AFFILIATES NEWS IT S GOING TO BE A GREAT YEAR! Arlyss Burkett MESSAGE FROM AFFILIATE CHAIR

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1 Published by Los Angeles Philharmonic Affiliates Arlyss Burkett, Chair Nan Flette, Editor 151 South Grand Avenue Los Angeles Telephone 213/ Address Valerie Thompson Manager, Volunteer Activities Affiliates Online Communications Center: Master Calendar Committee Pages Affiliates NEWS Music Mobile Inside this issue: Opening Night Makes 2 History Music Mobile Orientation Attracts 3 Affiliates Dudamel Fellows 3 Program Launched New Member Contest 3 Crescendo Offered 4 Keyboard Mysticism Music Mobile Swings 4 Into Action Affiliate Board s Get 4 Acquainted Party Endowment Invitational 5 Rehearsal New Member 5 Symposium Philharmonic Friends 6 Awards Brunch Committee 7 Reports IT S GOING TO BE A GREAT YEAR! MESSAGE FROM AFFILIATE CHAIR Affiliates are gathering this fall in their Committees to listen to beautiful classical music performed by LA Phil musicians, other professionals or accomplished students. From this core of fellowship with likeminded members, Affiliates draw their strength and vibrancy. Centered in Committees, Affiliates continuously reach out to raise funds in their communities for the LA Phil and to volunteer at the LA Phil s education programs for children and youth. It s the essence of what we do as Affiliates and together we make a difference. Arlyss Burkett

2 Page 2 OPENING NIGHT MAKES HISTORY Affiliates participated in the historic Opening Night concert at Walt Disney Concert Hall on October 8, 2009 as Gustavo Dudamel and the Los Angeles Philharmonic launched their inaugural concert performing the world premiere of John Adams City Noir and Gustav Mahler s Symphony No. 1 in D major. The concert was telecast across the United States via PBS Great Performances and throughout Europe, South America and Asia. Media from around the world attended the sold-out concert in the 2,265-seat Hall. LA Philharmonic President Deborah Borda called it the most excitement since the opening of Walt Disney Concert Hall. Affiliates offered members a package of a concert ticket and an Affiliates Dinner following the concert, which included a donation to the LA Philharmonic youth education programs. Held in the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion s fifth floor Salon A, a dining area overlooking night-lit Jacques Lipchitz Peace on Earth sculpture fountain, the buffet dinner offered the 104 members and guests an opportunity to mingle with members from other Affiliate committees. Thank you to Affiliate Dinner Chair Renee Mitchell for coordinating the event and to Affiliates@Large Committee President Nancy H o w a r d f o r t h e f l o r a l centerpieces. Photo: Los Angeles Times Affiliates, seated in the Terrace Center and Orchestra East/West seats, join the audience in twelve minutes of applause at the conclusion of the October 8 th Opening Night concert.

3 Page 3 MUSIC MOBILE ORIENTATION ATTRACTS AFFILIATES The Affiliates 2009 Music Mobile Orientation, held at the Colburn School on October 9, started in the Olive Rehearsal Hall under the direction of Robert McAllister, Associate Dean. The session opened with a presentation of Baroque wind instruments by Adam and Rotem Gilbert from the USC Thornton School of Music. Music Mobile Co- Coordinator Margo Penney reports, They greatly enriched our understanding and appreciation of some of the early woodwind instruments, particularly the early oboe called the shawm. This was an exciting lead into our interactive encounter between our Affiliate docents and ten very accomplished Colburn students. The students presented the instruments that make up the contemporary orchestra. Their enthusiasm and infectious love for their instruments gave the Affiliate docents a greatly enriched understanding of the material they share with the third grade students through the Music Mobile program, reports Margo Penney. The Music Mobile van makes traveling music education possible. DUDAMEL FELLOWS PROGRAM LAUNCHED The Los Angeles Philharmonic announced recently the members of the new Dudamel Fellows David Afkham, from Germany, is one of four hand-picked Dudamel Fellows. Program for : David Afkham from Germany; Christian Vasquez and Diego Mathuez from Venezuela; and Perry So from Hong Kong. Each was handpicked by Music Director Gustavo Dudamel and the Artistic Staff of the LA Phil. Over the course of two months, each Fellow will participate as a cover conductor or extra musician with the orchestra, will have the opportunity to conduct or perform in at least one concert with musicians of the LA Phil, will be mentored by Dudamel and the LA Phil musicians, and will work on a weekly basis with students in a key LA Philharmonic education program, such as Youth Orchestra Los Angeles (YOLA). Dudamel is passionate about bringing this program to life, as his very own musical career flourished because of the guidance he received by El Sistema, a publically funded musician training program of thousands of children in his native Venezuela. NEW MEMBER CONTEST To encourage Affiliate Committees to bring in new members, there is an exciting membership contest. The Committee that brings in the most new members, as a percentage of their active members, will win a prize. The prize? The Philharmonic will provide free bench seats to a Tuesday or Thursday concert at the Hollywood Bowl next summer, plus free use of the Volunteer Cottage, for all members of the winning committee. The winner will be announced at Spring Celebration on Thursday, May 20, 2010.

