SEGERSTROM CENTER FOR THE ARTS ANNOUNCES MUSIC SERIES

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1 CONTACT Hanya Bruner (714) x4376, Tim Dunn (714) x4209, Download Images HERE EMBARGOED TO: March 23, 2019 AT 3 P.M. ONLINE; March 24, 2019 PRINT SEGERSTROM CENTER FOR THE ARTS ANNOUNCES MUSIC SERIES JAZZ SERIES Vijay Iyer Trio Lisa Fischer and SFJAZZ Collective Spanish Harlem Orchestra Kandace Springs Cécile McLorin Salvant and Aaron Diehl Trio Clayton Brothers Quintet CABARET SERIES Betty Buckley Laura Benanti Annaleigh Ashford Patti LuPone Megan Hilty CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES Quartetto di Cremona Brentano String Quartet Doric String Quartet and Marc-André Hamelin Vienna Piano Trio Sibelius Piano Trio Emerson String Quartet COSTA MESA, CA Segerstrom Center for the Arts has announced its annual Jazz, Cabaret and Chamber Music series for the Season. It s another musically absorbing year of exceptional and adventurous music performed by some of the world s top solo artists and musical ensembles, whose work will canvas a range of styles and traditions. Subscriptions to the Jazz, Cabaret and Chamber Music series will be on sale beginning Monday, March 25 at 10:00 a.m. Jazz Series subscriptions are $394 for the 7:00 p.m. performances and $356 for the 9:00 p.m. performances, with rear floor and loft seating at $237 for the 7:00 and 9:00 p.m. performances. All performances will be in s intimate club-style seating, except for the Lisa Fischer and SFJAZZ Collective performance, which will be in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall at 8:00 p.m. All subscribers will be seated in Orchestra Level. Cabaret Series subscriptions are $379. These, too, will be in the authentic ambience of a traditional cabaret club in, with the exception of the one-night-only performance by Patti LuPone in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall at 8:00 p.m. Chamber Music Series subscriptions are available at price points of $156, $210, $318 and $414. All performances will take place in at 8:00 p.m. Tickets to individual performances will be available for purchase at a later date. Visit the Center s website, for more information. For inquiries about discounts for group ticket discounts, call the Group Services office at (714)

2 Segerstrom Center for the Arts applauds the Colburn Foundation for its support of the Chamber Music Series and its corporate partners, including Kia Motors America, Official Automotive Partner; and United Airlines, Official Airline. KJAZZ 88.1 is the media sponsor for the Jazz Series JAZZ SERIES Vijay Iyer Trio Lisa Fischer and SFJAZZ Collective Spanish Harlem Orchestra Kandace Springs Cécile McLorin Salvant and Aaron Diehl Trio Clayton Brothers Quintet Vijay Iyer Trio Center Debut October 5, 2019 at 7:00 and 9:00 p.m. A MacArthur Genius Fellow with a PhD in physics from U.C. Berkeley, Vijay Iyer is considered one of today s most vital young jazz pianists. His trio, at its core, is distinguished by a profound sense of pulse, seemingly effortless unity, and radiating groove with an intoxicating style. If you re looking for the shape of jazz to come, look no more. Lisa Fischer and SFJAZZ Collective October 25, 2019 at 8:00 p.m. Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall Grammy winner Lisa Fischer returns to Segerstrom Center with her band, Grand Baton, to provide a soulful set to open the evening. Then, SFJAZZ Collective celebrates the 50th anniversaries of two influential albums from 1969: In A Silent Way, regarded as Miles Davis most influential works creating a sound world between jazz and rock, and Stand by Sly and The Family Stone, marrying funk and rock and deemed culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant by the Library of Congress. Spanish Harlem Orchestra: Salsa Navidad Center Debut December 21, 2019 at 7:00 and 9:00 p.m. Celebrate the winter holidays with the two-time Grammy -winning salsa and Latin jazz band that will make you want to stand up and dance. It simply doesn t get any better than when this Latin jazz powerhouse exudes an energy on stage with musical precision that captivates audiences until the last note is played. Kandace Springs Center Debut February 22, 2020 at 7:00 and 9:00 p.m. Every so often a new singer emerges who assimilates multiple musical touchstones and still sounds remarkably fresh. The Nashville-based singer and pianist counts such stylists as Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Nina Simone, Roberta Flack and Norah Jones as her heroes, but mimics none. With her smoky voice and sultry stage presence, Kandace is a fresh force to be

