2015 2016S E A S O N

STILIAN KIROV, Music Director

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AA NEW SEASON…

…A NEW FACE.

“It i s a true pr ivi l ege to

we lcome you to the

Bakersfie ld Symphony’ s

2015 - 2016 Season and

to embrace the

opportuni ty to

exper ience toge ther some

great music fu l l o f

exc i tement and

inspirat ion .”

-- STILIAN KIROV, Music Director

BAKERSFIELD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

MIKHAIL GLINKARuslan and Lyudmila Overture

SERGEI RACHMANINOFFPiano Concerto No. 3 in D minor

JOHANNES BRAHMS Symphony No. 2 in D Major

SOLOIST: Sean Chen , Piani s t

Van Cl iburn Crysta l Award Winner

“ There aren ' t enough superlat ives for th i s young man. Moments o f bo ld intens i ty gave way to those o f a gent l e t endernes s that was breathtaking at t imes . . . Chen p laced every note jus t so.”-- CHANTAL INCANDELA , NUVO.NET

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O C T O B E R 3 , 2 0 1 5PASSIONATE BEGINNINGS

RALPH VAUGHAN WILLIAMS Fantas ia on a Theme by Thomas Tal l i s

WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZARTRequiem in D minor

With the Bakersfie ld Master Chorale & BSO Solo i s t s

NOVEMBER 14, 2015ANGELS AND DEMONS

OCTOBER 3Sean C henPianist

BAKERSFIELD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

ALEXANDER BORODINPrince Igor O verture

JOHANNES BRAHMSVariat ions on a Theme of Joseph Haydn

JOHANNES BRAHMS Hungarian Dances 5 and 6 (arr. Par low)

ANTONÍN DVOŘÁKSymphony No. 8 in G Major

Petko D imitrov, Gues t Conductor

F E B R U A R Y 6 , 2 0 1 6EUROPEAN JOURNEYS

LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVENLeonora Overture No. 1

WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZARTC larinet Concerto in A Major

LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVENSymphony No. 3 “Eroica” in E-flat Major

Solo i s t : Bori s Al lakhverdyan, Clarinet

M A R C H 1 2 , 2 0 1 6HEROES OR NOT?

MARCH 12Boris AllakhverdyanClarinetist

"... Allakhverdyan turned on the fireworks for his deft playing of

the solo part. The bustling, skittish cadenza sounded almost improvisational and pulled the orchestra into a more dissonant

and playful sonic world of spiky rhythms and perky passages..."

-- SPRINGFIELD NEWS -LEADER

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AARON COPLANDFanfare for the Common Man

AARON COPLANDQuiet City

SAMUEL BARBERSecond Essay for Orchestra

CHARLES IVES Symphony No. 2

WEST WATER ARTS: Nicholas Bardonnay, Mult imedia Art i s t

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A P R I L 9 , 2 0 1 6SALUTE TO OUR VETERANS

PETER ILYICH TCHAIKOVSKYViol in Concerto in D Major

DMITRI SHOSTAKOVICHSymphony No. 5 in D minor

SOLOIST: Simone Porter, Vio l in

Represented by Opus 3 Art i s t s

MAY 14, 2016LOVE AND WAR

MAY 14Simone PorterViol in ist

Jeff Fasano Photography

An emerging art i s t o f impass ioned energy, v io l ini s t Simone Porter, a t 18 years o f age , has a lready appeared with the New York Phi lharmonic , Los Ange le s Phi lharmonic , Nashvi l l e Symphony and Utah Symphony.

he Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra is proud to continue our Young People’s Concert (YPC) series with three all-new performances this season. Each performance is specifically designed to appeal to children and to support and augment music education programs in schools.

For over 30 years the Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra has been committed to helping our young people understand the joy and beauty music can bring to their lives. More than 12,000 students attend these performances every year. Our sincere hope is to instill in each a love of music that will last a lifetime.

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A LOVE OF MUSIC WILL LAST A LIFETIME

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Kids Discover MusicThrough small group interaction with our musicians in a classroom environment, this program allows children to experience a powerful introduction to the world of music.Children will learn that symphony-style music is all around them in their everyday lives, even in their favorite movies and video games.

Music Student Voucher ProgramAll Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra subscription concerts are available to Kern County music students for only $7.00 per concert. For more information or to obtain a voucher please contact the BSO office.

T H U R S D AY, O C T O B E R 1 , 2 0 1 5

This hilarious presentation by Magic Circle Mime Company and BSO is a light-hearted introduction to the concert orchestra and its relationship with the audience.The art of listening requires talent and training; The Listener establishes this concept through humor, drama, and dance, leaving the audience appreciating their own abilities as well as those of the orchestra.

THE LISTENERA Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra

T H U R S D AY, N O V E M B E R 1 2 , 2 0 1 5

"Meet the Orchestra" is our new program that gives our younger concertgoers an opportunity to explore the different, exciting aspects of orchestral playing and leadership as well as learn about the musician's perspective on music-making as part of an ensemble. Through the music of Tchaikovsky we will embark on an exciting journey, meeting and talking to the orchestra musicians, exploring the different emotions that music evokes, and learning more about the conductor's work.

