The Phoenix Symphony 2009-10 Season Preview by The Phoenix Symphony

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It is with the greatest of pleasure that I announce The Phoenix Symphony’s 2009/10 Season! We are thrilled with the incredible roster of artists joining us, as well as the tremendous selections we have planned for you. The Season includes masterpieces from the most innovative and compelling composers of all-time, from the genius of Beethoven, Mozart and Tchaikovsky, to America’s treasure, the incomparable John Adams. We pride ourselves in bringing you the highest level of performance, along with today’s brightest and most interesting guest artists and conductors. From the intoxicating 27 year-old sensation, Alondra de la Parra conducting Prokofiev’s Cinderella Suite, to master cellist, Daniel Mueller Schott performing Prokofiev’s beautiful Sinfonia Concertante, the 2009/10 Season

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promises a feast for the music lover. We are proud to announce the continuation of the Target World Music Festival, showcasing gems from around the globe - from Buenos Aires to the African continent. Composer and master of the bandoneón Raul Jaurena brings his fiery Tango Sinfonico while the orchestra performs a thrilling concert of Eight Seasons – Astor Piazzolla’s Four Seasons of Buenos Aires played in conjunction with Vivaldi’s famed Four Seasons. In addition, the Festival includes the delightful and inspirational African Children’s Choir who will enchant audiences with their purity of heart and sound. We are also thrilled to celebrate Ludwig van Beethoven with a two-week long Festival, including performances, lectures, master classes and exhibits, all designed for our audiences to bask in the glory of this divine genius.

Pops

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Simply Sinatra and the music of John Denver to the toe-tapping hits of stage and screen.

Target World Music Festival

forward to sharing these incredible moments with you, as we strive to bring you the most innovative,

Family

most riveting and most memorable concerts for you to enjoy.

Composer Spotlight

Benefits & More

ON THE COVER: Jake Shimabukuro, Gustavo Dudamel, Michael Christie, Daniel Mueller Schott, Raul Jaurena, Alondra de la Parra, Jim Witter

Contents & Introduction

Symphony Lovers!

Our ever “Pop-ular” Pops Season will be one of endless enjoyment, with musical tributes from It is my distinct honor to present this season to you, our Phoenix Symphony patrons. We look

MICHAEL CHRISTIE The Virginia G. Piper Music Director

Symphony Lovers!

We pride ourselves in bringing you the highest level of performance, along with today’s

brightest and most interesting guest artists and conductors. From the intoxicating 27 year-old sensation, Alondra de la Parra conducting Prokofiev’s Cinderella Suite, to master cellist, Daniel Mueller Schott performing Prokofiev’s beautiful Sinfonia Concertante, the 2009/10 Season

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Classics

Beethoven Festival

Favorites

Pops

Specials

Simply Sinatra and the music of John Denver to the toe-tapping hits of stage and screen.

Target World Music Festival

forward to sharing these incredible moments with you, as we strive to bring you the most innovative,

Family

most riveting and most memorable concerts for you to enjoy.

Composer Spotlight

Benefits & More

ON THE COVER: Jake Shimabukuro, Gustavo Dudamel, Michael Christie, Daniel Mueller Schott, Raul Jaurena, Alondra de la Parra, Jim Witter

Contents & Introduction

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Our ever “Pop-ular” Pops Season will be one of endless enjoyment, with musical tributes from It is my distinct honor to present this season to you, our Phoenix Symphony patrons. We look

MICHAEL CHRISTIE The Virginia G. Piper Music Director

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Prokofiev’s Cinderella

Nixon In China

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Strauss: Waltzes and Polkas SCHNITTKE: MOZART: STRAUSS:

CHÁVEZ: PROKOFIEV:

Tchaikovsky’s 5th Symphony

“her blood and bone and breath are music. she is all music, from top to bottom and from inside out” —Incident Light

Alondra de la Parra

ˇ ÁK: DVOR HINDEMITH: TCHAIKOVSKY:

