SYMPHONY. Unexpected!

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1 Tito Muñoz Virginia G. Piper Music Director One North First Street, Ste. 200 Phoenix, AZ Non Profit Org. U. S. Postage PAID Phoenix, AZ Permit /16 Season Subscribe today to get the best seats at the best price! HURRY, SINGLE TICKETS GO ON SALE MAY 4 EXCLUSIVE SUBSCRIBER PRESALE APRIL 27 SYMPHONY. Unexpected! phoenixsymphony.org /16 Season

2 THIS IS OUR Fun Side! That s not at all what I expected! Hang around after any of our concerts, parties or community events, and you will hear that phrase echoed by attendees. This upcoming season offers nearly 40 weeks of The Phoenix Symphony in concert, along with impactful community engagement and unique experiences that are simply unexpected. What you can expect from this brochure are descriptions of the exciting concerts and guests artists we ve planned for you this year. But what is new this season is a glimpse into the amazing experiences you can enjoy with The Phoenix Symphony, from intimate parties to spectacular celebrations, outreach in hospitals to homeless shelters, and unparalleled events like insightful pre-concert chats, private rehearsals, gripping multi-media concerts, delightful dining and signature cocktails. On that note, raise your Titotini and turn the page to see our fun side. Cheers to the 2015/2016 Season and Symphony Unexpected! UNEXPECTED PROGRAMMING What s the last thing you would expect to see at The Phoenix Symphony? The Beatles? A concert dedicated to Star Wars? If that s the last thing you would expect then you re in for a surprise!

3 Classics Opening Night! Tito Muñoz conducts: BEETHOVEN S SYMPHONY NO. 9 September 18, :30 pm September 19, :30 pm Tito Muñoz, conductor Andrea Shokery, soprano Beth Lytwynec, mezzo soprano Kevin Ray, tenor Kevin Deas, bass baritone The Phoenix Symphony Chorus Adam Schoenberg: American Symphony Ludwig van Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 in D minor, op. 125 Choral UNEXPECTED INSIGHT Arrive early and get the inside scoop on the music from the maestro and guest artists before every classical concert. Maestro Tito Muñoz debuts his second season as The Phoenix Symphony s Virginia G. Piper Music Director with a bold and powerful concert. Join Maestro Muñoz in this grand program as he leads The Phoenix Symphony, The Phoenix Symphony Chorus and talented soloists in Beethoven s final and most celebrated masterpiece, Symphony No. 9, featuring the famous Ode to Joy. This Opening Night program also features American Symphony by Adam Schoenberg, one of the most celebrated young composers of our time whose music is described by The New York Times as full of mystery and sensuality.

4 Classics RESPIGHI S Pines and Fountains of Rome October 9, :00 am* October 9, :30 pm October 10, :30 pm Michael Christie, conductor Victoria Vargos, mezzo soprano Giuseppe Verdi: Overture to La forza del destino Daron Hagen: Symphony No. 5 World premiere Ottorino Respighi: Fontane di Roma (Fountains of Rome) BRAHMS Symphony No. 2 November 20, :00 am* November 20, :30 pm November 21, :30 pm Tito Muñoz, conductor Jinjoo Cho, violin Johannes Brahms: Academic Festival Overture, op. 80 Igor Stravinsky: Concerto in D Major for Violin and Orchestra Johannes Brahms: Symphony No. 2 in D Major, op. 73 Continuing The Phoenix Symphony s Classics season, Tito Muñoz leads the orchestra in Brahms Symphony No. 2. After waiting many years to complete his first symphony, Brahms produced his second symphony almost overnight. The lilting Symphony No. 2 is generally regarded as the most genial and relaxed of Brahms four works in the genre, but its finale is jubilant and electrifying. The program opens with Brahms ebullient Academic Festival Overture and 26-year-old South Korean violinist Jinjoo Cho, winner of the 2014 International Violin Competition of Indianapolis, plays Stravinsky s neoclassical Violin Concerto. *Coffee Classics performances feature one hour of music selected from the weekend s program. Classics Ottorino Respighi: Pini di Roma (Pines of Rome) Music Director Laureate Michael Christie returns to conduct Ottorino Respighi s symphonic tone poems Fountains of Rome, romancing Rome s famous fountains at different times of the day, and Pines of Rome, depicting pine trees in different locations in Rome. The program also features Verdi s powerful Overture to his opera La forza del destino (The Force of Destiny) and the world premiere of Symphony No. 5 by Daron Hagen, recipient of the 2014 American Academy of Arts and UNEXPECTED COMMUNITY The Phoenix Symphony believes that music can benefit everyone. That s why we put our emphasis on the community. We visit schools, homeless shelters and hospitals throughout the Valley and bring the gift of music. Letters Award, a work commissioned specifically for performance by The Phoenix Symphony Commissioning Club. *Coffee Classics performances feature one hour of music selected from the weekend s program.

