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THIERRY FISCHER, music director

Discover sounds 75 years in the making.

Look for the 75th Anniversary icon for milestones in Utah Symphony’s history.

THE MAHLER SYMPHONY CYCLE CONTINUES IN HONOR OF MAURICE ABRAVANEL’S LEGACY

Sponsored by: Kem & Carolyn Gardner

THE BEETHOVEN SYMPHONY FEST IVALSponsored by: Zions Bank

UTAH SYMPHONY PERFORMS at CARNEGIE HALLSponsored by: Sorenson Legacy Foundation

COMMUNITY COLLABORATIONS WITH UTAH OPERA, BALLET WEST, UTAH SHAKESPEARE FEST IVAL, MORMON TABERNACLE CHOIR, and the MADELEINE CHOIR SCHOOL

Sponsored by: Questar Corporation

75TH ANNIVERSARY GALA CONCERT wi th LANG LANGSponsored by: Stewart Family Foundation

Music Director Thierry Fischer conducts the Utah Symphony musicians in all these spectacular concerts.

75th Anniversary Season Sponsor: George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation

UTAH SYMPHONY 75TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON

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Choose the performances that inspire you.In the spaces below, select your favorite performances and desired dates.

S e p t e m b e r 2 0 1 5

❑❑ Fri. Sept. 11 Beethoven Symphony Festival: Nos. 4 & 5

❑❑ Sat. Sept. 12 Beethoven Symphony Festival: Nos. 8 & 6

❑❑ Fri. Sept. 18 Beethoven Symphony Festival: Nos. 2 & 7 (finishing touches)

❑❑ Fri. Sept. 18 Beethoven Symphony Festival: Nos. 1 & 3

❑❑ Sat. Sept. 19 Beethoven Symphony Festival: Nos. 2 & 7

❑❑ Tue. Sept. 22 56th Annual Salute to Youth

❑❑ Fri. Sept. 25 Sci-Fi Spectacular!

❑❑ Sat. Sept. 26 Sci-Fi Spectacular!

O c t o b e r 2 0 1 5

❑❑ Thurs. Oct. 1 75th Anniversary Gala Concert with Lang Lang (no discounts available)

❑❑ Sat. Oct. 10 Puccini’s Tosca (utah opera)

❑❑ Mon. Oct. 12 Puccini’s Tosca

❑❑ Wed. Oct. 14 Puccini’s Tosca

❑❑ Fri. Oct. 16 Puccini’s Tosca

❑❑ Sun. Oct. 18 Puccini’s Tosca

❑❑ Fri. Oct. 23 Märkl Conducts Carmina Burana

❑❑ Sat. Oct. 24 Märkl Conducts Carmina Burana

❑❑ Tue. Oct. 27 A Wizarding Halloween Spooktacular!

❑❑ Fri. Oct. 30 Mysterioso: Music, Magic, and Mayhem

❑❑ Sat. Oct. 31 Mysterioso: Music, Magic, and Mayhem

N o v e m b e r 2 0 1 5

❑❑ Fri. Nov. 6 Mahler’s Symphony No. 5 (finishing touches)

❑❑ Fri. Nov. 6 Mahler’s Symphony No. 5

❑❑ Sat. Nov. 7 Mahler’s Symphony No. 5

❑❑ Fri. Nov. 13 The Child and the Enchantments with Utah Opera

❑❑ Sat. Nov. 14 The Child and the Enchantments with Utah Opera

❑❑ Fri. Nov. 20 Mahler’s “Tragic” Symphony

❑❑ Sat. Nov. 21 Mahler’s “Tragic” Symphony

❑❑ Sat. Nov. 28 Messiah Sing-In

D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 5

❑❑ Fri. Dec. 4 Beethoven’s “Ode to Joy”

❑❑ Sat. Dec. 5 Beethoven’s “Ode to Joy”

❑❑ Fri. Dec. 18 Home Alone: Feature Film with the Utah Symphony

❑❑ Sat. Dec. 19 Here Comes Santa Claus!

❑❑ Sat. Dec. 19 Home Alone: Feature Film with the Utah Symphony

❑❑ Tue. Dec. 22 Bugs Bunny at the Symphony II

❑❑ Wed. Dec. 23 Bugs Bunny at the Symphony II

J a n u a r y 2 0 1 6

❑❑ Sat. Jan. 2 New Year’s Celebration

❑❑ Fri. Jan. 8 Fischer conducts Mozart & Mahler

❑❑ Sat. Jan. 9 Fischer conducts Mozart & Mahler

❑❑ Thurs. Jan. 14 Respighi, Grieg, Schreker & Korngold

❑❑ Sat. Jan. 16 Lehár’s The Merry Widow (utah opera)

❑❑ Mon. Jan. 18 Lehár’s The Merry Widow

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❑❑ Wed. Jan. 20 Lehár’s The Merry Widow

