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WelcomeCon-cert (kan-surt)n.[fromLatincom-,with+certare,tostrive]1)mutualagreement,concord;2)aperformanceofmusic—inconcert,inunison.

Welcometo theAtlanta Symphony Orchestra’s 2011-2012DeltaClassicalConcertSeason, our 68th! This season has been years in the making. We deliberated andplannedanddevelopedandtestedideaafteridea,allinanefforttofulfillthehopes,tomeettheneedsandexpectationsofouraudiences.Iamconfidentthatwe’vecreatedaseasonthatwilldelightyou,moveyou,andinspireyou.

Overthecomingweeksyouwillseeandhearus:

In Concert with Great Music:Beethoven’simmortalNinthSymphony,Tchaikovsky’sbelovedViolinConcert,Brahms’dramaticSymphony4,Rachmaninov’sThe Bells,musicofourowndayfromrenownedcomposersOsvaldoGolijov,MichaelAbels,andEsa-PekkaSalonen—andmuch,muchmore.

In Concert with Great Artists: Music Director Robert Spano, soprano ChristineBrewer, our own Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Chorus, legendary violinist JoshuaBell,pianistsTerrenceWilsonandHoracioGutierrezandmany,manymore.

In Concert With This Community: Through our nationally recognized educationprograms—SoundLearning,theTalentDevelopmentProgram,theAtlantaSymphonyYouthOrchestraandSymphonyStreetConcerts—wearenurturingthemusicalgiftsofAtlanta’schildrenandshapingboththepresentandthefutureofourcity.

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Music Director Robert Spano, currently in his 11th season as music director of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra,

is recognized internationally as one of the most imaginative conductors today. Since 2001, he has invigorated and expanded the Orchestra’s repertoire while elevating the ensemble to new levels of international prominence and acclaim.

Under Mr. Spano’s artistic leadership, the Orchestra and its audiences have together explored a creative mix of programming, including Theater of a Concert performances, which explore different formats, settings, and enhancements for the musical performance experience, such as the first concert-staged performances of John Adams’s Doctor Atomic in November 2008 and the production of Puccini’s Madama Butterfly in June 2011. The Atlanta School of Composers reflects

Mr. Spano’s commitment to nurturing and championing music through multi-year partnerships defining a new generation of

American composers, including Osvaldo Golijov, Jennifer Higdon, Christopher Theofanidis, Michael Gandolfi, and Adam Schoenberg. Since the beginning of his tenure (to date), Mr. Spano and the Orchestra have performed more than 100 concerts containing contemporary works (composed since 1950).

Mr. Spano has a discography with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra of 19 recordings, six of which

have been honored with Grammy® awards. He has led the Orchestra’s performances at Carnegie Hall,

Lincoln Center, as well as the Ravinia, Ojai, and Savannah Music Festivals. Mr. Spano has led the New York and Los Angeles Philharmonics, San Francisco, Boston, Cleveland, Chicago and Philadelphia Symphony Orchestras, as well as Orchestra Filarmonica della Scala, BBC Symphony and Amsterdam’s Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra. In addition, he has conducted for Covent Garden, Welsh National Opera, Lyric Opera of Chicago, Houston Grand Opera, and the 2005 and 2009 Seattle Opera Ring cycles. Mr. Spano was Musical America’s 2008 Conductor of the Year.

In March 2010, Mr. Spano began a three-year tenure as Emory University’s distinguished artist-in-residence, in which he leads intensive seminars, lectures, and presents programs on science, math, philosophy, literature, and musicology.

In March 2011, Mr. Spano was announced as the incoming music director of the Aspen Music Festival. He was in residence in Aspen for the 2011 summer season as music director-designate and will assume the full role of music director in 2012.

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David Coucheron ConcertmasterWilliam Pu Associate Concertmaster

The Charles McKenzie Taylor Chair*

Justin BrunsAssistant Concertmaster

Jun-Ching Lin Assistant Concertmaster

Carolyn Toll HancockJohn MeisnerAlice Anderson Oglesby

Lorentz OttzenChristopher PulgramCarol RamirezJuan RamirezOlga ShpitkoDenise Berginson SmithKenn WagnerLisa Wiedman Yancich

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Judith CoxRaymond LeungSanford Salzinger

SECOND VIOLIN

David Arenz Principal The Atlanta Symphony Associates Chair*

Sou-Chun Su Associate Principal The Frances Cheney Boggs Chair*

Jay Christy Assistant PrincipalSharon BerensonDavid BraitbergNoriko Konno CliftDavid DillardEleanor KosekRuth Ann LittleThomas O’DonnellRonda RespessFrank Walton

VIOLA

Reid Harris Principal The Edus H. and Harriet H. Warren Chair*

Paul Murphy Associate Principal The Mary and Lawrence Gellerstedt Chair *

Catherine Lynn Assistant PrincipalWesley CollinsMarian KentYang-Yoon KimYiyin LiLachlan McBaneJessica OudinArdath Weck

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Christopher Rex Principal The Miriam and John Conant Chair*

Daniel Laufer Associate Principal The Livingston Foundation Chair*

Karen Freer Assistant PrincipalDona Vellek Assistant Principal Emeritus

Joel DallowJere FlintJennifer HumphreysLarry LeMasterBrad RitchiePaul Warner

BASS

Ralph Jones Principal The Marcia and John Donnell Chair *

Gloria Jones Associate PrincipalJane Little Assistant Principal Emeritus

Michael KenadyMichael KurthJoseph McFaddenDouglas SommerThomas Thoreson

Robert Spano Music Director The Robert Reid Topping Chair *

Donald RunniclesPrincipal Guest Conductor

The Neil and Sue Williams Chair *

Michael KrajewskiPrincipal Pops Conductor

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Christina Smith Principal The Jill Hertz Chair*Robert Cronin Associate PrincipalPaul BrittanCarl David Hall

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Elizabeth Koch Principal The George M. and Corrie Hoyt Brown Chair *

Yvonne Powers Peterson

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Ted Gurch Associate PrincipalWilliam RappaportAlcides Rodriguez

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Carl Nitchie PrincipalElizabeth Burkhardt Associate PrincipalLaura NajarianJuan de Gomar

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Brice Andrus PrincipalSusan Welty Associate PrincipalThomas WitteRichard Deane Bruce Kenney

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Thomas HootenPrincipal The Madeline and Howell Adams Chair*

The Mabel Dorn Reeder Honorary Chair*

Karin Bliznik Associate PrincipalMichael TiscioneJoseph Walthall

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Colin Williams Principal Stephen Wilson Associate PrincipalGeorge Curran

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Michael Moore Principal

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Mark Yancich Principal The Walter H. Bunzl Chair*

William Wilder Assistant Principal

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Thomas Sherwood Principal The Julie and Arthur Montgomery Chair*

William Wilder Assistant Principal The William A. Schwartz Chair*

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The Hugh and Jessie Hodgson Memorial Chair*

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Jere Flint Staff Conductor; Music Director of the Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra

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Norman MackenzieDirector of Choruses The Frannie and Bill Graves Chair

“Nyx,”a 17-minute work by the Finnish conductor and composer Esa-Pekka Salonen, arrives with its own mystique. Did Salonen title his composition after the ethereal figure Nyx, the goddess of the night in Greek mythology and a figure previously best captured on canvas by painters in search of a muse? Salonen himself isn’t saying, but Anna Frankenberg, a representative for the composer, says “he is hard at work completing his description of the piece.”

