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The70thAnniversarySeasonoftheHartfordSymphonyOrchestraisanopportunitytocelebrateourproudpastanddemonstrateourenduringpassionforplayingmusicthatunitesandinspiresthisgreatcommunity,todayandforgenerationstocome.

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JoinusforaMasterworksseasonfullofpassion,power,legacyandjoy!PassionfromCarolynKuan,LeonidSigalandSirenaHuang.PowerfromtheHartfordChorale,theHartfordStage,andtheBushnell’smightypipeorgan.LegacyfromformermusicdirectorsArthurWinograd,MichaelLankesterandEdwardCumming.JoyfromBachtoBeethoven–andBernsteintoBolero!Thesearetheelementsofaonce-in-a-lifetime70thAnniversaryCelebration.

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Guest artist Sirena HuangGreensleeves & Sirena

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70TH ANNIVERSARY OPENING NIGHT!

oCT 11 & 12, 2013Friday & Saturday, 8pmMortensen Hall

Carolyn Kuan conductorWu Man pipaEdward Clark organ

Saint-Saëns Symphony No. 3, “organ” Bach toccata and Fugue in d minor with Connecticut youth Symphony orchestra, daniel d’addio, music directorHarrison concerto for Pipa and String orchestra

We’re rolling out the red carpet for opening Night! two of the most famous works in the organ repertoire, Saint-Saëns’ massive Symphony No. 3 and bach’s glorious toccata and Fugue, will be played on the bushnell’s historic, Hartford-made austin pipe organ. Matched with the delicacy of the pipa – a chinese lute – played by virtuoso Wu Man, recently named Musical america’s 2013 instrumentalist of the year.

Music director Carolyn Kuan

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DEC 12 – 15, 2013thursday 7:30pm | Friday & Saturday 8pm | Sunday 3pmbelding theater

Joel Smirnoff guest conductorSirena Huang violin

Vaughan Williams Fantasia on Greensleeves Sibelius concerto for Violin in d minor Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 3, “Polish”

connecticut’s own violin sensation Sirena Huang returns with guest conductor Joel Smirnoff. this festive program includes Vaughan Williams’ gorgeous setting of Greensleeves and Sibelius’ virtuosic Violin concerto.

The Koski Memorial Concert

GREENSLEEVES & SIRENA

noV 7 – 10, 2013thursday 7:30pm | Friday & Saturday 8pm | Sunday 3pmbelding theater

Carolyn Kuan conductorPeter Winograd violin

Beethoven Symphony No. 7 Piazzolla Four Seasons of Buenos AiresBernstein Fancy Free

beethoven’s Seventh Symphony is paired with Piazzolla’s tango-inspired Four Seasons of Buenos Aires, featuring violinist Peter Winograd, son of HSo’s esteemed former music director arthur Winograd. Plus, hear the ballet score Fancy Free – the first work in the HSo’s season-long tribute to composer Leonard bernstein.

BEETHOVEN & BERNSTEIN

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concert Sponsor The Katharine K. Mclane and Henry r. Mclane Charitable Trust

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM

Jan 9 – 12, 2014 thursday 7:30pm | Friday & Saturday 8pm | Sunday 3pmbelding theater

Carolyn Kuan conductor Darko Tresnjak Hartford Stage artistic director

Mendelssohn A Midsummer Night’s Dream

the Hartford Symphony orchestra and the Hartford Stage company will join during our respective 70th and 50th anniversary seasons to present a new concert staging of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, combining a theatrical performance of Shakespeare’s timeless story with Mendelssohn’s incidental music.

Photo from Darko Tresnjak’s production of a Midsummer Night’s dream at the Old Globe Theatre, San Diego.

