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Join us for the 64th Season

July 31, 2013, 6-10 p.m.

wine on the River The Perfect Summer Evening

Spring 2014

A musical affairMusic, Dinner and Dancing

2013-14 Concerts

Events

October 5, 2013

Rock On! With Alexander Ghindin, piano

December 7, 2013

Holiday MagicWith Christiane Noll, soprano

February 8, 2014

The Guitar UnpluggedWith Nando Di Modugno, guitar

March 22, 2014

Cello Madness With Adrian Daurov, cello

April 12, 2014

A Star Spangled SymphonyFamily Concert

May 10, 2014

CarnivalWith Alexander Markov, violin

A musical celebration like you’ve never heard before is in store for you during our 64th concert season. As I begin my 6th year as Music Director of this wonderful orchestra, I am looking forward to presenting some of the most thrilling repertoire the orchestra and I have ever performed together.

We will offer a wide variety of music from the Baroque period through the 21st century and welcome an exciting mix of world-class guest artists. With a few surprises mixed in, a season subscription to the Wyoming Symphony promises a thrilling journey for all. So join us and discover the magic of live symphonic music with the Wyoming Symphony Orchestra.

Enjoy!

Matthew SaveryMusic Director and Conductor

Dear Friends,

Rock On!With Alexander Ghindin, piano

Saturday, October 5, 2013 7:30 p.m.The majesty of the full forces of the symphony orchestra will shine in the spectacular opening of our 64th concert season.

We’ll begin with a bright and energetic kaleidoscope of orchestral sound in Thomas Svoboda’s Overture of the Season. Next, the greatest love theme ever written to the synopsis of the greatest love story ever told: Tchaikovsky’s Romeo and Juliet Fantasy Overture. Finally we’ll feature the extraordinary virtuosity of Russian superstar Alexander Ghindin performing the granddaddy of all piano concertos, Rachmaninoff’s 3rd, better known as “Rach 3.”

Rach ‘n’ Roll!

repertoireOverture of the Season ........................................Thomas SvobodaRomeo and Juliet Fantasy Overture ............Pyotr Ilyich TchaikovskyConcerto, Piano, no. 3, op. 30, D minor ........... Sergei Rachmaninoff

Sergei Vasilievich Rachmaninoff was a Russian-born composer, pianist, and conductor. Rachmaninoff is widely considered one of the finest pianists of

his day and, as a composer, one of the last great representatives of Romanticism in Russian classical

music. Early influences of Tchaikovsky, Rimsky-Korsakov, and other Russian composers gave way to a thoroughly personal idiom that included a pronounced lyricism, expressive breadth, structural ingenuity, and

a tonal palette of rich, distinctive orchestral colors. The piano is featured prominently in Rachmaninoff’s

compositional output. He made a point of using his own skills as a performer to explore fully the

expressive possibilities of the instrument. Even in his earliest works he revealed a sure grasp of idiomatic

piano writing and a striking gift for melody.

Sergei Rachmaninoff

Sponsored by

Alexander Ghindin has been unanimously acclaimed by critics and music lovers as one of the most talented and original pianists of the present day. At the age of 17, he became the youngest-ever laureate of the International Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow, and is quickly establishing himself as one of the most sought-after pianists of his generation. Since 2006, Ghindin has been Artistic Director of his own concert series at one of Russia’s most distinguished concert venues. He also tours successfully throughout Russia and abroad.

Holiday Magic

With Christiane Noll, soprano

Tony nominated actress and winner of the prestigious Helen Hayes Award, Cristiane Noll joins us for an evening of Holiday and Broadway favorites. Having performed on stage, in film, and with leading orchestras around the world, Christiane is known for her powerful voice and magnetic stage presence. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening featuring songs like Do You Hear What I Hear, What Child is This, Winter Wonderland, and O Holy Night, along with some of Christiane’s favorite Broadway tunes, both classic and contemporary.

Joyful and Triumphant!

