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season Highlights Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 Tchaikovsky Festival Disney in Concert Barber: Adagio for Strings ALL-GERSHWIN! Cirque de la Symphonie — NEW PROGRAM Symphonie Fantastique
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The Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony invites you to make time for great music. The 2012/13 Season brings vivid concert experiences that will inspire and entertain you, and I am excited to share this season with you. — Edwin Outwater, Music Director
Tchaikovsky Festival Expect to be on your feet at the end of his Symphony No. 5, and that’s only the beginning of the Festival! Ode to Joy, Ode to Kitchener A thrilling Opening Night featuring Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9.
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This season’s Signature Series offers concerts that will inspire and create lifelong memories. From the season-opening celebration of the City of Kitchener with Beethoven’s epic Ninth Symphony, to the earth-shaking finale of Berlioz’s Symphonie fantastique, the 2012/13 Season combines the greatest music with today’s most exciting soloists. The series is a journey through the epic, sublime, intimate, delightful, and transporting music of history’s greatest composers, and some of the most exciting music being written today. Join us! — Edwin Outwater, Music Director
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Series Highlights Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 I Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 2 Haydn: Symphony No. 94, Surprise I Bach: Toccata & Fugue in D minor Berlioz: Symphonie fantastique I Strauss: Blue Danube Waltz Friday and Saturday I 8 pm Centre In The Square
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T he KWS performs Beethoven’s masterpiece for Kitchener’s 100th.
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Ode to Joy, ode to Kitchener GAla Sep 21* I CITS I 7 pm Sep 22 I CITS I 8 pm
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Edwin Outwater, conductor Susan Tsagkaris, soprano Megan Latham, mezzo-soprano Romulo Delgado, tenor gala title Sponsor Phillip Addis, baritone Grand Philharmonic Choir I Menno Singers DaCapo Chamber Choir I Renaissance Singers Stewart Goodyear: Count Up John Estacio: Brio: Toccata and Fantasy for Orchestra Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Choral We begin this season with a celebration! Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony is the perfect way to honour the heritage of the City of Kitchener, founded 100 years ago as Berlin. Join the Orchestra, soloists and mass choir. Experience profound joy!
*Gala After Party I Sep 21
Complete a memorable evening with the Opening Night Gala After Party at the Conrad Centre for the Performing Arts. Join gala Chairs Mayor Carl Zehr and Sandy Chris, Music Director Edwin Outwater and KWS musicians, and enjoy a live band, dancing, live auction, hors d’oeuvres and much more! Early Bird After Party tickets $85 until August 7, $95 after. Gala packages start at $104. $114 after August 7. Contact Patron Services at 519-745-4711 for details. Don’t miss this Opening Night fundraising gala celebration!
E njoy a rarely heard piano concerto similar in style to Rachmaninoff.
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Lefèvre’s Romantic Discovery Oct 26 & 27 I CITS I 8 pm Part of the B-Series
Jean-Philippe Tremblay, conductor I Alain Lefèvre, piano Grieg: In Autumn Mathieu: Piano Concerto No. 4 Sibelius: Symphony No. 1 in E minor Alain Lefèvre, the extraordinary Canadian pianist, brings the piece he has recorded and championed to the KWS. André Mathieu’s Piano Concerto is full of romantic melodies and fabulous virtuosity. Sibelius’ wonderful First Symphony concludes the evening.
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Edwin & Gustav: An Invitation Nov 30 & Dec 1 I CITS I 8 pm
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Edwin Outwater, conductor Schubert: Entr’acte No. 3 from Rosamunde Mahler: Symphony No. 5 in C-sharp minor “No composer means more to me personally than Mahler. I invite you to join me for a very special concert featuring his amazing Fifth Symphony. Before we play this vast and exciting work, we’ll introduce you to the composer, his life and his loves, and his extraordinary music.” — Edwin Outwater
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S ome of Beethoven’s best.
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Sublime Beethoven Jan 18 & 19 I CITS I 8 pm
Part of the B-Series
Edwin Outwater, conductor Stefan Jackiw, violin Missy Mazzoli: Violent, Violent Sea Beethoven: Violin Concerto in D major Beethoven: Symphony No. 6 in F major, Pastorale Beethoven’s music is full of thunder and drama, but in this concert we examine the sublime side of this great composer. The Sixth Symphony and the Violin Concerto are works that breathe and deeply move us. They are hypnotic and transporting.
T chaikovsky’s Second Piano Concerto is a rarely heard virtuosic blockbuster.