5 Classics With a flourish of his baton, maestro Tito Muñoz transports The Phoenix Symphony into the 21st century. Phoenix Magazine The Orchestra was altogether brilliant; a grand fusion of harps, strings, horns and percussion. Broadway World UNEXPECTED PRAISE Not only do our patrons love The Symphony, but so does the media. MASTERFUL Mozart January 8, :00 am* January 8, :30 pm January 9, :30 pm Tito Muñoz, conductor Shai Wosner, piano Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Overture to Le nozze di Figaro (The Marriage of Figaro), K. 492 Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Concerto No. 20 in D minor for Piano & Orchestra, K. 466 Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Eine kleine Nachtmusik (A Little Serenade) K. 525 Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Symphony No. 39 in E-flat Major, K. 543 Maestro Muñoz presents a rare treat of an all-mozart program with pieces composed during the prolific and final years of Mozart s short life. Symphony No. 39, with its warm yet dramatic tone, is sublimely beautiful. Internationally recognized pianist Shai Wosner, a BBC New Generation Artist, will make his Arizona debut performing the enigmatic Piano Concerto No. 20 in a program that also features the delightful and popular Eine kleine Nachtmusik and the whimsical overture to the operatic comedy Le nozze di Figaro (The Marriage of Figaro). BEETHOVEN S Symphony No. 7 Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts January 21, :30 pm* January 22, :00 am** January 22, :30 pm January 23, :30 pm Tito Muñoz, conductor Ah Young Hong, soprano The Phoenix Symphony Chorus Classics Andrew Norman: Unstuck Francis Poulenc: Gloria Ludwig van Beethoven: Symphony No. 7 in A Major, op. 92 Tito Muñoz brings a second offering of Beethoven to The Phoenix Symphony s Classics season with Symphony No. 7, which Beethoven felt was one of his best works. Primarily known for the hypnotic and beautiful second movement that has been featured in many film scores including the Academy Award-Winning The King s Speech, the symphony is both stirring and inspirational. Continuing to introduce patrons of The Phoenix Symphony to new young composers, Maestro Muñoz opens the program with Andrew Norman s new kinetic work, Unstuck, which musically documents his ability to overcome writer s block. Norman, a finalist for the 2012 Pulitzer Prize in Music and composer for famed artists like Emanuel Ax, is recognized as one of the most compelling musical voices of his generation. The program also highlights Poulenc s lighthearted but spiritual Gloria featuring The Phoenix Symphony Chorus. *Coffee Classics performances feature one hour of music selected from the weekend s program. *This concert is part of the Scottsdale Series and can be purchased in the Scottsdale Series Subscription or individually. **Coffee Classics performances feature one hour of music selected from the weekend s program.

6 RAVEL S Boléro HAYDN S Nelsonmesse Classics March 4, :30 pm March 5, :30 pm Andrew Grams, conductor Pascal Roge, piano Hector Berlioz: Overture to Le Corsaire, op. 21 Camille Saint-Saëns: Concerto No. 2 in G minor for Piano & Orchestra, op. 22 Maurice Ravel: Ma Mère l Oye (Mother Goose) Maurice Ravel: Boléro One of The Phoenix Symphony s favorite guest conductors, Andrew Grams, returns to lead Maurice Ravel s most famous work, Boléro. The crowd pleasing Boléro delights through the longest-sustained single crescendo of any orchestral work and inspires a visceral and sensual response. Pascal Roge, whose name is synonymous with the best piano performance of the French repertoire in the world today, also joins The Phoenix Symphony playing Saint-Saëns Concerto No. 2. March 18, :00 am* March 18, :30 pm March 19, :30 pm Tito Muñoz, conductor The Phoenix Symphony Chorus Sean Shepherd: Magiya Alberto Ginastera: Variaciones concertantes, op. 23 Joseph Haydn: Mass No. 11 in D minor, Nelsonmesse (Lord Nelson Mass)** Marice Ravel: Boléro (only in March 18, :00 am performance) Tito Muñoz continues his creative leadership with this diverse program. Arguably Haydn s greatest single composition, Nelsonmesse, or Missa in Agustiis, is one of six masses Haydn wrote late in his career. Transporting listeners from the greatest depths of despair to great joy, this choral masterpiece is not to be missed. Featuring another young American composer, the program begins with Magiya by Sean Shepherd, an exciting composer of the new American generation, according to The New York Times. Magiya, or Magic, co-commissioned by Carnegie Hall and the BBC, is a complex fanfare full of urgency and drive. The program also includes the exciting Variaciones concertantes by Ginastera featuring multiple virtuosic solos. *Coffee Classics performances feature one hour of music selected from the weekend s program. **Ravel s Boléro will be performed in lieu of Nelsonmesse for the Coffee Classics performance. Steve Hanusofski, Associate Principal & Bass Clarinet Tessa Gotman Bock, Second Violin UNEXPECTED CONVERSATION Get to know The Phoenix Symphony conductors and guest artists better by attending Meet the Artist Luncheons that include a plated lunch and question and answer session after each Coffee Classics concert.

7 Classics SIBELIUS Symphony No. 2 RACHMANINOFF S Piano Concerto No. 2 April 15, :00 am** April 15, :30 pm April 16, :30 pm Tito Muñoz, conductor Jennifer Koh, violin Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts April 28, :30 pm* April 29, :30 pm April 30, :30 pm Tito Muñoz, conductor Martina Filjak, piano Thomas Ades: Dances from Powder Her Face Sergei Rachmaninoff: Concerto No. 2 in C minor for Piano & Orchestra, op. 18 Antonin Dvořák: Symphony No. 8 in G Major, op. 88 UNEXPECTED DATES Think The Symphony would be a boring date? Think again! From our classy Classics concerts to our rockin Legends shows and every event in-between this is the perfect place to show your date how fun you are. Missy Mazzoli: River Rouge Transfiguration Leonard Bernstein: Serenade (After Plato s Symposium ) Jean Sibelius: Symphony No. 2 in D Major, op. 43 Continuing to weave new American artistic works into the season, Tito Muñoz opens the evening with a composition by Missy Mazzoli, the recipient of four ASCAP Young Composer Awards and a Fulbright Grant, who has been heralded as one of the more consistently inventive, surprising composers now working in New York by The New York Times. Mazzoli, who is influenced by minimalism, 19th-century Romanticism, techno and indie rock, has composed a gritty and complex work. The concert then features another New York and American favorite, Leonard Bernstein s unique and inventive violin concerto, Serenade, featuring the Arizona debut of violinist and International Tchaikovsky Competition winner, Jennifer Koh, known for her dazzling virtuosity. The program crests with the Symphony of Independence, Jean Sibelius Symphony No. 2. This creative program opens with Thomas Ades Dances from Powder Her Face, music from his opera which musically retells the downfall of Britain s Dirty Duchess, Margaret, Duchess of Argyll. Martina Filjak, winner of the first prize in the Cleveland International Piano Competition and called a pianist to watch by The New York Times, makes her Arizona debut with this powerhouse program. Garnering international praise for her poetic passion and magnetic stage presence, Filjak will perform the beautiful and rich Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 2. The program culminates with Dvořák s Symphony No. 8, often called his Pastoral, a work that stands apart from his other symphonic works and is one that is his most bucolic and idyllic. *This concert is part of the Scottsdale Series and can be purchased in the Scottsdale Series Subscription or individually. **Coffee Classics performances feature one hour of music selected from the weekend s program.

