’s Circle, Gold Baton $10,000 - $14,999 Frances & Ira Anderson Lilly & Thurmon Andress Edward H. Andrews III Nina Andrews & David Karohl Sr. Judge Mary Bacon Mr. & Mrs. Giorgio Borlenghi Mr. & Mrs. George Boss Terry Ann Brown John & Candace Caley Mr. & Mrs. Bernard F. Clark Jr. Virginia A. Clark Dr. & Mrs. Evan D. Collins Mr. & Mrs. Bert Cornelison Roger & Debby Cutler Dr. Scott Cutler Leslie Barry Davidson & W. Robins Brice David & Cindy Deere Dr. & Mrs. Ebrahim S. Delpassand, Excel Diagnostics & Nuclear Oncology Valerie Palmquist Dieterich & Tracy Dieterich Jennifer & Steve Dolman Archie & Linda Dunham Mr. Robert Durst Scott Ensell & Family John & Minerva Esquivel Aubrey & Sylvia Farb Mr. & Mrs. Marvy A. Finger

Michael B. George Mauro H. Gimenez & Connie A. Coulomb Evan B. Glick Jo A. & Billie Jo Graves Christina & Mark Hanson Mr. & Mrs. James E. Hooks Dr. & Mrs. Robert Ivany / University of St. Thomas Mr. & Mrs. Jacek Jaminski Beverly Johnson Janice & Allan King Dr. & Mrs. I. Ray Kirk Michael & Kelley Lang Drs. Robert & Golda Anne Leonard Marilyn G. Lummis Dr. & Mrs. E. K. Massin Mr. & Mrs. John N. Matzer III Dr. & Mrs. Malcolm L. Mazow Mr. Keith McFarland Martha & Marvin McMurrey Mr. Gary Mercer Mr. & Mrs. Walter M. Mischer Jr. Nancy Morrison Bobbie Newman Scott & Judy Nyquist Dr. Gregory & Mrs. Catherine Powers Ron & Demi Rand

Lila Rauch Roman & Sally Reed Gabriel & Mona Rio Linda & Jerry Rubenstein Susan D. & Fayez Sarofim Mr. & Mrs. Walter Scherr Mr. & Ms. Shalin Shah Tad & Suzanne Smith Alana R. Spiwak & Sam L. Stolbun Mr. & Mrs. Trent Tellepsen Mr. Aaron J. Thomas & Mrs. Jennifer Chang Pamalah & Stephen Tipps Courtney & Bill Toomey John G. Turner & Jerry G. Fischer Birgitt van Wijk Mr. & Ms. Frank Verducci Mr. & Mrs. Sean Waggoner Shirley & Joel Wahlberg Janet & Tom Walker Mr. & Mrs. Randolph Wands David M. Wax* & Elaine Arden Cali Dr. Jim T. Willerson Cyvia & Melvyn Wolff Daisy S. Wong / JCorp Lorraine & Ed Wulfe

Conductor’s Circle, Silver Baton $7,500 - $9,999 Mr. William L. Ackerman, Kero-Jet Corporation Mrs. Bonnie Bauer Mr. & Mrs. David J. Beck Mr. & Dr. Karl-Heinz Becker

Mr. & Mrs. Charles G. Black III Dr. & Mrs. Meherwan P. Boyce Ruth White Brodsky Lilia Khakimova & C. Robert Bunch

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Houston Symphony Donors Mr. Andrew Davis & Ms. Corey Tu J.R. & Aline Deming Judge & Mrs. Harold R. DeMoss Jr. Ms. Darlene Clark & Mr. Edwin C. Friedrichs Jennifer & Joshua Gravenor Mr. & Mrs. Jerry L. Hamaker Mr. & Mrs. Frank Herzog Mr. Jackson Hicks Brian & Catherine James

Mr. & Mrs. Gordon Leighton Dr. & Mrs. Paul M. Mann David & Heidi Massin Dr. & Mrs. Robert M. Mihalo Dr. Cameron Mitchell Rita & Paul Morico Mr. & Mrs. Robert E. Nelson Mr. & Mrs. Jonathan E. Parker Radoff Family

Mr. & Mrs. Perry Radoff Mr. Glen A. Rosenbaum Mr. & Mrs. Manolo Sánchez Carol & Michael Stamatedes Mr. & Mrs. Antonio M. Szabo Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Truscott

Conductor’s Circle, Bronze Baton $5,000 - $7,499 Mr. & Mrs. Samuel Abraham Mrs. Nancy C. Allen Mr. & Mrs. Adam Altsuler Christine Smith & Ben Andrews Dr. & Mrs. Jeffrey B. Aron Mr. & Mrs. Ed Banner Anne Morgan Barrett Beth & Jim Barton Mr. & Mrs. Paul M. Basinski Mrs. Mercedes T. Bass Mr. & Mrs. Peter M. Boesel Mr. & Mrs. Michael E. Bowman Todd & JoAnna Brooks Mr. Ken D. Brownlee & Ms. Caroline Deetjen Dr. & Mrs. William T. Butler Dougal & Cathy Cameron Marilyn Caplovitz Rhona & Bruce Caress Mrs. Lily Carrigan Mr. & Mrs. W. T. Carter IV Mr. & Mrs. Thierry Caruso Mr. & Mrs. Donald Childress William J. Clayton & Margaret A. Hughes Mr. William E. Colburn Coneway Family Foundation Mr. & Mrs. Byron Cooley Mr. & Mrs. Larry Corbin Lois & David Coyle Mr. & Mrs. James W. Crownover Dr. Ronald DePinho & Dr. Lynda Chin Janie & Carr Dishroon Mr. & Mrs. Cornelius Dupre’ II Connie & Byron Dyer Mrs. Jane Egner Mr. William P. Elbel & Ms. Mary J. Schroeder Mr. Stephen Elison Mr. Parrish N. Erwin Jr. Ms. Carolyn Faulk Mr. & Mrs. Tom Fitzpatrick Mr. & Mrs. Henry S. Florsheim Mr. & Mrs. Peter Fluor Eugene Fong Mr. & Mrs. Michael S. Francisco Mr. Shane T. Frank Mr. & Mrs. C. K. Garland Mr. & Mrs. Harry Gendel Wm. David George, Ph.D. Dorothy & Bill Grieves Mr. & Mrs. Stanley Haas Dr. & Mrs. Carlos R. Hamilton Jr. Kathleen & Dick Hayes Mr. & Mrs. Edd C. Hendee Mr. & Mrs. R. O. Hunton Mr. & Mrs. Matt Hurley Stephen Jeu & Susanna Calvo Mr. & Mrs. John F. Joity Debbie & Frank Jones Catherine & Andrew Kaldis Mr. & Ms. Dan Kellogg 52

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Mary Louis Kister Dr. Milton & Gail Danziger Klein, in memory of Renée & Benjamin Danziger William & Cynthia Koch Mr. & Mrs. John P. Kotts Willy Kuehn Mr. & Mrs. Marc Laird Ms. Lynne Lipsitz Mr. William McDugald Terry & Kandee McGill Mr. & Mrs. J. Douglas McMurrey Jr. Mr. & Mrs. William B. McNamara Alice McPherson, M.D. Ginni & Richard Mithoff Mr. & Mrs. William Monteleone Jr. Ms. Elizabeth Montz Mr. & Mrs. Harvin Moore IV Sidney & Ione Moran Sami & Jud Morrison Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Moynier Richard & Juliet Moynihan Mr. & Mrs. Tyler Murphy David G. Nussman Rochelle & Sheldon Oster Michael & Shirley Pearson Mr. Doug D. Perley & Ms. Eileen M. Campbell Mr. Robert J. Pilegge Tim & Katherine Pownell Jean & Allan Quiat Mr. & Mrs. T.R. Reckling III Vicky & Michael Richker Mr. & Mrs. Claud D. Riddles Mr. & Mrs. George A. Rizzo Jr. Mr. Robert T. Sakowitz Dr. & Mrs. Barry Samuels Carol & Kamal Sandarusi Mrs. Richard P. Schissler Jr. Mr. Wolfgang Schmidt & Ms. Angelika Schmidt-Lange Dr. Susan Gardner & Dr. Philip Scott Mr. & Mrs. Rufus S. Scott Mr. & Mrs. Mark L. Shidler Mr. & Mrs. William T. Slick Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Mark R. Smith Mr. David Stanard & Ms. Beth Freeman Dr. John R. Stroehlein & Miwa Sakashita Mr. & Mrs. Hans Strohmer Ann Trammell Jeanine Van Wagenen Ms. Maria Cecilia Vasconcellos Ms. Barbara Williams Ms. Jennifer R. Wittman Woodell Family Foundation Sally & Denney Wright Mr. & Mrs. David Wynne Robert & Michele Yekovich Edith & Robert Zinn Erla & Harry Zuber Anonymous (2)

