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HOLLYWOOD BOWL 2011 SEASON CHRONOLOGICAL LISTING OF EVENTS Red indicates an update from the original announcement made on January 26, 2011

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OPENING NIGHT AT THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL *Fireworks* (Non-subscription)

Friday, June 17, at 8:30 PM OPENING NIGHT AT THE BOWL HOLLYWOOD BOWL HALL OF FAME HOLLYWOOD BOWL ORCHESTRA THOMAS WILKINS, conductor HARRY CONNICK, JR. and GLORIA ESTEFAN, inductees HILARY SWANK, presenter CIRQUE DU SOLEIL, performers The highly-anticipated, star-studded evening features performances by 2011 Hall of Fame inductees Harry Connick, Jr. and Gloria Estefan, plus an exclusive live sneak preview of Cirque du Soleil’s first Hollywood production, IRIS – A Journey Through the World of Cinema. Proceeds benefit the Los Angeles Philharmonic and its education programs. Created and produced by Wayne Baruch and Charles F. Gayton.

JAZZ AT THE BOWL

Wednesday, June 22, at 8 PM JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA with WYNTON MARSALIS and special guest JOE LOVANO HUGH MASEKELA Comprised of master soloists and trumpet star Wynton Marsalis, JLCO is the essence of swing! Their set will also include a special tribute to James Moody featuring Joe Lovano. Trumpeter Masekela – with his warm South African grooves and jazz roots – begins a night of vibrant, joyous sounds.

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GREASE SING-A-LONG (Non-subscription)

Friday, June 24, at 7 PM (pre-show); 8:30 PM (film) GREASE SING-A-LONG DIDI CONN (“Frenchy”), host Back by popular demand, the fun-filled Grease Sing-A-Long features a pre-show costume parade and screening of the beloved film on the Bowl’s big screen.

KCRW’S WORLD FESTIVAL

Sunday, June 26, at 7 PM BIG IN JAPAN YELLOW MAGIC ORCHESTRA CIBO MATTO BUFFALO DAUGHTER TOWA TEI TAIKO CENTER OF LOS ANGELES

directed by Rev. Tom Kurai Additional artists to be announced ERIC J. LAWRENCE, host A gathering of the biggest names in Japanese pop music, this once-in-a-lifetime concert spans genres and generations. Iconic Japanese electro-pop pioneers Yellow Magic Orchestra (with original members Ryuichi Sakamoto, Haruomi Hosono and Yukihiro Takahashi) return for their first show in L.A. since 1979; and after 10 years, Yuka Honda and Miho Hatori reunite Cibo Matto for this special night, which will also feature traditional kabuki-style dance and experimental contemporary visuals for an evening celebrating Japan.

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JULY 4th FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR *Fireworks* (Non-subscription)

Saturday, July 2, at 7:30 PM Sunday, July 3, at 7:30 PM Monday, July 4, at 7:30 PM JULY FOURTH FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR DARYL HALL & JOHN OATES HOLLYWOOD BOWL ORCHESTRA THOMAS WILKINS, conductor In the Hollywood Bowl’s annual great American extravaganza, everyone’s favorite American pop duo has been invited to the party! Daryl Hall & John Oates, members of the Songwriters Hall of Fame, join the orchestra for a night of classic hits, plus spectacular fireworks and good old fashioned American music to celebrate our country’s 235th birthday!

WEEKEND SPECTACULARS

Friday, July 8, at 8 PM Saturday, July 9, at 8 PM MGM HD presents WEST SIDE STORY LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC DAVID NEWMAN, conductor Celebrate the 50th anniversary of this iconic film with a world premiere event, as the LA Phil plays Leonard Bernstein’s electrifying score live while the re-mastered film is shown in hi-def on the Bowl’s big screen with the original vocals and dialog intact. Winner of 10 Academy Awards, the film features choreography by Jerome Robbins, screenplay by Arthur Laurents and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim.

