2015-16 richmond symphony season brochure
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Richmond Symphony 2015*16 season
music expresses emotion in sound. Perhaps that helps explain why music plays such a strong role in our lives. In fact, memories of events are often attached to musical memories. Any time we hear that music, its effect is more powerful, because the music is so entwined with that memory. We feel it. In a wonderful way, then, when we hear music for the first time, it can inspire new emotional connections to our personal experiences.
A beautiful mystery of live performance is how music affects all of us differently. The drama, beauty, and shared experience of a live performance have no equal. Live music conveys emotions ranging from joy to sorrow; from love to anger; from calm to surprise; giving all of us an opportunity to enjoy moments that are both personal and unique. There is simply nothing else like it!
I am thrilled that we are launching two exciting new initiatives for the 2015–16 season. The first is a brand-new series we’re calling Casual Fridays. These relaxed hour-long concerts, with a bit of commentary, will focus on one or two orchestral works performed by the full orchestra in the Carpenter Theatre. The second initiative is the move of our popular Rush Hour series to Hardywood Park Craft Brewery. You can now add
great beer to great music as a reason to experience these informal and intimate 60-minute performances that explore a wide variety of music.
Our 2015–16 Richmond Symphony season offers you the best of orchestral music designed to touch each and every one of us in a personal way. Whether it’s sorrow in Tchaikovsky’s Manfred Symphony, the joy of Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony or the love story of Ravel’s Daphnis and Chloé, you have the opportunity to be changed by the experience.
As you look through this brochure, I hope you are as excited as I am about our new season. We can’t wait for you to join us!
Steven Smith Music Director Lewis T. Booker Music Director Chair
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2015*16 Concerts
dec. 4, 2015 at 7:30pm
Handel’s Messiahwith Richmond Symphony Chorus Erin R. Freeman, conductor
For generations, Richmonders have been delighted by this magnificent holiday classic. Don’t miss the Richmond Symphony and Richmond Symphony Chorus performing Handel’s Messiah.
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Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony Rennolds Memorial Concert Steven Smith, conductor Richmond Symphony Chorus
Altria Masterworks Orchestral favorites featuring world-class guests
sept. 12 at 8:00pm + sept. 13 at 3:00pm oct. 17 at 8:00pm1 2
john adams Short Ride in a Fast Machine
berlioz King Lear Overture
beethoven Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Opus 125
joy* power*
Beethoven used a poem called “Ode to Joy” as part of his Ninth Symphony for a reason. (You’re humming it now, aren’t you?)
Nielsen’s Fourth SymphonySteven Smith, conductor Philippe Quint, violinzacharywadsworth
Point—Line—Plane
korngold Violin Concerto in D Major, Opus 35Philippe Quint, violin
nielsen Symphony No. 4, Opus 29 “The Inextinguishable”
Nielsen called his powerful Fourth Symphony “The Inextinguishable” which even features a battle between two Timpanists. (We promise that no timpani will be harmed in the making of this concert.) Sponsored by
Sibelius and LisztSteven Smith, conductor Orion Weiss, piano
nov. 14 at 8:00pm jan. 9 at 8:00pm + jan. 10 at 3:00pm3 4
sibelius The Swan of Tuonela
liszt Piano Concerto No. 2 in A MajorOrion Weiss, piano
sibelius Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Opus 43
Photo credit: Christopher Radford
surprise* fun*
The hero in Sibelius’s The Swan of Tuonela attempts to kill a mystical swan, but instead shoots himself with a poison arrow. (Lucky for him his mother was magicial and brought him back to life. Surprise!)
A New Year in ViennaJoin the Richmond Symphony, Steven Smith and Virginia Opera Emerging Artists for a special evening in the style of a Viennese New Year with selected works, waltzes, polkas and arias by Johann Strauss Jr. and Richard Strauss. You will feel like you are celebrating New Year in Vienna!
What’s more fun than Strauss’ waltzes, arias and polkas!?
