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C O N T E N T S
WELCOME page 2
MASTERWORKS page 5
POPS page 10
FRIDAY FUSION page 13
PREMIERE EVENTS page 14
COFFEE page 16
PLUGGED IN page 18
PASSPORT page 19
HOLIDAYS/SPECIALS page 20
ARTS ACCESS page 22
FAMILY page 23
YOUTH ORCHESTRA page 24
SUPPORT page 25
VOLUNTEERS page 26
SPONSORS page 27
BENEFITS page 28
Branding design and strategy is provided by
Burdette Ketchum.
PURE.
It’s what live, symphonic music is. The talent. The sound. The works. The hall. There may be other ways to listen to music and there are other live performances, but there is no entertainment and enrichmentexperience more pure than the symphony. Just the music and you.Think of the way each performance –from Pops, to Friday Fusion, toMasterworks – moves you:
PURE GENIUS
PURE BEAUTY
PURE FUN
PURE JOY
PURE SOUL
PURE SKILL
PURE MAGIC
PURE INSPIRATION
The list is endless, and everyonedefines the pureness of their symphony experience differently.So in this era of iPods, ear phones and CDs, one form of music is available to all of Jacksonville in its purest form.
Enjoy this, our 60th season, and mayyou feel the power of pure.
MASTERWORKSAnne Aikiko plays Barber page 5
WELCOMEFrom Fabio Mechetti page 2
60TH ANNIVERSARYCELEBRATIONpage 15
DONOR SUPPORTpage 27
P U R E A R T I S T R YJacksonville Symphony Orchestra
60 YEARS
P U R E P A S S I O N Music Director Fabio Mechetti
10 YEARS
P U R E C O M M I T M E N T Jacksonville Symphony Chorus
25 YEARS
P U R E P O W E RThe Bryan Concert Organ
10 YEARS
If there was ever a year for the people of Jacksonville to celebrate alegacy of great music, this is it – from awe-inspiring classics, to fabulousguest artists and entertainers to a landmark 60th Anniversary Concertwith Itzhak Perlman.
Reserve your seats now and join the celebration as we present Mozart’sopera Cosí fan tutte and Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Oklahoma!Highlights also include Tchaikovsky’s Pathétique, Beethoven’s Eroica,the Van Cliburn Gold Medalist Debut, Pictures at an Exhibition, a newFriday Fusion series, and a Fresh Ink World Premiere. Entertainingevenings with Sandi Patty, Pink Martini, and tributes to Charlie Chaplin,Ray Charles, John Williams and modern Broadway headline our Pops series.
This season we also celebrate the Jacksonville Symphony Chorus’ 25 years of great music with Orff’s monumental Carmina Burana and we honor the 10th season of the majestic Bryan Concert Organ in Jacoby Symphony Hall with Saint-Saëns’ Organ Symphony.
Since its first performance 60 years ago, the Jacksonville SymphonyOrchestra has elevated our community with the highest quality of artistry.And during these past 10 years, it has been my sincere honor tocollaborate with this great orchestra to continually reach new heights.
Our tradition is a testament to what the Jacksonville SymphonyOrchestra has always shared with music lovers – variety, excitement and something to inspire your life – every time we perform.
Enjoy!
Fabio MechettiMusic Director and Principal ConductorHaskell Endowed Chair
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Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 6, “Pathétique”
Copland Lincoln Portrait
Orff Carmina Burana
Chee-Yun Plays Mozart
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September 25, 26, 2009Lincoln Portrait
Concert sponsored by HaskellAdditional funding provided by
The National Endowment for the Arts
Fabio Mechetti, conductorAnne Akiko Meyers, violin*
October 16, 17, 2009Tchaikovsky’s Pathetique
Concert sponsored by Jacksonville Greyhound Racing
Fabio Mechetti, conductorAntti Siirala, piano*
November 6, 7, 2009Carmina Burana
Concert sponsored byMain Charitable Trust
Fabio Mechetti, conductorStacey Tappan, soprano*Christopher Pfund, tenor*Leon Williams, baritone*
Jacksonville Symphony Chorus+Jacksonville Children’s Chorus *
November 20, 21, 2009Beethoven’s Eroica
Michael Butterman, conductorKirill Gerstein, piano*
January 15, 16, 2010Organ Symphony
CelebrationFabio Mechetti, conductor
Felix Hell, organ*
Anne Akiko Myers’ talent, stunning beauty and stage presence are perfect counterparts to Barber’ssweet-sounding orchestral favorite.We also honorLincoln’s bicentennial with Copland’s famous tribute,narrated by actor Clifton Davis.
Copland Lincoln Portrait
Barber Violin Concerto*
Dvor̀́ák Symphony No. 8
Tchaikovsky’s immortal “Pathétique” is a reflection of the composer’s deeply discordant life, a complextexturing of emotion – sorrow leavened with hope,and happiness tinged with a foreboding of despair.
Rachmaninoff The Rock: fantasy
Mendelssohn Piano Concerto No. 2*
Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 6, “Pathétique”
If triumph over adversity ever needed a soundtrack,this is it.The powerful and seductive emotions ofCarmina Burana and Brahms’ visions of destiny will set the stage for an incredible night of music,featuring the Jacksonville Symphony Chorus –celebrating 25 years of great music with the JSO.
Brahms Schicksalslied (Song of Destiny)+
Orff Carmina Burana*+
Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3 was dedicated toNapoleon, until his beloved hero crowned himselfEmperor. He carved the title out with a knife andrenamed it “Heroic Symphony” to champion therights of all mankind. “Eroica” became the turningpoint for musical Romanticism and forced the world to rethink who was the true conqueror –Bonaparte or Beethoven?
