New York Philharmonic 2011-2012 Groups Season Brochure

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2011-12 SEASON

THE MUSIC OF THE CITY.

THE SOUND OF HISTORY.

THE CLASSICS OF TOMORROW.

THIS IS NEW YORK’S PHILHARMONIC.

JOHN WILLIAMS TUESDAY, OCTOBER 25, 7:30pmAcademy Award-winning composer/conductor John Williams returns to the Philharmonic for a thrilling program of music from the movies, featuring classic scores such as Alex North’s for Spartacus and Bernard Herrmann’s for Hitchcock’s Vertigo, plus highlights from Williams’s own career, including music from Harry Potter, Star Wars, and more. A selection of film clips will accompany much of the program.

EVGENY KISSINWEDNESDAY, MAY 23, 7:30pmThe superstar pianist joins the Philharmonic for a special Pension Fund benefit concert conducted by Alan Gilbert. The program will feature Mr. Kissin performing the Grieg Piano Concerto and another concerto to be announced.

HOLIDAY BRASS SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11, 3:00pmThe Philharmonic’s Principal Brass Quintet presents our annual holiday classic filled with wit, virtuosity, and the glorious music of the season.

The New York Philharmonic gratefully acknowledges support for its activities from the Gurnee and Marjorie Hart Endowment Fund.

NEW YEAR’S EVE: Gershwin & Bernstein SATURDAY, DECEMBER 31, 8:00pmRhapsody in Blue, West Side Story, Candide, Gershwin’s Concerto in F… New York’s most sophisticated New Year’s Eve stars pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet and the New York Philharmonic with Alan Gilbert conducting.

Broadcast live nationally on PBS’s Live From Lincoln Center

“One of the greatest pianists in the world.” – Seattle Times

THIS IS THE NEW YORKPHIL HAR MONICAlan Gilbert Music DirectorThe Yoko Nagae Ceschina Chair

NEW YORK PHILHARMONIC

2011-12 SEASON

SPECIAL EVENTS

Alan Gilbert

Evgeny Kissin

Jean-YvesThibaudet

John Williams

Deborah Voigt

See Pages 20–21 for Seating Chart and Pricing

OPENING NIGHT GALA: Deborah Voigt WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 7:30pm The preeminent dramatic soprano of our time joins Alan Gilbert and the New York Philharmonic for an Opening Night of fireworks for voice and virtuoso orchestra, featuring Richard Strauss’s searing Dance of the Seven Veils and the Final Scene from Salome.

“Ms. Voigt is astonishing…. Simply glorious.” – The New York Times

The Opening Night Gala is presented by Breguet.Broadcast live nationally on PBS’s Live From Lincoln Center

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Enjoy Exceptional Group BenefitsWhether you are planning your organization’s activities or a pleasure-filled evening with friends or colleagues, your group will share an unforgettable experience.

Personal AttentionYou’ll have your own consultant to help plan your complete Philharmonic experience, whether you need restaurant recommendations, parking information, educational components, or assistance with a special event. We’ll supply materials about the program and guest artists before your concert date to enhance your group’s musical experience.

Get Substantial SavingsSave up to 20% off box office prices for groups of 20 or more people. No additional service charge on group tickets.

Priority SeatingWe offer outstanding customer care. Your consultant will reserve the best available seats for your group. Contact Group Sales now to book your reservation.

Create Your Own Unique ExperienceYou can celebrate in style, socialize in a more intimate setting, or simply enjoy a glass of wine before the concert. Whatever your needs, we’ll help you plan your evening with an array of options to enhance your concert experience.

Dazzle up to 200 guests with an elegant pre- or post-concert dinner.* Under the soaring ceilings of the Grand Promenade which boast spectacular views from Lincoln Center, you may host a splendid black-tie dinner or a casual buffet.

Indulge as many as 100 guests with a sumptuous supper in the softly lit, more intimate setting of the Helen Huntington Hull Room.*

Host your own special wine and cheese reception before or after your Philharmonic concert.

Or simply enjoy the music at excellent group rates. Your group will delight in the glorious sounds of the Philharmonic at significant group savings.

To plan your Philharmonic evening or obtain any information including pricing for your group’s special event, please contact a Group Sales Consultant for personalized attention.

*Additional costs and capacity limitations apply

Education For student musicians, the chance to hone their skills in workshops with musicians of the New York Philharmonic can be a life-changing experience. Tailor your visit by adding on educational components based on your group’s needs and interests.