8 SCHEHERAZADE BERLIOZ and Sibelius UNEXPECTED DRINKS Add to the fun by enjoying our specialty drinks, like the Classics Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts May 12, :30 pm* Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts May 26, :30 pm* Titotini, made to match each individual performance. And now you can feel free to enjoy your drink at your seat. May 13, :30 pm May 14, :30 pm May 27, :00 am** May 27, :30 pm Titotini recipe 2 1/2 ounces Tito s Vodka 1/2 ounce dry vermouth 1-2 olives or a lemon twist for garnish Teddy Abrams, conductor Amit Peled, cello May 28, :30 pm Tito Muñoz, conductor Igor Stravinsky: Scherzo a la Russe Steven Moeckel, violin Dmitri Shostakovich: Cello Concerto No. 1 in E flat Major, op.107 Hector Berlioz: Le carnaval romain (Roman Carnival), op. 9 Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov: Scheherazade, op. 35 Jean Sibelius: Concerto in D minor for Violin & Orchestra, op. 47 Hector Berlioz: Symphonie fantastique (Fantastic Symphony), op. 14 Join Maestro Teddy Abrams in his debut with The Phoenix Symphony as he conducts Rimsky-Korsakov s famed Scheherazade, a seductive musical journey Berlioz s Symphonie fantastique describes a journey into the composer s based on tales from Arabian Nights. The program begins with Igor Stravinsky s lovesick mind and complete obsession with Irish actress Harriet Smithson. masterful Scherzo a la Russe with its lively and dancing spirit and features Berlioz s famous drama is epic in size, with its large orchestration and the return of Amit Peled for Shostakovich s popular and challenging Cello his larger-than-life life fantasy world. World-renowned violinist and Valley Concerto No. 1. favorite, Concertmaster Steven Moeckel, takes the stage to perform Sibelius technically demanding Concerto for Violin on his 1840 Jean-Baptiste Vuillaume instrument. *This concert is part of the Scottsdale Series and can be purchased in the Scottsdale Series Subscription or individually. **Coffee Classics performances feature one hour of music selected from the weekend s program.

9 Classics THE EARTH An HD Odyssey The Earth An HD Odyssey, is truly an out-of-this-world concert experience. The multi-sensory event showcases classical blockbusters with an arresting multi-media presentation. The Phoenix Symphony s performance of John Adams Short Ride in a Fast Machine and Strauss epic Also sprach Zarathustra, featured in 2001: A Space Odyssey, is complemented by striking and majestic high definition images taken from NASA missions in Earth s orbit. This event is not to be missed. June 3, :30 pm June 4, :30 pm Tito Muñoz, conductor Richard Wagner: Overture to Der fliegende Holländer (The Flying Dutchman) Philip Glass: The Secret Agent: Three Pieces Janes Horner: Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan John Adams: Short Ride in a Fast Machine Richard Strauss: Also sprach Zarathustra, op. 30 UNEXPECTED SIGHTS You don t just listen at The Symphony you also get to enjoy specially selected multi-media imagery at many of our concerts!

10 TRIBUTE to the BRAVE Pops October 2, :30 pm October 3, :30 pm October 4, :00 pm Jacomo Bairos, conductor The Phoenix Symphony kicks off its 2015/16 APS Pops series with a dynamic multi-media experience in tribute to all who have fought for the freedoms we enjoy and those who revere our country s great history as we mark the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, the 75th anniversary of World War I and the 50th anniversary of World War II. Westwater Arts returns to Phoenix from its acclaimed 2012 Centennial performance of the Grand Canyon Suite with powerful symphonic photochoreography using hundreds of archival photographs projected on screens above the orchestra. The first photographic essay, The Eternal Struggle, is a poignant glimpse into what it was like to live and govern during the Civil War set to the words of Abraham Lincoln through the incomparable music of Aaron Copland s Lincoln Portrait. Next, The Symphony performs No Man s Land, commemorating World War I and the collision between centuries-old traditions and the emergence of modern warfare with the music of Shostakovich s Symphony No. 5. Then, through Citizen Soldier, The Phoenix Symphony reflects on the more than 100 million men and women who participated in history s most widespread conflict, World War II, set to Barber s Second Essay for Orchestra. Finishing out the program are inspirational and patriotic tributes in support of our men and women in uniform.