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r. strauss Suite from Der Rosenkavalier
j. strauss, jr. The Blue Danube and other selections
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feb. 6 at 8:00pm mar. 5 at 8:00pm + mar. 6 at 3:00pm5 6
Tchaikovsky’s Manfred Symphony is about a man so filled with grief from lost love that he calls on spirits to make him forget. (We’re not talking about whisky and gin.)
Manfred SymphonyVictor Yampolsky, guest conductor Daisuke Yamamoto, violin Thomas P. Bryan, Jr. Fund Soloistprokofiev Violin Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Opus 63
Daisuke Yamamoto, violin
tchaikovsky Manfred Symphony, Opus 58
Altria Masterworks Orchestral favorites featuring world-class guests
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grief* fury*
Beethoven, Mussorgsky & ShostakovichSteven Smith, conductor Orli Shaham, piano Florence Robertson Givens Guest Artist Richmond Symphony Chorus
Bald Mountain is where Mussorgsky said Satan and his witches have their staff meetings. (Talk about an angry boss.)
mussorgsky A Night on Bald Mountain
beethoven Piano Concerto No. 3 in C Minor, Opus 37 Orli Shaham, piano
shostakovich Symphony No. 6 in B Minor, Opus 54
Copland: Appalachian SpringSteven Smith, conductor Mary Boodell, flute
apr. 2 at 8:00pm may 14 at 8:oopm + may 15 at 3:oopm7 8
love*
Copland’s music is the next best thing to the cool breeze and lush greens of an Appalachian Spring. (We’re relaxed, are you?)
copland Appalachian Spring Suite
laura schwendinger
Waking Dream, for flute and orchestra Mary Boodell, Flute
brahms Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Opus 73
calm*
Photo credit: Keitaro Harada
Daphnis et ChloéSteven Smith, conductor Richmond Symphony Chorus
Daphnis and Chloé were each other’s first kiss and they ended up together. (That’s love.)
griffes The White Peacock
barber Symphony No. 1 in One Movement, Opus 9
ravel Daphnis et Chloé [complete work]
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oct. 24 at 8:00pm1 feb. 27 at 8:00pm3 apr. 30 at 8:00pm4 dec. 5 at 8:00pm dec. 6 at 3:00pm
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Genworth Symphony Pops Musical adventures! Popular and surprising
Science Fiction Double FeatureTwo great movies on one fantastic night! First, see Murnau’s silent classic Nosferatu with a live soundtrack performed by the Richmond Symphony as part of the Genworth Pops Series—then stay for a full showing of The Rocky Horror Picture Show (and all the fun that comes with it) for just $10 more.
Let It Snow!Kick off your holidays with a concert featuring the sounds of the season! Join the Richmond Symphony, Richmond Symphony Chorus, Greater Richmond Children’s Choir and Associate Conductor Keitaro Harada for this annual tradition the whole family will love.
Music of Earth, Wind and Fire & The King of PopFrom Boogie Wonderland to Billie Jean, the music of Michael Jackson and Earth, Wind and Fire is what pop music is all about. Come hear Jeans ‘n Classics and the Symphony performing your favorite hits in a concert that will make everyone want to get up and dance!
Steve Lippia's Centennial Celebration: A Frank Sinatra TributeFrank Sinatra would have been 100 years old in 2015. Come celebrate the “Chairman of the Board’s” life and music as world-renowned entertainer Steve Lippia returns to Richmond to perform the Sinatra hits that we all love with the Richmond Symphony. Sponsored by:
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oct. 31 at 11:00am1 jan. 30 at 11:00am3 mar. 19 at 11:00amnov. 28 at 11:00am 42
Halloween Spooktacular Keitaro Harada, conductor
Come in your favorite costume and listen to the Richmond Symphony perform music from Frozen, Star Wars, Harry Potter, Pirates of the Caribbean and more. Your special ghosts, goblins and princesses may even receive a special pre-concert Trick or Treat bag!
