Contents
03 Message from The Patron 04
Message from The Chief Executive Officer
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Resident Conductor
09 Concert Series 10 Subscriber Privileges 11
Season at a Glance
13 Concert Programme 33 Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS 34
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra
38 Malaysian Philharmonic Youth Orchestra 39 Encounter 40 Management 41
MPO/MPYO Season Repertoire Index
42 Concessions 43
How to Subscribe Online
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Booking & General Information
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Getting Here
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Co-Promotional Partners
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Sponsorship Opportunities
50 Acknowledgements All details are correct at time of printing. DEWAN FILHARMONIK PETRONAS reserves the right to vary without notice the artists and/or repertoire as necessary.
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Message
from the
PATRON
My heartiest congratulations to Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS and the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra on its 20th Anniversary celebration on August 17, this year. I am especially delighted to welcome Tengku Irfan as the Youth Brand Ambassador for the MPO and I am confident that Irfan will help to enhance the profile of MPO in the international arena. Over the years, DFP and MPO have significantly contributed to enhancing our cultural landscape, especially in classical music. Providing alternative entertainment, DFP and MPO have presented a variety of world-class performances that have undeniably enriched the life of Malaysians and the expatriate community. Since its inaugural performance in August 1998, the MPO has grown as an orchestra of international virtuosity and continues to enthrall its audiences with its brilliant artistry. The MPO continues to promote and nurture young local talents through the Malaysian Philharmonic Youth Orchestra, with activities and programmes under the tutelage of MPO musicians. Simultaneously, the Education and Outreach programmes of the MPO have made huge contributions in creating awareness and appreciation of classical music through its activities with schools and other learning institutions, hospitals and community centres. I would like to thank our main donor PETRONAS, our sponsors, partners and concert patrons for their continuing support of MPO, the MPO musicians for their inspiring performances, and the staff of DFP and MPO for their tireless commitment and work behind the scenes.
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It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to MPO’s 20th Anniversary Special, filled with exciting concerts at Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS. I congratulate the DFP and MPO for having reached this significant milestone, and I look forward to its continued success.
YABHG TUN DR. SITI HASMAH BT HAJI MOHD ALI
Message
from the CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Welcome to our 20th Anniversary Special Season! On August 17, 2018, we will mark the 20th Anniversary of MPO’s inaugural performance at Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS. MPO has kept alive the classical music heartbeat of the city, and stayed true to its promise and objective of nurturing, promoting and developing the love for classical music amongst Malaysians. Our concert repertoire and overall programming had undergone some changes over the years. Despite the constraints of our purpose-built concert hall, we had managed, beginning in Season 2012/13, to present exciting ballet and opera performances to introduce more versatility in our programming and to bring in new audiences. In Season 2015/16, we also presented the first-ever ‘circus’ in DFP… the Cirque de la Symphonie, and we rounded off last Season with a second performance in May 2018. This Anniversary Special Season lends itself to a fitting cross-over and change to the format of our concert seasons. Beginning 2019, our Concert Season shall commence in January and end in December of each Calendar Year, instead of the August-to-July window of previous seasons, which was in keeping with the European orchestral schedules. This new season schedule is part of our continuous improvement initiatives, and to enable us to better manage and align ourselves with the budgeting cycles of our main donor and sponsors. We take the opportunity of this Anniversary Special Season to announce that we have chosen Malaysian pianist prodigy, Tengku Ahmad Irfan Tengku Shahrizal, to be MPO’s Youth Brand Ambassador. We congratulate Tengku Ahmad Irfan and we are confident that he will continue to make the MPO and Malaysia proud in the international classical music scene. Our search for the next Music Director or Principal Conductor is still ongoing, and we will make our announcement at the appropriate time. In the meantime, our orchestra will be given the opportunity to learn from and work with various well-known conductors, with their diverse styles and music interpretations. This Anniversary Special Season, albeit a short one, will nevertheless promise continuing musical adventures, beginning with a Gala performance on August 17, 2018. I would like to conclude by thanking our main donor PETRONAS, our sponsors, partners, subscribers and audiences, for their continued support of the MPO, and to enable us to enhance the cultural landscape of Kuala Lumpur, as well as to reach out to various communities in the country. We hope you will enjoy our Anniversary Special’s musical offerings at Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS.
NOR RAINA YEONG ABDULLAH
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Resident Conductor Naohisa Furusawa has been a member of the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO) double bass section since January 2003. Born in Tokyo in 1973, he started to play the violin when he was four years old and later joined his junior high school orchestra as a double bass player at age 12. His first conducting experiences were with this school orchestra. Later, he studied double bass with Prof. Nobuo Shiga and piano and conducting with Prof. Kazue Kamiya at Tokyo’s Toho Gakuen School of Music. Furusawa has performed as a double bass player with the NHK Symphony, Yomiuri Nihon Symphony, Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony and several other orchestras, under the direction of many conductors including Seiji Ozawa, Kazuyoshi Akiyama, Wolfgang Sawallisch, Horst Stein, Lorin Maazel, Herbert Blomstedt, Pierre Boulez and Valery Gergiev.
NAOHISA FURUSAWA
In 1998, Furusawa was awarded a scholarship from the Cultural Affairs Agency of Japan to study double bass at the Mozarteum University in Salzburg. He has conducted Beethoven’s 9th Symphony five times with Tokyo’s MAX Philharmonic Orchestra. He also conducted Mahler’s Second Symphony with the MAX Philharmonic to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. He has conducted many youth ensembles, including MPO’s Encounter Training Ensemble, and the Miri Tutti Project in East Malaysia as part of the MPO’s Education and Outreach programme.
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Concert Series The CLASSICS series features great orchestral works ranging from the Baroque era to the contemporary period. Journey across the timeless beauty of the world’s best-loved classical music performed by the MPO partnered with renowned conductors and artists.
The SPECIALS series is a spellbinding mix of eclectic performances ranging from international Grammy award winners to local superstars. Experience brilliant musicianship by renowned artists enhanced by the superior acoustics of Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS.
The POPS series is a fantastic way to start your classical music journey! Enjoy a fascinating mix of light classics from your favourite movies, musicals and popular music performed ‘live’ by the MPO.
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The FAMILY FUN DAY series is an exciting way for younger audiences and especially children to explore the lighter side of classical music and the amazing sounds of the orchestra. These concerts are captivating, educational and engaging musical experiences designed to entertain the entire family.