Hailstork An American Port of Call
Liszt Piano Concerto No. 2*
Beethoven Symphony No. 3, “Eroica”
We’re pulling out all the stops to celebrate the tenth year of the Bryan Concert Organ.This historicCasavant belts out a massive kaleidoscope of soundwith 6,215 pipes in all.
Bach/Stokowski Toccata and Fugue (orchestral transcription)
Jongen Sinfonia Concertante*
Saint-Saëns Symphony No. 3, “Organ Symphony”*
February 5, 6, 2010Van Cliburn Gold
Fabio Mechetti, conductorVan Cliburn Gold Medalist (TBA),
piano*
February 26, 27, 2010
Chee-Yun, Mozart & BrahmsJoAnn Falletta, conductor
Chee-Yun, violin*
March 19, 20, 2010Alisa Plays Shostakovich
Fabio Mechetti, conductor Alisa Weilerstein, cello*
April 16, 17, 2010Rachmaninoff’sThird Concerto
Fabio Mechetti, conductorArnaldo Cohen, piano*
Jacksonville Symphony Chorus+
May 14, 15, 2010Pictures at an Exhibition
Fabio Mechetti, conductorKayo Ishimaru, harp*
Who came first – Van Cliburn or “The Van Cliburn”?The Cliburn Competition is as famous as thelegendary pianist himself.And its distinguishedwinners continue to bring the highest qualityperformances to audiences everywhere. Be among the select few to witness the debut tour of the 2009Van Cliburn winner, performing one of Beethoven’smonumental concertos.
Barber Essay No. 1
Beethoven Piano Concerto (TBA)*
Stravinsky Petrushka (1947)
An artist with masterful disposition, Chee-Yun isperfectly matched for this work of Mozart, his finalconcerto for violin, brilliant in theme and rich in color.At the podium will be Grammy-winner JoAnnFalletta, “one of the finest conductors of hergeneration.” (New York Times).
Debussy Petite Suite
Mozart Violin Concerto No. 5*
Brahms Symphony No. 2
Alisa Weilerstein is sure to capture the sardonic toneof Shostakovich, all the while impressing upon theaudience her distinctive musical personality.Theworld-renowned Weilerstein will delight audienceswith a piece steeped in folk lullaby and Soviet satire.
Shostakovich Cello Concerto No. 1*
Bruckner Symphony No. 4, “Romantic”
Audience favorite Arnaldo Cohen returns for a wildand exciting rendition of the ultimate piano challenge– Rachmaninoff’s Third Concerto. Composer and JSOviolinist (!) Piotr Szewczyk, winner of Fresh Ink 2008,premieres a fanfare for the First Coast and the JSOChorus sings the sweet melodies of Mendelssohn.
Szewczyk First Coast Fanfare (Fresh Ink Commission – World Premiere)
Mendelssohn Psalm 98, “Sing to the Lord”+
Mendelssohn Psalm 114, “The Journey from Israel to Egypt”+
Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 3*
Take a stroll through one of the most triumphantmusical art tours of all, Pictures at an Exhibition.Art inspires music by composer Michael Colina in a modern rendition of Goya’s famous images.
Colina Los Caprichos
Ginastera Harp Concerto*
Mussorgsky/Ravel Pictures at an Exhibition
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Masterworks Guest Artists sponsored by Ruth Conley.
Words on Music at 6:30 p.m. on Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.Conductor’s Club Members are invited to an Intermission Reception.
Post-concert Talkback after Saturday performances.
JoAnn Falletta Conducts Mozart & Brahms
Alisa Weilerstein Plays ShostakovichOrgan Symphony Celebration
Arnaldo Cohen plays Rachmaninoff
M A S T E R W O R K S
Jacksonville Symphony Chorus25th Anniversary
Beethoven’s EroicaMozart Violin Concerto No. 5 with Chee-Yun
Liszt Piano Concerto No. 2 with Kirill Gerstein
M A S T E R W O R K S
F I D E L I TY N AT I O N A L F I N A N C I A L
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October 15, 16, 17, 2009Tchaikovsky’s Pathetique
Concert sponsored by Jacksonville Greyhound Racing
Fabio Mechetti, conductorAntti Siirala, piano*
November 5, 6, 7, 2009Carmina Burana
Concert sponsored byMain Charitable Trust
Fabio Mechetti, conductorStacey Tappan, soprano*Christopher Pfund, tenor*Leon Williams, baritone*
Jacksonville Symphony Chorus+Jacksonville Children’s Chorus *
November 19, 20, 21, 2009Beethoven’s Eroica
Michael Butterman, conductorKirill Gerstein, piano*
February 25, 26, 27, 2010Chee-Yun, Mozart & Brahms
JoAnn Falletta, conductorChee-Yun, violin*
March 18, 19, 20, 2010Alisa Plays Shostakovich
Fabio Mechetti, conductor Alisa Weilerstein, cello*
April 15, 16, 17, 2010Rachmaninoff’s Third Concerto
Fabio Mechetti, conductorArnaldo Cohen, piano*
Jacksonville Symphony Chorus+
May 13, 14, 15, 2010Pictures at an Exhibition
Fabio Mechetti, conductorKayo Ishimaru, harp*
Tchaikovsky’s immortal “Pathétique” is a reflection of the composer’sdeeply discordant life, a complex texturing of emotion – sorrowleavened with hope, and happiness tinged with a foreboding of despair.
