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2 Our music is everyone s music and we are going to spread it like wildfire. ~Tito Muñoz I am thrilled to be joining your Phoenix Symphony as the next Virginia G. Piper Music Director. From our very first concerts together, I felt a special chemistry with the musicians of the orchestra, and their passion and desire for excellence is truly inspiring. I look forward to sharing this excitement with all of you, both in the concert hall and in the community. I believe that our music is everyone s music and we are going to spread it like wildfire. I hope to see you for the 2014/15 Season, featuring the very best in classical and popular concert repertoire. Tito Muñoz Virginia G. Piper Music Director

3 CLASSICS SERIES Opening Night Tito Muñoz Conducts Carmina Burana Celebrate a new chapter in the history of The Phoenix Symphony as Maestro Tito Muñoz makes his debut as The Phoenix Symphony s eleventh Virginia G. Piper Music Director. Join Maestro Muñoz in this powerful program as he leads The Phoenix Symphony, The Phoenix Symphony Chorus and Phoenix Boys Choir in Carl Orff s majestic and scenic cantata, Carmina burana, featuring the famous O Fortuna movement heard in numerous movie and television commercial scores. This magical program also features Igor Stravinsky s adventurous Firebird Suite, a masterwork of personal significance to Maestro Muñoz. Don t miss this historic evening and join Phoenix in welcoming Maestro Tito Muñoz. I am eager to bring one of my personal favorite pieces of music to Phoenix, the Suite from The Firebird, which is one of the first pieces of orchestral repertoire I learned in my youth, alongside the majestic and celebrated Carmina burana. Tito Muñoz, Virginia G. Piper Music Director Sept 19, :30 pm Sept 20, :30 pm Stravinsky: Suite from The Firebird (1919) Orff: Carmina burana Tito Muñoz, conductor Mary MacKenzie, soprano Christopher Pfund, tenor Corey McKem, baritone The Phoenix Symphony Chorus Phoenix Boys Choir

4 CLASSICS SERIES Appalachian Spring SCOTTSDALE CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Oct 2, :30 pm* Oct 3, :30 am** Oct 4, :30 pm PINNACLE PRESBYTERIAN Oct 5, :00 pm*** Tito Muñoz, conductor Amy Dickson, saxophone Gould: Spirituals John Williams: Escapades from Catch Me If You Can Higdon: Soprano Sax Concerto Copland: Suite from Appalachian Spring Amy Dickson is a celebrated saxophonist and a personal friend of mine, so it gives me great pleasure to bring her to Phoenix for her North American debut. Tito Muñoz, Virginia G. Piper Music Director Maestro Tito Muñoz continues his triumphant and dynamic inaugural season with Aaron Copland s quintessential masterpiece, Appalachian Spring. Reminiscent of an idealized America, Copland s harmonic and luxurious Pulitzer Prize-winning ballet suite has become one of the most inspiring and symbolic works of the 20th century. In this program Maestro Muñoz also debuts classical saxophonist Amy Dickson; the #1 UK Classical artist who has won Breakthrough Artist of the Year. Hear her unique sound in John Williams lively and energetic Escapades from Catch Me If You Can, as well as in Jennifer Higdon s Soprano Sax Concerto which has been called a significant testament to beauty. The evening begins with Morton Gould s Spirituals. * 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. ***As a Special Performance, this concert is not part of the Classics Series and can be purchased individually.

5 CLASSICS SERIES Tchaikovsky s Symphony No. 6 Oct 17, :30 pm Oct 18, :30 pm Tito Muñoz, conductor Steven Moeckel, violin Rossini: Overture to L Italiana in Algeri Mozart: Concerto No. 5 in A Major for Violin and Orchestra, K. 219 (Turkish) Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 5 in B minor, op. 74 (Pathétique) Premiering just days before his death, Tchaikovsky s sixth and final symphony takes the audience on a pathos-laden journey exploring life, death and the human existence. This gripping and emotional symphony brings an unparalleled emotional honesty to orchestral music. The program also features The Phoenix Symphony s world renowned and Valley favorite Concertmaster Steven Moeckel performing Mozart s enchanting and lively Turkish Violin Concerto. The evening begins with the overture to Rossini s popular comedy, L Italiana in Algeri The Italian Girl in Algiers. Concertmaster Steven Moeckel s performance of Shostakovich s Violin Concerto last November was pure magic. I look forward to working with Steven once again for Mozart s Turkish Violin Concerto No. 5. Tito Muñoz, Virginia G. Piper Music Director

6 CLASSICS SERIES Beethoven and Brahms Nov 21, :00 am* Nov 21, :30 pm Nov 22, :30 pm Michael Christie, conductor William Wolfram, piano Beethoven: Symphony No. 1 in C Major, op. 21 Brahms: Concerto No. 1 in D minor for Piano and Orchestra, op. 15 Back by popular demand, Music Director Laureate Michael Christie returns to The Phoenix Symphony to conduct Beethoven s revolutionary Symphony No. 1, which uniquely and boldly advanced the overall symphonic form. Also returning to Phoenix with Maestro Christie is internationally recognized pianist William Wolfram, performing Brahms Piano Concerto No. 1. Wolfram s versatile piano technique and immense energy is highlighted by the young Brahms captivating concerto. *Coffee Classics performances feature one hour of music selected from the weekend s program.

