Paul Freeman, Music Director

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2010-2011

Dr. Paul Freeman envisioned a

world class orchestra that would

thrive through a dedication to

diversity, inclusion, and musical

innovation. Twenty-four years

later, this revolutionary notion

lives on as the Chicago

Sinfonietta prepares to bid

farewell to its Founding Music

Director.

In 1987,

The 2010-2011 Season will be a celebration and tribute to MaestroPaul Freeman as he leads from the podi-um in his final year as Music Director.

The season will feature familiar favoriteschampioned by him. At the same time, hiscommitment to young composers andmusicians continues as we showcase boldnew works and the next generation of outstanding musicians.

We invite you to join us as we celebrate a life dedicated in equal partsto musical excellence and the rich diversity of human achievement.We’ll honor the past, ground ourselves in the present, and set our gazeon the future.

It’s surprisingly affordable. Discounts begin with the purchase of twoconcerts and increase as you choose more.

Be a part of the legacy, and the future, of the Chicago Sinfonietta.

CONCERT 1

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BETTIANNGARDNER

Maestro Freeman and guest conductor Harvey Felder honor the men andwomen who build the world in this salute to labor with selections from a diversearray of composers spanning three centuries. Special guests JASC Taiko add anexotic percussive flair in an original orchestral arrangement written by Sinfoniettaprincipal violist Reneé Baker.

Fanfare for the Common Man – Aaron Copland Slovanic Dances Opus 42, No. 4 – Antonin Dvorák Fire & Blood – Michael Daughterty

Tai Murray, violinSundown's Promise (for Taiko and Orchestra) – Reneé Baker

JASC Taiko Drummers, Tatsu Aoki, director On the Waterfront: Symphonic Suite – Lenonard Bernstein

SUN | OCT 3, 2010 | 2:30 PMDominican University

MON | OCT 4, 2010 | 7:30 PMSymphony Center

Sponsors:

Harvey Felder

Tai Murray

Day Day

The Chicago Sinfonietta returns to the Harris Theater for Music and Dance witha concert celebrating Día de los Muertos, the Latin American holiday honoringthe departed. Guest conductor Hector Guzman leads the orchestra in a dynamic pageant of sight and sound that contrasts somber European traditions with the more celebratory nature of Latino cultures.

Night on Bald Mountain – Modest MussorgskyPavane for a Dead Princess – Maurice Ravel Nights in the Garden of Spain – Manuel de Falla

Joaquín Achúcarro, pianoPopul-Vuh – Eugenio Toussaint Danzon No. 2 – Arturo MárquezOblivion – Astor Piazzolla Huapango – José Pablo Moncayo

SAT | OCT 30, 2010 | 7:30 PMHarris Theater for Music and Dance

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CONCERT 2

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Joaquín Achúcarro

Leslie B. Dunner returns to join Maestro Freeman in our Tribute to Dr. MartinLuther King, Jr. The uplifting celebration will feature McArthur FoundationGenius Grant recipient and ragtime master Reginald Robinson. Three outstand-ing voices will add drama to Gershwin’s “folk opera” Porgy and Bess. Then, for thelast time ever, Maestro Freeman will lead the audience in We Shall Overcome.

Overture to a Theater Set – Ulysses Kay Lyric for Strings – George Walker Concerto for a Genius – Reginald Robinson arr., Orbert Davis

Reginald Robinson, pianoPorgy & Bess – George Gershwin

Lisa Daltrius, soprano; Reggie Whitehead, tenor; Donnie RayAlbert, baritone; Chicago Community Choir

We Shall Overcome – Traditional

SAT | JAN 15, 2011 | 8:00 PMWentz Concert Hall, Naperville*

SUN | JAN 16, 2011 | 2:30 PMDominican University

MON | JAN 17, 2011 | 7:30 PMSymphony Center

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CONCERT 3

UnfoldsA dream

Leslie Dunner

Reginald Robinson

*Presented by NorthCentral College,not offered as a subscription concert.Call 630-637-7469 or

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sSinfonietta violinist Terrance Grey, who is also conductor of the Chicago YouthSymphony Orchestras, joins Maestro Freeman to lead a program that takes apeek at the exciting future of classical music. Joining us will be some of thefinest young musicians who call Chicago home, including the daughter oflong-time orchestra members Matt and Emily Mantell.

