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2 WASO* & ASHER * PRINCIPAL CONDUCTOR & ARTISTIC ADVISER Asher Fisch Partnered by Wesfarmers Arts CONDUCTOR LAUREATE Vladimir Verbitsky CHORUS DIRECTOR Christopher van Tuinen CHORUS VOCAL COACH Andrew Foote VIOLIN Semra Lee-Smith Assistant Concertmaster Zak Rowntree 2nd Violin Kylie Liang Assistant 2nd Violin Sarah Blackman Fleur Challen Stephanie Dean Rebecca Glorie Beth Hebert Shaun Lee-Chen # Akiko Miyazawa Anna O Hagan Melanie Pearn Ken Peeler Graham Pyatt Louise Sandercock Jolanta Schenk Jane Serrangeli Ellie Shalley Jacek Slawomirski Bao Di Tang Cerys Tooby Teresa Vinci David Yeh VIOLA Caleb Wright Kierstan Arkleysmith Nik Babic Alex Brogan Katherine Drake Alison Hall Rachael Kirk Allan McLean Helen Tuckey CELLO Rod McGrath Louise McKay Assoc Shigeru Komatsu Oliver McAslan Nicholas Metcalfe Eve Silver # Fotis Skordas Tim South Xiao Le Wu DOUBLE BASS Andrew Rootes # Joan Wright Assoc Christine Reitzenstein Louise Ross Andrew Tait Mark Tooby FLUTE Andrew Nicholson Chair Partnered by Apache Mary-Anne Blades Assoc PICCOLO Michael Waye OBOE Peter Facer Elizabeth Chee Assoc COR ANGLAIS Leanne Glover CLARINET Allan Meyer Lorna Cook BASS CLARINET Alexander Millier Chair partnered by Altegra Property Group BASSOON Jane Kircher-Lindner Chair partnered by Sue & Ron Wooller Adam Mikulicz Assoc CONTRABASSOON Chloe Turner HORN David Evans Sharn McIver Assoc Robert Gladstones 3rd Julia Brooke Francesco Lo Surdo TRUMPET Brent Grapes Evan Cromie Assoc Peter Miller TROMBONE Joshua Davis Liam O Malley Assoc BASS TROMBONE Philip Holdsworth TUBA Cameron Brook TIMPANI Alex Timcke PERCUSSION Robyn Gray Troy Greatz Assoc HARP Sarah Bowman # Instruments used by these musicians are on loan from Janet Holmes à Court AC.

3 PINCHAS ZUKERMAN PLAYS BRAHMS HAKAN HARDENBERGER PREMIERES MARK-ANTHONY TURNAGE WHY SUBSCRIBE? BRAHMS FESTIVAL ALCOHOL.THINK AGAIN MASTERS SERIES MACA LIMITED CLASSICS SERIES MORNING SYMPHONY SERIES FAMILY SERIES SPECIAL EVENTS 4 concerts Brahms symphonies and concertos performed by Asher Fisch, Pinchas Zukerman, Garrick Ohlsson and Amanda Forsyth. 8 concerts Powerful and inspirational works performed by acclaimed international artists. 8 concerts Your favourite classics including Bolero, Rhapsody in Blue and Carmina Burana. 8 concerts A delightful series of one-hour daytime concerts featuring much-loved classics. 2 concerts Captivating stories, enchanting music and entertaining visuals in concerts specially designed for families. Not your typical orchestral experience! There is something for everyone in this varied selection of special events WASO in the Community 32 Subscription Information 34 How to Book 36 Perth Concert Hall 37 Ticket Prices 38 Booking Form 39 Repertoire 42 Philanthropy 43 Corporate Partners 44 Concert Calendar 45 KATE CEBERANO SINGS THE MUSIC OF JAMES BOND Get the best seats and save up to 20% with a package of concerts from the 2015 WASO season. EXPERIENCE THE BENEFITS Biggest Savings Save between 5% and 20% and pay no booking fees for packages. Best Seats Get the best seats before they go on sale to the general public. Free Ticket Exchanges If your schedule changes, exchange your tickets to other 2015 season concerts for free.* Ticket Discounts Save on additional tickets to most of our 2015 season concerts. Single ticket prices may increase, but subscriber prices will stay the same.** Pre-sale Priority Subscribers get to purchase tickets before they go on sale to the general public for concerts added throughout the season. Easy Payment Plans Order early and pay in 2, 3 or 4 instalments.*** Arts, Dining & Shopping Discounts Our subscriber card offers discounts to opera, theatre and ballet performances, restaurants and retailers. * Conditions apply, not applicable for some special events. ** Where applicable. *** A transaction fee applies. More information on page CONCERT PACKAGES SAVE UP TO 20% 2 PRE- SELECTED PACKAGES SAVE UP TO 15% 3 CREATE YOUR OWN PACKAGES SAVE UP TO 20% Packages where you get the same seat for every concert. Select from Brahms Festival and our Masters, Classics, Morning Symphony and Family Series. See page 38 for details. Packages with a selection of concerts from our special events, Brahms Festival, Masters and Classics Series. Select from our Pop, Premier, Piano or Choral packages. See page 35 for details. Subscribe your way! Enjoy the flexibility of choosing a concert package that is tailored to your schedule and interests. Select 4 or more concerts from selected special events, Brahms Festival and our Masters, Classics or Morning Symphony Series. See page 41 for details. SUBSCRIBE NOW Call , visit waso.com.au or complete the booking form on page 39.

4 BRAHMS FESTIVAL THE CONCERTOS & SYMPHONIES August 2015 Perth Concert Hall BRAHMS FESTIVAL 5 Hailed as Beethoven s successor, Johannes Brahms combined his musical heritage with his romantic outlook to write music of immense expressive power and emotional depth. Join WASO, Conductor Asher Fisch and internationally acclaimed guest artists for an unforgettable celebration of Brahms greatest works over two majestic weekends. DISCOVER BRAHMS Asher Fisch appears courtesy of Wesfarmers Arts Thursday 20 August 6.pm 7.pm Auditorium, Perth Concert Hall Join Asher Fisch for a one-hour illustrated talk exploring Brahms and his music. To book your free ticket call WASO on BRAHMS FESTIVAL* THE CONCERTOS & SYMPHONIES PINCHAS ZUKERMAN GARRICK OHLSSON AMANDA FORSYTH ASHER FISCH * BRAHMS FESTIVAL 4-CONCERT PACKAGE SAVE 10% Subscribe to 4 concerts and save 10%. Subscribers can pay in 2, 3 or 4 instalments. Get the best available and same seats for each concert in the series. RESERVE STANDARD CONCESSION UNDER PREMIUM A B C^ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Prices include the 10% discount in A and B reserve only. ^ Concession details see page 38. Restricted viewing. OR Include these concerts in a Create Your Own package see page 41. BRAHMS FESTIVAL+ SPECIAL OFFER SAVE 15% Combine your 4-concert Brahms Festival package with a Masters, Classics or Morning Symphony Series package and save 15%. RESERVE STANDARD CONCESSION UNDER PREMIUM A B C^ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Prices include the 15% discount in A and B reserve only. ^ SUBSCRIBE NOW Concession details see page 38. Restricted viewing. Call , visit waso.com.au or complete the booking form on page 39.

5 6 WASO 2015 BRAHMS FESTIVAL PINCHAS ZUKERMAN PLAYS BRAHMS BRAHMS DOUBLE CONCERTO 3 4 GARRICK OHLSSON PLAYS BRAHMS FIRST GARRICK OHLSSON PLAYS BRAHMS SECOND Pinchas Zukerman Pinchas Zukerman & Amanda Forsyth Asher Fisch Garrick Ohlsson One of the world s greatest violinists returns to WASO! A musical marriage and a radiant symphony. Dramatic and intimate - Brahms most personal orchestral works. A truly grand concerto and an epic symphony. Friday 21 August 7.pm Perth Concert Hall BRAHMS Violin Concerto BRAHMS Symphony No.1 Saturday 22 August 7.pm Perth Concert Hall Friday 28 August 7.pm Perth Concert Hall BRAHMS Piano Concerto No.1 BRAHMS Symphony No.3 Saturday 29 August 7.pm Perth Concert Hall BRAHMS Concerto for Violin and Cello BRAHMS Symphony No.2 BRAHMS Piano Concerto No.2 BRAHMS Symphony No.4 Asher Fisch conductor Pinchas Zukerman violin Brahms Violin Concerto is impassioned, noble and deeply expressive a perfect vehicle for the superlative musicianship of Pinchas Zukerman. It took Brahms over 20 years to compose his First Symphony, but when premiered in 1876 it was hailed a masterpiece. From its pounding timpani introduction through to the blazing conclusion, it is truly one of the greatest Firsts. PRE-CONCERT TALK WITH PRUE ASHURST 6.45pm, Terrace Level, Perth Concert Hall POST-CONCERT CONVERSATION WITH ASHER FISCH, PINCHAS ZUKERMAN AND ALAN DODGE AM Terrace Level, Perth Concert Hall Pinchas Zukerman appears courtesy of Stott Hoare stotthoare Asher Fisch conductor Pinchas Zukerman violin Amanda Forsyth cello Husband and wife soloists, Pinchas Zukerman and Amanda Forsyth, bring an intimate warmth to Brahms glorious Double Concerto. Composing his Second Symphony in an idyllic seaside village, Brahms wrote the melodies flow so freely that one must be careful not to trample on them. Lyrical, pastoral and concluding with a glorious burst of orchestral sunlight, the Second remains one of his most popular symphonies. PRE-CONCERT TALK WITH DR ALAN LOURENS 6.45pm, Terrace Level, Perth Concert Hall POST-CONCERT CONVERSATION WITH PINCHAS ZUKERMAN, AMANDA FORSYTH AND ALAN DODGE AM Terrace Level, Perth Concert Hall Pinchas Zukerman appears courtesy of Stott Hoare Asher Fisch conductor Garrick Ohlsson piano Brahms mighty First Piano Concerto was conceived during a period of youthful emotional turmoil. Uncompromising and dynamic, its dramatic opening launches a titanic struggle between piano and orchestra. In contrast, the poetic Third Symphony was written at the height of Brahms career. Filled with expansive melodies, its joyous longings and brooding dramas lead to a hushed and bittersweet resolution. PRE-CONCERT TALK WITH CHRISTOPHER VAN TUINEN 6.45pm, Terrace Level, Perth Concert Hall POST-CONCERT CONVERSATION WITH GARRICK OHLSSON AND WASO BOARD MEMBER MARK COUGHLAN Terrace Level, Perth Concert Hall Asher Fisch conductor Garrick Ohlsson piano There is no piano concerto grander than Brahms Second. Dramatic, rapturous, buoyant and embracing, it demands an interpretation that is both virtuosic and poetic. WASO is delighted to welcome acclaimed American pianist Garrick Ohlsson to perform this much-loved masterpiece. The extraordinary finale of the Fourth Symphony is a thrilling yet tragic conclusion to an epic work of concentrated expression, and a powerful conclusion to our celebration of the music of Brahms. PRE-CONCERT TALK WITH JAMES LEDGER 6.45pm, Terrace Level, Perth Concert Hall POST-CONCERT CONVERSATION WITH ASHER FISCH, GARRICK OHLSSON AND WASO BOARD MEMBER MARK COUGHLAN Terrace Level, Perth Concert Hall stotthoare