7 CLASSICS SERIES Dvořák s Symphony No. 9 New World Symphony Nov 28, :30 pm Nov 29, :30 pm JoAnn Falletta, conductor Chloë Hanslip, violin Borodin: Overture to Prince Igor Prokofiev: Concerto No. 1 in D Major for Violin & Orchestra, op. 19 Dvořák: Symphony No. 9 in E minor, op. 95 (From the New World) Celebrate this season of Thanksgiving as Maestra JoAnn Falletta returns to explore the new world in Dvořák s Symphony No. 9, New World Symphony. Commissioned and written entirely in the United States, this symphony From the New World, is one of the most popular works in the romantic repertoire and stands today as a triumphant tribute to the American spirit.

8 CLASSICS SERIES Prokofiev s Piano Concerto No. 2 SCOTTSDALE CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Jan 8, :30 pm* Jan 9, :30 pm Jan 10, :30 pm James Feddeck, conductor Vadym Kholodenko, piano (Van Cliburn Gold Medalist) Shostakovich: Festive Overture, op. 96 Prokofiev: Piano Concerto No. 2 in G minor for Piano and Orchestra, op. 16 Brahms: Symphony No. 3 in F Major, op. 90 The Phoenix Symphony is honored to welcome 2013 Van Cliburn Gold Medalist Vadym Kholodenko to the 2014/15 season and his Phoenix Symphony debut. Acclaimed for his absorbing musical shadings and artistic depth, Kholodenko delivers an unforgettable performance of Prokofiev s grand and lyrical second piano concerto. This program also features Brahms impassioned and intense Symphony No. 3 in F Major, considered his most nearly perfect artistic creation. * This concert is part of the Scottsdale Series and can be purchased in the Scottsdale Series Subscription or individually.

9 CLASSICS SERIES CLASSICS SERIES Sibelius Symphony No. 5 Barber s Cello Concerto Jan 15, :00 am* Jan 16, :30 pm Jan 17, :30 pm Michael Christie, conductor Viviana Cumplido Wilson, flute Grieg: Selections from Peer Gynt Nielsen: Concerto for Flute and Orchestra Sibelius: Symphony No. 5 in E-flat Major, op. 82 Music Director Laureate Michael Christie returns for his second and final appearance in the 2014/15 season to lead The Phoenix Symphony in a celebration of the 150th anniversary of the births of both Jean Sibelius and Carl Nielsen. This concert features Jean Sibelius triumphant and enveloping Symphony No. 5. The evening also includes The Phoenix Symphony s own Principal Flutist Viviana Cumplido Wilson, with Nielsen s intimate and melodic flute concerto. The program begins with selections from Edvard Grieg s expansive Peer Gynt including the ever popular theme In the Hall of the Mountain King. Mar 6, :00 am* Mar 6, :30 pm Mar 7, :30 pm Carlos-Miguel Prieto, conductor Christian Poltera, cello Revueltas: Suite from Redes Barber: Concerto for Cello and Orchestra, op. 22 Schumann: Symphony No. 2 in C Major Guest Conductor Carlos-Miguel Prieto returns to lead a dynamic program of Revueltas, Barber and Schumann. Cellist Christian Poltera, selected as a BBC New Generation Artist, performs Barber s romantic Cello Concerto on his 1711 Mara Stradivari cello. This program also presents Schumann s challenging yet richly expressive and popular second symphony and Mexican-born Silvestre Revueltas Redes Suite, representing his score from the powerful Mexican film The Wave. *Coffee Classics performances feature one hour of music selected from the weekend s program. *Coffee Classics performances feature one hour of music selected from the weekend s program.

10 CLASSICS SERIES Mendelssohn s Italian Symphony, No. 4 Mar 20, :00 am* Mar 20, :30 pm Mar 21, :30 pm Tito Muñoz, conductor Louis Lortie, piano Webern: Im Sommerwind Chopin: Concerto No. 1 in E minor for Piano and Orchestra, op. 11 Mendelssohn: Symphony No. 4 in A Major, op. 90 (Italian) Tito Muñoz, in his inaugural season, returns to Symphony Hall demonstrating his remarkable and focused conducting style with a passionate program of Webern, Chopin and Mendelssohn. Known for his fresh perspective, Canadian born pianist Louie Lortie returns to Phoenix to perform Chopin s first piano concerto. The evening begins with Webern s opulent and poetic Im Sommerwind and concludes with Mendelssohn s joyful representation of Italy through his most popular Symphony No. 4, the Italian Symphony. This truly exciting concert features two personal favorites as Louie Lortie returns to Phoenix for Chopin and the orchestra leads audiences on a music journey through Italy with Mendelssohn s Italian Symphony. *Coffee Classics performances feature one hour of music selected from the weekend s program. Tito Muñoz, Virginia G. Piper Music Director

