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2013-2014 Concert Season
aspire. inspire. connect.
aspire. inspire. connect.
Composer, musician, audience—we collectively aspire to bring the symphonic experience to life. There is no other way to share this among us—we gather musicians, secure the score and fill the hall. Our lives are inspired by musical performance. Leaving the concert hall we are recharged and empowered— informed by our common humanity. The Traverse Symphony Orchestra has been recognized as an artistic jewel—an orchestra of depth, power and brilliance. We are here, ready to bring you a season of great musical experiences. Make the connection— let’s join together and bring great music to life.
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Sunday, September 29 at 3 pm
International cellist Suren Bagratuni demonstrates his finest technical abilities in Dvořák’s last solo concerto, a dramatic work from its somber opening to the unprecedented closing section of the finale.
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Composed while in the U.S., Dvořák’s Ninth Symphony, From the New World, with its pulsating rhythms and vivid colors, remains to this day the most beloved of all symphonies created in our country. Kevin Rhodes, conductor Suren Bagratuni, cello Lars Hockstad Auditorium Dvořák Cello Concerto Dvořák Symphony No. 9 From the New World
annual campaign The Traverse Symphony Orchestra is routinely praised as a cultural asset in value far above the reach of communities the size of our own. Your Symphony brings season after season of great musical experiences, educational opportunities and cultural enrichment to the Grand Traverse region. This is made possible by the annual gifts of many loyal patrons. Please help us reach our annual campaign goal of $265,000 by August 31.
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new donor challenge If you have never donated to the Symphony or it’s been a year or more, the Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation will match your gift to the Traverse Symphony Orchestra. Please embrace this challenge and double the effect of your gift.
Sunday, October 20 at 3 pm
The NMC Grand Traverse Chorale and Chamber Singers return to the stage to present Vaughan Williams’ powerful Dona nobis pacem, a plea for peace that utilizes the texts of three Whitman poems and was composed in the 1930s as a warning against war.
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Dedicated to his best friend, Tchaikovsky wrote about his monumental, larger-than-life Fourth Symphony that it is “an echo of your most intimate thoughts and emotions.” Kevin Rhodes, conductor NMC Grand Traverse Chorale and Chamber Singers Jeffrey Cobb, director Corson Auditorium Vaughan Williams Dona nobis pacem Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 4
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Wednesday, October 30 at 6 pm and 7:45 pm
Just in time for Halloween, join the Traverse Symphony Orchestra for some spooky fun when they present Michael Shapiro’s film score to Universal Pictures’ 1931 Frankenstein. Accompanying the film, this unique presentation blends live music with the story on the big screen at the State Theatre, and gives audiences an entirely new way to experience this classic horror movie. Kevin Rhodes, conductor Shapiro Frankenstein State Theatre, downtown Traverse City Single tickets only for this stand-alone concert event
education Anderson Wealth Management is partnering with the Traverse Symphony Orchestra to bring musical education experiences to people of all ages in our community. Several free family concerts are offered every season that let the entire family get up close and personal with symphonic music, the instruments and the musicians themselves. Children have the chance to listen to classical music, watch interactive slideshows and try out instruments in hands-on instrument petting zoos. Directed by Lynne Tobin, the Civic program welcomes string (violin, viola, cello and double bass) musicians of all ages and skills to two community string orchestras—Chamber Strings and Prelude Strings—that meet for weekly rehearsals and performances throughout the year.
To learn more, call 231-947-7120 or visit TraverseSymphony.org/ education-and-outreach. Education Programs Sponsor
2 Pianos. 4 Hands.
Sunday, November 10 at 3 pm
Experience the sheer joy of sharing music across two keyboards with Mozart’s engaging Concerto for 2 Pianos. Saint-Saens’ Carnival of the Animals is an audience favorite and the Paris Symphony, scored for large orchestra, is one of Mozart’s most festive works. Kevin Rhodes, conductor Kathryn Brown and Deborah Moriarty, pianos Corson Auditorium Mozart Concerto for 2 Pianos Saint-Saens Carnival of the Animals Mozart Symphony No. 31 (Paris) Satie Gymnopedies
Make it a tradition.
Saturday, Dec 14 at 7:30 pm Sunday, Dec 15 at 3 pm
home for the holidays
The NMC Grand Traverse Chorale and Children’s Choir return for the Symphony’s annual holiday celebration to capture the spirit of the season. Kevin Rhodes, conductor NMC Grand Traverse Chorale and NMC Children’s Choir Jeffrey Cobb, director Lars Hockstad Auditorium
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volunteer We want you! The Traverse Symphony Orchestra is seeking your volunteer help. Since its beginning over 60 years ago, the Symphony has enjoyed the support of many dedicated and loyal volunteers—and couldn’t make music without them. There are opportunities available that will fit any music lover’s interests and schedule. For more information or to become a Symphony volunteer, please contact our office at 231-947-7120 or e-mail kcooper@traversesymphony.org. We know you will find the right fit for your interest, time and talent to support the Traverse Symphony Orchestra. A sample of our current volunteer needs include: • • • • • •
Marketing Education Programs Corporate Relations Events Grant Research Office and Concert Help
Unique assignments may be available for volunteers with professional skills.
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fireworks
Sunday, February 2 at 3 pm
Back by very popular demand, the Traverse Symphony Orchestra sets the New Year ablaze with this second annual program brimming with showstopping orchestral fireworks. No intermission. Kevin Rhodes, conductor Corson Auditorium
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first timers Know someone who has never experienced the Traverse Symphony Orchestra? Bring them to a concert! First Timers receive 50% off their ticket purchases for the rest of the season.
Rossini Overture to Barber of Seville Mussorgsky Night on Bald Mountain Bach Air on the G String Khachaturian Sabre Dance Massanet MĂŠditation from ThaĂŻs Wagner Ride of the Valkyries Bizet Excerpts from Carmen Mussorgsky Excerpts from Pictures at an Exhibition Gershwin Rhapsody in Blue
Sunday, April 6 at 3 pm
The heroic trumpet theme of Copland’s majestic Fanfare for the Common Man draws the audience in with grandeur. Traverse City native James Roe makes his debut with the Traverse Symphony Orchestra and is the centerpiece in this program with three works highlighting the oboe.
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Kevin Rhodes, conductor James Roe, oboe Corson Auditorium Copland Fanfare for the Common Man Schuman To Thee Old Cause Handel Arrival of the Queen of Sheba Mozart Oboe Concerto Concert Sponsor
dazzling strings Sunday, May 11 at 3 pm Brahms’ First Symphony is a work of supreme technical accomplishment and profound emotion. Hailed for his dazzling command of the violin, Russian-American Yevgeny Kutik performs one of the most famous concertos in the violin literature with a dizzying show of agility and speed. We dare listeners to sit still in their seats! Kevin Rhodes, conductor Yevgeny Kutik, violin Lars Hockstad Auditorium Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto Brahms Symphony No. 1 Concert Sponsor
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