Grand Patron’s Circle $2,500 - $4,999

Dr. & Mrs. George J. Abdo Gerhard & Birgit Adenacker Mr. & Mrs. Roy Allice Dr. Angela R. Apollo John Arnsparger & Susan Weingarten Drs. Henry & Louise Bethea Mrs. Pat Biddle & Mr. Ron Kahl Mrs. Ann M. Bixby Mr. John Blaisdell Mr. & Mrs. Myron G. Blalock III Mr. & Mrs. John F. Bookout III Mr. & Mrs. Murry Bowden James & Judy Bozeman Ting & John Bresnahan Mrs. Catherine Campbell Brock & Dr. Gary Brock Pamela Brylski Dr. & Mrs. Fred Buckwold Mr. & Mrs. Bruce G. Buhler Nicole & Rueben Cásarez Margot & John Cater Dr. Robert N. Chanon Mr. & Mrs. Allen Clamen Mr. & Mrs. Joseph A. Cleary Jr. Dr. & Mrs. Gary M. Coleman Ms. Miquel A. Correll Mr. & Mrs. Joffre J. Cross II Mr. & Mrs. John Crum Mandy & Rafael Diaz Mr. & Mrs. Mark Diehl Amanda & Adam Dinitz Mr. & Mrs. Michael Doherty Ms. Susanna Dokupil David & Carolyn Edgar Mr. & Mrs. J. Thomas Eubank Christine Falgout - Island Operating Co., Inc. Kimberly Falgout - Island Operating Co., Inc. Mr. & Mrs. Nijad I. Fares Carolyn Grant Fay Ms. Ursula H. Felmet Jerry E. & Nanette B. Finger Mrs. Ronald Fischer Katie Flaherty Courtney Fretz Thomas & Patricia Geddy Robert Lee Gomez Mr. & Mrs. Herb Goodman Mr. Danny A. Granados Dr. & Mrs. Eric J. Haufrect Ms. Christine Heggeseth Mark & Ragna Henrichs Miss Maureen Y. Higdon Ann & Joe Hightower Mr. & Mrs. Scott Hildebrandt Mr. Ronald Holley & Dr. Natasha Holley Mr. & Mrs. Rocky Holmes Mr. & Mrs. John Hrncir Mark & Marilyn Hughes Dr. & Mrs. Joseph Jankovic Mrs. Ann B. Jennings Jessica Q. Johnston Mr. & Mrs. John Juneau Mr. & Mrs. Jason T. Klein Mr. & Mrs. Chris Laporte Mr. Edward T. Lee Kimberly Lucas Mr. & Mrs. Michael McGuire Will L. McLendon Mr. & Mrs. Arnold M. Miller Julia & Chris Morton Newman/Strug/Wadler families in honor of Ida & Irving Wadler Mr. & Mrs. Travis Nichols

Houston Symphony Donors Mr. Kevin Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Gorman Mr. & Mrs. Patrick W. Olfers Toni Oplt & Ed Schneider Mr. David Peavy & Mr. Stephen McCauley Mr. & Mrs. Stephen D. Pryor Darla & Chip Purchase Mr. & Mrs. Cris Pye Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey S. Rawson Ed & Janet Rinehart Allyn & Jill Risley Alexander Robart Katelyn Bracksieck & Christopher Robart Mr. & Mrs. James L. Robertson Doug Williams & Janice Robertson Ms. Regina J. Rogers Drs. Alex & Lynn Rosas Mr. & Mrs. Bryan Ruez Mr. & Mrs. Yasuhiko Saitoh Mr. & Mrs. Saib Saour Lori & Phillip Sarofim Paulina Sergot & Theo Shybut Hinda Simon Mr. Brinton Averil Smith & Ms. Evelyn Chen Ellie & Eric Smith Mr. & Mrs. Richard Spies Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Standish Dr. Walter Stanford Georgiana Stanley Kimberly & David Sterling Ishwaria & Vivek Subbiah Mrs. Mary Swafford Mr. & Mrs. Garry Tanner Dr. & Mrs. Van W. Teeters Candace & Brian Thomas Jean & Doug Thomas Ms. Jana Vander Lee Dean B. Walker Mr. & Mrs. Douglas Walt Mr. Danny Ward & Ms. Nancy Ames Mr. Thomas Warden & Ms. Becky Cottrell Mr. Clinton Wetmore Dr. Robert Wilkins & Dr. Mary Ann Reynolds Wilkins Mr. Jim P. Wise Ms. Beth Wolff Gerlind & Jerry S. Wolinksy David & Tara Wuthrich Mr. & Mrs. Frank Yonish Anonymous (3)

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Ms. Sofia Adrogue & Mr. Sten Gustafson Joan & Stanford Alexander Dr. Genevera Allen Pat & John Anderson Carol Ann & Bill Anderson Lindley & Jason Arnoldy Mr. & Mrs. Sandy P. Aron Dr. & Mrs. Roy Aruffo Mr. Jeff Autor Ann & Jonathan Ayre Cristina & Tanner Bailey Mr. & Mrs. E. William Barnett Dr. & Mrs. Robert C. Bast Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Lloyd M. Bentsen III Ms. Nancy H. Bihlmaier Jeb & Cynthia Blackwell Mr. & Mrs. Chad Blaine Mr. Jay Blinderman George & Florence Boerger Mr. & Mrs. Thomas J. Bolam Meg Boulware & Hartley Hampton / Boulware & Valoir Mrs. Linda K. Brahaney Katherine M. Briggs Mr. Chester Brooke & Dr. Nancy Poindexter Divya & Chris Brown Hon. Peter H. Brown Mr. & Mrs. Raul Caffesse Jeff Caley Mrs. Charles Callery Louise Carlson & Richard Larrabee Mrs. Mary Ann Carrico Mr. & Mrs. Gerald F. Clark Mr. & Mrs. Robert L. Clarke Jim R. & Lynn Coe Mr. John P. Cogan Jr.

Mr. Mark C. Conrad Crystal & Mike Cox Mr. & Mrs. Rene Degreve Dr. & Ms. Peter J. Dempsey Ms. Aurelie Desmarais & Mr. Ed Struzynski Mike & Debra Dishberger Ms. Victoria E. Dominguez Robert J. Doyle Drs. Rosalind & Gary Dworkin Mr. & Mrs. Edward N. Earle Evin Ashley Erdowdu Annette & Knut Eriksen Terry Everett & Eric Cheyney Paula & Louis Faillace Mr. & Mrs. Bruce Ference Mr. & Mrs. Harvey O. Fleisher Elizabeth & Ralph Frankowski Dr. & Mrs. Robert H. Fusillo Rauli & Danna Garcia Mr. & Mrs. Neil Gaynor Ms. Lucy Gebhart Mr. & Mrs. John Gee Joan M. Giese Michael A. Gonser Dr. & Mrs. Bradford S. Goodwin Jr. Kathy & Martyn Goossen Alexandra & Daniel Gottschalk Timothy & Janet Graham Joyce Z. Greenberg Mr. & Mrs. Charles H. Gregory Mr. & Mrs. Steve K. Grimsley Claudio Gutierrez Eric & Angelea Halen Mrs. Thalia Halen Mr. & Mrs. Dwight Hasler Mr. & Mrs. Houston Haymon John Heiny Mr. & Mrs. William T. Heller IV Jeannette & Brodrick Hill Dr. Volker Hirsinger Dr. Suzanne M. Hite Mr. Robert Hoff Mr. Stanley Hoffberger Mr. & Mrs. John Homier Dr. Matthew Horsfield & Dr. Michael Kauth Mr. Frank Huang Mr. Burdette Huffman Mr. & Mrs. Robert Humphries Jay Jackson & Barbara Waugh Kathleen & James Jennings / BeautyNow Stacy & Jason Johnson Kurt Johnson & Colleen Matheu Mr. Robert E. Johnson & Ms. Ariella Perlman Mr. & Mrs. Steve Johnson Ms. Sheila K. Johnstone Mr. & Mrs. Thorro Jones Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Kades Mr. Kendall R. Kessel & Mr. Harlan Johnson Ms. Carla Knobloch Lucy & Victor Kormeier Ann & Sam Koster Mrs. Samantha Kramr Jane & Kevin Kremer Mr. Marc E. Laborde Ms. Joni Hartgraves Latimer John & Suzy Lattin Mr. & Mrs. Robert Leonard Seth & Karen Lerner Mr. William W. Lindley James C. Lindsey Mr. & Mrs. H. Arthur Littell Dr. & Mrs. James R. Lloyd Ms. Sylvia Lohkamp Mr. Paul F. Longstreth & Ms. Marilyn Maloney Mr. & Mrs. Bob J. Lunn Ms. Sue Ann Lurcott Barbara J. Manering Mr. & Mrs. Frank Marx Catherine & Matt Matthews Mr. William L. Maynard Georgia Braun McBride Linda & Jim McCartney Brian McCulloch & Jeremy Garcia Kristen & Steve McDaniel Mr. & Mrs. Lance McKnight Mr. & Mrs. D. Bradley McWilliams

Young Associates Council Young Associate, Premium $2,500 or more James M. Bell David Chambers & Alex Steffler Valerie Palmquist Dieterich & Tracy Dieterich Jennifer & Steve Dolman Katie Flaherty Jennifer & Joshua Gravenor Will Hailey - Norton Rose Fulbright Sami & Jud Morrison Melissa L. Nance Toni Oplt & Ed Schneider Alexander Robart Christopher Robart & Katelyn Bracksieck Seth Williams Young Associate $1,500 - $2,499 Dr. Genevera Allen Lindley & Jason Arnoldy Ann & Jonathan Ayre Cristina & Tanner Bailey William & Laura Black Ting & John Bresnahan Divya & Chris Brown Pamela Brylski Jeff Caley Audrey & Brandon Cochran Mike Cox Mandy & Rafael Diaz Amanda & Adam Dinitz Evin Ashley Erdowdu Terry Everett & Eric Cheyney Christine Falgout Island Operating Co., Inc. Kimberly Falgout Island Operating Co., Inc.