4 Page 4 CRESCENDO OFFERED KEYBOARD MYSTICISM AND THE ROMANTIC PERIOD Crescendo Coordinators Renee Mitchell, Peninsula Committee, and Marie Stiebing, Santa Monica-Westside Committee, welcomed sixty-three guests to the Crescendo XVIII 2009 program of organ and piano music performed by Los Angeles-based musician John Rusnak on October 25. Keyboard Mysticism and the Romantic Period enticed Affiliates to the concert held at the Los Altos United Methodist Church in Long Beach. Proficient as a pianist, organist, composer, producer, and songwriter, Rusnak entertained his audience with the music of Franz Liszt, Alexander Skryabin, Frederic Chopin, Marcel Dupre and his own compositions, 3 Dances for Piano. Performing on a rareedition Steinway, Rusnak introduced each piece with an explanation of its musical history and period. He performed Cortege Et Litanie by 20 th century French composer Marcel Dupre on an 1852 historic William B. Simmons pipe organ, rebuilt by Manuel Rosales and Associates, the same firm that built the organ in Walt Disney Concert Hall. A reception followed the concert. From left: Carole McCormac, Beverly Quaife, LaVonne Clay, Co-Coordinator Marie Stiebing, Co-Coordinator Renee Mitchell, and Affiliate Chair Arlyss Burkett MUSIC MOBILE PROGRAM SWINGS INTO ACTION The Music Mobile interactive presentations occur throughout the school year, either in the individual schools of Glendale (January and February), Palos Verdes (February and March), L o s A n g e l e s ( O c t o b e r, November and April) or the Hollywood Bowl. Students arrive in two buses at the Hollywood Bowl. While the Affiliate docents make their presentation in the Orchestra Lounge, the Affiliates Speakers Bureau members take the other students on a tour through the Hollywood Bowl and its Museum. Music Mobile Co- Coordinator Margo Penney says, This venue isn t complete without the traditional picnic at the end of the day before the students return to their schools. The Music Mobile docents also present the pre-concert Instrument Petting Zoo at the Toyota Symphonies for Youth concerts at Walt Disney Concert Hall on selected Saturdays. Irene Naftulin, Westside Committee, presents the instruments at a Music Mobile Petting Zoo prior to a Toyota Symphonies for Youth concert. AFFILIATE BOARD S GET ACQUAINTED PARTY The Virginia Country Club in Long Beach was the setting on September 13 for the Affiliate Board s Get Acquainted Party. From left: Arlyss Burkett, Joan Gustafson, event coordinator, and Robert Mungo Thirty-two members and guests, who included Valerie Thompson and Teresa Bond from the Los Angeles Philharmonic, enjoyed dinner and entertainment by Robert Mungo, a young pianist.