11 CLASSICS SERIES Mozart s Symphony No. 40 Apr 17, :00 am* Apr 17, :30 pm Apr 18, :30 pm Tito Muñoz, conductor Paul Jacobs, organ Beethoven: Leonore Overture No. 3, op. 72b Guilmant: Symphony No. 1 for Organ & Orchestra in D minor, op. 92 Mozart: Symphony No. 40 in G minor, K. 550 The centerpiece of Mozart s final symphonic trilogy, Symphony No. 40 encompasses unparalleled emotional range during four movements full of contrast and character. Tito Muñoz, continuing his triumphant debut with The Phoenix Symphony, leads a program that also features the return of Grammy Award-winning organist Paul Jacobs performing Guilmant s Symphony No. 1 for Organ and Orchestra. The evening begins with the overture to Beethoven s loving opera, Fidelio. I am looking forward to working with Paul on this concert. Paul Jacobs is recognized as one of the top organists in the world and this will be my first time working with him and Guilmant s Symphony No. 1. Tito Muñoz, Virginia G. Piper Music Director *Coffee Classics performances feature one hour of music selected from the weekend s program.

12 CLASSICS SERIES An Evening with the Phoenix Boys Choir SCOTTSDALE CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS May 7, :30 pm* May 8, :30 pm May 9, :30 pm Tito Muñoz, conductor The Phoenix Symphony Chorus Phoenix Boys Choir Vaughan Williams: Magnificat Brahms: Schicksalslied, op. 54 (Song of Destiny) Kodály: Psalmus hungaricus, op. 13 Join Maestro Tito Muñoz and his convincing musicianship on the podium in an evening of beautiful and diverse choral repertoire with The Phoenix Symphony Chorus and the world-renowned Phoenix Boys Choir. The evening begins with Vaughan Williams Magnificat, a lyrical expression of joy and thanksgiving. The evening continues with Brahms Schicksalslied or Song of Destiny, which explores the competing existence of deities and mortals. The evening concludes with both choirs singing Kodály s rarely performed Psalmus hungaricus, a bombastic and defiant work based on scriptures Psalm 55 to mark the 50th anniversary of the unification of Buda and Pest in Hungary. This is truly going to be a magical night of beautiful and diverse choral repertoire featuring our very own Phoenix Symphony Chorus and the world renowned Phoenix Boys Choir. Tito Muñoz, Virginia G. Piper Music Director * This concert is part of the Scottsdale Series and can be purchased in the Scottsdale Series Subscription or individually.

13 CLASSICS SERIES Mahler s Symphony No. 1 SCOTTSDALE CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS May 21, :30 pm* May 22, :00 am** May 22, :30 pm May 23, :30 pm Tito Muñoz, conductor Giora Schmidt, violin Adam Schoenberg: Finding Rothko Bruch: Concerto No. 1 in G minor for Violin and Orchestra, op. 26 Mahler: Symphony No. 1 in D Major (Titan) In the final concert of Maestro Muñoz debut season, The Phoenix Symphony presents Mahler s Symphony No. 1 in a musical journey of triumph over death. Praised by the Cleveland Plain Dealer as impossible to resist, captivating with lyricism, tonal warmth, and boundless enthusiasm, violinist Giora Schmidt makes his Phoenix Symphony debut with Bruch s enduring first violin concerto. The program opens with Finding Rothko, an enchanting piece reflecting on four of the abstract works by Russian artist Mark Rothko by the young American composer, Adam Schoenberg. A program featuring two of my passions. I have always been an admirer of the grandeur of Mahler and look forward to introducing Phoenix to a young composer, Adam Schoenberg, with his powerful piece Finding Rothko. Tito Muñoz, Virginia G. Piper Music Director *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.

14 POPS SERIES Sounds of New Orleans A Tribute to Louis Armstrong Sept 26, :30 pm Sept 28, :00 pm Larry Blank, conductor Byron Stripling, trumpet/vocalist This musical showcase of the Big Easy features a loving tribute to Louis Armstrong. From St. Louis Blues and Sweet Georgia Brown to What a Wonderful World and When the Saints Come Marching In, virtuoso trumpeter and singer Byron Stripling leads a swinging evening filled with the sounds that make the Crescent City famous. Celebrating 25 Years of Partnership with The Phoenix Symphony

15 POPS SERIES SAVOR THE SYMPHONY WOMEN S LUNCHEON Oct 24, :00 am Oct 24, :30 pm Oct 25, :30 pm Cheyenne Jackson Celebrating 25 Years of Partnership with The Phoenix Symphony Randal Craig Fleischer, conductor Cheyenne Jackson, vocalist Cheyenne Jackson, a multi-talented actor, singer, and songwriter makes his Arizona debut with The Phoenix Symphony singing a dazzling parade of popular songs from the Great American Songbook. Celebrate famous film music, beloved musicals and the great leading men and women of the cinema with Cheyenne Jackson. You ve seen him on Glee, 30 Rock, Curb Your Enthusiasm, on Broadway and in the Emmy award-winning film Behind the Candelabra. The New York Daily News hails, Cheyenne Jackson has got it all the voice, the moves, the quirky self-effacing humor. Join The Phoenix Symphony and Cheyenne Jackson for a truly unforgettable evening.