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SUNDAY SUNSET CONCERTS

Sunday, July 10, at 7:30 PM JOURNEY TO INDIA WITH A.R. RAHMAN LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC SHREYA GHOSHAL, special guest Additional special guests to be announced TOM SCHNABEL, host India’s most prolific and successful movie composer (127 Hours, and two Oscars for Slumdog Millionaire), A.R. Rahman returns for an evening of his atmospheric film scores – performed by the LA Phil and enhanced by scenes from his films – plus traditional Indian music and some of Rahman’s spectacular Bollywood hits, with dancers.

TUESDAY CLASSICS

Tuesday, July 12, at 8 PM LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC GUSTAVO DUDAMEL, conductor LANG LANG, piano BORODIN Polovtsian Dances PROKOFIEV Piano Concerto No. 3 MUSSORGSKY/RAVEL Pictures at an Exhibition

JAZZ AT THE BOWL

Wednesday, July 13, at 8 PM CHRIS BOTTI BOBBY McFERRIN with YELLOWJACKETS Multiple Grammy-winning trumpet player Chris Botti is the decade’s largest-selling American instrumentalist. From his PBS specials to performing with starts from Sinatra to Sting and garnering four #1 jazz albums, this incredible musician and his band will delight with his stylishly cool jazz, pop and romantic ballads. The equally incredible vocal virtuoso Bobby McFerrin and friends Yellowjackets (all multiple Grammy winners) collaborate to create mesmerizing and beguiling rhythm and jazz.

THURSDAY CLASSICS

Thursday, July 14, at 8 PM LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC GUSTAVO DUDAMEL, conductor LANG LANG, piano BORODIN Polovtsian Dances PROKOFIEV Piano Concerto No. 3 MUSSORGSKY/RAVEL Pictures at an Exhibition

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WEEKEND SPECTACULARS

Friday, July 15, at 8:30 PM Saturday, July 16, at 8:30 PM SARAH McLACHLAN with the HOLLYWOOD BOWL ORCHESTRA THOMAS WILKINS, conductor Multi-Grammy-winning singer/songwriter Sarah McLachlan makes her Hollywood Bowl debut with the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, led by Thomas Wilkins. With more than 40 million records sold, McLachlan celebrates her recent release, Laws of Illusion.

SUNDAY SUNSET CONCERTS

Sunday, July 17, at 7:30 PM Puccini’s TURANDOT LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC GUSTAVO DUDAMEL, conductor CHRISTINE BREWER, Turandot Turandot, Puccini’s extravagant portrayal of a legendary princess in China, comes to the Hollywood Bowl. Christine Brewer stars as the icy princess who challenges suitors to a game of riddles to win her heart. This story of love features some of the most beloved arias of all time, led by Music Director Gustavo Dudamel. This concert benefits the Los Angeles Philharmonic Musicians Pension Fund. Our thanks to the Philharmonic musicians for contributing their services this evening.

TUESDAY CLASSICS

Tuesday, July 19, at 8 PM LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC GUSTAVO DUDAMEL, conductor GIL SHAHAM, violin MOZART Overture to The Abduction from the Seraglio MOZART Violin Concerto No. 5 MOZART Symphony No. 41, “Jupiter”

EDDIE IZZARD (Non-subscription)

Wednesday, July 20, at 8 PM EDDIE IZZARD: STRIPPED TO THE BOWL Hailed as one of the foremost stand-ups of his generation, comic genius Eddie Izzard brings his show to the Bowl.