WEST SIDE STORY

FEB 13 – 16, 2014thursday 7:30pm | Friday & Saturday 8pm | Sunday 3pmbelding theater

Carolyn Kuan conductorMariangela Vacatello piano

r. Strauss Der Rosenkavalier Suiterachmaninoff Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini Bernstein Symphonic dances from West Side Story

this romantic Valentine features several moving love stories told through music, including richard Strauss’ comic opera, rachmaninoff’s balletic interpretation, and bernstein’s theatrical retelling of romeo and Juliet.

The Tina Mahar Mcnally and alexander Campbell Mcnally Memorial Concert

Guest artist sponsored by ron and nancy Compton Concert Sponsor

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Mar 20 – 23, 2014thursday 7:30pm | Friday & Saturday 8pm | Sunday 3pmbelding theater

Michael lankester guest conductor, HSo music director from 1985-2000

Elgar Enigma VariationsBruckner Symphony No. 3

Michael Lankester makes a triumphant return to the Hartford Symphony orchestra to lead two pieces of expressive personality. Lankester’s fellow englishman edward elgar dedicated his Enigma Variations to “my friends pictured within” - and made each variation an affectionate portrayal. this is followed by bruckner’s grand, dramatic, and brassy third Symphony.

MICHAEL LANKESTER CONDUCTS ENIGMA VARIATIONS

MOZART’S REQUIEM

aPr 10 – 13, 2014thursday 7:30pm | Friday & Saturday 8pm | Sunday 3pmbelding theater

Carolyn Kuan conductorPatricia Schuman sopranoTamara Mumford mezzo-sopranoandrew Stenson tenorTyler Simpson bass-baritone The Hartford Chorale, richard coffey, music director

Bernstein Symphony No. 1, “Jeremiah” Mozart requiem, K. 626

Hear music inspired by faith in its full glory! the HSo is joined by the Hartford chorale and soloists to perform bernstein’s setting of the moving biblical story of the prophet Jeremiah, along with Mozart’s final work, a requiem Mass known for its melodic beauty and fiery evocations of the composer’s own mortality.11

Concert Benefactor

Jun 5 – 8, 2014thursday 7:30pm | Friday & Saturday 8pm | Sunday 3pmbelding theater

Carolyn Kuan conductorGreig Shearer flute

Tchaikovsky Capriccio ItalienMozart concerto for Flute No. 1 in G Major, K. 313Bates Alternative Energy for Orchestra and Electronicaravel Bolero with The university of Connecticut Drumline, david Mills, director

the 70th season finale is a not-to-be missed, blockbuster celebration! Join the HSo as we perform musical selections both new and timeless, grand and intimate to highlight the versatility and power of the HSo’s musicians to unite our community through live performance.

Innovative programming support provided by The Saunders Fund

BOLERO!

May 8 – 11, 2014thursday 7:30pm | Friday & Saturday 8pm | Sunday 3pmbelding theater

Edward Cumming guest conductor, HSo music director from 2001-2011leonid Sigal violinDavid Finckel cello

Dvorák Slavonic DancesBrahms concerto for Violin and Violoncello, “double concerto”Dvorák Symphony No. 6

edward cumming conducts music that defined his signature style. Slavonic Dances catapulted dvorák to fame – while Symphony No. 6 showcased his experimental technique. brahms combined violin and cello for the solo portions of his final orchestral work to create a “super” instrument of sonority and range.

EDWARD CUMMING CONDUCTS BRAHMS’ DOUBLE CONCERTO

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Guest artist Mariangela VacatelloWest Side Story

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Nothingbeatstheexperienceoflivemusicfromafullorchestraandfantasticvoicestogetyourhandsclapping,toestapping,andspiritssoaring!It’sPops!timeinHartford–sixconcertsofAmerica’sgreatesthits–thatwillbringaworldofentertainmenttoyourfriendsandfamily.

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oCT 26, 20137:30pmMortensen Hall

Join us for a thrilling performance of disney’s groundbreaking marriage of symphonic music and animation, Fantasia. Magnificent repertoire from the original 1940 version and Fantasia 2000, including the Sorcerer’s Apprentice, beethoven’s Fifth Symphony and The Nutcracker Suite, will be performed by the HSo while disney’s stunning footage is shown on the big screen. experience iconic moments and childhood favorites as you never have before!