11 UNEXPECTED VOLUNTEERS There s more than one way to support your Symphony. Our volunteers donate their time and they have a blast. Pops November 27, :30 pm November 28, :30 pm November 29, :00 pm Tito Muñoz, conductor Kick off your holiday season with the whole family during Thanksgiving weekend with Pixar in Concert. From the Toy Story trilogy to The Incredibles and Up, Pixar Animation Studios has forever impacted filmmaking and given audiences of all ages some of the most beloved characters in cinematic history. The Phoenix Symphony presents Pixar in Concert, with visually stunning film clips projected on screen while The Phoenix Symphony plays the memorable scores from each of Pixar s movies, including its latest release, Monsters University. Alex Laing, Principal Clarinet

12 HOLIDAY POPS Pops December 4, :30 pm December 5, :30 pm December 6, :00 pm Jacomo Bairos, conductor Tony DeSare, piano/vocal The Phoenix Symphony Chorus It s the most wonderful time of year as the Valley s most beloved holiday tradition, Holiday Pops, returns to. Join The Phoenix Symphony and The Phoenix Symphony Chorus to experience this festive concert of seasonal favorites and the everpopular Holiday Sing-Along, guaranteed to put you and your family in the holiday spirit. These performances are made possible by UNEXPECTED HOMES Attend one of our Parties of Note and visit some of the majestic homes of the Valley as our hosts invite Symphony supporters inside their homes for a night of music, dining and conversation.

13 Pops Music of JOHN WILLIAMS January 2, :30 pm January 3, :00 pm Stuart Chafetz, conductor Best known for his iconic film scores and ceremonial music, John Williams is one of the most popular and successful American orchestral composers of the modern age. Hear The Phoenix Symphony perform highlights from over 60 years of John Williams scores, including Star Wars, Harry Potter, E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial, Indiana Jones, Jaws, Schindler s List, Born on the Fourth of July and many more. UNEXPECTED IMPACT The Phoenix Symphony believes in educating the next generation of music lovers. That s why we created Symphony for the Schools. These concerts are specially performed for school-age children and cover everything from anti-bullying to the history of our great state.

14 HUMAN NATURE Pops January 15, :00 am Savor the Symphony January 15, :30 pm January 16, :30 pm January 17, :00 pm Robert Franz, conductor Human Nature, vocalists You ll be dancing in the aisles as Human Nature makes their Arizona debut with The Phoenix Symphony. Bigger than the Beatles in Australia, Smokey Robinson discovered this amazing group of Motown singers and brought them to America, where they quickly gained fame as openers for chart toppers like Celine Dion and Michael Jackson. Currently playing to sold out houses at the famed Venetian Hotel on the Las Vegas Strip, Human Nature brings their amazing vocal harmonies to Phoenix for the first time. These four talented performers sing their own multi-platinum hits and the best of Motown in a show that is sure to not only bring back memories but also create new ones in a special way. Get ready because here comes Human Nature. Don t forget to add on a reservation for the Savor the Symphony Women s Luncheon. UNEXPECTED SNEAK PEEKS When you attend Savor the Symphony, you not only get to enjoy a meal created by a top Valley chef, you also get an exclusive opportunity to take a sneak peek of what goes on behind the scenes during a Phoenix Symphony rehearsal.

15 Pops JASON ALEXANDER January 30, :30 pm January 31, :00 pm Jason Alexander, vocalist Tito Muñoz, Virginia G. Piper Music Director Tessa Gotman Bock, Second Violin Dian D Avanzo, Assistant Concertmaster Alex Laing, Principal Clarinet Jing Zeng, First Violin Viviana Cumplido Wilson, Principal Flute Adrienne Finet, Second Violin Steve Hanusofski, Associate Principal & Bass Clarinet UNEXPECTED FRIENDS A world-class orchestra has world-class friends like Stephen Spielberg, John Williams, Justice Sandra Day O Connor, Jeff Gordon and Larry Fitzgerald to name a few. Long before he became Seinfeld s George Costanza, the vastly talented Jason Alexander was a Tony Award-winning Broadway musical star. Worried this is a concert about nothing? Absolutely not! Alexander shares his musical journey and passion for Broadway, stage and screen. Don t miss this blockbuster night as Jason Alexander makes his Arizona symphonic debut with The Phoenix Symphony in an evening filled with music, humor and fun.

16 Pops Pops THE GERSHWIN EXPERIENCE: Here to Stay March 11, :30 pm March 12, :30 pm March 13, :00 pm Dirk Meyer, conductor Lisa Vroman, vocalist Ryan VanDemBoom, tap dancer Here to Stay is a multi-media concert celebrating the genius of George and Ira Gershwin, with hits like I Got Rhythm, Strike Up the Band, The Man I Love, S Wonderful and other favorites. Featuring leading Grammy Award-winning soprano Lisa Vroman and tap dancing sensation Ryan VanDemBoom, this Phoenix Symphony event also showcases rare audio and video footage, family photos and elegant, state-of-the-art visuals of the Gershwins. This will be a night of music and entertainment you won t want to miss! UNEXPECTED DINING As an unexpected benefit of being a subscriber, take advantage of our Patron Privilege Card that will save you 10% on the amazing restaurants in the area like Donovan s or The Strand Urban Italian on your way to The Symphony. A NIGHT AT THE OSCARS April 9, :30 pm April 10, :00 pm Stuart Chafetz, conductor Rich Ridenour, piano Diane Penning, vocalist Brandon Ridenour, trumpet Lights, camera, action! Come dressed for the red carpet as The Phoenix Symphony brings the music of the silver screen to, performing songs from Oscar-nominated and winning dramas, romances and Hollywood classics.

17 ABBA: The Concert! Pops April 23, :00 pm April 23, :30 pm April 24, :00 pm Matthew Kasper, conductor Waterloo, vocalists The Swedish pop group ABBA sold more than 370 million albums worldwide, spawned a hit Broadway musical that was adapted into a film starring Meryl Streep and arguably created the most enjoyable dance music ever. Get as close as you can to the original group by experiencing ABBA: The Concert! featuring renowned Swedish cover band Waterloo, live with The Phoenix Symphony. With original ABBA band members, Waterloo has appeared in more than 25 countries around the world including sold out performances at The Royal Albert Hall and the Hollywood Bowl. Don t miss your chance to experience ABBA s greatest hits like Take a Chance on Me, Mamma Mia and Dancing Queen in a performance that will make you want to wear sequins and polyester once again. UNEXPECTED NETWORKING Interested in getting to know people who have the same interests as you? Join The Phoenix Symphony Young Professionals and build a great network while attending the best events in the valley.