❑❑ Fri. Jan. 22 Lehár’s The Merry Widow

❑❑ Sun. Jan. 24 Lehár’s The Merry Widow

❑❑ Fri. Jan. 29 Pahud plays Carmen Fantasy

❑❑ Sat. Jan. 30 Pahud plays Carmen Fantasy

F e b r u a r y 2 0 1 6

❑❑ Fri. Feb. 5 Jackiw plays Mendelssohn (finishing touches)

❑❑ Fri. Feb. 5 Jackiw plays Mendelssohn

❑❑ Sat. Feb. 6 Jackiw plays Mendelssohn

❑❑ Fri. Feb. 12 75 Years of Bravo Broadway

❑❑ Sat. Feb. 13 75 Years of Bravo Broadway

❑❑ Fri. Feb. 26 Ballet West with the Utah Symphony

❑❑ Sat. Feb. 27 Ballet West with the Utah Symphony

M a r c h 2 0 1 6

❑❑ Fri. Mar. 4 Saint-Saëns’ “Egyptian” Piano Concerto

❑❑ Sat. Mar. 5 Saint-Saëns’ “Egyptian” Piano Concerto

❑❑ Sat. Mar. 12 Verdi’s Aida (utah opera)

❑❑ Mon. Mar. 14 Verdi’s Aida

❑❑ Wed. Mar. 16 Verdi’s Aida

❑❑ Fri. Mar. 18 Verdi’s Aida

❑❑ Sat. Mar. 19 The Probably Untrue Story of Mary (who) Had a Little Lamb

❑❑ Sun. Mar. 20 Verdi’s Aida

❑❑ Fri. Mar. 25 Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2

❑❑ Sat. Mar. 26 Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2

A p r i l 2 0 1 6

❑❑ Fri. Apr. 8 Holst’s The Planets

❑❑ Sat. Apr. 9 Holst’s The Planets

❑❑ Fri. Apr. 15 Prokofiev’s Romeo & Juliet with Utah Shakespeare Festival

❑❑ Sat. Apr. 16 Prokofiev’s Romeo & Juliet with Utah Shakespeare Festival

❑❑ Fri. Apr. 22 Let’s Dance!

❑❑ Sat. Apr. 23 The Life & Times of Beethoven

❑❑ Sat. Apr. 23 Let’s Dance!

M a y 2 0 1 6

❑❑ Thur. May 5 The Music of Mozart

❑❑ Sat. May 7 Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro (utah opera)

❑❑ Mon. May 9 Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro

❑❑ Wed. May 11 Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro

❑❑ Fri. May 13 Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro

❑❑ Sun. May 15 Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro

❑❑ Tue, May 17 All-Star Evening

❑❑ Fri. May 20 Gershwin’s Piano Concerto (finishing touches)

❑❑ Fri. May 20 Gershwin’s Piano Concerto

❑❑ Sat. May 21 Gershwin’s Piano Concerto

❑❑ Fri. May 27 Mahler’s Symphony No. 9

❑❑ Sat. May 28 Mahler’s Symphony No. 9

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75th Anniversary Gala Concert with Lang Langb l a c k- t i e e v e n tThursday, October 1, 2015 7 p m / A b r a v a n e l H a l l

Don’t miss this exclusive concert featuring Thierry Fischer conducting the Utah Symphony with pianist Lang Lang. Proceeds from this event will support the Utah Symphony’s performance at Carnegie Hall.

Tickets range from $45–$90.

Lang LangRecognized as one of the 100 most influential people in the world by TIME magazine, Lang Lang has inspired billions of people around the world with his sophisticated and commanding piano technique. Experience one of the greatest musicians of our time in this special performance.

For special 75th Anniversary Gala VIP packages starting at $500, call (801) 869-9010.

Sponsored by:

Beethoven Symphony Festival: Nos. 2 & 7September 18 / FINISHING TOUCHES OPEN REHEARSAL / 10AM / ABRAVANEL HALL

September 19 / 2015 / 7:30PM / ABRAVANEL HALL

THIERRY FISCHER, conductor

BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 2 BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 7

Beethoven Symphony Festival: Nos. 8 & 6September 12 / 2015 / 7:30PM / ABRAVANEL HALL


BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 8 BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 6 “Pastoral”



BEETHOVEN Coriolan Overture BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 4 BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 5

Feel inspired by the greatest symphonies of all time!

Da-da-da-dum! Beethoven’s revolutionary Fifth Symphony and its captivating four-note opening motif launch an epic symphonic journey from tension to triumph, culminating in a finale of exhilarating power.

Hear the piece Tchaikovsky hailed as Beethoven’s greatest symphonic masterpiece paired with the “Pastoral” Symphony, an excursion through the babbling brooks and stormy nature of the countryside.