Rachmaninoff The Rock: fantasy
Mendelssohn Piano Concerto No. 2*
Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 6, “Pathétique”
If triumph over adversity ever needed a soundtrack, this is it.The powerful and seductive emotions of Carmina Burana and Brahms’visions of destiny will set the stage for an incredible night of music,featuring the Jacksonville Symphony Chorus – celebrating 25 years of great music with the JSO.
Brahms Schicksalslied (Song of Destiny)+
Orff Carmina Burana*+
Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3 was dedicated to Napoleon,until his beloved hero crowned himself Emperor. He carved the title out with a knife and renamed it “Heroic Symphony”to champion the rights of all mankind.“Eroica” became the turning pointfor musical Romanticism and forced the world to rethink who was thetrue conqueror – Bonaparte or Beethoven?
Hailstork An American Port of Call
Liszt Piano Concerto No. 2*
Beethoven Symphony No. 3, “Eroica”
An artist with masterful disposition, Chee-Yun is perfectly matched forthis work of Mozart, his final concerto for violin, brilliant in theme andrich in color.At the podium will be Grammy-winner JoAnn Falletta,“one of the finest conductors of her generation.” (New York Times).
Debussy Petite Suite
Mozart Violin Concerto No. 5*
Brahms Symphony No. 2
Alisa Weilerstein is sure to capture the sardonic tone of Shostakovich,all the while impressing upon the audience her distinctive musicalpersonality.The world-renowned Weilerstein will delight audienceswith a piece steeped infolk lullaby and Soviet satire.
Shostakovich Cello Concerto No. 1*
Bruckner Symphony No. 4, “Romantic”
Audience favorite Arnaldo Cohen returns for a wild and excitingrendition of the ultimate piano challenge – Rachmaninoff’s ThirdConcerto. Composer and JSO violinist (!) Piotr Szewczyk, winner ofFresh Ink 2008, premieres a fanfare for the First Coast and the JSOChorus sings the sweet melodies of Mendelssohn.
Szewczyk First Coast Fanfare (Fresh Ink Commission – World Premiere)
Mendelssohn Psalm 98, “Sing to the Lord”+
Mendelssohn Psalm 114, “The Journey from Israel to Egypt”+
Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 3*
Take a stroll through one of the most triumphant musical art tours of all, Pictures at an Exhibition.Art inspires music by composerMichael Colina in a modern rendition of Goya’s famous images.
Colina Los Caprichos
Ginastera Harp Concerto*
Mussorgsky/Ravel Pictures at an Exhibition
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B L U E C R O S S A N D B L U E S H I E L D O F F LO R I D A
P O P SMichael Krajewski, Principal Pops Conductor
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October 2, 3, 2009Fly Me to the Moon
Concert sponsored byRegency Centers together with
Joannie & Russell Newtonand Brooke and Hap Stein
Michael Krajewski, conductorMichael Andrew, guest artist
October 23, 24, 2009Chaplin at the Symphony
with Dan KaminGrant Cooper, conductorDan Kamin, guest artist
In the style of famous crooners Frank Sinatra, Dean Martinand Nat King Cole, Michael Andrew is sure to delight with his performances of celestial songs like “Fly Me To the Moon,”“Moon River,” “Unforgettable” and many more.
It’s an uproarious evening of comedy and music! Experiencethe genius of Charlie Chaplin the way his original audiencesdid – on the big screen, with live musical accompaniment.Enjoy two timeless comedies, Easy Street and The Immigrant,accompanied by Grant Cooper’s whimsical score, full of jazz,wit and delight at every comic turn of events.
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November 13, 14, 2009American Salute with
Sandi PattyMichael Krajewski, conductor
Sandi Patty, guest artistDouglas Anderson School
of the Arts Concert Chorale
December 11, 12, 2009Holiday Pops
Scott Terrell, conductorLynn Roberts, guest artist
Jacksonville Symphony ChorusJacksonville Children’s Chorus
January 22, 23, 2010A Tribute to Ray Charles
Concert sponsored in honor of theCity Rescue Mission
Steven Reineke, conductorEllis Hall, guest artist
February 19, 20, 2010John Williams Spectacular
Michael Krajewski, conductorJacksonville Symphony Chorus
March 5, 6, 2010Broadway Rocks!Concert sponsored by
DuBow Family FoundationSteven Reineke, conductor
Christina Norrup, Mark Willett, Kirsten Bracken and Zachary Prince,
guest artists
March 26, 27, 2010Pink Martini
Fabio Mechetti, conductorPink Martini, special guests
One of the most highly acclaimed performers of our time,Sandi Patty is simply known as “The Voice.” The five-timeGrammy winner and Gospel Music Hall of Fame inducteespeaks to the heart of Americana and her signature renditionsof “God Bless America,” and “The Star-Spangled Banner”have become synonymous with patriotic celebration.
Celebrate the season as the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestrabrings you wonderful melodies with symphonic yuletidefavorites. Lynn Roberts, songbird extraordinaire, joins thefestivities while the Symphony Chorus and Children’s Choruswill warm your hearts.
From country to blues, jazz, R&B and funk, Ray Charles setthe standard for greatness. Join the electrifying Ellis Hall forsongs of the pioneering singer-pianist who gave us years ofsoulful joy with hits such as “Georgia on My Mind,” “Hit theRoad Jack” and “Unchain My Heart.”
From the cinema to the symphony, John Williams is anAmerican icon.With a list of movie score credits of more than100 and counting, John Williams owns the record for the mostOscar nominations for a living person. Re-live the excitementand enjoy favorite melodies from films such as E.T., Star Wars,Jaws, Harry Potter and Raiders of the Lost Ark.