Classics Specials
Pops Family Fun Day
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CLASSICAL • 15% off other Single Ticket Purchases • 15% off all Merchandise New Subscribers and those with up to 6 years of continuous subscription
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Subscriber Privileges
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*Complimentary Seat Upgrades
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Subscribers with 7 to 11 years of continuous subscription RENAISSANCE • 25% off Premium & A Reserve Single Ticket Purchases • 15% off other Single Ticket Purchases • 15% off all Merchandise Subscribers with 12 years of continuous subscription or cash donation of RM10,000 towards the MPO’s Education and Outreach activities in this Anniversary Special Season • Privileges are accorded at the discretion of DFP * Subject to availability and terms & conditions apply
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Classics
Season at a Glance
GALA CONCERT: MPO 20TH ANNIVERSARY 17 & 18 Aug 2018
BRAHMS’ DOUBLE & BEETHOVEN’S FIFTH 25 & 26 Aug 2018
MOZART: THE FINAL SYMPHONIES 22 & 23 Sep 2018
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Jac van Steen, conductor Tengku Irfan, piano
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Eiji Oue, conductor Soyoung Yoon, violin Istvàn Vàrdai, cello
Pg.16
Pg.13
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Naohisa Furusawa, conductor
Pg.14
Classics
RUSSIAN RHAPSODY 20 & 21 Oct 2018 Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Mark Wigglesworth, conductor Stephen Hough, piano Pg.20
MEMORY OF AN ANGEL 26 & 27 Oct 2018 Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Mark Wigglesworth, conductor James Ehnes, violin Pg.22
RAY CHEN PERFORMS SYMPHONIE ESPAGNOLE 3 & 4 Nov 2018 Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Okko Kamu, conductor Ray Chen, violin Pg.23
VIVA VENEZUELA! 10 & 11 Nov 2018 Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Malaysian Philharmonic Youth Orchestra Leonard Jacome, electric harp
Pg.24
Classics
CHORAL SPECTACULAR: CARMINA BURANA 24 & 25 Nov 2018 Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Roberto Abbado, conductor Pg.27
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VIVALDI’S FOUR SEASONS 1 & 2 Dec 2018 Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Roberto González-Monjas, conductor & violin Pg.29
MPYO
SCHUMANN MEETS BRAHMS 8 & 9 Dec 2018
ONCE UPON A TUNE 16 Dec 2018
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Stanislav Kochanovsky, conductor
Malaysian Philharmonic Youth Orchestra Naohisa Furusawa, conductor
Pg.30
Pg.32
POPS
THE MUSIC OF HANS ZIMMER 29 & 30 Sep 2018 Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Gerard Salonga, conductor Pg.17
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC: SYMPHONY FOR OUR WORLD 6 & 7 Oct 2018 Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Malaysian Institute of Art’s Mixed Voices Choir
THE MUSIC OF BILLY JOEL 17 & 18 Nov 2018
TALES OF WINTER 14 & 15 Dec 2018
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Michael Cavanaugh, vocals
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Malaysian Philharmonic Youth Orchestra Naohisa Furusawa, conductor
Pg.26
Pg.31
Pg.18
SPECIALS
FFD
SEMALAM DI MALAYA 15 & 16 Sep 2018
PINK MARTINI - ONE NIGHT ONLY 22 Oct 2018
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Ahmad Muriz Che Rose, conductor
Pink Martini
Pg.15
Pg.21
UPIN & IPIN WITH THE MPO 14 Oct 2018
Black, vocals Tomok, vocals
Naohisa Furusawa, conductor
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Upin & Ipin
Pg.28 HALL HIRE
Pg.19 HAPPY HOUR
RECITAL
CHAMBER CONCERTS
TOYOTA CLASSICS 13 Nov 2018
Chamber Concert I 18 Sep 2018
Pg.16
Orchestra of The Age Of Enlightenment
Chamber Concert II 16 Oct 2018
Pg.19
Chamber Concert III 4 Dec 2018
Pg.29
Chamber Concert IV 19 Dec 2018
Pg.32
Pg.25
TOMOK VS BLACK IN THE SPOTLIGHT 28 Nov 2018
Violin Recital 24 Oct 2018
Pg.22
Happy Hour I 10 Oct 2018
Pg.18
Happy Hour II 31 Oct 2018
Pg.23
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CLASSICS
GALA CONCERT: TH
MPO 20
ANNIVERSARY Fri 17 Aug 2018 Sat 18 Aug 2018
8:30pm 8:30pm
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Jac van Steen, conductor Tengku Irfan, piano SMETANA Bartered Bride Overture TCHAIKOVSKY Piano Concerto No. 1 RIMSKY-KORSAKOV Scheherazade An exhilarating, whirlwind-paced overture. The most iconic of piano concertos. An Arabian queen’s mesmerizing tale, replete with sensuous melodies and dazzling orchestral colour. It’s a programme befitting the grandest of events, as MPO celebrates the 20th anniversary of its historic 1998 inaugural concert. Gifted Malaysian pianist and budding conductor Tengku Irfan, born the very same year as MPO, graces the occasion alongside the eminent Jac van Steen. RM188
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CLASSICS
BRAHMS’ DOUBLE & BEETHOVEN’S FIFTH Sat 25 Aug 2018 Sun 26 Aug 2018
8:30pm 3:00pm
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Eiji Oue, conductor Soyoung Yoon, violin Istvàn Vàrdai, cello BEETHOVEN Leonore Overture No. 3 BRAHMS Concerto for Violin and Cello BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 5 Double the soloists, double the excitement! Soaring melodies and intricate passagework abound in the Concerto for Violin and Cello, Brahms’ last orchestral work and one of the finest of its kind. Take a breather, then be swept away by Beethoven’s most popular symphony, famed for its electrifying four-note opening and progression from stormy darkness to triumphant light. Esteemed conductor Eiji Oue lends his vivacious presence to this thrilling concert. RM141
RM113
RM84
RM56
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SPECIALS
SEMALAM
DI MALAYA
Sat 15 Sep 2018 Sun 16 Sep 2018
8:30pm 3:00pm
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Ahmad Muriz Che Rose, conductor AHMAD JAAFAR Jelingan Manja Ibu
JIMMY BOYLE Jauh-jauh Medley Putera Puteri & Chendering
SAIFUL BAHRI Semalam Di Malaya Medley Berjaya & Perajurit Tanah Air
AHMAD MERICAN Tanah Pusaka
ALFONSO SOLIANO Medley Airmata Berderai & Gadis Idaman Tunas Kasih
P. RAMLEE Hujan Di Tengahari Medley P. Ramlee Joget Malaysia
ZUBIR SAID Sayang Di Sayang Setangkai Kembang Melati 2018 marks sixty-one years of Malaysian independence, and MPO kicks off the celebrations with a special tribute to musical icons of yesteryear including jazz great Alfonso Soliano, RTM pioneer Ahmad Merican and the beloved P. Ramlee. Enjoy a nostalgic stroll down memory lane as renowned Malaysian vocalists and the MPO breathe new life into timeless classics such as Semalam Di Malaya, Airmata Berderai, Tanah Pusaka and Hujan Di Tengahari. RM358
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CLASSICS
MOZART: THE FINAL
SYMPHONIES Sat 22 Sep 2018 Sun 23 Sep 2018
8:30pm 3:00pm
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Naohisa Furusawa, conductor MOZART Symphony No. 39 MOZART Symphony No. 40 MOZART Symphony No. 41
CHAMBER CONCERT Tue 18 Sep 2018
6:30pm
BACH Sonata No. 3 BWV 1005 MOZART String Quartet No. 15 in D minor
“What a picture of a better world you have given us, Mozart!” So wrote Franz Schubert, and indeed Mozart’s legacy lives on today in over 600 works which stand as a timeless testament to his youthful genius. But why take Schubert’s word for it? Come on a journey with maestro Naohisa Furusawa and the MPO as they transport you into Mozart’s sound world in this performance of his final three symphonies, among the finest he ever wrote. RM141