6 ALCOHOL.THINK AGAIN MASTERS SERIES 9 SARAH CHANG PLAYS BRUCH The Bruch Concerto has a special place in my heart. It was my audition piece for The Juilliard School when I was 5 years old, so I have fond memories of the work since it was the Concerto that got me into the school of my dreams. It is such a romantic, beautiful, heartfelt work and I can t wait to perform it in Perth with WASO. ALCOHOL.THINK AGAIN MASTERS* MISCHA MAISKY TCHAIKOVSKY SIMONE YOUNG DVORAK BEETHOVEN FAURE S REQUIEM MOZART MAHLER S TITAN Sarah Chang * ALCOHOL.THINK AGAIN MASTERS SERIES 8-CONCERT PACKAGE SAVE 20% Subscribe to 8 concerts and save 20%. Flexible ticket exchanges available. Subscribers can pay in 2, 3 or 4 instalments. Get the best available and same seats for each concert in the series. RESERVE STANDARD CONCESSION UNDER A $ $ $ B $ $ $ C ^ $5.00 $ $ Prices include the 20% discount in A and B reserve only. Conditions apply. Concession details see page 38. ^ Restricted viewing. OR Include these concerts in a Create Your Own package see page 41. BRAHMS FESTIVAL + SPECIAL OFFER SUBSCRIBE NOW Add a 4-concert Brahms Festival package and save 15%, an extra 5% off the regular package price. Call , visit waso.com.au or complete the booking form on page 39.

7 10 WASO 2015 ALCOHOL.THINK AGAIN MASTERS SERIES 1 2 SARAH CHANG PLAYS BRUCH MISCHA MAISKY IN CONCERT 3 4 SIBELIUS FIFTH SYMPHONY PICTURES AT AN EXHIBITION Sarah Chang Mischa Maisky Håkan Hardenberger Eugene Tzigane Sarah Chang performs a work she has made her own. The Independent Don t miss this legendary cellist in his first ever Perth performances. Sibelius life-affirming symphony and a world premiere featuring the best trumpet player in the galaxy. The Times The sublime elegance of Mozart and Mussorgsky s colourful evocations in Pictures at an Exhibition. Friday 13 March 7.pm Perth Concert Hall Saturday 14 March 7.pm* Perth Concert Hall Friday 27 March 7.pm Perth Concert Hall Saturday 28 March 7.pm* Perth Concert Hall Friday 8 May 7.pm* Perth Concert Hall Saturday 9 May 7.pm* Perth Concert Hall Friday 5 June 7.pm* Perth Concert Hall Saturday 6 June 7.pm Perth Concert Hall MOZART Symphony No.38 Prague BRUCH Violin Concerto No.1 HAYDN Symphony No.44 Trauer-Symphonie DEBUSSY La Mer Asher Fisch conductor Sarah Chang violin Sarah Chang launched her career with a New York Philharmonic debut at the age of eight. Her talent has been described by The New York Times as at a level so removed from the rest of us that all we can do is feel the appropriate awe and then wonder on the mysteries of nature. She returns to WASO to perform Bruch s popular First Violin Concerto rich harmonies, irresistible melodies, and an exhilarating finale. *MEET THE ARTIST Sarah Chang Post-concert Saturday night Asher Fisch appears courtesy of Wesfarmers Arts Meet the Artist is supported by Wesfarmers Arts BEETHOVEN Leonore Overture No.3 BLOCH Schelomo Hebraic Rhapsody STRAUSS, R. Don Quixote Asher Fisch conductor Mischa Maisky cello Acclaimed for his intensely passionate performances, Mischa Maisky is quite simply one of the greatest cellists of our time. Personally invited to WASO by Conductor Asher Fisch, Maisky will give unforgettable performances of Bloch and Strauss in his first ever Perth performances. He plays the cello romantically, digging deep into the strings and extracting as much sentiment and dancing energy as he can from these scores. The New York Times *MEET THE ARTISTS Asher Fisch & Mischa Maisky Post-concert Saturday night Asher Fisch appears courtesy of Wesfarmers Arts Meet the Artists is supported by Wesfarmers Arts VAUGHAN WILLIAMS Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis MARK-ANTHONY TURNAGE Håkan WORLD PREMIERE SIBELIUS The Swan of Tuonela SIBELIUS Symphony No.5 Baldur Brönnimann conductor Håkan Hardenberger trumpet Today I saw 16 swans. One of my greatest experiences! Lord God, what beauty! Sibelius counted swans amongst many of Finland s natural wonders as inspirations for his Fifth Symphony. Take a journey through moments of tranquility and mystery to an optimistic celebration of the power of life. Håkan Hardenberger makes his long-awaited WASO debut in a new trumpet concerto by award-winning English composer Mark-Anthony Turnage. *MEET THE ARTISTS Mark-Anthony Turnage, Håkan Hardenberger & Baldur Brönnimann Post-concert Friday and Saturday nights Meet the Artists is supported by Wesfarmers Arts Håkan was commissioned by Janet Holmes à Court AC and the Making Music Together Patrons for the West Australian Symphony Orchestra DVORAK Serenade in E major for strings MOZART Violin Concerto No.3 MUSSORGSKY orch. RAVEL Pictures at an Exhibition Eugene Tzigane conductor Paul Wright violin Mozart s violin concertos hold a special place in the repertoire, beloved by both musicians and audiences. The Third is Mozart at his most elegant and graceful, and the luminous sonority of the second movement is simply heavenly. This exquisite work is performed by Perth s own Paul Wright. Mussorgsky s Pictures at an Exhibition is a vivid musical depiction of artworks by the composer s friend Viktor Hartmann. A medieval castle, squabbling children at play and the monumental Great Gate of Kiev are brought to life in this much-loved work. *MEET THE MUSICIANS Rebecca Glorie, violin & Eve Silver, cello Post-concert Friday night Meet the Musicians is supported by Altegra Property Group

8 12 WASO 2015 ALCOHOL.THINK AGAIN MASTERS SERIES SIMONE YOUNG CONDUCTS FAURE S REQUIEM ASHER FISCH CONDUCTS TCHAIKOVSKY 7 8 DVORAK S NEW WORLD BEETHOVEN & MAHLER Simone Young Asher Fisch Jennifer Koh Ingrid Fliter WASO and the WASO Chorus perform Fauré s timeless choral masterpiece. Be moved by the overwhelming emotion and power of Tchaikovsky s most popular symphony. Australia s favourite symphony Dvořák s New World features in this American-inspired program. Masterpieces by two musical titans. Friday 7 August 7.pm Perth Concert Hall Saturday 8 August 7.pm Perth Concert Hall Friday 4 September 7.pm* Perth Concert Hall Saturday 5 September 7.pm Perth Concert Hall Friday 16 October 7.pm Perth Concert Hall Saturday 17 October 7.pm* Perth Concert Hall Friday 20 November 7.pm Perth Concert Hall Saturday 21 November 7.pm Perth Concert Hall FAURE Pavane POULENC Les Animaux modèles Suite FAURE Requiem Simone Young conductor Siobhan Stagg soprano Douglas McNicol baritone WASO Chorus Fauré s popular choral masterpiece is the finale of this program of sublime French music. Intimate and consoling, Fauré s Requiem is a tender and serene celebration of life and love, a lullaby of eternal rest. It is always a treat when internationally acclaimed Australian conductor Simone Young returns to WASO, and her superb musicianship will make this an evening to remember. Young must surely now be ranked among the 10 best living conductors. Limelight Simone Young appears courtesy of Lepley Properties WAGNER Lohengrin, Act I: Prelude JAMES LEDGER New Work WORLD PREMIERE TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No.5 Asher Fisch conductor Tchaikovsky s Fifth is a musical expression of his personal struggle with the inevitable forces of fate: passion, grief, joy, and triumph. This irresistible work takes you on a journey from the bleak funeral march of the opening, through moments of sunlight and grace, to the powerfully expressive finale and exultant conclusion. *MEET THE ARTISTS James Ledger & Asher Fisch Post-concert Friday night Asher Fisch appears courtesy of Wesfarmers Arts Meet the Artists is supported by Wesfarmers Arts James Ledger s New Work was commissioned by Geoff Stearn for the West Australian Symphony Orchestra COPLAND Fanfare for the Common Man JOAN TOWER Fanfare for the Uncommon Woman BERNSTEIN Serenade (After Plato s Symposium) DVORAK Symphony No.9 From the New World Giancarlo Guerrero conductor Jennifer Koh violin The promise of Dvořák s new home in America and the yearning for his Bohemian homeland are captured in this lyrical symphony, combining the folk music of old and new worlds. Reviewing the symphony s triumphant premiere, the New York Evening Post proclaimed it the greatest symphonic work ever composed in this country. Aaron Copland s heroic fanfare opens the concert with grand, soaring rhetoric and the exciting American violinist Jennifer Koh makes her WASO debut in Bernstein s Serenade, which was inspired by Plato s celebrated dialogue on the nature of love. *MEET THE MUSICIANS Julia Brooke, horn & Francesco Lo Surdo, horn Post-concert Saturday night BEETHOVEN Piano Concerto No.1 MAHLER Symphony No.1 Titan Asher Fisch conductor Ingrid Fliter piano Beethoven s Piano Concerto No.1 is the jubilant creation of a youthful, virtuoso composer/pianist who was destined to become a towering figure in the development of classical music. Mahler believed the symphony should encompass the whole world and his astonishingly original First Symphony forever changed symphonic music. Opening with some of the most shimmering, ethereal sounds ever imagined, this work traverses a vast and varied musical landscape before concluding in a blaze of triumphant, transcendent ecstasy. Asher Fisch appears courtesy of Wesfarmers Arts Meet the Musicians is supported by Altegra Property Group