Explore the composition that launched Beethoven’s legendary symphonic music career followed by a piece that was originally dedicated to Napoleon. The dedication was later rescinded after Napoleon declared himself emperor.

Explore Beethoven’s Second Symphony, which shocked his critics with its numerous musical jokes, on a program that includes his celebratory Seventh Symphony, the piece Beethoven claimed to be one of his best works.



BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 1 BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 3 “Eroica”

The Beethoven Symphony FestivalProvocative, heroic, revolutionary, and triumphant, Beethoven’s symphonies tower over all others in their innovation and influence. In celebration of our 75th anniversary and in memory of Obert C. Tanner, Music Director Thierry Fischer and the Utah Symphony kick off the season with two historic weekends featuring the monumental symphonies of Beethoven. Explore Beethoven’s music in this extraordinary festival featuring his first eight symphonies followed by “Ode to Joy” in December.

Utah Symphony gratefully acknowledges the Beethoven Symphony Festival Sponsor:


75th Anniversary Gala Concert with Lang LangOctober 1 / 2015 / 7PM / ABRAVANEL HALL

THIERRY FISCHER, conductor / LANG LANG, p iano

BEETHOVEN Egmont Overture MOZART Piano Concerto No. 24 WAGNER Prelude to Die Meistersinger GRIEG Piano Concerto

Join the Utah Symphony for an exceptional evening of Mozart and Grieg. Regarded as one of the foremost pianists of our time, Lang Lang will awe and inspire with this beautiful performance.

Sci-Fi Spectacular!September 25 & 26 / 2015 / 7:30PM / ABRAVANEL HALL

JACK EVERLY, conductor / KRISTEN PLUMLEY, voca l i s t

WILLIAMS Main Title from Star Wars ARR. EVERLY Lost in Syndication WILLIAMS Adventures on Earth from E.T. BARRY Somewhere in Time WILLIAMS Superman March ARR. CUSTER Star Trek through the Years R. STRAUSS 2001: A Space Odyssey WILLIAMS Close Encounters of the Third Kind

GIACCHINO Star Trek 2009 Suite HERRMANN The Day the Earth Stood Still WILLIAMS Duel of the Fates from Star Wars: Phantom Menace WILLIAMS Throne Room & End Title from Star Wars

56th Annual Salute to YouthSeptember 22 / 2015 / 7PM / ABRAVANEL HALL

REI HOTODA, conductor

Witness the talent and dedication of leading young musicians in the state as they perform classical masterpieces as soloists with the Utah Symphony.

Special 75th Anniversary Gala Packages Available

Starting at $500 per person, packages include a pre-concert VIP champagne reception, premium seating at the concert, and admission to a post-concert VIP lounge. For more information please contact our Director of Special Events at (801) 869-9010.

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Märkl conducts Carmina BuranaOctober 23 & 24 / 2015 / 7:30PM / ABRAVANEL HALL

JUN MÄRKL, conductor UTAH SYMPHONY CHORUS / THE MADELEINE CHOIR SCHOOL

DEBUSSY Clair de lune TAKEMITSU Spirit Garden ORFF Carmina Burana

Experience the colossal sounds of Orff’s Carmina Burana live! This iconic work for chorus and orchestra features poetry that celebrates life’s playful pleasures, with musical thrills and earth-shaking rhythms.

Puccini’s ToscaOctober 10, 12, 14, 16 / 2015 / 7:30PM

October 18 / 2015 / 2PM / JANET QUINNEY LAWSON CAPITOL THEATRE

ROBERT TWETEN, conductor / KATHLEEN CLAWSON, director MICHAEL CHIOLDI, Baron Scarp ia / KARA SHAY THOMSON, F lor ia Tosca i DINYAR VANIA, Mario Cavaradoss i / UTAH OPERA CHORUS UTAH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Fiery, young diva Floria Tosca is forced to play a role she never imagined when she becomes trapped between her allegiance to her rebel lover and the scheming of a vicious police chief who will stop at nothing in his lust for her. This explosive triangle comes to a heart-stopping conclusion in one of opera’s most intense dramas.

A Wizarding Halloween Spooktacular!October 27 / 2015 / 7PM / ABRAVANEL HALL


Join all the young wizards and witches at Abravanel Hall for a mystical performance featuring the music of Harry Potter and other magical favorites. Don’t forget to wear your best Halloween costume for your chance to win great prizes.

A Venue for the Symphony.

For over 3 decades, the Utah Symphony performed at the Salt Lake Tabernacle in the heart of Salt Lake City. The orchestra moved to its current home at Abravanel Hall in the fall of 1979.