The Snowman (animated film)Keitaro Harada, conductor
A perfect way to kick off the holiday season—enjoy the Academy Award-winning movie The Snowman accompanied by the Richmond Symphony. This charming animated film tells the story of a young boy’s magical friendship with a snowman. Enjoy other holiday favorites during this program as well. © Snowman Enterprises Limited “The Snowman“ by Raymond Briggs is published by Puffin
Green Eggs and HamKeitaro Harada, conductorSara Valentine, actor and directorKimberly Schroder, sopranoMichael Boudewyns, actor
Do you like Green Eggs and Ham? Really Inventive Stuff’s fully-staged orchestral adaptation of Dr. Seuss’s beloved children’s classic is a feast for the ears! The unstoppable Sam-I-Am serves up a banquet of surprises for a Seussical Diva in Robert Kapilow’s culinary cartoon-musical banquet.
Carnival of the AnimalsKeitaro Harada, conductorThe School of Richmond Ballet
Meet some of the wonderful members of the animal kingdom in Saint-Saëns famous Carnival of the Animals featuring The School of Richmond Ballet. Each musical movement captures the essence of a particular creature—can you recognize them all? This beloved work is an all-time favorite for introducing children to classical music.
Union Bank & Trust LolliPops Concerts to delight children and families
Union Bank & Trust LolliPops concerts start at 11:00am with pre-concert activities and a musical instrument petting zoo at 10:00am. Concerts are ideal for children aged 5 and up, but music lovers of all ages are welcome.
image © Snowman Enterprises Ltd
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Metro Collection Intimate, engaging chamber orchestra concerts at Randolph-Macon College
oct. 25 at 3:00pm1 feb. 21 at 3:00pm3 may 8 at 3:00pmjan. 17 at 3:00pm 42
Bartók, Weber, MozartKeitaro Harada, conductorJared Davis, clarinetBartók: Divertimento for String Orchestra
Weber: Clarinet Concerto No. 2 in E-flat Major, Opus 74
Mozart: Symphony No. 40 in G Minor, K. 550
Tchaikovsky: Variations on a Rococo Theme Steven Smith, conductorNeal Cary, celloIves: The Unanswered Question
Tchaikovsky: Variations on a Rococo Theme, Opus 33
Clint Needham: Urban Sprawl
Haydn: Symphony No. 92 in G Major “Oxford”
Beethoven: Symphony No. 1Steven Smith, conductorGustav Highstein, oboeStravinsky: Octet
Strauss: Oboe Concerto in D Major
Beethoven: Symphony No. 1 in C Major, Opus 21
Mendelssohn: Scottish SymphonySteven Smith, conductorFauré: Pelléas et Mélisande Suite, Opus 80
Ravel: Mother Goose
Mendelssohn: Symphony No. 3 in A Minor, Opus 56 “Scottish”
Learn more about the music with free pre-concert talks one hour before the concert.
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october 16 at 6:30 pmNielsen: Symphony No. 4, Opus 29 “The Inextinguishable”hosted by Steven Smith, conductor
november 13 at 6:30 pmSibelius: Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Opus 43 hosted by Steven Smith, conductor
february 5 at 6:30 pm
Tchaikovsky: Manfred Symphony, Opus 58 hosted by Victor Yampolsky, guest conductor
april 1 at 6:30 pmBrahms: Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Opus 73 hosted by Steven Smith, conductor
S it back, relax, and join the Richmond Symphony to explore the world of classical
music with our new casual fridays series. These 60-minute concerts start at 6:30pm and showcase great works from the classical repertoire. Your host and conductor will provide a deeper look into the evening’s work. After the performance, audience members will be invited to join the RSO for a post-concert happy-hour at CODA Urban Bistro. Concerts will be held in the Carpenter Theatre.
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Casual Fridays
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october 22 at 6:30pmBartók: Divertimento for String OrchestraKeitaro Harada, conductorJared Davis, clarinetSelections from Bartók, Weber and Mozart
january 14 at 6:30pmUrban SprawlSteven Smith, conductorNeal Cary, celloSelections from Ives, Tchaikovsky, Needham and Haydn
february 18 at 6:30pmStravinsky, Strauss & BeethovenSteven Smith, conductorGustav Highstein, oboeSelections from Stravinsky, Strauss and Beethoven
may 5 at 6:30pmMother GooseSteven Smith, conductorSelections from Fauré, Ravel and Mendelssohn
Rush Hour at
Hardywood
coming in fall 2015!