FOR ALL STUDENTSPre-Concert Talks and Post-Concert Q&AIn Pre-Concert Talks, your group will go on an in-depth exploration of the compositions they’ve come to hear, and receive listening hints and insights into the music to help enhance their understanding and enjoyment of the concert.

During the Post-Concert Q&A, students have the opportunity to engage in a dialogue with a Philharmonic musician. These sessions last approximately 30–45 minutes.

ExPRESSLY FOR STUDENT MUSICIANSYoung musicians can sharpen their skills and develop their musical understanding by working with the renowned musicians of the New York Philharmonic.

Master ClassesYour top students perform individually for a Philharmonic musician, who offers supportive critique of their technique, sound, and musicianship, while the rest of the group listens and learns. Master classes typically last two hours, with each player receiving 20 to 30 minutes of instruction.

SectionalsMusicians of the Philharmonic rehearse sections of your band or orchestra separately to help develop students’ skills in ensemble playing, intonation, musicianship, and teamwork. Sectionals are typically two hours long.

ClinicsA staff conductor of the New York Philharmonic leads a rehearsal of your ensemble. The clinician will work on specific areas of technique and interpretation determined in consultation with the ensemble’s director. Tips on conducting technique and working with young ensembles are also available to ensemble directors. Clinics usually last 90 minutes.

Watch musicians of the New York Philharmonic working with student musicians at nyphil.org/clinic.

To obtain more details on any of our educational components, please contact Group Sales.

Please note: Our ability to fill your request is subject to the Orchestra’s schedule. Group capacity limitations apply.


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EVENING CONCERTSNovember–December 2011

EVENING CONCERTSSeptember–October 2011

Thursday, September 22 | 7:30pmSaturday, September 24 | 8:00pmTuesday, September 27 | 7:30pmSCALE B

Friday, September 30 | 8:00pmSaturday, October 1 | 8:00pmTuesday, October 4 | 7:30pmSCALE A

Wednesday, October 5 | 7:30pmThursday, October 6 | 7:30pmSCALE A

Thursday, October 13 | 7:30pmSaturday, October 15 | 8:00pmTuesday, October 18 | 7:30pmSCALE A

Thursday, October 20 | 7:30pmSaturday, October 22 | 8:00pmSCALE A

Thursday, November 17 | 7:30pmFriday, November 18 | 8:00pmSaturday, November 19 | 8:00pmSCALE A

Bernard Haitink conductor

HAYDN Symphony No. 96, Miracle BRUCKNER Symphony No. 7

Tuesday, November 22 | 7:30pmSCALE B Friday, November 25 | 8:00pmSCALE CSaturday, November 26 | 8:00pmSCALE CTuesday, November 29 | 7:30pmSCALE B

Jeffrey Kahane conductor/piano Sheryl Staples violin Liang Wang oboe

J.S. BACH Concerto for Violin and Oboe MOZART Symphony No. 33 BEETHOVEN Piano Concerto No. 1

Thursday, December 1 | 7:30pmSaturday, December 3 | 8:00pmSCALE A

Daniel Harding conductor

MAHLER Symphony No. 10 (completed by Deryck Cooke)

Wednesday, December 7 | 7:30pmThursday, December 8 | 7:30pmFriday, December 9 | 8:00pmSaturday, December 10 | 8:00pmSCALE C

Daniel Harding conductor Joshua Bell violin

SCHUMANN Manfred Overture TCHAIKOVSKY Violin Concerto STRAVINSKY The Rite of Spring

Thursday, November 10 | 7:30pmFriday, November 11 | 8:00pmSaturday, November 12 | 8:00pmTuesday, November 15 | 7:30pmSCALE B

Bernard Haitink conductor Cynthia Phelps viola Carter Brey cello

R. STRAUSS Don Quixote BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 6, Pastoral

Tuesday, December 13 | 7:30pmWednesday, December 14 | 7:30pmThursday, December 15 | 7:30pmSCALE ASaturday, December 17 | 7:30pmSCALE C

Peter Schreier conductor Ute Selbig soprano Nathalie Stutzmann contralto Steve Davislim tenor Peter Rose bass Westminster Symphonic Choir Joe Miller director

HANDEL Messiah

Alan Gilbert conductor Anne Sofie von Otter mezzo-soprano

HAYDN Symphony No. 88 SCHUBERT Selected Songs for Mezzo-soprano and Orchestra RAVEL Mother Goose (complete ballet) RAVEL La Valse

Wednesday, December 28 | 7:30pmThursday, December 29 | 7:30pmFriday, December 30 | 8:00pmSCALE A

