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SEPTEMBER THU

SEPT 18 7 : 30 PM FRI

SEPT 19 1 2 NOON SAT

SEPT 20 8 PM

DVOŘ Á K ’ S

SEVEN TH SYMP HONY

Ludovic Morlot, conductor Daniil Trifonov, piano WAGNER: Prelude to Die Meistersinger TCHAIKOVSKY: Piano Concerto No. 1 DVOŘÁK: Symphony No. 7 Ludovic Morlot begins his three-week celebration of Dvořák with the Czech master’s stirring and melancholy tribute to his homeland. The sensational young Russian pianist Daniil Trifonov brings us the drama of Tchaikovsky’s awe-inspiring First Piano Concerto.

THU

SEPT 25 7 : 30 PM SAT

SEPT 27 8 PM SUN

SEPT 28 2PM

DVOŘ Á K ’ S

EIGHTH SYMPHONY Ludovic Morlot, conductor Khatia Buniatishvili, piano DUTILLEUX: Métaboles RACHMANINOV: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini DVOŘÁK: Symphony No. 8 Be swept off your feet by one of the most romantic piano works of all time, followed by Ludovic Morlot conducting the orchestra in Dvořák’s triumphant Eighth Symphony.

Khatia Buniatishvili’s performances generously underwritten by James and Sherry Raisbeck.

THU

OCT 2 7 : 30 PM SAT

OCT 4 8 PM

DVOŘÁK AND THE NEW WORLD Ludovic Morlot, conductor Hilary Hahn, violin JOHN ADAMS: Lollapalooza KORNGOLD: Violin Concerto DVOŘÁK: Symphony No. 9, ”From the New World” Superstar Hilary Hahn, hailed by The Wall Street Journal for her “warm tone, stunning technique and flawless intonation,” returns to Benaroya Hall for a powerhouse program that also includes Dvořák’s famous “New World“ Symphony as part of the three–week celebration of this Czech master.

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OCTOBER FRI

OCT 3 7 PM

N EW WO R LD UN TU XED Ludovic Morlot, conductor

Symphony Untuxed concerts are shorter-format concerts that present a low-stress way to begin your weekend.

8PM SAT

OCT 11

THE MOVIE MU S I C O F JO H N WI LLI AMS

8PM

SEATTLE POPS SERIES sponsored by

SUN

Jeff Tyzik, conductor

OCT 12 2PM

FRI

OCT 24 8PM SAT

OCT 25 8PM

From Superman to Star Wars to Jaws, John Williams has penned some of the most unforgettable film scores of all time. Jeff Tyzik pays tribute to this cinematic master in the first Seattle Pops program of the season.

BACH & TELEMANN Nicholas McGegan, conductor Robert Levin, piano J.S. BACH: Sinfonia to Cantata No. 42 HANDEL: Concerto grosso in G major, Op. 6, No. 1 J.S. BACH: Keyboard Concerto No. 1 in D minor, BWV 1052 J.S. BACH: Keyboard Concerto No. 5 in F minor, BWV 1056 C.P.E. BACH: String Symphony No. 3 in C major TELEMANN: Suite in G minor

JEFF TYZIK

FRI

OCT 10

LUDOVIC MORLOT

DVOŘÁK: Bagatelles DVOŘÁK: Symphony No. 9, ”From the New World“

Wine tasting events in the Grand Lobby before each concert from 6:30 to 7:45pm. $10 for 4 pours.

2PM

BAROQUE UNTUXED Nicholas McGegan, conductor J.S. BACH: Sinfonia to Cantata No. 42 HANDEL: Concerto grosso in G major, Op. 6, No. 1 C.P.E. BACH: String Symphony No. 3 in C major, W. 182 TELEMANN: Suite in G minor Sunday Untuxed concerts are shorter-format concerts that are perfect for the whole family.

SEATTLE SYMPHONY

SUN

OCT 26

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THU

OC T 30 7:30P M SAT

NOV 1 8PM SUN

N OV 2 2PM

MOZ ART

R E QUIE M Ludovic Morlot, conductor Hélène Guilmette, soprano Sasha Cooke, mezzo-soprano Zach Finkelstein, tenor Mathew Brooks, baritone Seattle Symphony Chorale R. STRAUSS: Metamorphosen MOZART: Requiem Devastating beauty and heartbreaking tenderness fill Mozart’s culminating work.