RM113
RM84
RM56
MYASKOVSKY Quartet No. 13 in A minor, Op.86 All Seats: RM28
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The Music of
HANS ZIMMER POPS
Sat 29 Sep 2018 Sun 30 Sep 2018
8:30pm 3:00pm
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Gerard Salonga, conductor Movie buffs are in for a real treat as Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS resonates to the sounds of the silver screen. The man behind the music is none other than Hans Zimmer, the German-born Hollywood legend known as the ‘rock star amongst film composers’. His incredibly diverse output encompasses over 150 film scores including Madagascar, Gladiator, The Da Vinci Code, The Last Samurai and The Dark Knight. Fasten your seatbelts for an unforgettable movie music experience! RM141 17
RM113
RM84
RM56
POPS
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC: SYMPHONY FOR OUR WORLD Sat 6 Oct 2018 Sun 7 Oct 2018
8:30pm 3:00pm
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Jessica Gethin, conductor Malaysian Institute of Art’s Mixed Voices Choir From vast oceans, lush jungles and lofty mountain peaks, National Geographic brings us 130 years of ground-breaking footage condensed into one incredible multimedia symphonic experience. In this unique fusion of science and artistry, stunning visuals merge seamlessly with the glorious sounds of ‘live’ orchestra and choir. This original symphony by Bleeding Fingers Music evokes nature in all its splendour, each movement a powerful homage to the wonder and beauty of Planet Earth. RM226 RM179
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HAPPY HOUR Wed 10 Oct 2018
6:30pm
WVC Tan Ka Ming PURNAMA Phases of the moon All Seats: RM37
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FAMILY FUN DAY
Sun 14 Oct 2018
2:30pm & 4:30pm
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Naohisa Furusawa, conductor Upin & Ipin Malaysia’s favourite twins are back – and boy, are they excited to make their very first appearance at Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS! With a bit of help from their friends in the MPO, the mischievous brothers are all set to travel from the idyllic Kampung Durian Runtuh to the hustle and bustle of the big city. Bring along the whole family, meet Upin and Ipin, and be captivated by the screening of colourful animations with ‘live’ music by the MPO. RM122 19 19
RM94
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RM47
CHAMBER CONCERT Tue 16 Oct 2018
6:30pm
HANDEL-HALVORSEN Passacaglia for Violin & Viola BRAHMS Horn Trio in E flat major, Op.40 SCHÖNBERG Transfigured Night, Op.4 All Seats: RM28
CLASSICS
RUSSIAN RHAPSODY Sat 20 Oct 2018 Sun 21 Oct 2018
8:30pm 3:00pm
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Mark Wigglesworth, conductor Stephen Hough, piano RACHMANINOFF Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini SHOSTAKOVICH Symphony No. 8 Award-winning conductor Mark Wigglesworth and renowned pianist Stephen Hough return to Kuala Lumpur with two quintessential Russian works. Paganini’s Violin Caprice No. 24 lends its famous theme to Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, a lyrical and virtuosic set ofvariations for piano and orchestra. Our programme concludes with Shostakovich’s monumental Eighth Symphony, a work which reflects the tenacity of the human spirit against the evils of war and oppression. RM141
RM113
RM84
RM56
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SPECIALS
Mon 22 Oct 2018
8:30pm
Dubbed as one of the world’s most elegant ‘live’ bands, Pink Martini takes centre stage at DFP for an exclusive one-night-only performance. Known as the ‘little orchestra’ that crosses the genres of classical music, classic pop, Latin music and jazz, they will be in their element delivering multilingual songs from around the world and across the decades. Together with the sultry vocals of lead singer China Forbes, the concert promises to conjure a fantasy of ageless glamour, full of romance and charm. 21
RM358
RM254
RM198
RM141
PINK MARTINI
One Night Only
CLASSICS
MEMORY of an ANGEL Fri 26 Oct 2018 Sat 27 Oct 2018
8:30pm 8:30pm
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Mark Wigglesworth, conductor James Ehnes, violin VERDI The Force of Destiny Overture BERG Violin Concerto SIBELIUS Symphony No. 2 Hailed by the Globe and Mail as “the Jascha Heifetz of our day”, star Canadian violinist James Ehnes makes a highly anticipated return to Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS to perform Alban Berg’s Violin Concerto, a work dedicated “to the memory of an angel”. Giuseppe Verdi’s dramatic Overture to The Force of Destiny and Jean Sibelius’ sunny Second Symphony frame this exciting evening with the MPO led by acclaimed British conductor, Mark Wigglesworth. RM141
RM113
RM84
RM56
VIOLIN RECITAL Wed 24 Oct 2018
8:30pm
James Ehnes, violin Andrew Armstrong, piano BEETHOVEN Sonata Op.12 No. 1 RAVEL Violin Sonata No. 2 in G major BRAHMS Sonatensatz WoO 2 CORIGLIANO Sonata for Violin and Piano RM66
RM47
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CLASSICS
RAY CHEN performs
SYMPHONIE ESPAGNOLE Sat 3 Nov 2018 Sun 4 Nov 2018
8:30pm 3:00pm
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Okko Kamu, conductor Ray Chen, violin RAVEL Pavane pour une infante défunte LALO Symphonie espagnole DVOŘÁK Symphony No. 8
HAPPY HOUR BACH TO BAROQUE Wed 31 Oct 2018 Runa Baagöe 23
All Seats: RM37
6:30pm
Sparks are sure to fly as hotshot violinist Ray Chen and the MPO serve up a feast of Iberian flavours in Lalo’s sizzling showpiece, Symphonie Espagnole. For appetizer and dessert, savour a delightful sampling of the best of France and Bohemia. Ravel awakens our taste buds with a subtle, shimmering Pavane, while Dvořák’s refreshing Eighth Symphony provides the perfect culmination to our musical banquet with its sumptuous melodies, gleaming orchestration and jubilant finale. RM141
RM113
RM84
RM56
CLASSICS
VIVA VENEZUELA! Sat 10 Nov 2018 Sun 11 Nov 2018
8:30pm 3:00pm
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Malaysian Philharmonic Youth Orchestra Leonard Jacome, electric harp (in collaboration with Embassy of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela) VARIOUS Mosaico Llanero Venezolano JACOME Arpa mestiza RACHMANINOFF Symphony No. 2 When Leonard Jacome’s fingers touch the strings of his harp, the spark of first contact builds into a fiery cascade, setting the air ablaze with the melodies and rhythms of his native Venezuela. Following his immensely successful KL début in 2016, Jacome returns with another spellbinding performance showcasing the versatility of both the Venezuelan acoustic and electric harp. After intermission, bask in the warm glow of Rachmaninoff’s sublimely beautiful, richly romantic Second Symphony. RM141
RM113
RM84
RM56
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HALL HIRE
TOYOTA
CLASSICS
Tue 13 Nov 2018
8:30pm
Orchestra of The Age Of Enlightenment Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is a programme that UMW Toyota Motor holds close to its heart. As part of their commitment towards giving back to society, they present, once again, the Toyota Classics series – a musical extravaganza that aims to raise funds to benefit the lives of the underprivileged. Toyota Classics 2018 showcases one of UK’s most renowned ensembles, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, in a marvellous evening of Baroque and Classical gems. Tickets for Toyota Classics 2018 concert will be on sale at a later date.
