SEASON 2015-2016Marc-André Bougie, Music Director

A Perfect 10Celebrating 10 Years: 2006-2016

TEN YEARS! Can you believe it? It has certainly been an exhilarating ride for all who have been involved since the early days of this musical adventure. The beginnings of the Texarkana Symphony Orchestra date back to the fall of 2005 when Remica Gray, Mary Scott Goode and I concocted this little idea of starting a symphony in Texarkana. The rest, as they say, is history. Those early days were some of the most exciting times of my professional life. I was only 29 years old and about to embark on the journey of a lifetime.

To celebrate this milestone, we are inviting you to enjoy another breath-taking series of concerts. We will be offering some of the most brilliant symphonic music that the repertoire has to offer—from the passionate sounds of Romantic masters to the immortal works of Beethoven, Mozart, and

American musical giants—performed by our talented and dedicated musicians and world-class guest artists. More than ever, make sure that you attend each concert so you can celebrate this anniversary milestone with us throughout the year, and take part in our Audience Choice Award where you will be able to vote (at every concert) on a favorite piece of music that you would like to hear. The winning piece will be performed on our February concert.

Thank you so very much to all who have been part of this journey – Founding Patrons, Board Members, Concert-Goers, Donors, Musicians, Staff, Volunteers, and Supporters of all types.

Symphonically yours,

LETTER FROM THE MUSIC DIRECTOR

The mission of the Texarkana Symphony Orchestra is to pursue, for all, the transformative power of symphonic music through excellence in live performance and education.

MISSION STATEMENT

Artistic Excellence

Educational Excellence

Leadership

Connections to our Communities

Effective Partnerships & Collaborations

Economic Impact

Organizational Viability & Innovation

CORE VALUES

FIREBIRDSaturday, September 12, 20157:30PM Concert Preview: 6:40PM

Khachaturian: Sabre Dance from GayaneKhachaturian: Masquerade SuiteTchaikovsky: 1812 Overture, Op. 49Rimsky-Korsakov: Capriccio espagnol, Op. 34Stravinsky: Firebird Suite

Join the TSO as it opens its 10th Anniversary Season with a fiery evening of Russian masterpieces, including TSO’s premiere performance of Igor Stravinsky’s Firebird Suite.

CLASSICAL MASTERSSaturday, October 10, 20157:30PM Concert Preview: 6:40PM

Featuring: Tatiana Roitman-Mann, piano

Mozart: Marriage of Figaro (Le Nozze di Figaro) Overture, K. 492Beethoven: Symphony No. 4, B-flat major, Op. 60Mozart: Piano Concerto No. 23, A major, Op. 488

An evening of Classical Masterworks featuring the completion of Maestro Bougie’s goal to perform all 9 of Beethoven’s symphonies within TSO’s first 10 years and TSO’s first performance of a Mozart piano concerto.

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Tatiana Roitman-Mann

The mission of the Texarkana Symphony Orchestra is to pursue, for all, the transformative power of symphonic music through excellence in live performance and education.

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BEST SEATS!Season ticket holders get priority access to the best seats in the Perot Theatre and

the opportunity to renew or upgrade (based on availability) their seats.

CONVENIENCE!Season ticket holders can purchase their seats in one transaction, receive tickets

in advance, and never have to spend time waiting in line at the concert.

CHANGE YOUR PLANS? DONATE OR EXCHANGE YOUR TICKETS!TSO tickets (season and single) are nonrefundable. However, the TSO would very much appreciate you donating your ticket(s) back to the orchestra. You may return tickets by

bringing them to the Perot Theatre Box office or by mailing them to TSO at 421 Hickory Street, Texarkana, AR 71854. Tickets must be returned/postmarked at least 24 hours prior to the

concert date for which you will be unable to attend. A receipt will be mailed, within two weeks, acknowledging your tax-deductible contribution. Based on availability and subject to a $5 exchange fee, Season ticket holders may exchange their ticket(s) for another TSO Concert.

FIRST TO KNOW!Season ticket holders are the first to learn of TSO’s upcoming season and can purchase tickets at even greater discounts during our spring Advanced Purchase Discount drive.

LOST YOUR TICKETS? WE CAN HANDLE THAT TOO!TSO will replace your tickets for free!