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Beethoven’s 9th Symphony

Beethoven’s 9th Symphony SEP 11 (Fri at 8:00 pm), SEP 12 (Sat at 8:00 pm)

Nixon In China NOV 12 (Thu at 7:30 pm), NOV 13* (Fri at 11:00 am), NOV 14 (Sat at 8:00 pm)

Michael Christie, conductor

The Phoenix Symphony Chorus Guest Choruses: The Phoenix Boys Choir, Arizona State University Chorus

Orion Weiss, piano

ADAMS: On the Transmigration of Souls MOZART: Ave verum corpus, K. 618 BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 9, (“Choral”)

Experience Beethoven’s monumental Symphony No. 9, a truly inspirational work devoted to the human spirit, which culminates in the triumphant choral finale, Ode to Joy Joy. Paired with the Phoenix premiere of John Adams’ memorial On the Transmigration of Souls, this spectacular opening includes a moving tribute to the heroic men and women in public safety, those who daily risk their lives for their fellow man.

Prokofiev’s Cinderella WITH ALONDRA DE LA PARRA SEP 24 (Thu at 7:30 pm), SEP 26 (Sat at 8:00 pm) Alondra de la Parra, conductor 2009 APA Classical Fellow CHÁVEZ: Sinfonia India PROKOFIEV: Cinderella Suite

Guest conductor and international sensation Alondra de la Parra leads a concert devoted to adventures and fairytales including Chávez’ exotic and sensuous Sinfonia India. And before the clock strikes twelve, hear Prokofiev’s charming suite from his ballet, Cinderella. Known for its jubilant music, the lush score magically portrays the imaginative tale of a modest girl, her wicked stepsisters, and of course, a heroic prince.

The Phoenix Symphony Chorus MOZART: Symphony No. 32, K. 318 MOZART: Concerto No. 9 K. 271, (“Jeunehomme”) ADAMS: Scenes from Nixon in China

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OPENING NIGHT!

John Adams’ groundbreaking and cross-cultural opera Nixon in China depicts the famous diplomatic excursion of the former president to the People’s Republic in 1972. Hear scenes from Adams’ vibrant opera unfold as images of the famous meeting are projected in Symphony Hall. The program also features piano sensation Orion Weiss performing Mozart’s youthful Jeunehomme Piano Concerto, written shortly after the young composer’s 21st birthday.

Strauss: Waltzes and Polkas NOV 27 (Fri at 8:00 pm), NOV 28 (Sat at 8:00 pm) Michael Christie, conductor SCHNITTKE: Moz-Art a la Haydn MOZART: Symphony No. 36, K.425, (“Linz”) STRAUSS: Overture to Die Fledermaus

Take a musical journey down the Danube exploring the enchanting music of Mozart and Strauss. A stop along the way transports you to the majestic town of Linz, where Mozart wrote his Symphony No. 36 entitled Linz Linz, in just four short days. The final stop takes you to Vienna to hear the music of the world famous “Waltz King,” Johann Strauss Jr., who composed some of the most delightful waltzes and beloved polkas ever written.

HOMECOMING! JAMES SEDARES

Tchaikovsky’s 5th Symphony

“her blood and bone and breath are music. she is all music, from top to bottom and from inside out” —Incident Light

Alondra de la Parra

OCT 15 (Thu at 7:30 pm), OCT 16* (Fri at 11:00 am), OCT 17 (Sat at 8:00 pm) James Sedares, conductor ˇ ÁK: Carnival Overture DVOR HINDEMITH: Symphonic Metamorphosis on Themes

of Carl Maria von Weber TCHAIKOVSKY: Symphony No. 5

Former Phoenix Symphony Music Director James Sedares returns to conduct a program of orchestral showpieces including Dvorˇák’s exuberant Carnival Overture and Hindemith’s brilliantly orchestrated Symphonic Metamorphosis on Themes of Carl Maria von Weber Weber. The concert comes to a close with Tchaikovsky’s masterful Symphony No. 5 including some of the composer’s most beloved melodies.