Christiane Noll starred on Broadway in the Kennedy Center Revival of Ragtime, receiving Tony and Drama Desk award nominations and winning a Helen Hayes award for her portrayal of Mother. Broadway and National Tour appearances include Chaplin, Urinetown, The Mambo Kings, It Ain’t Nothin’ But the Blues, Jekyll & Hyde, Grease, Miss Saigon, and South Pacific. She made her Carnegie Hall debut with Skitch Henderson and more recently sang with Steven Reineke for Stephen Sondheim’s 80th Birthday Celebration at Carnegie Hall. Noll sang the part of Anna in the Warner Brothers Animated Feature Film, The King and I.

Saturday, December 7, 2013 7:30 p.m.

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Saturday, February 8, 2014 7:30 p.m. For this, a more intimate experience awaits.

We’ll begin by featuring the strings of the WSO with the lyrical beauty

and exuberance of Antonin Dvorak’s Serenade for strings. Next Italian

guitarist Nando di Modugno takes the stage as we present Vivaldi’s

enchanting Concerto for Guitar. The regal and elegant touch of Mozart’s

“Haffner Symphony” follows, and we’ll conclude the program with the rhythms

and sounds of Cuba as Nando joins us once again to perform American

composer Michael Daugherty’s elegy for Cuba: Bay of Pigs.

Sublime!

Nando di modugno’s musical versatility and curiosity has led him to collaborate with musicians from different backgrounds, sharing diverse experiences in Italy and abroad. In addition to performing with orchestras, he has played with contemporary music ensembles including Dauni, the Phoenix and Nouvel Ensemble Contemporain. He has also participated in Oscar winning soundtrack recordings with Ennio Morricone, Howard Shore (Lord of the Rings) and Niccola Piovani (Life is Beautiful) and collaborated with Jazz musicians Pierre Favre, Jay Rodriguez, Fabrizio Bosso, Gabriele Mirabassi and Bobby McFerrin.

repertoireSerenade, op. 22, E major ...................................................... Antonin DvorakConcerto, Guitar, RV93, D major ..............................................AntonioVivaldiSymphony No. 35, K. 385, D major (Haffner) ........ Wolfgang Amadeus MozartBay of Pigs ...................................................................... Michael Daugherty

Adrian DaurovCelloSaturday, March 22, 2014 7:30 p.m.

MadnessWith Adrian Daurov, cello

repertoireVariations on a Rococo Theme, op. 33 ..... Pyotr Ilyich TchaikovskyConcerto, violincello, no. 1 ................................... Darius MilhaudSymphony no. 8, op. 93, F major ............ Ludwig van Beethoven

A fast-rising star on the classical music scene, cellist Adrian Daurov, joins us to present two beloved cello masterworks. First you’ll experience

the grace and elegance of Tchaikovsky’s gorgeous tribute to the 18th century known as Variations on a Rococo Theme. Next you’ll

feel like you’re at a café in Paris as Adrian enchants you with Darius Milhaud’s jazzy Concerto for Cello

No. 1. Finally, the orchestra performs Beethoven’s charming and energetic 8th Symphony.

Astonishing!

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A native of St. Petersburg, Russia, cellist Arian Daurov is one of the most dazzling artists of his generation. New York-based and Juilliard-trained, he has performed on major concert stages including Carnegie Hall and Avery Fisher Hall. Adrian is a versatile player, who likes to step out of his main genre, and often performs with Pop artists, such as Alicia Keys, Josh Groban, Sarah Brightman, and The Roots. He debuted as a soloist with The St. Petersburg State Symphony Orchestra at age 15 and has since nourished his career by receiving the top prizes at prestigious international music competitions. In 2007 Adrian was appointed the principal cellist of The Chamber Orchestra of New York and a year later formed his own award-winning group, the Voxare Quartet.

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FAMILY FO UN DATI O N

Saturday, April 12, 2014 10:30 a.m.

There will be fun for the whole family as we romp through a dazzling array of orchestral selections and popular tunes in this kid-friendly, fun-filled, All American 50 minutes of music. Special guests George Washington, Betsy Ross, Lady Liberty, and many more will join us as we take you through a Star Spangled tribute to the land of the free and the home of the brave.

G-rated: for Guaranteed Fun!