18 Pops Pops KRISTIN CHENOWETH May 21, :30 pm May 22, :00 pm Mary Mitchell Campbell, conductor Kristin Chenoweth, vocalist Actress and recording artist Kristin Chenoweth makes her debut with The Phoenix Symphony to close out the 2015/16 APS Pops Series. This multi-talented star has effortlessly transitioned between stage, television and film. She received a Best Supporting Actress Emmy for her work on Pushing Daisies and a Tony for her performance in You re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, as well as nominations for her roles in Fox s Glee and Broadway s Wicked. As a veteran of the concert stage, Kristin has performed to sold out crowds in concert halls across the country. Join Kristin and The Phoenix Symphony for two nights only of magic as she performs songs from Broadway and the Great American Songbook. UNEXPECTED FUN The Phoenix Symphony has something for everyone. Enjoy a fun night out with the girls, quality time with the family, a date night, or a corporate event. Whatever the occasion, it is always the perfect time to be with The Symphony. Jing Zeng, First Violin Dian D Avanzo, Assistant Concertmaster Tito Muñoz, Virginia G. Piper Music Director Alex Laing, Principal Clarinet Tessa Gotman Bock, Second Violin

19 Legends The Music of MICHAEL JACKSON Legends BEATLEMANIA January 29, :30 pm Matthew Kasper, conductor Classical Mystery Tour, vocalists Imagine The Beatles playing in concert with a symphony orchestra. What would that have sounded like? Find out for yourself when Classical Mystery Tour, the premier Beatles tribute band joins your Phoenix Symphony in a show the Los Angeles Times called more than just an incredible simulation a live performance with a high goose-bump quotient. The four musicians in Classical Mystery Tour look and sound just like John, Paul, George and Ringo and they perform 50 years of timeless Beatles hits from Please, Please Me all the way to Abbey Road. Many Beatles fans never had the opportunity to experience a live Beatles show. Now you can with The Phoenix Symphony. UNEXPECTED TRIBUTES At The Phoenix Symphony we love celebrating all classical music including classic rock like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones and Led Zeppelin. The Music of BILLY JOEL May 20, :30 pm Matthew Kasper, conductor Michael Cavanaugh, piano/vocalist April 8, :30 pm Brent Havens, conductor Chester Gregory, vocalist From his early years with the Jackson 5 to his mega-hit album Thriller and beyond, Michael Jackson stormed the music industry with hit after hit. The Music of Michael Jackson takes you through each era of this storied performer from hits like ABC and I ll Be There through Beat It, Thriller, Rock With You, The Way You Make Me Feel and many, many more. Chester Gregory debuted on Broadway in the Tony Award-winning musical Hairspray and sang for the legendary King of Pop. He joins conductor Brent Havens and The Phoenix Symphony for an evening filled with fabulous music spanning 40 years of Michael Jackson s influential and celebrated career! Hand-picked by Billy Joel to play the title role in the Broadway musical Moving Out, Grammy and Tony nominated Michael Cavanaugh won the hearts of audiences and critics alike. In this tribute to Billy Joel, hear many of the Piano Man s biggest hits including She s Got a Way, New York State of Mind, Uptown Girl and Just the Way You Are live with The Phoenix Symphony.

20 Family STAR WARS: The Music October 25, :00 pm Get into the intergalactic spirit and be ready for Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens. Join us for a family performance dedicated to the music of Star Wars. This epic adventure invades with John Williams acclaimed music including the Main Theme and the Imperial March. PERFECT PITCH: Celebration of Sports and Music Orpheum Theater February 28, :00 pm Family Let s play ball! Come dressed in your favorite team or club sports jersey as The Phoenix Symphony rocks a family concert dedicated to sports and heart pumping music of all kinds. This fun original Family Series concert will feature favorites like the University of Arizona and Arizona State Fight Songs, the theme from Rocky and the exciting Raiders March from Indiana Jones. SUPER HEROES September 27, :00 pm Put on your best cape and get ready for the iconic music from your favorite superhero films and television shows. Your Spidey senses will tingle, and you will be at the edge of your seat when you hear music from your favorite superhero movies: Batman, Superman, Captain America, The Incredibles, X-Men and many more! Patrons of all ages are invited to come dressed as their favorite superhero. SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK! January 10, :00 pm A brand new Family Series concert based on the iconic television series Schoolhouse Rock! Bop along to catchy, tongue-twisting tunes like Conjunction Junction, Mother Necessity and I m Just a Bill, that combine scholastic themes and popular classical music.