Mahler’s Symphony No. 5November 6 / FINISHING TOUCHES OPEN REHEARSAL / 10AM / ABRAVANEL HALL

November 6 & 7 / 2015 / 7:30PM / ABRAVANEL HALL

THIERRY FISCHER, conductor COLIN CURRIE, percuss ion

ANDREW NORMAN SWITCH (Utah Symphony Commission / World Premiere) MAHLER Symphony No. 5

Explore new soundscapes with a world-premiere, featuring percussionist Colin Currie, and delve into human emotion from mourning to triumph with Mahler’s Fifth Symphony.

Mysterioso: Music, Magic, and MayhemOctober 30 & 31 / 2015 / 7:30PM / ABRAVANEL HALL

JACK EVERLY, conductor

Treat yourself to an exciting evening of electrifying music, laughter, and mind-blowing illusions performed by world-renowned magicians and musicians.

The Mahler Symphony Cycle

» November 6 & 7 Mahler’s Symphony No. 5

» November 20 & 21 Mahler’s “Tragic” Symphony (Symphony No. 6)

» January 8 & 9 Fischer conducts Mozart & Mahler (Mahler’s Symphony No. 7)

» February 19 & 20 oc tanner gift of music— Mahler’s Symphony No. 8 in the Salt Lake Tabernacle

» May 27 & 28 Mahler’s Symphony No. 9

75th Anniversary Mahler Cycle Sponsors: Kem & Carolyn Gardner

The Mahler Cycle Experience the second half of our two-season performance cycle featuring all the numbered symphonies of Gustav Mahler in honor of Maurice Abravanel’s legacy. These profound performances feature contrasting melodies, emotions, and styles that take the listener through life’s journey.Learn more about Gustav Mahler’s music and its legacy with the Utah Symphony at utahsymphony.org/mahler

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Mahler’s “Tragic” SymphonyNovember 20 & 21 / 2015 / 7:30PM / ABRAVANEL HALL


HAYDN Symphony No. 6 “Morning” MAHLER Symphony No. 6 “Tragic”

Enjoy the light, charming sounds of Haydn’s “Morning” Symphony followed by the powerful, emotion-filled expression of mortality in Mahler’s “Tragic” Symphony.

The Child and the Enchantments with Utah OperaNovember 13 & 14 / 2015 / 7:30PM / ABRAVANEL HALL

THIERRY FISCHER, conductor / TARA FAIRCLOTH, director / ABIGAIL LEVIS, L’enfant AMY OWENS, pr incess , f i re , n ight ingale / THE MADELEINE CHOIR SCHOOL UTAH OPERA CHORUS / UTAH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

RAVEL La valse RAVEL Une Barque sur l’océan RAVEL Boléro RAVEL The Child and the Enchantments

Discover what happens when a child’s room comes to life to avenge his tantrums and misdeeds. This evening at the symphony pairs beloved works by Ravel with a new staging of his magical opera.

Messiah Sing-InNovember 28 / 2015 / 7PM / ABRAVANEL HALL

REI HOTODA, conductor UTAH SYMPHONY CHORUS

Kick off your holiday season with the Messiah Sing-In. This cherished tradition invites all to share in the singing of Handel’s masterpiece with the Utah Symphony Orchestra and Chorus. Bring your family, and your score, and join in on the majesty of Handel’s Messiah.

7 Music Directors in 75 years.

Hans Heniot (1940–1945) Werner Janssen (1946–1947) Maurice Abravanel (1947–1979) Varujan Kojian (1980–1983)

Joseph Silverstein (1983–1998) Keith Lockhart (1998–2009) Thierry Fischer (2009–present)


Home Alone: Feature Film with the Utah SymphonyDecember 18 & 19 / 2015 / 7:30PM / ABRAVANEL HALL

Experience all the memorable sights and sounds of this cherished family classic. The Utah Symphony will transport you to a wintery Chicago neighborhood for a not-to-be-forgotten holiday thrill ride as they perform John Williams’ score live while Home Alone plays on the big screen.

Beethoven’s “Ode to Joy”December 4 & 5 / 2015 / 7:30PM / ABRAVANEL HALL

THIERRY FISCHER, conductor JOSHUA HIGGASON, v ideo des ign UTAH SYMPHONY CHORUS

NICO MUHLY Utah Symphony Commission / World Premiere BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 9 “Choral”

Beethoven’s final masterpiece celebrating humanity and brotherhood and a new work with music and film inspired by Utah’s five national parks make for an extraordinary night out.

Here Comes Santa Claus!December 19 / 2015 / 11AM & 12:30PM / ABRAVANEL HALL


Bring the entire family and enjoy the festive sounds of holiday favorites that will make your season bright. Don’t forget to bring your wish list, because Santa Claus has taken time out of his busy schedule to make a special appearance.

Share in the joy of the season at the Utah Symphony.

Join in the Christmas cheer with outstanding holiday performances perfect for the entire family. Generations have made Abravanel Hall and the Utah Symphony a holiday tradition. Bring your family and friends, and let the Utah Symphony be your soundtrack to the holidays. Add these great performances to your Design-A-Series package and avoid the rush on tickets to these exceptional holiday performances.