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POPS
The Music Of
BILLY JOEL Sat 17 Nov 2018 Sun 18 Nov 2018
8:30pm 3:00pm
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Michael Cavanaugh, vocals Feeling the Pressure after A Hard Day’s Night? This Is The Time to head on down to DFP! Sit back, relax, and let the Piano Man’s greatest hits put you in a New York State of Mind. You’ve laughed, cried and hummed along with Billy Joel’s signature tunes. Now, come and hear his fearsomely talented protégé Michael Cavanaugh (dubbed the new voice of the American Rock & Roll Songbook) as he pairs his powerhouse vocals with the MPO in a spectacular tribute to the great singer-songwriter. RM226 RM179
RM150
RM113
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CLASSICS
CHORAL SPECTACULAR:
CARMINA BURANA Sat 24 Nov 2018 Sun 25 Nov 2018
8:30pm 3:00pm
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Roberto Abbado, conductor HAYDN Symphony No. 103 ORFF Carmina Burana “O Fortuna!” Carmina Burana’s explosive first movement arrives like a thunderbolt, ushering in a celebration of life and love which brims with exuberance and raw energy. Such was the success of this choral tour de force that it propelled Orff to worldwide fame. Likewise, the “Drumroll” Symphony, with its unmistakable timpani opening, represents Haydn at the peak of his career. With veteran maestro Roberto Abbado and DFP’s magnificent acoustics in the mix, this is one sonic spectacle you won’t want to miss. RM188
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SPECIALS
Wed 28 Nov 2018
8:30pm
Tomok, vocals Black, vocals Two of Malaysia’s most prominent young male pop artists today, Tomok and Black will go face to face in this one-night-only concert. Well known for their vocal prowess and individual styles, hear them belt out their most popular tunes, ranging from energetic rock to power ballads. Together they embody the sound and spirit of today’s youth in an exciting musical showcase. RM100
RM80
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CLASSICS
Vivaldi’s
FOUR SEASONS Sat 1 Dec 2018 Sun 2 Dec 2018
8:30pm 3:00pm
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Roberto González-Monjas, conductor & violin VIVALDI The Four Seasons MUSSORGSKY Pictures at an Exhibition Few works have enjoyed such enduring appeal as Antonio Vivaldi’s sparkling Four Seasons, a Baroque masterpiece which continues to delight audiences almost three hundred years after it was first written. Take a leisurely promenade with Russian composer Modest Mussorgsky as he visits an art gallery and brings each scene vividly to life in the colourful Pictures at an Exhibition. Violinist and conductor Roberto González-Monjas helms this concert, rich in musical imagery. RM141
RM113
RM84
RM56
CHAMBER CONCERT Tue 4 Dec 2018
6:30pm
SHOSTAKOVICH String Quartet No. 9 SCHUBERT Cello Quintet in C major D.956 29
All Seats: RM28
CLASSICS
SCHUMANN MEETS
BRAHMS
Sat 8 Dec 2018 Sun 9 Dec 2018
8:30pm 3:00pm
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Stanislav Kochanovsky, conductor BRAHMS Tragic Overture SCHUMANN Symphony No. 3 BRAHMS Symphony No. 3 Mark Zuckerberg had Steve Jobs as his mentor; Yves St. Laurent – Christian Dior; Oprah Winfrey – Maya Angelou. As for the young Johannes Brahms, his friend and champion came in the form of fellow composer Robert Schumann, who famously predicted that Brahms was destined for greatness. Hear the genius of both mentor and mentee in two superb symphonies written 33 years apart, ushered in by a solemn and dramatic overture. RM141
RM113
RM84
RM56
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TALES OF WINTER Fri 14 Dec 2018 Sat 15 Dec 2018
8:30pm 8:30pm
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Malaysian Philharmonic Youth Orchestra Naohisa Furusawa, conductor HUMPERDINCK Hansel & Gretel Overture MOZART 3 German Dances K. 605 WAGNER Siegfried Idyll TCHAIKOVSKY Nutcracker Suite No. 1 TCHAIKOVSKY Marche Slave Gingerbread, sleigh bells, a love letter from a doting composer to his wife on Christmas Day – all these in just the first half of this holiday-themed programme by the MPO and MPYO. Of course, no year-end party would be truly complete sans a sprinkling of musical bonbons from the Kingdom of Sweets. And to top it all off, the stirring sounds of a Slavonic March from the ultimate creator of grand finales. Let the festivities begin! RM141 31
RM113
RM84
RM56
MPYO
ONCE UPON A TUNE Sun 16 Dec 2018
3:00pm
Malaysian Philharmonic Youth Orchestra Naohisa Furusawa, conductor HUMPERDINCK Hansel & Gretel Overture
CHAMBER CONCERT Malaysian Philharmonic Youth Orchestra Wed 19 Dec 2018
8:30pm
All Seats: RM28
FALLA Three Cornered Hat Suite No. 2 TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No. 5 Our musical adventure starts off in the enchanted Ilsenstein forest, winds its way through themes of love and revenge in an Andalusian village and culminates in the dramatic narrative of a Russian master storyteller. Let your imagination take flight as Naohisa Furusawa and the MPYO bring to life three of classical music’s most beloved works: Humperdinck’s wonderfully evocative Hansel & Gretel Overture, Falla’s Three Cornered Hat with its Spanish dance rhythms, and Tchaikovsky’s powerful Fifth Symphony. RM94
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Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS (DFP) is Malaysia’s first concert hall dedicated to classical music and home to the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO). Located at the PETRONAS Twin Towers, it was officially opened on 17 August 1998 by the patron of the MPO, Tun Dr. Siti Hasmah Haji Mohd Ali and Prime Minister, Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad. Designed by Cesar Pelli, the hall takes its inspiration from the traditional shoe-box shape of the great 19th century European concert halls with the magnificent Klais Pipe Organ providing a spectacular backdrop to the stage. The hall seats 920 people at one time, which includes box seats, corporate suites and a royal suite. Acoustics experts Kirkegaard & Associates have incorporated unique acoustical devices into its design to maximize the hall’s natural qualities. Celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2018, DFP plays an integral part in the music and cultural landscape of the city of Kuala Lumpur and Malaysia. It continues to enthrall audiences since the day it first opened its doors. Other world renowned orchestras that have performed here include the New York Philharmonic, Philadelphia Orchestra, BBC Symphony and Vienna Symphony. Beyond classical music, DFP has hosted ensembles of jazz and world music such as the Count Basie Orchestra, Yellowjackets, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Mezzoforte, Igudesman & Joo, Pink Martini and Gotan Project.
