2008-09 usuo season calendar

2008-2009 Keith Lockhart’s finale season.

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SePTeMber 12 & 13 8 PM AbrAVANeL HALL

Ode to JoyKeith Lockhart, conductorgarrick Ohlsson, pianoBeethoven Concerto No. 4 for

Piano in g majorBeethoven Symphony No. 9 in

D minor (“Choral”)Pianist garrick Ohlsson will perform beethoven’s most admirable and artistically complex piano concerto. Then the Utah Symphony Chorus will join the orchestra for beethoven’s Symphony No. 9. $60,$51,$43,$32,$26,$16

SePTeMber 24 & 25 (WeD/THUrS) 8 PM VieVe gOre CONCerT HALL

A Waterbird TalkKeith Lockhart, conductorTimothy Jones, baritoneArgento AWaterbirdTalkDominick Argento’s AWaterbirdTalk is a one-man opera that takes the form of a slide lecture on the subject of birds, in particular on species whose traits and condition remind the Lecturer of his henpecked domestic life.$25

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SePTeMber 26 & 27 8 PM AbrAVANeL HALL

Timeless Classics with the Utah SymphonyKeith Lockhart, conductorJoin us on a trip down memory lane as the Utah Symphony accompanies live multimedia performances of classic Hollywood artists. $58,$44,$34,$27

SePTeMber 30 (TUeSDAY) 7 PM AbrAVANeL HALL

Salute to YouthKeith Lockhart, conductorJoin us as we spotlight some of Utah’s most gifted youth soloists performing concerto movements with the orchestra.$21,$18,$15,$12,student:$8

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OCTOber 10 & 11 8 PM AbrAVANeL HALL

Land of the Midnight MusicHannu Lintu, conductorHenning Kraggerud, violinStrauss TillEulenspiegelslustigeStreicheSibelius Concerto for Violin in D minorSchumann Symphony No. 2Voyage the land of the midnight sun as the Utah Symphony performs Finnish composer Sibelius’ Violin Concerto, conducted by fellow-countryman Hannu Lintu. $60,$51,$43,$32,$26,$16

Finishing Touches: October 10, 10 AM, $21

OCTOber 18, 20, 22, 24 7:30 PM & OCTOber 26 2 PM CAPiTOL THeATre

Madame Butterflyby giacomo PucciniJoseph Mechavich, conductorgarnett bruce, directorMadame butterfly is ranked number 1 on OpErAAmEricA’s list of the top 20 most-performed works in North America. This opera is the ultimate east meets West tragedy which passionately explores the consequences of obsessive devotion. Fri/Sat/Sun$83,$72,$62,$53,$48,$43,$30,$15mon/Wed$83,$64,$55,$48,$42,$36,$23,$13

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OCTOber 17 & 18 8 PM AbrAVANeL HALL

Marvin Hamlisch with the Utah SymphonyMarvin Hamlisch, conductor“ifwehadthechancetodoitallagain…wouldwe,couldwe?” The answer is a resounding yes! Join the Utah Symphony with Marvin Hamlisch for an evening of his Pops favorites. $58,$44,$34,$27

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Halloween High-Jinks David Cho, conductorDon your pointy hat, grab the broom, and join us for one of our greatest family traditions. remember to come early to take part in our 18th annual Halloween Costume Contest. As always, finalists will appear onstage to win fabulous prizes by applause...and cackles. $11,student:$6

OCTOber 31 & NOVeMber 1 8 PM AbrAVANeL HALL

Bruckner’s 4th – A Big Brass ShowDavid Angus, conductorBritten Sinfonia da requiemBruckner Symphony No. 4 in e-flat major (“romantic”)bruckner’s Symphony No. 4. is subtitled “romantic,” a name he actually gave the piece, that showcases the power of the Utah Symphony’s brass section. Come experience the rapture created by the golden glow of swooning trumpets and horns. $60,$51,$43,$32,$26,$16

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NOVeMber 7 & 8 8 PM AbrAVANeL HALL

elgar’s Cello ConcertoArild remmereit, conductorNatalie Clein, celloBrahms Symphony No. 3 in F majorelgar Concerto for Violoncello in e minorginastera Estancia: Four Danceselgar’s Cello Concerto is moody and melancholy—attributes that may not seem desirable, but qualify this work as one of the finest works in the cello repertoire. $60,$51,$43,$32,$26,$16


