Waterloo-Cedar Falls Symphony 2010-11 Season All concerts at the Gallagher-Bluedorn unless otherwise noted.
Gao Hong, pipa
October 2, 2010, 7:30 p.m.
Brandi Carlile with Pieta Brown, singers/songwriters (Fall Pops) October 16, 2010, 7:30 p.m.
Jeffrey Biegel, piano November 6, 2010, 7:30 p.m.
The Texas Tenors
(Holiday Pops) December 11, 2010, 2:00 & 7:30 p.m.
Chris Thile, mandolin February 5, 2011, 7:30 p.m.
Dan Malloy, horn March 5, 2011, 7:30 p.m.
Chamber Concert -Oster Regent March 12, 2011, 7:30 p.m.
Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony April 2, 2011, 7:30 p.m.
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THINK YOU KNOW THE SYMPHONY? Prepare to
be surprised.
This season we’ll stretch your expectations of the traditional symphony concert with surprising and rarely-heard repertoire, virtuoso soloists on unusual instruments from around the world, and a series of orchestral favorites presented with verve and insight. Join us to experience some of the most innovative orchestral programming happening anywhere, right here in the Cedar Valley!
Jason Weinberger, Music Director
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Gao Hong • Pipa October 2, 7:30 p.m. Carl Maria von Weber: Overture from Oberon, J. 306 Tan Dun: Concerto for Pipa and Strings Antonín Dvořák: Legendy (Legends), Op. 59, B. 122 Mesmerizing Gao Hong opens the WCFSO’s 2010-11 season on the Chinese pipa. This ancient instrument’s delicate tonality and ethereal quality are described fittingly through poetry, “The bold strings rattled like splatters of sudden rain. The fine instrument hummed like lovers’ whispers. Chattering and pattering, pattering and chattering. As pearls, large and small, on a jade plate fell.” Gao joins us for the Pipa Concerto by Tan Dun, Oscar winning composer of the Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon film score. Works by Weber and Dvořák complete an evening of music that will envelope you in the magic of the spirit world.
Brandi Carlile
with Pieta Brown • singers/songwriters (Fall Pops) October 16, 7:30 p.m. “Soulful. Country. Perfect in every way—and propelled by taste” is how singer Sheryl Crow describes our Fall Pops headliner Brandi Carlile. Carlile’s fan base exploded after the release of her album, The Story, and she’s had several songs featured on television’s Grey’s Anatomy. Also joining us is Pieta Brown, a member of Iowa folk music royalty. Her original music is influenced by father Greg Brown and often produced in conjunction with Bo Ramsey. Our collaboration with these exquisite artists will offer a concert experience like no other in the Cedar Valley.
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Jeffrey Biegel • Piano November 6, 7:30 p.m. Lowell Liebermann: Concerto no. 3 for Piano and Orchestra, Op. 95 W.A. Mozart: Ballet Music from Idomeneo, K. 366 Igor Stravinsky: Jeu de cartes (The Card Game) Jeffrey Biegel, the pianist Leonard Bernstein declared “a splendid musician and a brilliant performer,” brings his electrifying technique and impeccable style to our stage to perform Liebermann’s approachable piano concerto. Rarely heard gems from ballets by Mozart and Stravinsky round out this eclectic program in true WCFSO style.
The Texas Tenors (Holiday Pops) December 11, 2:00 & 7:30 p.m. Local singer John Hagen along with JC Fisher and Marcus Collins bring a little bit of Texas to the Cedar Valley’s favorite holiday celebration. As the Texas Tenors, these rising stars charmed 100 million viewers during their run on NBC’s America’s Got Talent last season. During their national concert tour, they make a stop at the Gallagher-Bluedorn with their unique blend of country, gospel and classical music offered up with breathtaking vocals, humor, and cowboy charm.
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Chris Thile • mandolin February 5, 7:30 p.m. Charles Ives: Symphony no. 3, “The Camp Meeting” Chris Thile: Ad astra alas porci (To the stars on the wings of a pig) photo: Cassandra Jenkins
Aaron Copland: Appalachian Spring (original version)
In a concert brimming with American authenticity, Grammy Award winner Chris Thile’s performance of his own mandolin concerto is bookended by two Pulitzer Prize winning compositions by Ives and Copland. Thile has elevated the mandolin from a simple folk instrument to one capable of sophisticated jazz and classical performance. He’s played sold-out concerts around the world with his band Punch Brothers and has collaborated with Dolly Parton, Edgar Meyer, Béla Fleck, and the Dixie Chicks. The iconic American masterpiece Appalachian Spring closes the evening as a 20th century counterpart to Thile’s 21st century concerto.
Dan Malloy • horn March 5, 7:30 p.m.
Area high school instrumentalists Emmanuel Chabrier: España (Spain) Gordon Jacob: Horn Concerto Benjamin Britten: Peter Grimes: Four Sea Interludes, Op. 33a Claude Debussy: Printemps (Spring) Our own principal horn player Dan Malloy has contributed to many a memorable WCFSO performance. We bring him front and center on a musical program that goes “cross channel” exploring the connections and differences between Britain and France. In continuation of the WCFSO’s unparalleled educational efforts, aspiring area musicians join the orchestra on stage to open the concert with Chabrier’s lively España.