* Includes one hour of music selected from the evening’s program.

Please note: Artists, programs and schedule subject to change.

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Basil Twist Master Peter’s Puppet Show

Prokofiev: Peter & The Wolf

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Tchaikovsky: Suite No. 3

Vivaldi/Piazzolla: Eight Seasons

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Mozart’s Requiem

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Great Opera Choruses

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april 1 – 10, 2010

Join The Phoenix Symphony for a thrilling Festival celebrating the life and work of composer Ludwig van Beethoven, arguably the greatest mind in classical music. A different concert each day, along with films, lectures, exhibits and events to take you on a fascinating exploration of this musical genius. Join us as we celebrate Ludwig van Beethoven – his life, his work and the glorious moments of music we continue to revel in.

BEETHOVEN

MOZART: VERDI: PUCCINI:

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Disco Days & Boogie Nights

John Denver

POPS 10

MAY 7 (Fri at 8:00 pm), MAY 8 (Sat at 8:00 pm), MAY 9 (Sun at 2:00 pm)

A ROCKY MOUNTAIN HIGH TRIBUTE

Jack Everly, conductor

JUN 4 (Fri at 8:00 pm), JUN 5 (Sat at 8:00 pm)

C H O O S E O P E N I N G N I G H T S O R S A T U R D AY E V E N I N G S

Dust off your polyester suit and get out your platform shoes - The Phoenix Symphony is going to get down and boogie! No matter what crowd you ran with in the ‘70s, we’ve got the music to match—disco anthems like I Will Survive and Staying Alive and monster rock hits like Bohemian Rhapsody and Dancing Queen. This performance features favorites Chapter 6, N’Kenge and Jake Simpson from CBS’s Star Search for a groovy, Dyn-omite extravaganza!

Lee Holdridge, conductor

MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND!

Patriotic Pops

E NJ OY A L L 10 P O P S C O N C E R T S

Jim Curry, vocals Singer-songwriter John Denver’s run of signature hits made him the most beloved country-folk musician of our time. Following his untimely death, singer Jim Curry has kept his memory alive and joins three of Denver’s former band-mates and The Phoenix Symphony for a cool evening of Denver’s greatest hits. From Rocky Mountain High and Sunshine on My Shoulders, to Thank God I’m a Country Boy Boy, this concert will take you to a time of simple pleasures and bittersweet country sentiment.

S U N D AY P O P S S U N D AY A F T E R N O O N S A T 2 : 0 0 P M Piano Men II - OCT 11 Simply Sinatra - NOV 1 Holiday Pops - DEC 6 Marvin Hamlisch - JAN 10

Salute to the Tonys® - FEB 28 Symphonic Star Wars - MAR 28 Disco Days & Boogie Nights - MAY 9

MAY 28 (Fri at 8:00 pm), MAY 29 (Sat at 8:00 pm) Loras John Schissel, conductor Join Loras John Schissel and The Phoenix Symphony in a Memorial Day Salute to America and to our Armed Forces. Sousa Marches, Music from Richard Rodgers’ Victory At Sea and a musical journey of the US Armed Forces songs will make this a toe-tapping celebration for the whole family. Bring your kids and wear your red, white and blue for this patriotic, feelgood celebration of America.

