ESTEBAN PARCHUC
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WELCOME TO THE 2017/18 SEASON!
New Sensational Events Two World Renowned Guest Artists Two Prominent Guest Conductors Outstanding Music Performances by YOUR World-Class Orchestra 2
ESTEBAN PARCHUC
A JOURNEY OF
Dear Friends, I take great pride, as Artistic & Music Director of the Palm Beach Symphony (PBS), in inviting you to join me on a journey of inspiring music written by some of our greatest composers. I have crafted a program specifically for your enjoyment, and I am thrilled to share with our community fantastic masterpieces such as Haydn’s Final Symphony to Mendelssohn’s Scottish Symphony, Vivaldi’s familiar and popular Gloria, and two great concerti by Elgar and SaintSaëns, all of which will be performed by YOUR orchestra. Please welcome guest conductors Albert-George Schram and Robert Moody, two outstanding conductors who will each lead one of our fabulous concerts during the 2017/18 season. It is truly a pleasure to have them join us to help present this season’s remarkable works. I hope you will enjoy the unique interpretations and styles that these conductors bring to the music they lead. In addition, we have invited two celebrated soloists who will truly mesmerize you with their extraordinary playing. For our performance at Benjamin Hall at the Benjamin Upper School, we will feature one of the youngest soloists to ever perform with our orchestra. Maxim Lando is a 14-year-old pianist who is taking the musical world by storm with his astonishingly electrifying playing. At the end- of-season concert, we will have world-renowned Razvan Suma join us for our climactic finale. He is one of Europe’s youngest and most sought-after soloists. I also take great pleasure to share with you that we will be returning to Bethesda-by-the-Sea Episcopal Church in March. It is a beautiful church of art and history that creates a perfect ambiance for our program, which will feature the Delray Beach Chorale with Florida Atlantic University. As a music lover, I am sure you will enjoy each part of this amazing season created for you. I encourage you to join PBS in this incredible journey, and I look forward to experiencing it with you. Saludos,
Ramón Tebar Artistic & Music Director
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A JOURNEY OF CLASSICAL FAVORITES Haydn · Beethoven · Vivaldi 4
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PALM BEACH SYMPHONY MASTERWORKS CONCERT SERIES
DECEMBER 6, 7:30 P.M. THE SOCIETY OF THE FOUR ARTS
SEVEN WONDERS Albert-George Schram, conductor Rossini Martin Haydn
Overture from La Scala Di Seta Concerto for Seven Wind Instruments Symphony No. 104
TICKETS $45 · STUDENT TICKETS $10 PURCHASE ONLINE OR BY PHONE 561.655.7226 (The Society of the Four Arts Box Office) FourArts.org Single tickets on sale November 3 5
JANUARY 17, 8:00 P.M. BENJAMIN HALL AT THE BENJAMIN UPPER SCHOOL
ELECTRIFYING DISCOVERIES Robert Moody, conductor Maxim Lando, piano Theofanidis Muse Saint-Saëns Piano Concerto No. 2 Beethoven Symphony No. 7
TICKETS START AT $25 · STUDENT TICKETS $10 PURCHASE ONLINE OR BY PHONE 561.281.0145 (PBS Box Office) · PalmBeachSymphony.org Single tickets on sale November 3 6
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FEBRUARY 19, 6:30 P.M. THE BREAKERS PALM BEACH
JOURNEY FROM GERMANY TO SCOTLAND Ramón Tebar, conductor Mendelssohn Schumann
Symphony No. 3 Symphony No. 4
TICKETS START AT $125 PURCHASE ONLINE OR BY PHONE 561.281.0145 (PBS Box Office) · PalmBeachSymphony.org Single tickets on sale November 3 7
MARCH 12, 7:30 P.M. BETHESDA-BY-THE-SEA EPISCOPAL CHURCH
THE GLORY OF BAROQUE Ramón Tebar, conductor Delray Beach Chorale with Florida Atlantic University Handel Dixit Dominus Vivaldi Gloria
TICKETS $50 · STUDENT TICKETS $10 PURCHASE ONLINE OR BY PHONE 561.281.0145 (PBS Box Office) · PalmBeachSymphony.org Single tickets on sale November 3 8
ESTEBAN ADRIAN STOICOVICIU PARCHUC
APRIL 17, 8:00 P.M. KRAVIS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
ROMANTIC REFLECTIONS Ramón Tebar, conductor Razvan Suma, cello Elgar Rachmaninov
Cello Concerto Symphony No. 2
TICKETS START AT $35 · STUDENT TICKETS $10 PURCHASE ONLINE OR BY PHONE 561.832.7469 (Kravis Box Office) · Kravis.org Single tickets on sale November 3
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A JOURNEY OF NEW EXPERIENCES Your Orchestra Musicians in the Spotlight 10
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PALM BEACH SYMPHONY CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES
THREE WEDNESDAYS IN SEASON AT 7:00 P.M. Hear YOUR ORCHESTRA’s musicians and special guest narrators present unique and enlightening chamber music concerts in three intimate settings. JANUARY 10 Playing Still: The Dean of Afro-American Composers The music of William Grant Still
Palm Beach Day Academy Guest Host and Narrator: Dr. Rufus Jones, Jr.
