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YOU WON’T MISS ANY OF THESE FANTASTIC CONCERTSBy subscribing, you not only guarantee that you have your summer music plans confirmed, but you also will get the best seats every time you visit!

SAVE ON TICKETSBuying a series costs less than buying the same concerts individually, and subscribers are guaranteed special subscriber ticket prices for almost any additional concert for the whole summer!

PRIORITY ACCESSYou can purchase tickets before they go on sale to the general public, and we provide a subscriber concierge window at the Box Office to take care of any special needs you might have on concert nights.

LOCK IN PRICINGPrices for individual events can fluctuate, but when you buy a series, your ticket prices are guaranteed.

EASY TICKET EXCHANGESchedules change, we all know that, so as a subscriber, you can easily exchange your subscription tickets for another date FREE.

BUY YOUR PARKING IN ADVANCEWith pre-paid parking, you are assured of a parking space every time you come to a concert.

Welcome to Bayside Summer Nights—our 2016 Summer PopsThis is where music lovers gather to enjoy a picnic on the lawn, share a

bottle of champagne at reserved tables, or sit in the grandstand taking

in the beauty of San Diego Bay. The shimmering skyline and spectacular

fireworks provide the perfect backdrop for enjoying the great San Diego

Symphony and special guest artists.

Bayside Summer Nights offers an eclectic variety of artists, genres and

performances in a one-of-a-kind, outdoor concert setting like no other.

Guarantee your seats today by subscribing to the most exciting concert

series in San Diego!

ALL THE MAGIC, ALL SUMMER LONG

Why Subscribe?


Star Spangled Pops FIREWORKS

There is no better 4th of July event than celebrating America’s birthday with the San Diego Symphony! This all-American program features hits from movies, Broadway tunes and popular music, along with a military salute and a grand fireworks finale. Matthew Garbutt conducts. Pre-concert activities for kids begin at 6pm.

JUL 1–2 AUG 12–13 Seth MacFarlane and The Great American Songbook FIREWORKS

The creator of Family Guy and Ted has a delightfully smooth vocal talent matched only by his sophisticated interpretations of hits from the Great American Songbook. Enjoy an evening filled with the sound of lush swing orchestras from the 40s and 50s with MacFarlane singing some of the hidden gems of that era.

JUL 15–16 Classical Mystery Tour: A Tribute to The Beatles FIREWORKS

Remember where you were when you first heard Sgt. Pepper? Relive those moments with the 50th anniversary commemoration of the Liverpool boys’ final tour as a group. From Sgt. Pepper to Rubber Soul, from “I Wanna Hold Your Hand” to “Here Comes the Sun,” this magical evening makes everyone feel young again!

AUG 5–6 Sing Along With Broadway! FIREWORKS

Get ready to sing your heart out as Broadway veterans Doug LaBrecque, Debbie Gravitte and Christiane Noll join the San Diego Symphony Orchestra for a joyful evening performing the greatest hits of all time, both classic and contemporary, from the Great White Way. The first half will feature music from the musical Guys and Dolls.

AUG 26–27 Bernadette Peters FIREWORKS

Today’s first lady of Broadway comes to the Bayside for an unforgettable weekend performing her incomparable Broadway Songbook. Bernadette Peters is renowned for her interpretations of the music of Stephen Sondheim as well as winning multiple Tony Awards, and performing in television and film—most recently the Golden Globe-winning HBO series Mozart in the Jungle.

SEP 2–3 1812 Tchaikovsky Spectacular FIREWORKS

Our glorious summer winds down but not before the cannons and fireworks light up San Diego Bay to Tchaikovsky’s awesome 1812 Overture. Join us as we celebrate the summer’s end in spectacular style!

Become an Ultimate Subscriber for the ultimate musical experience! You can choose an 8 concert Friday Night series or an 8 concert Saturday Night series—either way, you’re saving money and seeing it all!

ULTIMATE—Friday or Saturday8 Concerts | All concerts start at 7:30pm unless noted.

JUL 29 Trace Adkins FIREWORKS

From multi-platinum-selling albums to his work with Wounded Warriors, from Grand Ole Opry membership to seven tours with the USO, Trace Adkins is one of today’s most exciting country music stars. Come hear his Number One hits “(This Ain’t) No Thinkin’ Thing,” “Ladies Love Country Boys” and “You’re Gonna Miss This” at an evening sure to be a rowdy good time! (No orchestra)

INCLUDED IN FRIDAY SERIES

AUG 19, 8PM Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) FIREWORKS

Steven Spielberg and George Lucas teamed up to create one of the greatest action-adventure films of all time, starring the incomparable Harrison Ford as Indiana Jones. Now see it on the big screen as never before, with John Williams’ propulsive score performed live by the San Diego Symphony Orchestra. Pre-concert activities for kids begin at 6pm.