An evening of Film Musicrichard Kaufman, conductorWe’ll salute the silver screen as famed Pops conductor richard Kaufman and our very own Utah Symphony perform an evening of music made noteworthy in the nickelodeon. The program include music from the movies of John Wayne and the films scores of Franz Waxman. $58,$44,$34,$27

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Shostakovich’s response Keith Lockhart, conductorralph Matson, violinBritten Concerto for ViolinShostakovich Symphony No. 5 in D minorShostakovich’s Symphony No. 5 is easily his most famous symphony, while also his bittersweet masterpiece. An immediate success in his native Soviet Union, its themes resonated with his fellow-citizens as it represented his response to the official denunciation of his music by the Soviet government. $60,$51,$43,$32,$26,$16

Finishing Touches: November 21, 10:00 AM, $21


Sing-it-Yourself MessiahSusanne Sheston, conductorCome help us celebrate as Utah Symphony’s messiah concert turns 31-years-old! This wonderful family tradition never fails to usher in the joy of the season. remember to bring your music score so you can join in. $14,student:$7

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DeCeMber 5 & 6 8 PM AbrAVANeL HALL

Mozart’s requiemPietari inkinen, conductorMozart requiem, K. 626Mozart’s requiem is perhaps one of the most popular pieces ever written due to its soul-stirring artistry. The piece was ironically left unfinished at the time of Mozart’s death. Ultimately it became a requiem for Mozart himself. $60,$51,$43,$32,$26,$16

DeCeMber 19 & 20 8 PM AbrAVANeL HALL

Christmas SpiritualsDavid Cho, conductorrenese King, vocalistWrap yourself in the warm spirituals of Christmas, accompanied by the Utah Symphony, and recall the meaning of the season. $58,$44,$34,$27

DeCeMber 20 (SATUrDAY) 11 AM & 12:30 PM AbrAVANeL HALL

Here Comes Santa Claus David Cho, conductor“Bellsareringin’,childrensingin’,allismerryandbright” at our traditional performance for all ages that includes all your holiday favorites. And don’t forget your list, because Santa will be in the lobby before the performance to consider any last-minute requests! $11,student:$6

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JANUArY 9 & 10 8 PM AbrAVANeL HALL

Mozart’s grand Piano ConcertoStefan Solyom, conductorgunilla Süssmann, pianoBritten SinfoniettaMozart Concerto for Piano No. 25 in C majorSibelius Symphony No. 1 in e minorMozart’s Concerto for Piano No. 25 had a difficult genesis. Although Mozart performed it on several occasions, it was not performed again in Vienna until after his death, and it only gained acceptance in the standard repertoire in the later part of the twentieth century. Now it is regarded as one of Mozart’s greatest works. $60,$51,$43,$32,$26,$16

JANUArY 15 (THUrSDAY) 8 PM AbrAVANeL HALL

The Four SeasonsDavid Cho, conductorralph Matson, violinVivaldi TheFourSeasonsVivaldi’s TheFourSeasons is perhaps the boldest and most recognized music composed during the baroque period. in fact, it made such a splash when it premiered that King Louis XV was known to frequently command an impromptu performance of his favorite, “Spring.” Join the Utah Symphony and see what it took to please a king. $42,$30

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Reginaby Marc blitzsteinKeith Lockhart, conductorMichael Scarola, director

regina holds special note for Utahns as it premiered on broadway in 1949 with conductor Maurice Abravanel. Set in the Deep South in the year 1900, this distinctively American opera chronicles the demise of a wealthy southern family torn apart by greed.