Broadway never had a beat like this! The hits of modernBroadway come alive with a dazzling lineup of star-powersingers and our own college choruses from University of NorthFlorida, Jacksonville University and FSCJ bursting with energy.With songs from blockbuster musicals like West Side Story,Grease, Wicked and Fame, this concert is filled with one greatmoment to the next.
Fresh off the heels of a new album release, the group performsan eclectic variety of original tunes and forgotten classics,bringing a distinctively modern touch to songs from bygoneeras and exotic lands.
Conductor’s Club Members are invited to an Intermission Reception.
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F R I D AY F U S I O N
French FusionMichael Butterman Returnsto the JSO Stage
Stephanie Jeong Plays PaganiniLatin Fusion
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October 9, 2009German Fusion
Michael Butterman, conductorKevin Reid, horn
Christopher Dwyer, hornAlexei Romanenko, cello
January 29, 2010French Fusion
Fabio Mechetti, conductorPeter Wright, clarinet
March 12, 2010Italian Fusion
Fabio Mechetti, conductorStephanie Jeong, violin
2009-10 Yvonne Charvot BarnettYoung Artist
April 9, 2010Latin Fusion
Fabio Mechetti, conductorPeter Soave, bandoneon
Conductor Michael Butterman returns to the JSO stage for a celebration of music from Berlin to Vienna. Our ownKevin Reid and Christopher Dwyer collaborate onBeethoven’s Duo for Two Horns and Alexei Romanenkodazzles in a performance of Schumann’s Cello Concerto.Works from Mozart, Schubert and “The Waltz King”Johann Strauss, Jr. will also add to the musical festivities.
Join the JSO and clarinetist Peter Wright for a nightshowcasing the crème de la crème of French music,highlighting romantic and mystical works from composersMilhaud, Ravel, and Gounod, along with Wright’sperformance of Bozza’s Clarinet Concerto.And because no French musical showcase would be complete without it,you’ll hear a suite from Bizet’s Carmen.
Enjoy a night of Old World Italy with Paganini’s ViolinConcerto No. 1 featuring Stephanie Jeong, who capturedthe highest award at the 2008 Paganini Competition.Fabio Mechetti and the JSO highlight the Italianinspirations of Rossini and Puccini, as well as Respighi’sAncient Airs and Dances.
Sounds from Argentina to Andalusia set the stage withworks such as Falla’s Three Cornered Hat, Copland’s Latin-American Sketches and Piazzolla’s Concerto forBandoneon, the accordion-like instrument that createsthe essential tango sound.
We invite you to fuse your evening’s entertainment together for a complete experience at the Times-Union Center. Enjoy a tastefully arranged variety of symphonic gems
introduced from the stage by our artists, pre-concert food based on the concert theme,and time to stay and mingle afterwards with audiences and musicians. Plans are in the
works for visual art, jazz and acoustic music and more entertaining elements,all at this great location on the St. Johns River.
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Log on to jaxsymphony.org for a complete program list.
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G E N E R A L A D M I S S I O N A D M I S S I O N W I T H F O O D
The Julius N. Frankel Foundation presents
M O Z A R T ’ S O P E R A
Cosi Fan Tutte$ 9 5 $ 6 5 $ 4 5 $ 3 5
Saturday, February 13, 2010 at 8:00 p.m.J I M A N D J A N M O R A N T H E AT E R
Fabio Mechetti, conductorKyle Marrero, stage director
Mozart’s comic wit strikes again in perfect style for Valentine’s Day weekend.Two guys boast that their fiancées would never stray, so their buddy challenges them to a wager.
“All women are fickle,” he claims.They then try to seduce each other’s betrothed in disguise as a test of their beloved’s faithfulness. How far will this gamble go? When love is true, it passes all tests.
Fiordiligi – Barbara Shirvis • Dorabella – Elizabeth DeShong
Guglielmo – Philip Cutlip • Ferrando – Stanford Olsen
Despina – Jane Redding • Don Alfonso – Stephen Bryant
Jacksonville Symphony Chorus
Opera in two acts. Sung in Italian with English supertitles.
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Itzhak Perlman
Saturday, January 9, 2010 at 8:00 p.m.
Fabio Mechetti, conductorItzhak Perlman, violin
Guest artist sponsored by Brooks
Celebrate the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra’s 60-year legacy with special guest Itzhak Perlman. Undeniably the reigning virtuoso of the violin,Perlman is synonymous with landmark events, including one from our history –
the grand opening of the JSO’s new home in the Times-Union Center.
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COFFEE CLASSICS (CC)5 C O N C E R T S
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COFFEE POPS (CP)5 C O N C E R T S
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COFFEE PASSPORT8 T I C K E T S – YO U R C H O I C E
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See page 10 for more about our Pops concerts.See page 13 for more about our Fusion concerts.