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Chamber Concert March 12, 7:30 p.m. Oster Regent Theatre Leoš Janáček: Mládí (Youth), JW VII/10 Antonín Dvořák: Serenade in D, Op. 44, B. 77 We return to the charming Oster Regent Theatre for an intimate evening of Czech music. In a program that features the WCFSO winds, we offer the rare opportunity to experience a live performance of Dvořák’s masterful Serenade. In collaboration with the Czech Heritage Partnership in Spillville, Iowa, this concert also goes on the road to the community where Dvořák and his family made their home during the summer of 1893.
Beethoven’s Symphony no. 5 April 2, 7:30 p.m. Ludwig van Beethoven: Symphony no. 5 in C, Op. 67 Closing our 2010-11 season is a dynamic presentation of Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony that will engage and enlighten as only Jason Weinberger and the WCFSO can. We’ll invite the audience to take part in the discussion and offer a behind-the-scenes perspective from our own orchestra members, finishing with a complete performance of the Fifth. This multimedia event will take you inside one of the most important and groundbreaking orchestral works of all time.
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From the Gallagher-Bluedorn Artist Series Add these performances from the Gallagher-Bluedorn’s Artist series to our Create Your Own package at a 10% discount!
Cuarteto Cassals
with Andreas Klein February 13, 3 p.m. Since its founding, Cuarteto Casals has quickly become recognized as one of Europe’s most distinguished string quartets. This Spanish ensemble has garnered extensive critical acclaim and has won top prizes at many international competitions including the National Music Award, the highest distinction for musicians in Spain. German-born pianist Andreas Klein will join Cuarteto Cassals in their performance at the Gallagher-Bluedorn. He is internationally acclaimed as a luminous and captivating artist and an introspective and poetic performer. The New York Times summed it up: “A fascinating artist with all the indispensable qualities: temperament, taste, touch, tone, the four T’s of pianism.” Andreas Klein is heard frequently on National Public Radio’s “Performance Today”.
Van Cliburn Gold Medalist, Haochen Zhang March 27, 3 p.m.
photo: Stephen Eastman
The youngest participant in the 2009 Cliburn Competition, Haochen Zhang gave his debut recital at the Shanghai Music Hall at the age of five, performing all of Bach’s two-part inventions, as well as sonatas by Haydn and Mozart. He performed with orchestra at age six, and moved to the United States at fifteen to attend the Curtis Institute of Music. First-prize winner of the 2007 China International Piano Competition, Mr. Zhang has performed with the China National Symphony Orchestra, Krakow State Philharmonic, New Jersey Symphony Orchestra, Philadelphia Orchestra, and the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra, and has concertized throughout Asia, Europe, and the United States.
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DETAILS Concert Conversations before, FINE after Free informal discussions are presented starting at 6:30 p.m. in Jebe Hall prior to our Classical Concerts. Music Director Jason Weinberger, often accompanied by our guest artists, enhances your concert experience with an inside look at the composers and compositions featured on the evening’s program. After our Classical performances, join Jason and our musicians for our casual post-concert Fíne celebrations. Conveniently located in the Gallagher-Bluedorn lobby, Fíne events offer drinks, dessert, and live music.
Buck a Kid $1 tickets for youth 18 and under (up to two tickets with every adult ticket purchased) are available for all classical concerts and pops matinees.
Ticket Exchanges We are happy to exchange your ticket for another WCFSO performance if you are unable to attend. Or, if you prefer, you may donate your ticket back for resale and receive a tax acknowledgement for the value of the ticket.
Ordering Tickets Phone: 319.273.4TIX (4849) toll-free 877.549.SHOW (7469) Online: wcfsymphony.org Office:
Waterloo-Cedar Falls Symphony GBPAC #17 Cedar Falls, IA 50614-0803 319.273.3373 (phone) 319.273.3363 (fax)
Single ticket prices listed on enclosed order form. Single tickets go on sale August 2.
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TICKET PACKAGES We offer several season ticket options. As a season ticket holder you get great prices, priority seating, and the chance to purchase single tickets a week before they go on sale to the public!
Create Your Own:
The flexible Create Your Own package allows you to select tickets to four or more different concerts, in any combination, at a 10% discount. An order form for this package is inserted in this brochure.
Gold and Silver Packages:
Gold and Silver Packages are for those who want a more comprehensive package including all or most of our concerts at a 12% discount. For more information on these packages, call 319.273.3373.
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Select brochure photos by Noah Henscheid, thefotostem.com
What Should You Expect at a WCFSO Concert? • Casual attire is welcome! Some enjoy dressing up for a night at the Symphony but plenty of others come in business casual or jeans. • Concerts are about two hours long with a 20-minute intermission. Drinks and snacks are available in the lobby at intermission and before the concert. • Children are welcome at WCFSO concerts. You know your child best, so we trust you’ll determine whether or not the experience will be an appropriate one. • Music Director Jason Weinberger loves to share his passion and knowledge of music with the audience. No stuffy Symphony concerts here---only engaging, informative, and entertaining performances!
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