JUL 30, 8PM Hooray for Hollywood! FIREWORKS

Back by popular demand, this tribute to Hollywood and the music that makes it special returns for one night only with a brand new program. Brilliantly edited film clips on the big screen will complement some of the most famous songs and themes written for the movies, performed with panache by the San Diego Symphony Orchestra.

INCLUDED IN SATURDAY SERIES

AUG 20 Amy Grant FIREWORKS

One of the most influential and successful singer-songwriters of the ‘80s and ‘90s and multi Grammy® Award-winning artist, Amy Grant, returns to the Embarcadero! Come hear her Number One hit “Baby Baby” along with other popular hits including “Angels,” “My Father’s Eyes” and “Never Alone.” (No orchestra)


MATTHEW GARBUTTAMY GRANTSETH MACFARLANE


If your summer schedule seems a bit crowded this year, try the popular 4 concert Encore or Bravo series on either Friday or Saturday nights. All the benefits of being a subscriber with weekend nights to spare!

BRAVO OR ENCORE—Friday or Saturday 4 Concerts | All concerts start at 7:30pm unless noted.

JUL 15–16 Classical Mystery Tour: A Tribute to The Beatles FIREWORKS

Remember where you were when you first heard Sgt. Pepper? Relive those moments with the 50th anniversary commemoration of the Liverpool boys’ final tour as a group. From Sgt. Pepper to Rubber Soul, from “I Wanna Hold Your Hand” to “Here Comes the Sun,” this magical evening makes everyone feel young again!

AUG 5–6 Sing Along With Broadway! FIREWORKS

Get ready to sing your heart out as Broadway veterans Doug LaBrecque, Debbie Gravitte and Christiane Noll join the San Diego Symphony Orchestra for a joyful evening performing the greatest hits of all time, both classic and contemporary, from the Great White Way. The first half will feature music from the musical Guys and Dolls.

SEP 2–3 1812 Tchaikovsky Spectacular FIREWORKS


AUG 19, 8PM Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) FIREWORKS

Steven Spielberg and George Lucas teamed up to create one of the greatest action-adventure films of all time, starring the incomparable Harrison Ford as Indiana Jones. Now see it on the big screen as never before, with John Williams’ propulsive score performed live by the San Diego Symphony Orchestra. Pre-concert activities for kids begin at 6pm.


AUG 20 Amy Grant FIREWORKS

One of the most influential and successful singer-songwriters of the ‘80s and ‘90s and multi Grammy® Award-winning artist, Amy Grant, returns to the Embarcadero! Come hear her Number One hit “Baby Baby” along with other popular hits including “Angels,” “My Father’s Eyes” and “Never Alone.” (No orchestra)


JUL 1–2 Star Spangled Pops FIREWORKS

There is no better 4th of July event than celebrating America’s birthday with the San Diego Symphony! This all-American program features hits from movies, Broadway tunes and popular music, along with a military salute and a grand fireworks finale. Matthew Garbutt conducts. Pre-concert activities for kids begin at 6pm.

AUG 12–13 Seth MacFarlane and The Great American Songbook FIREWORKS

The creator of Family Guy and Ted has a delightfully smooth vocal talent matched only by his sophisticated interpretations of hits from the Great American Songbook. Enjoy an evening filled with the sound of lush swing orchestras from the 40s and 50s with MacFarlane singing some of the hidden gems of that era.

AUG 26–27 Bernadette Peters FIREWORKS

Today’s first lady of Broadway comes to the Bayside for an unforgettable weekend performing her incomparable Broadway Songbook. Bernadette Peters is renowned for her interpretations of the music of Stephen Sondheim as well as winning multiple Tony Awards, and performing in television and film—most recently the Golden Globe-winning HBO series Mozart in the Jungle.

JUL 29 Trace Adkins FIREWORKS

From multi-platinum-selling albums to his work with Wounded Warriors, from Grand Ole Opry membership to seven tours with the USO, Trace Adkins is one of today’s most exciting country music stars. Come hear his Number One hits “(This Ain’t) No Thinkin’ Thing,” “Ladies Love Country Boys” and “You’re Gonna Miss This” at an evening sure to be a rowdy good time! (No orchestra)


JUL 30, 8PM Hooray for Hollywood! FIREWORKS

Back by popular demand, this tribute to Hollywood and the music that makes it special returns for one night only with a brand new program. Brilliantly edited film clips on the big screen will complement some of the most famous songs and themes written for the movies, performed with panache by the San Diego Symphony Orchestra.