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Epic Tchaikovsky Feb 22 & 23 I CITS I 8 pm
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Edwin Outwater, conductor I Yakov Kasman, piano Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 2 in G major Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 5 in E minor
Two epic works begin the Tchaikovsky Festival weekend. The extraordinary, cinematic Fifth Symphony is one of his most popular works. The Second Piano Concerto is a masterpiece. One wonders why it isn’t played more — it is as great as the first! For the second concert of the Festival see page 13. 6
Friday and Saturday I 8 pm I Centre In The Square
A sensational debut.
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Organ Superstar Apr 5 & 6 I CITS I 8 pm
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Edwin Outwater, conductor Cameron Carpenter, organ Bach/arr. Webern: Musicalisches Opfer: Ricercare Bach: Toccata & Fugue in D minor I Bach: Suite No. 3 Copland: Music for the Theatre Cameron Carpenter: The Scandal Cameron Carpenter is sensational! Join us and meet one of the great young virtuosos in classical music. Besides being a stunning musician, he has made playing the organ an internet phenomenon! P repare to waltz.
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Viennese Delights May 3 & 4 I CITS I 8 pm
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James Judd, conductor Anita Walsh, violin I Ross Edwards, clarinet
T here is no better way to end the KWS season.
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Finale fantastiQue May 31 & Jun 1 I CITS I 8 pm
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Strauss: Overture to Die Fledermaus Webern: Symphony, Op. 21 Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 3 in G major Weber: Concertino for Clarinet in E-flat major Haydn: Symphony No. 94 in G major, Surprise Strauss: Blue Danube Waltz James Judd returns for an evening filled with music designed to delight. A gracious host as well as a wonderful musician, James will guide you through an evening showcasing the many delights of Vienna and its music.
Edwin Outwater, conductor Alexander Seredenko, piano Vivier/arr. Scott Good: Pulau Duwata Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-flat major Berlioz: Symphonie fantastique Passion, obsession, dances, death, witches, a march to the scaffold: Symphonie fantastique has it all! This utterly original work has the power to take your breath away. Subscribers can exchange tickets to fit busy schedules
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The Pops Series concerts will delight and entertain you with star-studded acts, world-class performers and conductors, and multimedia presentations with music by your KitchenerWaterloo Symphony. From the beloved music of Gershwin, including Rhapsody in Blue, movie favourites from Disney and other blockbusters, to the incredible acrobatic feats of an all-new Cirque de la Symphonie and the extraordinary dance of TAP!, the 2012/13 Pops Series is not to be missed! Enjoy!
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Series Highlights Disney in Concert I All-Gershwin Evening Cirque de la Symphonie — New Program I Max Pollak and TAP! Pierre Schryer — by Popular Demand! I Yuletide Spectacular Friday and Saturday I 8 pm Centre In The Square pops series Sponsor
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Last night at the Proms Sep 28 & 29 I CITS I 8 pm
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Brian Jackson, conductor Laura Pudwell, mezzo-soprano Grand Philharmonic Youth Choir Continue the Proms tradition as the KWS gets into the flag-waving spirit of Queen Elizabeth’s Jubilee 2012. Join conductor Brian Jackson and mezzo-soprano Laura Pudwell for a program including Pomp and Circumstance, Rule Britannia and Jerusalem. The Grand Philharmonic Youth Choir adds their lively
voices to the celebration with choruses from Gilbert and Sullivan, Oliver and more — it’s a symphonic gift to the Queen and to you!
S ci-fi and fantasy’s greatest hits.
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Sci-Fi Fantasy: an evening of Blockbusters Nov 2 & 3 I CITS I 8 pm Part of the B-Series
Victor Vanacore, conductor Sam’s Steps Dance Centre Cameron Heights Collegiate Choir Grammy Award-winning Victor Vanacore, composer, conductor and arranger for stage and screen, brings an evening of favourites from blockbuster science fiction and fantasy movies, including Avatar, Star Wars, Independence Day, Ghostbusters, Michael Jackson’s Thriller, ET, Back to the Future and more.
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Pops series I Entertainment I Excitement I Fun Waterloo Region’s favourite holiday tradition.
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Yuletide Spectacular Dec 14 & 15 I CITS I 8 pm
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Matt Catingub, conductor/saxophone/piano/vocals Grand Philharmonic Choir Grand Philharmonic Children’s Choir Classical Dance Conservatory Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony Youth Orchestra Matt Catingub leads the KWS, Grand Philharmonic Choir, Grand Philharmonic Children’s Choir and the Classical Dance Conservatory in your holiday favourites, including selections from A Charlie Brown Christmas, a popular sing-along, White Christmas and more. Don’t miss this wonderful holiday tradition. R hapsody in Blue.