Alan Gilbert conductor Miah Persson soprano Lilli Paasikivi mezzo-soprano New York Choral Artists Joseph Flummerfelt director

MAHLER Symphony No. 2, Resurrection

Alan Gilbert conductor Stephanie Blythe mezzo-soprano

John CORIGLIANO One Sweet Morning, for mezzo soprano and orchestra ** DVOˇ RÁK Symphony No. 7

Alan Gilbert conductor/violin Frank Peter Zimmermann violin

J.S. BACH Concerto for Two Violins BERG Violin Concerto BRAHMS Symphony No. 3

Lorin Maazel conductor Nancy Allen harp Robert Langevin flute

MOZART Symphony No. 38, Prague MOZART Flute and Harp Concerto DEBUSSY Jeux DEBUSSY Ibéria

Lorin Maazel conductor Philip Myers horn

R. STRAUSS An Alpine Symphony R. STRAUSS Horn Concerto No. 1 R. STRAUSS Till Eulenspiegel’s Merry Pranks

Kurt Masur conductor Sergei Leiferkus baritone New York Choral Artists Joseph Flummerfelt director

SCHUBERT Symphony in B minor, Unfinished SHOSTAKOVICH Symphony No. 13, Babi Yar

Thursday, October 27 | 7:30pmFriday, October 28 | 8:00pmSaturday, October 29 | 8:00pmSCALE C

A concert by the New York Philharmonic is the way for your group to experience our city at its very best. Select a concert on our schedule that will make your night on the town a memorable one.

** World Premiere

Joshua Bell

Kurt Masur Anne Sofie von Otter

Daniel Harding

Bernard Haitink

Alan Gilbert

Jeffrey Kahane

Frank Peter Zimmermann

Lorin Maazel

Lilli Paasikivi

See Pages 20–21 for Seating Chart and Pricing To learn more, visit nyphil.org/groupsales

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† New York City Premiere–New York Philharmonic Co-Commission

Alan Gilbert conductor

Thomas ADÈS Polaris† MAHLER Symphony No. 9

Thursday, January 5 | 7:30pmSaturday, January 7 | 8:00pmTuesday, January 10 | 7:30pmSCALE A

EVENING CONCERTSMarch–April 2012

EVENING CONCERTSJanuary–February 2012

Christoph von Dohnányi

Thursday, March 8 | 7:30pmSaturday, March 10 | 8:00pmTuesday, March 13 | 7:30pmSCALE C

David Zinman conductor Alisa Weilerstein cello

BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 8 BARBER Cello Concerto BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 4


David Zinman conductor Gil Shaham violin

BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 1 HARTMANN Concerto funèbre for Solo Violin and String Orchestra BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 3, Eroica

Thursday, March 22 | 7:30pmSaturday, March 24 | 8:00pmSCALE A

Christoph von Dohnányi conductor

Hans Werner HENZE Excerpts from The Bassarids SCHUBERT Symphony No. 9, Great

Thursday, March 29 | 7:30pmFriday, March 30 | 8:00pmSaturday, March 31 | 8:00pmSCALE B

Christoph von Dohnányi conductor Frank Peter Zimmermann violin

SCHNITTKE (K)ein Sommernachtstraum DVOˇ RÁK Violin Concerto TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No. 6, Pathétique


David Zinman conductor Peter Serkin piano

BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 2 STRAVINSKY Capriccio for Piano and Orchestra BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 7

Thursday, April 12 | 7:30pmFriday, April 13 | 8:00pmSaturday, April 14 | 8:00pmTuesday, April 17 | 7:30pmSCALE B

Jaap van Zweden conductor Yuja Wang piano

PROKOFIEV Piano Concerto No. 3 MAHLER Symphony No. 1

Herbert Blomstedt conductor Garrick Ohlsson piano

MOZART Piano Concerto No. 9, Jeunehomme TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No. 5

Thursday, April 19 | 7:30pmFriday, April 20 | 8:00pmSaturday, April 21 | 8:00pmSCALE C

Alan Gilbert conductor Lisa Batiashvili violin

BERLIOZ Le Corsaire Overture Marc NEIKRUG Concerto for Orchestra* MOZART Violin Concerto No. 5, Turkish DEBUSSY La Mer

Thursday, April 26 | 7:30pmSaturday, April 28 | 8:00pmSCALE A

Thursday, January 12 | 7:30pmFriday, January 13 | 8:00pmSaturday, January 14 | 8:00pmSCALE A