Bugs Bunny at the Symphony IIDecember 22 & 23 / 2015 / 7PM / ABRAVANEL HALL

GEORGE DAUGHERTY, conductor

What’s up, Doc? Experience the spectacular fusion of classical music and classic animation that celebrates the most famous and beloved cartoons in the world.

New Year’s CelebrationJanuary 2 / 2016 / 7PM / ABRAVANEL HALL

THIERRY FISCHER, conductor / CELENA SHAFER, soprano

J. STRAUSS, JR. Overture to Die Fledermaus J. STRAUSS, JR. Adele’s “Laughing Song” from Die Fledermaus RIHM Drängender Walzer J. STRAUSS, JR. Perpetuum Mobile J. STRAUSS, JR. Frühlingsstimmen RAVEL “Danse Générale” from Daphnis et Chloé LEHÁR Overture to The Merry Widow J. STRAUSS, JR. Pizzicato Polka PROKOFIEV Waltz Suite op. 110 No. 5 “New Year’s Eve Ball” from War and Peace LEHÁR “Meine Lippen, sie küssen so heiss” from Giuditta J. STRAUSS, JR. On the Beautiful, Blue Danube

A holiday party to remember.

Our holiday performances are a great way to celebrate the season with your family, friends and co-workers. Bring a group and save. No money down is required to reserve your seats. Call (801) 869-9046 for group pricing discounts.

Fischer conducts Mozart & MahlerJanuary 8 & 9 / 2016 / 7:30PM / ABRAVANEL HALL

THIERRY FISCHER, conductor AUGUSTIN HADELICH, v io l in

MOZART Violin Concerto No. 4 MAHLER Symphony No. 7

Mahler‘s Seventh Symphony takes you on a triumphant journey from night to day in an event that also features the highly anticipated return of violin-virtuoso Augustin Hadelich.


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Celebrating Seventy-Five Years of Utah Symphony

Seventy-five years ago the Utah State Symphony Orchestra, later renamed the Utah Symphony, performed its first concert in Salt Lake City and set out on a mission to maintain the highest standards of musical performance and promote world-class music and talent to the region.

The symphony gained great notoriety and became recognized as a leading American ensemble largely through the efforts of Maurice Abravanel, its Music Director from 1947 to 1979. During his tenure, the symphony undertook four international tours and released over 100 recordings, including works by Brahms and Sibelius, the complete orchestral works of Tchaikovsky, as well as the first complete recordings of Gustav Mahler’s Symphonies by an American orchestra.

Abravanel was dedicated to bringing great music to as many people as possible, and his legacy continues. Today, Utah Symphony | Utah Opera boasts one of the nation’s broadest music education programs performing over 240 free concerts per year for over 140,000 students, both in Abravanel Hall and schools throughout the state.

The Utah Symphony is dedicated to continuing its legacy of excellence in live performance and to showcasing this powerful art form throughout the entire community and beyond. With an upcoming headlining concert at Carnegie Hall on the heels of completing a performance tour of Utah’s five National Parks under the baton of Maestro Thierry Fischer, the Utah Symphony continues to be one of the most engaged orchestras in the nation.


Pahud plays Carmen FantasyJanuary 29 & 30 / 2016 / 7:30PM / ABRAVANEL HALL

THIERRY FISCHER, conductor EMMANUEL PAHUD, f lu te

HAYDN Symphony No. 96 “Miracle” DALBAVIE Flute Concerto BIZET (ARR. BORNE) Carmen Fantasie Brillante WAGNER The Flying Dutchman Overture BARTÓK Suite from The Miraculous Mandarin

Emmanuel Pahud, widely considered today’s finest flutist, brings his masterful technique to two contrasting works in this exhilarating concert that culminates with a rousing performance of Bartók’s Miraculous Mandarin.

Lehár’s The Merry Widow January 16, 18, 20, 22 / 2016 / 7:30PM January 24 / 2016 / 2PM / JANET QUINNEY LAWSON CAPITOL THEATRE

JERRY STEICHEN, conductor / DAVID GATELY, d i rec tor ROBERT MCPHERSON, Cami l le / DANNY BELCHER, Count Dan i lo CAROLINE WORRA, Hanna Glawar i / SHARON APOSTOLOU, Va lenc ienne UTAH OPERA CHORUS / UTAH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Hanna, the merry widow, is beautiful, wealthy, and attracting a lot of attention from suitors looking to cash in. A former love interest, Danilo, returns, but does not seem interested in money or in competing with other men for Hanna’s affection. Flirtations and accusations fly, swept along by Lehár’s magical score, featuring the famous “Vilja” song, the “Merry Widow Waltz,” and more!