Esa-Pekka Salonen, and Robert Spano who conducts the U.S. premiere of Salonen’s “Nyx” October 27/29, are of one mind on a conductor’s role

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All shall be revealed Thursday and Saturday evenings, Oct. 27 and 29, when Robert Spano and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra give the U.S. premiere of “Nyx” — plus Scriabin’s Poem of Ecstasy and Rachmaninov’s The Bells.

Then it’s on to Carnegie Hall for the New York premiere of “Nyx,” and the Orchestra’s first performance at Carnegie without the Chorus since 1997, on Nov. 5. Instead of The Bells, pianist Garrick Ohlsson will perform the Rachmaninov Third Piano Concerto. (He plays the work on the new ASO Media recording, also featuring the composer’s Symphonic Dances, to be released in early November. A related article appears on page 48.)

The piece, a co-commission by Radio France, Carnegie Hall, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, the Barbican Centre and the Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra, had its world premiere Feb. 19, 2011, during the final concert of Festival Présences Paris. “Nyx” affords audiences here and at Carnegie a glimpse of kindred sprits at work: Spano and Salonen, luminaries of contemporary music who believe making new music begins at home.

One of the hallmarks of Spano’s career has been an unwavering advocacy of modern composers. Prior to his appointment as the Orchestra’s music director in 2001, Spano was at the Brooklyn Philharmonic

where he brought a vital edge to the orchestra’s repertoire and an enthusiastic audience that came from every borough in New York City to hear what some called “classical music’s new era.”

Spano redoubled his commitment when he moved to Atlanta — where he now lives year-round — and founded the justly acclaimed Atlanta School of Composers. Members include Jennifer Higdon, Christopher Theofanidis, Osvaldo Golijov, Michael Gandolfi and Adam Schoenberg, with more composers on the horizon. Their orchestral and choral works are an essential part of the Orchestra’s recorded oeuvre.

“Spano has found that audiences react to these composers with pleasure,” wrote Los Angeles Times critic Mark Swed in 2008. “The Orchestra takes pride in sending its listeners home happy, having been given a big sonic hug.”

Spano and Salonen are not the first conductors, of course, to try and solve the ultimate mystery of the orchestra business, which is how to attract new listeners without alienating established ones. Their reputations for bold choices, however, draw music lovers, and the kind of media swirl that Salonen for one can live without.

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MICHAEL KRAJEwSKI, Principal Pops conductor

K nown for his entertaining programs and clever humor, Michael Krajewski also holds the

title of principal pops conductor with the Houston and Jacksonville Symphony Orchestras.

As a guest conductor, Michael has performed with the Boston Pops, the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra and the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra. Other guest conducting appearances include the San Francisco, Dallas, Baltimore, Detroit, Indianapolis, Phoenix and National symphonies, as well as many other orchestras across the U.S. In Canada, he has led the National Arts Centre Orchestra and the Edmonton and Winnipeg symphonies. Other international appearances include performances with the Hong Kong Philharmonic, Iceland Symphony Orchestra and the Ulster Orchestra in concerts in Belfast and Dublin.

Michael is the conductor of the video Silver Screen Serenade with violinist Jenny Oaks Baker that aired worldwide on BYU Broadcasting. To date, he also has led the Houston Symphony on two holiday albums: Glad Tidings and Christmas Festival. Michael’s collaborative programs have included artists such as flutist James Galway, mezzo Marilyn Horne, guitarist Angel Romero, and pop artists Roberta Flack, Judy Collins, Art Garfunkel, Ben Folds, Doc Severinsen, Patti Austin, Sandi Patti, the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Pink Martini, Rockapella, Ann Hampton Callaway, Cirque de la Symphonie, Classical Mystery Tour and Big Bad Voodoo Daddy.

With degrees from Wayne State University in Detroit and the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, Michael furthered his training at the Pierre Monteux Domaine School for Conductors. He was a Dorati Fellowship Conductor with the Detroit Symphony and later served as that orchestra’s assistant conductor. He was resident conductor of the Florida Symphony and for 11 years served as music director of the Modesto Symphony Orchestra. Michael lives in Orlando, Fla., with his wife Darcy. When not conducting he enjoys travel, photography, jogging, bicycling and solving the New York Times Sunday crossword puzzle.

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ROCKAPELLA

G leefully, they are NOT your childhood Rockapella. Rather they’ve become

one of the world’s most sophisticated and lasting pop vocal groups. With the wild success of the TV smash “Glee” and a cappella groups reigning in the Corner of Cool on college campuses, there is clearly a hunger for exciting live vocal performance. A single concert opens a window on practically the whole history of vocal music from vintage Mills Brothers through jazz and rock to current hip-hop.

The little miracle that keeps the crowds coming back year after year, and constantly draws new fans, is Rockapella’s astonishing full-band sound. A sound that seems impossible coming from just five guys with microphones. No instruments, no tracks, no mirrors — and their hands never leave their wrists. “We’re making every bit as much music as the whole ‘Glee’ chorus — but with only five guys,” says Rockapella’s human beat-box Jeff Thacher.

“We make it rock and make it interesting,” explains Scott Leonard, the group’s chief songwriter, arranger and architect of the group’s evolving dynamic sound. USA Today summed up its lasting appeal like this: “The best musical instrument of all is the human voice — if you’ve seen Rockapella you know that’s the truth.”

The current Rockapella line-up features Scott Leonard (since 1991, high tenor), Jeff Thacher (1993, vocal percussionist), George Baldi III (2002, bass), John K. Brown (2004, tenor) and Steven Dorian (2010, tenor). This lineup marks a regeneration of Rockapella whose talents cover a broad entertainment spectrum and are keenly focused on musical excellence. “People have a hard time believing it’s just us making all of that music. It’s still those same elements that make modern band music: percussion, bass, melody and harmonies,” says Scott.

Bang pretty well says it — that’s the explosive title of the group’s latest CD [its 20th!] which showcases 13 pistol-hot original songs with at least one composition by each member — plus a bonus cover of Vampire Weekend’s “A-Punk.” With a Bang, the quintet delivers tight harmonies, soulful vibes and arrangements more akin to Stevie Wonder or the exciting perfectionist finals of “American Idol” than merely style-kissin’ cousins of callow boy-band boppers, doo-woppers or even barbershoppers. Says George, “With Bang, Rockapella has kind of risen to the occasion when it comes to competing with R&B or jazz or anything in that realm that is actually being played on the radio.”