Zubin Mehta conductor

BRUCKNER Symphony No. 8

Wednesday, January 18 | 7:30pmThursday, January 19 | 7:30pmFriday, January 20 | 8:00pmSaturday, January 21 | 8:00pmSCALE C

Alan Gilbert conductor Lang Lang piano

Magnus LINDBERG Feria BARTÓK Piano Concerto No. 2 PROKOFIEV Symphony No. 5

Thursday, January 26 | 7:30pmFriday, January 27 | 8:00pmSaturday, January 28 | 8:00pmSCALE B

Alan Gilbert conductor Frank Peter Zimmermann violin

BEETHOVEN Violin Concerto STRAVINSKY Symphony in Three Movements RAVEL Daphnis and Chloé, Suite No. 2

Thursday, February 23 | 7:30pmSaturday, February 25 | 8:00pmTuesday, February 28 | 7:30pmSCALE A

Alan Gilbert conductor Joyce DiDonato mezzo-soprano

Steven STUCKY Son et lumière BERLIOZ Les Nuits d’été MUSORGSKY/Ravel Pictures at an Exhibition

Yuja Wang

Gil Shaham

Peter SerkinAlan Gilbert

Lang Lang Alisa Weilerstein

Joyce DiDonato

* World Premiere–New York Philharmonic Co-Commission† New York City Premiere–New York Philharmonic Co-Commission

AVERY FISHER HALL IS THE HOME OF THE NEW YORK PHILHARMONIC.

To learn more, visit nyphil.org/groupsales

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“Mr. Gilbert drew a revelatory performance from the Philharmonic.” – The New York Times

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* World Premiere–New York Philharmonic Co-Commission

Alan Gilbert conductor Yefim Bronfman piano

DVOˇ RÁK Carnival Overture Magnus LINDBERG Piano Concerto No. 2* TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No. 4

Thursday, May 3 | 7:30pmSaturday, May 5 | 8:00pmSCALE B

FRIDAY 11AM MATINEEEVENING CONCERTSMay–June 2012

Emanuel Ax

Friday, October 21 | 11:00amSCALE A

Lorin Maazel conductor Philip Myers horn

R. STRAUSS An Alpine Symphony R. STRAUSS Horn Concerto No. 1 R. STRAUSS Till Eulenspiegel’s Merry Pranks

Friday, December 2 | 11:00amSCALE A

Daniel Harding conductor

MAHLER Symphony No. 10 (completed by Deryck Cooke)

THE MODERN BEETHOVEN: A PHILHARMONIC FESTIVALFriday, March 16 | 11:00amSCALE C

David Zinman conductor Gil Shaham violin

BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 1 HARTMANN Concerto funèbre for Solo Violin and String Orchestra BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 3, Eroica

Friday, May 4 | 11:00amSCALE B

Alan Gilbert conductor Yefim Bronfman piano

DVOˇ RÁK Carnival Overture Magnus LINDBERG Piano Concerto No. 2* TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No. 4

Friday, October 7 | 11:00amSCALE A

Alan Gilbert conductor/violin Frank Peter Zimmermann violin

J.S. BACH Concerto for Two Violins BERG Violin Concerto BRAHMS Symphony No. 3

Friday, June 8 | 11:00amSCALE C

Pinchas Zukerman conductor/violin

J.S. BACH Violin Concerto in A minor, BWV 1041 MOZART Violin Concerto No. 3 STRAVINSKY Concerto in D MOZART Symphony No. 39

Saturday, May 19 | 8:00pmTuesday, May 22 | 7:30pmSaturday, May 26 | 8:00pmSCALE A

Alan Gilbert conductor Glenn Dicterow violin

DVOˇ RÁK Carnival Overture BARTÓK Violin Concerto No. 1 TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No. 4

Thursday, May 31 | 7:30pmFriday, June 1 | 8:00pmSaturday, June 2 | 8:00pmSCALE C

Rafael Frühbeck de Burgos conductor Erin Morley soprano Nicholas Phan tenor Orfeon Pamplona chorus

FALLA Excerpts from Atlántida ORFF Carmina burana

Wednesday, June 20 | 7:30pmThursday, June 21 | 7:30pmFriday, June 22 | 8:00pmSaturday, June 23 | 8:00pmSCALE C

Alan Gilbert conductor Emanuel Ax piano Jennifer Zetlan soprano Jennifer Johnson mezzo-soprano Paul Appleby tenor Joshua Hopkins baritoneNew York Choral Artists Joseph Flummerfelt director

MOZART Piano Concerto No. 22 MOZART Mass in C minor, Great

Wednesday, June 6 | 7:30pmThursday, June 7 | 7:30pmSaturday, June 9 | 8:00pmSCALE C