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International superstars who have graced the stage include Harry Connick Jr., Diana Krall, Anoushka Shankar, Laura Fygi, Zakir Hussain, Larry Carlton, Harvey Malaihollo and Ruth Sahanaya. Renowned Malaysian artists including SM Salim, Sheila Majid, M Nasir, Siti Nurhaliza, Jamal Abdillah, Khadijah Ibrahim, Ramli Sarip, Ella, Yuna, Faizal Tahir, Najwa and Dayang Nurfaizah have mesmerised audiences at DFP. DFP also provides the platform to showcase the talents of young Malaysians from the Malaysian Philharmonic Youth Orchestra (MPYO). DFP’s success is attributed to its exceptional architectural design, superior acoustics and recording studio modelled after the legendary Abbey Road Studios. As the first purpose-built concert hall in Malaysia, DFP will continue to provide Malaysians with world-class music experiences through innovative programmes and repertoire every season.
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra The Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO) gave its inaugural performance at Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS (DFP) on 17 August 1998. With the initial search for outstanding musicians involving a worldwide audition tour, the result was a symphony orchestra made up of musicians from 25 nations, including 4 from Malaysia, a remarkable example of harmony among different cultures and nationalities. A host of internationally-acclaimed musicians has performed with the MPO including Lorin Maazel, Sir Neville Marriner, Yehudi Menuhin, Joshua Bell, Harry Connick Jr., José Carreras, Andrea Bocelli, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Chris Botti and Branford Marsalis, many of whom have praised the MPO for its fine musical qualities and vitality. With each new season, the MPO continues to present an exciting programme of orchestral music drawn from over three centuries, as well as the crowd-pleasing concert series. Its versatility transcends genres, from classical masterpieces to film music, pop, jazz, traditional, contemporary and commissioned works.
Its Education and Outreach Programme, ENCOUNTER, reaches beyond the concert platform to develop musical awareness and appreciation through dedicated activities at such diverse venues as schools and colleges, hospitals, orphanages and other community centres. The MPO’s commitment to furthering musical interest in the nation has been the creation of the Malaysian Philharmonic Youth Orchestra (MPYO); its inaugural concert at DFP on 25 August 2007 was followed by a tour in Peninsular Malaysia. It has performed in Sabah and Sarawak (2008), Singapore (2009 and 2017), Brisbane, Australia (2012), Kedah (2013) and Johor Baru (2014). The MPO has also released 22 commercial CDs. As it celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2018, the MPO remains steadfast in its mission to share the depth, power and beauty of great music. The MPO’s main benefactor is PETRONAS and its patron is Tun Dr. Siti Hasmah Haji Mohd Ali.
The MPO regularly performs at major cities of Malaysia. Internationally, it has showcased its virtuosity to audiences in Singapore (1999, 2001 and 2005), Japan (2001, 2009 and 2017), Korea (2001), Australia (2004), China (2006), Taiwan (2007) and Vietnam (2013).
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Meet the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra
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Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra RESIDENT CONDUCTOR Naohisa Furusawa
VIOLA Co-Principal Gábor Mokány
FLUTE Co-Principal Yukako Yamamoto
HORN Section Principal Grzegorz Curyla
FIRST VIOLIN Co-Concertmaster Peter Daniš
Ong Lin Kern Sun Yuan Fan Ran Thian Ai Wen Emil Csonka
Sub-Principal Rachel Jenkyns
Co-Principal James Schumacher
PICCOLO Principal Sonia Croucher
Sub-Principals Laurence Davies Barkin Sönmezer
OBOE Section Principal Simon Emes
Assistant Principal Sim Chee Ghee
Principal Ming Goh Co-Principal Zhenzhen Liang Maho Daniš Martijn Noomen Sherwin Thia Runa Baagöe Miroslav Daniš Evgeny Kaplan Marcel Andriesii Tan Ka Ming Petia Atanasova SECOND VIOLIN Section Principal Timothy Peters Assistant Principal Luisa Hyams Stefan Kocsis Anastasia Kiseleva Catalina Alvarez Ionut Mazareanu Chia-Nan Hung Yanbo Zhao Ling Yunzhi Robert Kopelman
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CELLO Co-Principal Csaba Körös Assistant Principal Steven Retallick Sub-Principal Mátyás Major Gerald Davis Laurentiu Gherman Julie Dessureault Elizabeth Tan Suyin Sejla Simon DOUBLE BASS Section Principal Wolfgang Steike John Kennedy Jun-Hee Chae Naohisa Furusawa Raffael Bietenhader Andreas Dehner
Sub-Principal Niels Dittmann CLARINET Section Principal Gonzalo Esteban Co-Principal David Dias da Silva Sub-Principal Matthew Larsen BASS CLARINET Principal Chris Bosco BASSOON Section Principal Alexandar Lenkov Sub-Principal Denis Plangger CONTRABASSOON Principal Vladimir Stoyanov
TRUMPET Co-Principal William Theis Sub-Principal Jeffrey Missal TROMBONE Co-Principal Fernando Borja TIMPANI Section Principal Matthew Thomas PERCUSSION Section Principal Matthew Prendergast Sub-Principal Joshua Vonderheide HARP Principal Tan Keng Hong
Malaysian Philharmonic Youth Orchestra The initial steps towards realising the long-cherished dream of the late PETRONAS Chairman, Tun Azizan Zainul Abidin, to create a youth orchestra as a ‘stage for young talents’, alongside the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO), were taken on 13 January 2006. Some 500 aspiring musicians from across Malaysia auditioned and 110 – with an average age of 18 years – were selected to form the Malaysian Philharmonic Youth Orchestra (MPYO). After a period of intensive training under its founding conductor, Kevin Field, and mentors drawn from the ranks of the MPO, the MPYO gave its first public concert in Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS on 25 August 2007. It has since established a pattern of music camps held three to four times a year, culminating in performances in Kuala Lumpur and beyond. It has toured Peninsula Malaysia (2007 and 2010), Sabah and Sarawak (2008), as well as performed in Singapore (2009 and 2017) and in Brisbane, Australia, as part of an exchange programme with the Queensland Youth Orchestra (2012).
