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GREAT GUEST ARTISTS Leila Josefowicz Imogen Cooper Jean-Yves Thibaudet Lang Lang Itzhak Perlman Andrรกs Schiff Baiba Skride
LEILA JOSEFOWICZ
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ITZAHK PERLMAN
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CLASSIC SYMPHONIES
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Rimsky-Korsakov Scheherazade Brahms Symphony No. 3 Strauss Zarathustra Mahler Symphony No. 1 Beethoven Symphony No. 4 Beethoven Symphony No. 7 Dvořák New World Symphony
Brahms Violin Concerto Dvořák Cello Concerto Gershwin Rhapsody In Blue Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 4 Mozart Piano Concerto No. 23 Rachmaninov Piano Concerto No. 2
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BRAHMS SYMPHONY NO. 3
MOZART & HAYDN
Ludovic Morlot, conductor Susan Gulkis Assadi, viola Efe Baltacıgil, cello R. STRAUSS: Don Quixote BRAHMS: Symphony No. 3 Strauss’ evocative Don Quixote explores a world of wit and whimsy highlighted by the solo talent of Seattle Symphony principals Susan Gulkis Assadi and Efe Baltacıgil. This colorful score pairs perfectly with Brahms’ Symphony No. 3, perhaps the composer’s most personal and intimate work.
Olari Elts, conductor Baiba Skride, violin MOZART: Selections from Idomeneo Ballet Music MOZART: Violin Concerto No. 3 in G major HAYDN: Symphony No. 104 in D major, "London" The endearing violinist Baiba Skride performs Mozart’s bright and lively Violin Concerto No. 3, and Haydn’s exuberant “London” Symphony rounds out a purely Classical program.
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BEETHOVEN PIANO CONCERTO NO. 1 Ludovic Morlot, conductor Alexander Melnikov, piano STRAVINSKY: Symphony in C BEETHOVEN: Piano Concerto No. 1 MOZART: Symphony No. 41, “Jupiter” Exuberant and uplifting — Mozart’s final Symphony never fails to inspire. Then, hear why The Washington Post puts Alexander Melnikov among “the most elite pianists today” when he takes on Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 1. * Please note that this concert in the series takes place on Sunday at 2pm. Alexander Melnikov’s performances are generously underwritten by Ilene and Elwood Hertzog.
BAIBA SKRIDE
FEBR UARY 1 1 O R 1 3
BEETHOVEN & BARTÓK
Ludovic Morlot, conductor Jean-Efflam Bavouzet, piano IVES: Three Places in New England BARTÓK: Piano Concerto No. 3 BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 3, "Eroica" The great Jean-Efflam Bavouzet lends his incredible virtuosity to Bartók’s Piano Concerto No. 3. Then, bask in the unmatched grandeur of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3, a tour de force of symphonic power. Jean-Efflam Bavouzet's performances are generously underwritten by James and Sherry Raisbeck.
LEILA JOSEFOWICZ
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RESPIGHI PINES OF ROME
John Adams, conductor Leila Josefowicz, violin JOHN ADAMS: Scheherazade.2, Violin Concerto ELGAR: Pomp and Circumstance March No. 3 in C minor RESPIGHI: Pines of Rome Arguably America’s greatest living composer, John Adams returns to Seattle to conduct his newest violin concerto with violinist Leila Josefowicz. The sonic exploration continues with Respighi’s Pines of Rome, one of the most spectacular displays of orchestral color ever composed. Media Sponsor:
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DVOŘÁK CELLO CONCERTO
SHOSTAKOVICH SYMPHONY NO. 4
At turns rhapsodic, longing and tender, Dvořák’s famed Cello Concerto is the greatest ever written for the cello. Silvestrov’s soulful and emotionally charged Symphony No. 5 echoes the late Romantics.
Stunning, visceral and profoundly spiritual, or as TIME Magazine called Stravinsky’s Symphony of Psalms, “the best classical music composition of the 20th century.” Shostakovich’s overwhelming Symphony No. 4 is one of the composer’s boldest scores. A night of masterpieces!