3 reckoned with and will undoubtedly leave audiences wanting more. Cécile McLorin Salvant & Aaron Diehl Trio March 28, 2020 at 7:00 and 9:00 p.m. The world first learned of the incredible vocal artistry of Cécile McLorin Salvant when she won the prestigious 2010 Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition. In just under the span of a decade, she has evolved into a multi-grammy Award winner with a fearless approach to music that transcends the conventional. While he serves as musical director for Cécile, pianist Aaron Diehl and his trio will also come center stage as one of the preeminent interpreters of the Great American Songbook. Clayton Brothers Quintet Center Debut April 18, 2020 at 7:00 and 9:00 p.m. Expect a jubilant joyride through a landscape of shifting tempos and mood from this consummate collection of jazz musicians. Bassist John and saxophonist Jeff Clayton prove conclusively that the brothers continue to share a common musical vision bristling with the kind of musical telepathy that could only come from tuned-in siblings. Season ticket prices for the Jazz Series: Front Floor and Loft Seating: $394 Series 1 at 7:00 pm and $356 Series 2 at 9:00 pm; Rear Floor and Loft Seating: $237 Series 1 at 7:00 pm and Series 2 at 9:00 pm CABARET SERIES Betty Buckley Laura Benanti Annaleigh Ashford Patti LuPone Megan Hilty Betty Buckley October 17 19, 2019 at. Betty Buckley is a Tony -winning Broadway, film and television star, but when she takes the cabaret stage, her personal song favorites are undeniably in the hands of a master artist. Without fail, she knows when and where to let it ride, when to pull back or lean in. There are years of love poured into all of her song choices that come simply from a genuine admiration of music and storytelling. She truly connects with each and every moment, providing a generous gift of exquisite memories for her devoted fans. Laura Benanti Center Debut November 14 16, 2019 at Fresh from her acclaimed performance as Eliza Doolittle in Lincoln Center s My Fair Lady, this Tony Award -winning star has also appeared on Broadway in She Loves Me, Into the Woods, and opposite Patti LuPone in Gypsy. The

4 New York Times exclaimed: Her supreme command, thrilling voice and wild sense of humor combine to make Laura Benanti s show a sensation. Annaleigh Ashford Center Debut January 23 25, 2020 at Applauded for her sly comic genius and indefatigable pizzazz, Broadwayfavorite Annaleigh Ashford has thrilled audiences in Sunday in the Park with George, Kinky Boots, and You Can t Take It With You, for which she won a Tony Award. She also earned television fame with a critically acclaimed turn on American Crime Story. For this special engagement, Ashford lends her stunning vocals and deft sense of humor to bring ebullience and warmth to a chilly January appearance. Patti LuPone March 28, 2020 at 8:00 p.m. Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall In this intimate Broadway revue, Ms. LuPone takes us on a magical journey from her childhood home, where she sang along with her mother s albums, to the powerhouse signature tunes of her iconic roles. Known for her dramatic range, the two-time Tony and Olivier winner uses her distinctive humor and storytelling abilities to make lyrics compelling, moving, surprising and amusing in ways never heard before. Megan Hilty Cabaret Series Debut April 23 25, 2020 at Season Ticket Price for the Cabaret Series: $379 Most recognizable for her portrayal of seasoned triple-threat Ivy Lynn in NBC s musical drama Smash, Megan Hilty has triumphed on Broadway, too, earning Tony and Drama Desk nominations for her performance in the hilarious comedy, Noises Off. Expect this West Coast native to unveil the charms of cabaret chestnuts with sweetness, sincerity and levity that are making her one of today s most beloved new artists CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES Quartetto di Cremona Brentano String Quartet Doric String Quartet and Marc-André Hamelin Vienna Piano Trio Sibelius Piano Trio Emerson String Quartet Quartetto di Cremona October 24, 2019 at 8:00 p.m. Cristiano Gualco, violin Paolo Andreoli, violin Simone Gramaglia, viola Giovanni Scaglione, cello