9 MACA LIMITED CLASSICS SERIES 15 MACA LIMITED CLASSICS* RHAPSODY IN BLUE RAVEL S BOLERO CARMINA BURANA RACHMANINOV FOUR SEASONS SAINT-SAENS MOZART BACH * MACA LIMITED CLASSICS SERIES 8-CONCERT PACKAGE SAVE 20% RHAPSODY IN BLUE I cannot wait to perform Gershwin s Rhapsody in Blue alongside the WASO musicians. It s wonderful to make music so directly together, to think and play as one big chamber music ensemble. Besides which this piece is just great fun! Asher Fisch Subscribe to 8 concerts and save 20%. Flexible ticket exchanges available. Subscribers can pay in 2, 3 or 4 instalments. Get the best available and same seats for each concert in the series. RESERVE STANDARD CONCESSION UNDER A $ $ $ B $ $ $ C ^ $ $ $ Prices include the 20% discount in A and B reserve only. Conditions apply. Concession details see page 38. ^ Restricted viewing. OR Include these concerts in a Create Your Own package see page 41. BRAHMS FESTIVAL+ SPECIAL OFFER SUBSCRIBE NOW Add a 4-concert Brahms Festival package and save 15%, an extra 5% off the regular package price. Call , visit waso.com.au or complete the booking form on page 39.

10 16 WASO 2015 MACA LIMITED CLASSICS SERIES RHAPSODY IN BLUE RAVISHING RACHMANINOV 3 4 VIVALDI S FOUR SEASONS CARMINA BURANA Asher Fisch Diego Matheuz Paul Dyer WASO and the WASO Chorus Asher Fisch performs Rhapsody in Blue. Rachmaninov s melodic genius is revealed in his passionate Second Symphony. An all-baroque program featuring one of history s most celebrated masterpieces, Vivaldi s Four Seasons. Mammoth orchestral forces, soloists and chorus bring Orff s epic blockbuster to life. Friday 20 March 7.pm* Perth Concert Hall Saturday 21 March 7.pm* Perth Concert Hall STRAUSS, J. Jr Excerpts from Zigeunerbaron [Gypsy Baron] STRAUSS, J. Jr Éljen a Magyar KALMAN Die Csárdásfürstin: In den Bergen LEHAR Selected operetta arias GERSHWIN arr. MCBRIDE Girl Crazy: Overture GERSHWIN I Got Rhythm, Someone to Watch Over Me & The Man I Love GERSHWIN Rhapsody in Blue Friday 17 April 7.pm Perth Concert Hall Saturday 18 April 7.pm Perth Concert Hall Friday 1 May 7.pm* Perth Concert Hall Saturday 2 May 7.pm Perth Concert Hall Friday 19 June 7.pm* Perth Concert Hall Saturday 20 June 7.pm Perth Concert Hall Asher Fisch conductor/piano Stefanie Irányi mezzo soprano The iconic clarinet solo that opens Rhapsody in Blue launches a work full of driving rhythms and seductive harmonies. Gershwin called it a musical kaleidoscope of America and it has remained a worldwide favourite since its premiere. Asher Fisch s partner, mezzo soprano Stefanie Irányi, sings a selection of your favourite Gershwin songs and arias from Viennese operetta. *MEET THE ARTISTS Asher Fisch & Stefanie Irányi Post-concert Friday and Saturday nights Asher Fisch appears courtesy of Wesfarmers Arts Meet the Artists is supported by Wesfarmers Arts CARTER Holiday Overture BORODIN Prince Igor, Act II: Polovtsian Dances RACHMANINOV Symphony No.2 Diego Matheuz conductor Rachmaninov s Second is a richly romantic symphony, moving from brooding mystery to wild energy and unforgettable moments of utmost beauty. The driving rhythms and exotic melodies of Borodin s famous Polovtsian Dances feature in the first half of the concert. Guest Conductor of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and graduate of the famed El Sistema program, the dynamic young Venezuelan conductor Diego Matheuz brings his trademark energy and passion to these orchestral showpieces. VIVALDI Four Seasons BACH, J.S. Orchestral Suite No.4 RAMEAU Les Indes Galantes Suite Paul Dyer director/harpsichord Shaun Lee-Chen violin Birdsong in spring, the blazing summer sun, a peasant s dance in autumn, and the bitter chill of winter: Vivaldi s Four Seasons is a brilliant showpiece for WASO s string players and soloist Shaun Lee-Chen. Paul Dyer director of the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra and one of Australia s leading Baroque exponents guides the Orchestra through this exquisite program. *MEET THE ARTISTS Paul Dyer & Shaun Lee-Chen Post-concert Friday night Meet the Artists is supported by Wesfarmers Arts VERDI La forza del destino, Act 1: Overture RESPIGHI Ancient Airs and Dances Suite No. 2 ORFF Carmina burana Otto Tausk conductor Emma Matthews soprano Tobias Cole countertenor Samuel Dundas baritone WASO Chorus O Fortuna! The poems in Carl Orff s immensely popular choral pageant Carmina burana may have been written by medieval monks but their themes are timeless: fate and fortune, the pleasures and dangers of drinking, lust and gambling and the transience of life. Acclaimed Dutch conductor Otto Tausk leads a massive orchestra and chorus of over 200 through this spectacular work of raw power and uninhibited passion. *MEET THE MUSICIANS Christopher van Tuinen, WASO Chorus Director & Andrew Foote, WASO Chorus Vocal Coach Post-concert Friday night Meet the Musicians is supported by Altegra Property Group

11 18 WASO 2015 MACA LIMITED CLASSICS SERIES THE ROMANTIC CELLO DIANA DOHERTY PLAYS MOZART 7 8 TCHAIKOVSKY'S WINTER DREAMS RAVEL S BOLERO Rod McGrath Diana Doherty Kathryn Stott Asher Fisch A concert filled with drama and passion! Enchanting Mozart and Elgar s majestic final symphony. Soaring Russian melodies and passionate French flair. Ravel s mesmerising Bolero features in this dazzling Spanish-inspired program. Friday 3 July 7.pm Perth Concert Hall Saturday 4 July 7.pm Perth Concert Hall TCHAIKOVSKY Francesca da Rimini SAINT-SAENS Cello Concerto No.2 RACHMANINOV Vocalise KALINNIKOV Symphony No.1 Vladimir Verbitsky conductor Rod McGrath cello WASO s Cello Rod McGrath takes centre stage in two passionate and sensuous works by Saint-Saëns and Rachmaninov that showcase the cello s poetic soul. Vasily Kalinnikov died tragically young just as he was establishing himself as one of the great Russian composers. Supported by both Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninov, Kalinnikov wrote music full of vibrant colour, sublime melodies and the spirit of Russian folk song. His First Symphony holds a special place in the Russian repertoire and is a favourite of our Conductor Laureate Vladimir Verbitsky: I fell in love with this music on my first hearing and have long dreamt of performing it with WASO for my favourite audience! Friday 31 July 7.pm Perth Concert Hall Saturday 1 August 7.pm Perth Concert Hall HAYDN Symphony No.22 The Philosopher MOZART Oboe Concerto in C Major ELGAR elab. ANTHONY PAYNE Symphony No.3 Nicholas Carter conductor Diana Doherty oboe Australia s favourite oboist and of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Diana Doherty, joins WASO to perform Mozart s vivacious, sparkling Oboe Concerto. When Anthony Payne s completion of Elgar s unfinished Third Symphony was premiered in London in 1998, it was hailed as one of the musical events of the decade. Noble and impassioned, it is a magnificent addition to Elgar s symphonic output. Talented Australian conductor Nicholas Carter, Resident Conductor at the Deutsche Oper Berlin and Associate Conductor of the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra, brings youthful exuberance to this concert. Friday 2 October 7.pm Perth Concert Hall Saturday 3 October 7.pm* Perth Concert Hall CHOPIN orch. STRAVINSKY Nocturne Op.32 No.2 CHOPIN orch. STRAVINSKY Grande valse brillante SAINT-SAENS Piano Concerto No.2 TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No.1 Winter Dreams Alexander Lazarev conductor Kathryn Stott piano WASO audiences know that conductor Alexander Lazarev s concerts are always one of the highlights of the season, dynamic and passionate. Composed at the request of the famed Russian pianist, composer and conductor Anton Rubinstein, Saint-Saëns Second Piano Concerto is one of his most popular works. A dazzling work of brilliant pianistic virtuosity, it is full of delightfully French fantasy and colour. Tchaikovsky laboured mightily to complete his First Symphony, and the evocative Winter Dreams confirmed the arrival of a major composer, a master of memorable melodies and surging emotion. *MEET THE MUSICIAN Elizabeth Chee, Associate Oboe Post-concert Saturday night Thursday 26 November 7.pm Perth Concert Hall Friday 27 November 7.pm Perth Concert Hall Saturday 28 November 7.pm Perth Concert Hall TURINA Danzas fantásticas RAVEL Alborada del gracioso VILLA-LOBOS Chôros No.10 Rasga o coração FALLA Nights in the Gardens of Spain RAVEL Bolero Asher Fisch conductor Ingrid Fliter piano WASO Chorus Be swept away by the intoxicating sights and sounds of Spain in this dazzling concert conducted by Conductor Asher Fisch. The infectious rhythms of the flamenco and sultry Andalusian melodies pervade De Falla s impressionistic Nights in the Gardens of Spain. Ravel s Bolero is one of the most mesmerising pieces of all, building inexorably from its solo snare drum opening to its concluding explosion of orchestral fireworks! Asher Fisch appears courtesy of Wesfarmers Arts Meet the Musician is supported by Altegra Property Group