German FusionOctober 9, 2009 (CC)
Fabio Mechetti, conductorAlexei Romanenko, cello*
Schumann Cello Concerto*
Mozart Symphony No.34
Strauss Pizzicato Polka
Strauss Thunder and Lightning Polka
Chaplin at the Symphonywith Dan Kamin
October 23, 2009 (CP)Grant Cooper, conductorDan Kamin, guest artist
Beethoven’s EroicaNovember 20, 2009 (CC)
Michael Butterman, conductor
Hailstork An American Port of Call
Beethoven Symphony No. 3
Holiday PopsDecember 11, 2009 (CP)
Concert sponsored by Westminster WoodsScott Terrell, conductor
Lynn Roberts, guest artist
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French FusionJanuary 29, 2010 (CC)
Fabio Mechetti, conductorPeter Wright, clarinet*
Milhaud The Creation of the World
Bozza Clarinet Concerto*
Ravel Pavane for a Dead Princess
Bizet Carmen: Suite No. 2
John Williams Spectacular
February 19, 2010 (CP)
Concert sponsored by Raymond James & AssociatesMichael Krajewski, conductor
Broadway Rocks!March 5, 2010 (CP)
Steven Reineke, conductorChristina Norrup, Mark Willett,
Kirsten Bracken and Zachary Prince, guest artists
Italian FusionMarch 12, 2010 (CC)
Fabio Mechetti, conductorStephanie Jeong, violin*
Rossini La scala di seta (The Silken Staircase): Overture
Paganini Violin Concerto No. 1*
Puccini Capriccio sinfonico
Rachmaninoff’s Third Concerto
April 16, 2010 (CC)Fabio Mechetti, conductor
Arnaldo Cohen, piano*
Szewczyk First Coast Fanfare Fresh Ink Commission –(World Premiere)
Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 3*
Cirque de la Symphonie May 21, 2010 (CP)
Michael Krajewski, conductorCirque de la Symphonie, guest artists
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The Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra’s popular Plugged In Series spotlights the defining moments by the artists who created the era we call Classic Rock. Each concert is a sonic journey, with rock bands
and captivating lead vocalists, backed by the power of a live symphony orchestra.
October 10, 2009The Music of Eric Clapton
Jeff Christmas, conductor • Rik Emmett, guitar and lead vocalist with band
January 30, 2010Woodstock’s Greatest Hits
Concert sponsored by David A. SteinJeff Christmas, conductor • Neil Donell, Karen LeBlanc,
and Aaron Macdonald, vocalists with band
March 13, 2010The Music of James Taylor
Jeff Christmas, conductor • Neil Donell, lead vocalist with band
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Is your schedule too busy?
Then PASSPORT is for you!
Purchasing a subscription saves you money over single tickets.And with excellent benefits, subscriptions are a better value than ever.
Another way to subscribe is with PASSPORT.For $500, PASSPORT can save you up to 20% per concert ticket
and gives you the flexibility to choose ten admissions to series concerts.
Two people can attend five concerts, five people can attend two concerts,or you can attend all ten, whichever you prefer.
Call our box office when you’re ready to redeem your passport tickets and we’ll provide you with the best available seats.
Areas A and F are based on availability.(Passport is not redeemable for Oklahoma!, Cosi fan tutte,
Itzhak Perlman or any other special concerts.)
P A S S P O R T
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The Coffee Passport gives you eight Coffee Series admissions,
and the flexibility to choose any combination of tickets.
One person can attend eight concerts;
two can attend four concerts; and so on.
(Coffee Passport is only valid for Coffee Series concerts.)
H O L I D A Y S
First Coast NutcrackerFri., Dec. 4, 2009 at 8:00 p.m.
Sat., Dec. 5, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
Sun., Dec. 6, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. Jim and Jan Moran Theater
Michael Butterman, conductor
Holiday Pops EncoreSat., Dec. 12, 2009 at 3:00 p.m.Sun., Dec. 13, 2009 at 7:00 p.m.
Scott Terrell, conductorLynn Roberts, guest artist
Jacksonville Symphony ChorusJacksonville Children’s Chorus
Handel’s MessiahSat., Dec. 19 2009 at 8:00 p.m.
Michael Butterman, conductorAwet Andemicael, soprano
Jennifer Lane, mezzo-sopranoAlex Richardson, tenorDean Elzinga, baritone
Jacksonville Symphony Chorus
Enter the world of childlike imagination as the enchantingFirst Coast Nutcracker showcases internationally acclaimeddancers, our area’s finest dance corps and Tchaikovsky’sbeloved melodies performed live by your JSO.
Celebrate the season as the Jacksonville SymphonyOrchestra brings you wonderful melodies with symphonicyuletide favorites. Lynn Roberts, songbird extraordinaire,joins the festivities while the Symphony Chorus andChildren’s Chorus will warm your hearts.
Amidst the frenzied hustle and bustle, it’s difficult to find an oasis of sanity where the meaning of Christmas isn’t trampled upon.We have your oasis –Handel’s Messiah. Hallelujah!
Oklahoma!Fri., Sept. 18, 2009, at 8:00 p.m.Sat., Sept. 19, 2009, at 2:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m.Sun., Sept. 20, 2009, at 2:00 p.m.Friday concert sponsored byThe Guild of the Jacksonville Symphony
Michael Butterman, conductorTod Booth, director
Rodgers and Hammerstein’s musical tale of love,
community and patriotic passion in the heart of
rural America was modern Broadway’s first real
phenomenon. Its colorful costumes, brilliant choreography
and beloved songs like “Oh What
a Beautiful Mornin’,” “Surrey With The Fringe
On Top” and “People Will Say We’re In Love”
have made it a timeless classic.The cast of
the Alhambra Theatre joins the Jacksonville Symphony
Orchestra for a semi-staged concert production of the
complete musical in the
Times-Union Center’s Jacoby Symphony Hall.
Join the Symphony Guild for an OpeningNight Celebration!
Call 358-1479 for more information.
S P E C I A L S
The Music of Pink FloydSat., May 8, 2010 at 8:00 p.m.