A dozen men have belonged to Rockapella since its inception. The changes over time have naturally brought about a strengthening of talent with fresh entertaining possibilities. “As each guy has moved on or retired, the group has technically gotten better and closer to perfection,” explains most-senior member Scott. “Whenever we lose a guy it’s bittersweet, because you miss that special thing that he added to the recipe. But then you are able to go

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and find exactly who you think best fills that slot with maybe additional talents and a fresh personality in the mix.” With Rockapella’s smooth dance moves and mellifluous Motown harmonies, the group is probably as close as you might come in the 21st century to charisma of the Temptations.

Rockapella had the foresight in 1993 to upgrade with the powerful full-time addition of mouth drummer Jeff, who can summon a world of percussion sounds from snare drum whacks to shimmering cymbals to the meaty-beaty bop of a kick-drum. You really have to witness it to appreciate its magical mysterious cacophony. “People often ask me if it hurts,” says Jeff, a graduate of the Berklee School of Music and a producer for other artists. “It doesn’t exactly look pretty but the ends justify the means.” As a pioneer of the form, he invented the use of special acoustic pick ups that capture his guttural throat sounds, along with brass-instrument-style “spitting” sonic effects captured by hand microphones that are the trademark of modern “beatboxing.”

Another bonding element in Rockapella is that each singer has come from a Disney talent-development enterprise. “Disney is a breeding ground for good performers — it’s like the Hamburg Club was for the Beatles,” says Steven, the group’s newest member, who starred in Disney’s Festival of The Lion King. “You have to bring your ‘A’ game at least three or fourtimes a day within six-hour shifts, five days a week at Disney. You can’t get tired. You have to take care of your voice. You’ve got to stay in shape so you can get in there and survive and be consistent.” [Thank you, Walt!]

Naturally, Rockapella is a moniker that describes the group’s artful meld of rock and a cappella. The group is best known in the United States as the innovative entertainers whose wit, schtick and tunes were jet-thrusters for the 295 episodic voyages of the PBS show “Where in the World Is Carmen Sandiego?” The 10 million kids (and parents) who tuned in weekly during the show’s 1991-96 heyday have created a powerful family fan base for the group. The show’s theme song is STILL Rockapella’s most downloaded song. “It’s almost like our national anthem,” John Brown says.

The versatile group has been all over the entertainment map, appearing early on in the PBS “Do It A Cappella” special hosted by Spike Lee. The singers also have guested with Whoopi Goldberg on her TV specials. “These guys knock the s**t out of me; they’re amazing,” she Whoops. The Rocka-resume includes jingles for Folgers coffee and Almond Joy; custom promos for the “Today” show; and an appearance on “The Tonight Show” with Jay Leno.

The group has stretched of late into the instrumental world, performing with the Boston Pops Orchestra. “It was something new for us,” says Scott, who helped create special arrangements for the concerts for both Rockapella and the Pops. “It’s a thrill to have that wall of sound coming from behind you. Besides, it gave me a chance to satisfy my urge to arrange for new instruments and indulge my fascination for Glenn Miller-style big band arrangements that I loved growing up.”

Rockapella has travelled far in the sonic solar system since its early collegiate roots, when an enthusiastic a cappella quartet of Brown University graduates started singing doo-wop


on New York City’s street corners in 1986. Over the decades Rockapella has evolved into a high-energy concert performance troupe that travels the globe giving at least 80 concerts a year. “It is not just about the pretty notes and the nice singing,” says John, who is a veteran of Broadway shows — and is a mean tap dancer to boot. “It is a whole thing: the presence we give off, the little comedy bits, the timing and interacting, both during and after the show.” Adds George, “Concerts give us the chance to be both creative and spontaneous since something new may happen to us during the day that we can bring into the show.”

Because of the universal appeal of vocal music, Rockapella attracts an avid international following that regularly takes the group to such exotic locales as Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland and Germany. The group often performs a song or two in the native tongue of the country it’s visiting. Rockapella’s stardom is particularly luminous in Japan, where Scott began his professional career at Disneyland Tokyo, and later enjoying a solo career that eventually led to Rockapella’s first recording contract. “What we do is really transcultural; we are ambassadors,” says Scott, who has become fluent in both Japanese and German to better connect with the audience. “When you make that extra effort to connect with people, with their language, and show an awareness of their customs and popular music, they are yours forever.”

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Deckard’s Kitchen and Kegs a neighborhood American tavern with a new England twist. Serving simple craft cuisine, classic ingredients and an extensive, eclectic beer selection. 650 Ponce De Leon Ave., 404-941-3520, kitchenandkegs.com. M

Garrison’s A neighborhood destination known for high quality food, generous portions and a comfortable setting. Superb wine and specialty cocktails compliment the highest quality seafood, steaks and creative sandwiches. Vinings Jubilee Shopping Center, 4300 Paces Ferry Rd., 770-436-0102, garrisonsatlanta.com. V

Joe’s nostalgic charm sets the stage for a wholly unique tavern experience. With an accent on congenial good times, Joe’s sassy food servers keep patrons smiling, while the master mixologists whip up drinks known for their flavor and potency. Midtown: 1049 Juniper St. NE, 404-875-6344; College Park: 2144 Sullivan Rd., 404-844-5000, joesatlanta.com. M, D

Lenox Square Grill offers breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. DJ every Friday and Saturday night til 2am. Private meeting rooms accommodate up to 150. 3393 Peachtree Rd. NE, 404-841-2377, lenoxsquaregrill.com. B

Livingston Restaurant and Bar it’s hard to beat the location (across from the Fox theatre in the Georgian terrace), and diners get complimentary parking, but the main attraction is the glamour of the main dining room, which has hosted the likes of

clark Gable, and the al fresco seating area, which is available in warm weather. 659 Peachtree St. NE, 404-897-5000, livingstonatlanta.com. M

Lobby the menu focuses on seasonal fare at this sophisticated American restaurant in the lobby of tWElVE Atlantic Station. 361 17th St., 404-961-7370, lobbyattwelve.com. M

ONE.midtown kitchen Dine on fresh, seasonal American cuisine in a club-like atmosphere near Piedmont Park. 559 Dutch Valley Rd., 404-892-4111, onemidtownkitchen.com. M

The Melting Pot is the premiere fondue restaurant where guests can enjoy a choice of fondue cooking styles and a variety of unique entrees, salads and indulgent desserts. 28 Atlanta locations, including 754 Peachtree St. NE, 404-389-0099, meltingpot.com. M

Murphy’s this restaurant has one of the city’s top brunch menus, but it’s known for great people-watching and its contemporary comfort food. 997 Virginia Ave., 404-872-0904, murphysvh.com. VH

Taco Mac Atlanta’s favorite family friendly sports restaurant and bar since 1979. consistently voted best wings and beer selection, taco mac has something for everyone. 25 metro Atlanta locations, including 933 Peachtree St. NE, blocks away from the Fox Theatre. 678-904-7211, tacomac.com. M

Two Urban Licks “Fiery” American cooking meets live music at this hip hangout. 820 Ralph McGill Blvd., 404-522-4622, twourbanlicks.com. M

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Chops Lobster Bar one of the top ten steakhouses in the country, featuring exquiste seafood flown in fresh daily and the very best uSDA prime aged beef. 70 West Paces Ferry Rd., 404-262-2675, buckheadrestaurants.com. B