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An all-Gershwin Evening Jan 25 & 26 I CITS I 8 pm
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Edwin Outwater, conductor Kimberly Barber, mezzo-soprano Aaron St. Clair Nicholson, baritone Peter Longworth, piano
Join KWS Music Director Edwin Outwater in an evening of beloved Gershwin favourites. Your Pops experience offers Gershwin at his best from the Overture to Girl Crazy to his Cuban Overture, An American in Paris and Rhapsody in Blue, possibly Gershwin’s most popular work, with pianist Peter Longworth.
A ll the magical Disney classics.
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Disney in Concert — Magical Music from the Movies Mar 1 & 2 I CITS I 8 pm Part of the A-Series Evan Mitchell, conductor Many of us have come to enjoy great music in part due to soundtracks from beloved motion pictures. Don’t miss this multimedia presentation featuring Disney classics, including Mary Poppins, The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, Pirates of the Caribbean and many more, sung by four sensational vocalists.
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Pierre Schryer Mar 22 & 23 I CITS I 8 pm
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Evan Mitchell, conductor Pierre Schryer, fiddle One of Canada’s musical treasures, Celtic fiddler extraordinaire Pierre Schryer, returns to the KWS stage in a spectacular and memorable show. Pierre’s playing is a rare combination of dazzling technical ability and true heart, which reflects in his music and his genuine warmth and charisma. Joining Pierre and the Orchestra is his all-star band featuring bass, trumpet, guitar, vocals and step dancing. A true celebration of Canadian Celtic roots music from the master! B y popular demand with an all-new program.
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Cirque de la Symphonie Apr 26 & 27 I CITS I 8 pm
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Evan Mitchell, conductor Cirque de la Symphonie After nearly three years, Cirque de la Symphonie is back at the KWS with an all-new program! See stunning performers bring the magic of Cirque to the concert hall with incredible acrobatic feats that are sure to wow you, performed to glorious music by your KWS. S ensational dance.
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TAP! May 24 & 25 I CITS I 8 pm
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John Morris Russell, conductor Max Pollak, tap dancer Classical Dance Conservatory Sam’s Steps Dance Centre This extraordinary concert, led by KWS audience favourite John Morris Russell, features the rare opportunity to see Max Pollak, one of the most prestigious names on the international tap scene today, in Morton Gould’s Tap Dance Concerto. Other special guests will wow you with Irish step dancing, clogging, Flamenco and more. Subscribers can exchange tickets to fit busy schedules
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ODE to Joy, ode to Kitchener Sep 23 I CITS I 2:30 pm
Music Director and conductor Edwin Outwater is joined by mass choir and soloists for Beethoven’s most famous and monumental work, Symphony No. 9 known as the Choral Symphony. This performance is part of the City of Kitchener’s 100 year celebration. A grand beginning! See page 5 for more information. Photo courtesy of the City of Kitchener
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Yuletide Spectacular Dec 15 I CITS I 2:30 pm
Matt Catingub leads the KWS, Grand Philharmonic Choir, Grand Philharmonic Children’s Choir and the Classical Dance Conservatory in your holiday favourites, including selections from A Charlie Brown Christmas, a popular sing-along, White Christmas and more. See page 10 for more information.
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Intimate Tchaikovsky Feb 24 I CITS I 2:30 pm
Enjoy part of the KWS Tchaikovsky Festival as Edwin Outwater leads the Orchestra in Tchaikovsky’s First Symphony and the popular Rococo Variations featuring Canadian cellist, Denise Djokic. See page 6 for the additional Tchaikovsky Festival concert.
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Disney in Concert — Magical Music from the Movies Mar 2 I CITS I 2:30 pm Many of us have come to enjoy great music in part due to soundtracks from beloved motion pictures. Don’t miss this multimedia presentation featuring Disney classics including Mary Poppins, The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, Pirates of the Caribbean and many more, sung by four sensational vocalists. See page 10 for more information.
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Viennese Delights I May 5 I CITS I 2:30 pm
James Judd conducts this performance designed to delight. Enjoy Johann Strauss’ Overture to Die Fledermaus, Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 3, Haydn’s Surprise Symphony, Strauss’ Blue Danube Waltz and additional favourites. See page 7 for more information.
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Tap! I May 25 I CITS I 2:30 pm
This extraordinary concert led by KWS audience favourite, John Morris Russell, features the rare opportunity to see Max Pollak, one of the most prestigious names on the international tap scene today, in Morton Gould’s Tap Dance Concerto. Other special guests will wow you with Irish step dancing, clogging, Flamenco and more. See page 11 for more information. Subscribers can exchange tickets to fit busy schedules
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Sure to sell out! Composer Festival Tchaikovsky Festival I Feb 22 – 24 Join us for two great concerts celebrating the music and life of one of the world’s most popular composers — Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky.
