Overture Magazine - 2015-2016 Season September-October 2015

{ BSOlive NOVEMBER/DECEMBER Boléro THURS, NOV 5, 8 PM Meyerhoff FRI, NOV 13, 8 PM SUN, NOV 15, 3 PM Meyerhoff Marin Alsop, conductor Jonathan Carney, violin Andrew Balio, trumpet René Herrnandez, trumpet Qing Li, violin Ivan Stefanonic, violin Angela Lee, violin Kevin Smith, violin Scott Simon, narrator Brian Greene, special guest Chang Woo Lee, cello Philip Glass: "Into the Air” from Life: A Journey Through Time Vivaldi: Concerto for Four Violins and Cello Vivaldi: Concerto for Two Trumpets Vivaldi: “Spring” from The Four Seasons Vivaldi: “Summer” from The Four Seasons Philip Glass: Icarus at the Edge of Time SAT, NOV 14, 8 PM Strathmore Jun Märkl, conductor Lise de la Salle, piano Ravel: Alborada del gracioso Falla: Nights in the Gardens of Spain Debussy: Images Ravel: Boléro Revel in the flamenco rhythms, colorful sounds and evocative scents of Spain as Falla, Debussy and Ravel each draw on a Spanish muse. The crowd-pleasing crescendo and orchestral textures of Ravel’s Boléro bring the program to a rousing conclusion. Hilary Hahn Plays Dvořák THUR, NOV 19, 8 PM Strathmore Vivaldi’s beloved depiction of the seasons contrasts with the collision of real science and science fiction in Brian Greene’s novella, Icarus at the Edge of Time. Glass’ intoxicating score accompanies video images of a young boy’s time-traveling journey towards a black hole. FRI, NOV 20, 8 PM SAT, NOV 21, 8 PM Meyerhoff Off-the-Cuff Hilary Hahn, Baltimore’s own international star violinist, brings her unique flair to Dvořák’s lyrical and playful concerto. Sibelius’ Four Legends tells the saga of the mythological hero, Lemminkäinen. Hannu Lintu offers Finnish authenticity in his commanding interpretation of this masterpiece. A Season of Vivaldi FRI, NOV 6, 8:15 PM Strathmore SAT, NOV 7, 7PM Meyerhoff Hannu Lintu, conductor Hilary Hahn, violin Dvořák: Violin Concerto Sibelius: Four Legends Marin Alsop, conductor Jonathan Carney, violin Vivaldi: The Four Seasons Why do we hear a thunderstorm, winter’s chill or a bird song when we listen to an orchestra? Vivaldi set out to show Baroque critics that “program music” had its place among serious compositions. Ideas he captures in music have made The Four Seasons a concert hall staple and a popular cultural touchstone. 6 Events at The Music Center at Strathmore and at the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall Time Travel SUN, NOV 8, 3 PM Strathmore O v ertur e | WWW. BSOMUSIC .ORG Hilary Hahn upcoming key events Soulful Symphony’s 15th Anniversary Concert FRI, NOV 27, 8 PM SAT, NOV 28, 8 PM Meyerhoff Spice up your Thanksgiving Weekend with Soulful Symphony’s triumphant return to the Meyerhoff Symphony Hall for a 15th Anniversary concert. Program highlights include a full array of Soulful favorites— Leonard Bernstein’s Candide Overture, jazz, soul, pop, excerpts from Song in a Strange Land, a tribute to André Crouch and the world premiere four-movement preview of The Audacity of Hope, a piece composed by Darin Atwater based on President Barack Obama’s political biography of the same name. Please Note: The BSO does not perform in this concert. Judy Collins SUN, NOV 29, 4 PM Meyerhoff The Grammy Award-winning performer of “Both Sides Now,” “Chelsea Morning” and “Send in the Clowns” brings her solo show to the Meyerhoff for one performance only. Please Note: The BSO does not perform in this concert. Handel’s Messiah FRI, DEC 4, 7:30 PM SAT, DEC 6, 3 PM Meyerhoff Edward Polochick, conductor and harpsichord Concert Artists of Baltimore Symphonic Chorale Handel: Messiah Composed in just 24 days of divine inspiration, Handel’s Messiah is a staple of the jubilant holiday season. Conductor and harpsichordist Edward Polochick performs and leads the BSO and the Concert Artists of Baltimore Symphonic Chorale in an inspired performance of this treasured oratorio, exalted for its glorious "Hallelujah" chorus. ‘Tis the Season with Brian Stokes Mitchell THURS, DEC 10, 8 PM Strathmore WED, DEC 9, 2PM FRI, DEC 11, 2PM & 8 PM SAT, DEC 12, 2PM & 8 PM SUN, DEC 13, 3 PM Meyerhoff Damon Gupton, conductor Brian Stokes Mitchell, host and vocalist Tony Award-winning Broadway phenomenon Brian Stokes Mitchell joins the BSO SuperPops to warm your heart with traditional and contemporary holiday favorites. The charismatic performer is sure to delight in this festive holiday treat that includes a special appearance by Santa himself! Home Alone: Movie and Music SAT, DEC 19, 3 PM & 7PM Meyerhoff Nicholas Hersh, conductor Baltimore Choral Arts Society, Tom Hall, director The score to Home Alone contains some of John Williams’ most instantly recognizable and beloved melodies. Conductor Nicholas Hersh leads the BSO and Baltimore Choral Arts Society in a live score accompaniment of the classic 1990 film. Cirque de la Symphonie THU, DEC 31, 8 PM FRI, JAN 1, 8 PM SAT, JAN 2, 3 PM Meyerhoff Jack Everly, conductor Ring in the New Year as Cirque de la Symphonie pairs world-class acrobats and gymnasts with music by the BSO. Classical favorites take on new meaning as they accompany an aerial

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