Mark Folkes & Christopher Johnston Courtney Fretz Rauli & Danna Garcia Michael A. Gonser Alexandra & Daniel Gottschalk Claudio Gutierrez Ms. Mandi Hunsicker-Sallee Monica & Burdette Huffman Kathleen & James Jennings / BeautyNow Kurt Johnson & Colleen Matheu Stacy & Jason Johnson Jessica Q. Johnston Mackenzie Kemp Mr. Kendall Kessel & Mr. Harlan Johnson Gerrit Leeftink Catherine & Matt Matthews Brian McCulloch & Jeremy Garcia Kristen & Steve McDaniel Cara & Tanner Moran Brooke & Nathaniel Richards Ahmed Saleh Paulina Sergot & Theo Shybut Justin & Caroline Simons Steve & Judy Sohn Molly Simpson & Jeffrey Miles Erin & James Stewart Ishwaria & Vivek Subbiah Carol Tai Glenn Taylor Rachael & Jason Volz A Fare Extraordinaire The Young Associates Council is supported in part by Bank of America.

For more information, please contact Molly Simpson, Director, Major Gifts at (713) 337-8526. Mr. Ronald A. Mikita & Mr. Rex Spikes Mr. & Mrs. John C. Molloy Mr. & Mrs. Thomas L. Molloy Cara & Tanner Moran Mrs. Alette K. Morch Amanda & Justin Morton Mary Beth Mosley Mr. & Mrs. Marvin Mueller Melissa L. Nance Mr. & Mrs. Geoffrey B. Newton Ms. Khanh Nguyen Mr. Reymundo Ocanas & Mr. Orlando Manzo-Ocanas Mr. & Mrs. John Oehler Steve & Sue Olson Jane & Kenneth Owen Mr. & Mrs. Robert Page Mr. & Mrs. Jonathan Palmer Ms. Martha Palmer Christine & Robert Pastorek Mr. & Mrs. Raul Pavon Mr. & Mrs. Walter Peterson Mr. & Mrs. Bob G. Phillips Ms. Linda Posey Mr. & Mrs. David Pursell Dr. & Mrs. Henry H. Rachford Jr. Clinton & Leigh Rappole Ms. Natalia Rawle Brooke & Nathaniel Richards Beth Robertson Mr. Floyd W. Robinson Kent Rutter & David Baumann Mr. & Mrs. John Ryder Ahmed Saleh Dr. & Mrs. David Sapire Mr. & Mrs. Raymond E. Sawaya Mr. Lawrence Schanzmeyer H. Irving Schweppe Jr., M.D.

Mr. Victor E. Serrato Art & Ellen Shelton Justin & Caroline Simons Mr. Geoff Simpson Molly Simpson & Jeffrey Miles Mr. David Siverling Louis H. Skidmore Jr. Barbara & Louis Sklar Dr. & Mrs. John Slater Mr. Hilary Smith & Ms. Lijda Vellekoop Steve & Judy Sohn Ms. Kelly Somoza Mark Stadnyk Mrs. Jeaneen Stastny Karen & Bruce Steffler Mr. & Mrs. James R. Stevens Erin & James Stewart Cassie B. Stinson & Dr. R. Barry Holtz Jack & Karen Stopnicki Dr. Navin Subramanian & Dr. Melissa Dupree Dr. & Mrs. David Sufian Mr. Clifford A. Swanlund Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Adam Szczepanski Mr. & Mrs. Alan Taghdisi Carol Tai Glenn Taylor Eric & Carol Timmreck Mrs. Glenda C. Toole Mr. & Mrs. Duane Utecht Susan J. & Gary W. Valka Mr. & Mrs. Donn K. Van Arsdall Dr. & Mrs. Gage Van Horn Mr. & Mrs. William A. Van Wie Rachael & Jason Volz / A Fare Extraordinaire Mr. H. Richard Walton Mr. & Mrs. Brad Wander

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Houston Symphony Donors General & Mrs. Jasper Welch Ms. Joann E. Welton Mr. & Mrs. Eden N. Wenig Mrs. Deanne White Gene & Sandra Williams Loretta & Lawrence Williams Ms. Ellen A. Yarrell Mr. & Mrs. Charles Zabriskie Anonymous (5)

Director $1,000 - $1,499

Tara Maria Amavi Marcia & Ed Ambs Dr. Hesham M. Amin & Dr. Lara Ferrario Mr. & Mrs. Greg Anderson Mr. William J. Anderson Ms. Anna Arispe & Mr. John Reger Paul H. & Maida M. Asofsky Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Axelrod Mr. & Mrs. David M. Balderston Trace Trahan Bannerman Ms. Deborah S. Bautch & Ms. Mary Lavender Dr. & Mrs. Arthur L. Beaudet Eldo Bergman, Family Literacy Network Mr. & Mrs. Philippe Berteaud Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Bickel Dr. Joan Hacken Bitar Mr. & Mrs. Peter Bowden Bob Frank Boydston Joe Brazzatti Anne H. Bushman Mr. & Mrs. Brady F. Carruth Mr. & Mrs. Kent Chenevert Mrs. Victoria Chin Dr. & Mrs. Gary Clark Ms. Kay Hanson-Clerc Dr. & Mrs. Alfred C. Coats Dr. & Mrs. Martin Cohen Donna M. Collins Ms. Megan Conley Mr. & Mrs. Ray Cook Joe & Nancy Crabb The Honorable & Mrs. William C. Crassas Mr. & Mrs. John F. Crawford Ms. Marsha K. Crawford Mr. & Mrs. T. N. Crook Mr. & Mrs. David Crowley Mr. & Mrs. James D. Dannenbaum Brian & Leah Del Signore James R. Denton Mr. & Mrs. E. E. Deschner Ms. Elisabeth DeWitts Charles Dishman Mr. Michael Dooley Mr. & Mrs. James P. Dorn Mr. John F. Dorn Mr. & Mrs. Larry Dundee Egon & Elisa Durban Mrs. William H. Dwyer III Mr. Paul Ehrsam Mrs. Fredell Lack Eichhorn Mr. & Mrs. Jack Ellis Hon. & Mrs. John D. Ellis Jenny & Wendell Erwin, M.D. Ms. Caroline Fant Mr. & Mrs. Tilman J. Fertitta Dale & Anne Fitz Michelle & Deane Foss Mr. & Mrs. Christopher Frautschi Mr. & Mrs. James E. Furr Mr. Colin C. Gatwood & Ms. Aralee Dorough L. Rusty Goetz Helen B. Wils & Leonard Goldstein Dr. John Gomez & Dr. Cora Mihu Ms. Shelley Gorson Kendall & Pauline Gray Mrs. Adriana Greene Dennis Griffith & Louise Richman Mr. & Mrs. Paul Hanson Dr. & Mrs. William S. Harwell Mr. & Mrs. Roy Haun Mr. & Mrs. Frank L. Heard Jr. Mr. John Heghinian & Ms. Isabelle Bedrosian Dr. & Mrs. William C. Heird Terry L. & Karen G. Henderson