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Epic Tchaikovsky I Feb 22 & 23 I CITS I 8 pm
Featuring Tchaikovsky’s extraordinary, cinematic Fifth Symphony and the Second Piano Concerto with pianist Yakov Kasman. Part of the Signature Series
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Intimate Tchaikovsky I Feb 24 I CITS I 2:30 pm
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Be a part of the series that has brought the KWS international recognition and taken audiences on an orchestral journey unlike any other. This season includes a ravishing voice from the indie music scene, Bollywood grooves and a couple of Barenaked Ladies. Intersections really is the hippest orchestral experience ever.
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Penelope Oct 11 & 12 I CCPA I 7:30 pm
Edwin Outwater, conductor I Shara Worden, vocalist Sarah Kirkland Snider, composer Gorgeous music, a haunting voice, a timeless legend with a contemporary twist — Penelope is an overwhelmingly beautiful musical experience. Described as “rapturous” by The New York Times, Penelope is a song cycle by composer Sarah Kirkland Snider based on Homer’s Odyssey. It features Shara Worden of My Brightest Diamond, one of the most beautiful and distinctive voices in music today. Don’t miss this intimate, unforgettable, totally new kind of musical experience.
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Bollywood and Beyond: Masters and Icons of Indian Music Feb 7 & 8 I CCPA I 7:30 pm Edwin Outwater, conductor Trichy Sankaran I Suba Sankaran The KWS is joined by mridangam master Trichy Sankaran and his daughter, Suba Sankaran from crossover group Autorickshaw, to explore the roots of classical Indian music and how it has travelled. From Classical Carnatic music to Bollywood to Britney Spears, this concert is a thrilling journey into a rich musical culture.
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Barely Naked: An Evening with the brothers Creeggan Apr 11 & 12 I CCPA I 7:30 pm Edwin Outwater, conductor I Andy and Jim Creeggan This concert is the story of two brothers. After playing together in the Toronto Symphony Youth Orchestra, they explored the intersections of classical, jazz, pop, Indian, African, Indonesian and Latin American music. Then the Barenaked Ladies happened, and their lives were never the same. Come spend an evening with Andy and Jim Creeggan and the KWS — with music from the Brothers Creeggan, Andy’s solo project Andiwork and more!
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Series Highlights Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in D minor I Handel: Concerto grosso in F major Vivaldi: Concerto for Strings I Barber: Adagio for Strings
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Stephen Sitarski, conductor/host Bénédicte Lauzière, violin Telemann: Overture in C major Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in D minor Vaughan Williams: Five Variants of Dives and Lazarus Britten: Simple Symphony
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Telemann’s celebratory Overture opens the series. This all-strings program also features beautiful English music and the KWS debut of a multi-award-winning young Canadian violinist.
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Stephen Sitarski, conductor/host I Catherine Anderson, cello Handel: Concerto grosso in F major Boccherini: Cello Concerto in B-flat major Handel: Concerto grosso in D major Boccherini: Symphony in A major Discover why Boccherini was referred to as “Haydn’s Wife,” and enjoy his wonderful Cello Concerto performed by the KWS’ own Catherine Anderson. L et’s dance.
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Dance Party Jan 30 wat I Feb 1 Gue I Feb 2 Cam
Lucas Waldin, conductor/host Mozart: Contradances and Minuets Vivaldi: Concerto for Strings in C major Respighi: Ancient Airs and Dances, Suite No. 3 Mondonville: Sonata No. 4 Sibelius: Valse Triste from Kuolema Handel: Selections from Ariodante You have a full dance card waiting. Conductor/host Lucas Waldin, Resident Conductor of the Edmonton Symphony, will lead you through the steps smoothly and gracefully!
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Q & A May 8 wat I May 10 Gue May 11 Cam Stephen Sitarski, conductor/host Larry Larson, trumpet James Mason, oboe/English horn Monteverdi: Sinfonia and Ritornelli from Orfeo Ives: The Unanswered Question
Vivaldi: Sinfonia No. 3 in G major Copland: Quiet City Albinoni: Oboe Concerto in B-flat major Barber: Adagio for Strings Hovhaness: Alleluia and Fugue A. Scarlatti: Concerto grosso No. 3 in F major This intriguing program features the KWS’ own James Mason and Larry Larson offering American 20th Century and Italian Baroque music intertwined. There may be a surprise or two as well!