MEET THE ORCHESTRA Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4

F R I D AY, F E B R U A RY 5 , 2 0 1 6

How do composers use music to paint the beauty and force of nature? We travel through time with examples from Handel, Beethoven, De Falla and Stravinsky, plus the exciting music from the motion picture “Frozen.”

MUSICAL NATURESPetko Dimitrov, Guest Conductor

To sign up for YPC’s or for more information please call the BSO office.

xposing students to live music expands their horizons and helps develop an appreciation for all performing arts. The BSO Next program gives generous individuals and local businesses an opportunity to purchase season tickets for distribution to local school districts and other community groups. Research proves that arts education provides unique academic and social benefits and helps prepare

students for success in school, work, and life.

EINSPIRING A NEW GENERATION

S I N C E I T S I N C E P T I O N :

- BSO Next has allowed over 400 local students to attend each of our six season concerts free of charge.

- Having these young people in the audience has brought an unmistakable energy and excitement to our concerts.

- Response to the BSO Next program has been overwhelmingly positive from both students and regular concert patrons.

For more information about the BSO Next program or to become a sponsor:

Contact the BSO office at 661-323-7928

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Nothing complements an evening of exceptional music like an exceptional meal. Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra has partnered with top local restaurants to offer concertgoers an opportunity to combine their musical experience with a gourmet dining experience.

When you present your concert tickets at one of these fine restaurants on the date of the performance.

Belvedere Room at the Padre Hotel

Café Med Restaurant

CraSh Lounge

Mama Tosca’s Ristorante Italiano

Muertos Kitchen and Lounge

Valentien Restaurant & Wine Bar

The Nines Restaurant

Petroleum Club of Bakersfield (Members Only)

Participating Restaurants:

Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra is pleased to continue our successful “BSO Dine” program for its second season.

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GREAT FOOD & GREAT MUSIC.THE PERFECT COUNTERPOINT.

GET 15% OFF YOUR MEAL!

n addition to our regular schedule of outstanding performances the Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra’s 84th Season will feature an assortment of other inspiring musical events. Check our website at www.BSOnow.org for

additional dates and details on the following concerts:

A LITTLE SOMETHING EXTRA …

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G O L D E N C L A S S I C S C O N C E RT

Classical music enthusiasts will love hearing some of their favorite pieces performed in an elegant setting.

I N F O R M A L

No preconceptions. No stage. Late-night. Experience the Bakersfield Symphony's new Informal concert, presenting modern and contemporary works in a vibrant atmosphere and non-traditional setting outside of the concert hall.

A T R I B U T E T O J O H N W I L L I A M S

John Williams has been called the most popular composer of the modern era and has created music for almost 100 motion pictures, including Star Wars, Indiana Jones and Jaws. Join us as we perform a selection of his most memorable film scores.

M U S I C I N Y O U R N E I G H B O R H O O D

The Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra brings the music to you! Join us for concerts in various cities around Kern County.

A H O L I D AY C O N C E RT S P E C I A L

Bring your friends and family to this special holiday concert and celebrate with everyone's favorite music.

S U P P O RT T H E B A K E R S F I E L D S Y M P H O N Y O R C H E S T R A

Help support the Symphony’s mission of performing great concerts and providing music education in Kern County

DONATIONSGive $20 or more monthly or a onetime gift at www.BSOnow.org

PROGRAM/EVENT SPONSORSHIPSStarting at $2,500.

BSO ENDOWMENT FOUNDATIONHelp sustain the Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra for generations to come.

Contact the BSO office at 661-323-7928 for more details.

embership in the Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra’s Conductors Circle gives you access to the conductor, musicians, soloists and these additional benefits:

- Preferred parking in the County Parking Structure.

- Four complimentary tickets per season for your friends. (Seating location based on availability.)

- Exclusive receptions during the season.

- Complimentary wine and hors d’oeuvres at each subscription concert.

- Preferential season ticket renewal prior to general public notice.

- Subscription to the BSO eNewsletter, including updates, special announcements and other BSO news and information.

MGET INSIDE THE CONDUCTOR’S CIRCLE.

Join the Conductors Circle today. Minimum donation of $1,000. For more information call 323-7928.

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SEASON TICKETS 11

P E R S O N A L A S S I S TA N C E

Your Season Ticket order is placed directly with symphony staff; no need to wait in general Box Office lines. Your tickets will be mailed to you approximately one month prior to the first concert of the season.

P R I O R I T Y S E AT I N G

Season Ticket buyers get the best available seats at a discount over single ticket prices.

F R E E P R E - C O N C E R T L E C T U R E S

Enjoy an insightful and entertaining introduction to the music, composers and guest artists. Lectures are held one hour prior to each concert.

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Call: Charge by phone at 661-323-7928

Mail: Fill in the enclosed order form and send with your check or credit card information to:

Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra Season Ticket Sales 1328 34th Street, Suite A Bakersfield, CA 93301

Fax: Fax your completed order form to 661-323-7331 (Credit Card orders only.)

N E W ! P I C K 3

We understand not everyone can attend all six regular season concerts. With our new “Pick 3” program you can choose just the performances you want to see. Now that’s convenience! (Pick 3 available until October 1 only.)

WITH SEASON TICKETS YOU GET THE BEST SAVINGS AND MORE!

See the Season Ticket order form insert for pricing and seating chart.

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