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Mr. & Mrs. Matt Hennessy Mr. & Mrs. Donald Herron Dr. Holly Holmes & Mr. Paul Otremba Mr. John Horstman Mr. & Mrs. John Horstman George E. Howe Ms. Mandi Hunsicker-Sallee Mr. & Mrs. Paul M. Janicke Arlene J. Johnson Mr. & Mrs. Steve Jones Dr. & Mrs. Robert E. Jordon Mr. & Mrs. Harvey Katz Ms. Carolyn C. Keeble Lynda & Frank Kelly Ann Kennedy & Geoffrey Walker Kathryn & James Ketelsen Mr. & Mrs. David Key Mr. & Mrs. J.C. Kneale Deborah Kosich Dr. Daniel Lemke Dr. & Mrs. Morton Leonard Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Earl L. Lester Jr. Velva G. & H. Fred Levine Priscilla L. List Dr. & Mrs. Kelly B. Lobley Mr. & Mrs. Alberto Lozano Mr. & Mrs. Stephen A. Lubanko Kathleen & Tom Mach Mr. & Mrs. David K. Martin Laurence McCullough & Linda Jean Quintanilla Dr. A. McDermott & Dr. A. Glasser Mr. Andrew McKinney Dr. & Mrs. G. Walter McReynolds Ernie & Martha McWilliams Dr. Gabriel E. Mena Ms. Susan D. Menke Ellen Ochoa & Coe Miles Mr. & Mrs. Thomas J. Mireles Mr. & Mrs. James Moore Mr. & Mrs. William Morgan Mr. & Mrs. Keith Mosing Mr. & Mrs. Richard Murphy Daniel & Karol Musher Musicians of the Houston Symphony Inc. Mr. & Mrs. Timothy J. Neumann Leslie & John Niemand Mr. & Mrs. Anthony J. Nocella Ms. Kathryn Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien Mr. Edgar J. Ortiz Valerie J. Sherlock Mr. & Mrs. James D. Penny Peter & Nina Peropoulos Grace & Carroll Phillips Ms. Debra Phillips Mr. & Mrs. Sam Philpot Mrs. Dana Puddy Patrick T. Quinn Mr. & Mrs. William B. Rawl Mr. Cameron Ray Mr. & Mrs. Clayton Reasor Mr. & Mrs. Michael A. Reeves Mr. & Mrs. Hank & Karen Rennar Ms. Ann Rhoads Mr. James L. Robertson Mr. Brian Rodgers Mrs. Evie Ronald Jill & Milt Rose Mr. & Mrs. Paul A. Ross Brenda & Mansel Rubenstein Mr. & Mrs. Gregory M. Ruffing Harold H. Sandstead, M.D. Mrs. Holly Sansing Mr. & Mrs. Michael Scheurich Mr. & Mrs. Gary Schiefelbein Beth & Lee D. Schlanger Ms. Sally Schott Donna Scott Marcia & Victor Shainock Mr. & Mrs. Steve B. Sims Mr. & Mrs. Lance Smith Dean & Kay Snider Mr. Charles E. Soderstrom Dr. & Mrs. C. Richard Stasney Richard P. Steele & Mary J. McKerall Joyce Steensrud Mr. & Mrs. Michael Stelling Mr. & Mrs. Aaron Streett Skipper & Betsy Strong Ms. Jeanine Swift Mr. & Mrs. Albert S. Tabor Jr.

Mr. Jim Teague & Ms. Jane DiPaolo Mr. & Mrs. Gary Teletzke Stephen A. Tew, M.D. Jacob & Elizabeth Thomas Mr. Jim Thompson Mr. & Mrs. Dale M. Tingleaf Mr. Gerard Trione Mr. & Mrs. Timothy J. Unger Milton L. Wagner Betty & Bill Walker Mr. & Mrs. James A. Watt Mark Wawro & Melanie Gray Dr. & Mrs. Richard T. Weiss Ms. Bryony Jane Welsh Mr. Brian K. Westfall Ms. Sara E. White Ms. Tracy Wilkerson Charline & Bill Wilkins Mr. & Mrs. Haresh Yalamanchili Jenny & Chris Yarrow Ms. Alexandra Yates Mrs. Mary. V. Young Katherine & Mark Yzaguirre Mr. & Mrs. Stuart Zarrow Mr. & Mrs. Edward R. Ziegler Anonymous (7)

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Mr. & Mrs. W. Kendall Adam William & Nancy Akers Mr. & Mrs. Michael Alexander Mr. Robert J. Alexander & Ms. Becky A. Stemper Mrs. Ramona Alms Ms. Joan Ambrogi Ms. Sally S. Andrews & Mr. James Nelson Les & Barbara Antalffy Mr. & Mrs. Richard M. Armes Mr. & Mrs. R. Corbin Aslakson Dr. Saul & Ursula Balagura Mr. & Mrs. Carlos Barbieri Mr. & Mrs. Allen Barnhill Mr. A. Greer Barriault & Ms. Clarruth A. Seaton Mr. Walter F. Bell Mr. & Mrs. Frank R. Benton Mrs. Robert L. Berge Anne & Edward Bornet James & Dale Brannon Sally & Carl Brassow Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Brougher Sally & Laurence Brown Mr. Eric Brueggeman Mrs. Shirley Burgher Ms. Valeria Burguieres Cheryl & Sam Byington Dr. Maria Calcina Virginia & William Camfield Mr. & Mrs. J. Scott Campbell Mr. & Mrs. Joseph L. Campbell Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Rod Canion Marjorie H. Capshaw Dorothy E.F. Caram, Ed.D Phil & Michele Carey Mr. & Mrs. E. Thomas Chaney Honorable Theresa Chang & Dr. Peter Chang Mr. & Mrs. John Clarke Ms. Carrie Colbert Otis & Sherida Coney Mr. George Connelly P.C. Mr. & Mrs. Bob Cook Mr. H. Talbot Cooley Mr. & Mrs. Sam Cooper Mr. Calvin Crossley Mr. & Mrs. Timothy J. Crull Mr. Larry Cullen Mrs. Rochelle Cyprus Dr. Lida S. Dahm Mr. Musa Dakri Mr. & Mrs. Steven Dalicandro Mr. Arthur Davies Mr. Darryl de Mello Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Devany Mr. Jeff Dodson Mr. & Mrs. Jack N. Doherty Leland A. Dolan Karen M. Doolittle Ms. Emma Dunch &

Ms. Elizabeth Scott Mrs. Deborah Dunkum Ruth W. Ereli Mr. & Mrs. Robert L. Erwin Robert & Susan Estill Lee & Christie Eubanks Mr. & Mrs. Robert M. Eury Kay & Sam Feldt Mr. & Mrs. Michael D. Fertitta Mr. & Mrs. Trent Foltz Mr. & Mrs. Cecil Fong Mr. & Mrs. David Fortner Ms. Diane L. Freeman Mr. Phillip Freeman & Ms. Brandy Skillern Bill & Diana Freeman Ms. Lee Friedman Mr. Donn C. Fullenweider Mr. & Mrs. Terry W. Fussell Mr. & Mrs. Lynn Garner Mr. & Mrs. Monty Garner Mr. Bernardo Garza Mr. & Mrs. Gibson Gayle Jr. Ms. Margaret Wendy Germani Gary & Marion Glober Mr. & Mrs. David Glodt Mrs. Barbara Goedecke Mr. Irving L. Gold, M.D.P.A. Mr. & Mrs. Robert Gonzalez Mr. Bert & Patricia Gordon Dr. Harvey L. Gordon Mr. Garrett Graham Mr. David M. Gray Jr. & Ms. Mary A. Pearce Mr. Gerald Greiner Mr. Erik T. Gronfor & Ms. Joan DerHovsepian Mr. & Mrs. Weilai Gu Mr. & Mrs. David Guenther Mr. & Mrs. Jay Guerrero Mr. & Mrs. Brent W. Gwaltney Dr. Teruhiko Hagiwara Gaye & Dennis Halpin Mr. & Mrs. Ron Hammonds Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Harbachick Michael D. Hardin Bruce Harkness & Alice Brown Thomas F. & Catherine Mary Hastings Sheila & Isaac Heimbinder Mr. & Mrs. James P. Hennessy Dean & Beth Hennings Ms. Leslie Herald Mr. & Mrs. David Hergert Hope Hernandez Mr. & Mrs. Robert P. Herrmann Mr. & Mrs. W. Grady Hicks Susan Hodge Hoffman Insurance Group Mr. Robert Hogan Mr. Todd Holowisky Patricia P. Hubbard Mr. & Mrs. Ronald M. Huebsch Dr.Vicki Huff & Dr. Eric Boerwinkle Mr. & Mrs. Dean Huffman Mr. & Mrs. Mark Hull Mr. Craig Ignacio Mr. & Mrs. M. R. Isak Mr. & Mrs. George C. John Ms. Karen Jones Mr. Raymond Jones Mr. & Mrs. Craig M. Kercho Louise & Sherwin Kershman Mr. Robin Kesselman Mr. Bill Kiker Dr. & Mrs. James Killian Nora J. Klein, M.D. Mr. Curtis Knobbe Mr. & Mrs. William H. Knull III Steve Dukes & Nobuhide Kobori Dr. & Mrs. Michael F. Koehl Ms. Leticia Konigsberg & Mr. Michael Olson Dr. & Mrs. James H. Krause Mr. Dennis Kroeger Suzanne A. & Dan D. Kubin Mr. Vijay Kusnoor Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey Lack Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth M. Landgren Mr. & Mrs. Joel J. Landis Mr. & Mrs. Dennis Laraway Mr. & Mrs. Ryan LaRue