musicians as tutors. The music repertoire ranges from symphonic pieces to specially-commissioned works by Malaysian composers. In an innovative project, ‘Jazzaar’, in 2010, the orchestra collaborated with six leading jazz musicians from the USA, led by Fritz Renold (who wrote his Suite Nusantara specially for the project) to enrich and widen their musical experience. In 2013, the orchestra performed in Kedah with renowned local singers Datin Paduka Julie Sudiro and Datuk Yusni Hamid in a keroncong concert attended by the HRH Agong of Malaysia. In 2014, the ensemble collaborated with Yayasan Warisan Johor and Orkestra Tradisional Malaysia in Johor Baru. In 2015, the MPYO was given the honour to perform at the opening of the 128th International Olympic Committee (IOC) Session in Kuala Lumpur. In 2017, the MPYO was invited to perform at Majlis Santapan Malam Memuliakan Mesyuarat Majlis Raja-Raja ke-247 at Istana Negara, and Majlis Jamuan Teh Sempena Sambutan Ulang Tahun Hari Keputeraan Rasmi DYMM Sultan Ibrahim Ibni Almarhum Sultan Iskandar, Sultan Johor.
Auditions are held every year, to provide opportunities for talented young Malaysian musicians to join the MPYO and participate in orchestral training and performances, under the guidance of MPO
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Encounter MPO’s Encounter & Outreach programmes are aimed at bringing and sharing the joy and experiences of (essentially) classical music to the local community. From Perlis to Sabah, Encounter brings the joy of ‘live’ music performances to thousands of people of all ages and helps to support the burgeoning music culture in Malaysia. Encounter prides itself in creating awareness and appreciation of classical music among school children and aspiring music students, through performances not only at Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS, but also performances at schools, masterclasses, workshops and various talks by MPO and other professional musicians, including visiting artists. Whether you are a child prodigy, eager amateur or professional musician, Encounter has something for everyone. Music moves people, so make Encounter a part of your life. For more information, please contact the Encounter Hotline at +603 2331 9298/9176 or email encounter@mpo.com.my Website: mpo.com.my/education-outreach/
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Management MALAYSIAN PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Nor Raina Yeong Abdullah GENERAL MANAGER Khor Chin Yang Soraya Mansor GENERAL MANAGER’S OFFICE Timmy Ong
MUSIC LIBRARY Ong Li-Huey Wong Seong Seong Muhammad Zaid Azzim Mohd Diah EDUCATION & OUTREACH Shireen Jasin Mokhtar Shafrin Sabri
ARTISTIC ADMINISTRATION/ ORCHESTRA MANAGEMENT/ MALAYSIAN PHILHARMONIC YOUTH ORCHESTRA Ahmad Muriz Che Rose Sharon Francis Lihan Fadilah Kamal Francis Shireen Jasin Mokhtar Katherine Tan Jia Yiing
DEWAN FILHARMONIK PETRONAS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Nor Raina Yeong Abdullah BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT Wan Yuzaini Wan Yahya At Ziafrizani Chek Pa Nurartikah Ilyas Kartini Ratna Sari Ahmat Adam Aishah Sarah Ismail Affendee MARKETING Yazmin Lim Abdullah Hisham Abdul Jalil Munshi Ariff Abu Hassan Farah Diyana Ismail Noor Sarul Intan Salim Muhammad Shahrir Aizat Muhammad Shuhaili Ahmad Kusolehin Adha Kamaruddin CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT Yayuk Yulianawati Rila Jalwati Mohd Noor
PLANNING, FINANCE & IT Mohammed Hakimi Mohammed Rosli Norhisham Abd Rahman Siti Nur Ilyani Ahmad Fadzillah Nurfharah Farhana Hashimi PROCUREMENT & CONTRACT Logiswary Raman Norhaszilawati Zainudin HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION Sharhida Saad Muknoazlida Mukhadzim Nor Afidah Nordin Nik Nurul Nadia Nik Abdullah TECHNICAL OPERATIONS Firoz Khan Mohd Zamir Mohd Isa Shahrul Rizal Mohd Ali Dayan Erwan Maharal Zolkarnain Sarman
MUSIC TALENT DEVELOPMENT & MANAGEMENT Soraya Mansor
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MPO/MPYO Season
Repertoire Index
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COMPOSER
REPERTOIRE
DATE
AHMAD JAAFAR AHMAD JAAFAR AHMAD MERICAN ALFONSO SOLIANO ALFONSO SOLIANO BACH BEETHOVEN BEETHOVEN BEETHOVEN BERG BRAHMS BRAHMS BRAHMS BRAHMS BRAHMS CORIGLIANO DVOŘÁK FALLA HANDEL-HALVORSEN HAYDN HUMPERDINCK JIMMY BOYLE JIMMY BOYLE MOZART MOZART MOZART MOZART MOZART MUSSORGSKY LALO ORFF P. RAMLEE P. RAMLEE P. RAMLEE RACHMANINOFF RAVEL RAVEL SAIFUL BAHRI SAIFUL BAHRI SCHÖNBERG SHOSTAKOVICH SCHUBERT SCHUMANN SIBELIUS TCHAIKOVSKY TCHAIKOVSKY TCHAIKOVSKY TCHAIKOVSKY VERDI VIVALDI WAGNER ZUBIR SAID ZUBIR SAID
Jelingan Manja Ibu Tanah Pusaka Medley Airmata Berderai & Gadis Idaman Tunas Kasih Sonata No. 3 BWV 1005 Leonora Overture No. 3 Symphony No. 5 Sonata Op.12 No. 1 Violin Concerto Concerto for Violin and Cello Horn Trio in E flat major, Op.40 Sonatensatz WoO 2 Tragic Overture Symphony No. 3 Sonata for Violin and Piano Symphony No. 8 Three Cornered Hat Suite No. 2* Passacaglia for Violin & Viola Symphony No. 103 Hansel & Gretel Overture* Jauh-jauh Medley Putera Puteri & Chendering String Quartet No. 15 in D minor Symphony No. 39 Symphony No. 40 Symphony No. 41 German Dances K. 605 Pictures at an Exhibition Symphonie espagnole Carmina Burana Hujan Di Tengahari Medley P. Ramlee Joget Malaysia Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini Violin Sonata No. 2 in G major, M.77 Pavane pour une infante défunte Semalam Di Malaya Medley Berjaya & Perajurit Tanah Air Transfigured Night, Op.4 Symphony No. 8 Cello Quintet in C major D.956 Symphony No. 3 Symphony No. 2 Piano Concerto No. 1 Nutcracker Suite No. 1 Marche Slave Symphony No. 5* The Force of Destiny Overture The Four Seasons Siegfried Idyll Sayang Di Sayang Setangkai Kembang Melati