5 Absolutely of one voice, praised Gramophone of this preeminent Italian quartet. With a tribute to fellow countryman, Giuseppe Verdi, the quartet brings the composer s only surviving chamber music work to Costa Mesa along with a World Premiere by Dr. Byron Adams, professor of music at U.C., Riverside. The program concludes with the beloved quartet reputed to be Beethoven s own favorite from his late period. Adams: Omaggio a Monteverdi WORLD PREMIERE Verdi: Quartet in E minor Beethoven String Quartet in C-sharp minor, Op. 131, No. 14 Brentano String Quartet December 3, 2019 at 8:00 p.m. Mark Steinberg, violin Serena Canin, violin Misha Amory, viola Nina Lee, cello Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Wallace Stevens is the inspiration for this multisensory, intimate concert experience. Readings and projections of Stevens poetry; the World Premiere commission by Martin Bresnick, Yale professor of composition; as well as Beethoven s transcendent gift to us all from his final years combine for sublime effect. Martin Bresnick: String Quartet WORLD PREMIERE Beethoven: String Quartet in A minor, Op. 132, No. 15 Doric String Quartet and Marc-André Hamelin Center Debut February 13, 2020 at 8:00 p.m. Alex Redington, violin Ying Xue, violin Hélène Clément, viola John Myerscough, cello Marc-André Hamelin, pianist When the thoughtful virtuosity of pianist Marc-André Hamelin blends with the acclaimed artistry of the Doric String Quartet, a rare alchemy occurs, especially in a program featuring Dvořák s exuberant masterwork and the premiere of Hamelin s newly imagined quintet. Sibelius quartet promises a profoundly intimate work to round out the program. Hamelin: Piano Quintet (revised version) WEST COAST PREMIERE Sibelius: Quartet in d minor, Voces intimae op. 56 Dvořák: Piano Quintet, Op. 81, No. 2

6 Vienna Piano Trio February 29, 2020 at 8:00 p.m. David McCarroll, violin Clemens Hagen, cello Stefan Mendl, piano Celebrated for its finesse, exuberance, tonal allure and irresistible panache, the Vienna Piano Trio has been regarded as one of the world s leading chamber ensembles. Their performances reach heights of anguished ecstasy, relieved by a joyous abandon, praised The Washington Post. Haydn: Piano Trio in E minor, XV:12 Ravel: Piano Trio in A minor Mendelssohn: Piano Trio No. 2 in C minor, Op. 66 Sibelius Piano Trio Center Debut April 17, 2020 at 8:00 p.m. Petteri Iivonen, violin Juho Pohjonen, piano Samuli Peltonen, cello A folk-infused trio by Czech composer Bohuslav Martinu provides a beguiling opening by the Finnish trio, followed by the World Premiere of Ruminations from UCLA Professor David Lefkowitz. Beethoven s majestic Archduke trio will take you on a journey from lyrical beauty to pure elation. Martinu: Bergerettes Lefkowitz: Ruminations WORLD PREMIERE Beethoven: Piano Trio in B-flat major, Op. 97, No. 7 Emerson String Quartet May 7, 2020 at 8:00 p.m. Eugene Drucker, violin Philip Setzer, violin Lawrence Dutton, viola Paul Watkins, cello They are not for you, but for a later age! So wrote Ludwig van Beethoven about his Op. 59 quartets, fondly called the Razumovsky quartets after a commission from the Russian Ambassador, Count Andreas Razumovsky. Through time, these quartets from Beethoven s middle years have become renowned for their depth and ingenuity. Bartók s fourth quartet complements this evening with a tour de force of fresh sonic effects, expression and powerful rhythms.