5 Affiliates News Page 5 ENDOWMENT DONORS ATTEND LA PHILHARMONIC REHEARSAL Members of the Affiliates who were donors last year to the LA Philharmonic Endowment attended a recent LA Philharmonic rehearsal. Each year, a rehearsal is opened to Affiliates who have donated $100 or more the previous year to the Affiliates LA Philharmonic Endowment Fund. It was a wonderful musical morning, topped off by a terrific talk by the Philharmonic s young violinist, Robert Gupta. Mr. Gupta joined the Philharmonic when he was 19, and has just begun his third year in the orchestra. All agreed that the excellent concert and engaging talk with Mr. Gupta made it a very special morning, reports Coordinator DeAnne Hayes. Any Affiliate member who donates $100 or more this year to the Endowment Fund will be invited next year to another Philharmonic rehearsal with an artist speaker. NEW MEMBER SYMPOSIUM AND MEMBERSHIP ROUNDTABLE Affiliates members (from left) Wendy Kelman, Marilyn Kelliher, DeAnne Hayes, and Meg Evans greet Philharmonic violinist, Robert Gupta, at the Endowment Invitational Rehearsal. The New Member Symposium in Choral Hall on November 2 was attended by 42 enthusiastic Affiliates. A Patina brunch was followed by an excellent panel of speakers: Arlyss Burkett, Affiliate Chair, and Los Angeles P h i l h a r m o n i c S t a f f members Teresa Bond, Deputy Director of Development, Valerie Thompson, Manager, Volunteer Activities, and Leni Boorstin, D i r e c t o r o f C o m m u n i t y Affairs. Ms. Boorstin gave an inspiring talk on how the LA Phil is extending its goal of developing new youth orchestras to include improving programs already in the community. From left: Sheri Gill, Teresa Bond, Arlyss Burkett, and Leni Boorstin Following the program, a backstage tour was guided by members of the Speakers Bureau. Beginning next year, the Affiliate Board voted to encourage all Committees to require New Members to attend the New Member Symposium, and encourage attendance at Spring Celebration. Committees will be r e w a r d e d b y m o r e knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and dedicated active members. A beautiful collection of new members SAVE THE DATE Membership Roundtable Monday, January 11, 2010, 9:30 a.m. Hollywood Bowl Cottage for Committee Presidents, Membership Chairs, Membership Mentors, Anyone Else Interested

6 Page 6 PHILHARMONIC FRIENDS AWARDS BRUNCH The Philharmonic Friends Awards Brunch was held at the Colburn School on October 15, coordinated by Margaret Lulejian (Valley CommitteeS). Fifty-eight Affiliate members began the morning with a breakfast buffet in the bright student café, followed by discussion of the campaign, presentation of awards and concluding with a concert by Colburn students and a docent-led tour of the Colburn School. Awards were presented by Valerie Thompson, Margaret Lulejian and Eunice Horwitz ( Coordinator): Highest Percentage Over Committee s Goal: Los Angeles Philharmonic Committee. Second Place, Most Dollars Overall: Santa Monica-Westside Committee. From left: President Lucetta Kallis accepts award from Valerie Thompson. Third Place, Most Dollars Overall: Valley CommitteeS. Two door prizes were awarded by Margaret Lulejian and Eunice Horwitz. From left: Anne Curry Destabelle, Peninsula Committee won a Hollywood Bowl box for four people for the 2010 season. From left: Co-Presidents Marilyn Kezirian and Cindy Norian accept award from Valerie Thompson. First Place, Most Dollars Overall: Foothill Committee. From left: Helen Martin accepts award from Valerie Thompson and Eunice Horwitz. From left: Co-President Ellie Hamburger accepts award from Valerie Thompson and Eunice Horwitz. Committees Meeting Their Goals: From left: accepting awards from Valerie Thompson were Myrtle Watilo of the Long Beach Auxiliary; Nancy Howard of the Affiliates at Large Committee; Marilyn Kelliher of the Speakers Bureau; and a representative of the Business and Professional Committee. From left: Laurie Harrison, guest of the Committee of Professional Women, won six bench seats for next June s Opening Night at the Hollywood Bowl Campaign Teresa Bond, Deputy Director of Development, briefly explained the campaign encouraging Affiliates to write personal notes to be included in the mailings. The Friends Goal is a new challenge set at $154,000, a four percent increase over this past season s goal of $148,000.