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THURSDAY CLASSICS

Thursday, July 21, at 8 PM LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC GUSTAVO DUDAMEL, conductor PINCHAS ZUKERMAN, violin STRAUSS Overture to Die Fledermaus BRUCH Violin Concerto No. 1 J. STRAUSS Tritsch Tratsch Polka R. STRAUSS Waltzes from Rosenkavalier J. STRAUSS Thunder and Lightning Polka J. STRAUSS Czárdás from Ritter Pázmán J. STRAUSS On the Beautiful Blue Danube

WEEKEND SPECTACULARS

Friday, July 22, at 8:30 PM Saturday, July 23, at 8:30 PM DOLLY PARTON The Queen of Country Music makes her Hollywood Bowl debut in a concert celebrating her new record as well as over 45 years of hit songs. The concert features Parton’s classic voice and multi-instrumental artistry for an all-Dolly evening.

KCRW’S WORLD FESTIVAL

Sunday, July 24, at 7 PM GLOBAL SOUL with Rickey Minor, Stevie Wonder and friends Special guests: SHARON JONES, JANELLE MONÁE, GRACE POTTER, ROCKY DAWUNI, CECI BASTIDA, BOMBINO, MIA DOI TODD, and THE SOUL SEEKERS Additional artists to be announced GARTH TRINIDAD, host In a celebration of soul music from around the world, musical director Rickey Minor (American Idol, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno), Stevie Wonder and guests take the audience on a tour of soul sounds across cultures, genres, and generations…the final stop is a 40th-anniversary tribute to Marvin Gaye’s classic record, What’s Going On.

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TUESDAY CLASSICS

Tuesday, July 26, at 8 PM LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC VASILY PETRENKO, conductor ALEXANDER GAVRYLYUK, piano DVO�ÁK Carnival Overture TCHAIKOVSKY Piano Concerto No. 1 SIBELIUS Symphony No. 2

JAZZ AT THE BOWL

Wednesday, July 27, at 8 PM GLADYS KNIGHT JAMES INGRAM Multiple Grammy-winner, also known as the “Empress of Soul,” Knight brings her gloriously powerful vocals to R&B classics and pop standards alike. Ultra-smooth singer Ingram, also a multi-Grammy winner and master of heartfelt ballads, makes a wonderfully romantic opening to the evening.

THURSDAY CLASSICS

Thursday, July 28, at 8 PM LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC VASILY PETRENKO, conductor MARTIN CHALIFOUR, violin GLINKA Overture to Russlan and Ludmilla SIBELIUS Violin Concerto DVO�ÁK Symphony No. 9, “New World”

WEEKEND SPECTACULARS

Friday, July 29, at 8:30 PM Saturday, July 30, at 8:30 PM MICHAEL FEINSTEIN AND THE SINGING STARS OF TELEVISION LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC JACK EVERLY, conductor MICHAEL FEINSTEIN, host, vocals and piano Special appearances by: Wayne Brady, Florence Henderson, Cheyenne Jackson, Dick Van Dyke and others to be announced A dazzling parade of classic and popular songs from the Great American Songbook – from Gershwin and Berlin to New Orleans jazz and Broadway musicals – led by the ambassador of this beloved genre, Michael Feinstein. Some television star favorites of all time will join in to lift their voices in song on this magical evening.

KCRW’S WORLD FESTIVAL

Sunday, July 31, at 7 PM

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REGGAE NIGHT X TUFF GONG WORLDWIDE & ZIGGY MARLEY SALUTE LEGENDS OF REGGAE With special guests I-THREES featuring RITA MARLEY, MARCIA GRIFFITHS, JUDY MOWATT TOOTS HIBBERT, MIGHTY DIAMONDS, RAS MICHAEL Additional guest artists to be announced JEREMY SOLE, host Celebrating the 10th year of Reggae at the Bowl, Ziggy Marley brings his band and a host of all-star roots reggae legends for a unique, once-in-a-lifetime event under the stars.