Whether it’s your hundredth Requiem or your first, this is music not to be missed.

THU

N OV 6 7:30P M SAT

N OV 8 8PM

TCH AIKOVS KY’S

F OURT H SYMP H ON Y Ludovic Morlot, conductor Jennifer Koh, violin

BARBER: Second Essay for Orchestra ESA-PEKKA SALONEN: Violin Concerto TCHAIKOVSKY: Symphony No. 4 Tragic, impassioned and dramatic.

Tchaikovsky found his artistic voice in his Fourth Symphony, one of the great Romantic symphonies.

Jennifer Koh's performance generously underwritten by Ilene and Elwood Hertzog.

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NOV 1 3 7 : 30 P M SAT

P I CTU R ES AT AN EX HI BI TIO N

8PM

Augustin Hadelich, violin

SUN

ESTEBAN BENZECRY: Colors of the Southern Cross MENDELSSOHN: Violin Concerto MUSSORGSKY: Pictures at an Exhibition

N OV 1 6 2PM

Journey from Baba Yaga’s hut to the Great Gate of Kiev with Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition. Also, hear acclaimed violinist Augustin Hadelich perform Mendelssohn’s gem of the violin repertoire.

Saturday is sponsored by Viva la Música.

THU

N OV 20 7 : 30 PM SAT

N OV 22 8PM

MIGUEL HARTH-BEDOYA

N OV 1 5 Miguel Harth-Bedoya, conductor

B E E T HOV E N’ S

F I F TH SYMP HO NY Carlo Montanaro, conductor

From the hammer blows of fate in its opening to its triumphant finale, Beethoven’s Fifth resounds with electrifying force. This is sure to be an inspiring evening for all, showing off the orchestra in Beethoven’s symphony of symphonies, complemented by Respighi’s kaleidoscopic and extravagant Church Windows.

7 PM

SYMPHONY UNTUXED:

THE BA RBER OF S EV ILLE Carlo Montanaro, conductor

BOCCHERINI: String Quintet in E major ROSSINI: Overture to The Barber of Seville RESPIGHI: Church Windows CARLO MONTANARO

FRI

N OV 2 1

SEATTLE SYMPHONY

ROSSINI: Overture to The Barber of Seville RESPIGHI: Church Windows BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 5

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DECEMBER

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DEC 3 7:30PM

PIANIST YUJA WANG Hear why the San Francisco Chronicle praises Chinese pianist Yuja Wang’s “practically superhuman keyboard technique with artistic eloquence that is second to none.”

CIRQUE MUSICA

Performance does not include the Seattle Symphony.

FRI

DEC 5 8PM SAT

DEC 6 2 & 8 PM SUN

DEC 7 7PM

JEFF TYZIK’S HOLIDAY POPS WITH

CIRQUE MUSICA SEATTLE POPS SERIES sponsored by Jeff Tyzik, conductor Cirque Musica

THE KING'S SINGERS

Bring your whole family to this special Holiday Pops concert featuring Cirque’s acrobats, jugglers, dancers and mimes performing with the Seattle Symphony — the ultimate holiday extravaganza.

MON

DEC 8 7:30PM

THE KING’S SINGERS One of the world’s most celebrated vocal ensembles, The King’s Singers perform for one night only in the acoustically spectacular Benaroya Hall. Don’t miss their blend of spot-on intonation and impeccable vocals.

Performance does not include the Seattle Symphony.

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FRI

DEC 12 1 2 N OON SAT

DEC 13 8PM

JOSHUA ROMAN WITH THE SEATTLE SYMPHONY Mirga Gražinytė-Tyla, conductor Joshua Roman, cello PROKOFIEV: Lieutenant Kijé Suite MASON BATES: Cello Concerto (World Premiere) TCHAIKOVSKY: Selections from Sleeping Beauty Seattle favorite Joshua Roman returns for the world premiere of innovative composer Mason Bates’ Cello Concerto. Tchaikovsky’s sublime Sleeping Beauty perfectly completes the evening’s program as we prepare for the holidays.

FRI

DEC 19 8PM SAT

DEC 20 1 & 8PM S UN

DEC 21 2PM

HANDEL’S MESSIAH

JOSHUA ROMAN

7: 3 0 P M

NORT HWE ST BOYCH OIR

THU

DEC 11

Cristian Macelaru, conductor Heidi Grant Murphy, soprano Jennifer Johnson Cano, mezzo-soprano Ross Hauck, tenor Tyler Duncan, baritone Seattle Symphony Chorale Don’t miss the exquisite choral writing and the exultant “Hallelujah” chorus in Handel’s Messiah — featuring the Seattle Symphony, Chorale and soloists.