16 POPS SERIES Holiday Pops Dec 5, :30 pm Dec 6, :00 pm Dec 6, :30 pm Dec 7, :00 pm Stuart Chafetz, conductor Mike Elderidge, tenor Desert Bells, bell choir The Phoenix Symphony Chorus Phoenix Girls Chorus O Come, All Ye Faithful to the Valley s most beloved holiday tradition, Holiday Pops, as Guest Conductor Stuart Chafetz returns to lead The Phoenix Symphony and The Phoenix Symphony Chorus in this festive concert of seasonal favorites and the ever-popular Holiday sing-a-long. This year the tradition soars to new and angelic heights as the Desert Bells Bell Choir and The Phoenix Girls Chorus take their place among over 200 artists in a performance guaranteed to deliver the holiday spirit. Celebrating 25 Years of Partnership with The Phoenix Symphony

17 POPS SERIES The Texas Tenors Jan 2, :30 pm Jan 3, :30 pm Jan 4, :00 pm Stuart Chafetz, conductor The Texas Tenors, vocalists Celebrating 25 Years of Partnership with The Phoenix Symphony Back by popular demand, The Texas Tenors are riding into town to perform with The Phoenix Symphony. Fresh off their December 2013 PBS special with The Phoenix Symphony, these good ol boys from America s Got Talent combine their personal charisma and powerful harmonies in a mixture of country, contemporary and operatic favorites. With songs like their original hit You Should Dream, favorites Nessun Dorma and God Bless the USA and new surprises likes Music of the Night from Phantom of the Opera and more, this will be a Texas-sized performance you don t want to miss.

18 POPS SERIES Broadway Romance Jan 23, :30 pm Jan 24, :30 pm Jan 25, :00 pm Ted Sperling, conductor Laura Osnes, vocalist Santino Fontana, vocalist Get an early start to Valentine s Day and join The Phoenix Symphony and stars of Broadway as they sing their way through Tony Award-winner Ted Sperling s guide to the greatest love stories from Broadway musicals. Hear music from West Side Story, Girl Crazy, Follies, Guys and Dolls, Camelot, Ragtime, Carousel, Annie Get Your Gun, and The Light in the Piazza and favorites like If I Loved You, Come Rain or Come Shine, Somewhere, and I ve Never Been in Love Before. This is a concert for the heart that you won t want to miss. Celebrating 25 Years of Partnership with The Phoenix Symphony

19 POPS SERIES A Night at the Movies: Singin in the Rain Mar 14, :30 pm Mar 15, :00 pm Randall Craig Fleischer, conductor The Phoenix Symphony takes you out for a movie in style with a unique presentation of the legendary Hollywood musical film Singin in the Rain, starring Gene Kelly, Donald O Connor, and Debbie Reynolds. The Phoenix Symphony accompanies this feature film live, bringing the iconic classical score to life with hits like the title song Singin in the Rain, and others such as Make Em Laugh, Fit as a Fiddle, and You Were Meant for Me sprinkled throughout this classic. Celebrating 25 Years of Partnership with The Phoenix Symphony

20 POPS SERIES POPS SERIES Celebrating 25 Years of Partnership with The Phoenix Symphony Celebrating 25 Years of Partnership with The Phoenix Symphony Gershwin: Rhapsody in Blue and More Mar 27, :30 pm Mar 28, :30 pm Mar 29, :00 pm Emil de Cou, conductor Eric Zuber, piano Kate Baldwin, vocalist Enjoy The Phoenix Symphony in a delightful celebration of the music of George Gershwin with one of the most popular American concert hits of all time. Hear Rhapsody in Blue performed by Eric Zuber, crowned as the 2013 Bösendorfer Piano Competition Winner right here in Phoenix. The program also features Gershwin favorites such as American in Paris, Strike Up the Band, and a one-of-a-kind medley of Shall We Dance. Legends of Nashville Apr 25, :30 pm Apr 26, :00 pm Randall Craig Fleischer, conductor The Legends of Nashville will hang their hats at Symphony Hall for a tribute to the greatest names in Country Music. With selections from famed singers and songwriters like Johnny Cash, Hank Williams, Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Faith Hill and Tennessee Ford, this show will leave your boots knocking and your country soul content.