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JANUArY 30 & 31 8 PM AbrAVANeL HALL

Schubert’s UnfinishedThierry Fischer, conductorLouis Lortie, pianoSchubert Symphony No. 8 in b minor (“Unfinished”)Mendelssohn Concerto No. 1 for Piano in g minorStravinsky petrushka (1947 version)Welcome back Thierry Fischer as he conducts the Utah Symphony in a performance complete with one of Stravinsky’s most popular ballet scores (petrushka), a Mendelssohn piano concerto in which the piano enters unusually soon after the opening of the first movement (Piano Concerto No. 1), and Schubert’s “Unfinished” symphony (Symphony No. 8). $60,$51,$43,$32,$26,$16

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FebrUArY 6 & 7 8 PM AbrAVANeL HALL

The inextinguishableHugh Wolff, conductorPeter Serkin, pianoBerlioz romancarnival OvertureStravinsky Concerto for Piano and Wind instruments Mozart Concert-rondo in D majornielsen Symphony No. 4 (“The inextinguishable”)The subtitle for Nielsen’s Symphony No. 4 is a reference, not to the piece itself, but to the elemental will to live. However, you will also find the symphony has elements that are difficult to extinguish as it is among the most dramatic that Nielsen wrote. $60,$51,$43,$32,$26,$16

FebrUArY 10 (TUeSDAY) 7 PM AbrAVANeL HALL

Cho’s AnatomyDavid Cho, conductorFor years, medical students have relied on the textbook Gray’sAnatomy to help them understand the dynamic functioning of the human body. in cho’sAnatomy, our energetic Assistant Conductor will dissect music to diagnose the dynamic interaction of elements used in composition. $21,$18,$15,$12,$8


King’s Singers with the Utah SymphonyDavid Cho, conductorKing’s Singers, guestartistsFrom medieval to renaissance, romantic to contemporary, folk and pop, the King’s Singers’ repertoire is all-encompassing. Join us as they showcase their diverse talents, accompanied by our very own Utah Symphony. $58,$44,$34,$27

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Tchaikovsky’s 1st Piano ConcertoJean-Claude Casadesus, conductorAlexandre Paley, pianoTchaikovsky Concerto No. 1 for PianoBrahms Symphony No. 1Moldavian-born American pianist Alexander Paley performs Tchaikovsky’s widely known and beloved Piano Concerto No. 1. This work was hailed by its first performer as “original and noble.”$60,$51,$43,$32,$26,$16

Finishing Touches: February 19, 10:00 AM, $21


Keith & OlgaKeith Lockhart, conductorOlga Kern, pianoProkofiev Concerto No. 3 for PianoBartók ThemiraculousmandarinPianist Olga Kern returns to perform Prokofiev’s Concerto No. 3 for Piano . Also you will hear bartók’s thrilling ballet score, Themiraculousmandarin. based on a very dark adaptation of the Flying Dutchman legend, the work boasts some of the most harmonically and structurally complex music bartók ever wrote. $60,$51,$43,$32,$26,$16

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MArCH 6 & 7 8 PM AbrAVANeL HALL

An evening in ViennaChristian Arming, conductorBach Cantata No. 60 (OEwigkeit,

duDonnerwort)Berg Concerto for Violinrott Symphony in e majorYou won’t quickly forget the familiar sounds in the symphony of little-known composer Hans rott that seem to directly foreshadow the works of Mahler and bruckner, who were both influenced by the composer. You don’t know what you’ve been missing… $60,$51,$43,$32,$26,$16

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The Marriage of Figaroby Wolfgang Amadeus MozartChristopher Larkin, conductorDavid gately, directorThemarriageofFigaro is an opera of triangles ofamore. However, through an elaborate domino-effect of blunders, follies, and mistaken identities that are sure to entertain, all parties discover the identity of their rightful partner, repentance and forgiveness abounds, and all rejoice in a rightful happily ever after.

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evening at the PopsKeith Lockhart, conductorif you think you need to travel to boston to hear Keith Lockhart conduct an exceptional Pops program – think again. Join Keith and the Utah Symphony for an evening of pops favorites right here in Utah. $58,$44,$34,$27

MArCH 21 (SATUrDAY) 11 AM AbrAVANeL HALL

Cowboy JamboreeDavid Cho, conductorFrank Oden, poet/narratorMosey on down to Abravanel Hall for a real live Cowboy Jamboree. Thematic cowboy poetry written and performed by Frank Oden will create a narrative context for symphonic repertoire evocative of the American West. it will be a rootin’, tootin fun for all your little cowpokes. $11,student:$6


An evening of Adventure with Keith & VivianeKeith Lockhart, conductorViviane Hagner, violinKorngold Concerto for Violin in D majorives Symphony No. 4escape into the world of Korngold as violinist Vivianne Hagner performs the composer’s Concerto for Violin. Known for his movie scores (TheAdventuresofrobinHood), Korngold draws thematic material for this concerto from his works in that genre. $60,$51,$43,$32,$26,$16