Joey D’s Oakroom near Perimeter mall, this stylish steak house has a staggering selection of spirits and a hot after-dinner singles scene. 1015 Crown Pointe Pkwy., 770-512-7063, centraarchy.com. P

New York Prime A Prime time top 10 uSDA Prime Steakhouse known for its wine list, atmosphere and world class service. 3424 Peachtree Rd. NE, 404-846-0644, centraarchy.com. B

Prime Enjoy steak, sushi and seafood in a festive atmosphere near lenox mall. 3393 Peachtree Rd. NE, 404-812-0555, h2sr.com. B

Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse A favorite local steak house with multiple locations near shopping and entertainment hotspots. Sides are generous, and the quality of the steaks and seafood is excellent. Three locations: Buckhead, 3285 Peachtree Rd. NE, 404-365-0660; Sandy Springs, 5788 Roswell Rd., 404-255-0035; Centennial Olympic Park, 267 Marietta St., 404-223-6500; ruthschris.com. B, SS, D

The Tavern at Phipps this is one of Atlanta’s hottest after-work spots, and has been singled out for its happy hour and singles scene by Jezebel, inSite magazine and the Aol city Guide. 3500 Peachtree Rd. NW, 404-814-9640, centraarchy.com. B

South City Kitchen With a stylish, Southern-contemporary menu, this DironA restaurant helped make grits hip for the business crowd. Two locatons: Midtown: 1144 Crescent Ave., 404-873-7358; Vinings: 1675 Cumberland Pkwy., 770-435-0700, southcitykitchen.com. M, V

Terrace celebrates American heirloom recipes through supporting local and regional farmers, fisherman and producers. it recaptures pure flavors and tastes of natural and organic ingredients while bursting with delicious flavors. 176 Peachtree St. NW, 678-651-2770, ellishotel.com/terrace. D

Aja Restaurant & Bar Serving modern Asian cuisine, Aja has a 150-seat patio overlooking Buckhead and a huge lounge, where diners nosh

on dim sum and sip mai tais. 3500 Lenox Rd., Ste. 100, 404-231-0001, h2sr.com. B

Bluepointe Serving modern American cuisine with a splash of Asian flavor, it features inventive menu items from the kitchen and Atlanta’s freshest sushi. home to a hip bar, creative cocktails and half-priced happy hour on weekdays. 3455 Peachtree Rd., 404-237-9070, buckheadrestaurants.com. B

Corner Café Enjoy the rich aroma of Pano’s reserve blend coffee paired with baked-on-site pastries, bread, cookies and special desserts from the European-style bakery. the café serves a variety of breakfast, brunch and lunch selections with daily specials. 3070 Piedmont Rd., 404-240-1978, buckheadrestaurants.com. B

Sugar Shack From breakfast paninis, signature sandwiches for lunch and dinner, and amazing cakes, pies, cheescakes, cupcakes and coffee. there is something for everyone at every hour at the Sugar Shack. 4058 Peachtree Rd., 404-816-6161, sugarshackatlanta.com. B

Engine 11 Firehouse Tavern has a great menu and always has something special that isn’t on their regular menu. they carry an extensive draft beer selection that focuses on American craft beers. 30 North Ave., 404-873-FIRE. engine11.com. M

Gordon Biersch Fresh-brewed beers are a tasty accent to this brewery-restaurant’s hearty pizzas, salads and sandwiches. For a small additional fee, pre-show diners can leave cars in the lot while they’re at the Fox. Two locations: Midtown: 848 Peachtree St. NE, 404-870-0805; Buckhead: 3242 Peachtree Rd. NE, 404-264-0253, gordonbiersch.com. M, B

Tap A gastropub offering easy-to-share pub fare and an extensive beer selection. the patio is a great place to chill after work. 1180 Peachtree St., 404-347-2220, tapat1180.com. M

Parish new orleans-inspired dishes served with a modern twist and a fully stocked raw bar; a nawlins-inspired brunch is served on the weekends. Downstairs, a take-away market sells sandwiches, spices, pastries and beverages. 240 N. Highland Ave., 404-681-4434, parishatl.com. IP

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Ecco Esquire magazine named this casual, European-influenced bistro a “Best new restaurant in America.” it’s also gotten raves for its killer wine list, wood-fired pizzas, and impressive meat and cheese menus. 40 Seventh St. NE, 404-347-9555, ecco-atlanta.com. M

Shout A young crowd keeps Shout’s rooftop lounge hopping every night. the menu reflects a mix of mediterranean, Far Eastern and South American influences. 1197 Peachtree St. NE, 404-846-2000, h2sr.com. M

Bistro Niko Voted as one of the top 20 restaurants by Esquire magazine, the modern French fare is authentic and simple, while being paired with an affordable priced wine list, exciting cocktails and extensive craft beer list. 3344 Peachtree Rd., 404-261-6456, buckheadrestaurants.com. B

La Tavola Serving classic italian cuisine for lunch and dinner in the heart of Virginia-highland. 992 Virginia Ave., 404-873-5430, latavolatrattoria.com. VH

Pricci is fun, stylish dining at its best. the contemporary italian restaurant features an innovative menu which combines classic cuisine with modern flair. Join us every week for Jazzy thursdays when bottles of wine are half-priced and live music sets the mood. 500 Pharr Rd., 404-237-2941, buckheadrestaurants.com.B

Veni Vidi Vici located in the heart of midtown, Veni Vidi Vici serves up hearty portions of homemade pasta, rotisserie meats and delectable desserts. it’s a perfect restaurant for pre-theater dining or as a place to unwind and enjoy a relaxing meal. 41 14th St., 404-875-8424, buckheadrestaurants.com. M

Cantina Tequila & Tapas Bar is located in the terminus building on the corner of Peachtree and Piedmont roads. it features authentic mexican cuisine and has become Buckhead’s newest watering hole. 3280 Peachtree Rd. NW, Terminus 100, Ste. 150, 404-892-9292, h2sr.com. B

Noche A Virginia-highland favorite known for its Spanish-style tapas dishes and margaritas. 1000 Virginia Ave., 404-815-9155, h2sr.com. VH

El Taco An eco-friendly watering hole serving fresh mexican food made with all-natural meats and killer margaritas. 1186 N. Highland Ave.NE, 404-873-4656, eltaco-atlanta.com.VH

Nava offers a Southwestern experience with flavorful cuisine, bold design and striking architecture. Don’t miss out every Wednesday for Party on the Patio with live music, $5 signature margaritas and appetizers. 3060 Peachtree Rd., 404-240-1984, buckheadrestaurants.com. B

Atlanta Fish Market more than 100 varieties from the deep are flown in fresh and the menu is printed twice daily. With a comfortable, neighborhood atmosphere, it has something for everyone. 265 Pharr Rd. NE, 404-262-3165. B

Coast Seafood and Raw Bar serves Atlanta’s freshest seafood and island cocktails. the menu incorporates classics including crab and corn hush puppies, a signature seafood boil, and a variety of raw or steamed oysters, clams and mussels; along with signature fresh catch entrees. 111 W. Paces Ferry Rd. NW, 404-869-0777, h2sr.com. B