21 POPS SERIES POPS SERIES Celebrating 25 Years of Partnership with The Phoenix Symphony Celebrating 25 Years of Partnership with The Phoenix Symphony All Night Long Music of the 1980 s May 16, :30 pm May 17, :00 pm Stuart Chafetz, conductor Farah Alvin, vocalist Joe Cassidy, vocalist Sure, the 80s had Ronald Regan and Reaganomics, John Hughes films and Molly Ringwald, but could any of that compare with the likes of Elton John, Cyndi Lauper, Phil Collins and Lionel Richie? Guest Conductor Stuart Chafetz returns to take audiences back to the 1980 s with favorites like Don t Stop Believin, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, and What a Feeling. Join The Phoenix Symphony in a musical salute to the decade that brought us parachute pants, leg warmers and headbands. Phoenix Theatre Collaboration May 29, :30 pm May 30, :30 pm May 31, :00 pm Tito Muñoz, conductor Phoenix Theatre Now in its fifth year, The Phoenix Symphony and Phoenix Theatre team up to bring you an exciting and unique collaboration featuring your favorite Broadway musicals. Previous presentations have offered The Music Man, South Pacific and My Fair Lady. This semi-staged production highlights Arizona s finest musicians and actors as they bring Broadway to life at Symphony Hall.

22 FAMILY SERIES FAMILY SERIES Halloween at Hogwarts The Polar Express Oct 19, :30 pm Matthew Kasper, conductor The Hogwarts Express returns to Symphony Hall this Halloween from its 2013 sold out debut. All muggles and wizards are welcome to attend as the orchestra performs seasonal selections and even more memorable music from the Harry Potter films. Come early dressed as your favorite Hogwarts citizen and enjoy pre-concert activities throughout the hall. Nov 30, :30 pm Stuart Chafetz, conductor Phoenix Girls Chorus A young boy strains to hear the bells on Santa s sleigh from his bed when a mysterious train arrives outside his house. Join him aboard the Polar Express for a delightful journey to the North Pole. A lively narration and special guest will immerse the audience into the world for those who truly believe. Continue the adventure and join The Phoenix Symphony for the annual holiday sing-a-long.

23 FAMILY SERIES FAMILY SERIES Eye of the Tiger! Phoenix Theatre Collaboration May 17, :00 pm Stuart Chafetz, conductor Farah Alvin, vocalist Joe Cassidy, vocalist Bring your kids along sporting their favorite team jersey to move and groove with one of the great decades in music history. Enjoy the orchestra s adaptations of 80s favorites that will have you and your kids dancing in the aisles. This isn t a mixed tape, it s live with The Phoenix Symphony featuring hits like Born in the U.S.A., What a Feeling, the theme from Ghostbusters and more. May 31, :00 pm Tito Muñoz, conductor Phoenix Theatre Experience a rare treat for the Family Series as The Phoenix Symphony and Phoenix Theatre team up for a unique family production featuring your favorite Broadway musicals. Previous presentations have offered The Music Man, South Pacific and My Fair Lady. This semi-staged production, to be announced this summer, highlights Arizona s finest musicians and actors as they bring a shortened family version of Broadway to life at Symphony Hall.

24 SCOTTSDALE SERIES COFFEE CLASSICS SERIES Appalachian Spring SCOTTSDALE CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS Oct 2, :30 pm Prokofiev s Piano Concerto No. 2 SCOTTSDALE CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS Jan 8, :30 pm An Evening with the Phoenix Boys Choir SCOTTSDALE CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS May 7, :30 pm Mahler s Symphony No. 1 SCOTTSDALE CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS May 21, :30 pm Appalachian Spring Oct 3, :00 am Beethoven and Brahms Nov 21, :00 am Sibelius Symphony No. 5 Jan 16, :00 am Barber s Cello Concerto Mar 6, :00 am Mendelssohn s Italian Symphony, No. 4 Mar 20, :00 am Mozart s Symphony No. 40 Apr 17, :00 am Mahler s Symphony No.1 May 22, :00 am See Classics Series for details and descriptions. Coffee Classics performances feature one hour of music selected from the weekend s program.