POPS 5 (RED) O P E N I N G N I G H T S O R S A T U R D AY E V E N I N G S Oscar ® Night! - SEP 18 or 19 Simply Sinatra - OCT 30 or 31 Marvin Hamlisch - JAN 8 or 9

Symphonic Star Wars - MAR 26 or 27 Patriotic - MAY 28 or 29

Please note: Artists, programs and schedule subject to change

POPS 5 (BLUE) O P E N I N G N I G H T S O R S A T U R D AY E V E N I N G S Piano Men - OCT 9 or 10 Holiday Pops - DEC 4 or 5 Salute to the Tonys® - FEB 26 or 28 *(Fri or Sun only)

Disco Days & Boogie Nights - MAY 7 or 8 John Denver - JUN 4 or 5

Disco Days & Boogie Nights

John Denver

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POPS 10

E NJ OY A L L 10 P O P S C O N C E R T S

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Salute to the Tonys速 - FEB 28 Symphonic Star Wars - MAR 28 Disco Days & Boogie Nights - MAY 9

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New Year’s Eve

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Family Holiday Pops

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Gustavo Dudamel and The Los Angeles Philharmonic

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Baroque Christmas

“dudamel elicits a sumptuous and sVelte string sound. the brasses spit fire and sing; the woodwinds chatter and purr.” —The San Francisco Chronicle

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Specials

Handel’s Messiah

New Year’s Eve

Combining thunderous power with gentle tenderness, Handel’s Messiah is a holiday experience to remember. Brilliant soloists, a magnificent choir and the glorious Phoenix Symphony Baroque Ensemble bring the impassioned music of the Messiah for these majestic performances of Handel’s best loved composition.

DEC 31 (Thu at 7:00 pm, Symphony Hall)

Michael Christie, conductor The Phoenix Symphony Chorus

Lawrence Golan, conductor

Enjoy a favorite Phoenix tradition by celebrating New Year’s Eve with The Phoenix Symphony! Ring in the new year with musical good cheer and dancing melodies. And of course, the New Year’s tradition, Auld Lang Syne! Your ticket includes a complimentary glass of champagne. tickets: $76, $66, $56, $46, $36, $26

SING-A-LONG MESSIAH DEC 20 (Sun at 2:00 pm, TBD) tickets: $15

Family Holiday Pops

Scores will be available for purchase

DEC 5 (Sat at 2:00 pm)

MESSIAH HIGHLIGHTS

Bring the kids for a special family tradition, Holiday Pops! Have a Christmas cookie, make an ornament and enjoy the sparkling carols and holiday tunes for this magical time with The Phoenix Symphony.

DEC 15 (Tue at 7:30 pm, TBD), DEC 16 (Wed at 7:30 pm, First Southern Baptist Church), DEC 17 (Thu at 7:30 pm TBD), DEC 18 (Fri at 7:30 pm Rio Verde Community Church), DEC 19 (Sat at 7:30 pm Camelback Seventh Day Adventist)

Specials

Handel’s Messiah

adult tickets: $45, $35, $25 kids tickets: $35, $25, $15

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tickets: General admission $35

Gustavo Dudamel and The Los Angeles Philharmonic

DEC 20 (Sun at 2:00 pm Mesa Arts Center)

MAY 12 (Wednesday at 7:30 pm)

tickets: $52, $42, $32, $22 (includes $2 facility fee)

Hailed as one of the most exciting and compelling conductors of our time, Gustavo Dudamel begins his tenure as Music Director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic in the fall of 2009. His infectious energy and exceptional artistry have made him one of the most sought-after conductors by orchestras around the world. He embarks on an ambitious tour with the Los Angeles Philharmonic and makes a stop at Symphony Hall for a spellbinding program including Mahler’s massive Symphony No. 1 and John Adams’ newest symphonic work City Noir Noir, a piece commissioned for Dudamel’s opening program with the Los Angeles Philharmonic. Don’t miss this electrifying concert as one of the premiere orchestras in the world and its vibrant new conductor bring their exceptional artistry to Phoenix.

COMPLETE ORATORIO DEC 13 (Sun at 3:00 pm Pinnacle Presbyterian Church)

Baroque Christmas Michael Christie, conductor DEC 11 (Fri at 7:30 pm, TBD), DEC 12 (Sat at 7:30 pm, TBD)

“dudamel elicits a sumptuous and sVelte string sound. the brasses spit fire and sing; the woodwinds chatter and purr.”