12 MORNING SYMPHONY SERIES 21 VIVALDI'S FOUR SEASONS There are so many reasons why Vivaldi s Four Seasons is the world s most popular classical masterpiece. It s exciting, invigorating, dramatic and adventurous the soundtrack to a year! I m thrilled to be performing this with the West Australian Symphony Orchestra. Paul Dyer AO MORNING SYMPHONY* RHAPSODY IN BLUE FOUR SEASONS TCHAIKOVSKY RACHMANINOV MOZART DVORAK MAHLER S TITAN MAKE YOUR CONCERT AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE Wesfarmers Arts free pre-concert talk In the auditorium of the Perth Concert Hall at 9.am. Complimentary tea & coffee Prior to the concert. Duxton Hotel buffet lunch Enjoy a buffet lunch after the concert (available until 2pm) at the Duxton Hotel s Firewater Grille Restaurant for $39.95 per person upon reservation. Call and quote "WASO Morning Symphony Series". * MORNING SYMPHONY SERIES 8-CONCERT PACKAGE SAVE 20% MORNING SYMPHONY SERIES 6-CONCERT PACKAGE SAVE 15% Subscribe to 8 concerts and save 20%. Get the best available and same seats for each concert in the series. Rhapsody in Blue Thur 19 March am Ravishing Rachmaninov Thur 16 April am Vivaldi s Four Seasons Thur April am # Pictures at an Exhibition Thur 4 June am The Romantic Cello Thur 2 July am Asher Fisch Conducts Tchaikovsky Thur 3 Sept am Dvořák s New World Thur 15 Oct am # Mahler s Titan Thur 19 Nov am RESERVE STANDARD CONCESSION* UNDER ONE RESERVE $ $ $ Prices include the 20% discount. *Concession details see page 38. # Concerts only included in the 8-concert package. Subscribe to 6 concerts and save 15%. Get the best available and same seats for each concert in the series. Rhapsody in Blue Thur 19 March am Ravishing Rachmaninov Thur 16 April am Pictures at an Exhibition Thur 4 June am The Romantic Cello Thur 2 July am Asher Fisch Conducts Tchaikovsky Thur 3 Sept am Mahler s Titan Thur 19 Nov am RESERVE STANDARD CONCESSION* UNDER ONE RESERVE $ $ $ Prices include the 15% discount. *Concession details see page 38. OR Include these concerts in a Create Your Own package see page 41. BRAHMS FESTIVAL+ SPECIAL OFFER SUBSCRIBE NOW Add a 4-concert Brahms Festival package and save 15%, an extra 5% off the regular package price. Call , visit waso.com.au or complete the booking form on page 39.

13 22 WASO 2015 MORNING SYMPHONY SERIES RHAPSODY IN BLUE RAVISHING RACHMANINOV 3 4 VIVALDI S FOUR SEASONS PICTURES AT AN EXHIBITION Asher Fisch Diego Matheuz Shaun Lee-Chen Paul Wright Conductor Asher Fisch performs Gershwin s Rhapsody in Blue. Rachmaninov s melodic genius is revealed in his passionate Second Symphony. An all-baroque program featuring Vivaldi s Four Seasons, voted No.2 on Classic FM s Baroque and Before countdown. The sublime elegance of Mozart and Mussorgsky s colourful evocations in Pictures at an Exhibition. Thursday 19 March am Perth Concert Hall Thursday 16 April am Perth Concert Hall Thursday April am Perth Concert Hall Thursday 4 June am Perth Concert Hall STRAUSS, J. Jr Excerpts from Zigeunerbaron [Gypsy Baron] STRAUSS, J. Jr Éljen a Magyar KALMAN Die Csárdásfürstin: In den Bergen LEHAR Giuditta: Meine Lippen sie küssen so Heiss GERSHWIN The Man I Love GERSHWIN Rhapsody in Blue Asher Fisch conductor/piano Stefanie Irányi mezzo soprano A work full of driving rhythms and seductive harmonies, Rhapsody in Blue has remained a worldwide favourite since its premiere. In Gershwin s words, it is a musical kaleidoscope of America and will provide an exhilarating finale to this Morning Symphony concert. Asher Fisch s partner, mezzo soprano Stefanie Irányi, sings Gershwin s The Man I Love and arias from Viennese operetta. RACHMANINOV Symphony No.2 Diego Matheuz conductor Rachmaninov s Second is a richly romantic symphony, moving from brooding mystery to wild energy and unforgettable moments of utmost beauty. Guest Conductor of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and graduate of the famed El Sistema program, the dynamic young Venezuelan conductor Diego Matheuz brings his trademark energy and passion to this great orchestral showpiece. BACH, J.S. Orchestral Suite No.4 VIVALDI Four Seasons Paul Dyer director/harpsichord Shaun Lee-Chen violin Birdsong in spring, the blazing summer sun, a peasant s dance in autumn, and the bitter chill of winter: Vivaldi s eternal Four Seasons is a brilliant showpiece for WASO s string players and soloist Shaun Lee-Chen. Paul Dyer director of the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra and one of Australia s leading Baroque exponents guides the Orchestra through this exquisite program. MOZART Violin Concerto No.3 MUSSORGSKY orch. RAVEL Pictures at an Exhibition Eugene Tzigane conductor Paul Wright violin Mozart s violin concertos hold a special place in the repertoire, beloved by both musicians and audiences. The Third is Mozart at his most elegant and graceful, and the luminous sonority of the second movement is simply heavenly. This exquisite work is performed by Perth s own Paul Wright. Mussorgsky s Pictures at an Exhibition is a vivid musical depiction of artworks by the composer s friend Viktor Hartmann. A medieval castle, squabbling children at play and the monumental Great Gate of Kiev are brought to life in this much-loved work. Asher Fisch appears courtesy of Wesfarmers Arts

14 24 WASO 2015 MORNING SYMPHONY SERIES THE ROMANTIC CELLO ASHER FISCH CONDUCTS TCHAIKOVSKY 7 8 DVORAK S NEW WORLD MAHLER S TITAN Rod McGrath Asher Fisch Giancarlo Guerrero Asher Fisch A concert filled with drama and passion! Conductor Asher Fisch conducts Tchaikovsky s most popular symphony. Australia s favourite symphony Dvořák s New World features in this American-inspired program. Mahler s First a spectacular symphonic journey. Thursday 2 July am Perth Concert Hall SAINT-SAENS Cello Concerto No.2 KALINNIKOV Symphony No.1 Vladimir Verbitsky conductor Rod McGrath cello Thursday 3 September am Perth Concert Hall Thursday 15 October am Perth Concert Hall Thursday 19 November am Perth Concert Hall WASO s Cello Rod McGrath takes centre stage to perform Saint-Saëns Second Cello Concerto, a work of virtuosic brilliance and uniquely French lyricism. Vasily Kalinnikov died tragically young just as he was establishing himself as one of the great Russian composers. Supported by both Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninov, Kalinnikov wrote music full of vibrant colour, sublime melodies and the spirit of Russian folk song. His First Symphony holds a special place in the Russian repertoire and is a favourite of our Conductor Laureate Vladimir Verbitsky: I fell in love with this music on my first hearing and have long dreamt of performing it with WASO for my favourite audience! WAGNER Lohengrin, Act I: Prelude TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No.5 Asher Fisch conductor Tchaikovsky s Fifth is an emotionally charged work exploring the inevitable forces of fate: passion, grief, joy, and triumph. This irresistible symphony takes you on a journey from the bleak funeral march of the opening, through moments of sunlight and grace, to the powerfully expressive finale and exultant conclusion. Asher Fisch appears courtesy of Wesfarmers Arts COPLAND Fanfare for the Common Man JOAN TOWER Fanfare for the Uncommon Woman DVORAK Symphony No.9 From the New World Giancarlo Guerrero conductor The promise of Dvořák s new home in America and the yearning for his Bohemian homeland are captured in this lyrical symphony, combining the folk music of old and new worlds. Reviewing the symphony s triumphant premiere, the New York Evening Post proclaimed it the greatest symphonic work ever composed in this country. Aaron Copland s heroic fanfare opens this Morning Symphony concert with grand, soaring rhetoric. MAHLER Symphony No.1 Titan Asher Fisch conductor Mahler believed the symphony should encompass the whole world and his astonishingly original First Symphony forever changed symphonic music. Opening with some of the most shimmering, ethereal sounds ever imagined, this work traverses a vast and varied musical landscape before concluding in a blaze of triumphant, transcendent ecstasy. Asher Fisch appears courtesy of Wesfarmers Arts

15 26 WASO 2015 FAMILY SERIES RHYTHM IN YOUR RUBBISH SYMPHONIC SORCERY THE MUSIC OF HARRY POTTER FAMILY* Experience the magic of a live symphony orchestra in one-hour concerts specially designed for families. Platypus Theatre A saw that plays duets with the cellos and bottles that play with flutes this is no regular concert! Symphonic Sorcery Take your place on the Nimbus 2000, race across the night skies to Hogwarts and relive the intrigue, magic and wonder of the Harry Potter series! * FAMILY SERIES 2-CONCERT PACKAGE SAVE 5% SUBSCRIBE NOW Subscribe to 2 concerts and save 5%. Get the best available and same seats for both concerts. Save with special discounted subscriber prices for single tickets during the 2015 season.* RESERVE STANDARD ONE RESERVE $49. Prices include the 5% discount. *Where applicable. Call , visit waso.com.au or complete the booking form on page 39. Sunday 28 June 1pm & 3pm Perth Concert Hall Platypus Theatre actors Canada s Platypus Theatre returns to present the hilarious and imaginative Rhythm in Your Rubbish. Items you might consider junk are transformed into working musical instruments and join the Orchestra in concert. Prokofiev, Tchaikovsky, Brahms and Dvořák are woven into a fascinating story with all the action projected live onto a screen above the stage. Suitable for 5 12 year olds. WASO S OPEN DAY AM 5PM Why not make a day of your concert experience and join WASO for our first ever Open Day at the Perth Concert Hall? It will be fun for the whole family with Kids Zone activities, chamber music performances, venue tours and more. Sunday 1 November 1pm & 3pm Perth Concert Hall Doug McKeag actor Experience the magical symphonic music of Harry Potter, composed by John Williams and Nicholas Hooper and performed live by your Orchestra. Your host, a delightful old wizard, will guide you through Harry s thrilling years in a world filled with witches, wizards and muggles! Produced by Dandi Productions, this theatrical concert will thrill the whole family with all the live action projected onto a big screen above the stage. Dandi Productions idea was a winner. It was just the sort of presentation to whet the musical appetites of children. The West Australian Suitable for 5 12 year olds. Open day activities are free and no tickets are required for entrance.