FEBRUARY 7 Treasures from the Spanish Providencia Historical Society of Palm Beach County Guest Host and Narrator: Harvey E. Oyer, III (Doors Open at 6:00 P.M. for Museum Visits)
MARCH 21 Bernstein & Co.: Composed in America A chamber concert hosted by the Young Friends of the Palm Beach Symphony
The Harriet Himmel Theater Guest Host and Narrator: Albert-George Schram
TICKETS START AT $35 PURCHASE ONLINE OR BY PHONE 561.281.0145 (PBS Box Office) PalmBeachSymphony.org Single tickets on sale November 3
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A JOURNEY OF ENGAGEMENT Music · Narration · Dance 12
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CHILDREN'S CONCERT SERIES
The Palm Beach Symphony engages children in a fun musical learning experience with performances of one of the most internationally recognized pieces of music: Sergei Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf. This tale depicts the story of a boy named Peter and his adventures with a lovable duck, an impatient bird, a fat cat, a grumpy grandfather, and a scary wolf. The Symphony, with story narration by Dale A. McNulty, partners with Ballet East to bring orchestral music to life with dance, costumes, and interactive audience participation.
(SEVEN) ONE-HOUR FREE PERFORMANCES FOR CHILDREN WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 1 10:15 A.M. & 11:45 A.M. The Society of the Four Arts, Palm Beach* For Information Call: 561.832.7469
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2 10:15 A.M. & 11:45 A.M. The Society of the Four Arts, Palm Beach* For Information Call: 561.832.7469
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 8 10:30 A.M. Eissey Campus Theater, Palm Beach Gardens For Information Email: davidows@palmbeachstate.edu
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 8 6:00 P.M. Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center** (Co-Sponsor), Belle Glade For Information Call: 561.993.1160
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 9 10:15 A.M. Palm Beach Day Academy, Palm Beach For Information Call: 561.655.1188 *The Palm Beach Symphony graciously acknowledges Mrs. Lois Pope as a sponsor for the Children’s Concert Series at The Society of the Four Arts. **The concert at Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center is made possible for the students and families at New Hope Charities through the generous support of Mr. James R. Borynack and Mr. Adolfo Zaralegui of Findlay Galleries.
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SUBSCRIPTIONS MASTERWORKS CONCERT SERIES SUBSCRIPTIONS START AT $295 CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERT SERIES SUBSCRIPTIONS START AT $99* When you join as a PBS subscriber, you will enjoy exclusive benefits: The Best Seats for the Best Value • Save up to $25 off of single ticket prices. • Reserve your seats before single tickets are available for sale. • Purchase single ticket add-ons before the single ticket sale date. • Renew your subscription by Friday, September 29 in order to retain your seats from the previous year. Flexibility and Service • Exchange your tickets for FREE up to 3 days prior to the performance if you are unable to attend a particular performance in your package (upgrade costs may apply). • You can return your tickets to the Palm Beach Symphony Box Office for a tax deduction, totaling the ticket price returned. • If you misplace your tickets, we guarantee replacing them at no additional charge. The replacements will be for the same performance and seat. • Arrange seating with your friends by making a request to the PBS Box Office when ordering by phone, or include the information in the notes field for online orders. *$99 Chamber Music Series Subscription available until Thursday, November 2.
ENHANCE YOUR JOURNEY The support of benevolent music-lovers like you is the reason why YOUR orchestra can continue to perform live world-class orchestral music. Subscriptions and single ticket sales only cover about one-third of the expenses to produce a full season of engaging and entertaining concerts. By becoming a PBS member, you will be directly supporting YOUR orchestra while enjoying all subscriber benefits plus invitations to exclusive events and experiences, as well as receiving a deeper connection with the music and orchestra you love.