Pinchas Zukerman conductor/violin

J.S. BACH Violin Concerto in A minor, BWV 1041 MOZART Violin Concerto No. 3 STRAVINSKY Concerto in D MOZART Symphony No. 39

Thursday, June 14 | 7:30pmSaturday, June 16 | 8:00pmSCALE A

Alan Gilbert conductor Leonidas Kavakos violin

BEETHOVEN Coriolan Overture NIELSEN Symphony No. 1 KORNGOLD Violin Concerto BEETHOVEN Leonore Overture No. 3

Yefim Bronfman

Jennifer Zetlan

Pinchas Zukerman

David Zinman


Alan Gilbert

Magnus Lindberg

Erin Morley

Whether your group is made up of new concertgoers or seasoned listeners, attend one of our Friday matinees to discover the glorious sounds of the Philharmonic, along with guest soloists from around the world, as they explore familiar masterpieces and introduce new classics.

* World Premiere–New York Philharmonic Co-CommissionSee Pages 20–21 for Seating Chart and Pricing

To learn more, visit nyphil.org/groupsales

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Our popular Saturday Matinees are more than just concerts, they’re triple features. This season, each concert begins with a chamber music gem by Franz Schubert performed by Philharmonic musicians (and, on June 16, Alan Gilbert on violin), followed by a performance starring the full New York Philharmonic. An entertaining and engaging panel discussion with Philharmonic musicians completes the afternoon.

* World Premiere–New York Philharmonic Co-Commission

SATURDAY 2PM MATINEEFRIDAY 2PM MATINEE

Saturday, November 26 | 2:00pmSCALE C

Jeffrey Kahane conductor/piano Glenn Dicterow, Sheryl Staples violins Carter Brey cello Liang Wang oboe

SCHUBERT Piano Trio in B-flat major J.S. BACH Concerto for Violin and Oboe MOZART Symphony No. 33

Saturday, May 19 | 2:00pmSCALE A

Alan Gilbert conductor Glenn Dicterow violin Sheryl Staples, Michelle Kim violins Rebecca Young viola Judith LeClair bassoon Philip Myers horn Eileen Moon cello Satoshi Okamoto bass

SCHUBERT Octet BARTÓK Violin Concerto No. 1 DVOˇ RÁK Carnival Overture

Saturday, June 16 | 2:00pmSCALE A

Alan Gilbert conductor/violin Leonidas Kavakos violin Cynthia Phelps viola Carter Brey cello Maria Kitsopoulos cello

SCHUBERT String Quintet in C major NIELSEN Symphony No. 1 BEETHOVEN Leonore Overture No. 3

Saturday, October 1 | 2:00pmSCALE A

Alan Gilbert conductor Michelle Kim violin Cynthia Phelps viola Carter Brey cello Satoshi Okamoto bass Anne-Marie McDermott piano

SCHUBERT Quintet in A major, Trout DVOˇ RÁK Symphony No. 7

Leonidas Kavakos

Philip Myers

Glenn Dicterow

Alan Gilbert

Lorin Maazel conductor Nancy Allen harp Robert Langevin flute

MOZART Symphony No. 38, Prague MOZART Flute and Harp Concerto DEBUSSY Jeux DEBUSSY Ibéria

Friday, October 14 | 2:00pmSCALE A

Alan Gilbert

Friday, December 16 | 2:00pmSCALE A

Peter Schreier conductor Ute Selbig soprano Nathalie Stutzmann contralto Steve Davislim tenor Peter Rose bass Westminster Symphonic Choir Joe Miller director

HANDEL Messiah

THE MODERN BEETHOVEN: A PHILHARMONIC FESTIVALFriday, March 2 | 2:00pmSCALE C

David Zinman conductor Peter Serkin piano

BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 2 STRAVINSKY Capriccio for Piano and Orchestra BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 7

Friday, June 15 | 2:00pmSCALE A

Alan Gilbert conductor Leonidas Kavakos violin

BEETHOVEN Coriolan Overture NIELSEN Symphony No. 1 KORNGOLD Violin Concerto BEETHOVEN Leonore Overture No. 3

Friday, March 23 | 2:00pmSCALE A

Christoph von Dohnányi conductor

Hans Werner HENZE Excerpts from The Bassarids SCHUBERT Symphony No. 9, Great

Friday, April 27 | 2:00pmSCALE A

Alan Gilbert conductor Lisa Batiashvili violin

BERLIOZ Le Corsaire Overture Marc NEIKRUG Concerto for Orchestra* MOZART Violin Concerto No. 5, Turkish DEBUSSY La Mer

Lorin Maazel

Peter Schreier

Christoph von Dohnányi

Lisa Batiashvili

Cynthia Phelps

See Pages 20–21 for Seating Chart and Pricing To learn more, visit nyphil.org/groupsales

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FRANK PETER ZIMMERMANN The Mary and James G. Wallach Artist-in-Residence In addition to numerous concerto performances with the Philharmonic, our Artist-in-Residence will perform the complete sonatas for violin and keyboard by J.S. Bach, as well as an all-Brahms chamber recital, joined by Philharmonic musicians.