16 28 WASO SPECIAL EVENTS 2 SPECIAL EVENTS 29 THE MUSIC OF JAMES BOND FEATURING KATE CEBERANO ANZAC COMMEMORATIVE CONCERT The Music of James Bond Australian troops in the Turkish Lone Pine trenches The very best of the iconic music from James Bond. Friday 10 April 8pm Perth Concert Hall Saturday April 8pm Perth Concert Hall Guy Noble conductor Kate Ceberano vocalist Australia s favourite songstress, Kate Ceberano, returns to WASO for a showcase of the greatest songs from the 007 film series. Expect to hear all your favourites Goldeneye, Diamonds Are Forever, Goldfinger, Skyfall and many more. Kate Ceberano. Certified star. Voice par excellence. Sunday Times BOOK NOW Purchase today as part of a Create Your Own package, Pop package or purchase single tickets from Monday 1 December Call WASO I Visit waso.com.au WASO honours the 100th Anniversary of the Gallipoli landings with this special commemorative concert. Thursday 23 April 7.pm Perth Concert Hall To mark the 100th anniversary of the Gallipoli landings, WASO in partnership with the Returned and Services League and the Army Museum of Western Australia presents a moving and reflective concert honouring those who served their country and paid the ultimate sacrifice. Join WASO, the WASO Chorus and special guest artists for an evening filled with beautiful and poignant music including Vaughan Williams The Lark Ascending and Samuel Barber s Adagio for Strings. Learn more about the ANZAC story with historical displays in the foyers of the Perth Concert Hall and help commemorate the most momentous event in our nation s history. Full details of concert repertoire and artists will be released on Monday 1 December BOOK NOW Purchase today as part of a Create Your Own package or purchase single tickets from Monday 1 December Call WASO I Visit waso.com.au

17 WASO 2015 SPECIAL EVENTS 31 3 THE LORD OF THE RINGS THE RETURN OF THE KING 4 JAMES MORRISON & WASO A JOURNEY THROUGH JAZZ The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King James Morrison The final instalment of Peter Jackson s epic trilogy live with orchestra and chorus. Friday 12 June 7.pm Riverside Theatre, Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre Saturday 13 June 7.pm Riverside Theatre, Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre WASO Chorus St George s Cathedral Choristers Winner of Academy Awards including Best Picture, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King is one of the great films of this century. The entire film plays on a huge screen as over 200 musicians perform the music live on stage. The first two concerts sold fast so get in quick! Australia s favourite trumpeter James Morrison journeys through history s jazz greats. Thursday 3 December 8pm Perth Concert Hall Friday 4 December 8pm Perth Concert Hall Benjamin Northey conductor James Morrison trumpet Hetty Kate vocals Hear the greatest jazz standards made famous by Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, Benny Goodman, Duke Ellington, Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock and many more. This electrifying concert is performed by the full Symphony Orchestra, talented young vocalist Hetty Kate and Australia s favourite trumpet player, James Morrison. The star of the night was Morrison. His mix of exceptional musicianship and delightful informality was the perfect combination. The West Australian BOOK NOW Call Ticketek I Visit ticketek.com.au BOOK NOW Purchase today as part of a Create Your Own package, Pop package or purchase single tickets from Monday 1 December Call WASO I Visit waso.com.au

18 32 WASO 2015 WASO IN THE COMMUNITY COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT & EDUCATION WASO programs outside Perth Concert Hall reach diverse communities and bring people of all ages and backgrounds together to enjoy live music and music-making. We proudly present programs that build social connections, promote well-being, complement the education curriculum and encourage self-expression and learning through music as well as inspire generations of music appreciators. For more information about WASO s Community Engagement & Education program visit waso.com.au WASO CHORUS Formed in 1988, the WASO Chorus brings together auditioned singers who volunteer their time and talents to perform under the WASO banner in a variety of programs and concert settings. Led by Chorus Director Christopher van Tuinen and Vocal Coach Andrew Foote, this passionate and enthusiastic group has performed with acclaimed conductors including Asher Fisch, Simone Young, Vladimir Ashkenazy and Richard Hickox. For more information visit waso.com.au The West Australian Symphony Orchestra is dedicated to and passionate about inspiring communities across the state to enjoy music in their lives all year round. KIDS CUSHION CONCERTS EDUCATION WEEK Monday 22 June Sunday 28 June Perth Concert Hall In a first for the West Australian Symphony Orchestra, Education Week will inspire, delight, inform and challenge audiences and participants across a broad range of musical performances. Programs provide opportunities for students and adults of all ages to enjoy and participate in performances in a variety of settings from small chamber ensembles to a larger than life symphony. For more details about WASO s 2015 Education Week programs visit waso.com.au THE RUSTY ORCHESTRA WASO S OPEN DAY Sunday 28 June am 5pm Perth Concert Hall In 2015, our first ever Education Week will culminate in an Open Day at Perth Concert Hall. We invite the entire community to participate in a day of activities from am to 5pm including a Kids Zone, venue tours, chamber music on various stages throughout the venue and more. Open Day activities are free and no tickets are required for entrance. The day-long event will conclude with the ticketed Family Series concert Rhythm in Your Rubbish (see p.27 for details). For more details about WASO s Open Day activities visit waso.com.au CITY OF PERTH SYMPHONY IN THE CITY CREATIVE PARTNERSHIPS In addition to many performances in our own season, WASO has an extensive performance calendar in partnership with other Australian arts organisations. Your Orchestra lies at the heart of the artistic life of the state, and our creative partnerships provide opportunities to experience the Orchestra just about every week of the year. West Australian Ballet waballet.com.au West Australian Opera waopera.asn.au Perth International Arts Festival perthfestival.com.au The Australian Ballet australianballet.com.au 0 6 years Join our Education Chamber Orchestra (EChO) for a 50-minute musical journey. Featuring one of each instrument of the symphony orchestra, our 15-piece ensemble will perform well known tunes, light classical and other musical pieces suitable for 0 6 year olds. A lively presenter will encourage audience participation and a whole lot of fun. Meet the WASO musicians after the performance and have a go on our child-sized instruments. For more details about WASO s Kids Cushion Concerts please visit waso.com.au Saturday 27 June 2.pm Perth Concert Hall Amateur musicians aged 25 years and over from all over Western Australia are invited to sit side-by-side with WASO musicians. Rehearsals will take place in the afternoon and early evening of Saturday 27 June, culminating in a performance for the general public as part of our first ever Education Week. Cost $100 per participant. Places are limited. Registration forms will be available from waso.com.au on 1 September Saturday 12 December 7.pm Langley Park, Perth Asher Fisch conductor Symphony in the City has become a highlight of the summer calendar for thousands of people in Perth. In 2015, this spectacular event will feature classical and movie favourites performed by the Orchestra and WASO Chorus under the direction of Conductor Asher Fisch. The concert will finish with the 1812 Overture accompanied by an explosive firework display, which is always a highlight of this free outdoor concert. Save the date now and join WASO for a magical night under the stars. Asher Fisch appears courtesy of Wesfarmers Arts Free Event

19 34 WASO 2015 SUBSCRIPTION PACKAGES 35 CHOOSE YOUR 2015 SEASON PACKAGE GET THE BEST SEATS AND SAVE UP TO 20% WITH A PACKAGE OF CONCERTS FROM THE 2015 WASO SEASON. Enjoy many benefits that single ticket buyers don t receive by choosing 4 or more concerts. PRE-SELECTED PACKAGES WE VE SELECTED THESE PACKAGES FROM OUR SPECIAL EVENTS, BRAHMS FESTIVAL, MASTERS AND CLASSICS SERIES AT PERTH CONCERT HALL. SAVE UP TO 15% 1 CONCERT PACKAGES SAVE UP TO 20% 2 PRE- SELECTED PACKAGES SAVE UP TO 15% 3 CREATE YOUR OWN PACKAGES SAVE UP TO 20% Packages where you get the same seat for every concert. Select from Brahms Festival and our Masters, Classics, Morning Symphony and Family Series. Packages with a selection of concerts from our special events, Brahms Festival, Masters and Classics Series. Select from our Pop, Premier, Piano or Choral packages. Subscribe your way! Enjoy the flexibility of choosing a concert package that is tailored to your schedule and interests. Select 4 or more concerts from selected special events, Brahms Festival and our Masters, Classics or Morning Symphony Series. EXPERIENCE THE BENEFITS Biggest Savings Save between 5% and 20% and pay no booking fees for packages. Best Seats Get the best seats before they go on sale to the general public. Free Ticket Exchanges If your schedule changes, exchange your tickets to other 2015 season concerts for free.* Ticket Discounts Save on additional tickets to most of our 2015 season concerts. Single ticket prices may increase, but subscriber prices will stay the same.** Pre-sale Priority Subscribers get to purchase tickets before they go on sale to the general public for concerts added throughout the season. Easy Payment Plans Order early and pay in 2, 3 or 4 instalments.*** Arts, Dining & Shopping Discounts Our subscriber card offers discounts to opera, theatre and ballet performances, restaurants and retailers. * Conditions apply, not applicable for some special events. ** Where applicable. *** A transaction fee applies. More information on page 36. PREMIER PACKAGE The best of the best: the greatest symphonic repertoire with world-renowned conductors and soloists. Mischa Maisky in Concert Friday 27 & Saturday 28 March 7.pm Vivaldi s Four Seasons Friday 1 & Saturday 2 May 7.pm Carmina Burana Friday 19 & Saturday 20 June 7.pm Dvořák s New World Friday 16 & Saturday 17 October 7.pm Ravel s Bolero Friday 27 & Saturday 28 November 7.pm 5 CONCERTS SAVE 15% POP PACKAGE A selection of popular music for a guaranteed great night out and a perfect introduction to the Orchestra. The Music of James Bond Friday 10 & Saturday April 8pm James Morrison & WASO Thursday 3 & Friday 4 December 8pm 2 CONCERTS SAVE 5% RESERVE STANDARD CONCESSION* A $3.75 $ B $ $ C ^ $ $ RESERVE STANDARD CONCESSION* PREMIUM $ $ A $ $ B $ $ C ^ $98.00 $98.00 CHORAL PACKAGE Experience the WASO Chorus with acclaimed soloists in three stunning concerts. Carmina Burana Friday 19 & Saturday 20 June 7.pm Simone Young Conducts Fauré s Requiem Friday 7 & Saturday 8 August 7.pm Ravel s Bolero Friday 27 & Saturday 28 November 7.pm 3 CONCERTS SAVE 10% RESERVE STANDARD CONCESSION* A $ $ B $221. $194. C ^ $ $ PIANO PACKAGE A celebration of concerts for piano lovers with world-renowned soloists. Rhapsody in Blue with Asher Fisch Friday 20 & Saturday 21 March 7.pm Brahms Festival with Garrick Ohlsson Saturday 29 August 7.pm Beethoven & Mahler with Ingrid Fliter Friday 20 & Saturday 21 November 7.pm 3 CONCERTS SAVE 10% Prices include the discount in A and B reserve only. * Concession details see page 38. ^ Restricted viewing RESERVE STANDARD CONCESSION* PREMIUM $ $ A $ $ B $ $ C ^ $ $ SUBSCRIBE NOW Call Visit waso.com.au or complete the booking form on page 39.