Houston Symphony Donors Mr. Alfred Lasher III Ms. Mary Leba Mr. Robert Leech Mr. & Mrs. Thomas LeGrand Mr. & Mrs. William C. Lemmer Ms. Megan Light Ms. Joyce Lindler Mr. Daniel J. Linscomb Cynthia & Richard Loewenstern Mr. & Mrs. Richard Lucas Mr. & Mrs. Peter MacGregor Mr. Patrick Manning Mrs. Mariquita Masterson Mr. & Mrs. Alexander Matiuk Mr. & Mrs. Mark Matovich Mr. R. Scott McCay Ms. Judi A. McGee Mr. George McKee Mr. & Mrs. Lawrence McManus Mr. Thomas J. McNulty Mr. & Mrs. R. Talley Melton Ms. Maria Carolina Mendoza Mr. Russell J. Miller & Mrs. Charlotte M. Meyer Mr. & Mrs. Herbert G. Mills Mr. & Mrs. Robert M. Mitchum Jr. Melissa & Michael Mithoff Ms. Marsha L. Montemayor Ms. Joan B. Murphy Alan & Elaine Mut Ms. Jennifer Naae Mr. Cliff Nash & Dr. Lee Bar-Eli Ms. Sheila Neylon Ms. Amy Ng Ms. Charlene B. Nix Mary & Don North Mr. & Mrs. Ralph S. O’Connor Mr. C. Odom Mr. & Mrs. Albert Ong Drs. M. & V. Orocofsky Mr. & Mrs. Robert Orr Mr. & Mrs. Enrique Ospina

Julie & Chip Oudin Ms. Dianne Padgett Mr. & Mrs. Marc C. Paige Linda Popkin-Paine & Stephen Paine Paul E. Pardaen Dr. Corita B. Parker-Dubose & Dr. Ralph Dubose Prof. & Mrs. Jordan Paust Mr. & Mrs. Philip Peacock Mr. Miguel A. Pedroza Dr. & Mrs. Joseph V. Penn Ed & Heidi Perkins Mr. James D. Pitcock Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Ben H. Powell Kim & Ted A. Powell Mr. Thomas Power Mr. Mike Prichard Mr. & Mrs. David Pustka Mr. & Mrs. J. E. Pybus Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Elias Qumsieh Mr. Randy Ramdass Mr. & Mrs. Paul Ramirez Mr. Eric Rechlin Mr. & Mrs. Dwain Reeves Lynne & Allan Reich Mr. Manuel Rodriguez Ms. Emily L. Rogacion Ms. Carolyn Rogan Mr. & Mrs. Keith A. Rogers Mr. Autry W. Ross Mr. & Mrs. Scott Rothwell Mr. & Mrs. Bruce Ruisard John & Zhanna Russo Ramon & Chula Sanchez Mr. & Mrs. Carl W. Sandlin Mr. & Mrs. Ross Saunders Ms. Cindy Scanland Ms. Janet Schaumburg Mr. & Mrs. W. Russell Scheirman Mr. & Mrs. Raymond Scheliga Mr. Martin Schleuse Mr. & Mrs. Charles Schneider III

Jurgen Schroder Drs. Helene & Robert Schwartz Charles & Andrea Seay Mr. & Mrs. Dylan Seff Mr. Blake Segura Vance & Jane Senter Ms. Elizabeth Shack Mr. & Mrs. Paul Shack Becky Shaw Mrs. Lorie Sheffey Dr. Lynne F. Shepard Mr. & Mrs. David K. Smith John L. Snyder Sherry Snyder Mr. & Mrs. Alan Stein Mr. & Mrs. Donald K. Steinman Mr. & Mrs. Gary Stenerson Mr. Paul Stewart Mr. Roger Suter & Ms. Lakessia Fry Amy Sutton & Gary Chiles Mr. & Mrs. Eric Swanson Dr. Jeffrey Sweterlitsch Dr. & Mrs. James Tang Dr. Shahin Tavackoli Mr. Kerry Taylor Mr. & Mrs. David K. Terry Ms. Betsy Mims & Mr. Howard D. Thames Mrs. Alisa Thomads Mr. & Mrs. Garrett Thompson Mrs. Roy A. Thornock Mr. & Mrs. Matthew Thornton Ann & Gerald Thurmond Richard V. Tobin Linda Townsend Mr. & Mrs. Robert B. Trainer Jr. Mr. James Trippett Ms. Janae Tsai Dr. & Mrs. Douglas Tsuchida Dr. & Mrs. Brad Urquhart Ms. Patricia Van Allan Mr. & Mrs. David Vannauker

Mr. Chief Veith Mrs. Mary Voigt Pieter & Janet Vrancken Ms. Elise Wagner Mr. & Mrs. John B. Wallace Sandria Ward Alton & Carolyn Warren Terence & Kathryn Washington Mr. Frank Watson Ms. Virginia S. Watt Mr. & Mrs. Larry Weis Buford & Julia Wells Ms. Amy E. Whitaker Mr. & Mrs. Bradley White Dr. & Mrs. Robert E. White Grace Picton Wise Shelley Wisner Dr. Dorothy Wong Ms. Susan G. Wood Marvin & Terry Woskow Family Fund Drs. Randall & Crystal Wright Mr. Michael Wynhoff Mrs. Traci Young Mr. & Mrs. Frederick C. Zerke Ms. Susan Zollers Mr. Ausonio Zubiani & Ms. Joan Straub Mr. & Mrs. John Zuklic Anonymous (16) The Houston Symphony would like to thank the 4381 donors who gave up to $499 over the past year. As of February 1, 2016 To note any errors or omissions, please call Darryl de Mello, Director, Annual Fund at (713) 337-8529.

VINTAge virtuoso Every year, Spec’s Charitable Foundation invites members of the wine and liquor industry to come together for an event to benefit the Houston Symphony’s Education and Community Programming. The event has grown from dozens of people to dozens of companies coming together to support the Symphony with representatives bringing products for all to taste and share. This year’s event was held on Wednesday, December 9, 2015. The Houston Symphony and Spec’s Charitable Foundation thank all of the donors to this event. Platinum Glazers Republic National Distributing Company Gold Beam Suntory Bacardi USA Brown Forman Diageo Pernod Ricard Proximo Silver E&J Gallo Winery The Wine Group William Grant & Sons Zonin USA

Bronze Anchor Distilling Co. Anheuser-Busch/Silver Eagle Banfi Bank of America Merrill Lynch Campari Classified Wines/Blue Ventures Constellation Brands Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits Excelsior Favorite Brands Freixenet USA Ben E. Keith Mexcor Moët Hennessy USA Serralles USA Ste Michelle Wine Estates Terlato Wines International

Tito’s Handmade Vodka The Patron Spirits Company Truno Villa San-Juliette Underwriters Alexander Valley Vineyards Cline Cellars & Jacuzzi Family Vineyards Freixenet USA Harco Insurance Services Luxco McCormick Distilling Never Too Hungover Pernod Ricard US Foods

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Houston Symphony POPS Donors Ima Hogg Society $150,000 or More Mr. George P. Mitchell Sybil F. Roos Mr. & Mrs. Jim R. Smith Founder’s Society $75,000 - $99,000 Darlene & Cappy Bisso Maestro’s Society $50,000 -$74,999 Mr. & Mrs. Edward F. Blackburne Jr. Mr. & Mrs. William K. Robbins Jr. / The Robbins Foundation Ms. Judith Vincent Concertmaster’s Society $25,000 - $49,999 Mr. Ralph Burch Jo Lynn & Gregg Falgout / Island Operating Company Allen & Almira Gelwick Lockton Companies Susan & Dick Hansen Mr. & Mrs. U. J. LeGrange John & Bobbie Nau Mr. & Mrs. C. Clifford Wright Jr. Conductor’s Circle, Platinum $15,000 - $24,999 Graham & Janet Baker Danielle & Josh Batchelor Mr. & Mrs. Fred L. Gorman Mrs. Gloria Pepper & Dr. Bernard Katz Ms. Nancey G. Lobb Ken & Carol Lee Robertson Conductor’s Circle, Gold $10,000 - $14,999 Mr. & Mrs. George Boss John & Candace Caley Mr. & Mrs. Bert Cornelison David & Cindy Deere Jennifer & Steve Dolman Scott Ensell & Family John & Minerva Esquivel Evan B. Glick Dr. & Mrs. Robert Ivany / University of St. Thomas Janice & Allan King Michael & Kelley Lang Mr. & Mrs. John N. Matzer III Martha & Marvin McMurrey Roman & Sally Reed Linda & Jerry Rubenstein Mr. & Mrs. Walter Scherr Shirley & Joel Wahlberg Conductor’s Circle, Silver $7,500 - $9,999 Lilia Khakimova & C. Robert Bunch Ms. Darlene Clark & Mr. Edwin C. Friedrichs Mr. & Mrs. Jerry L. Hamaker Rita & Paul Morico Mr. & Mrs. Robert E. Nelson Radoff Family Mr. & Mrs. Perry Radoff Conductor’s Circle, Bronze $5,000 - $7,499 Beth & Jim Barton