7 Page 7 AFFILIATES@LARGE The Affiliates@Large got off to a busy start with the summer meeting kicking off a great season of volunteering. A delicious buffet supper at the Volunteer Cottage was followed by an evening of symphonic music by Mozart. Returning members were glad to see old friends and greet new members. The Affiliates@Large include men and women from the greater Los Angeles area interested in assisting in various events in support of the LA Phil and other Affiliate groups. For the opening Gala, the A@L created centerpieces for the Affiliates post concert dinner at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. Members are great volunteers for the Toyota Symphonies for Youth, (some attended the Petting Zoo training), the Symphonies for Schools and the Pasadena Showcase House of Design. For further information, contact Nancy Howard at: nd_howard@yahoo.com. BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL COMMITTEE From left: Ambassador Kathryn Hall, Craig Hall with B&P members Marcia Hollander, Gary Hollander, Yvonne Hessler and Gordon Hessler at the Hall Saint Helena Winery Prelude to Fall was the theme for COPW s opening event for Forty-five members and friends gathered at the lovely Creative Kids Artist Retreat in Beverly Glen Canyon for a recital by student clarinetist James Calix, accompanied by pianist Roberta Garten. James is a freshman at the USC Thornton School of Music and formerly a merit scholarship student at the Colburn School. The program From July 18 to 25, fortunate members of the Business and Professional Committee (B&P) travelled to Napa for the Napa Valley Music Festival del Sole. The festival was amazing in its ability to attract greats of the classical music world including violinist Sarah Chang, soprano Renée Fleming, pianist Lief Ove Andsnes, cellist Johannes Moser, conductor Alondra de la Parra and violinist Nikolaj COMMITTEE OF PROFESSIONAL WOMEN (COPW) included challenging works by Mozart, Rossini and Von Weber. The audience was thrilled by his accomplished performance and g a v e h i m a s t a n d i n g ovation. After the program, both guest artists stayed for follow-up discussion and joined the group for a light buffet luncheon provided by COPW Board members. James' proud father was also in attendance. COPW s next event in January Znaider, among others. Robert Redford narrated a performance of Vivaldi s Four Seasons that featured wunderkind 14-year-old violinist Chad Hoopes. The pleasures of touring, wine tasting and superb dining filled out the days. B&P plans to make a repeat visit next year. Anyone interested in joining the group during July 2010 may contact Marcia Hollander at mhollander@pacbell.net. will proudly celebrate the group s 45th anniversary as an LA Phil Affiliate. From left: Joyce Mallean, event Co-Hostess, Roberta Garten, pianist, James Calix, clarinetist, and Joey Hynes, Co-Hostess.

8 Affiliates News Page 8 ENCORE Encore, the committee of past presidents, gathered at the Pacific Asian Museum in Pasadena for their Autumn Annual Meeting on October 20. Members were requested to wear costumes they had collected throughout their travels. Following their business meeting, members enjoyed a docent-led tour of the museum, followed by lunch at McCormick & Schmick's in Pasadena. The calendar of up-coming events is full. A Holiday Tea is scheduled for December 14; January 17 is the date for the very special Encore-sponsored Orchestra Party, at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion; February, will find Encore members visiting the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising in Los Angeles. Erika Riley, Sona Boyd and Sippin Pappas, dressed in Asian gowns, pose by an Asian mural at the Pacific Asian Museum in Pasadena. FOOTHILL PHILHARMONIC COMMITTEE Foothill Committee began the season with a superb performance by Sligo Rags at the h i s t o r i c P a d u a H i l l s Theatre in Claremont to experience Celtic Folk Music with a Bluegrass Attitude. The ensemble performed a variety of traditional songs and original pieces. Members had an opportunity to not only enjoy the lively venue but also to tour the recently renovated Padua Hills Theatre with roots dating back to the 1930s. In October, members met and wrote fund raising letters to potential donors. It was, however, not all work as members were rewarded with a delightful talk by Gail Samuel, Vice President and General Manager of the Los Angeles Philharmonic and Production, who shared insights, anecdotes, and tips with the group. Jan Corey (left) thanks Gail Samuel. GLENDALE PHILHARMONIC COMMITTEE The Glendale committee is currently planning its upcoming Christmas Musicale to be held at the Annandale Country Club in Pasadena, on December 14. The Musicale will feature Jonathan Karoly, cello, and Catherine Ransom Karoly, flute, members of the LA Phil. Also in the planning stage is the annual Music Mobile education Members are planning and eagerly anticipating the Christmas Musicale. program scheduled for January This program introduces the instruments of the orchestra to third grade students in all the Glendale schools. The wellsupplied Affiliate van contributes to this project s success. The Glendale Committee, as are all Affiliates, is looking forward to an energizing Philharmonic season.