Mikhail Tatarnikov, conductor Narek Hakhnazaryan, cello GLINKA: Overture to Russlan and Ludmilla DVOŘÁK: Cello Concerto VALENTIN SILVESTROV: Symphony No. 5
Ludovic Morlot, conductor Seattle Symphony Chorale STRAVINSKY: Symphony of Psalms SHOSTAKOVICH: Symphony No. 4
NAREK HAKHNAZARYAN
The Complete Beethoven Symphonies and Piano Concertos After nearly 300 years of symphonies, Beethoven’s nine masterful scores stand out as the center of gravity around which all others orbit. For a modern symphony orchestra, his music remains as fresh and essential as ever.
the Romantic era in music with its grand ideals and sheer breadth of expression. The Symphony No. 4 merges Beethoven’s focus and rigor with the wit of Haydn, while the Symphony No. 7 celebrates relentless, infectious rhythms.
The Seattle Symphony is taking two seasons to make a full appraisal of Beethoven’s symphonies, beginning the cycle with three examples from the intense middle phase of his career. The Symphony No. 3, “Eroica,” launched
To complement the symphonies, this cycle also features all five of Beethoven’s Piano Concertos. The Piano Concerto No. 1 captures young Beethoven spinning artful melodies and playful dialogue in the Mozart mold, while the
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Third Concerto explores the fateful key of C minor, the setting for some of Beethoven’s most arresting music. Piano Concerto No. 4, an enigmatic and alluring masterpiece, marks the endpoint for now in this first year of this two-year survey.
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MAHLER TEN Thomas Dausgaard, conductor MAHLER: Symphony No. 10 (Cooke version) Don’t miss the Seattle Symphony’s first-ever performance of Mahler’s now-completed Symphony No. 10. Traversing the full spectrum of emotion, from cries of heart-wrenching agony to moments of exquisite ecstasy, it leaves us pondering what other wonders Mahler might have accomplished had he lived past 50.
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STRAUSS ZARATHUSTRA Jakub Hrůša, conductor Vilde Frang, violin DVOŘÁK: A Hero’s Song BRITTEN: Violin Concerto R. STRAUSS: Also Sprach Zarathustra Thanks to 2001: A Space Odyssey, the opening of Strauss’ Also Sprach Zarathustra is one of the most iconic works of classical music. Now, hear this kaleidoscopic masterpiece in its entirety, together with Britten’s emotionally charged Violin Concerto with the remarkable Vilde Frang. Media Sponsor:
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NOVEMBE R 5 O R 7
BRAHMS VIOLIN CONCERTO
Ludovic Morlot, conductor Renaud Capuçon, violin GIYA KANCHELI: World Premiere BRAHMS: Violin Concerto MARTINU°: Symphony No. 4 From great lyrical beauty to rich, dark drama, Brahms’ masterpiece Violin Concerto will soar in the hands of famed French violinist Renaud Capuçon. Plus, a world premiere from revered Georgian composer Giya Kancheli, whose haunting Styx was a recent surprise Seattle hit.
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BRONFMAN PLAYS BEETHOVEN
Ludovic Morlot, conductor Yefim Bronfman, piano Roomful of Teeth R. STRAUSS: Don Juan BEETHOVEN: Piano Concerto No. 2 BERIO: Sinfonia for 8 Voices and Orchestra Beethoven’s soulful Piano Concerto No. 3 is in the good hands of the renowned pianist Yefim Bronfman. Plus, Grammy-winning Roomful of Teeth will perform in the sensational sonic collage of music quotations, spoken text and virtuosity that is Berio’s Sinfonia – prepare for a one-of-a-kind experience! Yefim Bronfman's performances are generously underwritten by Mel and Leena Sturman.