A Star Spangled Symphony

Family Concert

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The Tom and Helen Tonkin Foundation

CarnivalWith Alexander Markov, violin

Saturday, May 10, 2014 7:30 p.m.

repertoirePetrouchka .................................................Igor StravinskyConcerto, Violin, no. 1, op. 6, D Major .........Niccolo Paganini

Internationally celebrated violinist Alexander Markov has

been hailed as one of the most captivating musicians. Gold

Medal winner at the Paganini International Violin Competition,

Markov has appeared as a soloist with some of the world’s most celebrated orchestras and

has worked with the major conductors of our day. His CD

and video release of the 24 Paganini Caprices for solo violin

caused a sensation, and as a result he recorded five more CDs

for the Erato/Warner Classics. Markov remains one of the very

few violinists in the world who performs the entire set of the

24 Paganini Caprices in a single recital.

Alexander MarkovWho doesn’t love a Carnival? With all its magical attractions, thrilling rides and wondrous sites and sounds, a Carnival is a place of imagination and fantasy. Join us for a story of a puppet who comes to life as we take you to the Shrove Tide Fair in St. Petersburg, Russia, through the work that spurred Igor Stravinsky to find his own truly unique voice as a composer: Petrouchka.

For more fireworks, wizardry and thrills, you will be blown away with the amazing virtuosity and violin acrobatics of international sensation Alexander Markov, as we welcome him back to perform Niccolo Paganini’s 1st violin concerto.

it’s magic!

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AN EVENING OF MUSIC, DINNER AND DANCING!

Date and location to be announced.

Spring 2014 fundraiser

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July 31, 20136pm, Jonah Bank

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Feed your soul with a perfect harmony of food, wine and music on the banks of the North Platte River at Casper’s most anticipated summer event. On Wednesday, July 31st, the Wyoming Symphony Orchestra will host the 7th annual Wine on the River to benefit our 2013-14 concert season

and expanding education and outreach programs. This year’s partners include Botticelli’s, Dsasumo, Grant Street Grocery, Herbadashery, J’s Pub and Grill, and The Market and More, with wines by Southern Wine & Spirits. Don’t miss the most anticipated summer event in Casper!

Tickets are $65 each or 2 for $125. Call to reserve your tickets today; a limited number are available.

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General Ticket InformationTickets will be mailed late August. Payment for renewals received by August 1, 2013 will retain seat placement. After renewals, seating is first come, first served. Tickets are non-refundable. Unused tickets may be returned at least one working day before the performance as a tax deductible contribution. Senior is 65+. Programming is subject to change without notice. All concerts are at Natrona County High School, John F. Walsh Auditorium - 930 S Elm Street.

Receive a 10% EARLY BIRD discount if tickets are ordered by August 1, 2013.

Start a family tradition! Families who would like to introduce their children to symphonic music can attend all five dress rehearsals* for $50 for the entire family. Dress rehearsals start at noon on the day of the concert and you can see the Wyoming Symphony Orchestra in action as close to performance ready as possible.*Family concert not included.

First time subscribers receive a 25% discount.

Visit our website to learn more about our community engagement and education activities and how you can volunteer or support the Wyoming Symphony Orchestra. Sign up for our newsletter to keep up

on all of the WSO events and opportunities happening this season. www.wyomingsymphony.org

Questions? Call WSO Office (307) 266-1478Mail: WSO, 225 South David, Ste. B, Casper WY 82601Email: director@wyomingsymphony.org Fax: (307) 266-4522

Family Dress Rehearsal Pass

Family Concert April 12, 2014(not included in season ticket package)

Group Pass - $20 One family or group of six. All tickets General Admission.

Pick ThreeReserved Seating Reg. Senior/Student

Section A $113 $102Section B $90 $83Section C $75 $68Section D $113 $102

General Admission $60 $49

Family Pass Dress Rehearsal only, doesn’t include Family Concert

Season Group Pass - $50 Balcony seating only.

Season Tickets October, February, March and May concerts only

Reserved Seating Reg. Senior/Student

Section A - $150 $135 Section B - $120 $110 Section C - $100 $90 Section D - $150 $135

General Admission - $80 $65

Holiday Magic Dec. 7, 2013 (not included in season ticket package)

Reserved Seating Reg. Senior/Student

Section A - $40 $32 Section B - $35 $30 Section C - $28 $25 Section D - $40 $32

General Admission - $22 $20

2013-14 Concert Season

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Casper Area Affiliate