Respighi, Grieg, Schreker & KorngoldJanuary 14 / 2016 / 7:30PM / ST. MARY’S CHURCH (1505 White Pine Canyon Rd., Park City)


RESPIGHI Three Botticelli Pictures GRIEG Holberg Suite SCHREKER Chamber Symphony KORNGOLD Much Ado About Nothing Suite

Escape into the intimate setting of St. Mary’s Church for an evening of renowned music by 20th Century Romantic-style composers.

Maurice Abravanel.

The Utah Symphony became recognized as a leading American ensemble largely through the efforts of Maurice Abravanel, its Music Director from 1947–1979. During his tenure, the orchestra undertook four international tours, released over 100 recordings, and developed a revolutionary education program.


75 Years of Bravo BroadwayFebruary 12 & 13 / 2016 / 7:30PM / ABRAVANEL HALL

JERRY STEICHEN, conductor

Experience the best in music from midtown Manhattan without leaving Abravanel Hall. Enjoy a fun-filled evening featuring all your favorite Broadway hits from the past 75 years.

Jackiw plays MendelsssohnFebruary 5 / FINISHING TOUCHES OPEN REHEARSAL / 10AM / ABRAVANEL HALL

February 5 & 6 / 2016 / 7:30PM / ABRAVANEL HALL

JUN MÄRKL, conductor STEFAN JACKIW, v io l in

WEBER Overture to Der Freischütz MENDELSSOHN Violin Concerto in E Minor STRAVINSKY Petrushka FALLA “Ritual Fire Dance” from El amor brujo

Mendelssohn’s treasured violin concerto introduces music that takes your imagination on a musical journey featuring a lovesick puppet and rousing gypsy dance.

OC Tanner Gift of Music – Mahler’s Symphony No. 8February 19 & 20 / 2016 / 7:30PM / SALT LAKE TABERNACLE

THIERRY FISCHER, conductor MORMON TABERNACLE CHOIR / THE MADELEINE CHOIR SCHOOL

MAHLER Symphony No. 8 “Symphony of a Thousand”

Grand and powerful! Mahler’s “Symphony of a Thousand” highlights the human voice as a symphonic instrument. The music communicates redemption through the power of love and faith in the eternal human spirit. Concert not available in subscription packages. Free ticket availability to be announced at a later date.

75yearsBRAVO!BROADWAY

Founding of the Deer Valley® Music Festival.

By the 1970s, Utah Symphony’s summer music season had grown to include concerts at ski venues and parks across the state. In 2004 the Utah Symphony established Park City as its summer home with with the Deer Valley® Music Festival featuring a five week lineup of chamber, classical, opera, and pops performances.


Verdi’s AidaMarch 12, 14, 16, 18 / 2016 / 7:30PM

March 20 / 2016 / 2PM / JANET QUINNEY LAWSON CAPITOL THEATRE

ARI PELTO, conductor / GARNETT BRUCE, director JENNIFER CHECK, Aida / KATHARINE GOELDNER, Amner i s ALFRED WALKER, Amonasro / MARC HELLER, Radamès UTAH OPERA CHORUS / UTAH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

In Ancient Egypt, a captive Ethiopian princess, Aida, is torn between her love for the Egyptian commander Radamès and her loyalty to her own father and country. The lovers must fend off the schemes of a fiercely jealous Egyptian princess and decide whether true love trumps honor and duty.

Saint-Saëns’ “Egyptian” Piano ConcertoMarch 4 & 5 / 2016 / 7:30PM / ABRAVANEL HALL

MATTHIAS PINTSCHER, conductor TEO GHEORGHIU, p iano

MATTHIAS PINTSCHER Idyll for Orchestra (2014) SAINT-SAËNS Piano Concerto No. 5 “Egyptian” RAVEL Alborado del gracioso DEBUSSY La mer

Sit back and join us on a voyage as the exotic influences in Saint-Saëns’ stirring concerto, Ravel’s spectacular portrayal of Spain, and Debussy’s sensuous depiction of the ocean wash over you.

Ballet West with the Utah SymphonyFebruary 26 & 27 / 2016 / 7:30PM / ABRAVANEL HALL

THIERRY FISCHER, conductor LOUIS SCHWIZGEBEL, p iano / DANCERS FROM BALLET WEST

GERSHWIN An American in Paris GOTTSCHALK Grande Tarantelle RAVEL Piano Concerto in G DEBUSSY Jeux (choreography co-commissioned by Utah Symphony and Ballet West)

An engaging performance for the ears and eyes! Pieces by Gottschalk, Ravel, and Debussy accompany expressive performances by dancers from the world-renowned Ballet West.

Merger with the opera.

Since the founding of Utah Opera in 1978, the Utah Symphony has provided the accompaniment for its productions at Capitol Theatre. In 2002, the two organizations merged to form Utah Symphony | Utah Opera.