Mr. & Mrs. Michael E. Bowman Rhona & Bruce Caress Mr. & Mrs. Thierry Caruso William J. Clayton & Margaret A. Hughes Janie & Carr Dishroon Connie & Byron Dyer Mrs. Jane Egner Ms. Carolyn Faulk Mr. & Mrs. Peter Fluor Kathleen & Dick Hayes Mr. & Mrs. Edd C. Hendee Mr. & Ms. Dan Kellogg Mary Louis Kister Mr. & Mrs. John P. Kotts Terry & Kandee McGill Alice McPherson, M.D. Mr. Robert J. Pilegge Jean & Allan Quiat Vicky & Michael Richker Mr. & Mrs. George A. Rizzo Jr. Jeanine Van Wagenen Sally & Denney Wright Grand Patron $2,500 - $4,999 Mr. & Mrs. J. Emery Anderson Mr. & Mrs. Stephen J. Banks Consurgo Sunshine John S. Beury Robert & Gwen Bray Mr. & Mrs. Michael F. Cook Becky & Joe Demeter Mr. & Mrs. James E. Dorsett Mr. & Mrs. Mike Ezzell Mr. & Mrs. Charles R. Hall Edward Lee McIntosh, C.P.M. Dr. & Mrs. Raghu Narayan Joy & Gary Noble Shirley & Marvin Rich Richard & Anne Robbins Douglas & Alicia Rodenberger Rosemarie & Jeff Roth Mr. Morris Rubin Mr. & Mrs. James Schulz Mr. & Mrs. Nick Stratigakis Seth Williams Anonymous Patron $1,500 - $2,499 Suan Angelo Sue Sue & Don Aron Dr. & Mrs. William S. Banks III Donald & Dottie Bates Mr. Allen J. Becker Mr. & Mrs. Ron Bertus William & Laura Black Mr. & Mrs. W. Carter Bliss Ms. Barbara A. Brooks Mr. & Mrs. William V. Conover II Cynthia & Robert Creager Mr. & Mrs. David Dybell Mr. & Mrs. Richard Fanning Mark Folkes & Christopher Johnston Carol & Larry Fradkin Mr. & Mrs. John Geigel Dr. & Mrs. Jack Gill Julius & Suzan Glickman Ms. Melissa Goodman Mr. & Mrs. Franklin J. Harberg Jr.

Michael & Darcy Krajewski Gerrit Leeftink Mr. & Mrs. Barry I. Levine Mr. Jeff H. Lippold Mr. & Mrs. Michael L. Mason Steve & Linda Massie William D. & Karinne McCullough Terri & Bert Neece The Hon. Stella G. & Richard C. Nelson Mr. & Mrs. Kim Parker Margaret & V. Scott Pignolet Mr. & Mrs. Gary Prentice Judy & Bill Pursell Venu & Elsie Rao Mr. & Mrs. John T. Riordan Soren & Annetta Rose Mrs. Lynda G. Seaman Dr. & Mr. Adrian D. Shelley Ms. Angela Sherman Mr. & Mrs. Jonathan Symko Ms. Jody Verwers Larry & Connie Wallace Dr. & Mrs. Brad Wertman Anonymous (3) Director $1,000 - $1,499 Martha & Stanley* Bair Michael & Diana Bonin Ellen Box Ms. Patricia K. Boyd Dr. & Mrs. R. L. Brenner Mr. Thomas N. Britton & Ms. Debra A. Ewing Ms. Julie Conner Marilyn & Tucker Coughlen Ms. Ann Currens Mr. & Mrs. Arthur Dauber Barbara Dokell & Larry Finger Betsy Garlinger Ann & Bill Heim Ms. Doris S. Magee Ms. Nancy Mann Mr. & Mrs. Alan May Jr. Mrs. Kay Onstead Dr. Jonathan Penchas Roland & Linda Pringle Dr. & Mrs. Michael C. Rasmussen Mr. Michael Shawiak Jerry Siemers Mr. Ralph Tamper Mr. & Mrs. Carl N. Tongberg Mr. & Mrs. Thomas H. Wilson Mr. & Mrs. Bob Wolin Anonymous Principal $500 - $999 Mr. & Mrs. David Archibald Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Beard Mr. Jay T. Brown Ms. Deborah Butler Mr. & Mrs. Ray Butler Vicki P. Buxton Bill & Marion Calvert Mrs. Anne Campbell Mr. & Mrs. Bruce Cantrell Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Jim Chandler Mr. & Mrs. Paul D. Chapman Richard & Marcia Churns

Mr. & Mrs. Marion Collins Mrs. Midge Colton Carlo & Vicki Corso Mr. Warren Dean Joyce & Jack Eagle Evelyn Earlougher Mildred & Richard Ellis Dr. & Mrs. Charles Ericsson Mr. John Eymann Mr. & Mrs. John R. Farina Ms. Marilyn Farrell Sandra & Steven Finkelman Jessica Ford Dr. Truett Garrett Mr. & Mrs. Angelo Giardino Mr. Joseph J. Gugenheim Jr. Mr. & Mrs. George A. Helland Richard & Beverly Hickman Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Hill Jess Hines Jr. Elizabeth Kaufman & David Goeken Dave & Laura Kirk Dr. George S. Knapp, M.D. Mr. & Mrs. Joe D. Koshkin Mr. & Mrs. Wilfred M. Krenek Gary T. Leach Dr. & Mrs. James Lewis Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth C. Margolis Mr. & Mrs. David R. McKeithan Jr. Mr. Robert McNamara & Dr. Tracey Samuels Ms. Dinah Mei Mr. William Mendel Margaret & Elmer Milz Mr. & Mrs. Richard S. Moen Ms. Wynona Montgomery Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Mosbacher Paul & Molly Mugnier Mr. & Mrs. Dan Neskora Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Nilson Joe & Ann Palm Mr. & Mrs. Ben A. Reid Mr. O. M. Rogers Mr. Don W. Shackelford Claudette & Tim Shaunty Mr. James Slaughter Mr. & Mrs. Bruce S. Smith Mr. Lawrence C. Smith Jerilyn Stanka Dr. Joan Stoerner Mr. & Mrs. Karl Strobl Mr. & Mrs. Edward F. Stuart Mr. Alan Stuckert Dr. & Mrs. Frank C. Sung Mr. Roger Trandell Mr. & Mrs. Michael Villarreal Mrs. Elizabeth White Erwin & Ann Wilbanks Maxine & Emil Wulfe Anonymous (4) The Houston Symphony would like to thank the 4381 donors who gave up to $499 over the past year. As of February 1, 2016 To note any errors or omissions, please call Darryl de Mello at (713) 337-8529. *Deceased

notes continued from page 42 | Beethoven 2 & 8 | march 4, 5, 6 The Instruments. 2 flutes, 2 oboes, 2 clarinets, 2 bassoons, 2 horns, 2 trumpets, timpani and strings What to Listen For. Like the Symphony No. 2, the Eighth spotlights Beethoven’s exuberant, rambunctious side. But it goes about that its own way. Whereas the Second opens with the traditional slow introduction, the Eighth jumps right into action with the dynamic theme that dominates the first movement. The Eighth also does without the usual slow movement, giving us a buoyant Allegretto instead. Historians have cast doubt on the old story that he meant it to spoof 56

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the tick-tock of the metronome, but an impish spirit is undoubtedly at work. After the graceful melody dancing atop staccato chords sets the tone, the strings’ bursts of sputtering add comic byplay. That sputtering echoes in the finale’s sotto voce opening, then the whole orchestra cuts loose with resounding, uninhibited fun. The Houston Symphony will offer more good cheer April 28May 1, when it performs Felix Mendelssohn’s Italian symphony. ©2016 Steven Brown The printed music for this work was donated by Fiddle & Bow Music Company.

LEGACY SOCIETY The Legacy Society honors those who have included the Houston Symphony Endowment in their long-term estate plans through bequests, life-income gifts or other deferred-giving arrangements. Members of the Legacy Society enjoy a variety of benefits, including an annual musical event. The Houston Symphony Endowment would like to extend its deepest thanks to the members of the Legacy Society, and with their permission, we are pleased to acknowledge them below. If you would like to learn more about ways to provide for the Houston Symphony Endowment in your estate plans, please contact Patrick Quinn, Director, Planned Giving, at (713) 337-8532 or patrick.quinn@houstonsymphony.org. Daniel B. Barnum George & Betty Bashen Dorothy B. Black Ermy Borlenghi Bonfield Zu Broadwater Joan K. Bruchas & H. Philip Cowdin Mr. Christopher & Mrs. Erin Brunner Eugene R. Bruns Sylvia J. Carroll Dr. Robert N. Chanon William J. Clayton & Margaret A. Hughes The Honorable & Mrs. William Crassas Patricia Cunningham Dr. Lida S. Dahm Leslie Barry Davidson Judge & Mrs. Harold DeMoss Jr. Ginny Garrett Lila-Gene George Mauro H. Gimenez & Connie A. Coulomb Randolph Lee Groninger Mr. & Mrs. Jerry L. Hamaker Mrs. Gloria Herman Marilyn & Robert M. Hermance Mr. Tim Hogan Dr. Gary L. Hollingsworth Dr. Gary L. Hollingsworth Dr. Edward J. & Mrs. Patti Hurwitz Kenneth Hyde Brian & Catherine James Dr. & Mrs. Ira Kaufman, M.D.