7: 3 0 P M

A FESTIVAL OF LESSONS & CAROLS Joseph Crnko, conductor Northwest Boychoir Vocalpoint! Seattle Members of the Northwest Sinfonia Experience the story of the Nativity told through readings, choral settings and audience carols.

NEW YEAR'S EVE

TUE

D E C 23

Performance does not include the Seattle Symphony.

WE D

DEC 31 9PM

NEW YEAR’S EVE CONCERT, COUNTDOWN & CELEBRATION Matthew Halls, conductor Rena Harms, soprano Sarah Larsen, mezzo-soprano Eric Neuville, tenor Morgan Smith, baritone Seattle Symphony Chorale MOZART: Symphony No. 31, “Paris” BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 9 Start your New Year’s Eve off right with the grandeur of Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony. Then, ring in 2015 at a postconcert party featuring a live band, dancing and a countdown to midnight.

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JANUARY FRI

JAN 2 8PM SAT

JAN 3 8PM SUN

JAN 4 2PM

BEETHOVEN’S

NINTH SYMPHONY Matthew Halls, conductor Rena Harms, soprano Sarah Larsen, mezzo-soprano Eric Neuville, tenor Morgan Smith, baritone Seattle Symphony Chorale MOZART: Symphony No. 31, “Paris” BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 9 Hear Beethoven’s monumental Ninth Symphony and enjoy the splendor of the “Ode to Joy” chorus with family and friends.

THU

JAN 8 RENA HARMS

7P M

MOZART’S

CLARINET, VIOLIN & PIANO CONCERTOS Stilian Kirov, conductor Boris Allakhverdyan, clarinet Valeriy Sokolov, violin Jan Lisiecki, piano MOZART: Violin Concerto No. 4 in D major MOZART: Clarinet Concerto in A major MOZART: Piano Concerto No. 20 in D minor

SAT

JAN 10 8PM

MOZART’S

FLUTE, VIOLIN & PIANO CONCERTOS Stilian Kirov, conductor Adam Walker, flute Valeriy Sokolov, violin Jan Lisiecki, piano

STILIAN KIROV

MOZART: Piano Concerto No. 21 in C major MOZART: Flute Concerto No. 1 in G major MOZART: Violin Concerto No. 5 in A major

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SUN

JA N 1 8 2PM

SEATTLE SYMPHONY UNTUXED

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CLASSICAL UNTUXED Ludovic Morlot, conductor Seth Krimsky, bassoon MOZART: Symphony No. 31, ”Paris“ WEBER: Bassoon Concerto in F major BEETHOVEN: Leonore Overture No. 3 Sunday Untuxed concerts are shorter-format concerts that are perfect for the whole family.

FRI

JA N 3 0 8PM

SONIC EVOLUTION Ludovic Morlot, conductor Join the Seattle Symphony for a one-of-akind concert that celebrates Seattle’s musical legacy of innovation with brand-new symphonic compositions inspired by Nirvana and others.

7: 30 P M SAT

JA N 3 1 8PM

MASTERPIECES BY

RACHMANINOV & IVES Ludovic Morlot, conductor Denis Kozhukhin, piano Seattle Symphony Chorale RACHMANINOV: Piano Concerto No. 3 IVES: Symphony No. 4 Rachmaninov’s technically daunting and treasured Third Piano Concerto will be illuminated by the electrifying Denis Kozhukhin.

It is followed by Ives’ Fourth Symphony, which draws together hymn tunes, popular songs and marching bands into a moving reflection on American music — and life itself.

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FEBRUARY THU

FEB 5 7:30P M SAT

FEB 7 8PM SUN

FEB 8 2PM

B EE T H OVE N ’S

VI O L I N C O NC E RTO Ludovic Morlot, conductor Christian Tetzlaff, violin BERLIOZ: Le corsaire Overture BEETHOVEN: Violin Concerto DEBUSSY: Ibéria RAVEL: La valse Hailed by The New York Times as a “bold artist with an instinctive feeling for the wild side,” Christian Tetzlaff brings his immense talents to Beethoven’s monumental Violin Concerto.