Rachmaninoff ’s Piano Concerto No. 2March 25 & 26 / 2016 / 7:30PM / ABRAVANEL HALL

ROBERT SPANO, conductor KIRILL GERSTEIN, p iano

WAGNER “Good Friday Spell” from Parsifal RACHMANINOFF Piano Concerto No. 2 RESPIGHI Fountains of Rome RESPIGHI Pines of Rome

You’ll recognize Rachmaninoff’s concerto from its use in iconic films including The Seven Year Itch and Clint Eastwood’s Hereafter. Now explore the depths of the piece as you only can when it’s experienced live.

The Probably Untrue Story of Mary (who) Had a Little LambMarch 19 / 2016 / 11AM & 12:30PM / ABRAVANEL HALL

REI HOTODA, conductor MICAH LEVY, composer & narrator

Follow along with Mary and her little lamb, Petunia, as they set out on a journey that goes well beyond the nursery rhyme. Join in the fun and laughter while learning about various instruments and musical compositions in a clever and unexpected way.

Holst’s The Planets – An HD OdysseyApril 8 & 9 / 2016 / 7:30PM / ABRAVANEL HALL

HANS GRAFF, conductor WOMEN OF UTAH SYMPHONY CHORUS

LIGETI Atmosphéres SCRIABIN Poem of Ecstasy HOLST The Planets

Explore the mysteries of the solar system with this full-sensory experience featuring NASA HD video footage to accompany Holsts’ out-of-this-world The Planets.

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The Life & Times of BeethovenApril 23 / 2016 / 11AM & 12:30PM / ABRAVANEL HALL

REI HOTODA, conductor MICHAEL BOUDEWYNS, gues t ar t i s t REALLY INVENTIVE STUFF, theatre company

The entire family will enjoy the music of Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony while learning the story behind this iconic composer. Creative narration and physical performance explain what it was like for Beethoven to go deaf and how he and his music overcame that unique challenge.

Let’s Dance!April 22 & 23 / 2016 / 7:30PM / ABRAVANEL HALL

JEFF TYZIK, conductor STEPHEN EDWARD SAYER, CHANDREA ROETTIG, DIEGO DI FALCO, CAROLINA ZOKALSKI, FOREST WALSH, MELISSA SHAHIN, dancers TED LOUIS LEVY, tap dancer MICHAEL LYNCHE, voca l i s t JULIE JO HUGES, voca l i s t

Don your dancing shoes and be prepared to bounce in your seat as conductor Jeff Tyzik and the Utah Symphony are joined by renowned dancers and singers for an evening full of swinging musical favorites.

Prokofiev’s Romeo & Juliet with Utah Shakespeare FestivalApril 15 & 16 / 2016 / 7:30PM / ABRAVANEL HALL

THIERRY FISCHER, conductor ACTORS FROM UTAH SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL

R. STRAUSS Suite from Der Rosenkavalier PROKOFIEV Romeo & Juliet

The world’s most tragic love story comes to life with Prokofiev’s moving score and performances by actors from the Tony Award-winning Utah Shakespeare Festival.

Touring.

Touring played a significant role in Abravanel’s legacy with the orchestra. Between 1966–1977, they traveled to 16 countries throughout Europe, Great Britain, Central and South America, making appearances at the Athens Festival (1966, 1977), the Berlin Festival (1966), and the inaugural Brucknerfest (Linz, 1977). In the U.S., they made Carnegie Hall appearances in 1966, 1971, 1975 and debuted at the Kennedy Center in 1975. Most recently, the orchestra toured Europe (2005) and Utah’s Mighty 5® National Parks (2014).


The Music of MozartMay 5 / 2016 / 7:30PM / ST. MARY’S CHURCH (1505 White Pine Canyon Rd., Park City)

REI HOTODA, conductor JASON HARDINK, p iano

MOZART Divertimento in D Major MOZART Piano Concerto No. 13 MOZART Eine kleine Nachtmusik MOZART Piano Concerto No. 14

Experience the passion and elegance of Mozart’s music in the beautiful setting of St. Mary’s Church. This awe-inspiring performance pays tribute to one of the greatest geniuses in the history of music.

Utah Symphony at Carnegie HallApril 29 / 2016 / STERN AUDITORIUM / PERELMAN STAGE AT CARNEGIE HALL

(57th Street and Seventh Avenue, New York)

THIERRY FISCHER, conductor COLIN CURRIE, percuss ion

HAYDN Symphony No. 96 “The Miracle” BARTÓK Suite from The Miraculous Mandarin ANDREW NORMAN SWITCH R. STRAUSS Suite from Der Rosenkavalier

For tickets, visit the Carnegie Hall box office, carnegiehall.org, or call CarnegieCharge at (212) 247-7800. Photo by Jeff Goldberg/Esto.