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MOZART PIANO CONCERTO NO. 23
Thomas Dausgaard, conductor Boris Giltburg, piano HAYDN: Symphony No. 88 MOZART: Piano Concerto No. 23 in A minor SCHOENBERG: Transfigured Night Mozart’s grace-filled Piano Concerto No. 23 is paired with Transfigured Night, a tone poem for strings, and the folksy elegance of Haydn’s Symphony No. 88. A P R I L 7 OR 9
BRAHMS SYMPHONY NO. 4
David Zinman, conductor Patricia Kopatchinskaja, violin MUSSORGSKY: Introduction to Khovanshchina PROKOFIEV: Violin Concerto No. 2 BRAHMS: Symphony No. 4 The great American conductor David Zinman comes to Seattle to lead the orchestra in Brahms’ towering and passionate Symphony No. 4. Prokofiev’s brilliantly inventive Violin Concerto No. 2 is re-imagined by the exciting young violinist Patricia Kopatchinskaja.
PATRICIA KOPATCHINSKAJA
IMOGEN COOPER
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BEETHOVEN PIANO CONCERTO NO. 4 Ludovic Morlot, conductor Imogen Cooper, piano DUTILLEUX: Timbres, espace, mouvement BEETHOVEN: Piano Concerto No. 4 PROKOFIEV: Symphony No. 7
Imogen Cooper’s performances of Beethoven have been hailed by critics as “mercurial from start to finish.” Hear why when she performs the composer’s Piano Concerto No. 4. Music Director Ludovic Morlot brings us Henri Dutilleux’s scintillating Timbres, espace, mouvement.
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RACHMANINOV PIANO CONCERTO NO. 2
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Vassily Sinaisky, conductor Behzod Abduraimov, piano RIMSKY-KORSAKOV: Overture to The Tsar’s Bride RACHMANINOV: Piano Concerto No. 2 TCHAIKOVSKY: Suite No. 3 in G major
BEETHOVEN & MAHLER Ludovic Morlot, conductor BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 4 MAHLER: Symphony No. 1 Shining like a sunbreak on a stormy day, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 4 begins our cycle celebrating this great composer. Mahler’s Symphony No. 1 — at once mystical, playful, earthy and transcendent — offers us deep glimpses into the human experience.
HENNING KRAGGERUD
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BRUCH VIOLIN CONCERTO NO. 1
Thomas Dausgaard, conductor Henning Kraggerud, violin R. STRAUSS: Till Eulenspiegel’s Merry Pranks BRUCH: Violin Concerto No. 1 NIELSEN: Symphony No. 4, “The Inextinguishable” Adored for its dark, moody opening and swashbuckling finale, Bruch’s Violin Concerto is a perennial favorite. Principal Guest Conductor Thomas Dausgaard brings authentic voice to the greatest work of his fellow countryman — Carl Nielsen.
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JANE ARCHIBALD
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Showstopping! Rachmaninov’s Piano Concerto No. 2 has it all, from the greatest virtuosic and unforgettable tunes to sophisticated swagger. Acclaimed Russian conductor Vassily Sinaisky leads the Seattle Symphony in Tchaikovsky’s melodic and captivating Suite No. 3.
Ludovic Morlot, conductor Jane Archibald, soprano Nicolas Cavallier, baritone Valerie Muzzolini Gordon, harp Seattle Symphony Chorale DEBUSSY: Danses sacrée et profane MESSIAEN: Poèmes pour Mi FAURÉ: Requiem
It’s all here as the Seattle Symphony and Chorale deliver the shimmering and luminous beauty of Fauré’s Requiem, a masterpiece of utter serenity. Messiaen’s glorious love letter to his wife, Poèmes pour Mi, is featured on the first half of this all-French program. Sponsored by: Nesholm Family Foundation Valerie Muzzolini Gordon's performances are generously underwritten by Sue and Robert Collett & Sheila B. Noonan and Peter M. Hartley.