Debussy’s exuberant Ibéria is paired with Ravel’s La valse to end the evening.

FRI

FEB 20 8PM SAT

FEB 21 8PM

BACH’S

ORCHESTRAL SUITES Richard Egarr, conductor & harpsichord

CHRISTIAN TETZIAFF

J.S. BACH: Orchestral Suites Nos. 1–4 Wine tasting events in the Grand Lobby before each concert from 6:30 to 7:45pm. $10 for 4 pours.

THU

FEB 26 7:30P M SAT

FEB 28 8PM

MOZART’S

MARRIAGE OF FIGARO Jonathan Cohen, conductor Kristian Bezuidenhout, piano

LUDOVIC MORLOT

MOZART: Overture to The Marriage of Figaro MOZART: Piano Concerto No. 22 in E-flat major BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 1

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12, AT 7:30PM SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14, AT 8PM

BERLIOZ’S

ROMÉO ET JULIETTE Ludovic Morlot, conductor Sylvie Brunet-Grupposo, mezzo-soprano Kenneth Tarver, tenor Patrick Bolleire, baritone Seattle Symphony Chorale BERLIOZ: Roméo et Juliette, Op. 17 Revel in the exquisite agony of Shakespeare’s star-crossed lovers as Ludovic Morlot leads the orchestra in Berlioz’s rarely performed masterwork Roméo et Juliette.

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MARCH SUN

MAR 1 4P M

CELEBRATE ASIA Carolyn Kuan, conductor Chiaki Endo, koto Dozan Fujiwara, shakuhachi Meeka Quan DiLorenzo, cello A.R. RAHMAN: Slumdog Millionaire YUGO KANNO: U.S. Premiere, Seattle Symphony Commission TAN DUN: Selections from Crouching Tiger Cello Concerto, from the soundtrack to Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon

CAROLYN KUAN

East meets West in this signature Seattle Symphony event, conducted by Carolyn Kuan and featuring soloists on traditional Japanese instruments. Come early to see pre-concert performances in the Samuel & Althea Stroum Grand Lobby.

Appearances of Yugo Kanno, Chiaki Endo and Dozan Fujiwara generously underwritten by Yoshi and Naomi Minegishi.

T UE

MAR 3 7:30P M

PIANIST

SIMON TRPČESKI “Electrifying virtuosity, but no whiff of show-off. The most delicate feelings, yet nothing precious or lacy. Head plus heart, lots of heart.” – London Times Simon Trpˇceski’s performance generously underwritten by Paul Leach and Susan Winokur.

SIMON TRPČESKI

Performance does not include the Seattle Symphony.

FRI

MAR 6

SOME ENCHANTED EVENING:

8PM

RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN CELEBRATION

SUN

SEATTLE POPS SERIES sponsored by

8PM SAT

MAR 7

MAR 8 2PM

Steven Reineke, conductor Ashley Brown, vocals Aaron Lazar, vocals Jonathan Estabrooks, vocals University of Washington Choirs

THOMAS DAUSGAARD

Celebrate the golden age of Broadway!

Steven Reineke brings the music of Rodgers and Hammerstein to life — including selections from Oklahoma!, Carousel, South Pacific and more.

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THU

MAR 12 7 : 30 P M SAT

MAR 14 8PM

SIBELIUS’

SYMPHONIES 1 & 2 Thomas Dausgaard, conductor SIBELIUS: Finlandia SIBELIUS: Symphony No. 1 SIBELIUS: Symphony No. 2 Newly appointed Principal Guest Conductor Thomas Dausgaard uncovers the “intimate voices” of Jean Sibelius as the orchestra begins its celebration of the beloved Finnish composer.

FRI

MAR 13 7 PM

SYMPHONY UNTUXED:

SIBELIUS’ SYMPHONY NO. 2 Thomas Dausgaard, conductor SIBELIUS: Symphony No. 2 SIBELIUS: Finlandia

THU

MAR 19 7 : 30 P M SAT

M A R 21 8PM SUN

MAR 22 2PM

SIBELIUS’

SYMPHONIES 3 & 4 Thomas Dausgaard, conductor Pekka Kuusisto, violin SIBELIUS: Symphony No. 3 SIBELIUS: Violin Concerto SIBELIUS: Symphony No. 4 Sibelius’ Violin Concerto has been compared to the image of a “warm-blooded animal dancing in a frozen landscape.” Indeed, that phrase captures perfectly the humane spirit of this great composer of the north, whose complete symphonies we’ll explore this season under the expert baton of Principal Guest Conductor Thomas Dausgaard.