Christopher Confessore, conductorThe Machine, guest artists
Jim and Jan Moran Theater
Cirque de la SymphonieFri. & Sat., May 21, 22, 2010
at 8:00 p.m.Michael Krajewski, conductor
Fresh Ink – FloridaComposers’ Competition
Sponsored by Yvonne and Cecil West
Additional funding provided byThe National Endowment for the Arts
Welcome to “The Machine” – a band whose sole focus is to make every show an authentic Floydian experience,with dramatic lighting, video and theatrics, enhancing andexpanding the sonic depths of Pink Floyd.
Cirque nouveau-style acrobats and artists return to theJSO stage to meet the full power of symphonic sound.
Listen with composers from across Florida to the live sounds of their newest creations.
Wed., May 26, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. (Final Concert)Reading Sessions: May 25 and 26 (Times TBA)
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The Weaver Family Foundation Music Education Series
The Jacksonville Symphony’s Arts Access initiative is designed to present music to the widest audience possible. By increasing cooperation among our many constituencies,
Arts Access encompasses a broad spectrum of musical activities which engage,educate and enrich our community.
Each year, close to 80,000 children participate in the Jacksonville Symphony’s extensive array of educational concerts, designed to grow along with students. For information on these and many
other programs, call (904) 354-5657 or email [email protected].
A popular new feature is the Sound Check Card, the student pass to the Jacksonville Symphony.The Sound Check Card gives students access to every JSO Masterworks, Friday Fusion and
Coffee Series concert for an entire season.
S o u n d C h e c kOne card. One price. $25.
Call (904) 354-5547 or log on to jaxsymphony.org.
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October 25, 2009Symphonic Spooktacular -
The Classical ClownGrant Cooper, conductorDan Kamin, guest artist
December 13, 2009JSYO Sounds of the Season
Scott Gregg, conductor
January 24, 2010Dr. Seuss’ Green Eggs & Ham
Christopher Confessore, conductorMaria Jette, guest artist
February 21, 2010The True Story
of the Three Little PigsChristopher Confessore, conductor
Tim Marrone, guest artist
The Classical Clown battles the maestro for control of the orchestra.You’ll be laughing out of your seatand your kids will discover classics by Beethoven,Stravinsky, Strauss and more.Wear your costume!
Young listeners will enjoy watching the “big kids”in the Jacksonville Symphony Youth OrchestraPhilharmonic play yuletide favorites.
Go GREEN! Join us for a musical romp through this Dr. Seuss classic and go green with more music and activities celebrating the earth, nature and the environment.
Here’s Mr.Wolf’s story. He huffs, and he puffs,and he has a very bad sneezing cold. He also needs a cup of sugar for his granny’s birthday cake.Watch author Jon Scieszka’s story come to life,then you decide – Big Bad Wolf… or frame-up?
TM&© Dr. Seuss Enterprises.All rights reserved.
The Jacksonville Symphony Youth Orchestra assembles the most talented young musicians from all over the First Coast into one of the finest youth orchestra programs in the region.The JSYO offers comprehensive orchestral training to more
than 200 students ranging from first grade through early college, comprising six ensembles, and led by a team of professional conductors and coaches.
Sunday, November 8, 2009 at 5:00 pm
Fall Concert
Sunday, March 7, 2010 at 5:00 pmSpring Concert
Friday, May 7, 2010, at 8:00 pm
Major/Minor ConcertWith the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra
P U B L I X S U P E R M A R K E T S C H A R I T I E S
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S U P P O R TOne Of The First Coast’s Greatest Assets
60 YEARS OF GREAT MUSIC! YOUR SUPPORT IS THE KEY.The Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra serves as a cultural beacon for Northeast Florida
and is critical to the First Coast’s identity, quality of life and economic viability. Since ticket purchases alone cover less than half the cost associated with presenting an orchestral performance, friends like you play a crucial role in making up the difference. By becoming a member of the Jacksonville Symphony through donating to the annual fund, you help preserve the exceptional quality of symphonic music in our community.Your donations to the Jacksonville Symphony Association are tax deductible and
may also qualify for a matching grant from your employer.
Please consider making a gift to the Jacksonville Symphony Association in your estate plan.For information and a complete list of donor benefits, call Lynn Evans at (904) 354-1473.