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MEMBERSHIP 1. BENEFACTOR $25,000 ($16,815 is tax-deductible) Patron Membership Benefits Plus: • 6 Additional Tickets to the 16th Annual Gala (total 1 table) • 2 Additional Tickets to End-of-Season Celebration (total 6 tickets)
2. PATRON $15,000 ($9,365 is tax-deductible)
Two Chairman Benefits Plus: • Major Donor Event Ticket + Guest Ticket • 2 Additional Tickets to the 16th Annual Gala (total 4 tickets) • 2 Additional Tickets to End-of-Season Celebration
3. FOUNDER $10,000 ($7,070 is tax-deductible)
Chairman Membership Benefits Plus: • Major Donor Event Ticket + Guest Ticket • 1 Additional Ticket to the 16th Annual Gala • 1 Additional Ticket to End-of-Season Celebration
4. CHAIRMAN $5,000 ($2,820 is tax-deductible)
Conductor Membership Benefits Plus: • Day of Concert Meet & Greet with Conductor or Guest Artist • Premier Chamber Music Series Subscription • 1 Ticket to Ladies Guild Luncheon • 1 Ticket to End-of-Season Celebration
5. CONDUCTOR $2,750 ($995 is tax-deductible) Mozart Membership Benefits Plus: • 1 Ticket to 16th Annual Gala • Invitation to Sunset Dinner Cruise (Renewing members enjoy last year’s pricing if you join by Friday, September 29)
6. MOZART $2,000 ($795 is tax-deductible) Prelude Membership Benefits Plus: • Invitation to Exclusive Cocktail Receptions and Social Dining Experiences
7. PRELUDE $1,000 ($395 is tax-deductible)
• Premier Masterworks Concert Series Subscription • Invitation to Season Opening Cocktail Party
SUBSCRIBE OR BECOME A MEMBER! Application form on p. 25
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A JOURNEY OF SENSATIONAL EVENTS Create Memorable Experiences 16
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SPECIAL EVENTS
SPECIAL EVENTS The PBS offers highly sophisticated social events, including the annual gala, parties, cocktail receptions, fundraisers, social gatherings, glamorous dinners and more. For the 2017/18 season, you can explore and create your own unforgettable experiences with your family, friends, and YOUR orchestra; be engaged and entertained with PBS at these exquisitely crafted charity events at beautifully decorated breathtaking venues. Don’t miss out on our diverse array of special occasions, from the Gala to the Young Friends Party to the Holly Jolly Symphony Fête. Proceeds benefit the PBS’s world-class music, education and community outreach programs. To purchase a table or order tickets, please contact the Office at 561.655.2657.
LADIES GUILD The Ladies Guild of the Palm Beach Symphony was formed to assist the Board of Directors in sharing ideas about the programs and membership of the Symphony. Their role is to “friend raise” and not “fund raise.” As ambassadors of the Symphony, Ladies Guild members share their enthusiasm for the organization and work together to invite and encourage membership.
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Highlighting our special events, the Ladies Guild helps us in planting the seeds for an appreciation of classical music in our community and pursuing sustainable development of YOUR orchestra.
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THE PALM BEACH SYMPHONY ANNUAL LADIES GUILD LUNCHEON
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2017 11:00 A.M. THE BEACH CLUB, PALM BEACH CO-CHAIRS Marietta Muiña McNulty Amy Collins
Carol S. Hays Amy McGowan
HOLIDAY LUNCHEON ATTIRE $175 PER PERSON Ambassadors and guests of the Palm Beach Symphony will celebrate the 2017/18 season with fine food, camaraderie, glorious music and a silent auction. Proceeds benefit the PBS’s world-class music and its education and community outreach programs. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT HULYA SELCUK AT 561.568.0265 OR HSELCUK@PALMBEACHSYMPHONY.ORG 18
PALM BEACH SYMPHONY 16TH ANNUAL GALA
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2018 8:00 P.M. THE BREAKERS PALM BEACH HONORARY CHAIRS
Philip M. Reagan Leslie Rose
Nannette Cassidy
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Denise McCann
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Thomas and Tricia Trimble BLACK TIE $750 PER GUEST Enjoy an evening of cocktails, live music, dinner, and dancing at the elegant Breakers Palm Beach. ELEVATE THE EVENING Attend the pre-gala Masterworks Concert in the Ponce de Leรณn Room to create the perfect pairing for a full concert-gala experience. (See p.7) FOR SPONSORSHIP AND UNDERWRITING OPPORTUNITIES, PLEASE CONTACT HULYA SELCUK AT 561.568.0265 OR HSELCUK@PALMBEACHSYMPHONY.ORG TICKETS TO GALA AND CONCERT AVAILABLE BY CALLING 561-281-0145 19
THE YOUNG FRIENDS OF THE PALM BEACH SYMPHONY INVITE YOU TO
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2018
8:00 P.M. - 10:30 P.M. GOLD ROOM, THE BREAKERS PALM BEACH CO-CHAIRS LIZZI BICKFORD AND J. ROBY PENN IV CREATIVE BLACK TIE $250 PER GUEST