20 36 WASO 2015 HOW TO BOOK YOUR 2015 SEASON PACKAGE To book your subscription package, simply choose the series, package, seat and date. PERTH CONCERT HALL Renowned as having the finest acoustics in Australia. Perth Concert Hall is the performance home of the West Australian Symphony Orchestra. Upper Gallery Lower Gallery Rear Stalls Stalls Choir Stalls PERTH CONCERT HALL 37 Stage ONLINE Renew or book online at waso.com.au/subscriptions MAIL Complete the booking form (page 39) and mail to WASO Subscriptions, Reply Paid 841, East Perth WA 6892 (no stamp required if posted in Australia). PHONE IN PERSON Call the WASO Box Office on (Monday to Friday, 9am 5pm). Visit the WASO Box Office at 445 Hay St, Perth (Monday to Friday, 9am 5pm). Personal information collection statement The West Australian Symphony Orchestra is bound by the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) (Privacy Act). We collect and hold your personal information, that is, information about you such as your name, contact details and records of our dealings with you. We collect this information for the purpose of providing our products and services, seeking support, otherwise engaging with you as one of our contacts, and generally running the Orchestra. We collect your personal information directly from you unless it would be impracticable or unreasonable to do so. You may refuse to provide us with some or all of your personal information, however, this may limit the ways in which we can interact with you, including providing you with our services. We may disclose your personal information to third parties, such as related organisations, service providers, professional advisers and government and related authorities. We are unlikely to disclose your personal information outside of Australia. We may use your personal information in order to provide you with information about activities and events that may be of interest to you, or to request your support for the Orchestra. You may opt out of receiving our communications at any time by asking us using the contact details below. Our Privacy Policy sets out our approach to managing your personal information. In particular, it explains how you may seek to access and/or correct the personal information that we hold about you, as well as how to make a complaint about a breach of our obligations under the Privacy Act, and how we will deal with complaints. You can access our Privacy Policy at If you have any questions, comments or complaints about how we handle your personal information, you may contact our Privacy Officer on or on waso@waso.com.au. IMPORTANT DATES Friday 10 October 2014, 5pm Priority renewal deadline for existing renewing subscribers. Non-renewed seats will be released for subscription sale after this date. Monday 1 December 2014, 9am Bookings for single tickets and groups will open to the general public. To book call WASO , visit waso.com.au, call Ticketek or visit ticketek.com.au. Save up to 20% with group bookings of 8 or more on standard tickets for selected performances. Monday 15 December 2014, 9am Subscribers are eligible to exchange tickets between 2015 subscription concerts from this date, subject to availability. Changes can be made by mail or in person at the WASO Box Office (not available online). ADDITIONAL INFORMATION New subscribers New subscribers will be issued seats in the reserve selected on the booking form. If we are not able to facilitate your request, a member of our Customer Service Team will contact you to discuss seating options. Subscription packs Subscription packs will be mailed when your subscription has been processed and paid in full. Packs include tickets, subscriber card(s) and diary stickers. Easy payment options All subscribers can pay for their subscription(s) in 2, 3 or 4 instalments (transaction fee applies). 2 instalments: First payment at booking and second payment on Friday 16 January instalments: First payment at booking, second payment on Friday 16 January 2015 and third payment on Friday 20 February instalments: First payment at booking, second payment on Friday 28 November 2014, third payment on Friday 16 January 2015 and fourth payment on Friday 20 February Y 39 X W C A Q P V 39 U T 39 O N 38 S R Q M P L O K N J M H L G K F J E H D G F C B A B E D UPPER GALLERY LOWER GALLERY REAR STALLS STALLS STAGE CHOIR STALLS GG 1FF 1EE 1DD 1CC 1BB 1AA 1 M 1 L 1 K 1 J 1 1 G 1 F 1 E 1 D 1 C 1 B 1 A 1 X 1W 1 V 1 U 1 T 1 S 1 R 1 Q 1 P 1 O 1 N 1M 1 L 1 K 1 J 1 H 1 G 1 F 1 E 1 D 1 C Perth Concert Hall is equipped to assist people with disabilities. Please state your needs at the time of booking your tickets. 2 Q 1 P 3 N 1 O H 2 Y 1 X 1 W 2 V 1 U 1 T 1 S 1 R 1 Q 1 P 1 O 1 N 1 M 1 L 1 K 1 J 1 H 1 G 1 F 1 E 1 D 1 C 1 B 1 A For more information visit perthconcerthall.com.au

21 38 WASO BRAHMS CYCLE BOOKNG FORM 39 TICKET PRICES 2015 CONCESSION CARDS Valid cards include: Australian Pensioner, TPI, Veteran s Affairs, Health Care and Full-Time Student Cards (Seniors and Commonwealth Seniors HC Cards do not qualify). A photocopy or scan of your concession card is required when booking. COMPANION CARDS One complimentary ticket for the carer. Concession price only applies to the individual named on the card. A photocopy or scan of your companion card is required when booking. UNDER YEARS Enjoy substantial savings for subscriptions if you re aged under years. A photocopy or scan of your Drivers Licence or Passport is required when booking. 39 BOOKING FORM BOOKING FORM 2015 OR BOOK ONLINE & SAVE TIME PERSONAL DETAILS SUBSCRIBER FIRST NAME ADDRESS PHONE COMPANION Mr Mrs Miss Ms Dr Other (please specify) SURNAME Mr Mrs Miss Ms Dr Other (please specify) OFFICE USE ONLY Received Processed Tick box Number box Processed Posted FIRST NAME SURNAME ADDRESS 1 CONCERT PACKAGES BRAHMS FESTIVAL BRAHMS** FESTIVAL + Attend every concert in a chosen series and receive up to 20% discount and a host of additional benefits. Standard Concessions* Under * PREMIUM A B C ˆ A B C ˆ A B C ˆ 4 Concerts 10% discount $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Concerts 15% discount $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ MASTERS 8 Concerts 20% discount $ $ $5.00 $ $ $ $ $ $ CLASSICS 8 Concerts 20% discount $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ MORNING SYMPHONY 6 Concerts 15% discount $ (One Reserve) $ (One Reserve) $ (One Reserve) 8 Concerts 20% discount $ (One Reserve) $ (One Reserve) $ (One Reserve) FAMILY 2 Concerts 5% discount $49. (One Reserve) ^ Restricted viewing. * For details on applicable concessions see above. No discount for Premium. ** Add a Brahms Festival 4-concert package to your Masters/Morning/Classics package and save 15%. PHONE SEATING PREFERENCE Concert Packages, Pre-Selected and Create Your Own Packages 1 CONCERT PACKAGES Attend every concert in a chosen series. Fill in the number of subscriptions required with relevant seating reserve. Premium A Reserve B Reserve C Reserve^ SUBTOTAL STD CONC* U STD CONC* U STD CONC* U BRAHMS FESTIVAL $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ BRAHMS ** FESTIVAL + $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ MASTERS FRI SAT $ $ $ $ $ $ $5.00 $ $ CLASSICS FRI SAT $ Best Available Premium A Reserve B Reserve C Reserve^ Please indicate special requirements (eg wheelchair patron) Stalls Stalls Stalls Stalls Lower Gallery Rear Stalls Upper Gallery Upper Gallery (Brahms Festival, Pop and Piano Packages only) Lower Gallery ^ Restricted viewing $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ PRE-SELECTED PACKAGES Choose one of our pre-selected packages and receive up to 15% discount and a host of additional benefits. MORNING SYMPHONY FAMILY 6 CONCERTS 8 CONCERTS $ $ $ (All One Reserve) $ $ $ (All One Reserve) $49. (One Reserve) ** Add a Brahms Festival 4-concert package to your Masters/Morning/Classics package and save 15%. TOTAL $ 1 Standard Concession* PREMIUM A B C ˆ PREMIUM A B C ˆ PREMIER 5 Concerts 15% discount $3.75 $ $ $ $ $ POP 2 Concerts 5% discount $ $ $ $98.00 $ $ $ $98.00 CHORAL 3 Concerts 10% discount $ $221. $ $ $194. $ PIANO 3 Concerts 10% discount $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ ^ Restricted viewing. * For details on applicable concessions see above. No discount for Premium. 2 PRE-SELECTED PACKAGES Choose from our pre-selected packages on page 38. Premium A Reserve B Reserve C Reserve^ SUBTOTAL THU FRI SAT STD CONC* STD CONC* STD CONC* STD CONC* PREMIER $3.75 $ $ $ $ $ POP $ $ $ $ $ $ $98.00 $98.00 CHORAL $ $ $221. $194. $ $ PIANO $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ TOTAL $ 2