HARMONY CLUBEmissary $1 - $99Associate $100 - $299
Contributors $300 - $549 Supporter $550 - $1,249
CONDUCTOR’S CLUBPrelude $1,250 - $2,249Bronze $2,250 - $3,499
Silver $3,500 - $4,999 Gold $5,000 - $9,999
Platinum $10,000 - $24,999 Fabio Mechetti Society $25,000 - $49,999
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V O L U N T E E R O R G A N I Z A T I O N S
Get Involved and Play Your PartJSO volunteer organizations offer a variety of rewarding opportunities
to share camaraderie and play a part in the Jacksonville Symphony’s success.Online: www.jaxsymphony.org/volunteer
ARIAS (Amelia Residents In Action for the Symphony) ARIAS’ primary goals are to bring the JSO to Amelia Island, to encourage Nassau residents to attend Symphony concerts, and to provide music education to children in Nassau CountySchools through JSO performances and an Instrument Zoo.ARIAS also sponsors a scholarshipprogram, a fund-raising dinner/concert and more.Information: (904) 261-0105
BRASS (Beaches Residents Actively Supporting the Symphony)The members of BRASS support the JSO by encouraging and facilitating concert attendance,contributing to special events and programs, and raising funds for new instruments.BRASS provides music education to Beaches-area students through JSO performancesand an Instrument Zoo and holds the “BRASS Ring” scholarship competition.Information: (904) 285-1139 · [email protected]
JACKSONVILLE SYMPHONY CHORUSThe Jacksonville Symphony Chorus has been making great music with the JSO for 25 years.Led by Jon O. Carlson, the all-volunteer Chorus includes some of our area’s finest voices whoshare the spirit of singing great choral music.Information and audition dates: (904) 354-5479, ext. 221 · www.jaxsymphonychorus.org
THE GUILD OF THE JACKSONVILLE SYMPHONYThe Guild strives to create strong community support for the JSO. Fundraising activities includethe Symphony Showhouse, Holiday Boutique and the “Music for Your Eyes” painted violins.Outreach and special events include the Instrument Zoo, Harmony Grants, Opening Night Pops Party, Coffee Concerts, RAKEs (random acts of kindness for musicians) and more.Information: (904) 358-1479
OPUS (The Jacksonville Symphony’s Young Professionals Group)OPUS hosts pre-concert parties and special events at local hot spots.Young professionals are a driving force and their cultural participation leads to a thriving city. OPUS membership includes a voucher for two JSO tickets.Information: [email protected]
VOLUNTEER USHERSAt each JSO concert, our Volunteer Ushers make you feel welcome, help you find your seat,and contribute toward making every event run smoothly.To find out how to join this great team,contact JSO House Manager Kimberly Gustafson at (904) 807-1003 or [email protected].
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EDUCATION SPONSORS
Bob and Lynne Alligood • Bank of America • Cummer Family Foundation • Duval County School Board
JM Family Enterprises • Jim Moran Foundation • MPS Group • The Players Championship
Publix Super Markets Charities • SunTrust • The Weaver Family Foundation • Winn-Dixie
Woodcock Foundation for the Appreciation of the Arts
IN-KIND SPONSORSAT&T Real Yellow Pages • Clear Channel Outdoor • Dana’s Limousine & Transportation
FOLIO Weekly • Steinway & Sons
The Julius N. Frankel Foundation
The DuBow FamilyFoundation
The Roger L. andRochelle S. MainCharitable Trust
Ruth Conley
AAA Travel • Yvonne Charvot Barnett • BB&T • Buffet CramponBurdette Ketchum • CIT Group • Coggin Automotive Group • CSX Corporation
Cypress Village Brookdale Senior Living • Fazzini’s Coffee & TeaThe Florida Times-Union • The Guild Friends of the Jacksonville Symphony
Jacksonville Greyhound Racing • The Kahn Family FoundationMayo Clinic • Omni Jacksonville Hotel • Raymond James & Associates, Inc.
Regions • St. Vincent’s HealthCare • Shacter Family Foundation David A. Stein • Yvonne and Cecil West • Westminster Woods
Thank you to our sponsors!
The Jacksonville Symphony is proud to introducesome of our most important music makers.
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Special Gift in Honor of
Together withJoannie &Russell Newtonand Brooke &Hap Stein
S U B S C R I B E R B E N E F I T S
Season subscribers enjoy the opportunity to purchase the best available seats at all Jacksonville Symphony specialevents before tickets go on sale to the general public.
Save close to $10 per concert! For just $20, subscribersenjoy pre-paid parking for the entire season in the Garageadjacent to the Omni Hotel after 5 p.m.Valid forMasterworks, Friday Fusion, Family, PASSPORT,Plugged In and Pops subscribers only. (Not valid forCoffee Series) Voucher Required. Parking is non-assignedand non-transferable.
As a subscriber, you have the privilege of exchanging your tickets for regular series concerts, free of charge.Charges may result from exchanging to a higher priceticket (seat locations are offered based on availability).Exchanges are not permitted for Special Concerts,such as Messiah, Nutcracker, Cosi fan tutti, Perlman,or the Pipe Organ Concert Series
Season subscribers save up to $5 per ticket on additionalsingle-concert ticket purchases for regular series concerts.(Excluding Special Concerts, such as Messiah, Nutcracker,Cosi fan tutte or Itzhak Perlman).
The Jacksonville Symphony is partnering with the area’sfinest restaurants to make the Symphony experienceeven more enjoyable for our subscribers! Call Bill Cosnotti at (904) 356-0426 for details.
We will replace your lost tickets FREE. Call PatronServices or come to the “Will-Call” window the day of the performance and we will accommodate you
If your ticket will go unused, return it to our box office48 hours before the event (or fax a copy of torn tickets)and receive a tax credit for the amount of the ticket.
Priority Seating
Discount Pre-paid Parking
Free TicketExchanges
Discounts on Single Tickets
Restaurant Discounts
Ticket ReprintService
Tax Credit
How to Order
By Phone:904-354-5547Speak with a customer servicerepresentative. Box office hours are Monday through Friday,from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and 90minutes before the start of the concert (no phone service).
Online:Log on to www.jaxsymphony.org.
Mail:Fill out the attached form and mail to:Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra 300 Water St., Suite 200,Jacksonville, FL 32202
Groups: Groups of 10 or more receive a 15% discount. Call (904) 356-0426for info.
Fax: 904-354-9238
Come See Us:Receive personal service at theSymphony Box Office.Address and hours are listed at left.
Concert Updates:Log on to jaxsymphony.org and sign up for SoundBytes,our email newsletter.You’ll receiveinsider information on concerts,guest artists, educational programs and community activities.
Directions:Jacoby Symphony Hall is located in the Times-UnionCenter at 300 Water St.,next to the JacksonvilleLanding on the St Johns River.Parking, map and directionsare on our website atwww.jaxsymphony.org.