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TUESDAY CLASSICS

Tuesday, August 2, at 8 PM LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC LIONEL BRINGUIER, conductor YUJA WANG, piano RACHMANINOFF Piano Concerto No. 3 TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No. 5

THURSDAY CLASSICS

Thursday, August 4, at 8 PM LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC JOANA CARNEIRO, conductor KARI KRIIKKU, clarinet PAUL MEYER, clarinet NIELSEN Maskarade Overture LINDBERG Clarinet Concerto COPLAND Clarinet Concerto COPLAND Appalachian Spring Suite

WEEKEND SPECTACULARS

Friday, August 5, at 8:30 PM Saturday, August 6, at 8:30 PM HAIRSPRAY JERRY MITCHELL, director/choreographer LON HOYT, musical director All-star cast to be announced The Hollywood Bowl’s annual fully-staged Broadway musical takes a trip down the musical lane of 1962 Baltimore with the 2003 winner of eight Tony Awards, Hairspray, based on the classic film by John Waters.

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SUNDAY SUNSET CONCERTS

Sunday, August 7, at 7:30 PM HAIRSPRAY JERRY MITCHELL, director/choreographer LON HOYT, musical director All-star cast to be announced The Hollywood Bowl’s annual fully-staged Broadway musical takes a trip down the musical lane of 1962 Baltimore with the 2003 winner of eight Tony Awards, Hairspray, based on the classic film by John Waters.

TUESDAY CLASSICS

Tuesday, August 9, at 8 PM LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC PERRY SO, conductor JOSHUA BELL, violin and director VIVALDI The Four Seasons TCHAIKOVSKY Serenade for Strings

JAZZ AT THE BOWL

Wednesday, August 10, at 8 PM BLUES NIGHT ROBERT CRAY KEB’ MO’ MAVIS STAPLES Soulful bluesman and guitarist Robert Cray, living link to the Delta Blues Keb’ Mo’ and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer/vocalist Mavis Staples come together to rock the Bowl the very best in blues music today.

THURSDAY CLASSICS

Thursday August 11, at 8 PM LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC PERRY SO, conductor JOSHUA BELL, violin and director VIVALDI The Four Seasons TCHAIKOVSKY Serenade for Strings

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WEEKEND SPECTACULARS *Fireworks*

Friday, August 12, at 8:30 PM Saturday, August 13, at 8:30 PM EN FUEGO: VOICES AND GUITARS RODRIGO Y GABRIELA MUJERES DE AGUA featuring JAVIER LIMÓN and BUIKA LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC MIGUEL HARTH-BEDOYA, conductor In a celebration of the passion and rhythm of the guitar, this concert brings the Los Angeles Philharmonic together with the illustrious Mexican duo Rodrigo y Gabriela along with Spanish songstress Buika and flamenco singer/songwriter Javier Limón.

SMOOTH SUMMER JAZZ (Non-subscription)

Sunday, August 14, at 6 PM SMOOTH SUMMER JAZZ DAVE KOZ & FRIENDS WITH BOBBY CALDWELL AND SHEILA E LARRY GRAHAM AND GRAHAM CENTRAL STATION SPYRO GYRA The Hollywood Bowl’s annual contemporary jazz night promises another evening of the best in smooth jazz under the stars.

TUESDAY CLASSICS

Tuesday, August 16, at 8 PM LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC RAFAEL FRÜHBECK DE BURGOS, conductor TAMARA MUMFORD, mezzo-soprano FALLA El Amor Brujo (complete) BERLIOZ Symphonie fantastique

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JAZZ AT THE BOWL

Wednesday, August 17, at 8 PM JONI’S JAZZ HERBIE HANCOCK, GLEN HANSARD, CHAKA KHAN, AIMEE MANN, WAYNE SHORTER, CASSANDRA WILSON, special guests Additional special guests to be announced One of the most influential songwriters of the late 20th century, known primarily for her acoustic folk, Joni Mitchell also turned to jazz musicians, creating a thrilling new context for her songs. This evening, led by drummer/music director Brian Blade, celebrates songs from the jazz-based recordings of Mitchell – including a complete performance of her 1975 masterpiece The Hissing of Summer Lawns – with all-star special guest singers and musicians.