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RIMSKY-KORSAKOV SCHEHERAZADE
Jesús López-Cobos, conductor Alexander Velinzon, violin GLINKA: Summer Night in Madrid GLAZUNOV: Violin Concerto RIMSKY-KORSAKOV: Scheherazade Glazunov’s cinematic Violin Concerto and Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade, one of the most evocative works in classical music, are twinned in this all-Russian program featuring Seattle Symphony Concertmaster Alexander Velinzon.
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TCHAIKOVSKY ROMEO & JULIET
GERSHWIN & BEETHOVEN
Ludovic Morlot, conductor Mark Padmore, tenor Seattle Symphony Chorale MENDELSSOHN: Overture to A Midsummer Night's Dream BRITTEN: Nocturne SZYMANOWSKI: Symphony No. 3 TCHAIKOVSKY: Romeo & Juliet Fantasy Overture From the intoxicating sound of Szymanowski’s Symphony No. 3 to the lyrical poetry of Britten’s Nocturne and the sweeping romance of Tchaikovsky’s Romeo & Juliet, here is a program that perfectly articulates music’s passionate power.
Alexander Velinzon's performances are underwritten by Paul Leach and Susan Winokur.
SEATTLE SYMPHONY CHORALE
Ludovic Morlot, conductor Jean-Yves Thibaudet, piano ANNA CLYNE: U.S. Premiere GERSHWIN: Concerto in F BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 7
Energy abounds! Artist in Residence Jean-Yves Thibaudet brings the vim and vigor of 1920s New York City to Benaroya Hall with Gershwin’s jazzy Concerto in F. Music Director Ludovic Morlot leads the orchestra in Beethoven’s exhilarating Symphony No. 7. Jean-Yves Thibaudet's performances are generously underwritten by Sheila B. Noonan and Peter M. Hartley.
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Ludovic Morlot, conductor Susan Gulkis Assadi, viola Efe Baltacıgil, cello R. STRAUSS: Don Quixote BRAHMS: Symphony No. 3
Strauss’ evocative Don Quixote explores a world of wit and whimsy highlighted by the solo talent of Seattle Symphony principals Susan Gulkis Assadi and Efe Baltacıgil. This colorful score pairs perfectly with Brahms’ Symphony No. 3, perhaps the composer’s most personal and intimate work.
Ludovic Morlot, conductor Jane Archibald, soprano Nicolas Cavallier, baritone Valerie Muzzolini Gordon, harp Seattle Symphony Chorale DEBUSSY: Danses sacrée et profane MESSIAEN: Poèmes pour Mi FAURÉ: Requiem
In need of inspiration? Spiritual affirmation? Consolation? It’s all here as the Seattle Symphony and Chorale deliver the shimmering and luminous beauty of Fauré’s Requiem, a masterpiece of utter serenity. Messiaen’s glorious love letter to his wife, Poèmes pour Mi, is featured on the first half of this all-French program. Sponsored by: Nesholm Family Foundation Valerie Muzzolini Gordon's performances are generously underwritten by Sue and Robert Collett & Sheila B. Noonan and Peter M. Hartley.
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MAHLER TEN Thomas Dausgaard, conductor MAHLER: Symphony No. 10 (Cooke version) Don’t miss the Seattle Symphony’s first-ever performance of Mahler’s now-completed Symphony No. 10. Traversing the full spectrum of emotion, from cries of heart-wrenching agony to moments of exquisite ecstasy, it leaves us pondering what other wonders Mahler might have accomplished had he lived past 50.
BEETHOVEN & BARTÓK
Ludovic Morlot, conductor Jean-Efflam Bavouzet, piano IVES: Three Places in New England BARTÓK: Piano Concerto No. 3 BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 3, “Eroica” The great Jean-Efflam Bavouzet lends his incredible virtuosity to Bartók’s Piano Concerto No. 3. Then, bask in the unmatched grandeur of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3, a tour de force of symphonic power. Jean-Efflam Bavouzet's performances are generously underwritten by James and Sherry Raisbeck.