Mozart’s The Marriage of FigaroMay 7, 9, 11, 13 / 2016 / 7:30PM

May 15 / 2016 / 2PM / JANET QUINNEY LAWSON CAPITOL THEATRE

GARY THOR WEDOW, conductor / TARA FAIRCLOTH, director ABIGAIL LEVIS, Cherub ino / CRAIG IRVIN, Count A lmav iva NICOLE HEASTON, Countess Ros ina Almav iva / ANYA MATANOVIČ, Susanna UTAH OPERA CHORUS / UTAH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

On the eve of Figaro’s marriage to Susanna, the Count’s wandering eye has landed on the lovely bride-to-be. Servant and master go head to head in Mozart’s comedic masterpiece that brilliantly delivers a timeless message of love and forgiveness.

75 and counting. U T A H S Y M P H O N Y | U T A H O P E R A ’ S 2 0 1 5 – 1 6 C U L T U R A L F E S T I VA L

This season, in recognition of this milestone anniversary, the Utah Symphony and its musicians will offer 75+ events in collaboration with other organizations in venues throughout our community. To follow and attend events that both celebrate the Utah Symphony and support the work of other community organizations, visit us at at usuo.org/festival beginning in August 2015.

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Mahler’s Symphony No. 9May 27 & 28, 2016 / 7:30PM / ABRAVANEL HALL


MAHLER Symphony No. 9

Witness the thrilling conclusion to an ambitious symphony cycle as Thierry Fischer and the Utah Symphony perform Mahler’s Symphony No. 9, a monumental work said to be Mahler’s greatest achievement.

Gershwin’s Piano ConcertoMay 20 / FINISHING TOUCHES OPEN REHEARSAL / 10AM / ABRAVANEL HALL

May 20 & 21 / 2016 / 7:30PM / ABRAVANEL HALL

CRISTIAN MĂCELARU, conductor JOYCE YANG, p iano

BARBER Essay No. 2 GERSHWIN Piano Concerto DVOŘÁK Symphony No. 6

Joyce Yang makes her Utah Symphony debut with Gershwin’s jazz-influenced concerto on a concert where you’ll also experience Dvořák’s Symphony No. 6, filled with the sounds and textures of Czech folk music.

All-Star EveningMay 17 / 2016 / 7PM / ABRAVANEL HALL


Witness the talent of Utah’s young musicians! The state’s best high school instrumentalists perform side-by-side with the Utah Symphony as one very special young musician performs as soloist.

Education programs.

During Maurice Abravanel’s tenure, the symphony’s music education program grew into one of the most extensive arts education programs in the nation. Abravanel was dedicated to bringing great music to as many people as possible, and his legacy continues. Today, Utah Symphony | Utah Opera boasts one of the nation’s largest education programs performing over 240 free performances per year for over 140,000 students in Abravanel Hall, Capitol Theatre, and schools throughout the state.


Save the date—join the Utah Symphony in The Big Apple!

Utah Symphony at Carnegie Hall — Friday, April 29, 2016STERN AUDITORIUM / PERELMAN STAGE AT CARNEGIE HALL 57TH STREET AND SEVENTH AVENUE, NEW YORK, NEW YORK

THIERRY FISCHER, conductor / COLIN CURRIE, percuss ion

Utah Symphony returns to Carnegie Hall for the first time since 1975. Plan now to join us in New York City for this thrilling performance on one of the world’s grandest stages.

For tickets, visit the Carnegie Hall box office, carnegiehall.org, or call CarnegieCharge at (212) 247-7800. For VIP and lodging package information, please call (801) 869-9015 or email [email protected].

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The next 75 years

Annual FundDid you know that ticket sales cover only 25% of our total budget? We are grateful to our donors who help us bring great live music to our community. Your generous donation over and above the cost of your subscription makes sure that Utah Symphony | Utah Opera continues to advance artistic excellence in Utah. Please join us in celebrating our 75th Anniversary by making a contribution to ensure that the musical excellence you have come to enjoy and expect continues for the next 75 years.

Maurice Abravanel SocietyThere’s no better time than the 75th anniversary season to become a member of this society, which honors the legacy of Maurice Abravanel and the history of this great orchestra. We thank our society patrons for their $2,000 tax-deductible membership gift by providing them with benefits such as exclusive access to the best seats, invitations to special events, and intermission receptions with complimentary beverages and canapés. Call (801) 869-9015 for more information. PHONE: (801) 869-9015ONLINE: usuo.org/support/personal-giving

Tanner Society—“plan for the future today”Utah Symphony | Utah Opera is grateful to all those who help us plan for our great future through a range of gift planning opportunities that allow you to leave a meaningful legacy by including USUO in your financial and estate planning. For more information about how to quickly and easily designate USUO as a beneficiary of your will, retirement account, or life insurance policy—or how to structure a more complex planned gift that helps meet your financial and philanthropic goals, please contact the development department. PHONE: (801) 869-9012ONLINE: usuo.org/support/planned-giving


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