T HU

M A R 26 7 : 30 P M SAT

M A R 28 8PM

SIBELIUS’

SYMPHONIES 5, 6 & 7 Thomas Dausgaard, conductor SIBELIUS: Symphonies Nos. 5, 6 & 7 Sibelius said his Sixth Symphony reminded him of the “scent of the first snow.” Experience the craggy landscape and spiritual vastness of the Nordic world yourself with the final three symphonies of Finland’s national composer.

SUN

M A R 29 2PM

BEYOND THE SCORE®:

SIBELIUS’ FIFTH SYMPHONY Thomas Dausgaard, conductor

Explore the story behind Sibelius’ Fifth Symphony with this special Beyond the Score® presentation — a multimedia and live concert experience.

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THOMAS SØNDERGÅRD

APRIL THU

APR 2 7:30P M SAT

APR 4 8PM

C H O PI N’S PI A NO C O NC E RTO NO. 2 Thomas Søndergård, conductor Ingrid Fliter, piano SZYMANOWSKI: Concert Overture CHOPIN: Piano Concerto No. 2 PROKOFIEV: Symphony No. 5 The ethereal grace of Chopin’s Piano Concerto No. 2 is given life by the remarkable virtuosity of Argentine pianist Ingrid Fliter. Prokofiev’s Fifth, which the composer declared to be “a symphony about the spirit of man,” is the pinnacle of his symphonic output.

FRI

APR 3 7P M

SYMP H ON Y U N T U XE D :

C H O PI N’S PI A NO C O NC E RTO NO. 2 Thomas Søndergård, conductor Ingrid Fliter, piano

PR ESERVATION HA LL JA ZZ BA ND

SZYMANOWSKI: Concert Overture CHOPIN: Piano Concerto No. 2 FRI

APR 10 8PM SAT

APR 11 8PM SUN

APR 12 2PM

SEATTLE POPS SERIES sponsored by The Preservation Hall Jazz Band brings the sweet sounds of New Orleans jazz to Benaroya Hall. Be transported to the French Quarter with the joyful, timeless spirit of this incredible music.

Performances do not include the Seattle Symphony.

THU

APR 16 7:30P M FRI

APR 17 12 N OON SAT

APR 18 8PM

ANDREY BOREYKO

PRE S E RVAT I O N H A L L JA Z Z B A ND

SHOSTAKOVICH ’S

LE NI NG RA D SY M PH O NY Andrey Boreyko, conductor Alexander Velinzon, violin

SCHNITTKE: Violin Concerto No. 4 SHOSTAKOVICH: Symphony No. 7, ”Leningrad“ The orchestra’s full forces will be onstage for Shostakovich’s epic ”Leningrad“ Symphony, the composer’s stirring tribute to his country’s resistance to Nazi aggression.

In this all-Russian program, our renowned Concertmaster, Alexander Velinzon, steps forward with Schnittke’s highly charged Violin Concerto No. 4.

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TUE

A P R 21 7 : 30 P M

S EOUL P HI LHA RM O NIC ORCHESTRA Myung-Whun Chung, conductor Sunwook Kim, piano BEETHOVEN: Piano Concerto No. 5, “Emperor” BRAHMS: Symphony No. 4

SEOUL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA

CHOOS 5 OR M E O CONCE RE RTS

The world-renowned Seoul Philharmonic returns to Benaroya Hall with conductor Myung-Whun Chung and a program of Romantic blockbusters by Beethoven and Brahms.

7 : 30 P M SAT

APR 25 8PM

GRIEG’S

PIANO CONCERTO Ludovic Morlot, conductor Marc-André Hamelin, piano SEBASTIAN CURRIER: World Premiere GRIEG: Piano Concerto SCHUMANN: Symphony No. 2 Ludovic Morlot teams up with the great Marc-André Hamelin for an all-time favorite: Grieg’s rollicking and captivating Piano Concerto. And, hear Schumann’s optimistic Symphony No. 2, which radiates with love as a gift to his wife, Clara.

MARC-ANDRÉ HAMELIN

THU

A P R 23

Marc-André Hamelin’s performances generously underwritten by Douglas F. King.