THURSDAY CLASSICS

Thursday August 18, at 8 PM LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC RAFAEL FRÜHBECK DE BURGOS, conductor LEAH CROCETTO, soprano JENNIFER JOHNSON CANO, mezzo-soprano GARRETT SORENSON, tenor IAIN PATTERSON, bass-baritone JEREMY DENK, piano LOS ANGELES MASTER CHORALE

GRANT GERSHON, music director BEETHOVEN Choral Fantasy BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 9

WEEKEND SPECTACULARS *Fireworks*

Friday, August 19, at 8:30 PM Saturday, August 20, at 8:30 PM WALT DISNEY’S FANTASIA HOLLYWOOD BOWL ORCHESTRA JOHN MAUCERI, conductor More than 70 years ago, Walt Disney used the skill of his world-class animators to visualize the world of classical music. The result: Walt Disney’s Fantasia. In celebration of the 20th anniversary of our very own Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, John Mauceri returns to the Bowl to recreate this magic – an evening of selections from the classic film with clips on the Bowl’s big screen. You’ll see your favorites, plus a glimpse into the brilliant artwork and unfinished segments of the Disney masterpiece. The evening ends with fireworks that complement the spectacular beauty of this cinematic triumph.

SUNDAY SUNSET CONCERTS *Fireworks*

Sunday, August 21, at 7:30 PM

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WALT DISNEY’S FANTASIA HOLLYWOOD BOWL ORCHESTRA JOHN MAUCERI, conductor More than 70 years ago, Walt Disney used the skill of his world-class animators to visualize the world of classical music. The result: Walt Disney’s Fantasia. In celebration of the 20th anniversary of our very own Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, John Mauceri returns to the Bowl to recreate this magic – an evening of selections from the classic film with clips on the Bowl’s big screen. You’ll see your favorites, plus a glimpse into the brilliant artwork and unfinished segments of the Disney masterpiece. The evening ends with fireworks that complement the spectacular beauty of this cinematic triumph.

TUESDAY CLASSICS

Tuesday, August 23, at 8 PM LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC LEONARD SLATKIN, conductor ANDRÉ WATTS, piano LISZT Les Préludes LISZT Piano Concerto No. 2 RAVEL Mother Goose Suite RAVEL Daphnis et Chloé, Suite No. 2

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JAZZ AT THE BOWL

Wednesday, August 24, at 8 PM ORQUESTA BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB® featuring OMARA PORTUONDO ARTURO SANDOVAL & THE L.A. ALL STAR BIG BAND NINETY MILES featuring STEFON HARRIS, DAVID SANCHEZ, CHRISTIAN SCOTT Additional artists to be announced Scorching traditional rhythms, infectious improvisations and nostalgic torch songs are all celebrated in this evening of Cuban-themed evening headlined by Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club®, and the dazzling vocals of Portuondo. Exciting, up-and-coming trumpeter Scott explores new Cuban jazz with his Ninety Miles project. This concert is in cooperation with the Getty’s historic photographic exhibit, A Revolutionary Project: Cuba from Walker Evans to Now, May 17 – October 2, 2011 at the Getty Center.

THURSDAY CLASSICS

Thursday, August 25, at 8 PM LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC LEONARD SLATKIN, conductor OLGA KERN, piano CARTER Holiday Overture RACHMANINOFF Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini BRAHMS Symphony No. 4

WEEKEND SPECTACULARS

Friday, August 26, at 8:30 PM Saturday, August 27, at 8:30 PM JOHN WILLIAMS: MAESTRO OF THE MOVIES LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC JOHN WILLIAMS, conductor MORGAN FREEMAN, special guest Five-time Academy Award-winner, Bowl Hall of Famer and renowned composer John Williams returns for his annual weekend, with a program of great film music including selections from some of his most popular scores, that is guaranteed to delight, amaze, entertain and more. This year, Academy Award-winning actor Morgan Freeman makes a special appearance to narrate Williams’ delightful Suite from The Reivers. It's a night of movie magic not to be missed.