25 LEGENDS SERIES Introducing The New LEGENDS SERIES Music of Queen Mar 13, :30 pm The Phoenix Symphony debuts its 2014/15 Legends Series with chart topping hits from three of rock and pop s greatest recording artists of all time. Brent Havens, conductor Brody Dolyniuk, vocalist We will, we will, ROCK You! The 2014/15 Legends series debuts In a decade of super groups and four decades beyond Queen still reigns supreme. The Phoenix Symphony presents The Music of Queen. A Bohemian Rhapsody of hit after chart-smashing Queen hit. Brody Dolyniuk returns with The Phoenix Symphony to perform the solid platinum hits of Freddie Mercury, like Radio Ga Ga, We Are the Champions, Somebody to Love, Who Wants to Live Forever, Killer Queen, Don t Stop Me Now, Fat-Bottomed Girls, I Want It All, and many more. Music of Led Zeppelin Apr 24, :30 pm Brent Havens, conductor Randy Jackson, vocalist Bridging the gulf between rock n roll and classical music, The Phoenix Symphony will blow you away with the return of the popular Music of Led Zeppelin as the Legends Series continues. Amplified by a full rock band, creator Brent Havens will conduct the orchestra as they capture Led Zeppelin s sheer blast and power, riff for riff, while churning out new musical colors. The two-plus-hour concert features classic Zeppelin tunes, including Stairway to Heaven, Heartbreaker, Black Dog, Immigrant Song, and more. Super Diamond A Tribute to Neil Diamond May 15, :30 pm Stuart Chafetz, conductor Super Diamond, vocalist Super Diamond salutes the legendary Neil Diamond as lead singer Surreal Neil closes out the inaugural Legends Series with a high-octane show of hits made famous by the Sweet Caroline master himself. With Cracklin Rosie, Cherry Cherry, and I Am I Said, Neil Diamond made his unforgettable mark on contemporary music. Super Diamond has performed on the Late Show with David Letterman and to sold-out performances fans of the Solitary Man around the world.

26 SPECIAL PERFORMANCES Handel s Messiah Dec 10, :30 pm Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Dec 11, :30 pm TBD Dec 12, :30 pm Mesa Arts Center Dec 13, :30 pm Camelback Bible Church Dec 14, :00 pm Pinnacle Presbyterian Church Tito Muñoz, conductor The Phoenix Symphony Chorus 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.

27 SPECIAL PERFORMANCES New Year s Eve Celebration Dec 31, :30 pm Stuart Chafetz, conductor End the year on a high note and join one of our most entertaining guest conductors, Stuart Chafetz, as he conducts The Phoenix Symphony in the Valley s most popular New Year s Eve Celebration. Enjoy famous Strauss waltzes and seasonal classics and contemporary favorites from Rodgers and Hammerstein and Simon and Garfunkel. Don t miss this joyous and popular musical celebration that is sure to sell out.

28 SPECIAL PERFORMANCES SPECIAL EVENTS Appalachian Spring Special Performance PINNACLE PRESBYTERIAN Oct 5, :00 pm Tito Muñoz, conductor Amy Dickson, saxophone Gould: Spirituals J. Williams: Escapades from Catch Me If You Can Higdon: Soprano Sax Concerto Copland: Suite from Appalachian Spring Maestro Tito Muñoz continues his triumphant and dynamic inaugural season with Aaron Copland s quintessential masterpiece, Appalachian Spring. Reminiscent of an idealized America, Copland s harmonic and luxurious Pulitzer Prize-winning ballet suite has become one of the most inspiring and symbolic works of the 20th century. In this program Maestro Muñoz also debuts classical saxophonist Amy Dickson; the #1 UK Classical artist who has won Breakthrough Artist of the Year. Hear her unique sound in John Williams lively and energetic Escapades from Catch Me If You Can, as well as in Jennifer Higdon s Soprano Sax Concerto which has been called a significant testament to beauty. The evening begins with Morton Gould s Spirituals. Bösendorfer Piano Competition Jan 11, :30 pm James Feddeck, conductor The Phoenix Symphony partners once again with Bösendorfer, one of the world s oldest and most well-known piano manufacturers, and ASU s School of Music for the 7th Biannual Bösendorfer USASU International Piano Competition Finals. See rising star pianists from around the world as they compete to win $15,000, a guest artist contract with The Phoenix Symphony, and performance opportunities at the Bösendorfer National Concert Series. Join in the excitement and anticipation as the next Bösendorfer International Piano Competition winner is chosen. A Special Event with Phoenix International Raceway Oct. 24, :00 am Join us for the 3rd Annual Savor the Symphony Women s Luncheon featuring the gorgeous actor, singer and songwriter, Cheyenne Jackson. Eavesdrop on Cheyenne Jackson s rehearsal with The Phoenix Symphony as he delights the audience with popular songs from the Great American Songbook. Then dine at a luncheon prepared by Chef Bernie Kantak of The Gladly and Citizen Public House. Hear Cheyenne Jackson and Chef Bernie Kantak discuss their experiences and journies with music and food. All proceeds from this one-of-a-kind luncheon benefit The Phoenix Symphony Education and Community Engagement Programs. Sponsorships begin at $2,500. VIP Event Sep 27, :30 pm Performance Sep 27, :30 pm Larry Blank, conductor Shift into gear with The Phoenix Symphony as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Phoenix International Raceway! Event attendees will enjoy a pre-concert, red carpet VIP party with a chance to mingle with NASCAR personalities and local celebrities while enjoying savory food creations and specialty cocktails. Guests will also have the opportunity to bid on exclusive live and silent auction items specifically selected to impress at this one-of-a-kind event. The pre-concert party is followed by an electrifying performance by The Phoenix Symphony all about cars, motorsports and racing. Don t miss this unique opportunity to see The Phoenix Symphony and Phoenix International Raceway pump up the volume with The Sound of Speed! For pricing and event information, call Savor the Symphony Women s Luncheon