MAR C H 1 3
MOZART PIANO CONCERTO NO. 23
Thomas Dausgaard, conductor Boris Giltburg, piano HAYDN: Symphony No. 88 MOZART: Piano Concerto No. 23 in A minor SCHOENBERG: Transfigured Night Mozart’s grace-filled Piano Concerto No. 23 is paired with Transfigured Night, a tone poem for strings, and the folksy elegance of Haydn’s Symphony No. 88.
VALERIE MUZZOLINI GORDON
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TCHAIKOVSKY ROMEO & JULIET
Ludovic Morlot, conductor Mark Padmore, tenor Seattle Symphony Chorale MENDELSSOHN: Overture to A Midsummer Night's Dream BRITTEN: Nocturne SZYMANOWSKI: Symphony No. 3 TCHAIKOVSKY: Romeo & Juliet Fantasy Overture From the intoxicating sound of Szymanowski’s Symphony No. 3 to the lyrical poetry of Britten’s Nocturne and the sweeping romance of Tchaikovsky’s Romeo & Juliet, here is a program that perfectly articulates music’s passionate power. J U NE 5
RAVEL PIANO CONCERTO
Ludovic Morlot, conductor Jean-Yves Thibaudet, piano FAURÉ: Masques et bergamasques RAVEL: Piano Concerto in G major DVOŘÁK: Symphony No. 9, “From the New World” Get a sneak peek of the Symphony’s upcoming Tour of Asia with this special preview concert, featuring Dvořák’s famous “New World” Symphony and Ravel’s whimsical Piano Concerto in G major. Media Sponsor:
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Less expensive, less formal, shorter in length but long on enjoyment – this series is a great introduction to classics of the repertoire. Host and Seattle Symphony bass player Jonathan Green provides helpful dashes of wit, humor and insight. SE P T E M BER 2 5
BEETHOVEN SYMPHONY NO. 4 Ludovic Morlot, conductor
MENDELSSOHN: String Quartet No. 6 in F minor BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 4 Shining like a sunbreak on a stormy day, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 4 begins our cycle celebrating this great composer.
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R. STRAUSS: Till Eulenspiegel's Merry Pranks NIELSEN: Symphony No. 4, “The Inextinguishable” Principal Guest Conductor Thomas Dausgaard brings authentic voice to the greatest work of his fellow countryman — Carl Nielsen. MAR C H 1 8
JOHN ADAMS SCHEHERAZADE.2 John Adams, conductor Leila Josefowicz, violin
ELGAR: Pomp and Circumstance March No. 3 in C minor JOHN ADAMS: Scheherazade.2, Violin Concerto Arguably America’s greatest living composer, John Adams returns to Seattle to conduct his newest violin concerto with violinist Leila Josefowicz.
Mikhail Tatarnikov, conductor Narek Hakhnazaryan, cello
GLINKA: Overture to Russlan and Ludmilla DVOŘÁK: Cello Concerto At turns rhapsodic, longing and tender, Dvořák’s famed Cello Concerto is the greatest ever written for the cello. AP RIL 29
PROKOFIEV SYMPHONY NO. 7 Ludovic Morlot, conductor
EWALD: Symphony for Brass Quintet No. 3 PROKOFIEV: Symphony No. 7 The emotional and nostalgic Symphony No. 7 by Prokofiev takes center stage in this final Untuxed concert of the season.
THE MIDTOWN MEN
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Gershwin’s American masterpiece, the best music of the sixties, a Holiday spectacular and soundtracks to your favorite science fiction movies and TV shows – a great season of music awaits you! Join the Seattle Symphony and Principal Pops Conductor Jeff Tyzik and relive the music you know and love. OCTOBE R 1 6–1 8
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GERSHWIN RHAPSODY IN BLUE
HOLIDAY POPS
Jeff Tyzik, conductor Jon Nakamatsu, piano Doug LaBrecque, vocals JON NAKAMATSU
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From the opening clarinet trill to the energized and rhapsodic piano passages, George Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue is a beloved American classic. Award-winning pianist Jon Nakamatsu takes on this iconic “jazz concerto.” Broadway singer Doug LaBrecque delivers more familiar Gershwin favorites to round out the program.