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KCRW’S WORLD FESTIVAL

Sunday, August 28, at 7 PM SERGE GAINSBOURG TRIBUTE with JEAN CLAUDE VANNIER HOLLYWOOD BOWL ORCHESTRA NIKA ROZA DANILOVA (ZOLA JESUS) BECK, ED DROSTE, CHINA FORBES, VICTORIA LEGRAND, SEAN LENNON and CHARLOTTE KEMP MUHL (The Ghost of a Saber Tooth Tiger), MIKE PATTON, and more to be announced ANNE LITT, host The provocative and mystical music of the late French superstar Serge Gainsbourg is brought to life. Led by Jean Claude Vannier, French composer, arranger and longtime Gainsbourg collaborator, the legendary concept albums Histoire de Melody Nelson will be performed in full with orchestra and guests, plus more Gainsbourg classics throughout the evening.

TUESDAY CLASSICS

Tuesday, August 30, at 8 PM LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC MICHAEL RIESMAN, conductor PHILIP GLASS ENSEMBLE LOS ANGELES CHILDREN’S CHORUS

ANNE TOMLINSON, artistic director GLASS Powaqqatsi: Life in Transformation (with film)

JAZZ AT THE BOWL

Wednesday, August 31, at 8 PM GEORGE BENSON GMS featuring GEORGE DUKE, MARCUS MILLER, DAVID SANBORN The ultimate guitarist who can play anything from be-bop to pop, with a career that has spanned nearly six decades, Benson is the master of taste, speed and swing. With his warm tone and silky vocals, his shows are filled with all the classic hits and a few jazz surprises, too! All-stars in their own right, the Duke/Miller/Sanborn project open the evening with some smooth jazz verve.

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THURSDAY CLASSICS

Thursday September 1, at 8 PM LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC JUANJO MENA, conductor KATIA and MARIELLE LABÈQUE, pianos FALLA Introduction and Dance from La vida breve POULENC Concerto for Two Pianos DEBUSSY Ibéria FALLA The Three-Cornered Hat, Suite No. 2

TOTALLY 80s HOLLYWOOD BOWL (Non-subscription)

Friday, September 2, at 8:30 PM TOTALLY 80s HOLLYWOOD BOWL THE HUMAN LEAGUE THE B-52S THE FIXX BERLIN Hosted by TERRI NUNN By popular demand, the Bowl rewinds for a celebration of the 80’s featuring monster hits of the decade such as “Don’t You Want Me,” “Love Shack,” “One Thing Leads to Another,” and “Take My Breath Away.”

THE BIG PICTURE: MOVIE NIGHT (Non-subscription)

Sunday, September 4, at 7:30 PM THE BIG PICTURE: AFI’s GREAT AMERICAN MOVIE QUIZ HOLLYWOOD BOWL ORCHESTRA DAVID NEWMAN, conductor For this world premiere the Hollywood Bowl reunites with the American Film Institute for Movie Night that tests the audience’s film knowledge as questions about the movies and music are answered live by the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra. Produced in cooperation with the American Film Institute

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TUESDAY CLASSICS

Tuesday, September 6, at 8 PM LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC ITZHAK PERLMAN, conductor and violin BEETHOVEN Romances No. 1 and No. 2 BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 8 BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 5

JAZZ AT THE BOWL

Wednesday, September 7, at 8 PM THE QUINCY JONES BAND featuring THE GLOBAL GUMBO

ALL-STARS & FRIENDS BROTHERS JOHNSON, PATTI AUSTIN, RICHARD BONA, ALFREDO RODRIGUEZ, NIKKI YANOFSKY Additional artists to be announced The producer, composer, arranger, film producer and cultural ambassador – the perennial icon of musical cool – makes a rare live concert appearance at the Bowl in celebration of his six-decade career. Ranging from big band jazz to the most happening contemporary stars of today's pop, R&B and hip-hop, this evening with Q promises to be a historic performance and a glittering gathering.