Frequently Asked QuestionsWhere should I park at the Times-Union Center?Subscribers to Masterworks, Friday Fusion, Passport, Plugged In, Family or Pops Series can purchase series parking vouchers for the garage adjacent to the Omni Jacksonville Hotel for only $20 for the entire season. The Times-Union Center is a multi-use facility and two or more events often occur simultaneously. We strongly advise that you allow ample time for parking. For more information on parking, and to see a parking map, log on to www.jaxsymphony.org.
Is there handicapped seating available?Handicapped and wheelchair-accessible seating are only available through the JSO Box Office, by phone at (904) 354-5547 or in person, and cannot be purchased online. Our Box Office is happy to assist with special seating arrangements for persons with disabilities.
What if I arrive late?Latecomers are seated after the conclusion of the first work on the program. Patrons who leave the hall during theperformance will not be reseated until after the completion of the piece, and there will be no seating break during any work. At the end of intermission, bell tones will signal you to return to your seats. Please show courtesy to the performers by remaining at your seat (applauding, of course) through the final ovation.
May we bring children?Children ages five years and over are welcome at all symphony concerts. Children of all ages are welcome at Family Series concerts, First Coast Nutcracker, Youth Orchestra and Young People’s concerts. Every child over the age of one requires a ticket and supervision at concerts in Jacoby Symphony Hall.
What was I thinking?Cameras and recording devices may not be brought into the concert hall. We appreciate your cooperation in avoiding conversations/talking during concerts.
AREA AREA AREA AREAMORAN THEATER SINGLE TICKETS 1 2 3 4FIRST COAST NUTCRACKER $43 $33 $23 $18OPERA: COSI FAN TUTTE $95 $65 $45 $35MUSIC OF PINK FLOYD PIT–$75 $57 $47 $37 $27
COFFEE TEN – $195 COFFEE PASSPORT – $185
COFFEE CLASSICS (5) – $120 COFFEE POPS (5) – $120FRIDAY FUSION – $132 FRIDAY FUSION WITH FOOD – $167FAMILY – $15 JSYO ADULT – $20 • JSYO CHILD – $13 PASSPORT – $500
GENERAL ADMISSION SEASON TICKET PRICING
RESERVED SEASON TICKET PRICINGSECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION
A,F B,G C,H,M D J,L
MASTERWORKS TEN CONCERTS $600 $520 $380 $270 $200MASTERWORKS SEVEN CONCERTS $420 $364 $266 $189 $140POPS $480 $416 $304 $216 $160PLUGGED IN $180 $156 $114 $81 $60FAMILY (ADULT) A,F – $50 B,G,J – $38 (CHILD) A,F – $38 B,G,J – $22
JACOBY HALL SINGLE TICKETSSECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION
A,F B,G C,H,M D J,L
**SINGLE TICKETS $66 $56 $41 $31 $26** MASTERWORKS, POPS, PLUGGED IN, MESSIAH, CIRQUE DE LA SYMPHONIE, OKLAHOMA
ITZHAK PERLMAN $120 $71 $61 $51 $37FRIDAY FUSION: GENERAL ADMISSION – $38 GENERAL ADMISSION WITH FOOD – $48
COFFEE CLASSICS: GENERAL ADMISSION – $27 COFFEE POPS: GENERAL ADMISSION – $35
All ticket prices subject to premium pricing.
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Masterworks Thursdays – 7:30 p.m. • Masterworks Fridays/Saturdays - 8:00 p.m.
Pops Fridays and Saturdays – 8:00 p.m. • Fusion Fridays – 7:30 p.m.
Coffee Fridays – 11:00 a.m. • Family Sundays – 3:00 p.m. • Plugged In – 8:00 p.m
All concerts are in Jacoby Symphony Hall at the Times-Union Center unless otherwise noted.All programs, dates and artists are subject to change.
Photography by Laird, Barry Rabinowitz and Bradley Stookey.
Tickets : (904) 354-5547 / (877) 662-6731
jaxsymphony.org
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Lincoln Portrait
Oklahoma!
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N O V E M B E RTHURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY
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M A S T E R W O R K S
P O P S
F U S I O N
C O F F E E
P L U G G E D I N
F A M I L Y
S P E C I A L S
Tchaikovsky’s Pathétique
Carmina Burana
Fly Me to the Moon
Chaplin at the Symphony
Sandi Patty – American Salute Holiday PopsHoliday Pops
Handel’sMessiah
German Fusion
Coffee 11 a.m.
Coffee 11 a.m.
Beethoven’s Eroica
Coffee 11 a.m.
Coffee 11 a.m.
Music ofEric Clapton
Encore 2 p.m.
SymphonicSpooktacular
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JSYO Holiday
Y O U T H O R C H E S T R A
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First Coast Nutcracker
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Organ Symphony Celebration
Van Cliburn Gold
Alisa Plays Shostakovich Rachmaninoff ’s Third Concerto
Pictures at an Exhibition
Itzhak Perlman
A Tribute to Ray Charles
John Williams Spectacular
Broadway Rocks!
Pink Martini
French Fusion
Italian Fusion Latin Fusion
Coffee 11 a.m.
Coffee 11 a.m.
Coffee 11 a.m.
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Coffee 11 a.m.
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Music ofJames Taylor
Music ofPink Floyd
Tuesday, May 18Musician
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Green Eggsand Ham
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3 Little Pigs
Spring Concert
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Cosi fan tutte
Coffee 11 a.m.
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