BRAVO ENCORE

SAVE UP TO20%

TRACE ADKINSBERNADETTE PETERSRAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK (1981)© 1981 Lucasfilm Ltd. All Rights Reserved.


Cécile McLorin Salvant’ JAZZ GUITAR MASTERSCÉCILE MCLORIN SALVANTTHE MAMBO KING

What could be better than sitting under the stars listening to your favorite jazz artists with the lights of the bay shimmering in the distance?

As a subscriber to this brand new series, you will have access to the very best seats! Seat location requests will be filled on a date-received basis, so get your order in as soon as you can! As a subscriber, you can add-on tickets to the Chris Botti Special Concert (see page 10) with your order—now your summer is all set!

All concerts start at 7:30pm; San Diego Symphony Orchestra does not appear as part of these concerts.

Are you a music lover? Do you crave to hear all kinds of music? Then this series is for you! This Sunday evening series of 5 concerts features the best of Summer Pops along with some musical surprises and lots of fun.

As a subscriber to this brand new series, you will have access to the very best seats! Seat location requests will be filled on a date-received basis, so get your order in as soon as you can!

All concerts start at 7:30pm unless noted.

Sunday Sunset SeriesNEW THIS

SUMMER! NEW THIS

SUMMER!Thursday Night Jazz

JUL 3 Star Spangled Pops FIREWORKS

There is no better 4th of July event than celebrating America’s birthday with the San Diego Symphony! This all-American program features hits from movies, Broadway tunes and popular music, along with a military salute and a grand fireworks finale. Matthew Garbutt conducts.

AUG 21 Viva Mariachi!Revered as guardians of the mariachi legacy, Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán presents a festive repertoire of rhythms, dance, and vocals for an exciting evening of pageantry and musical virtuosity. The concert will open with San Diego’s own Mariachi Champaña Nevin, who will perform the Pasión Mexicana Concerto for Mariachi and Orchestra!

AUG 7 A Midsummer Night’s ConcertSit back and enjoy a romantic evening of music inspired by the Bard himself, William Shakespeare. As a special treat, actors will present short, delightful excerpts from sonnets and plays by this undisputed genius of the English language. Music by Prokofiev and Mendelssohn will be featured.

AUG 28, 8PM Dreamworks Animation In Concert—Celebrating 20 Years From Shrek and How to Train Your Dragon to Madagascar and Kung Fu Panda, DreamWorks Animation’s great stories and beloved characters inspire and delight audiences of all ages. We celebrate the studio’s 20th anniversary in an evening of visually stunning film highlights on our giant screen, with their memorable scores performed live. Pre-concert activities for kids begin at 6pm.

SEP 4 1812 Tchaikovsky Spectacular FIREWORKS


The Mambo King: A Tito Puente Salute The brand new Thursday Night Jazz series kicks off with a tribute to the late, great Tito Puente. From mambo to bossa nova to cha-cha-chá, our special guests will immerse you in a soundscape of Afro-Cuban beats, Latin Jazz riffs and Tito’s favorite, the timbales.

JUL 14

The Future of Jazz featuring Cécile McLorin Salvant As the youthful surprise winner of the 2010 Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition, Cécile McLorin Salvant’s performance inspired accolades from Wynton Marsalis and The New York Times, comparing her to Billie Holiday, Sarah Vaughan and Ella Fitzgerald. San Diego’s own International Academy of Jazz opens the concert.

AUG 18

Jazz Guitar MastersA stellar lineup of today’s hottest jazz guitarists (Peter Sprague, Russell Malone, Anthony Wilson) come together for one night’s worth of hot jams by the cool bayside.

AUG 25


These special concerts will light up your summer! Simply add to your subscription order. All concerts start at 7:30pm; San Diego Symphony Orchestra does not appear as part of these concerts.

Special Concerts

Food, Drink & FunJUL 4 Celebrate America on America’s Birthday! FIREWORKS

There was only one Man in Black! Celebrate his American legacy on July 4th with our country’s finest Johnny Cash tribute band, Cash’d Out. With over 150 JC hits in their repertoire (including “Walk the Line,” “Ring of Fire,” “Jackson” and more), the night will be ablaze with memories and the spectacular Big Bay Boom fireworks display, all to celebrate America’s birthday.

Pre-Concert Entertainment StageBefore every Bayside Summer Nights concert, enjoy a local music act on the Pre-Concert Entertainment Stage.

In the past we have featured guitarists, dancers, singers, brass quintets, folk artists, rock bands and more. The Pre-Concert Entertainment begins at 6pm and lasts until approximately 7:15pm.