The great composers of the Baroque era produced some of the most divine and ethereal music to honor the Christmas tradition. The Phoenix Symphony Baroque Ensemble performs Vivaldi’s glorious Magnificat and Gloria as well as Corelli’s sublime Christmas Concerto.

tickets: $75, $55, $35

tickets: $25 (general admission)

—The San Francisco Chronicle

Gustavo Dudamel

Please note: Artists, programs and schedule subject to change

Argentine Tango!

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Jake Shimabukuro*

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African Children’s Choir*

Vivaldi & Piazzolla: Eight Seasons

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Band Of The Irish Guards**

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Band Of The Irish Guard

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The Magic of Music

Red White and Blue

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Vivaldi’s Ring of Mystery

Band Of The Irish Guard

WITH SPECIAL GUESTS CLASSICAL KIDS

FEB 27 (Sat at 2:30 pm)

SEP 19 (Sat at 2:30 pm)

Featuring the Pipes, Drums, Highland Dancers of the Royal Regiment of Scotland

Vivaldi, Venice and violins: all three are celebrated in Vivaldi’s Ring of Mystery, a compelling mystery story about an orphan girl in the early 1700s tery who is in search of her roots. A central clue to the mystery is a missing Stradivarius violin that the Duke of Cremona has brought to Vivaldi’s school of the Pieta in the hopes of finding his long lost grandchild. Audiences will enjoy more than twenty-five excerpts from Vivaldi’s most popular and important works, including The Four Seasons, the Violin Concerto in A minor, and the Guitar Concerto.

With their scarlet red uniforms and bearskin caps, the Band of The Irish Guard is a symbol of centuries of tradition. They march into to Symphony Hall for a spectacle of pomp and circumstance, delighting families with their precision and showmanship. From Irish bagpipes to thundering drums, eighty-five members of the Band of The Irish Guard and the Royal Regiment of Scotland will perform an array of traditional military marches and songs, an event to be remembered for a lifetime!

Trick or Treat

Star Wars Mania

HALLOWEEN WITH THE SYMPHONY

MAR 27 (Saturday at 2:30 pm)

OCT 31 (Sat at 2:30 pm)

Grab your Lightsaber and Stormtrooper helmet and head on down to Symphony Hall, as The Phoenix Symphony performs the music from the greatest intergalactic adventure of all time, Star Wars! Kids will delight as guest conductor Robert Moody boards The Millennium Falcon and takes them on a musical journey throughout the Star Wars universe. May the Force be with you!

Spooky goblins, scary ghosts and a mysterious conductor creep into Symphony Hall for a weird and wonderful Halloween concert. Wear your costume and join the fun as the orchestra shows off their musical tricks and treats, from the March of the Little Goblins Goblins, to the wizardry of the Sorcerer’s Apprentice.

The Magic of Music JAN 9 (Saturday at 2:30 pm) Abracadabra! Using his slight-of-hand and his magical baton, “Maestro the Magnificent” Golan leads The Phoenix Symphony on a magical afternoon of jaw-dropping feats to stun and amaze the audience! With their astonishing tricks and enchanting talents, the Symphony will perform a wide array of magically themed music, from Mozart’s Magic Flute to everyone’s favorite wizard, Harry Potter!

Please note: The Phoenix Symphony does not perform on this concert.

Red White and Blue MAY 29 (Sat at 2:30 pm) It’s a star-spangled afternoon as The Phoenix Symphony celebrates Memorial Day with a rousing program of patriotic songs. From Sousa’s marches to the great songs of our Armed Forces, bring the kids for this musical parade!