La Gazza Ladre – Gioacchino RossiniViolin Concerto (Afro Cuban) – José Silvestre White

Clayton Penrose-Whitmore, violinElegy for Cello and Orchestra – Gabriel Fauré

Sonia Mantell, celloTango for Cello and Orchestra – José Bragato

Sonia Mantell, celloPiano Concerto in A minor – Edvard Grieg

Jeremy Jordan, piano

MON | MAR 28, 2011 | 7:30 PMSymphony Center

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CONCERT 4

Generation

Next

Jeremy Jordan

Clayton Penrose-Whitmore

Maestro Paul Freeman takes the podium in his final concert as MusicDirector. Guest conductor Mei-Ann Chen joins him to lead the orchestra in a tribute to women in classical music. We’ll salute composers and performersin an adventurous program that features a Sphinx Award winning violinist and an ensemble comprised of some of Chicago’s most exciting and original jazz musicians.

Estancia Dances – Alberto GinesteraBlue Cathedral – Jennifer HigdonAn American Concerto– Gweneth Walker

Elena Urioste, violinSymphony No. 1 Ellen Taaffe ZwilichDivertimento Notte blu (for String Orchestra and friends) – Reneé Baker

Nicole Mitchell, flute; David Boykin, tenor sax; Bruce Nelson, vibes; Mwata Bowden, baritone sax; Karl EHSeigfried, bass

Scherzo capriccioso, Op. 66 – Antonin Dvorák

SUN | MAY 22, 2010 | 2:30 PMDominican University

MON | MAY 23, 2010 | 7:30 PMSymphony Center

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CONCERT 5

Women inClassical MusicClassical Music

Mei-Ann Chen

Elena Urioste

SEASONFOR THE COMMON MANSUN OCT. 3, 2010 2:30 PM DU

MON OCT. 4, 2010 7:30 PM SC

DAY OF THE DEADSAT OCT. 30, 2010 7:30 PM HT

A DREAM UNFOLDSSUN JAN. 16, 2011 2:30 PM DU

MON JAN. 17, 2011 7:30 PM SC

GENERATION NEXTMON MAR. 28, 2011 7:30 PM SC

WOMEN IN CLASSICAL MUSICSUN MAY 22, 2011 2:30 PM DU

MON MAY 23, 2011 7:30 PM SC

CHAMBER SERIES ATBROOKFIELD ZOOSUN NOV. 21, 2010 3:00 PM BZ

SUN FEB. 20, 2011 3:00 PM BZ

SUN APR. 3, 2011 3:00 PM BZ

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Three-concert Series just $50 / $35 children age 3-11Single tickets $20 / $15 children age 3-11

NOVEMBER 21, 2010

FEBRUARY 20, 2011

APRIL 3, 2011All concerts begin at 3:00 pm

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• PROGRESSIVE DISCOUNTS ON TICKETPACKAGES – While adding a second concert saves you 5%, the subscriptionvalue and benefits begin at 15% for threeconcerts, 20% on four, and 25% on five.

• TICKET EXCHANGE PRIVILEGES – It’sgood to have a plan, but we know thatplans can change. That’s why, with onephone call, members can exchange theirtickets for a different venue or even a different concert.

• TICKET REPLACEMENT – Lost your tickets? No problem. We will gladlyreprint them for you.

• BRING A FRIEND FOR FREE – Share thejoy of music! Members can bring a friendabsolutely free to one concert during the season.

• DISCOUNT ON ADDITIONAL SINGLETICKET PURCHASES – Have a lot offriends? You can buy extra tickets to anyconcert and save on every one.

• TICKET DONATION – Unable to attend aconcert, and can’t find a substitute date?Members can donate their tickets back tous as a tax-deductible contribution.

• PRIORITY SEATING – Subscribers receivethe best seats available and are guaran-teed them in future seasons. Renewingmembers also have priority access to seatupgrades before the general public.

• PRE-CONCERT DISCUSSIONS – Membersare invited to attend our pre-concerttalks held one hour before each perform-ance. Get the inside story from the artistsat these lively conversations.

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At the Chicago Sinfonietta, we want you to make the most of your concertexperience. Discount packages start at just two concerts, and with three ormore concerts you get a full range of exclusive membership benefits:

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Programs subject to change. Group rates are available. Call for information.

CHICAGOOrchestra Hall at Symphony Center (SC)220 S. Michigan Avenue

Harris Theater for Music and Dance (HT)205 E. Randolph Drive

Section 1 concert 2 concerts 3 concerts* 4 concerts* 5 concerts*Box (SC only) $96 $183 $245 $308 $360

A $50 $95 $128 $160 $188B $40 $76 $102 $128 $150C $26 $50 $67 $84 $98

Student/Child** $10 $20 $30 $40 $50

RIVER FORESTLund Auditorium at Dominican University (DU)7900 W. Divison Street, River Forest

Section 1 concert 2 concerts 3 concerts* 4 concerts*A $40 $76 $102 $128B $34 $65 $87 $109C $26 $50 $67 $84

Student/Child** $10 $20 $30 $40

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** Children six and older are welcome at the student price.

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