21 Scottsdale BEETHOVEN S Symphony No. 7 SCHEHERAZADE Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts May 12, :30 pm RESPIGHI S Pines and Fountains of Rome October 9, :00 am BEETHOVEN S Symphony No. 7 January 22, :00 am Coffee Classics Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts January 21, :30 pm RACHMANINOFF S Piano Concerto No. 2 Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts April 28, :30 pm See Classics Series for details and descriptions. BERLIOZ and Sibelius Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts May 26, :30 pm UNEXPECTED VENUES You don t always have to travel downtown to see The Phoenix Symphony perform. We play at venues around the Valley, including Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts and Mesa Arts Center. BRAHMS Symphony No. 2 November 20, :00 am MASTERFUL Mozart January 8, :00 am Coffee Classics Performances feature one hour of music selected from the weekend s Classics program. RAVEL S Boléro March 18, :00 am SIBELIUS Symphony No. 2 April 15, :00 am BERLIOZ and Sibelius May 27, :00 am

22 Special Special PERFORMANCES SINATRA SINGS SINATRA Mesa Arts Center February 4, :30 pm MUSIC OF WHITNEY HOUSTON Mesa Arts Center February 27, :30 pm HANDEL S MESSIAH Locations throughout the Valley December 9 13, 2015 Tito Muñoz, conductor The Phoenix Symphony Chorus PERFORMANCES Sinatra Sings Sinatra: Join Frank Sinatra Jr. alongside The Phoenix Symphony in a celebration of the music, life and legend of Frank Sinatra Sr. at Mesa Arts Center. Frank Sinatra Jr. takes the stage delivering a personal recollection of life on and off stage with his iconic father. Don t miss this one-of-a-kind multi-media concert experience including stories, photos, videos and iconic music of Frank Sinatra. Broadway sensation Rashidra Scott joins The Phoenix Symphony to celebrate the amazing music and extraordinary talent of Whitney Houston. Don t miss an evening of Whitney favorites like Saving All My Love, How Will I Know?, Where Do Broken Hearts Go? and, of course, I Will Always Love You at Mesa Arts Center. Handel s massive oratorio makes a profound musical statement of the Christian faith, celebrating the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The acclaimed and popular Halleluiah chorus highlights this spiritual concert. Join Music Director Tito Muñoz as he leads the Valley s favorite holiday tradition as The Phoenix Symphony, The Phoenix Symphony Chorus and soloists perform Handel s Messiah in churches and venues throughout the Valley. CIRQUE DE LA SYMPHONIE CHRIS BOTTI Mesa Arts Center March 26, :30 pm Mesa Arts Center February 19, :30 pm February 20, :30 pm Grammy Award-winning trumpet player Chris Botti makes his Phoenix Symphony debut for an evening of jazz classics. Swing to the sophisticated sounds of America s best-selling jazz instrumentalist alongside the The Phoenix Symphony The Phoenix Symphony brings the world-famous Cirque de la Symphonie to in this magnetic must-hear performance at Mesa Arts Center. Mesa Arts Center. Don t miss this high-flying and talented Cirque troop including hula hoops, strong men, contortionists and gravity defying aerialists and jugglers as they once again join The Phoenix Symphony on stage and 40 feet above it.

23 Special PERFORMANCES Special PERFORMANCES NEW YEAR S EVE December 31, :00 pm December 31, :30 pm Stuart Chafetz, conductor End the year on a high note with The Phoenix Symphony in the Valley s most popular New Year s Eve Celebration. Enjoy famous Strauss waltzes, seasonal classics and Broadway and contemporary favorites all with a complimentary glass of Champagne to celebrate the New Year. Don t miss this joyous and popular musical celebration that is sure to sell out. Enjoy your choice of two special performances at 4:00 pm or 7:30 pm. Concert and Street Festival presented by Barrett-Jackson Auction Company October 24, 2015 After the successful 2014 debut of The Sound of Speed, Barrett-Jackson Auction Company and The Phoenix Symphony team up once again to bring this world-class concert and event back to downtown Phoenix. The evening kicks off with the Barrett-Jackson Pit Road Street Festival featuring over 30 cars from some of the world s greatest car collections all with food trucks, bars and live entertainment. The party then moves inside for The Sound of Speed Concert, a one-of-a-kind concert dedicated to cars, racing and music. All ticket holders to the Sound of Speed Concert and the Sound of Speed VIP/ sponsor event will have complimentary access to the Street Festival. Sponsorships begin at $5,000. VIP tickets start at $500. Concert and Street Festival Tickets available at phoenixsymphony.org UNEXPECTED PARTNERSHIPS A thriving arts community knows no bounds, and The Phoenix Symphony is a proud partner with dozens of leaders like Barrett-Jackson Auto Auction, Phoenix International Raceway, Ballet Arizona and more.