Presentation licensed by Disney Concert Library © Disney

SYMPHONIC SONDHEIMA tribute to the composer’s classics

noV 23, 20137:30pmMortensen Hall

Tim Stella conductorFlorence lacey, Hugh Panaro, ron raines, lisa Vroman vocal soloists

experience the splendor of the HSo and singers performing the music of Pulitzer Prize, tony award, academy award, and Grammy award–winning composer Stephen Sondheim. this legendary composer’s greatest melodies include works such as A Little Night Music, Company, Into the Woods, Putting It Together, Sunday in the Park with George, and Sweeney Todd.

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DISNEY’S FANTASIALive in concert

DEC 21, 20133pm & 7:30pmMortensen Hall

Carolyn Kuan conductor Cirque de la Symphonie guest artists

bring the entire family to hear seasonal favorites while experiencing an awe-inspiring performance as the circus meets the symphony in a new Holiday cirque Spectacular! Stunning aerial feats, strong-men, mind-boggling contortionists and juggling acts will take your breath away as the HSo gets you into the magic and the spirit of the season with the ultimate holiday extravaganza!

HOLIDAY CIRQUE SPECTACTULARA New show!

THE MUSIC OF BILLY JOEL & MOREMichael cavanaugh in concert

Mar 8, 20147:30pmMortensen Hall

Michael Cavanaugh guest artist

Hand-picked by billy Joel for the show’s starring role in the hit broadway musical, Movin’ Out, Michael cavanaugh won the hearts of audiences and critics night after night. His accolades included both tony and Grammy award nominations. catch this rising star performing the hits of the “Piano Man,” plus rock ‘n’ roll classics from the 1950s through the current day, such as elvis Presley, buddy Holly, Jerry Lee Lewis, the beatles, the Who and elton John.

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aPr 26, 20147:30pmMortensen Hall

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Playing With Food is back by popular demand to explore more of how food and music go together…like peanut butter and jelly…or maybe caviar and champagne, if that’s your taste. Hartford is foodie heaven! Join carolyn Kuan and the musicians along with some of the best culinary artists around to learn the secrets behind their unique dishes, cooking tips and, of course, the exciting music that inspires them.

DO YOU HEAR THE PEOPLE SING?the Music of Les Misérables, Miss Saigon & More

May 31, 20147:30pmMortensen Hall

Carolyn Kuan conductorwith The Hartford Chorale, richard Coffey, music director

do you Hear the People Sing celebrates the music of two of the world’s most prolific writers of musical theatre, alain boublil and claude-Michel Schonberg, in an epic broadway-style event. this ultimate concert experience features music from Les Misérables, Miss Saigon, Martin Guerre, The Pirate Queen, and many more.

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PLAYING WITH FOOD - SECOND COURSE!An Hso Musical Menu featuring more of Hartford’s Great restaurants

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OpeningNightCelebration!Friday, october 11, 20136:00pmBushnell Center for the Performing Artscocktails, hors d’oeuvres and food stations before the concert, with desserts afterward

our opening night concert will feature Saint-Saens’ “organ” Symphony, bach’s toccata and Fugue, and Harrison’s concerto for Pipa and String orchestra featuring Wu Man, Musical America’s 2013 instrumentalist of the year. a dessert reception with carolyn Kuan and the guest artists will conclude the evening following the concert. cocktail attire.

tickets for the opening Night celebration are $170 per person for subscribers and $225 for non-subscribers. both include preferred concert seating. Space is limited.

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GalaCelebration!Saturday, april 5, 2014Marriott, Downtown Hartfordblack tie

Join the Hartford Symphony orchestra as we celebrate our 70th anniversary season with a cocktail reception, dinner, open bar, live auction and a very special performance by HSo musicians led by Maestra carolyn Kuan.

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