15 – 16 Sep 2018 15 – 16 Sep 2018 15 – 16 Sep 2018 15 – 16 Sep 2018 15 – 16 Sep 2018 18 Sep 2018 25 – 26 Aug 2018 25 – 26 Aug 2018 24 Oct 2018 26 – 27 Oct 2018 25 – 26 Aug 2018 16 Oct 2018 24 Oct 2018 8 – 9 Dec 2018 8 – 9 Dec 2018 24 Oct 2018 3 – 4 Nov 2018 16 Dec 2018 16 Oct 2018 24 – 25 Nov 2018 14 – 16 Dec 2018 15 – 16 Sep 2018 15 – 16 Sep 2018 18 Sep 2018 22 – 23 Sep 2018 22 – 23 Sep 2018 22 – 23 Sep 2018 14 – 15 Dec 2018 1 – 2 Dec 2018 3 – 4 Nov 2018 24 – 25 Nov 2018 15 – 16 Sep 2018 15 – 16 Sep 2018 15 – 16 Sep 2018 20 – 21 Oct 2018 24 Oct 2018 3 – 4 Nov 2018 15 – 16 Sep 2018 15 – 16 Sep 2018 16 Oct 2018 20 – 21 Oct 2018 4 Dec 2018 8 – 9 Dec 2018 26 – 27 Oct 2018 17 – 18 Aug 2018 14 – 15 Dec 2018 14 – 15 Dec 2018 16 Dec 2018 26 – 27 Oct 2018 1 – 2 Dec 2018 14 – 15 Dec 2018 15 – 16 Sep 2018 15 – 16 Sep 2018
*MPYO
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SEATING PLAN
This standard seating plan is subject to change depending on the concert. 4 5 6
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A Reserve
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SUMAZAU
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CINTA SAYANG
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NAFIRI
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Booking Information
General Information DRESS CODE: SMART CASUAL.
BOOKINGS may be made • Online: mpo.com.my • At the Box Office • Phone: 603-2331 7007 • E-mail: boxoffice@dfp.com.my
STRICTLY NO TORN JEANS, SHORTS, COLLARLESS T-SHIRTS, SINGLETS, SNEAKERS, SPORTS ATTIRE, SPORTS SHOES AND SLIPPERS AT ANY TIME.
BOX OFFICE HOURS • Tue-Sat: 10:30am to 6:30pm • Performance nights: 10:30am to 9:00pm • Performance Sundays: 12:00pm to concert time • Closed on Mondays and Public Holidays unless a concert is scheduled. CARDS ACCEPTED The following credit cards are accepted: Visa, MasterCard, and American Express. ETT ICKKE TTIC
CONDITIONS OF SALE • Valid tickets are required for admittance into the concert hall. • No refunds. All sales are final. • Discounts cannot be combined. • Concessions are only redeemable at the DFP Box Office. • Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS reserves the right to introduce discounts and other price changes, and vary seating arrangement without notice. • Out of consideration for both audience and artists, children under the age of 8 are not allowed in the concert hall unless otherwise indicated. • For Family Fun Day concerts, children aged 4 and above will be admitted with paid admission. • The artistic programme (including all artists and repertoire) is subject to change without notice.
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EXCHANGES • Tickets may be exchanged up to 72 hours prior to the original performance for another performance in this Season. Exchanges are done on a ticket for ticket basis and any difference in price will either be charged or forfeited. • All exchanges must be done in person at the Box Office and the original tickets must be returned. • Lost ticket will be subjected to a penalty of RM5 per ticket. • Lost/reprinted tickets cannot be exchanged. • All exchanges carry a non-refundable fee of RM5 per ticket. SEATING CATEGORY
P = Premium A = A Reserve B = B Reserve • Seating plan is subject to change.
C = C Reserve
WHEELCHAIR USERS A ticket purchased by a wheelchair user entitles him/her to a free ticket for a companion.
S = Suite
Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS (DFP) is situated at the PETRONAS Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur City Centre. There is a basement autopay car park at KLCC. When you enter the basement car park, follow the signs marked ‘Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS’. FACILITIES FOR THE DISABLED Facilities for wheelchair users include a ramp to the foyer, a lift with low-level buttons, levelled floor and a designated wheelchair position in the stalls. A unisex toilet for customers with disabilities is available at the Stalls, Circle and Upper Circle levels. An induction loop is available in the Stalls and relays the performance to those using hearing aids with a T-setting. Please advise our Box Office staff at the time you book your tickets if you require the above services. LATECOMERS Concerts at DFP begin promptly at the advertised starting time. No latecomers will be admitted until the interval or a suitable break in the programme. Members of the audience who leave the hall before or during the performance will not be re-admitted until the next suitable break. Latecomers to Chamber/Happy Hour/Family Fun Day concerts will not be admitted as these concerts are only one hour long with no suitable breaks. As a courtesy to the performers and other audience members, please remain in your seat until the concert has concluded. ELECTRONIC DEVICES (including mobile phones, watch alarms etc) All concert goers are requested to switch off their mobile phones, watch alarms and other electronic devices before entering the concert hall. All usage of mobile phones such as the Short Messaging Service (SMS) is prohibited; this is to ensure an ideal concert experience both for the performers and other audience members. RECORDING EQUIPMENT (including cameras, video recorders, mobile phones) All forms of recording and photography equipment are strictly prohibited in the concert hall. We seek the co-operation and understanding of all audience members in observing this policy. BAG CHECKS The safety and security of our patrons are of utmost importance to us. Whether you decide to deposit your bags or bring them into the hall, your bags may be subject to security checks. However, all bulky items, plastic carriers, backpacks, large briefcases and umbrellas must be placed at the lockers at Level 1. LOCKERS Free locker facilities are available at Level 1 of the concert hall. It is opened 30 minutes before performance until 30 minutes after its conclusion. FOOD & DRINKS are not allowed in the concert hall.
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NO SMOKING Smoking is strictly prohibited in the concert hall.