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Composer Spotlight

During the 2009-2010 Season, Music Director Michael Christie and The Phoenix Symphony once again perform the music of three extraordinary composers giving audiences an opportunity to experience the work of three masters in greater detail. Performances during the upcoming season feature the distinct styles of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the quintessential classical composer celebrated as one of history’s greatest; Sergei Prokofiev, the Russian composer who was a master of melody and lush orchestrations; and celebrated American composer John Adams, a Pulitzer Prize-winner who has written a great number of works exploring fascinating events in contemporary history. Through performances of major works as well as discussions surrounding performances, Michael Christie and The Phoenix Symphony will take you inside the musical worlds of these remarkable masters.

wolfGanG amadeus mozarT THE MAGIC OF MOzART For centuries, audiences have delighted in the sublime that is Mozart. His music includes symphonies, concerti, sacred works, and celebrated operas that are famous the world over. With memorable melodies, comical storylines, and heart-wrenching climaxes in his numerous operas, his music continues to inspire to this day. The 2009-10 Season features several symphonies, opera choruses, and the towering Requiem, a must-hear for the season.

serGei prokofiev THE CHARM OF PROKOFIEV A prolific Russian composer who lived during the Twentieth Century, Prokofiev lived in countries across the globe composing in a variety of different styles and mediums. Writing concerti, ballets, symphonies, and more, much of Prokofiev’s music carried a certain charm to match the composer’s witty sense of humor. Hear that charming and often optimistic outlook this season with works including Peter and the Wolf, his Classical Symphony Wolf Symphony, the ballet suite from Cinderella, and his Sinfonia Concertante for cello and orchestra.

john adams THE BRILLIANCE OF ADAMS John Adams is perhaps the most highly admired and most often performed American composer today. He is well known for frequently using his music as a vehicle to explore places or events in modern history that fascinate him. Simply put, all of his orchestral works are known for their emotional depth but also for their extreme brilliance of sound. Witness his landmark works including On the Transmigration of Souls, scenes from Nixon in China, and his Chamber Symphony as part of the 2009-10 Season.

Composer Spotlight

During the 2009-2010 Season, Music Director Michael Christie

THE MAGIC OF MOzART

THE CHARM OF PROKOFIEV

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The Phoenix Symphony’s Youth Education activities provide opportunities for students and educators to experience live symphonic music — both in their schools and at Symphony Hall. Created in partnership with various organizations throughout the Valley, the Phoenix Symphony’s Community Partnership programs are aimed at both general and under-served student populations, and are designed to enhance both musical understanding and general learning skills. For information about The Phoenix Symphony’s extensive Education and Community Programs, please call 602-495-1117 and ask to speak with our Education Office.

enhancinG your concerT experience “ M U S I C A L LY S P E A K I N G ” Learn more about the music and the performers on stage! Our free pre-concert conversations begin one hour prior to each Classics concert at Symphony Hall. Guest artists or members of the orchestra are interviewed, the music is discussed and a Question and Answer session follows. “ I N T E R M I S S ION I N S I GH T S ” Michael Christie’s Intermission Insights bring you a fresh perspective on how the performers feel on stage during the performance. At each intermission of each Classics concert, Michael Christie will be joined onstage by a guest soloist or member of the orchestra to discuss the evening’s performance. K EEPI NG S C OR E™ As an enhanced alternative to the traditional concert format, Saturday night Classics patrons can enjoy Keeping Score™. Keeping Score is an interactive, easy-tofollow guide to the music being performed on stage. Audiences can read about the composer’s intentions as well as nuances in the score by referencing the guide’s corresponding number that is projected on stage. Keeping Score™ is written and created by Michael Christie. C O L L E GE C LU B The College Club program is designed to enable college students to attend unlimited Symphony Classics concerts with a $30 season pass. Students can become College Club Cardholders and redeem tickets by visiting the Symphony’s website or contacting the Box Office. College Club tickets are distributed on a first-come, first served basis. Limit one ticket per concert, per cardholder and student ID is required. S Y M P H O N Y GI F T S H O P Looking for a CD of the music you’ve just heard? Or just looking for something musical and fun to give as a gift? The Phoenix Symphony Gift Shop is open at all Symphony performances at Symphony Hall. All Gift Shop proceeds benefit the Symphony.

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