Goldfish this fun seafood/sushi restaurant has happy hour specials mon-Fri and nightly entertainment in its lounge. 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd., 770-671-0100, h2sr.com. P

Kyma Fresh, healthy food, attentive Greek hospitality and festive atmosphere await you. Enjoy a contempoary seafood tavern that stays true to its Greek orginis while you gaze at the dazzling constellation displayed on the deep blue ceiling. 3085 Piedmont Rd., 404-262-0702, buckheadrestaurants.com. B

Room this elegant restaurant serves steak and sushi on the ground floor of the tWElVE centennial Park hotel. 400 W. Peachtree St., 404-418-1250, roomattwelve.com. D

Strip this sophisticated steak, seafood and sushi restaurant offers an in-house DJ and a rooftop deck. Atlantic Station at 18th St., 404-385-2005, h2sr.com. M

Twist this lively restaurant has a huge bar, satay station, tapas menu, sushi and seafood dishes; patio seating is first-come, first-served. 3500 Peachtree Rd. NW, 404-869-1191, h2sr.com. B

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MEXICAN

MEDITERRANEAN/LATIN/ASIAN FUSION

SEAFOOD/SUSHI

SPANISH/TAPAS

STEAK/SUSHI


support

Mrs. Thalia N. Carlos**Delta Air Lines

The Mabel Dorn Reeder FoundationThe Zeist Foundation, Inc.

Fulton County Arts Council

National Endowment for the Arts

UPS

GE Asset ManagementAbraham J. & Phyllis Katz FoundationMr. & Mrs. Charles H. McTier

Turner Broadcasting SystemThe Vasser Woolley Foundation, Inc.Woodruff Arts Center

Madeline & Howell Adams, Jr.Mrs. Anne Cox Chambers

The Coca-Cola CompanyMrs. William A. Schwartz

$50,000+

$500,000+

$250,000+

$100,000+

$75,000+

$35,000+

$25,000+

*We are grateful to these donors for taking the extra time to acquire matching gifts from their employers. **Deceased.

AnonymousAT&T Real Yellow PagesMarcia & John DonnellGE EnergyThe Graves FoundationInterContinental Hotels Group

The Charles Loridans Foundation, Inc.

The Reiman FoundationMr. Thurmond SmithgallRobert SpanoSusan & Thomas Wardell

SunTrust BankSunTrust FoundationSunTrust Bank

Trusteed Foundation – Walter H. and Marjory M. Rich Memorial Fund

Massey Charitable TrustPorsche Cars North America

Publix Super Markets CharitiesPatty & Doug Reid

Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP

Susan & Richard AndersonStephanie & Arthur BlankMr. & Mrs. C. Merrell CalhounMr. & Mrs. Bradley Currey, Jr.Georgia Council for the ArtsGeorgia Natural GasAnn & Gordon Getty FoundationJohn H. & Wilhelmina

D. Harland Charitable Foundation, Inc.

Lucy R. & Gary Lee, Jr.MetLife FoundationThe Sara Giles Moore

FoundationNalley Automotive GroupTerence L. & Jeanne P. Neal*Victoria & Howard PalefskyMr. & Mrs. Solon P. Patterson*Printpack Inc. & The Gay

& Erskine Love Foundation

Ryder System, Inc.Mrs. Charles A. Smithgall, Jr.Mr. & Mrs. K. Morgan

Varner, IIIAdair & Dick WhiteAnn Marie & John B.

White, Jr.*Sue & Neil Williams

The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra gratefully acknowledges the generous gifts of individuals, corporations, foundations, government and other entities whose contributions help the Orchestra fulfill its mission to be a vigorous part of the cultural fabric of our community. The following list represents the cumulative total of philanthropy of $1,750 and above to the Orchestra’s fundraising campaigns, events and special initiatives from the fiscal year 2011: June 1, 2010 through May 31, 2011.

(Please note that donor benefits are based solely on contributions to the annual fund.)


$15,000+

$10,000+

$5,000+

Pinney L. Allen & Charles C. Miller III

The Antinori FoundationLisa & Joe BankoffMary Helen & Jim DaltonMr. & Mrs. David EdmistonIn memory of Polly Ellis

by Admiral James O. Ellis, Jr.

Mr. Donald F. FoxMr. & Mrs. Lawrence L.

Gellerstedt IIICharles & Mary GindenAnn A. & Ben F.

Johnson III*Sarah & Jim KennedySteve & Eydie KooninCarrie & Brian Kurlander

Michael & Cindi LangDonna Lee & Howard

C. EhniMeghan & Clarke

MagruderJeff Mango -

Verizon WirelessMr. & Mrs. William

T. Plybon*

Dr. Stanley & Shannon Romanstein

Lynn SchinaziIrene & Howard SteinMary Rose TaylorRay & John UttenhoveMr. & Mrs. Edus H.

Warren, Jr.

AnonymousThe Aaron Copland Fund

for Music, Inc.AGCO Corporation,

Lucinda B. SmithMark & Christine ArmourThe Balloun FamilyKelley O. & Neil

H. BermanMr. David BoatwrightMrs. Suzanne Dansby

Bollman & Mr. Brooks Bollman

The Boston Consulting Group

The John & Rosemary Brown Family Foundation

The Walter & Frances Bunzl Foundation

Cynthia & Donald CarsonDr. John W. CooledgeTrisha & Doug CraftCari Katrice DawsonEleanor & Charles

EdmondsonRosi & Arnoldo FiedotinMary D. GellerstedtGMT Capital CorporationNancy D. GouldThe Robert Hall Gunn,

Jr. Fund

Joe Guthridge & David Ritter*

Jan & Tom HoughMr. Tad HutchesonRoya & Bahman IrvaniAnne Morgan & Jim KelleyMr. & Mrs. Donald

R. KeoughMr. & Mrs. John M. LawThe Livingston

Foundation, Inc.Mike’s Hard LemonadeMorgens West FoundationLynn & Galen OelkersPrimerica

Margaret & Bob ReiserBill & Rachel Schultz*Joyce & Henry SchwobMr. John A. Sibley IIIJohn SparrowCarol & Ramon Tome

Family Fund*Trapp FamilyMike & Liz TroyTurner Foundation, Inc.Mark & Rebekah WassermanNeal & Virginia WilliamsSuzanne Bunzl Wilner

Atlanta Federation of Musicians

Edith H. & James E. Bostic, Jr. Family Foundation

Breman FoundationJeff & Ann Cramer*

Mr. & Mrs. Jesse Hill, Jr.C. Tycho & Marie Howle

Foundation

JBS FoundationThe Hellen Plummer

Charitable Foundation, Inc.

Anonymous (3)John** & Helen Aderhold*Aadu & Kristi Allpere*Ms. Julie M. AltenbachThe ASCAP FoundationDr. Robert L. & Lucinda

W. BunnenCharles Campbell & Ann

Grovenstein-CampbellRichard A. & Lynne

N. DorfmanChristopher & Sonnet

Edmonds

Dr. & Mrs. Carl D. FacklerDavid L. ForbesJames F. FraserThe Fraser-Parker

Foundation, Inc.Betty Sands FullerSally & Carl GableDick & Anne GoodsellThe Jamieson FamilyPhilip I. KentJames H. LandonGeorge H. Lanier

The Sartain Lanier Family Foundation, Inc.