CHRISTMAS AT THE PEROTSunday, December 13, 20154:00PM

Featuring: the Texarkana Youth Symphony Orchestra, Texarkana Regional Chorale, and the Pleasant Grove High School Showstoppers

Goeller: A Christmas Festival of CarolsSchubert: Ave MariaStrauss: Skating PolkaWendel: A Christmas Carol Sing-Along

A Texarkana tradition! Join the TSO, the Texarkana Youth Symphony Orchestra, the Texarkana Regional Chorale, Pleasant Grove High School Showstoppers and Santa Claus for this Holiday concert for the whole family.

PLAY IT COOLSaturday, February 13, 20167:30PM Concert Preview: 6:40PM

Featuring: The Harlem Quartet

Hailstork: CelebrationDawson: Negro-Folk SymphonyBernstein/Fleischer: West Side Story ConcertoAudience Choice Performance

A celebration of the diversity of America’s musical landscape. From the seminal works of two African-American composers, the romantic melodies and rhythmic drive of Fleischer’s West Side Story Concerto, to TSO’s first Audience Choice Performance, this evening has something for everyone.

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Celebrating 10 Years: 2006-2016

The Harlem Quartet

SANDI PATTY’S BROADWAY STORIESSaturday, March 5, 20167:30PM

Featuring: Sandi Patty, the Sandi Patty Trio, and the Texarkana Symphony Chamber Singers

Broadway hits and standards

The legendary Sandi Patty debuts with the Texarkana Symphony Orchestra. Ms. Patty, an Oklahoma City native, is the recipient of 5 Grammy Awards, 22 GMA Dove Awards, and has recorded 34 albums. Her famous four-octave vocal range with its flexibility and emotional expression has resulted in sold-out performances for decades.

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"From the first track to the last, Patty shows an easy command of the Broadway idiom, applying her formidable pipes to material worthy of her talents."

—iTunes Review of Patty’s Broadway Songs and Stories CD

“Sandi is one of today’s most versatile interpreters of song. The soulfulness she brings to concert audiences is matched by her sense of entertainment and humor. She remains a treasure of American Song.”

—Jack Everly, Principal Pops Conductor, Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra

Sandi Patty

BEETHOVEN & BRAHMSSaturday, April 23, 20167:30PM Concert Preview: 6:40PM

Featuring: Zuill Bailey, cello; Elena Urioste, violin; Michael Brown, piano; and composer Clint Needham

Needham: Symphonic Fanfare Celebrating TSO’s 10th AnniversaryBeethoven: Concerto for Violin, Cello and Piano in C major, Op. 56Brahms: Symphony No. 1, in C minor, Op. 68

TSO Celebrates its 10th Anniversary with a concert of monumental proportions—featuring the return of two of the most beloved guest artists of the past 10 years, along with pianist Michael Brown, and a commissioned work from Texarkana’s own Clint Needham. Join the TSO Board and Staff in welcoming patrons, former board members, and national, state, and local officials who have made TSO’s first 10 years such a success.

Zuill Bailey Elena Urioste

Michael BrownClint Needham

DVOŘÁK’S NEW WORLDWednesday, January 13, 20169:30AM and 12:30PM

Featuring: Michael Boudewyns and Sara Valentine

Dvořák: Symphony No. 9, E minor, Op. 95 “From the New World”

Antonin Dvořák, the famed Bohemian composer, has come to America. The year is 1893, and his new symphony is premiering at Carnegie Hall… Join us for this specially commissioned theatrical concert for young audiences. It’s an extraordinary journey back in time and across the continents with Dvořák’s beloved Symphony No. 9, E minor, Op. 95, “From the New World,” as our centerpiece.

Celebrating 10 Years: 2006-2016

Texarkana Symphony Orchestra’s Student Concerts at the PerotPremiere Performance of a Newly Commissioned Work:

The mission of the Texarkana Youth Symphony Orchestra is to foster a love of music and build friendships through excellence in orchestral education and performance experiences.

CHRISTMAS AT THE PEROTSunday, December 13, 2015

Side by side with the TSO

SPRING CONCERTMay 1, 2016

Sullivan Performing Arts CenterJohn Thomas Theatre

3941 Summerhill Rd, Texarkana, TX

Steve M. Bennett, Conductor

We believe music education is critical and can foster a life-long love of the orchestra.