Stuart Chafetz, conductor Tony DeSare, piano & vocals Capathia Jenkins, vocals
Broadway star Capathia Jenkins and acclaimed pianist-singer Tony DeSare headline a heart-warming program of Holiday favorites. Add to that a special appearance by the talented Mr. Claus, a cheerful chorus and the charming Stuart Chafetz leading the Symphony — guaranteed to get you in a joyous Holiday mood!
CAPATHIA JENKINS
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POPS! CLASSICAL MYSTERY TOUR
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CLASSICAL MYSTERY TOUR: A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES
Jeff Tyzik, conductor Jim Owen (John Lennon), rhythm guitar, piano & vocals Tony Kishman (Paul McCartney), bass guitar, piano & vocals John Brosnan (George Harrison), lead guitar & vocals Chris Camilleri (Ringo Starr), drums & vocals Imagine the Beatles playing in concert with a symphony orchestra. Hear "Penny Lane" with a live trumpet section; experience the beauty of "Yesterday" with an acoustic guitar and string quartet; enjoy the rock/classical blend on the hard edged "I Am the Walrus." From early Beatles music on through the solo years, Classical Mystery Tour is the best of the Beatles like you've never heard them: totally live.
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FOUR STARS FROM THE ORIGINAL BROADWAY CAST OF JERSEY BOYS They took Broadway by storm in one of the biggest hits of all time! Now, THE MIDTOWN MEN are bringing their magic to audiences everywhere, singing their favorite sixties hits from the Beatles, The Rascals, Motown, The Four Seasons and more! Not affiliated with the show Jersey Boys. Performance does not include the Seattle Symphony.
Jeff Tyzik, conductor
Take a trip to the stars! The Seattle Symphony performs the music from your favorite science fiction films and TV shows, including Star Wars, Star Trek and Avatar.
LANG LANG
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WITH JEAN-YVES THIBAUDET Ludovic Morlot, conductor Jean-Yves Thibaudet, piano BERNSTEIN: Overture to Wonderful Town COPLAND: Appalachian Spring SAINT-SAËNS: Danse Bacchanale from Samson et Dalila SAINT-SAËNS: Piano Concerto No. 5, “Egyptian” JEAN-YVES THIBAUDET
A thrilling start to the 2015–2016 season and Ludovic Morlot’s fifth season as Music Director in a program of American classics and two works by Saint-Saëns including his final and most exotic piano concerto, the “Egyptian,” featuring pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet as he begins his year-long role as Artist in Residence. To reserve a Gala package, and for more information please call 206.215.4868. Media Sponsor:
WITH THE SEATTLE SYMPHONY Jakub Hru˚ša, conductor Lang Lang, piano BEETHOVEN: Coriolan Overture MOZART: Piano Concerto No. 24 in C minor RESPIGHI: The Birds GRIEG: Piano Concerto The sensational Lang Lang performs in a onenight-only concert with the Seattle Symphony playing one of Mozart’s greatest works and Grieg’s highly charged piano concerto. Lang Lang’s performance is generously underwritten by Judith A. Fong and Mark Wheeler.
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ANDRÁS SCHIFF THE LAST SONATAS András Schiff, piano The great András Schiff brings a fascinating program entitled “The Last Sonatas” to Seattle. These final works of composing genius include the classical inspiration of sonatas by Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven as well as Schubert’s emotionally charged Piano Sonata in C minor.
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Alfred Hitchcock’s 1960 psychological thriller is the “mother” of all modern suspense movies. What better way to celebrate Halloween than to shriek along with Janet Leigh in the shower scene? Bernard Herrmann’s unforgettable score is performed by the Symphony while the film is shown on the big screen at Benaroya Hall.