Pat & Nolan LeakeLinks Inc., Azalea City

ChapterBelinda & Gino MassafraLinda & John MatthewsJohn F. & Marilyn

M. McMullanPenelope & Raymond

McPhee*Dr. & Mrs. Mark P.

Pentecost, Jr.

Margaret H. PetersenJohn & Kyle RogersHamilton & Mason Smith*Sandy & Paul SmithPeter James StellingMrs. C. Preston StephensTriska Drake & G.

Kimbrough Taylor, Jr.Charlie Wade &

M.J. ConboyRussell Williamson

& Shawn Pagliarini

$7,500+

$17,500+

Anonymous (2)Jim and Adele

AbrahamsonThe Arnold

Foundation, Inc.

Mr. & Mrs. Paul J. Blackney

Janine Brown & Alex J. Simmons, Jr.

City of Atlanta Office of Cultural Affairs

Gary & Nancy FayardMr. & Mrs. Paul

R. GarciaJane & Clay JacksonKarole & John Lloyd

Mr. Kenneth & Dr. Carolyn Meltzer

Loren & Gail StarrAlison M. & Joseph

M. ThompsonCamille Yow

$3,500+

AnonymousMr. & Mrs. Dennis ChorbaMr. James L. Davis &

Ms. Carol Comstock*Jere & Patsy Drummond

Ellen & Howard FeinsandFour Seasons Hotel AtlantaHerbert & Marian

Haley FoundationSteven & Caroline Harless

Mr. & Mrs. John E. Hellriegel

Mr. & Mrs. Daniel H. Hollums

JoAnn Hall Hunsinger

Paul & Rosthema KastinDr. & Mrs. James

T. Laney*Mr. & Mrs. William

C. Lester*


*We are grateful to these donors for taking the extra time to acquire matching gifts from their employers. **Deceased.

$2,250+

$1,750+

Anonymous (3)Mrs. Kay Adams*

& Mr. Ralph PaulkMr. & Mrs. Phillip

E. Alvelda*Paul & Marian AndersonJack & Helga BeamMs. Laura J. Bjorkholm

& Mr. John C. Reece IIRita & Herschel BloomMargo Brinton & Eldon ParkJacqueline A. & Joseph E.

Brown, Jr.Dr. & Mrs. Anton

J. BueschenMajor General & Mrs.

Robert M. BunkerDr. Aubrey M. Bush

& Dr. Carol T. BushThe Buss Family

Charitable FundMs. Marnite B. CalderMr. & Mrs. Beauchamp

C. CarrChip & Darlene ConradMr. & Mrs. Thomas

G. CousinsMr. Robert Cronin

& Ms. Christina SmithSally & Larry DavisElizabeth & John Donnelly

Gregory & Debra DurdenMs. Diane DurginCree & Frazer DurrettThe Robert S. Elster

Foundation George T. & Alecia

H. EthridgeJohn & Michelle FullerMr. & Mrs. Edward

T. GarlandDr. Mary G. George

& Mr. Kenneth MolinelliBen & Lynda GreerDr. & Mrs. Alexander GrossPaul B., Paul H.,

& M. Harrison HackettSally W. HawkinsDarlene K. HensonMr. & Mrs. Harry C. HowardRichard & Linda HubertDr. William M. HudsonMr. & Mrs. William C.

Humphreys, Jr.Dr. & Mrs. James M. HundDorothy JacksonMs. Cynthia JenessMr. & Mrs. Robert

A. JohnsonMr. W. F. & Dr. Janice

JohnstonDr. Maurice J. Jurkiewicz**

Hazel & Herb KarpMr. & Mrs. John

H. KauffmanMr. & Mrs. L.

Michael KellyDick & Georgia Kimball*Mr. & Mrs. Daniel J. KingDr. Fulton D. Lewis III & Mr.

Stephen Neal RhoneyMr. & Mrs. J. David LifseyMr. & Mrs. Paul A. Lutz*Mr. & Mrs. Frederick

C. MabryBarbara & Jim MacGinnitieThe Devereaux F.

& Dorothy McClatchey Foundation, Inc.

Mr. & Mrs. Albert S. McGhee

Birgit & David McQueenGregory & Judy MooreMs. Lilot S. Moorman

& Mr. Jeffrey B. BradleyDr. & Mrs. R. Daniel NableMr. & Mrs. Robert OliveMs. Rebecca OppenheimerMr. & Mrs. Andreas

PenningerSusan PerdewDr. & Mrs. W. Harrison

Reeves, Sr.

Mr. & Mrs. Richard L. Rodgers

Mr. & Mrs. George P. Rodrigue

Dr. Paul J. SeguinElizabeth S. SharpAngela & Morton SherzerKay R. ShirleyBeverly & Milton ShlapakHelga Hazelrig SiegelLewis SilverboardBaker & Debby SmithAmy & Paul SnyderMr. & Mrs. Raymond F.

Stainback, Jr.Lynne & Steven Steindel*John & Yee-Wan StevensMr. & Mrs. George B.

Taylor, Jr.Mr. & Mrs. Mark TaylorAnnie York-Trujillo & Raul

F. TrujilloMr. William C. VossDr. & Mrs. James O.

Wells, Jr.David & Martha WestMr. & Mrs. Peter

L. WhitcupMary Lou WolffJan & Beattie WoodMr. & Mrs. John C. Yates

AnonymousMr. & Mrs. Stephen

D. AmboDr. David & Julie BakkenMr. & Mrs. Ron BellLeon & Linda BorchersMr.** & Mrs. Eric

L. BrookerMr. & Mrs. Russell

E. ButnerMr. & Mrs. Walter

K. CanipeSusan & Carl CoferMr. & Mrs. R. Barksdale

Collins*Ralph & Rita ConnellDr. & Mrs. William

T. CookJean & Jerry CooperMr. & Mrs. Brant Davis*Mrs. H. Frances DavisMr. & Mrs. Peter T.

de KokDrs. Carlos Del Rio

& Jeannette Guarner

Elizabeth & John DonnellyXavier Duralde

& Mary BarrettCree & Frazer DurrettDr. Francine D. Dykes

& Mr. Richard DelayMary Frances EarlyRee & Ralph EdwardsGeorge T. & Alecia

H. EthridgeBill & Susan GibsonCarol & Henry GradyMr. Lewis H. Hamner IIIThomas HighIn memory of Carolyn

B. HochmanStephanie & Henry HowellMary B. & Wayne JamesAaron & Joyce JohnsonVeronique & Baxter JonesLana M. JordanMr. Thomas J. JungDr. Rose Mary KolpatzkiMr. & Mrs. David Krischer