THURSDAY CLASSICS

Thursday, September 8, at 8 PM LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC BRAMWELL TOVEY, conductor JOYCE YANG, piano BERLIOZ Roman Carnival Overture SAINT-SAËNS Piano Concerto No. 2 GOUNOD Faust Ballet Music RESPIGHI Pines of Rome

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WEEKEND SPECTACULARS *Fireworks*

Friday, September 9, at 8:30 PM Saturday, September 10, at 8:30 PM TCHAIKOVSKY SPECTACULAR WITH FIREWORKS LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC BRAMWELL TOVEY, conductor TBD, cello USC TROJAN MARCHING BAND

DR. ARTHUR C. BARTNER, director ALL-TCHAIKOVSKY Romeo and Juliet Rococo Variations Music from Act IV of Swan Lake 1812 Overture

KCRW’S WORLD FESTIVAL

Sunday, September 11, at 7 PM THE NATIONAL NEKO CASE SHARON VAN ETTEN JASON BENTLEY, host This evening of triumphant, powerful and poetic American rock music celebrates our spirit and resolve under the starts of the summer sky.

TUESDAY CLASSICS Tuesday, September 13, at 8 PM

LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC BRAMWELL TOVEY, conductor TBD, soloists LOS ANGELES MASTER CHORALE

GRANT GERSHON, music director BERNSTEIN Chichester Psalms MOZART Requiem

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THURSDAY CLASSICS *Fireworks*

Thursday, September 15, at 8 PM LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC NICHOLAS McGEGAN, conductor JENNIFER KOH, violin CHRISTIAN POLTÉRA, cello SERGIO TIEMPO, piano ROSSINI Overture to La Cenerentola BEETHOVEN Triple Concerto HAYDN Symphony No. 94 in G (“Surprise”) HANDEL Royal Fireworks Music (with fireworks)

WEEKEND SPECTACULARS *Fireworks*

Friday, September 16, at 8:30 PM Saturday, September 17, at 8:30 PM FIREWORKS FINALE: A NIGHT AT THE MOULIN ROUGE HOLLYWOOD BOWL ORCHESTRA THOMAS WILKINS, conductor PARIS COMBO, special guests DANCERS from the MOULIN ROUGE, special guests An exhilarating celebration of the City of Lights with high-kicking dancers direct from the legendary Moulin Rouge, and the jazzy French cabaret sounds of Paris Combo, are accompanied by a Thomas Wilkins-led Hollywood Bowl Orchestra and a spectacular fireworks display.

SUNDAY SUNSET CONCERTS *Fireworks*

Sunday, September 18, at 7:30 PM FIREWORKS FINALE: A NIGHT AT THE MOULIN ROUGE HOLLYWOOD BOWL ORCHESTRA THOMAS WILKINS, conductor PARIS COMBO, special guests DANCERS from the MOULIN ROUGE, special guests An exhilarating celebration of the City of Lights with high-kicking dancers direct from the legendary Moulin Rouge, and the jazzy French cabaret sounds of Paris Combo, are accompanied by a Thomas Wilkins-led Hollywood Bowl Orchestra and a spectacular fireworks display.

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SING-A-LONG SOUND OF MUSIC (Non-subscription)

Saturday, September 24, at 6 PM (pre-show); 7:30 PM (film) SING-A-LONG SOUND OF MUSIC The Hollywood hills are alive with The Sound of Music! Everyone’s favorite sing-a-long returns to the giant screen at the Bowl – the world’s largest outdoor movie theater. Audience members are encouraged to dress in costume (for the pre-show parade) and warm up their vocal cords for this beloved and always sold-out event.

Program, dates and artists subject to change. 05.02.11