The RSO is taking its popular Rush Hour concerts
on the road to Hardywood Park Craft Brewery.
These one-hour informal concerts feature
fantastic music and discussion in the Hardywood
tasting room. Grab a beer, hit the food trucks and
enjoy a great concert at 6:30pm on a Thursday.
Tickets are $15.Hardywood Park Craft Brewery2408-2410 Ownby Lane Richmond, VA 23220
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A. Penny Lane Pub: 421 E Franklin StB. Café Rustica: 414 E Main StC. Capital Ale House: 623 E Main StD. Lemaire Restaurant: 101 W Franklin St;
The Jefferson Hotel: 101 W Franklin StE. Kenn Tico: 204 E Grace StF. Chez Foushee: 203 N FousheeG. Rappahannock Restaurant: 320 E Grace StH. Pasture: 416 E Grace StI. Bistro 27: 27 W Broad StJ. Tarrants Café: 1 W Broad StK. Thirst and Fifth Gastropub: 501 E Broad St;
Hilton Garden Inn: 501 E Broad St L. T Miller’s Sports Bar & Grill: 500 E Broad St;
Richmond Marriott: 500 E Broad StM. Coda Urban Bistro: 700 E Broad St N. Max's: 305 Brook RdO. Graffiato: 123 W Broad StP. Saison: 23 West Marshall Street
Parking, Restaurants & HotelsIt’s easy to get downtown for your RSO evening! Many of these restaurants offer special discounts to Richmond Symphony ticket holders. Check out www.richmondsymphony.com for details.
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season calendar
s e pt e m b e r12 Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony 8pm
13 Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony 3pm
o cto b e r16 Nielsen: Symphony No. 4, Opus 29
“The Inextinguishable”6:30pm
17 Nielsen's Fourth Symphony 8pm
22 Bartók: Divertimento for String Orchestra 6:30pm
24 Science Fiction Double Feature Nosferatu
8pm
Science Fiction Double Feature Rocky Horror Picture Show
10pm
25 Bartók, Weber, Mozart 3pm
31 Halloween Spooktacular 11am
n ov e m b e r 13 Sibelius: Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Opus 43 6:30pm
14 Sibelius and Liszt 8pm
CarMax Come & Play
28 The Snowman 11am
d ec e m b e r 4 Handel’s Messiah 7:30pm
5 Let it Snow! 8pm
6 Let it Snow! 3pm
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Altria Masterworks
Genworth Pops
Union Bank & Trust LolliPops
Casual Fridays
Metro Collection
Rush Hour at Hardywood
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ja n ua ry 9 A New Year in Vienna 8pm
10 A New Year in Vienna 3pm
14 Urban Sprawl 6:30pm
17 Tchaikovsky: Variations on a Rococo Theme 3pm
Green Eggs and Ham 11am
f e b r ua ry 5 Tchaikovsky: Manfred Symphony, Opus 58 6:30pm
6 Manfred Symphony 8pm
18 Stravinsky, Strauss & Beethoven 6:30pm
21 Beethoven Symphony No. 1 3pm
27 Earth, Wind and Fire & The King of Pop 8pm
2016m a r c h 5 Beethoven, Mussorgsky and Shostakovich 8pm
6 Beethoven, Mussorgsky and Shostakovich 3pm
19 Carnival of the Animals with The School of Richmond Ballet
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a p r i l 1 Brahms: Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Opus 73 6:30pm
2 Copland: Appalachian Spring 8pm
Steve Lippia's Centennial Celebration: A Frank Sinatra Tribute 8pm
m ay 5 Mother Goose 6:30pm
8 Mendelssohn: Scottish Symphony 3pm
14 Daphnis et Chloé 8pm
15 Daphnis et Chloé 3pm
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concerts are held at the Carpenter Theatre at Richmond CenterStage.
Metro Collection concerts are held at Randolph-Macon College at Blackwell Auditorium.
Rush Hour concerts are held at Hardywood Park Craft Brewery.
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