7 : 30 P M SAT

M AY 2 8PM

YEFIM BRONFMAN PLAYS BEETHOVEN Ludovic Morlot, conductor Yefim Bronfman, piano BEETHOVEN: Piano Concerto No. 4 BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 7 Immerse yourself in the powerful, emotional world of one of the greatest composers in this all-Beethoven program, featuring the inestimable and virtuosic Yefim Bronfman.

YEFIM BRONFMAN

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MAY

THU

MAY 7 7:30P M SAT

MAY 9 8PM

MOZART’S

PIANO CONCERTOS NOS. 17 & 24 Imogen Cooper, piano & conductor MOZART: Piano Concerto No. 17 in G minor MOZART: Piano Concerto No. 24 in C minor

FRI

MAY 15 8PM SAT

MAY 16 AMANDA FORSYTHE

8PM

HANDEL, VIVALDI & MORE Stephen Layton, conductor Amanda Forsythe, soprano Deanne Meek, alto David Gordon, trumpet Seattle Symphony Chorale PURCELL: Chaconne HANDEL: Concerto grosso in F major, Op. 6, No. 9 J.S. BACH: Cantata No. 51, ”Jauchzet Gott in allen Landen“ VIVALDI: Gloria Wine tasting events in the Grand Lobby before each concert from 6:30 to 7:45pm. $10 for 4 pours.

SUN

MAY 17 2PM

ROMANTIC UNTUXED

STILIAN KIROV

Stilian Kirov, conductor BRAHMS: Academic Festival Overture R. STRAUSS: Don Juan TCHAIKOVSKY: Romeo and Juliet Fantasy Overture Sunday Untuxed concerts are shorterformat concerts that are perfect for the whole family.

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MAY 26

PINCHAS ZUKERMAN

7:30P M

VIOLINIST

PINCHAS ZUKERMAN WITH PIANIST

ANGELA CHENG “Zukerman seems to be the foreveryoung virtuoso: expressively resourceful, infectiously musical, technically impeccable and effortless.” – The Los Angeles Times Performance does not include the Seattle Symphony.

Pinchas Zukerman's performance generously underwritten by Benson and Pamela Harer.

THU

MAY 28 7:30P M SAT

MAY 30 8PM

NEEME JÄRVI

SUN

MAY 31 2PM

NEEME JÄRVI CONDUCTS

RUSSIAN MASTERS Neeme Järvi, conductor GLINKA: Overture to Russlan and Ludmilla BORODIN: Symphony No. 2 PROKOFIEV: Selections from Cinderella Conductor Neeme Järvi. Leads the Symphony in repertoire dear to his heart: two delightful fairy-tale-inspired masterpieces and Borodin’s exuberant and powerful Symphony No. 2.

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JUNE 8 PM SAT

JUN 6

A TRIBUTE TO RAY CHARLES WITH ELLIS HALL

8 PM

SEATTLE POPS SERIES sponsored by

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Jeff Tyzik, conductor Ellis Hall, vocals

JUN 7 2 PM

Jeff Tyzik concludes the 2014–2015 season with a tribute to Ray Charles, featuring Ellis Hall, a former protégé of the late singersongwriter. This concert is filled with Ray’s soulful hits from “I Can’t Stop Loving You” to “Hit the Road Jack.”

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MORLOT CONDUCTS BRAHMS’ FIRST SYMPHONY

JUN 11 7 : 30PM SAT

JUN 13 8 PM SUN

JUN 14 2PM

ELLIS HALL

FRI

JUN 5

Ludovic Morlot, conductor Carolin Widmann, violin BEETHOVEN: Egmont Overture JULIAN ANDERSON: Violin Concerto BRAHMS: Symphony No. 1

FRI

JUN 12 7PM

SYMPHONY UNTUXED:

BEETHOVEN & BRAHMS Ludovic Morlot, conductor

BEETHOVEN: Egmont Overture BRAHMS: Symphony No. 1

CAROLIN WIDMANN

Echoes of Beethoven infuse Brahms’ moving First Symphony. Music Director Ludovic Morlot leads this stunning program, including a crackling work by British composer Julian Anderson, who creates “vivid, transfixing sound worlds.”

Symphony Untuxed concerts are shorterformat concerts that present a low-stress way to begin your weekend.