Tuesday, October 11, 7:30pm

Frank Peter Zimmermann violin Enrico Pace piano

BACH Complete Sonatas for Violin and Keyboard, BWV 1014-1019

Sunday, January 22, 3:00pm

Frank Peter Zimmermann violin Enrico Pace piano Musicians from the New York Philharmonic

BRAHMS Scherzo for Violin and Piano BRAHMS Trio for Violin, Horn and Piano, in E-flat Major, Op. 40 BRAHMS String Sextet No. 1

Artist-in-Residence Chamber Concert and Recital


“Brilliant, keenly intelligent …a nobly expressive and lucid performance.” – The New York Times

* World Premiere–New York Philharmonic Commission** World Premiere–New York Philharmonic Co-Commission*** U.S. Premiere

CONTACT!

Peter Norton Symphony Space Saturday, December 17, 8:00pm

Alan Gilbert conductor HK Gruber chansonnier

Magnus LINDBERG Gran Duo Alexandre LUNSQUI Fibres, Yarn and Fabric* HK GRUBER Frankenstein!!

Peter Norton Symphony Space Saturday, June 9, 8:00pm

David Robertson conductor

Yann ROBIN Backdraft ** Michael JARRELL New work*** Pierre BOULEZ …explosante-fixe…

CONTACT! connects you with some of the most interesting, innovative, and engaging music of our time, performed by ensembles of Philharmonic musicians in more intimate and less formal settings. In addition to the music itself, each CONTACT! performance includes insightful commentary from the composers and performers. “A dynamic addition to the Philharmonic’s offerings beyond Avery Fisher Hall,” writes The New York Times; “listeners of all ages filled the hall.”

CONTACT! The New Music Series

Alan Gilbert

CONTACT! is made possible with generous support from The Mary Flagler Charitable Trust.

FOUR GREATSThis season we focus on four of the biggest names in orchestral music, placing them in the context of the music of their own time and tracing their impact on future generations. Find out why Bach, Beethoven, and Brahms are the lasting pillars of the repertory, and why Bernstein’s legacy as a composer continues to grow.

Saturday, October 15, 2:00pm

BACHJ.S. Bach summed up everything accomplished in the Baroque period of music, but his music went out of fashion for a century after his death. Fathom some of the richest music ever composed, and trace Bach’s resurgence and his impact through generations of succeeding composers.

Saturday, November 12, 2:00pm

BERNSTEINLeonard Bernstein may have been the Music Director of the New York Philharmonic, but as a composer he sought to unify popular and classical music. Find out where that mission led him and his successors.

Saturday, March 17, 2:00pm

BEETHOVENNo composer is more central to the symphonic repertory than Beethoven, but his music was difficult for his own generation to accept. Discover what set him apart and why his example has dominated musical thought for 200 years.

David Zinman conductor

Saturday, April 14, 2:00pm

BRAHMSAs a young man Johannes Brahms accepted a challenge to buck the tide of musical change. How was the world changing and what enabled Brahms to redirect musical history?

Young People’s Concerts are hosted by Theodore Wiprud, Director of Education.

Each Young People’s Concert is preceded at 12:45pm by KidZone Live! – an interactive music fair where kids can try out instruments, play musical games, and preview the theme of the day’s concert. Bring your group to join the fun!

Major support provided by the William Randolph Hearst Foundation, with additional support from The Theodore H. Barth Foundation. MetLife Foundation is the Lead Corporate Underwriter for the New York Philharmonic’s Education Programs.

Young People’s Concerts® RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN 6 TO 12 YEARS OF AGE

Rush Hour THREE HOUR-LONG CONCERTS AT 6:45pm

When work or the school day ends, come experience a different kind of rush. Head over to the Philharmonic for an evening of music that’s guaranteed to revitalize you. Rush Hour concerts begin at 6:45pm, are affordably priced, and last about an hour.