Food and Refreshment PlazaBring your own food and beverages* or visit the Food and Refreshment Plaza, filled with treats from Behind The Scenes Catering! Menus available at sandiegosymphony.org.

TABLE SERVICE

Become a Champagne Seating Section Subscriber to receive table service throughout the evening at every Bayside Summer Nights concert. Champagne Seating Section Subscribers will also receive a voucher for one complimentary glass of champagne at each subscription concert.

GOURMET MEAL PRE-ORDERING

Anyone sitting in a table section may pre-order meals from Behind The Scenes Catering. All pre-ordered meals must be submitted and paid at least 48 hours in advance. For more information on pre-ordering your meals for Bayside Summer Nights, visit sandiegosymphony.org.

BEVERAGES

Various alcoholic beverages including champagne, wine and beer are available for purchase at food booths and bars throughout the venue. Many non-alcoholic choices (soft drinks, lemonade, bottled water) are also available for patrons of all ages.

JUL 17 Diana RossNamed Billboard magazine’s “Entertainer of the Century” and called the most successful female music artist in history by the Guinness Book of World Records, Diana Ross is a shining pop diva for all time. Don’t miss this ultra-rare chance to hear the Divine Ms. Ross perform at the beautiful Embarcadero!

JUL 28 Chris BottiGrammy®-winning trumpeter Chris Botti is today’s best-selling jazz instrumentalist and one of the most important, innovative figures of the contemporary music world. His cool but passionate melodies and international influences will weave a memorable evening of song under the stars.

Announcement coming soon! As a subscriber, you will be the first to hear about our exciting Comic-Con weekend concerts and will have the first opportunity to get the best seats!

Comic-Con Weekend

c CHRIS BOTTIDIANA ROSSCASH’D OUT

*No glass and/or alcohol permitted.


How to Order Seating ChartsOrder now to get the best seats before single tickets go on sale on April 10!

VISIT OUR WEBSITEGo to sandiegosymphony.org for step-by-step ordering.

Order online by March 16, 2016 and we will waive the $9 processing fee!

CALL THE TICKET OFFICE(619) 235-0804

If you require any assistance, please contact the Ticket Office in advance to accommodate your ticketing needs.

Hours: Monday through Friday: 10am to 6pm Saturday and Sunday 12pm to 5pm

MAIL OR FAX THE ORDER FORMFill out the form included with this brochure and mail or fax it back to us. Renewing subscribers, please use enclosed invoice.San Diego Symphony Attn: Ticket Office 1245 Seventh Avenue San Diego, CA 92101

Fax: (619) 231-3848

Please make checks payable to San Diego Symphony.

Champagne I Tables*

Champagne II Tables*

Premium Cabaret

Cabaret I

Cabaret II

Grandstand

Lawn

Champagne Chalet

For more information, call 619.615.3906

General Seating

Champagne I Tables*

Champagne II Tables*

Stadium I

Stadium II

Grandstand

Lawn

Champagne Chalet

For more information, call 619.615.3906

Diana Ross

*Champagne I & II include table service


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Subscription PricesUltimate | 8 Concerts

FRIDAY SATURDAY

Champagne I $600 $632

Champagne II $560 $592

Premium Cabaret $464 $496

Cabaret I $264 $296

Cabaret II $240 $272

Grandstand $136 $160

Lawn $128 $144

Bravo or Encore | 4 ConcertsFRIDAY SATURDAY




Cabaret I $140 $156

Cabaret II $128 $144

Grandstand $72 $84

Lawn $68 $76

Jazz | 3 Concerts Sunset | 5 ConcertsTHURSDAY SUNDAY




Cabaret I $99 $175

Cabaret II $90 $160

Grandstand $51 $90

Lawn $48 $85

Add On Single Tickets To Your SubscriptionTHURSDAY FRIDAY & SUNDAY SATURDAY

Champagne I $65 $77 $81

Champagne II $60 $73 $77

Premium Cabaret $48 $61 $65

Cabaret I $33 $35 $39

Cabaret II $30 $32 $36

Grandstand $17 $18 $21

Lawn $16 $17 $19

Add On Special Concert TicketsDIANA ROSS

Champagne I $95

Champagne II $91

Stadium I $70

Stadium II $62

Grandstand $35

Lawn $29

CELEBRATE AMERICA CHRIS BOTTI

Champagne I $77 $90



Cabaret I $35 $58

Cabaret II $32 $48

Grandstand $18 $30

Lawn $17 $26

Information and Tickets

SANDIEGOSYMPHONY.ORGor call (619) 235-0804

Champagne section subscribers receive one complimentary glass of champagne at all subscription concerts!

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