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KINDERCARMEN Oct 13 I CCPA I 10 & 11 am & Oct 27 I WRM I 10:30 am
KWS Woodwind Quintet Carmen — one of the world’s best-loved operas — has been redesigned for you! Beautiful melodies, love, jealousy, an entrancing gypsy girl, soldiers and even a bullfight come to life with costumes and castanets. Be ready to learn a Spanish dance!
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Buzzing Brass Feb 2 I WRM I 10:30 am & Feb 9 I CCPA I 10 & 11 am
KWS Brass Quintet What do trumpets, French horns, trombones, tubas and conch shells have in common? Join Teddy as he learns that the Brass family are like bees...always buzzing.
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GOLDILOCKS & THE THREE MUSICAL BEARS Apr 13 I CCPA I 10 & 11 am & Apr 27 I WRM I 10:30 am
The harp, trombone and oboe introduce you to three talented bears who sing, dance and cook the perfect porridge for Goldilocks in this delightful version of the classic fairytale. Saturday I 10 & 11 Am I Conrad centre for the performing arts Saturday I 10:30 Am I Waterloo Region Museum
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Major Mitchell salutes Melody I Oct 27 I CITS I 2:30 pm
Join Evan “Major” Mitchell and the KWS for an exciting boot camp featuring some of the world’s most amazing music! Major Mitchell will ask the question, “Just exactly what makes a melody great?” Fanfares, marches and even a little jazz will help with the answer. No military uniforms, equipment or training necessary.
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Drums, Drums, Drums! I Jan 19 I CITS I 2:30 pm
No matter who you are or where you come from, there’s one thing that everyone has in common: we all love drums! From all sizes of drums to the tinkling of the triangle to the majesty of the marimba, you’ll experience the A to Z of the wonderful world of rhythm, percussion and drums!
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The Harmony Factory I May 4 I CITS I 2:30 pm
Come listen to beautiful and enchanting harmonies with the KWS. Follow harmony’s progress from chant to pop music and everything in between. Take a tour of the Harmony Factory from your seat!
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Come and be inspired by the five ensembles in our nationally-renowned KWS Youth Orchestra Program. Over 150 talented young musicians, from early to very advanced musical development, play their hearts out at every concert. Ask us how to become a Youth Orchestra musician today!
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1 Nov 3 I CITS I 2 pm 2 Jan 26 I CITS I 2 pm 3 Apr 27 I CITS I 2 pm
Enhance your KWS Concert Experience Preludes
One hour before Signature Series concerts, join us for FREE Prelude pre-concert talks. Learn about the composers and the music, and gain insights about how to listen to select works. Or, hear interviews with guest artists and conductors.
afterpARTy
After select Friday night Signature Series concerts, join us at the Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery for the FREE afterpARTy. Mix and mingle with guest artists, KWS musicians and fellow audience members surrounded by KW|AG’s latest exhibit.
Know Before You Go
Want to know more about the pieces, composers or artists on the Signature Series? Visit kwsymphony.ca/knowbeforeyougo for program notes, notes from Edwin Outwater, videos and more! Don’t miss Insights, our regular podcast series with Assistant Conductor Evan Mitchell that’s full of information and fun facts, and will give you a better understanding of the music we perform.
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that the KWS remains a vibrant, core cultural organization for our Region and beyond. Each and every season we must raise $1.8 million in contributions from companies, foundations and supporters like you.
PLEASE PLAY YOUR PART TODAY Thank you to the many subscribers who include a charitable donation with their ticket order each season. If you are not already, please consider becoming a Friend of the KWS with a donation of $80 or more! For information on the benefits of supporting the KWS visit kwsymphony.ca or call 519-745-4711 x275. Thank you! The KWS is a registered charity. Charitable Registration Number: 12252 4713 RR 0001
The Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony gratefully acknowledges the generous support of our corporate sponsors:
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Balcony D Balcony B Mezzanine C Mezzanine A Orchestra D
Mezzanine A+ Orchestra C
First United Church 16 William St W Waterloo
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Orchestra B Balcony Loges B Mezzanine Loges A+
STAGE
Centre In The Square 101 Queen St N Kitchener
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Wheelchair seating is in main floor boxes on both sides. For detailed seating maps, please visit kwsymphony.ca
Harcourt Memorial United Church 87 Dean Ave Guelph Central Presbyterian Church 7 Queen’s Square Cambridge Waterloo Region Museum 10 Huron Road Kitchener
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Program content, artists and prices are subject to change without notice. We reserve the right to make substitutions and reschedule events if necessary. Refunds are given only in the event of a concert’s complete cancellation. Prices and dates listed in this brochure were correct at the time of printing. Every effort is made to ensure accuracy although errors may occur. Charitable No. 12252 4713 RR0001
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