24 Special EVENTS Classics Series Subscriptions WOMEN S LUNCHEON January 15, :00 am Join us for the 4th Annual Savor the Symphony Women s Luncheon, featuring a unique opportunity to see the vocal phenoms, Human Nature. Bigger than the Beatles in Australia, Smokey Robinson discovered this amazing group of Motown singers and brought them to America where they quickly gained fame as openers for chart toppers like Celine Dion and Michael Jackson. Currently playing to sold out houses at the famed Venetian Hotel on the Las Vegas Strip, Human Nature brings their amazing vocal harmonies to Phoenix for the first time. Eavesdrop on an exclusive Human Nature rehearsal with The Phoenix Symphony as these four talented performers sing their own multi-platinum hits and the best of Motown. Then dine at a luncheon prepared by Chef Beau MacMillian, the famed Executive Chef of Phoenix s Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain. Hear Human Nature and MacMillan discuss their experiences and journey with music and food. All proceeds from this one-of-a-kind luncheon benefit The Phoenix Symphony s Education and Community Engagement initiatives. Sponsorships begin at $2,500. Individual tickets start at $200. The popular Parties of Note series continues, with an array of intimate Symphony performances at the Valley s most magnificent private homes. The 2015/16 Parties of Note event series will be even more spectacular, featuring spaces with world class art collections, stunning views, and beautiful gardens. Each party features an exclusive performance by Phoenix Symphony musicians. The 2015/16 Parties of Note event dates will be announced on The Phoenix Symphony website in the fall. Individual tickets are $175. YUJA WANG May 5, 2016 Recognized as one of the most important pianists of her generation, Yuja Wang performs in an intimate salon setting at a private home. This spectacular, one-of-a-kind evening, designed for The Phoenix Symphony by Ms. Wang, will capture her depth of musical insight, her fresh interpretation and charismatic presence. Seating is limited for this special and unique performance, followed by a dinner and conversation with Ms. Wang. All proceeds for this event will benefit The Symphony s Education and Community Outreach programs. For reservations and information events@phoenixsymphony.org CLASSICS 12 FRIDAYS Friday nights Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $ Includes these 12 concerts: Sept 18, 2015 Tito Muñoz conducts Beethoven s Symphony No. 9 Oct 9, 2015 Michael Christie conducts Respighi Nov 20, 2015 Tito Muñoz conducts Brahms Symphony No. 2 Jan 8, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Mozart Jan 22, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Beethoven s Symphony No. 7 Mar 4, 2016 Andrew Grams conducts Ravel s Bolero Mar 18, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Haydn s Nelsonmesse Apr 15, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Sibelius Symphony No. 2 Apr 29, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Rachmaninoff s Piano Concerto No. 2 May 13, 2016 Teddy Abrams conducts Rimsky- Korsakov s Scheherazade May 27, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Berlioz and Sibelius Jun 3, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts The Earth HD Odyssey CLASSICS 12 SATURDAYS Saturday nights Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $ Includes these 12 concerts: Sept 19, 2015 Tito Muñoz conducts Beethoven s Symphony No. 9 Oct 10, 2015 Michael Christie conducts Respighi Nov 21, 2015 Tito Muñoz conducts Brahms Symphony No. 2 Jan 9, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Mozart Jan 23, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Beethoven s Symphony No. 7 Mar 5, 2016 Andrew Grams conducts Ravel s Bolero Mar 19, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Haydn s Nelsonmesse Apr 16, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Sibelius Symphony No. 2 Apr 30, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Rachmaninoff s Piano Concerto No. 2 May 14, 2016 Teddy Abrams conducts Rimsky- Korsakov s Scheherazade May 28, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Berlioz and Sibelius Jun 4, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts The Earth HD Odyssey COFFEE CLASSICS* Friday mornings Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Includes these 7 concerts: Oct 9, 2015 Michael Christie conducts Respighi Nov 20, 2015 Tito Muñoz conducts Brahms Symphony No. 2 Jan 8, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Mozart Jan 22, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Beethoven s Symphony No. 7 Mar 18, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Ravel s Boléro Apr 15, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Sibelius Symphony No. 2 May 27, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Berlioz and Sibelius *Coffee Classics Performances feature one hour of music selected from the weekend s Classics program. The seatmap for Coffee Classics Performances is different from the one shown in this brochure. Artists, dates and programming subject to change. Visit phoenixsymphony.org for the most up to date information.

25 Classics Series Subscriptions Classics Series Subscriptions CLASSICS 6A FRIDAYS CLASSICS 6B FRIDAYS CLASSICS 6A SATURDAYS CLASSICS 6B SATURDAYS CHOOSE YOUR OWN COMBO CHOOSE YOUR OWN Friday nights Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $ Includes these 6 concerts: Friday nights Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $ Includes these 6 concerts: Saturday nights Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $ Includes these 6 concerts: Saturday nights Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $ Includes these 6 concerts: Choose any 4 Concerts from Friday or Saturday night Classics Series Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $ Choose any 4 Concerts from the Classics and Pops Series* prices may vary *Excludes Coffee Classics, Family, Legends and Special Performances. Sept 18, 2015 Tito Muñoz conducts Beethoven s Symphony No. 9 Nov 20, 2015 Tito Muñoz conducts Brahms Symphony No. 2 Jan 22, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Beethoven s Symphony No. 7 Mar 18, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Haydn s Nelsonmesse Apr 29, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Rachmaninoff s Piano Concerto No. 2 Oct 9, 2015 Michael Christie conducts Respighi Jan 8, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Mozart Mar 4, 2016 Andrew Grams conducts Ravel s Bolero Apr 15, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Sibelius Symphony No. 2 May 13, 2016 Teddy Abrams conducts Rimsky- Korsakov s Scheherazade Jun 3, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts The Earth HD Odyssey Sept 19, 2015 Tito Muñoz conducts Beethoven s Symphony No. 9 Nov 21, 2015 Tito Muñoz conducts Brahms Symphony No. 2 Jan 23, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Beethoven s Symphony No. 7 Mar 19, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Haydn s Nelsonmesse Apr 30, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Rachmaninoff s Piano Concerto No. 2 Oct 10, 2015 Michael Christie conducts Respighi Jan 9, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Mozart Mar 5, 2016 Andrew Grams conducts Ravel s Bolero Apr 16, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Sibelius Symphony No. 2 May 14, 2016 Teddy Abrams conducts Rimsky- Korsakov s Scheherazade Jun 4, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts The Earth HD Odyssey BALCONY May 27, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Berlioz and Sibelius May 28, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Berlioz and Sibelius Artists, dates and programming subject to change. Visit phoenixsymphony.org for the most up to date information. Artists, dates and programming subject to change. Visit phoenixsymphony.org for the most up to date information. Section B Section A Section C STAGE