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APriL 10 & 11 8 PM AbrAVANeL HALL

A Hero’s LifeKeith Lockhart, conductorAlban gerhardt, celloDvorák Concerto for Violoncello Strauss EinHeldenlebenStrauss earned a reputation for egotism with his tone poem EinHeldenleben the title of which translates to “A Hero’s Life.” The piece is a richly autobiographical of the composer’s life and travails. Though Strauss never claimed the “hero” to be himself; there is little doubt of his intention. Come listen and decide if you think him worthy of the title. $60,$51,$43,$32,$26,$16

Finishing Touches: April 10, 10:00 AM, $21


rach 2 with Jon Kimura ParkerThomas Wilkins, conductorJon Kimura Parker,pianoBeckel ToccataBeethoven Symphony No. 4rachmaninoff Concerto No. 2 for Pianorachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2 is one of his most enduringly popular pieces due to its passionate and romantic themes. You will recognize its melodies from its many uses in pop culture, but to fully appreciate its grandeur, it must be heard performed live. $60,$51,$43,$32,$26,$16

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Keith Concludes his Mahler TraditionKeith Lockhart, conductorMahler Symphony No. 9 in D majorif, at the end of this concert, you feel an inexplicable sense of closure it is because Keith Lockhart and the Utah Symphony have just completed their most recent Mahler cycle with Mahler’s Symphony No. 9. Fittingly, Mahler’s 9th is also his last completed score. $60,$51,$43,$32,$26,$16

APriL 29 & 30 (WeD/THUrS) 8 PM JeWeTT CeNTer FOr THe PerFOrMiNg ArTS

Beyond SibeliusDavid Cho, conductorSallinen introductionandTango Overture Maroney StringQuartet (string orchestra arrangements)Heuser immaculate,Bored,Off-KeyandVain Sallinen SomeaspectsofpeltoniemiHintrik’sFuneralmarchSallinen VariationsforOrchestra if you thought the extent of Finnish music stopped with Sibelius—think again. This is your chance to hear the brilliantly modern and tonal chamber pieces composed by Finnish composer Aulis Sallinen. $25

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MAY 1 & 2 8 PM AbrAVANeL HALL

Bravo Broadway“GivemyregardstooldBroadway.” That’s exactly what we’ll do in this traditional favorite as the Utah Symphony accompanies some of its greatest voices in an all-new evening of hits. $58,$44,$34,$27


Tchaik’s Big 5Andrew grams, conductorbaiba Skride, violinProkofiev Concerto No. 2 for Violin

in g minorTchaikovsky Symphony No. 5Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5 is what we like to call “classic Tchaikovsky” with its well-crafted, colorfully orchestrated, and memorable melodies — a performance not to be missed. $60,$51,$43,$32,$26,$16

MAY 14 (THUrSDAY) 8 PM AbrAVANeL HALL

A Haydn PlaceDavid Cho, conductorHaydn Symphony No. 73 in D major

(“Lachasse”)Haydn Symphony No. 45 in F-sharp

minor (“Farewell”)We close our Chamber Series with Haydn’s fitting Symphony No. 45 (“Farewell”). Mirroring the title of the piece, each musician takes leave of the stage during the final adagio. in the end, two muted violins remain. We felt it an appropriate way to say farewell to our chamber season. $42,$30

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Don Pasqualeby gaetano DonizettiSusanne Sheston, conductorrobert Herriot, directorDonpasquale is the story of an elderly, wealthy, (and miserly) bachelor who has no heir. To remedy the situation, he tries to persuade his young nephew ernesto to accept an arranged marriage. After a bewildering chain of events involving a little fraud and some bogus legal proceedings, the story ends well with true love conquering all. Fri/Sat/Sun$83,$72,$62,$53,$48,$43,$30,$15mon/Wed$83,$64,$55,$48,$42,$36,$23,$13

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All-Star eveningDavid Cho, conductorYou’ll be dazzled by these large-scale orchestral works performed by the Utah Symphony, side-by-side with our Youth Symphony All-Stars comprised of the brightest young musicians from Utah’s elite youth orchestras. $21,$18,$15,$12,$8


Keith’s FinaleKeith Lockhart, conductorBernstein MassJoin us as Keith Lockhart closes his final season conducting the Utah Symphony, performing bernstein’s Mass. When the piece premiered, it was said by a reviewer that it was a work “that stakes everything. i can think of few creative acts in recent times that take so many risks and achieve so much.” We can’t imagine a more appropriate adieu for Keith. $60,$51,$43,$32,$26,$16

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Performance Lecturesget a behind-the-scenes perspective on the music.