22 t 3 CREATE YOUR OWN PACKAGES TICKET PRICES 41 Select four or more concerts, your seating reserve and fill in the prices using the table on page 41 for each concert. Please tick: 4 Concerts 5 7 Concerts 8+ Concerts BRAHMS FESTIVAL FRI SAT PRE STD CON* SUBTOTAL MORNING SYMPHONY THU STD CON* SUBTOTAL 1 Pinchas Zukerman Plays Brahms 1 Rhapsody in Blue 2 Brahms Double Concerto 2 Ravishing Rachmaninov 3 Garrick Ohlsson Plays Brahms First 3 Vivaldi s Four Seasons 4 Garrick Ohlsson Plays Brahms Second 4 Pictures at an Exhibition MASTERS FRI SAT STD CON* 5 The Romantic Cello 1 Sarah Chang Plays Bruch 6 Asher Fisch Conducts Tchaikovsky 2 Mischa Maisky in Concert 7 Dvořák s New World 3 Sibelius Fifth Symphony 8 Mahler s Titan 4 Pictures at an Exhibition SPECIAL EVENTS THU FRI SAT PRE STD CON* 5 Simone Young Conducts Fauré s Requiem 1 The Music of James Bond 6 Asher Fisch Conducts Tchaikovsky 2 ANZAC Commemorative Concert 7 Dvořák s New World 3 James Morrison & WASO 8 Beethoven & Mahler TOTAL $ 3 CLASSICS THU FRI SAT STD CON* * For details on applicable concessions see page Rhapsody in Blue Under years prices are not available for Create Your Own packages. 2 Ravishing Rachmaninov No discount available for Premium and C Reserve. Create Your Own Packages exclude The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King 3 Vivaldi s Four Seasons and the Family concerts. 4 Carmina Burana 5 The Romantic Cello 6 Diana Doherty Plays Mozart 7 Tchaikovsky's Winter Dreams 8 Ravel s Bolero ADDITIONAL SUBSCRIBER TICKETS** To purchase additional tickets list the concerts and dates below. Refer to the Calendar on page 45 for dates. CONCERT TITLE DATE (DD/MM) SEATING PREFERENCE (PREMIUM, A, B, C, D, CHOIR) TYPE & QUALITY STD CONC* U * For details on applicable concessions see page 38. ** Transaction fees apply to all ticket purchases booked by phone, mail or internet. No discount available for Premium, C and D Reserve. DONATIONS Through this gift you are helping us to touch souls and enrich lives through music. I would like to make a tax deductible donation to support the Orchestra. $500 $100 $50 Other OR / / I wish to make a regular tax deductible donation that supports WASO on an ongoing basis. (first donation I wish to donate $ every month 3 months 6 months 12 months. amount only) Regular donations are made through a secure payment system. We will contact you to finalise details. TOTAL $ 5 SUBTOTAL Transaction fee $7.70 TOTAL $ 4 OR 3 CREATE YOUR OWN PACKAGES Ticket prices for each concert (includes discount). BRAHMS FESTIVAL 1 BRAHMS FESTIVAL 2, 3 & 4 MASTERS 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 & 8 CLASSICS 2, 5, 6 & 7 MASTERS 7 CLASSICS 8 ADDITIONAL SUBSCRIBER TICKETS Select 4 or more concerts from the list below and receive up to 20% discount and a host of additional benefits. Standard Concession* PREMIUM A B C ˆ PREMIUM A B C ˆ 4 Concerts 10% discount $0.00 $85.50 $76.50 $55.00 $0.00 $76.50 $67.50 $ Concerts 15% discount $0.00 $80.75 $72.25 $55.00 $0.00 $72.25 $63.75 $ Concerts 20% discount $0.00 $76.00 $68.00 $55.00 $0.00 $68.00 $60.00 $ Concerts 10% discount $ $81.00 $72.00 $ $ $72.00 $63.00 $ Concerts 15% discount $ $76.50 $ $ $ $68.00 $59.50 $ Concerts 20% discount $ $ $ $ $ $ $56.00 $ Concerts 10% discount $80.10 $69. $50.00 $71.10 $60. $ Concerts 15% discount $75.65 $65.45 $50.00 $67.15 $56.95 $ Concerts 20% discount $71.20 $61.60 $50.00 $63.20 $53.60 $ Concerts 10% discount $84.60 $73.80 $55.00 $75.60 $64.80 $ Concerts 15% discount $79.90 $69.70 $55.00 $71. $61.20 $ Concerts 20% discount $75.20 $65.60 $55.00 $67.20 $57.60 $50.00 CLASSICS 1, 3 & 4 4 Concerts 10% discount $89.10 $78. $60.00 $80.10 $69. $ Concerts 15% discount $84.15 $73.95 $60.00 $75.65 $65.45 $ Concerts 20% discount $79.20 $69.60 $60.00 $71.20 $61.60 $55.00 MORNING SYMPHONY 4 Concerts 10% discount $51. (One Reserve) $44.10 (One Reserve) 5 7 Concerts 15% discount $48.45 (One Reserve) $41.65 (One Reserve) ANZAC COMMEMORATIVE CONCERT THE MUSIC OF JAMES BOND JAMES MORRISON & WASO * For details on applicable concessions see page 38. ^ Restricted viewing. 8+ Concerts 20% discount $45.60 (One Reserve) $39.20 (One Reserve) 4 Concerts 10% discount $63.00 $45.00 $.00 $58.50 $.50 $ Concerts 15% discount $59.50 $42.50 $.00 $55.25 $38.25 $ Concerts 20% discount $56.00 $.00 $.00 $52.00 $36.00 $ Concerts 10% discount $99.00 $80.10 $62.10 $49.00 $99.00 $80.10 $62.10 $ Concerts 15% discount $99.00 $75.65 $58.65 $49.00 $99.00 $75.65 $58.65 $ Concerts 20% discount $99.00 $71.20 $55.20 $49.00 $99.00 $71.20 $55.20 $49.00 Under years prices are not available for Create Your Own packages. No discount available for Premium and C Reserve. Create Your Own packages exclude The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King and the Family concerts. Subscribers save on additional tickets to our 2015 season subscription concerts (only available through WASO). Single ticket prices are subject to change from 1 December 2014, but subscriber prices will stay the same. Single tickets for 2015 concerts will be on sale to the general public from Monday 1 December 2014, 9am (unless otherwise stated on the concert pages). More information on page 36. TOTALS & PAYMENT I am paying Final total As above By instalment Subscriptions only (not available online) 2 instalments: 1st payment at booking 2nd payment on Friday 16 January instalments: 1st payment at booking 2nd payment on Friday 16 January rd payment on Friday 20 February instalments: 1st payment at booking 2nd payment on Friday 28 November rd payment on Friday 16 January th payment on Friday 20 February 2015 I am paying Cheque/money order Made payable to West Australian Symphony Orchestra Cash Please do not send cash via mail HALF OF FINAL TOTAL THIRD OF FINAL TOTAL QUARTER OF FINAL TOTAL FINAL $ + $7.70 HANDLING FEE INSTALMENT AMOUNT Standard Additional Subscriber Tickets/ Concession* Under PREMIUM A B C ˆ D ˆ CHOIR A B C ˆ D ˆ CHOIR A B C ˆ D ˆ CHOIR BRAHMS FESTIVAL 1 $0 $95 $85 $55 $45 $ $85 $75 $50 $ $ $75 $65 $45 $35 $25 BRAHMS FESTIVAL 2, 3 & 4 $105 $90 $80 $50 $ $ $80 $70 $45 $35 $ $70 $60 $ $ $18 MASTERS 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 & 8 CLASSICS 2, 5, 6 & 7 $89 $77 $50 $45 $ $79 $67 $45 $35 $ $45 $35 $25 $20 $18 MASTERS 7 CLASSICS 8 $94 $82 $55 $50 $ $84 $72 $50 $ $ $50 $ $ $25 $18 CLASSICS 1, 3 & 4 $99 $87 $60 $55 $ $89 $77 $55 $45 $ $55 $45 $35 $ $18 MORNING SYMPHONY $57 (One Reserve) $27 $49 (One Reserve) $27 $25 (One Reserve) $15 FAMILY $26 (One Reserve) $26 (One Reserve) ANZAC COMMEMORATIVE CONCERT $70 $50 $ $ $65 $45 $35 $25 THE MUSIC OF JAMES BOND JAMES MORRISON & WASO $99 $89 $69 $49 $35 $89 $69 $49 $35 Mastercard Visa AMEX CCV number Exp / Signature RETURN FORM MAIL WASO Subscriptions, Reply Paid 841, East Perth WA 6892 FAX If faxing form please do not also mail. IN PERSON Visit the WASO Box Office at 445 Hay Street, Perth (Monday to Friday, 9am 5pm). Cardholder s name * A copy of all applicable concessions must be supplied with booking form. See page 38 for details. * For details on applicable concessions see page 38. ^ Restricted viewing. Choir stalls not available for The Music of James Bond, ANZAC Commemorative Concert, James Morrison & WASO, Classics 4 Carmina Burana, Masters 5 Simone Young Conducts Fauré s Requiem, Classics 8 Ravel s Bolero and the Family concerts at Perth Concert Hall. Transaction fees apply to all single ticket purchases booked by phone, mail or internet. No discount for Premium, C and D Reserve and Choir stalls.