Michael Boudewyns Sara Valentine

09.12.2006“A Night at the Movies,” Concert begins TSO’s first full Concert Season

04.04.2006First Concert “A Classic Premiere”

11.30.2005First Board Meeting

Marc-André Bougie invited to be founding conductor

06.23.2006TSO Receives the Junior League of Texarkana’s 80th Anniversary Community Award of $100,000.00. The funds were targeted towards beginning TSO’s education programs and the Texarkana Youth Symphony Orchestra

02/08/20071st Student Concerts in the Perot Theatre

02.08.2009First Black History Month Concert in collaboration with Lonoke Baptist Church

08.28.2008Steve Bennett, hired as Conductor of the TYSO

04.15.2008Andrew Clark, hired as first Executive Director

12.13.2007TYSO’s First Concert

10.01.2007Jason Ashley, violinist, hired as community strings teacher and assistant concertmaster

05.27.2010Branded the “Come out and Play” moniker for the TYSO in a partnership with the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Texarkana

05.08.2010First International Guest Artist’s Exchange with Italian conductor Pieralberto Cattaneo and flautist Mario Carbotta.

10.24.20091st Youth Concerto Competition

09.25.2010Kiril Laskarov debuts as

TSO’s new Concertmaster

Diana Hector-Norwood begins her tenure as TSO’s Personnel Manager

Junior League of Texarkana Dr. and Mrs. George Bohmfalk Candace Taylor and Marc-André Bougie Scottie and Bob Burnett James W. Burnett, III Kelly Elizabeth Burnett Cleveland Burton Betty and Perry Butcher Lois Towles Caesar Lucille T. Cook Florence and George Crank Mr. and Mrs. Carl Culpepper Dr. and Mrs. Roy Deskin Jennifer and Darby Doan Dr. Norma and Fay J Durrant Dr. George W. English, III Mary Scott and Howard Goode Remica and Danny Gray Patricia and Barry Green Sammye and Jim Haltom Margaret Harrell LouAnne and Billy Harrell Peggy and Jasper Howard H. Louise Johnson John Jay Jones Funeral Home Kathy and George Lease Mrs. Fleet F. Magee Michael and Pete Mankins Barbara and Paul McCash Pamela McCoy Dottie and Ed Miller Julia Peck Mobley Judy and Jim Morgan Martha and Josh Morriss, Jr. Kay and Jimmy Murphy

Drs. Wanda and Jon Northam Martha and Fred Norton, Jr. Charlotte and David Potter LaWanda and John Rich Phyllis Russell Mary Anne and Charles T. Settle Dr. and Mrs. Vernon C. Shaffer Drs. Rosanne Stripling and Larry Sullivan Wednesday Music Club Lynnel Westerman Ruth Ellen and Dave Whitt Dr. and Mrs. David L. Williams Williams Memorial UMC Fine Arts Department Brenda and Jim Works Jean and Herb Wren William Wright

TSO FOUNDING PATRONS:

01.24.2006Incorporated as the Texarkana Symphony Orchestra

09.17.2007First rehearsal of the Texarkana Youth Symphony Orchestra (TYSO)

06.16.2010Andrew Clark elected as Chair of Group 7&8 for the League of American Orchestras serving on the League’s National Board through June of 2012.

12.23.2007 First Christmas Concert, featuring William Grant Still’s Christmas in the Western World

12.18.2011TSO brings its Christmas Family Pops Concert back to the Perot Theatre and rebrands it as ‘Christmas at the Perot’

First Annual Celebrity Conductor Competition

04.09.2011Premiere performance of composer Clint Needham’s “Southern Air” commissioned for TSO’s 5th Anniversary

12.19.2010First Christmas Family Pops Concert—also the first reserved seat event in Texarkana Independent School District’s new Sullivan Performing Arts Center/John Thomas Theatre.

02.16.2013Classical Guitarist, Sharon Isbin,

becomes TSO’s first multi-Gammy Award winning guest artist.

4.23.201610th Anniversary Celebration Concert,

Featuring the premiere of a new orchestral overture by Texarkana

native Clint Needham, and Beethoven’s Triple Concerto with Elena Urioste,

Zuill Bailey, and Michael Brown.