26 Pops Series Subscriptions Pops Series Subscriptions POPS 10 SATURDAYS POPS 10 SUNDAYS POPS 5 FRIDAYS POPS 5 RED SATURDAYS POPS 5 BLUE SATURDAYS CHOOSE YOUR OWN Saturday nights Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $ Includes these 10 concerts: Sunday matinée Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $ Includes these 10 concerts: Friday nights Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $ Includes these 5 concerts: Saturday nights Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $ Includes these 5 concerts: Saturday nights Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $ Includes these 5 concerts: Choose any 4 Concerts Friday, Saturday or Sunday Pops Series Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $ Oct 3, 2015 A Tribute to the Brave Oct 4, 2015 A Tribute to the Brave Oct 2, 2015 A Tribute to the Brave Oct 3, 2015 A Tribute to the Brave Nov 28, 2015 Pixar in Concert Nov 28, 2015 Pixar in Concert Nov 29, 2015 Pixar in Concert Nov 27, 2015 Pixar in Concert Dec 5, 2015 Holiday Pops Jan 2, 2016 Music of John Williams Dec 5, 2015 Holiday Pops Dec 6, 2015 Holiday Pops Dec 4, 2015 Holiday Pops Jan 16, 2016 Human Nature Jan 30, 2016 Jason Alexander Jan 2, 2016 Music of John Williams Jan 3, 2016 Music of John Williams Jan 15, 2016 Human Nature Mar 12, 2016 The Gershwin Experience Apr 9, 2016 A Night at the Oscars Jan 16, 2016 Human Nature Jan 17, 2016 Human Nature Mar 11, 2016 The Gershwin Experience Apr 23, 2016 ABBA: The Concert! May 21, 2016 Kristin Chenoweth Jan 30, 2016 Jason Alexander Jan 31, 2016 Jason Alexander Mar 12, 2016 The Gershwin Experience Apr 9, 2016 A Night at the Oscars Mar 13, 2016 The Gershwin Experience Apr 10, 2016 A Night at the Oscars POPS 4 RED FRIDAYS BALCONY Apr 23, 2016 ABBA: The Concert! May 21, 2016 Kristin Chenoweth Apr 24, 2016 ABBA: The Concert! May 22, 2016 Kristin Chenoweth Friday nights Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $ Includes these 4 concerts: Artists, dates and programming subject to change. Visit phoenixsymphony.org for the most up to date information. Oct 2, 2015 A Tribute to the Brave Dec 4, 2015 Holiday Pops Jan 15, 2016 Human Nature Mar 11, 2016 The Gershwin Experience Artists, dates and programming subject to change. Visit phoenixsymphony.org for the most up to date information. Section B Section A Section C STAGE

27 Legends, Family and Scottsdale Series FAMILY Includes all 4 Family Series concerts Adult Child Price A $68.40 $51.32 Price B $54.00 $40.52 Price C $39.60 $29.72 Sunday Afternoons one hour of music with one hour of pre-concert children s activities Sept 27, 2015 Super Heroes Oct 25, 2015 Star Wars: The Music Jan 10, 2016 Schoolhouse Rock! Feb 28, 2016 Perfect Pitch: Celebration of Sports LEGENDS Section B Section A Section C SCOTTSDALE Includes all 4 Family Series concerts Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Jan 21, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Beethoven s Symphony No. 7 April 28, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Rachmaninoff May 12, 2016 Teddy Abrams conducts Scheherazade May 26, 2016 Tito Muñoz conducts Berlioz and Sibelius BALCONY The Best Seats at the Best Price Subscribers always have the best seats and discounted prices. Exclusive Concert Pre-Sales Subscribers have the first opportunity to reserve tickets to any of our performances before the general public. Prepaid Parking Privileges Subscribers can take the hassle out of getting to concerts. Prepaid parking guarantees you will have a parking space for all the concerts in your series. Subscriber Benefits Patron Privilege Card This special card is exclusive to subscribers and provides you with a 10% discount on meals purchased at select restaurants in the Valley during the 2015/16 Season. Complimentary Seat Upgrade* Enjoy a complimentary seat upgrade for a single concert perfect for a special night or to try out seats in another section. Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $ Includes these 3 concerts: Jan 29, 2016 Beatlemania Apr 8, 2016 The Music of Michael Jackson May 20, 2016 Piano Man The Music of Billy Joel Artists, dates and programming subject to change. Visit phoenixsymphony.org for the most up to date information. Section B Section A Section C STAGE Free Ticket Exchanges New this season, ticket exchanges are free for subscribers. If your schedule changes, your tickets can too. Not all concerts are eligible for exchange. Please check with our Patron Services staff for more information. *Select subscriber benefits do not apply to Choose Your Own packages.

28 Ways to Subscribe Full Classics & Pops Subscriptions We offer two full Classics Series subscriptions on Friday and Saturday evenings. Additionally, there are three full Pops Series subscriptions to choose from, offering concerts in the Pops Series on Friday and Saturday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Half Classics & Pops Subscriptions You can also purchase a variety of half subscriptions, featuring combinations of concerts featured on each night of the Classics and Pops Series. Coffee Classics Subscription Enjoy all seven of the concerts in the Coffee Classics Series on Friday afternoons. Don t forget to ask about the Meet the Artist Luncheons! Scottsdale Subscription This subscription offers four of the concerts from the Classics Series at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. CAN T DECIDE HOW TO SUBSCRIBE? Choose Your Own The Choose Your Own subscriptions offer you the flexibility to decide exactly which concerts you want to attend. Simply pick four or more of your favorite concerts from the Classics or Pops Series to create your own season. Classics Choose Your Own: Choose 4 or more concerts from the Classics Series. Pops Choose Your Own: Choose 4 or more concerts form the Pops Series. Combo Choose Your Own: Mix and match 4 or more concerts from the Classics or Pops Series. Family Subscription Enjoy all four of the Family Series concerts, complete with one hour of family-friendly pre-concert activities, including the popular Instrument Petting Zoo. Legends Series Enjoy three concerts filled with chart topping hits from some of rock and pop s greatest recording artists of all time. BY PHONE For instant renewals only. Please remember that any changes to your series must be made in writing. ONLINE Complete your order online at phoenixsymphony.org IN PERSON Visit us anytime during weekday Patron Services hours 9 am to 5 pm at our main office at One North First Street, Suite 200.