John S. W. Kellett Ann Kennedy & Geoffrey Walker Dr. & Mrs. I. Ray Kirk Mrs. Frances E. Leland Mrs. Lucy Lewis E. W. Long Jr. Sandra Magers Mr. & Mrs. Rodney H. Margolis Jay & Shirley Marks James G. Matthews Dr. & Mrs. Malcolm L. Mazow Bill & Karinne McCullough Charles E. McKerley Mr. & Mrs. Alexander K. McLanahan Dr. Tracey Samuels & Mr. Robert McNamara Mr. & Mrs. D. Bradley McWilliams Catherine Jane Merchant Dr. Georgette M. Michko Katherine Taylor Mize Richard & Juliet Moynihan Gretchen Ann Myers Patience Myers John Neighbors, in memory of Jean Marie Neighbors Bobbie Newman John & Leslie Niemand Dave G. Nussmann John & Cynthia Onstott Edward C. Osterberg Jr. Imogen â&#x20AC;&#x153;Immyâ&#x20AC;? Papadopoulos

Christine & Red Pastorek Sara M. Peterson Darla Powell Phillips Geraldine Smith Priest Dana Puddy Patric T. Quinn Lila Rauch Evie Ronald Walter Ross Dr. & Mrs. Kazuo Shimada Lisa & Jerry Simon Sherry Snyder Marie Speziale Emily H. & David K. Terry Stephen G. Tipps Steve Tostengard in memory of Ardyce Tostengard Dr. Carlos Vallbona & Children Jana Vander Lee Dean B. Walker David M. Wax* & Elaine Arden Cali Geoffrey Westergaard Nancy B. Willerson Jennifer R. Wittman Daisy S. Wong / JCorp Susan Gail Wood Lorraine & Ed Wulfe David & Tara Wuthrich Katherine & Mark Yzaguirre Edith & Robert Zinn Anonymous (7)

Dr. Rita Justice Mr. & Mrs. U. J. LeGrange Ms. Nancey G. Lobb Joella & Steven P. Mach Betty & Gene McDavid Dr. & Mrs. Robert M. Mihalo Mr. Ronald Mikita and Mr. Rex Spikes Ione Moran Sidney Moran Sue A. Morrison & Children in memory of Walter J. Morrison Robert A. Peiser Gloria G. Pryzant Mr. and Mrs. Clive Runnells Mr. Charles K. Sanders Donna Scott

Charles & Andrea Seay Mr. and Mrs. James A. Shaffer Jule* and Albert Smith Mr. and Mrs. Louis J. Snyder Mike & Anita* Stude Mr. and Mrs. Jesse B. Tutor Elba L. Villarreal Margaret Waisman, M.D. & Steven S. Callahan, Ph.D. Mr. and Mrs. Fredric A. Weber Robert G. Weiner Vicki West, in honor of Hans Graf Jo Dee Wright Ellen A. Yarell Anonymous (2)

Crescendo Circle $100,000+ Dr. and Mrs. George J. Abdo Janice Barrow Dr. Joan Hacken Bitar Joe Brazzatti Terry Ann Brown Drs. Dennis & Susan Carlyle Janet F. Clark Mr. William E. Colburn Harrison R.T. Davis Jean & Jack* Ellis The Aubrey & Sylvia Farb Family Eugene Fong Michael B. George Stephen & Mariglyn Glenn Evan B. Glick Jo A. & Billie Jo Graves

IN MEMORIAM We honor the memory or those who in life included the Houston Symphony Endowment in their estate plans. Their thoughtfulness and generosity will continue to inspire and enrich lives for generations to come! Mr. Thomas D. Barrow W. P. Beard Ronald C. Borschow Mrs. H. Raymond Brannon Anthony Brigandi Lawrence E. Carlton, M.D. Mrs. Albert V. Caselli Lee Allen Clark Jack Ellis Mrs. Robin A. Elverson Frank R. Eyler Dr. & Mrs. Larry L. Fedder Helen Bess Fariss Foster Christine E. George Mr. & Mrs. Keith E. Gott

John Wesley Graham Mrs. Marcella Levine Harris Gen. & Mrs. Maurice Hirsch Miss Ima Hogg Burke & Octavia Holman David L. Hyde Dr. Blair Justice Dr. Mary R. Lewis Mrs. L. F. McCollum Joan B. McKerley Doretha Melvin Monroe L. Mendelsohn Jr. Mrs. Janet Moynihan Terrence Murphree Arthur Newman

Constantine S. Nicandros Hanni Orton Stewart Orton, Legacy Society co-founder Dr. Michael Papadopoulos Miss Louise Pearl Mary Anne H. Phillips Mr. Howard Pieper Walter W. Sapp, Legacy Society co-founder J. Fred & Alma Laws Lunsford Schultz Ms. Jean R. Sides Blanche Stasny John K. & Fanny W. Stone Dorothy Barton Thomas Mrs. Harry C. Weiss Mrs. Edward Wilkerson March 2016 57

CORPORATE, FOUNDATION AND GOVERNMENT PARTNERS The Houston Symphony is proud to recognize the leadership support of our corporate, foundation and government partners that allow the orchestra to reach new heights in musical performance, education and community engagement for Greater Houston and the Gulf Coast Region. For more information on becoming a foundation or government partner, please contact Mary Beth Mosley, Director, Institutional Giving and Stewardship, at (713) 337-8521 or marybeth.mosley@houstonsymphony.org. For further information on becoming a corporate donor to the Houston Symphony, please contact Leticia Konigsberg at (713) 337-8522 or leticia.konigsberg@houstonsymphony.org.

HOUSTON SYMPHONY BUSINESS COUNCIL Co-Chairs Ralph Burch, ConocoPhillips David Wuthrich, Cadence Bank Business Council Host Committee: Prentiss Burt, J.P. Morgan Chase Brett Busby, Texas Court of Appeals, 14th District Janet F. Clark, Marathon Oil Corporation (retired) Ryan Colburn, Regions Bank Cindy Deere, Shell Oil Company Gene Dewhurst, Falcon Seaboard Diversified Mike Doherty, Frost Bank David Frankfort, Deutsche Bank Ron Franklin, McGuireWoods, LLP Allen Gelwick, Lockton Companies, LLC Mauro Gimenez, Russell Reynolds Associates Kathleen Hayes, Merrill Lynch

Steven P. Mach, Mach Industrial Group, LP Michael Mann, Mann Eye Institute Paul Mann, Mann Eye Institute David Massin, Wells Fargo Billy McCartney, Flat Rock Development, LLC Paul Morico, Baker Botts L.L.P. Dana Ondrias, Mann Eye Institute Ed Osterberg, Mayer Brown, LLP Robert A. Peiser, Parkton Group Greg Powers, Halliburton David Pruner, Wood Mackenzie Ltd. Stephen Pryor, ExxonMobil Chemical Co. Ron Rand, Rand Group, LLC

John Rydman, Spec’s Wines, Spirits and Finer Foods Manolo Sanchez, BBVA Compass Jerry Simon, Northern Trust L. Proctor Thomas, Baker Botts L.L.P. (retired) William J. Toomey, BB&T Bobby Tudor, Tudor, Pickering, Holt & Company Jesse B. Tutor, Accenture (retired) Margaret Waisman, Affiliated Dermatologists of Houston Fredric Weber, Norton Rose Fulbright Beth Wolff, Beth Wolff Realtors Ed Wulfe, Wulfe & Co. Frank Yonish, Bank of Texas

Corporate partners As of February 1, 2016

Grand Guarantor, $150,000 and above BBVA Compass * Houston First Corporation * Houston Public Media – Classical 91.7 FM; News 88.7 FM; Channel 8 PBS * KTRK ABC-13 * Oliver Wyman * Spec’s Charitable Foundation/ Spec’s Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods Guarantor, $100,000 and above Chevron ConocoPhillips * Houston Methodist Medistar Corporation * PaperCity Phillips 66 * Telemundo * United Airlines Underwriter, $50,000 and above * Baker Botts L.L.P. * BB&T Cameron International Corporation * Cameron Management * The Events Company ExxonMobil Frost Bank GDF SUEZ Energy North America * Geo. H. Lewis & Sons Houston Baptist University Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo * Jackson and Company Kalsi Engineering Kirkland & Ellis LLP Palmetto Partners Ltd./The Robert and Janice McNair Foundation * Rand Group, LLC Shell Oil Company Vinson & Elkins LLP 58

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Sponsor, $25,000 and above Andrews Kurth LLP Bank of America Bank of Texas The Boeing Company * Bright Star Enterprise Product Partners L.P. * Gittings * Houston Chronicle JPMorgan Chase KPMG LLP Mann Eye Institute and Laser Center Marathon Oil Corporation McGuireWoods, LLP * Neiman Marcus Northern Trust Norton Rose Fulbright Regions Bank Sidley Austin LLP * Silver Circle Audio The University of Texas, MD Anderson Cancer Center SPIR STAR, Ltd. Wells Fargo WoodRock & Co. Partner, $15,000 and above Anadarko Petroleum Corporation * City Kitchen East West Bank Ernst & Young LLP Gorman’s Uniform Service Halliburton H-E-B Independent Bank Laredo Construction, Inc. Locke Lord LLP Lockton Companies of Houston Macy’s Marine Foods Express, LTD. USI Southwest