23 42 WASO 2015 PHILANTHROPY 43 REPERTOIRE 2015 BRAHMS FESTIVAL MASTERS CLASSICS MORNING SYMPHONY COMPOSER TITLE DATE SERIES PAGE BACH, J.S. Orchestral Suite No.4 April, 1 & 2 May & 23 BEETHOVEN Leonore Overture No.3 27 & 28 March 2 10 Piano Concerto No.1 20 & 21 November 8 13 BERNSTEIN Serenade (After Plato s Symposium) 16 & 17 October 7 13 BLOCH Schelomo Hebraic Rhapsody 27 & 28 March 2 10 BORODIN Prince Igor, Act II: Polovtsian Dances 17 & 18 April 2 16 BRAHMS Concerto for Violin and Cello 22 August 2 6 Piano Concerto No.1 28 August 3 7 Piano Concerto No.2 29 August 4 7 Symphony No.1 21 August 1 6 Symphony No.2 22 August 2 6 Symphony No.3 28 August 3 7 Symphony No.4 29 August 4 7 Violin Concerto 21 August 1 6 BRUCH Violin Concerto No.1 13 & 14 March 1 10 CARTER Holiday Overture 17 & 18 April 2 16 CHOPIN orch. STRAVINSKY Grande valse brillante 2 & 3 October 7 19 Nocturne Op.32 No.2 2 & 3 October 7 19 COPLAND Fanfare for the Common Man 15, 16 & 17 October & 25 DEBUSSY La Mer 13 & 14 March 1 10 DVORAK Serenade in E major for strings 5 & 6 June 4 Symphony No.9 From the New World 15, 16 & 17 October & 25 ELGAR elab. ANTHONY PAYNE Symphony No.3 31 July & 1 August 6 18 FALLA Nights in the Gardens of Spain 26, 27 & 28 November 8 19 FAURE Pavane 7 & 8 August 5 12 Requiem 7 & 8 August 5 12 GERSHWIN The Man I Love 19, 20 & 21 March & 22 I Got Rhythm & Someone to Watch Over Me 20 & 21 March 1 16 Rhapsody in Blue 19, 20 & 21 March & 22 GERSHWIN arr. MCBRIDE Girl Crazy: Overture 20 & 21 March 1 16 HAYDN Symphony No.22 The Philosopher 31 July & 1 August 6 18 Symphony No.44 Trauer-Symphonie 13 & 14 March 1 10 KALINNIKOV Symphony No.1 2, 3 & 4 July & 24 KALMAN Die Csárdásfürstin: In den Bergen 19, 20 & 21 March & 22 LEDGER, JAMES New Work WORLD PREMIERE 4 & 5 September 6 12 LEHAR Selected operetta arias 19, 20 & 21 March & 22 MAHLER Symphony No.1 Titan 19, 20 & 21 November & 25 MOZART Oboe Concerto in C major 31 July & 1 August 6 18 Symphony No.38 Prague 13 & 14 March 1 10 Violin Concerto No.3 4, 5 & 6 June 4 4 & 23 MUSSORGSKY orch. RAVEL Pictures at an Exhibition 4, 5 & 6 June 4 4 & 23 ORFF Carmina burana 19 & 20 June 4 17 POULENC Les Animaux modèles Suite 7 & 8 August 5 12 RACHMANINOV Symphony No.2 16, 17 & 18 April & 22 Vocalise 3 & 4 July 5 18 RAMEAU Les Indes Galantes Suite 1 & 2 May 3 17 RAVEL Alborada del gracioso 26, 27 & 28 November 8 19 Bolero 26, 27 & 28 November 8 19 RESPIGHI Ancient Airs and Dances Suite No.2 19 & 20 June 4 17 SAINT-SAENS Cello Concerto No.2 2, 3 & 4 July & 24 Piano Concerto No.2 2 & 3 October 7 19 SIBELIUS The Swan of Tuonela 8 & 9 May 3 Symphony No.5 8 & 9 May 3 STRAUSS, J. Jr Éljen a Magyar 19, 20 & 21 March & 22 Excerpts from Zigeunerbaron [Gypsy Baron] 19, 20 & 21 March & 22 STRAUSS, R. Don Quixote 27 & 28 March 2 10 TCHAIKOVSKY Francesca da Rimini 3 & 4 July 5 18 Symphony No.1 Winter Dreams 2 & 3 October 7 19 Symphony No.5 3, 4 & 5 September & 24 TOWER, JOAN Fanfare for the Uncommon Woman 15, 16 & 17 October & 25 TURINA Danzas fantásticas 26, 27 & 28 November 8 19 TURNAGE, MARK-ANTHONY Håkan WORLD PREMIERE 8 & 9 May 3 VAUGHAN WILLIAMS Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis 8 & 9 May 3 VERDI La forza del destino, Act I: Overture 19 & 20 June 4 17 VILLA-LOBOS Chôros No.10 Rasga o coração 26, 27 & 28 November 8 19 VIVALDI Four Seasons April, 1 & 2 May & 23 WAGNER Lohengrin, Act 1: Prelude 3, 4 & 5 September & 24 WASO PHILANTHROPY To be able to touch souls and enrich lives through music, we need your support. Revenue from ticket sales covers less than half of our costs. Your tax deductible donation helps us achieve our goals of excellence and accessibility. What your donation can become: $25 is a student s Backstage Pass to meet the Orchestra and watch a concert. $75 covers the cost of a night out for a parent or carer of a sick child. $250 can pay for a presenter at a free community concert. $1,500 becomes a school workshop with our Education Coordinator. WASO s philanthropy program continues to grow, supporting our vision. It is an exciting time to be a part of this community of supporters, to meet our musicians and to know you have helped make a difference to our ability to touch souls and enrich lives through music. Together we can do amazing things. For more information please go to waso.com.au or contact Jane Clare, Fundraising and Philanthropy Coordinator, on or philanthropy@waso.com.au. WASO Philanthropy Partner

24 44 WASO 2015 CALENDAR 45 CORPORATE PARTNERS 2015 CALENDAR 2015 BRAHMS FESTIVAL MASTERS CLASSIC MORNING SYMPHONY FAMILY SPECIAL EVENTS COMMUNITY EVENTS MONTH DATE DAY CONCERT CONCERT VENUE PAGE PARTNERS OF EXCELLENCE PLATINUM PARTNERS CONCERTO PARTNERS OVERTURE PARTNERS SONATA PARTNERS EDUCATION PARTNERS KEYNOTE PARTNERS ORCHESTRA SUPPORTERS MEDIA PARTNERS FUNDING PARTNERS The West Australian Symphony Orchestra is assisted by the Australian Government through the Australia Council, its arts funding and advisory body. School of Music Tertiary Education Partner stotthoare MARCH 13 & 14 Friday & Saturday Sarah Chang Plays Bruch 1 Perth Concert Hall Thursday Rhapsody in Blue 1 Perth Concert Hall & 21 Friday & Saturday Rhapsody in Blue 1 Perth Concert Hall & 28 Friday & Saturday Mischa Maisky in Concert 2 Perth Concert Hall 10 APRIL 10 & Friday & Saturday The Music of James Bond 1 Perth Concert Hall 28 MAY JUNE JULY 16 Thursday Ravishing Rachmaninov 2 Perth Concert Hall & 18 Friday & Saturday Ravishing Rachmaninov 2 Perth Concert Hall Thursday ANZAC Commemorative Concert 2 Perth Concert Hall 29 Thursday Vivaldi's Four Seasons 3 Perth Concert Hall 23 1 & 2 Friday & Saturday Vivaldi s Four Seasons 3 Perth Concert Hall 17 8 & 9 Friday & Saturday Sibelius Fifth Symphony 3 Perth Concert Hall 4 Thursday Pictures at an Exhibition 4 Perth Concert Hall 23 5 & 6 Friday & Saturday Pictures at an Exhibition 4 Perth Concert Hall 12 & 13 Friday & Saturday The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King 3 Riverside Theatre, PCEC 19 & 20 Friday & Saturday Carmina Burana 4 Perth Concert Hall Monday Sunday Education Week Perth Concert Hall Saturday The Rusty Orchestra Perth Concert Hall Sunday Rhythm in Your Rubbish 1 Perth Concert Hall Sunday WASO s Open Day Perth Concert Hall 33 2 Thursday The Romantic Cello 5 Perth Concert Hall 24 3 & 4 Friday & Saturday The Romantic Cello 5 Perth Concert Hall Friday Diana Doherty Plays Mozart 6 Perth Concert Hall 18 AUGUST 1 Saturday Diana Doherty Plays Mozart 6 Perth Concert Hall 18 7 & 8 Friday & Saturday Simone Young Conducts Fauré s Requiem 5 Perth Concert Hall Friday Pinchas Zukerman Plays Brahms 1 Perth Concert Hall 6 22 Saturday Brahms Double Concerto 2 Perth Concert Hall 6 28 Friday Garrick Ohlsson Plays Brahms First 3 Perth Concert Hall 7 29 Saturday Garrick Ohlsson Plays Brahms Second 4 Perth Concert Hall 7 SEPTEMBER 3 Thursday Asher Fisch Conducts Tchaikovsky 6 Perth Concert Hall 24 4 & 5 Friday & Saturday Asher Fisch Conducts Tchaikovsky 6 Perth Concert Hall 12 OCTOBER 2 & 3 Friday & Saturday Tchaikovsky's Winter Dreams 7 Perth Concert Hall Thursday Dvořák s New World 7 Perth Concert Hall & 17 Friday & Saturday Dvořák s New World 7 Perth Concert Hall 13 NOVEMBER 1 Sunday Symphonic Sorcery: The Music of Harry Potter 2 Perth Concert Hall Thursday Mahler s Titan 8 Perth Concert Hall & 21 Friday & Saturday Beethoven & Mahler 8 Perth Concert Hall 13 26, 27 & 28 Thursday, Friday & Saturday Ravel's Bolero 8 Perth Concert Hall 19 DECEMBER 3 & 4 Thursday & Friday James Morrison & WASO: A Journey Through Jazz 4 Perth Concert Hall Saturday Symphony in the City Langley Park 33 To share in our vision and discuss the many opportunities available through corporate partnerships please contact Corporate Development on THANK YOU Thanks to all the WASO staff and musicians who contributed their time in creating this brochure. Brochure Design Chil3 chil3.com Photography Christophe Canato christophecanato.net Craig Kinder f22photography.com Guest Artist Photo Credits Australian War Museum, Sussie Ahlburg, Nik Babic, Colin Bell, Marco Borggreve, Toby Burrows, James Campbell, Hannah Clemen, Jürgen Frank, Steven Godbee, Chris Gonz, Benno Hunziker, Paul Labelle, Klaus Lefebvre, Cheryl Mazak, Pier Andrea Morolli, Marco Caselli Nirmal, Tom Rovis-Hermann, Hideki Shiozawa, Emma Van Dordrecht, Cliff Waatt and Jonathan Wilkinson. We will do everything in our power to present the programs listed in this brochure, but sometimes things happen that are beyond our control. In these instances we will have to vary the program without notice and we ask for your understanding.

25 WASO 2015 SUBSCRIBE ONLINE AT WASO.COM.AU MAIL WASO Subscriptions Reply Paid 841 East Perth WA 6892 PHONE WASO Box Office Monday to Friday, 9am 5pm VISIT WASO Box Office: Ground Floor, 445 Hay Street, Perth Monday to Friday, 9am 5pm WEB waso.com.au