7 Beethoven: String Quartet in E minor, Op. 59, No. 2 Bartók: String Quartet No. 4 Beethoven: String Quartet in C major, Op. 59, No. 3 Season ticket price for the Chamber Music Series: $414 Rows AA-K; $318 Rows L-M; $210 Rows N-R; $156 Rows S-T Segerstrom Center for the Arts is an acclaimed arts institution as well as a beautiful multi-disciplinary cultural campus. It is committed to supporting artistic excellence, offering unsurpassed experiences and to engaging the entire community in new and exciting ways through the unique power of live performance and a diverse array of inspiring arts-based education and community engagement programs. Previously called the Orange County Performing Arts Center, Segerstrom Center is Orange County s largest non-profit arts organization. In addition to its six performance venues, Segerstrom Center is also home to the American Ballet Theatre William J. Gillespie School. The Center presents a broad range of programming for audiences of all ages, including international ballet and dance, national tours of top Broadway shows, jazz and cabaret, contemporary artists, classical music performed by renowned chamber orchestras and ensembles, family-friendly programming, free performances open to the public from outdoor movie screenings to dancing on the plaza and many other special events. Segerstrom Center is a leader among the nation s performing arts centers for providing education programs designed to inspire young people through the arts. The Center s programs reach hundreds of thousands of students each year in five Southern California counties. Community engagement programs developed through the Center for Dance and Innovation and Center Without Boundaries also connect the Center more comprehensively with Orange County s many diverse communities. The CDI supports flagship artistic programming and a wide range of projects that celebrate innovation, nurture creativity and engage audiences of the future. It is home to the ABT Gillespie School and the School of Dance and Music for Children with Disabilities. The Center Without Boundaries develops partnerships with noncultural organizations to help them in their own efforts to respond to the ever-changing needs of the community. Segerstrom Center for the Arts is also proud to serve as the artistic home to three of the region s major performing arts organizations: Pacific Symphony, Philharmonic Society of Orange County and Pacific Chorale, who contribute greatly to the artistic life of the region with annual seasons performed at Segerstrom Center for the Arts. In addition to Segerstrom Center for the Arts as a presenting and producing institution, it also identifies the beautiful 14-acre campus that embraces the Center s own facilities as well as two independently acclaimed organizations: Tony Award -winning South Coast Repertory and a site designated as the future home of the Orange County Museum of Art.

8 SEGERSTROM CENTER FOR THE ARTS ANNOUNCES MUSIC SERIES JAZZ Vijay Iyer Trio October 5, 2019 Lisa Fischer & SFJAZZ Collective Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall October 25, 2019 Spanish Harlem Orchestra: Salsa Navidad December 21, 2019 Kandace Springs February 22, 2020 Cécile McLorin Salvant & Aaron Diehl Trio March 28, 2020 Clayton Brothers Quintet April 18, 2020 CABARET Betty Buckley October 17 19, 2019 Laura Benanti November 14 16, 2019 Annaleigh Ashford January 23 25, 2020 Patti LuPone Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall March 28, 2020 Megan Hilty April 23 25, 2020 CHAMBER Quartetto di Cremona October 24, 2019 Brentano String Quartet December 3, 2019 Doric String Quartet & Marc-André Hamelin February 13, 2020 Vienna Piano Trio February 29, 2020 Sibelius Piano Trio April 17, 2020 Emerson String Quartet May 7, 2020 Tickets and Renewals: In person - The Box Office 600 Town Center Drive Costa Mesa, CA Open 10 a.m. 6 p.m. daily Online - SCFTA.org Phone - (714) Open 10 a.m. 6 p.m. daily Group Sales - (714) Information provided is accurate at the time of printing, but is subject to change. Segerstrom Center for the Arts is a public, non-profit organization. Segerstrom Center for the Arts is a registered trademark. # # #