Thomas C. LawsonMr. & Mrs. Craig

P. MacKenzieKay & John MarshallMartha & Reynolds

McClatcheyCaptain & Mrs. Charles

M. McCleskeyVirginia K. McTagueAngela & Jimmy MitchellMrs. Gene Morse**Barbara & Sanford OrkinDr. & Mrs. Keith

D. OsbornDr. & Mrs. Bernard

H. PalayMr. & Mrs. Emory

H. PalmerElise T. PhillipsDr. & Mrs. Frank

S. Pittman IIIThe Reverend Neal

P. Ponder, Jr.Provaré Technology, Inc.

Ms. Susan Robinson & Ms. Mary Roemer

The Gary Rollins Foundation

John T. RuffDr. & Mrs. Rein SaralAlida & Stuart SilvermanSydney SimonsAlex & Betty Smith

Foundation, Inc.Johannah SmithMr. & Mrs. Gabriel SteagallKay & Alex SummersElvira TateMr. & Mrs. William

M. TippingDrs. Jonne & Paul WalterAlan & Marcia WattMr. & Mrs. William White*Hubert H. Whitlow, Jr.Mrs. Frank L. Wilson, Jr.Charlie & Dorothy Yates

Family FundHerbert & Grace Zwerner

$3,500+ continued

Deborah & William LissDr. & Mrs. James T. LowmanRuth & Paul MarstonMr. & Mrs. Harmon B.

Miller III

Walter W. MitchellLeslie & Skip PetterMr. & Mrs. Rezin Pidgeon, Jr.Mr. & Mrs. Joel F. ReevesS.A. Robinson

Nancy & Henry ShufordIn memory of Willard ShullElliott SopkinMs. Kimberly Tribble

& Mr. Mark S. Lange

Burton TrimbleDrs. Julius & Nanette WengerH. & T. Yamashita*

support


Henry Sopkin CircleRecognizing planned gifts that benefit the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra

Madeline & Howell E. Adams, Jr.

Mr.* & Mrs. John E. Aderhold

William & Marion AtkinsDr. & Mrs. William BauerNeil H. BermanFred & Bettye BettsMr.* & Mrs.* Karl

A. BevinsMr.* & Mrs. Sol BlaineFrances Cheney Boggs*W. Moses BondRobert* & Sidney BoozerElinor A. BremanWilliam Breman*James C. Buggs, Sr.Mr. & Mrs. Richard

H. BurginHugh W. BurkeWilber W. CaldwellMr. & Mrs. C. Merrell CalhounCynthia & Donald CarsonMargie & Pierce ClineDr. & Mrs. Grady

Clinkscales, Jr.Miriam & John

A. Conant*Dr. John W. CooledgeMr.* & Mrs.* William

R. CummickelJohn R. DonnellDixon W. Driggs*Catherine Warren DukehartMs. Diane DurginKenneth P. DutterArnold & Sylvia EavesElizabeth Etoll

John F. EvansDoyle Faler*Rosi & Arnoldo FiedotinDr. Emile T. FisherA. D. Frazier, Jr.Betty & Drew* FullerCarl & Sally GableWilliam H. GaikKay Gardner*Mr.* & Mrs. L. L.

Gellerstedt, Jr.Ruth Gershon & Sandy CohnMicheline & Bob GersonMr. & Mrs. John T. GloverMrs. Irma G. Goldwasser*Robert Hall Gunn, Jr.Billie & Sig* GuthmanBetty G. & Joseph* F. HaasJames & Virginia HaleMiss Alice Ann Hamilton*John & Martha HeadMs. Jeannie HearnMr. Walter T. Heist* Jill* & Jennings HertzAlbert L. Hibbard, Jr.*Richard E. HodgesMr. & Mrs. Charles K.

Holmes, Jr.Mr.* & Mrs. Fred A.

Hoyt, Jr.Dr. & Mrs. James

M. HundMary B. JamesCalvert JohnsondeForest F. Jurkiewicz*Herb & Hazel KarpAnne Morgan

& Jim Kelley

Bob KinseyJames W. & Mary Ellen*

KitchellPaul Kniepkamp, Jr.Miss Florence KopleffOuida Hayes LanierMr. & Mrs. William LesterLiz & Jay* LevineJane LittleMrs. J. Erskine Love, Jr.Nell Galt & Will D. MagruderK Maier John W. Markham, IIIAnn Bernard Martin*Mr. Michael McDowell*Dr. Michael S. McGarryMr. & Mrs. Richard McGinnisVera A. Milner*Mr. & Mrs. Bertil

D. NordinRoger B. OrloffDr. Bernard

& Sandra PalayBill PerkinsMr. & Mrs. Rezin E.

Pidgeon, Jr.Janet M. PierceReverend Neal P.

Ponder, Jr.William L. & Lucia

Fairlie PulgramThe Reiman FoundationCarl J. Reith*Edith Goodman Rhodes*Vicki J. & Joe A. RiedelDr. Shirley E. RiversMr. & Mrs. Martin

H. Sauser

Mr. Paul S. Scharff & Ms. Polly G. Fraser

Edward G. Scruggs*Dr. & Mrs. George P. SessionsW. Griggs Shaefer, Jr.*Mr.* & Mrs.* Robert ShawCharles H. Siegel*Mr. & Mrs. H.

Hamilton SmithMrs. Lessie B. SmithgallMargo Sommers*Elliott SopkinElizabeth Morgan SpiegelDaniel D. Stanley*Peter James StellingBarbara Dunbar Stewart* C. Mack* & Mary

Rose TaylorJennings Thompson IVMargaret* & Randolph

ThrowerKenneth & Kathleen TiceSteven R. TunnellMary E. Van ValkenburghMrs. Anise C. Wallace*Mr. & Mrs. John B.

White, Jr.Adair & Dick WhiteHubert H. Whitlow, Jr.Sue & Neil WilliamsMrs. Frank L. Wilson, Jr.Elin M. Winn*Joni WinstonGeorge & Camille WrightMr.* & Mrs. Charles

R. YatesAnonymous (12)

*Deceased

Patron Partnership Thomas J. Jung, Chair

The Patron Partnership of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra is the society of donors who have given $1,750 or more and comprise a vital extension of the Orchestra family through their institutional leadership and financial support.

Appassionato Meghan Magruder, Appassionato Chair

The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra is privileged to receive annual contributions from individu-als throughout the Southeast. Appassionato was inaugurated in 2000 and welcomes annual givers of $10,000 and above. Appassionato members provide the Symphony with a continu-ous and strong financial base in support of our ambitionous aritistic and education initiatives.

additional supportBlonder Family Foundation William McDaniel Charitable

FoundationWilliam Randolph Hearst

Endowed Fund


Classical Title SponsorClassic Chastain Title Sponsor

Family and SuperPOPS Presenting Sponsor

RICHARD ANDERSONChief Executive Officer

Holiday Title Sponsor

MUHTAR KENTPresident and

Chief Operating Officer

DARRYL HARMONSoutheast Regional President

Atlanta School of Composers Presenting Sponsor

PHILIP I. KENTChief Executive Officer

Supporter of the AtlantaSymphony Orchestra Chorus

JERRY KARRManaging Director

This program is supported in part by the Georgia Council for the Arts (GCA) through the appropriations of the Georgia General Assembly. GCA also receives support from its partner agency, the National Endowment for the Arts

Major funding for this organization is provided by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners under the guidance of the Fulton County Arts Council.