YFPBS@PALMBEACHSYPHONY.ORG PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE PALM BEACH SYMPHONY’S EDUCATION PROGRAMS
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Young Friends members enjoy exclusive tailored events, which include dynamic socials and engaging networking opportunities to support the Palm Beach Symphony’s education programs throughout Palm Beach County. YOUNG FRIENDS EVENT SCHEDULE WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 15 6:00 - 8:00 P.M. Cocktails on the Courtyard Season Kick-Off Sant Ambroeus at the Royal Poinciana Plaza
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 14 6:00 - 8:00 P.M. Sip & Shop Vineyard Vines, Worth Avenue
SUNDAY, JANUARY 28 2:00 - 5:00 P.M. A Polo Afternoon International Polo Club, Wellington
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21 7:00 - 9:00 P.M. Bernstein & Co.: Composed in America A chamber concert hosted by the Young Friends of the Palm Beach Symphony The Harriet Himmel Theater
MEMBERSHIP $195 COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP $495 PURCHASE ONLINE OR BY PHONE 561.655.2657 · PalmBeachSymphony.org/YoungFriends yfpbs@palmbeachsymphony.org 21
A JOURNEY WITH THE COMMUNITY Music Education · Outreaches 22
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EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
SUPPLEMENTING MUSIC EDUCATION PBS works toward the continuation and introduction of vital education and community outreach programs that help students develop critical thinking, creativity and communication skills as well as build a foundation for the appreciation and respect of music and the arts. Education and community outreach programs include: • • • • •
Side-by-Side Concerts Masterclasses, Coachings, and Lecture Demonstrations Student Performance Opportunities Education and Teacher Resources STEAM nights with the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium
PBS has formed a partnership with the Strings Department at Palm Beach Public School for the 2017/18 season. During this year–long residency, PBS musicians will serve as teacher resources and provide instrument coachings on a monthly basis to five string classes of various skill levels in the program. In supporting the mission of the school, the strings students at Palm Beach Public will benefit from continuous and consistent instruction and personal contact with PBS’s world-class string musicians.
SERVING OUR COMMUNITY PBS community outreach events serve as the cornerstone to reaching Palm Beach County’s broad and diverse community. PBS presents a variety of free community concerts and events throughout Palm Beach County, increasing the engagement and access to live performances to all members of our community.
FEBRUARY 25 4:00 P.M. Harmony: An Exhibition of the Arts at Meyer Amphitheatre For more information, please contact Jacqueline Bosch at 561.655.2657 or jbosch@palmbeachsymphony.org
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CONTRIBUTE BECOME A DONOR Your donation supports the extraordinary work of Maestro Tebar and our world-class musicians, as well as our education and community outreach initiatives. Donors enjoy special benefits, including invitations to private rehearsals, meet-andgreets with principal musicians, and prominent recognition.
SPONSOR A CHAIR Do you have an affinity for a particular musician or instrument? Make your gift an instrument of enduring support by underwriting an orchestra chair position. It’s a wonderful way to create a deeper connection to your orchestra
BECOME A CORPORATE SPONSOR We’ve developed creative ways for you to strengthen your own brand while supporting the Symphony. Custom sponsorships are available for all concerts and special events and include opportunities to engage in unique networking occasions, create once-in-a-lifetime experiences, boost the local economy, and engage with the community
UNDERWRITE A PERFORMANCE Individual and corporate underwriting makes it possible for PBS to continue performing live classical music throughout the Palm Beaches. Underwriting opportunities can be tailored to one of our season concert series or a specific performance of your choosing.
BECOME A VOLUNTEER Volunteers play an essential role in helping PBS maintain standards of operational excellence and customer service. Ongoing opportunities are available in the PBS office and at concerts, and we’re always grateful for the help. (Students can earn community service hours with us.)
PLAN A GIFT A planned gift to the Palm Beach Symphony shows your strong commitment to continuing a tradition of classical music in Palm Beach while also benefitting your family. A planned gift may increase the size of your estate and reduce the tax strain on your heirs. It’s a nice way to support your orchestra for future generations while fulfilling your own personal, financial, estate-planning, and philanthropic goals.
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