Getting Here By Car Access KLCC through Jalan Ampang, Jalan P. Ramlee and Jalan Kia Peng. Tunnels at Jalan P. Ramlee, Jalan Tun Razak and the Ampang – Kuala Lumpur Elevated Highway (AKLEH) are also directly connected to the KLCC Parking Bays. Upon entering the basement car park, follow the signs marked ‘Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS’ that lead directly to the lifts connected to the concert hall foyer. M ETER
By Taxi Numerous and convenient, taxis are a popular way of travelling. Always request the driver to switch on the fare meter before your journey. The taxis can easily drop you off around Suria KLCC’s main entrance. By Train Take the Rapid KL Kelana Jaya Line from any LRT station within Klang Valley and make your way to KLCC station (KJ10).
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BOX OFFICE Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS Ground Floor, Tower 2, PETRONAS Twin Towers Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur mpo.com.my malaysianphilharmonicorchestra
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Co-Promotional Partners To enjoy subscriber-only benefits beyond the concert experience, just present your DFP Subscriber Privilege Card at these participating outlets.
San Francisco Coffee • 15% discount on total bill at all San Francisco Coffee outlets (except for Genting Skyway outlet) • 10% discount on total bill upon presenting DFP/MPO concert ticket on concert day
Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur • 10% discount on Best Available Rates (BAR) on rooms • 15% discount on laundry for in-house guest • 15% discount on F&B at Gobo Chit Chat, Gobo Upstairs Lounge & Grill • 15% discount on Spa Ala-Carte Treatment Terms & Conditions • BAR on rooms NOT applicable during blackout dates from 30-31 December 2018 • NOT applicable to alcoholic beverages, tobacco products and takeaways for F&B items • NOT applicable to promotional items during Eve and Public Holidays
Terms & Conditions • Applicable for cash payment ONLY • Valid for dine in and takeaway. NOT valid for delivery • NOT applicable on existing discounts, sets and offers • Discount cannot be combined • Discount NOT valid for merchandise
Yamaha Music (Malaysia) • 5% discount from retail selling price (RSP) for Yamaha Japan made Grand Pianos and Bosendorfer Grand Pianos • 30% discount from retail selling price (RSP) for selected Audio Visual Products. Products offer may vary from time to time • Registration Fee waiver for all Music Classes (subject to availability) Terms & Conditions • Discount is ONLY valid at Yamaha Music (Malaysia) direct retail store at Kelana Jaya, Subang Parade and Mid Valley • Registration fee waiver for music classes is ONLY applicable for non-peak period (weekdays from 10:00am to 3:00pm)
Kinokuniya • 5% discount on all normal priced books and stationaries Terms & Conditions • Applicable for cash payment ONLY
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La Juiceria • 5% discount on all cold-pressed juices • 5% discount on total bill at La Juiceria Superfoods Xpress Terms & Conditions • Discount on all cold-pressed juices ONLY applicable at La Juiceria Suria KLCC and Avenue K • La Juiceria Superfoods Xpress discount is ONLY valid at Avenue K outlet • Not applicable with other ongoing promo and other discount voucher
Mamasan Restaurant • 10% discount on total bill at Mamasan Restaurant, KLCC • Happy Hour deals will be offered after MPO’s concert (last food orders at 10:45pm and drinks at 11:30pm) Terms & Conditions • The above benefits are ONLY applicable at Mamasan Kuala Lumpur outlet. NOT valid at Mamasan Bali & Hong Kong outlets
Petrosains • 10% discount admission ticket to Petrosains, The Discovery Centre Terms & Conditions • Valid to purchase admission tickets to Petrosains main exhibition gallery ONLY • Discount is NOT applicable to Family Package and with other discounts & promotions • Discount is valid on all days including Public Holidays
Twin Towers Fitness Centre • A special Casual Visit fee at RM35 per person (normal rate at RM70) Towels and locker will be provided. Just bring own padlock • A special discount at Take a Bite Café Terms & Conditions • Discount at Take a Bite Café varies on monthly promotion basis
Xplorasi Petrosains Gift Shop • 10% discount at Xplorasi Petrosains Gift Shop Terms & Conditions • Discount is NOT applicable to promotional items, super value/best buy items and agent controlled items • Discount is not redeemable/exchangeable for cash
Chakri Palace • 15% discount on total bill for dinner at Chakri Palace • FREE Chakri Group Privilege Card worth RM30, redeemable at the restaurant’s counter Terms & Conditions • Discount for Dinner starts at 6:00pm onwards • Applicable at all Chakri Palace outlets • Valid for cash payment and credit card
GIFT SHOP PETRONAS Twin Towers Gift Shop • 10% discount at PETRONAS Twin Towers Gift Shop Terms & Conditions • Discount is NOT applicable to promotional items, super value/best buy items and agent controlled items
Melur & Thyme • 10% discount on total bill at Melur & Thyme Terms & Conditions • Discount valid at all Melur & Thyme outlets • Applicable for cash payment and credit card
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Sponsorship Opportunities Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS (DFP) is Malaysia’s prestigious concert hall located at the magnificent PETRONAS Twin Towers, KLCC. Designed by Cesar Pelli, DFP continues to connect each guest with its timeless charm, superior acoustics and is an integral part of the music and cultural landscape of Malaysia and the city of Kuala Lumpur. DFP is also home to the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO) and hosts over 100 concerts during its season calendar. Various donor, sponsorship and branding opportunities including CORPORATE HOSPITALITY, CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP, CONCERT SPONSORSHIP and CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY programmes are available for you and your esteemed organisation. Our CORPORATE HOSPITALITY suites allow you to host your guests at a 6 or 8 seater suite for an enchanting musical experience from only RM1,500 per concert. MPO’s ENCOUNTER is a unique opportunity for companies to embark on CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY outreach programmes to schools, hospitals, orphanages and community centres while promoting the understanding and enjoyment of music. CORPORATE/CONCERT SPONSORSHIP allows your company unique brand positioning and exposure while simultaneously contributing towards performing arts in the country and the city of Kuala Lumpur. Our Business Development team would be pleased to share with you the exciting corporate hospitality, sponsorship, hall hire and even tax exempt benefits available from the various programmes and activities at DFP and with the MPO. Please contact us at 603 2331 7008 or contactus@dfp.com.my to begin this wonderful relationship as a valued donor, sponsor and partner.
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Note: Donations to DFP and MPO are tax-deductible.
CORPORATE SUITE PREMIUM MEMBERS
CORPORATE SUITE CLUB MEMBERS
PARTNER HOTELS
CORPORATE SPONSOR
EDUCATION & OUTREACH DONOR
HALL HIRES Trinity Youth Symphony Orchestra (TRUST) Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) Merdeka Award Secretariat, PETRONAS Japan Foundation Kuala Lumpur (JFKL) IndiaShoppe UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd Board of Governors, Malay College Kuala Kangsar (MCKK)
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