Wednesday, January 4 Alan Gilbert conductor

BERNSTEIN Symphonic Dances from West Side Story RAVEL Mother Goose (complete ballet) RAVEL La Valse

Wednesday, March 28 Christoph von Dohnányi conductor

SCHNITTKE (K)ein Sommernachtstraum TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No. 6, Pathétique

Wednesday, April 25 Alan Gilbert conductor Lisa Batiashvili violin

BERLIOZ Le Corsaire Overture MOZART Violin Concerto No. 5, Turkish DEBUSSY La Mer

Lisa Batiashvili

“Mr. Gilbert drew a revelatory performance from the Philharmonic.” – The New York Times

To learn more, visit nyphil.org/groupsalesSee Pages 20–21 for Seating Chart and Pricing

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Additional corporate support for the Philharmonic’s education programs is provided by Deutsche Bank and JP Morgan Chase & Co.

WE APPLAUD OUR SPONSORSThe New York Philharmonic works with its corporate partners to enhance brand awareness and visibility, while providing unique opportunities for client entertainment. Sponsorships are supported by our extensive marketing platform, highly desirable audience and patron demographics, and one-of-a-kind Philharmonic events. We would be pleased to customize a plan to fulfill your business objectives.

The New York Philharmonic salutes its Global Sponsor:

ADDITIONAL SPONSORSThe New York Philharmonic is proud to acknowledge the following companies that also play a leadership role through sponsorship of performances, events, and education activities:

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Avery Fisher HallPhoto Credits: Page 2: Alan Gilbert and Orchestra by Frank Walsh, Page 3-4, Orchestra Frank Walsh, Philip Myers by Chris Lee, Audience by Frank Walsh, Markus Rhoten by Michael DiVito, Bass by Michael DiVito, Glenn Dicterow by Chris Lee, Audience outside by Frank Walsh, Violin Scroll by Chris Lee, Alan Gilbert and Orchestra by Frank Walsh, Cynthia Phelps by Chris Lee, Alan Gilbert by Karen Ballard, Avery Fisher Hall by Frank Walsh, Cellos by Chris Lee, Hae-Young Ham by Chris Lee, Philip Smith by Michael DiVito, Strings by Frank Walsh, Carter Brey by Michael DiVito, Orchestra by Karen Ballard, Musicians by Chris Lee, Alan Gilbert by Karen Ballard, Robert Langevin & Liang Wang by Chris Lee, Drum Sticks by Michael DiVito, Orchestra by Chris Lee; Page 5: Deborah Voigt by CAMI, John Williams courtesy of NY Philharmonic, Jean-Yves Thibaudet by Decca/Kasskara, Alan Gilbert by Chris Lee, Evgeny Kissin by Sheila Rock; Page 6: Patrons Dining by Chris Lee; Page 7: Concert Goers by Michael DiVito, Screen capture courtesy of NY Philharmonic; Page 8: Alan Gilbert by Karen Ballard, Lilli Paasikivi by Rami Lappalainen, Frank Peter Zimmermann by Franz Hamm, Lorin Maazel by Andrew Garn, Kurt Masur by Frans Jansen; Page 9: Bernard Haitink by Clive Barda, Jeffrey Kahane by Michael Amsler Photography, Daniel Harding courtesy of NY Philharmonic, Joshua Bell by Bill Phelps, Anne Sofie von Otter by Mats Bäcker; Page 10: Alan Gilbert by Chris Lee, Lang Lang by SONY Classical, Joyce DiDonato by Sheila Rock, Avery Fisher Hall by Frank Walsh; Page 11: Peter Serkin by Kathy Chapman, Alisa Weilerstein by Christian Steiner, Gil Shaham by Christian Steiner, Christoph von Dohnányi by Terry O’Neill, Yuja Wang by Felix Broede; Page 12-13: Alan Gilbert and Orchestra by Frank Walsh; Page 14: Magnus Lindberg by Hanya Chlala, Erin Morley by Dario Acosta, Jennifer Zetlan by J&J Photography, Emanuel Ax by J. Henry Fair, Audience courtesy of NY Philharmonic; Page 15: Frank Peter Zimmermann by Franz Hamm, Alan Gilbert by Chris Lee, David Zinman by Priska Ketterer Luzern, Yefim Bronfman by Dario Acosta, Pinchas Zukerman by Paul Labelle; Page 16: Lorin Maazel by Andrew Garn, Peter Schreier courtesy of NY Philharmonic, Christoph von Dohnányi by Decca, Lisa Batiashvili by Mat Hennek, Alan Gilbert by Karen Ballard; Page 17: Alan Gilbert by Chris Lee, Glenn Dicterow by Chris Lee, Philip Myers by Chris Lee, Leonidas Kavakos by Yannis Bournias, Cynthia Phelps by Chris Lee; Page 18: Alan Gilbert by Chris Lee, Lisa Batiashvili by Mat Hennek; Page 19: Young People’s Concerts by Michael DiVito, Frank Peter Zimmermann by Franz Hamm.