WITH BILL FRISELL, SHAPRECE, DEREK BERMEL AND THE ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL JAZZ BAND Ludovic Morlot, conductor Bill Frisell, guitar Shaprece, vocals Roosevelt High School Jazz Band
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THE BLIND BOYS OF ALABAMA TALKIN' CHRISTMAS! Celebrate the holidays with living legends of gospel! The Blind Boys of Alabama bring their special Grammy-winning Christmas show back to Benaroya Hall.
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CELEBRATE ASIA Charlie Albright, piano Community choruses BRITTEN: Selections from The Prince of the Pagodas XIAOGANG YE: Starry Sky for Piano and Orchestra The Seattle Symphony’s annual Celebrate Asia concert is a rare opportunity to revel in the rich musical traditions of Seattle’s Asian communities. This year's program features Xiaogang Ye’s Starry Sky for Piano and Orchestra, which premiered at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Plus, community choruses perform popular Asian folk songs including Jasmine Flower and Arirang.
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Itzhak Perlman, violin Rohan de Silva, piano
WITH THE SEATTLE SYMPHONY
Grammy- and Emmy-winning violin virtuoso Itzhak Perlman is a true legend. Don’t miss your chance to experience his artistry in recital.
Following their huge success at Benaroya Hall in 2012, musicians Aleksey Igudesman and Hyung-ki Joo return to Seattle with their offbeat and hilarious theatrical show. Mingling comedy, classical music and popular culture into a unique evening that will leave you holding your sides.
THIS IS INDIE!
WITH MICHAEL GORDON, TOMOKO MUKAIYAMA, FLY MOON ROYALTY AND FILMMAKER BILL MORRISON CO-PRESENTED WITH THE SEATTLE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL Tomoko Mukaiyama, piano Fly Moon Royalty WILLIAM BRITTELLE: (World Premiere) MICHAEL GORDON: The Unchanging Sea for Piano and Orchestra, with Film by Bill Morrison (World Premiere)
IGUDESMAN & JOO
Indie filmmaker Bill Morrison, known for his riveting collages of archaic footage with original scores, joins forces with the famed Bang on a Can co-founder Michael Gordon for a one-of-akind evening. Morrison surfaces archival footage from Seattle’s history as a backdrop for Gordon’s electrified concerto for virtuoso pianist and multimedia artist Tomoko Mukaiyama.
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Symphony Untuxed Friday
Opening Night Gala
Lang Lang
András Schiff
Sonic Evolution: Under the Influence
Hitchcock Psycho
Jean-Yves Thibaudet
Celebrate Asia
Itzhak Perlman
Igudesman & Joo
Sonic Evolution: Blind Boys This is Indie! of Alabama
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Orchestra F
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$75
$57
$87
$20
$17
$17
$20
$17
$35
$43
$17
$62
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$210
$100
$57
$97
$27
$17
$35
$27
$27
$57
$35
$17
$62
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$210
$100
$40/$48
$87
$27
$17
$27
$27
$27
$57
$26
$17
$30
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$336
$100/$150
$57
$132/$87
$44
$17
$44
$44
$37
$75
$43/$26
$17
$50
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$364
$150
$70
$117
$73
$25
$44
$73
$37
$73
$43
$25
$50
Founders Tier Orchestra B
$455
$205
$87
$132
$107
$25
$67
$107
$55
$107
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$62
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$270
$99
$142
$75
$25
$67
$75
$60
$120
$57
$25
$77
$770
$345
$125
$152
$96
$98
$70
$14
$14
$14
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$14
$96
$96
$65
$133
$82
$25
$87
$14
$14
$14
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$26
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$30
3rd Tier
$175
$35
Orchestra B
$245
$49
2nd Tier 2nd Tier Box
$245
$49
Founders Tier Orchestra A
$320
Founders Tier Box
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$79
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$70
$14
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