Major support is provided by the City of Atlanta Office of Cultural Affairs.

Atlanta Symphony Orchestra programs are supported in part by an award from the National Endowment for the Arts.

corporate & government support


2011-2012 boardBelinda Massafra

PresidentSylvia Davidson

President ElectSuzy Wasserman,

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“Being a conductor myself, I do have some knowledge of the ‘empty hype’ that goes with this profession,” he said in an interview several years ago with Alex Ross of The New Yorker. “Conductors should be what they used to be — spokespeople for music in their hometown. But [as a composer] only I can write my own music. There’s no one else who can do it for me.”

Having studied horn, composing and conducting at the Sibelius Academy in Helsinki during the 1970s, Salonen initially considered himself to be a conducting composer, until 1983, when he pinch-hit on short notice for a performance of Mahler’s Third Symphony with the Philharmonia Orchestra in London and became a composing conductor virtually overnight. His orchestral works are regularly performed and broadcast around the world.

The Salonen-Spano pairing has prompted a palpable buzz in Atlanta music circles. After all, Spano and the ASO have performed nearly 100 contemporary pieces (works composed since 1950), since 2001, including seven ASO-commissioned world premieres, two additional world premieres, and two U.S. premieres as of the 2011-12 season. The Orchestra has received a total of eight Grammy awards for five recordings of contemporary works and, in 2007, was awarded ASCAP’s most prestigious honor, the John S. Edwards Award for Strongest Commitment to New American Music.

Next up, “Nyx.”

Tickets and more information on the performance and the complete 2011-12 season are available at aso.org, at the Woodruff Arts Center box office or by calling 404.733.5000.

“�Conductors�should�be�spokespeople�for�music�in�their�hometown.”

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community corner

Meet Sheehan Hanrahan,

a member of the Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra and a student at Alpharetta High School. A Youth Orchestra student council leader and sole student member of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s Education Committee, Sheehan also develops community service projects for his school orchestra and now is developing a Youth Orchestra community service plan.

what started you on the path to community service?I started early, joining clubs and activities in my elementary, middle and high schools, and a community organization with my family. In middle school, I was a member of the chamber music program, Beta Club, Junior Honor Society and a member of the Atlanta Indian Catholic Association. All these organizations arranged for community opportunities which I took part in; all of them exposed me to community service and giving.

Share a little about the community service plan you’re developing for the Youth Orchestra.I envision every member participating in at least one community service project this season, which is a challenge because we do a lot more than practice and perform music. We’re involved in sports, school clubs, organizations and many other activities, but I am confident we can do it — from volunteering at instrument petting zoos and a Youth Orchestra fundraiser to working in the community. Student musicians are the Youth Orchestra’s greatest resource, and following the lead of the Atlanta Symphony, we have the potential to take our music and talents throughout Atlanta and Georgia. There are many of us and taking part in one service project will have a lot of impact in the community.

Tell us about your work with the ASYO Student Council.I’ve been a member for two years. The student council is comprised of members from each [instrumental] section, and we meet throughout the year to discuss the non-music and social aspect of being in the orchestra and bring up any questions or concerns. We also plan events throughout the year that give students an opportunity to socialize and get to know one another. In the past we have held secret Santa gift exchanges and kickball games and will add community service as a priority.

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what are the challenges you face as the “student voice” on the Orchestra’s Education Committee?One of the biggest challenges is finding ways to make music more interesting and to incorporate it into students’ lives in the community and in their schools. Many students who would have been exposed to music at an early age are now missing out due to budget cuts, and this is devastating. We are all aware of the numerous studies that repeatedly show the positive effects of music on children, yet many families are not inclined towards music or are unable to afford private music tuition. My peers in the Youth Orchestra and I are a testament to the positive impact that music can have on students. I started playing the violin in fourth grade, and since then I have realized how much it has benefitted and helped me in various aspects of my life. There are many ideas as to how to solve this problem and efforts are underway to improve the situation.

How does the ASO impact your life and lives in your high school and community?It’s my favorite thing about this city and has provided me with so many wonderful experiences and opportunities, both musical and non-musical. To me, there is nothing that can compare to a night at the symphony. Watching our outstanding orchestra perform music with unsurpassed skill and musicality offers me something that no movie or theater can. My visits to Atlanta Symphony Hall are always the highlight of my week and always create fantastic memories.

The Orchestra also allows us to grow and develop by providing us mentoring from by its musicians. Participating in master classes is a privilege that very few students

elsewhere receive. Musicians volunteer their time to travel to schools throughout the city to work with students and teachers, and perform at Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park and Chastain Park Amphitheater, Family concerts and Symphony Street concerts. These provide wonderful music experiences for the general public and serve to make the Symphony an ever bigger part of the Atlanta community.

On a more personal level, our parent orchestra has helped me develop my leadership, social, academic and organizational skills to a great extent. These skills have helped me start a chamber music group in my school that performs throughout the community, and represent the Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra at local music camps. I am grateful.

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The album is the third release this year by ASO Media. The Orchestra created the label in late 2010, and “It was an exciting and vital step forward for us,” recalled John Sparrow, who guides the label as vice president of orchestra initiatives and general manager. “We were thrilled to build on our longstanding tradition of excellence with our partners at Telarc, which had brought us national and international recognition.”

The Orchestra-Telarc partnership spanned four decades and produced 27 Grammy awards, and ended only when Concord Records purchased Telarc. Telarc producer

Elaine Martone and recording engineer Michael Bishop, both of whom received Grammys for their work with the Orchestra, are part of the ASO Media team as well, a fact applauded by Spano.

“We have a great recording history together,” he said, “and working with Elaine and Michael provided the opportunity to perpetuate this legacy and ensure our recording history remains a vital and integral part of our future.”

ASO Media’s first recording came out Feb. 22, 2011. Music Director Robert Spano conducted the Orchestra in works by two members of his Atlanta School of Composers: On A Wire, a concerto by Pulitzer Prize-winner Jennifer Higdon, an Atlanta native, with the chamber ensemble eighth blackbird; and Michael Gandolfi’s choral work, QED: Engaging Richard Feynman (“The most exciting choral work I’ve heard in a while” — America Record Guide), with the Orchestra Chorus.

On June 28, ASO Media released the world-premiere recording of Atlanta School member Christopher Theofanidis’s Symphony No. 1 (“fresh and provocative” wrote the San Francisco Chronicle), and Peter Lieberson’s Neruda Songs, inspired by the poetry of Pablo Neruda, sung by mezzo-soprano Kelley O’Connor.

A few years back, critic Susan Elliott remarked that “no other orchestra in this country has commissioned and performed as much new work in a similar time frame as have Robert Spano and his players.” With the launch of ASO Media and three records in less than a year, it’s safe to say the ASO is still on track.

ASO Media recordings are available at the Symphony Store.

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