1.13.2016Premiere performance of Dvorak’s New World, TSO’s commissioned Student Concert Program

09.12.2015“Firebird” TSO’s 10th Anniversary

Season Opening Concert

03.20.2015Remica Gray, TSO’s founding board president, receives the Arkansas Governor’s Arts Award for Community Development

Junior League of Texarkana Dr. and Mrs. George Bohmfalk Candace Taylor and Marc-André Bougie Scottie and Bob Burnett James W. Burnett, III Kelly Elizabeth Burnett Cleveland Burton Betty and Perry Butcher Lois Towles Caesar Lucille T. Cook Florence and George Crank Mr. and Mrs. Carl Culpepper Dr. and Mrs. Roy Deskin Jennifer and Darby Doan Dr. Norma and Fay J Durrant Dr. George W. English, III Mary Scott and Howard Goode Remica and Danny Gray Patricia and Barry Green Sammye and Jim Haltom Margaret Harrell LouAnne and Billy Harrell Peggy and Jasper Howard H. Louise Johnson John Jay Jones Funeral Home Kathy and George Lease Mrs. Fleet F. Magee Michael and Pete Mankins Barbara and Paul McCash Pamela McCoy Dottie and Ed Miller Julia Peck Mobley Judy and Jim Morgan Martha and Josh Morriss, Jr. Kay and Jimmy Murphy

Drs. Wanda and Jon Northam Martha and Fred Norton, Jr. Charlotte and David Potter LaWanda and John Rich Phyllis Russell Mary Anne and Charles T. Settle Dr. and Mrs. Vernon C. Shaffer Drs. Rosanne Stripling and Larry Sullivan Wednesday Music Club Lynnel Westerman Ruth Ellen and Dave Whitt Dr. and Mrs. David L. Williams Williams Memorial UMC Fine Arts Department Brenda and Jim Works Jean and Herb Wren William Wright

10.8.2013Beyond the Score: Mendelssohn’s Italian Symphony partnership with the Chicago Symphony and Texarkana Repertory Theatre.

I’m amazed by what you’ve accomplished…the stellar quality of the music and organization, and wish you

and the orchestra much continued great success! —Sharon Isbin

ENHANCE YOUR EXPERIENCE:TSO’s donor benefits are designed to provide you with up-close access to the music and musicians. As your donor level increases, so does your opportunity to meet TSO musicians and guest artists and receive invitations to special events and post-concert receptions.

YOUR SUPPORT IS VITAL…AND THERE ARE MANY WAYS TO GIVE:TSO accepts gifts of any size, and there are multiple ways to make an impact. Donate securities, name the TSO as an insurance policy or IRA beneficiary, request a matching gift from your company, or include the Symphony in your will. Donations are accepted year round, and payment options can be set up yearly, quarterly, or monthly.

ANNUAL FUND GIVING LEVELS:Platinum: Gifts of $10,000 or moreGold: Gifts of $5,000-$9,999Silver: Gifts of $2,500-$4,999Bronze: Gifts of $1,000-$2,499Sustainer: Gifts of $500-$999Associate: Gifts of $100-$499Friend: Gifts up to $99

sustainability... the vital link to artistic growth

Texarkana is a community that has

always been passionate about the arts,

and the Symphony is honored to help

further that legacy by bringing the world

of symphonic music to our area. Yet

our capacity to pursue excellence in live

performance and educational programs

is directly related to the financial support

the community provides. It is only through

generous gifts from people like you who

are passionate about music, education and

their community, that we can create this

legacy of symphonic music for Texarkana.

Please help us set the stage for the present

and the future by adding an annual fund

contribution to your ticket order.

Did you know that ticket revenue only covers a quarter of the symphony’s operating costs?

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR QUESTIONS ABOUT GIVING:Please contact R. Andrew Clark, Executive Director, at 870-773-3401 or andrewtso@windstream.net.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:Camille Wrinkle 870-774-1398Andrew Clark 870-773-3401

Texarkana Symphony Orchestra & Harvest Regional Food Bankinvite you to participate in: Orchestras Feeding America National Food Drive

Help alleviate hunger in southwest Arkansas and northeast Texas by bringing your non-perishable food items to:

Classical Masters Symphony Concert on October 10, 2015, 7:30pm at the Perot Theatre, 221 Main Street, Texarkana, TXORDrop items off at the Symphony Office, 421 Hickory Street, Texarkana, AR, during the month of October.