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Group Prices Ordering Couldn’t Be Easier!Call: 212 875 5672 Fax: 212 875 5675 Email: [email protected]

Ticket Prices† Weeknight Evenings Saturday Evenings

Scale Concerts (A, B, C) A B C A B C

Regular or Group Regular Group Regular Group Regular Group Regular Group Regular Group Regular Group

Orch 1, 1st Tier Center, 1st Tier Box Front

Orch 2, 1st Tier Box Rear, 2nd Tier Center

Orch 3, 2nd Tier Box Front*Orch 4 Front, Orch 4 Rear

2nd Tier Boxes Rear*, 3rd Tier Center

3rd Tier Boxes*

$115

$83

$73

$63

$52

$33

$88.50

$64.50

$57.50

$49.50

$41.50

$27.50

$121

$95

$83

$73

$63

$41

$93.50

$73.50

$64.50

$57.50

$49.50

$33.50

$127

$101

$91

$79

$69

$45

$97.50

$78.50

$70.50

$61.50

$54.50

$36.50

$118

$91

$79

$69

$59

$38

$91.50

$70.50

$61.50

$54.50

$46.50

$31.50

$127

$101

$91

$79

$67

$44

$97.50

$78.50

$70.50

$61.50

$52.50

$35.50

$132

$105

$95

$83

$73

$52

$101.50

$81.50

$73.50

$64.50

$57.50

$41.50

Ticket Prices† Friday Matinees Saturday Matinees

Scale Concerts (A, B, C) A B C A C

Regular or Group Regular Group Regular Group Regular Group Regular Group Regular Group





3rd Tier Boxes*

$91$76$64$57$52$31

$70.50$59.50$50.50$45.50$41.50$25.50

$96$83$69$58$58$36

$74.50$64.50$54.50$46.50$46.50$29.50

$103$87$74$63$63$41

$79.50$67.50$58.50$49.50$49.50$33.50

$74$61$50$41$41$30

$58.50$48.50$40.50$33.50$33.50$25.50

$77$64$55$45$45$35

$60.50$50.50$43.50$36.50$36.50$28.50

Ticket Prices† Special Events

John Williams Evgeny Kissin

Regular or Group Regular Group Regular Group

VIP Premium Orch, VIP 1st Tier Center, Front Boxes

Premium 1st Tier Rear Boxes, Premium Orch

Orch, 2nd Tier Center and Front Boxes

2nd Tier Mid Boxes*Rear Orch, 2nd Tier Rear Boxes*

3rd Tier Center and Boxes*

$295

$225

$185

$145

$115

$75

$297.50

$227.50

$187.50

$147.50

$117.50

$77.50

$155

$125

$105

$75

$65

$45

$118.50

$96.50

$81.50

$58.50

$51.50

$36.50

Ticket Prices† Holiday Brass

Regular or Group Regular Group

Prime Orch, 1st Tier Center, 1st Tier Front Box

Orch, 2nd Tier Center and Boxes

1st Tier Rear Box, 3rd Tier Center and Boxes*

$82

$72

$52

$64.50

$56.50

$41.50

* Partial View: A portion of the stage is not visible. Gala seating only

Ticket Prices† Rush Hour Opening Night New Year’s Eve Young People’s Concerts

Scale Concerts (A, B, C) A

Regular or Group Regular Group Regular Group Regular Group Regular Group





3rd Tier Boxes*

$79$64$53$41$41$30

$61.50$50.50$42.50$33.50$33.50$25.50

$225 $165 $115 $95 $75 $65

$227.50 $167.50 $117.50 $97.50 $77.50 $67.50

$245 $195 $165 $115 $95 $65

$247.50 $197.50 $167.50 $117.50 $97.50 $67.50

$34 $28 $25 $21 $21 $12

$35.50 $29.50 $22.50 $22.50 $22.50 $13.50

** Includes $1.00 per ticket facility fee for Symphony Space.

Ticket Prices† CONTACT

Regular Group

$20 $16ZIMMERMANN

$35 $28.50

**

†All group ticket prices include $2.50 per ticket facility fee. 21

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