Utah Symphony Pre-concert Lecture: begins forty-five minutes before Classical Series concerts in the Abravanel Hall First Tier room.

Utah Opera Preludes: begins one hour prior to each performance at the Capitol Theatre.

Utah Opera Previews: begins at 7:30 pm at the Downtown Public Library the Wednesday before opening night.

Utah Opera Post-Performance Q&A with Christopher McBeth: Following every performance in the Founders room on the Mezzanine level of Capitol Theatre.

Classical 89.1 FM BroadcastsTune-in to Classical 89.1 FM for Utah Symphony concerts Monday at 1 pm, Saturday at 10 am, and Thursday at 8:30 pm. For Utah Opera broadcasts tune-in at 8:00 pm on the second Tuesday following the close of each production. Visit usuo.org/broadcasts for performance schedule.

ParkingNow that the Downtown rising construction projects are underway, we would like to assure our patrons there is ample parking available for upcoming performances. For more downtown parking options please visit usuo.org/parking or call 801-533-NOTe (533-6683).

e-notesif you’d like to learn more about a performance, sign up for our weekly e-notes newsletter. We’ll e-mail you upcoming performance information, advanced program notes, synopses, music clips, radio spots, discounts, exclusive photos, and more. Simply visit usuo.org to join and always be informed.

Arttix patron fees apply to tickets sold for individual performances. These fees do not apply to Design-A-Series ticket packages (four or more performances).

Salt Lake County will add a $1 Preservation Fund Fee to each ticket to help support Center for the Arts buildings.


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Vivace is your musical friend…with benefits. Fifty-two weekends to plan in a year, here’s seven of them ready to go! Do Vivace all-year long with the Classical V series. Classical V season ticket holders attend Vivace private after-parties at

no additional cost. Membership in Vivace is free. Vivace throws sizzling after-parties following these performances. Members sit together, get their own version of the program notes, and receive a specially discounted price. Vivace tickets are $30, $15 for students. Purchase the Classical V series and receive even better discounts!

Choose at least four of the concerts below to purchase the Classical V series. You’ll receive 20% off non-Vivace single tickets when you purchase the Classical V series. Plus, receive a $5 discount to the next Vivace UnCorked in June 2009!

2008-2009 Vivace performances: opening WeekenD Ode to Joy – Sep 13

Utah opera Puccini’s Madame Butterfly – Oct 18

elgar’s Cello Concerto – Nov 8

Utah opera Blitzstein’s Regina – Jan 17

Keith & Olga – Feb 28

An evening of Adventure – March 28

Tchaik’s Big 5 – May 9

to purchase tickets to the Vivace (Classical V) 2008-2009 season, send an email to [email protected] and request an order form, or download one from usuo.org/vivace.