Benefiting service areas include: Bowie County, Texas, as well as Miller, Lafayette, Columbia, Little River, Hempstead, Nevada, Howard, Sevier, and Pike counties in southwest Arkansas.

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If music be the food of love...play on —William Shakespeare

• 1 in 6 in this region are struggling with hunger. 1 in

4 of these are children.

• 60,000 people live in food insecure households in this 10 county area.

• 2.5 million pounds of food is needed for distribution.

Connected to our community... Building effective partnerships that enhance creative innovation

FOR MORE INFORMATION:Camille Wrinkle 870-774-1398Andrew Clark 870-773-3401

The Texarkana Arts & Historic District is a collaborative regional marketing initiative focused on historic downtown Texarkana. District partners include Main Street Texarkana, the Texarkana Symphony Orchestra, the Texarkana Regional Arts & Humanities Council, the Texarkana Museums System, and the Cities of Texarkana, Texas and Arkansas. For more information about this collaborative effort, our partners, and Texarkana visit: www.visittexarkanadistrict.com.

TEXARKANA ARTS & HISTORIC DISTRICT

The Texarkana Symphony Orchestra is honored to call the Perot Theatre home. This Texarkana jewel opened in 1924 as a Saenger Theatre. Called “the most beautiful theatre in the South,” it featured silent movies, movie premieres, the nationally broadcast Fifth Annual War Bond Drive with host Orson Welles, and live performances by Annie Oakley, Will Rogers, and John Barrymore. Due to the growth of the modern movie plex and urban sprawl, the Theatre became a B movie house by the 1970s. The theatre was officially closed in 1977 when the City of Texarkana, TX, purchased it for $19,000. With the help of Texarkana natives H. Ross Perot and his sister, Bette, the theatre was restored to its current elegance at a cost of $2.4 million and reopened in 1981. The theatre is named for Gabriel Ross and Lulu May Perot, lifelong residents of the city and the parents of Ross and Bette. For 35 years the Perot Theatre has played host to some of the most celebrated stage and music performers of our time. For more information about the Perot, rental inquiries, or for a free tour, contact the box office at 903-792-4992.

PEROT THEATRE INFORMATION

Celebrating 10 Years: 2006-2016

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PICK 4 AND PICK 3 SPECIAL TICKET DISCOUNT AVAILABLE:PICK 4: 4 concerts of the buyers choice. Flat rate of $88. EXCLUDES: Sandi Patty. No other discounts apply.

PICK 3: 3 concerts of the buyers choice. Flat rate of $75. EXCLUDES: Sandi Patty. No other discounts apply.

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TOTAL = $

# of Seats Price Subtotal

Premiere Choice Standard

Firebird $47 $39 $25 Classical Masters $40 $29 $17 Christmas at the Perot $48 $39 $30 Play It Cool $40 $29 $17 Sandi Patty’s Broadway Stories $60 $49 $37 Beethoven and Brahms $48 $37 $25

Firebird $24.50 $20.50 $13.50 Classical Masters $21 $15.50 $9.50 Christmas at the Perot $25 $20.50 $16 Play It Cool $21 $15.50 $9.50 Sandi Patty’s Broadway Stories $31 $25.50 $19.50 Beethoven and Brahms $25 $19.50 $13.50

6-12 Years old $14 $14 $14 Up to 5 years old $9 $9 $9

Single Tickets

Student Single Tickets

Tickets for Children (accompanied by adult)

Season Tickets Season Ticket w/o Patron Donation $283 $222 $151 Season Ticket w/ Patron Donation $268 $210 $143 Student Season Ticket $147.50 $117 $81.50

# of Seats Price Subtotal SEASON TICKETS

Season Ticket w/o Patron Donation x $ = $

Season Ticket w/ Patron Donation x $ = $

Student Season Ticket x $ = $

SINGLE TICKETS

Firebird x $ = $

Classical Masters x $ = $

Christmas at the Perot x $ = $

Play It Cool x $ = $

Sandi Patty’s Broadway Stories x $ = $

Beethoven and Brahms x $ = $

Child 6-12 Tickets for Children x $ = $

Child 5 and under Tickets for Children x $ = $

My GIFT to the Annual Fund = $

TOTAL = $

Marc-André Bougie, Music Director R. Andrew Clark, Executive Director 421 Hickory Street • Texarkana, AR 71854texarkanasymphony.org

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