7 : 30PM SAT

JUN 20 8 PM

MAHLER’S THIRD SYMPHONY Ludovic Morlot, conductor Christianne Stotijn, mezzo-soprano Women of the Seattle Symphony Chorale Northwest Boychoir MAHLER: Symphony No. 3 Hear why Mahler said, “the Symphony must be like the world. It must embrace everything.” In his formidable and majestic Third Symphony, Mahler celebrates the natural world in all its glory.

LUDOVIC MORLOT

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AN EVENING IN PARIS WITH GIL SHAHAM OPENING NIGHT CONCERT & GALA Presenting Sponsor: Ludovic Morlot, conductor Gil Shaham, violin IBERT: Paris SATIE: Gymnopédies SAINT-SAËNS: Havanaise MASSENET: Méditation from Thaïs DELIBES: Selections from Coppélia SARASATE: Carmen Fantasy OFFENBACH: Selections from Orpheus in the Underworld Ludovic Morlot kicks off the 2014–2015 season with a Paris-inspired program, together with one of the foremost artists of our time: violinist Gil Shaham.

Be swept away by the elegance of a Parisian evening by the Seine at a postconcert black-tie cocktail reception and dinner at the luxurious Fairmont Olympic Hotel.

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THU

JAN 15 7 : 30 PM

ITZHAK PERLMAN WITH THE SEATTLE SYMPHONY

FRI

JAN 16 Itzhak Perlman, conductor & violin J.S. BACH: Violin Concerto No. 2 BRAHMS: Academic Festival Overture BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 3, “Eroica” Beloved for his charm as well as his talent, Itzhak Perlman is treasured by audiences throughout the world who respond not only to his remarkable artistry, but also his irrepressible joy of making music. Hear him play and conduct in one unforgettable concert!

WED

APR 1 7 : 30 PM

LONDON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

ITZHAK PERLMAN

12 NOON

BRITTEN: Four Sea Interludes from Peter Grimes GERSHWIN: Piano Concerto in F SHOSTAKOVICH: Symphony No. 5 One of the world’s great orchestras makes its Benaroya Hall debut! With the sensational Yuja Wang in Gershwin’s jazz-inspired Piano Concerto in F, and Michael Tilson Thomas on the podium, this will be one of the great nights on Seattle’s classical music calendar.

London Symphony Orchestra’s performance generously underwritten by Martin Selig.

2PM

Limited Tickets

YO-YO MA WITH THE SEATTLE SYMPHONY Ludovic Morlot, conductor Yo-Yo Ma, cello RAVEL: Mother Goose Suite STRAVINSKY: Suite from Pulcinella SCHUMANN: Cello Concerto Classical music icon Yo-Yo Ma joins Music Director Ludovic Morlot for one incredible evening — get your tickets early.

Yo-Yo’s Ma’s performance generously underwritten by Jeff Lehman and Katrina Russell.

YO-YO MA

SUN

MAY 3

LONDON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Michael Tilson Thomas, conductor Yuja Wang, piano

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LISTEN BOLDLY TO ANOTHER GREAT SEASON S UBS CRI B E R E XC LU SI V E S Opening Night Gala

Itzhak Perlman with the Symphony

London Symphony Orchestra

Yo-Yo Ma with the Symphony

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Orchestra F

$57

$89

$42

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Orchestra E Orchestra D

$48/$57

$42/$89

Orchestra C

$70

$71

$78

$140

2nd Tier 2nd Tier Box

$70

$71

$78

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Founders Tier Orchestra B

$87

$77

$118

SOLD OUT

Orchestra A

$99

$89

$129

SOLD OUT

Founders Tier Box

$125

$117

$140

$170

PARKING Benaroya Hall

$12

$12

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$290

$261

$232

$210

$186

$160

Orchestra C

$475

$432

$396

$350

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2nd Tier 2nd Tier Box

$490

$450

$410

$371

$321

$270

Founders Tier Orchestra B

$625

$576

$524

$469

$408

$350

Orchestra A

$830

$747

$664

$581

$504

$425

$1,090

$981

$872

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$654

$550

$120

$108

$96

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$72

$60

Founders Tier Box PARKING Benaroya Hall

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PHOTOS: Seatle Symphony Musicians, Ludovic Morlot and New Year's Eve (pg. 3, 5, 7, 9, 11 & 12) by Ben VanHouten, Jeff Tyzic (pg. 5) and Stilian Kirov (pg. 18) by Robert Wadeand Stilian Kirov (pg. 10) by Alan Abastro.

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