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Date Venue Series Program Conductor guest ArtistFeb 6 & 7 AH Classical C The inextinguishable Hugh Wolff Peter Serkin, pianoFeb 10 (Tuesday) AH Discovery Cho’s Anatomy David Cho —February 13 & 14 AH Pops King’s Singers with the Utah Symphony David Cho King’s Singers, guestartistsFeb 19 AH Classical A Finishing touches For tchaikovsky’s 1st Piano concerto — —Feb 20 & 21 AH Classical A Tchaikovsky’s 1st Piano Concerto Jean-Claude Casadesus Alexandre Paley, pianoFeb 27 & 28 AH Classical b Keith & Olga Keith Lockhart Olga Kern, pianoMar 6 & 7 AH Classical C An evening in Vienna Christian Arming —Mar 14, 16, 18, 20 & 22 CT Opera ThemarriageofFigaro, by W.A. Mozart Christopher Larkin David gately, directorMar 20 & 21 AH Pops evening at the Pops Keith Lockhart — Mar 21 (Saturday) AH Lollipops Cowboy Jamboree David Cho Frank Oden, poet/narratorMar 27 & 28 AH Classical A An evening of Adventure with Keith & Viviane Keith Lockhart Viviane Hagner, violinApril 10 & 11 AH Classical b A Hero’s Life Finishing touches aPril 10 Keith Lockhart Alban gerhardt, celloApril 17 & 18 AH Classical C rach 2 with Jon Kimura Parker Thomas Wilkins Jon Kimura Parker, pianoApril 24 & 25 AH Classical A Keith Concludes his Mahler Tradition Keith Lockhart —April 29 & 30 (W/Th) Vg Chamber beyond Sibelius David Cho —May 1 & 2 AH Pops bravo broadway — — May 8 & 9 AH Classical b Tchaik’s big 5 Andrew grams baiba Skride, violinMay 14 (Thursday) AH Chamber A Haydn Place David Cho —May 16, 18, 20, 22 & 24 CT Opera Donpasquale, by gaetano Donizetti Susanne Sheston robert Herriot, directorMay 19 AH Discovery All-Star evening David Cho —May 29 & 30 AH Classical C Keith’s Finale Keith Lockhart — AH = Abravanel Hall, CT = Capital Theatre, Vg = Vieve gore Concert Hall

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Date Venue Series Program Conductor guest ArtistSep 12 & 13 AH Classical A Ode to Joy Keith Lockhart garrick Ohlsson, pianoSep 24 & 25 (W/Th) Vg Chamber A Waterbird Talk Keith Lockhart Timothy Jones, baritoneSep 26 & 27 AH Pops Timeless Classics with the Utah Symphony Keith Lockhart —Sep 30 (Tuesday) AH Discovery Salute to Youth Keith Lockhart —Oct 10 & 11 AH Classical b Land of the Midnight Music Finishing touches oct 10 Hannu Lintu Henning Kraggerud, violinOct 18, 20, 22, 24, 26 CT Opera madameButterfly, by giacomo Puccini Joseph Mechavich garnett bruce, directorOct 17 & 18 AH Pops Marvin Hamlisch with the Utah Symphony Marvin Hamlisch —Oct 25 (Saturday) AH Lollipops Halloween High-Jinks David Cho —Oct 31 & Nov 1 AH Classical C bruckner’s 4th – A big brass Show David Angus —Nov 7 & 8 AH Classical A elgar’s Cello Concerto Arild remmereit Natalie Clein, celloNov 14 & 15 AH Pops An evening of Film Music richard Kaufman —Nov 21 & 22 AH Classical C Shostakovich’s response Finishing touches nov 21 Keith Lockhart ralph Matson, violinNov 29 & 30 AH Family Sing-it-Yourself Messiah — —Dec 5 & 6 AH Classical b Mozart’s requiem Pietari inkinen —Dec 19 & 20 AH Pops Christmas Spirituals David Cho renese King, vocalist Dec 20 (Saturday) AH Lollipops Here Comes Santa Claus David Cho —Jan 9 & 10 AH Classical A Mozart’s grand Piano Concerto Stefan Solyom gunilla Süssmann, pianoJan 15 (Thursday) AH Chamber The Four Seasons David Cho ralph Matson, violinJan 17, 19, 21, 23 & 25 CT Opera regina, by Marc blitzstein Keith Lockhart Michael Scarola, directorJan 30 & 31 AH Classical b Schubert’s Unfinished Thierry Fischer Louis Lortie, piano

AH = Abravanel Hall, CT = Capital Theatre, Vg = Vieve gore Concert Hall

every season Utah Symphony | Utah Opera presents a festival that bridges all forms of artistic expression, providing an opportunity to expand and explore how each helps to define the human experience.

This season our theme, AToasttoVienna, is centered on Utah Opera’s production of Mozart’s ThemarriageofFigaro, Utah Symphony’s An evening in Vienna on March 6-7, and the VienneseWaltz in our March 20-21 performance.We’re collaborating with local museums, art galleries, libraries, film centers, performing arts groups, and scholars to explore the lively world of Vienna. This is one festival you won’t want to miss. Visit usuo.org/festival for details.

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