29 SUBSCRIBER BENEFITS SUBSCRIBER PACKAGES Subscriber Benefits The Best Seats at the Best Price Subscribers always have the best seats and at a savings of up to 30% off prices to the general public. 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. Reduced Ticket Exchange Fees If your schedule changes, your series tickets can too. Please note: there is a $2 per ticket exchange fee. Not all concerts are eligible for exchange. Please check with our Patron Services staff for more information. 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 2014/15 Season. Additional Discounts* As a subscriber, you will receive 20% off of additional single ticket purchases to any of our Classical, Pops, Scottsdale or Family Series concerts. 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. 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. Family Subscription Enjoy all four of the Family Series concerts, complete with one hour of familyfriendly pre-concert activities, including the popular Instrument Petting Zoo. Legends Series New! New this year, enjoy three concerts filled with chart topping hits from some of rock and pop s greatest recording artists of all time. Can t Decide How to Subscribe? Choose Your Own Subscription! 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. *These subscriber benefits do not apply to Choose Your Own packages. Combo Choose Your Own: Mix and match 4 or more concerts from the Classics or Pops Series.

30 CLASSICS SERIES SUBSCRIPTIONS CLASSICS 11 FRIDAYS CLASSICS 12 SATURDAYS CLASSICS 6A FRIDAYS CLASSICS 6A SATURDAYS CLASSICS 6B SATURDAYS COFFEE CLASSICS* Friday nights Saturday nights Friday nights Saturday nights Saturday nights Friday mornings Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $ Includes these 11 concerts: Sept 19, 2014 Tito Muñoz conducts Carmina Burana Oct 17, 2014 Tchaikovsky s Symphony No. 6 Nov 21, 2014 Beethoven and Brahms Nov 28, 2014 Dvořák s Symphony No. 9 New World Symphony Jan 9, 2015 Prokofiev s Piano Concerto No. 2 Jan 16, 2015 Sibelius Symphony No. 5 Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $ Includes these 12 concerts: Sept 20, 2014 Tito Muñoz conducts Carmina Burana Oct 4, 2014 Appalachian Spring Oct 18, 2014 Tchaikovsky s Symphony No. 6 Nov 22, 2014 Beethoven and Brahms Nov 29, 2014 Dvořák s Symphony No. 9 New World Symphony Jan 10, 2015 Prokofiev s Piano Concerto No. 2 Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $91.80 Includes these 6 concerts: Sept 19, 2014 Tito Muñoz conducts Carmina Burana Oct 17, 2014 Tchaikovsky s Symphony No. 6 Nov 28, 2014 Dvořák s Symphony No. 9 New World Symphony Jan 16, 2015 Sibelius Symphony No. 5 Mar 20, 2015 Mendelssohn s Italian Symphony, No. 4 May 8, 2015 An Evening with the Phoenix Boys Choir Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $91.80 Includes these 6 concerts: Sept 20, 2014 Tito Muñoz conducts Carmina Burana Oct 18, 2014 Tchaikovsky s Symphony No. 6 Nov 29, 2014 Dvořák s Symphony No. 9 New World Symphony Jan 17, 2015 Sibelius Symphony No. 5 Mar 21, 2015 Mendelssohn s Italian Symphony, No. 4 May 9, 2015 An Evening with the Phoenix Boys Choir Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $91.80 Includes these 6 concerts: Oct 4, 2014 Appalachian Spring Nov 22, 2014 Beethoven and Brahms Jan 10, 2015 Prokofiev s Piano Concerto No. 2 Mar 7, 2015 Barber s Cello Concerto Apr 18, 2015 Mozart s Symphony No. 40 May 23, 2015 Mahler s Symphony No. 1 Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Includes these 7 concerts: Oct 3, 2014 Appalachian Spring Nov 21, 2014 Beethoven and Brahms Jan 16, 2015 Sibelius Symphony No. 5 Mar 6, 2015 Barber s Cello Concerto Mar 20, 2015 Mendelssohn s Italian Symphony, No. 4 Apr 17, 2015 Mozart s Symphony No. 40 May 22, 2015 Mahler s Symphony No. 1 Mar 6, 2015 Barber s Cello Concerto Mar 20, 2015 Mendelssohn s Italian Symphony, No. 4 Apr 17, 2015 Mozart s Symphony No. 40 May 8, 2015 An Evening with the Phoenix Boys Choir May 22, 2015 Mahler s Symphony No. 1 Jan 17, 2015 Sibelius Symphony No. 5 Mar 7, 2015 Barber s Cello Concerto Mar 21, 2015 Mendelssohn s Italian Symphony, No. 4 Apr 18, 2015 Mozart s Symphony No. 40 May 9, 2015 An Evening with the Phoenix Boys Choir May 23, 2015 Mahler s Symphony No. 1 CLASSICS 5B FRIDAYS Friday nights Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $76.50 Includes these 5 concerts: BALCONY Nov 21, 2014 Beethoven and Brahms Jan 9, 2015 Prokofiev s Piano Concerto No. 2 Section B Section A Section C STAGE Mar 6, 2015 Barber s Cello Concerto Apr 17, 2015 Mozart s Symphony No. 40 May 22, 2015 Mahler s Symphony No. 1 *Coffee Classics Performances feature one hour of music selected from the weekend s Classics program. New Seat Maps for 2014/15 season. Artists, dates and programming subject to change. Visit phoenixsymphony.org for the most up to date information.