Supporter, $10,000 and above * Abrahams Oriental Rugs * Agua Hispanic Marketing CenterPoint Energy * Crown Castle International Corp. Emerson Enbridge Energy Company Excel Diagnostics & Nuclear Oncology Center Goldman, Sachs & Co. Star Furniture Union Pacific * Zenfilm Benefactor, $5,000 and above Barclay’s Wealth and Investment Management Beck Redden LLP Louis Vuitton Nordstrom Plains All American * Randalls Food Markets Russell Reynolds Associates, Inc. Spectra Energy University of St. Thomas Wortham Insurance and Risk Management Patron, Gifts below $5,000 Adolph Locklar, Intellectual Property Law Firm Beth Wolff Realtors Boulware & Valoir Intertek Marsh & McLennan SEI, Global Institutional Group Smith, Graham & Company Stewart Title Company TAM International, Inc. * Includes in-kind support

CORPORATE, FOUNDATION AND GOVERNMENT PARTNERS CORPORATE MATCHING GIFTS As of February 1, 2016 Aetna Aon Apache Corporation Bank of America BBVA Compass The Boeing Company BP Foundation

Caterpillar Chevron Chubb Group Coca-Cola ConocoPhillips Eli Lilly and Company EOG Resources ExxonMobil

Freeport - McMoRan Oil & Gas General Electric General Mills Goldman, Sachs & Company Halliburton Hewlett-Packard Houston Endowment IBM

ING Financial Services Corporation KBR Merrill Lynch NAACO Industries, Inc. Neiman Marcus Northern Trust Occidental Petroleum

Phillips 66 Shell Oil Company Spectra Energy Williams Companies, Inc.

IN-KIND DONORS As of February 1, 2016 A Fare Extraordinaire Aker Imaging Alexander’s Fine Portrait Design Alpha-Lee Enterprises, Inc. Aspire Executive Coaching, LLC Bergner & Johnson Design Bering’s BKD, LLP Boat Ranch Burberry Classical 91.7 FM Cognetic Culinaire Carl R. Cunningham DLG Research & Marketing Solutions

Elaine Turner Designs Elegant Events by Michael Elsie Smith Design Festari Foster Quan LLP Gucci Hermann Park Conservancy Hilton Americas – Houston Hotel Granduca Hotel Icon Houston Astros Houston Grand Opera Houston Texans Intercontinental Hotel Houston JOHANNUS Organs of Texas John L. Wortham & Son, L.P. John Wright/Textprint

JW Marriott Houston Downtown Kuhl-Linscomb The Lancaster Hotel LG Entertainers Limb Design Martha Turner Properties Meera Buck & Associates Michael’s Cookie Jar Minuteman Press – Post Oak Momentum Jaguar Music & Arts New Leaf Publishing, Inc. Nos Caves Vin Pax Americana Pro/Sound Randalls Rice University

Richard Brown Orchestra Saint Arnold’s Brewery Saks Fifth Avenue Shecky’s Media, Inc. Singapore Airlines Staging Solutions Stewart Title The Events Company Tony’s Tootsies Valobra Jewelry & Antiques Versace Village Greenery Vision Production Group Yahama

FOUNDATIONS AND GOVERNMENT AGENCIES As of February 1, 2016

Diamond Guarantor, $1,000,000 and above Houston Symphony Endowment Houston Symphony League The Wortham Foundation, Inc. Premier Guarantor, $500,000 and above The Brown Foundation, Inc. City of Houston and Theater District Improvement, Inc. Albert and Ethel Herzstein Charitable Foundation Principal Guarantor, $250,000 and above The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts Grand Guarantor, $150,000 and above City of Houston through the Miller Theatre Advisory Board The Cullen Foundation Guarantor, $100,000 and above Houston Endowment M. D. Anderson Foundation

Underwriter, $50,000 and above The Elkins Foundation The Fondren Foundation The Hearst Foundations The Humphreys Foundation The John P. McGovern Foundation The Robert and Janice McNair Foundation/Palmetto Partners Ltd. The Robbins Foundation Sponsor, $25,000 and above Beauchamp Foundation Ray C. Fish Foundation Ann and Gordon Getty Foundation The C. Howard Pieper Foundation Sterling-Turner Foundation Partner, $15,000 and above Ruth and Ted Bauer Family Foundation The Cockrell Foundation The Melbern G. and Susanne M. Glasscock Foundation The Hood-Barrow Foundation Houston Symphony Chorus Endowment Houston Symphony League Bay Area William S. and Lora Jean Kilroy Foundation National Endowment for the Arts Radoff Family Foundation Strake Foundation Texas Commission on the Arts The Vaughn Foundation

Supporter, $10,000 and above The Carleen & Alde Fridge Foundation Petrello Family Foundation The Powell Foundation The Schissler Foundation The Vivian L. Smith Foundation Anonymous Benefactor, $5,000 and above LTR Lewis Cloverdale Foundation William E. and Natoma Pyle Harvey Charitable Foundation The Scurlock Foundation Keith and Mattie Stevenson Foundation Patron, Gifts below $5,000 Diamond Family Foundation First Junior Woman’s Club of Houston The Helmle-Shaw Foundation Huffington Foundation Leon Jaworski Foundation Kinder Morgan Foundation Robert W. & Pearl Wallis Knox Foundation The Lillian Kaiser Lewis Foundation The Lubrizol Foundation The Oshman Foundation Chester Pitts Foundation State Employee Charitable Campaign

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Sheldon Person, viola Inspiration to become a musician: I think the most interesting questions are usually “why?” The fact that we are all together in this concert hall means that at some level, we have all asked this question: why music? There are many reasons why music is my career, and I won’t share the most personal reasons with everybody.… But whether you believe that our life in the universe is a beautiful accident or the product of some other design, I think our existence has the potential to be a beautiful moment to be celebrated. For me, music is the most direct way to experience this existential joy and beauty. Music can also give voice and healing to our deepest sorrow. Music is not just my entertainment and my business, it’s really what I live for, and the reason I work, and also do the boring things like folding laundry, washOn a hill country road trip with my best buddy, Jack. ing dishes…. Photo taken at the summit of Enchanted Rock State Park. Music also represents something given to me by my parents from a very early age (violin and piano Born in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, violessons since before I was 4). I didn’t list Sheldon Person has been a member really appreciate or understand it until a of the Houston Symphony since 2011. decade later, but when I unpack my viola Previously a member of the Indianapolis now, it is like I am physically touching Symphony Orchestra, he has performed one of the oldest and deepest relationas a guest with the London Symphony ships I have in my life. It connects me to Orchestra and the St. Paul Chamber my childhood and my family. Except for Rehearsal break in Medellin with the amazing Orchestra. He has also appeared as soloist my relationship with my mother, music viola section of the Colombian National Youth with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra. has been with me longer than anything Orchestra. Part of a Houston Symphony teaching residency in June 2015. As first prize winner of the 2005 Royal else. I can’t imagine not loving and Overseas League’s Bernard Shore Viola having that. Competition, Sheldon performed recitals in London, including an And music has given my life a foundation. When I think appearance at St Martin-in-the-Fields. As a member of the Artea of almost all the big things in my life, from friends who are like String Quartet, he performed throughout the UK, including appearfamily, love, adventure, creative opportunities, meaning and ances at Wigmore Hall, the Southbank Centre, the Brighton Festival, connections in life, my job at the Houston Symphony with an Buckingham Palace and BBC Radio 3. Since moving to Houston, he international community of inspiring artists, the beautiful instruhas performed chamber music for KUHA Houston Public Radio, the ments I get to play, to even simple things like the car I drive for Texas Music Festival, Interplay: Musicians of the Houston Symphony fun or playing with my dog, it all exists on top of the foundation and Musica Tra Amici. of my life, which is music. But the best thing about all of the Sheldon holds degrees and certificates from the Guildhall above is still the music itself. School of Music and Drama (London), Indiana University, Rice University and the University of Alberta. If I wasn’t a professional musician: I would probably get involved in the psychology and mental health professions. I once had a In the community: I love to play chamber music in many differmusic teacher who told me she should have become a psychiaent groups with great musicians and friends from the Houston trist because she would be doing the same thing only getting paid Symphony. In addition to traditional, “serious” concert performore! Which is funny because it’s partly false and partly true. I love mances, the Houston Symphony has sent me and my chamteaching music because I enjoy the challenge of creating a positive ber music groups to play at schools for band and orchestra sturelationship with someone wherein he (or she) can gain increased dents, retirement communities, medical conferences, business self-awareness so that with work (practice!), he can tap into his groups and even for connecting passengers at Bush airport. Last own deeper potential for living a richer life. In my profession, that November, I performed as soloist in Mozart’s Sinfonia concertante means helping young people become better musicians and hopewith the Houston Civic Symphony at HBU. It’s fun to bond with fully better people. new people—professional, amateur, student and listener—over a shared love of music. It’s inspiring in both directions. Favorite sports team: Edmonton Oilers Proud sponsor of Backstage Pass and publisher of Houston Symphony Magazine www.newleafinc.com 60

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