9 Page 9 INTERNATIONAL COMMITTEE The International Committee opened the season at the Fremont Place residence of Consul General of Mexico and his wife, Mrs. Alejandra Garza de Gutierrez. It was most befitting since next year's International Night Ball honoring the Consular Corps will celebrate Mexico. LONG BEACH AUXILIARY Besides a delicious Mexican lunch, Alejandra provided entertainment featuring the flute and harp duo of Arpa y Aulos who played classical Mexican music. The highlight of the day was a visit by the Consul General who spoke of next year s Bicentennial celebration of Mexico's independence. "Viva Mexico Gala de Bicentenario," the International Night Ball planned for May 15, 2010 in the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, will be a festive, memorable feast. Save the date! From left: Committee President Janine Bobin, Consul General of Mexico and his wife, Mr. & Mrs. Juan Marcos Gutierrez Gonzales Long Beach Auxiliary kicked off its new season with a Fall Musicale held at the Long Beach Yacht Club on September 24. The program featured guitarist Jack Sanders. On October 8, members participated in a historic moment as Los Angeles welcomed Gustavo Dudamel at the Walt Disney Concert Hall. Fourteen members and guests traveled to Walt Disney Concert Hall for the Opening Night concert, and eleven members and guests enjoyed the black tie Affiliates Dinner, which followed the concert. Enjoying camaraderie at the Affiliates Dinner after the Opening Night concert are: (seated) Rick Berry, Cecily Berry, Arlyss Burkett, (standing) Carole McCormac, Joan Gustafson, Miriam Garland, Barbara Vaught, Linda Parsons, Dave Parsons, Karen McBride, and Tom Burkett. PENINSULA COMMITTEE Peninsula Committee s new fundraiser, An Evening with the LA Phil Brass, was a great success. More than 350 members and guests gathered on the lawn at Chadwick School for box suppers on Sunday afternoon August 30. The concert followed in the outdoor amphitheater. Members of the LA Philharmonic s brass section, James Wilt and Christopher Still, trumpet; Eric Overholt, horn, James Miller, trombone, and John Lofton, bass trombone presented a concert ranging from Paul Dukas Fanfare from La Peri, to works by J. S. Bach, Samuel Scheidt, Isaac Albeniz, and Eric Maschwitz. A highlight of the program was the Quintet No. 1 by Victor Ewald. Entertaining introductions by each musician provided a special dimension to the memorable evening. Shown above: (standing) Christopher Still, Janet Ceske and Bette Moen, event Co-Chairs, James Wilt, (seated ) Eric Overholt, John Lofton and James Miller