31 POPS SERIES SUBSCRIPTIONS POPS 7 FRIDAYS POPS 9 SATURDAYS POPS 9 SUNDAYS POPS RED FRIDAYS POPS RED SATURDAYS POPS BLUE SATURDAYS Friday nights Saturday nights Friday nights Saturday nights Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $88.20 Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $ Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $ Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $57.60 Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $57.60 Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $72.00 Includes these 7 concerts: Includes these 9 concerts: Includes these 9 concerts: Includes these 4 concerts: Includes these 4 concerts: Includes these 5 concerts: Sept 26, 2014 Sounds of New Orleans A Tribute to Louis Armstrong Oct 24, 2014 Cheyenne Jackson Dec 5, 2014 Holiday Pops Jan 2, 2015 Texas Tenors Jan 23, 2015 Broadway Romance Mar 27, 2015 Gershwin: Rhapsody in Blue and More May 29, 2015 Phoenix Theatre Collaboration Oct 25, 2014 Cheyenne Jackson Dec 6, 2014 Holiday Pops Jan 3, 2015 Texas Tenors Jan 24, 2015 Broadway Romance Mar 14, 2015 A Night at the Movies: Singin in the Rain Mar 28, 2015 Gershwin: Rhapsody in Blue and More Apr 25, 2015 Legends of Nashville May 16, 2015 All Night Long Music of the 1980 s May 30, 2015 Phoenix Theatre Collaboration Sept 28, 2014 Sounds of New Orleans A Tribute to Louis Armstrong Dec 7, 2014 Holiday Pops Jan 4, 2015 Texas Tenors Jan 25, 2015 Broadway Romance Mar 15, 2015 A Night at the Movies: Singin in the Rain Mar 29, 2015 Gershwin: Rhapsody in Blue and More Apr 26, 2015 Legends of Nashville May 17, 2015 All Night Long Music of the 1980 s May 31, 2015 Phoenix Theatre Collaboration Sept 26, 2014 Sounds of New Orleans A Tribute to Louis Armstrong Dec 5, 2014 Holiday Pops Jan 23, 2015 Broadway Romance Mar 27, 2015 Gershwin: Rhapsody in Blue and More Dec 6, 2014 Holiday Pops Jan 24, 2015 Broadway Romance Mar 28, 2015 Gershwin: Rhapsody in Blue and More Apr 25, 2015 Legends of Nashville BALCONY Oct 25, 2014 Cheyenne Jackson Jan 3, 2015 Texas Tenors Mar 14, 2015 A Night at the Movies: Singin in the Rain May 16, 2015 All Night Long Music of the 1980 s May 30, 2015 Phoenix Theatre Collaboration Section B Section A Section C STAGE New Seat Maps for 2014/15 season. Artists, dates and programming subject to change. Visit phoenixsymphony.org for the most up to date information.

32 FAMILY SERIES SUBSCRIPTIONS SCOTTSDALE SERIES SUBSCRIPTIONS FAMILY SERIES Includes all four 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 Oct 19, 2014 Halloween at Hogwarts Nov 30, 2014 The Polar Express May 17, 2015 Eye of the Tiger! May 31, 2015 Phoenix Theatre Collaboration Section B Section A Section C SCOTTSDALE SERIES Includes all four Scottsdale Series concerts Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Oct 2, 2014 Appalachian Spring Jan 8, 2015 Prokofiev s Piano Concerto No. 2 May 7, 2015 An Evening with the Phoenix Boys Choir May 21, 2015 Mahler s Symphony No. 1 LEGENDS SERIES SUBSCRIPTIONS CHOOSE YOUR OWN LEGENDS CLASSICS SERIES POPS SERIES COMBO Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $72.00 Includes these 3 concerts: Mar 13, 2015 Music of Queen Apr 24, 2015 Music of Led Zeppelin May 15, 2015 Super Diamond A Tribute to Neil Diamond Choose any 4 concerts from the Friday or Saturday Night Classics Series Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $64.80 Choose any 4 concerts from the Friday, Saturday or Sunday Pops Series Dress Circle Prime $ Dress Circle $ Price A $ Price B $ Price C $ Price D $64.80 Mix and match any 4 concerts from the Classics or Pops Series. Visit phoenixsymphony.org or call for pricing. BALCONY Section B Section A Section C STAGE New Seat Maps for 2014/15 season. Artists, dates and programming subject to change. Visit phoenixsymphony.org for the most up to date information.