10 Affiliates News Page 10 LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC COMMITTEE The Los Angeles Philharmonic Committee began the year with two outstanding musical programs: Rufus Chol, pianist, performed in September, followed in October by Jason Issokson, violinist, who was beautifully accompanied by pianist Mitsuko Morikawa. Sylvie Olliver and Anne Brilliant, opened their lovely homes for these performances. The year will be productive and The Santa Monica-Westside Philharmonic Committee will hold a Holiday Concert on December 6th in the Contrapuntal Music Hall at the home of Alan Kay and Bonnie MacBird. The featured artist is Christine Sofiane who will perform Songs of Auvergne by Canteloube and international Christmas songs. All are welcome. To reserve your seat, contact Trish Dickey at trishdickey@gmail.com or (310) Members are thanked for their various contributions to the Committee. Pictured from left are Kathie Johnson, Sylvie Olliver, Ann Brilliant, Nancy Wayte, and Sheryl Mendez. SANTA MONICA-WESTSIDE PHILHARMONIC COMMITTEE Christine Sofiane entertaining with musical salons, letter writing campaigns for the endowment fund for Symphonies for Schools and the Friends Campaign, an annual holiday party at the California Club in December and a spring benefit May 22 at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center. Members also look forward to volunteering for the myriad opportunities to enrich music education for the children of Los Angeles. SPEAKERS BUREAU The Speakers Bureau is getting ready to give tours of the Hollywood Bowl in conjunction with the Music Mobile from mid- October through November. SOUTHWEST HEIGHTS COMMITTEE T he So ut hw est Heights Philharmonic Committee works to encourage an understanding of and an appreciation for symphonic music among the communities of SouthWest Los Angeles. This includes a project supporting music at the Loyola Village Elementary School in Westchester. Member Melinda Goodall is the school principal. She reported in September that "music is alive at Loyola Village," with a 65-student orchestra, led by an LAUSD traveling music teacher, with violin, cello, flute, clarinet, trumpet and trombone lessons for the 3rd, 4th and 5th graders; a 50-student African Drum and Dance Ensemble; and a 95-student Guitar Ensemble for all the 3rd graders. These students are becoming an exciting part of a musical tapestry, and preparing themselves to be the expressive performers, the creative teachers, and the reflective audience for tomorrow. The Loyola Village African Dance Ensemble gets moving.

11 Page 11 After silence, that which comes nearest to expressing the inexpressible is music. - Aldous Huxley Thanks to Sue D Alessio, on October 21, the Westside Committee once again held its annual Reunion Luncheon at the California Yacht Club in Marina del Rey. It is always a delight to welcome back those former VALLEY COMMITTEES WESTSIDE COMMITTEE presidents who are no longer active, but still want to remain connected. It is a great tradition and one of the highlights of the year. On November 22, Westside Committee holds its first fundr a i s e r f o r t h e y e a r, Dessertimento, a wine and cheese Musicale followed by homemade desserts. LA Phil member Anna Marie Gabriele will be performing an oboe recital. In addition, one of their annual scholarship winners, ten-year-old pianist Yoko Rosenbaum, will perform. Past presidents pictured are: (standing from left) Deanna Mc Nitt, Peggy Fonkalsrud, Linda Smith, Virginia Teller, Eva Holberg, Bea Mandel, Astrid Rottman, Kathy Gray, and (seated) Irene Naftulin, Rosemary Stewart, and Alice Bragg, current president. Over the summer, the Valley Committee and the West Valley Committee became one now k n o w n a s t h e V a l l e y CommitteeS. Ellie Hamburger and Jan Agens will serve as Co- Presidents. The merger was celebrated on September 9 at the home of Co-President Ellie Hamburger. WOMEN S COMMITTEE The Los Angeles Philharmonic s first support group, the Women s Committee, had a very active summer. With all of the activity of getting tickets to the Dudamel free concert at the Hollywood Bowl and organizing the occasion, no one will forget the Dudamel summer. Starting their 87th year, Women s Committee held a returning fall luncheon meeting at On October 8, thirty members and guests of the Valley CommitteeS enjoyed its first business meeting/luncheon at the Lakeside Golf Club in Burbank which also included a performance by Pianist Yoshinko Yerkes. Yoshinko thrilled the audience with a beautiful performance of four pieces by Schubert, Mendelssohn and Chopin. the train station in Old Town Pasadena. That same week, m e m b e r s a t t e n d e d t h e Philharmonic Friends Awards Brunch and then returned to staff the first Toyota Symphonies for Youth concert life lives on music! Christmas season will include English High Tea at the Women of Glendale s Salem Lutheran Church, which is now a tradition. From left: Marjorie Baker, Yoshinko Yerkes and Jan Agens Ursula Krummel, Women s Committee Chair, enjoys a summer Hollywood Bowl concert.