INTRODUCING
Grant Harville
OUR NEW MUSIC DIRECTOR
AND CONDUCTOR
Greetings! As I begin my tenure, I relish the opportunity to continue the
Symphony’s legacy of bringing musical excellence to Great Falls.
I’m chomping at the bit to start working with these wonderful musicians,
and to get to know the community–you all–as well. It looks to be a
fascinating and deeply rewarding journey.
The 2017-2018 season will be a brilliant and rousing affair, featuring
exciting up-and-coming guest artists, all-time greats like Beethoven’s Ninth
with the Symphonic Choir, some of my favorite film scores, and the
continuing beautiful work of our resident chamber ensembles, the
Cascade Quartet and Chinook Winds Quintet. I hope you will be a part of it.
Take a look through the brochure to see what the season has to offer;
I’m sure you’ll find it enticing. And if you have any questions, well, feel free
to stop me if you see me on the street.
All the best, and see you at the Symphony.
Grant Harville
LIVE & LET DIE
A Symphonic Tribute to Paul McCartney
SPECIAL EVENT!
WEDNESDAY
September 20 2017
7:30PM
Veteran of the Broadway hit Beatlemania, Tony Kishman has toured worldwide
with productions of Twist and Shout, Classical Mystery Tour, All You Need Is Love, and
Legends in Concert. Considered the “quintessential Paul McCartney,” he has an uncanny
resemblance both visually and vocally to the beloved Beatle. Sir Paul McCartney himself
said, “Tony Kishman is a great musician.”
The Great Falls Symphony Orchestra joins Live & Let Die’s four-piece band, led by
Kishman (vocals, lead guitar, bass guitar, piano, drums), to perform fully orchestrated hits
from the legendary Beatles catalog and Paul McCartney’s phenomenal post-Beatle career.
This tribute to the most successful band of all time includes: Hey Jude, Penny Lane,
Live and Let Die, Yesterday, My Love, Uncle Albert, Let It Be, Maybe I’m Amazed,
Hello Good-Bye, Long and Winding Road, Silly Love Songs, When I’m Sixty-Four,
Jet, Get Back, and many more! Additional information at LiveandLetDieShow.com.
✶ Included in the Platinum and Gold Series Packages. Don’t miss this exciting event! ✶
Platinum & Gold Series
3
JIJI
GUITAR
jijiguitar.com
FRANCI VIRGILI
SEASON
PREMIERE!
Guitar Master
SATURDAY
September 30 2017
7:30PM
Applauded by the Calgary Herald as “…talented, sensitive…brilliant,” Jiji is an adventurous
artist on both acoustic and electric guitar, playing an extensive range of music from
traditional and contemporary classical music to free improvisation. Her impeccable
musicianship, combined with compelling stage presence and fascinating repertoire, earned
the Korean guitarist First Prize at the 2016 Concert Artists Guild International Competition.
Jiji’s performance will feature the lyric beauty and gentle sensuality of Joaquín Rodrigo’s
Concierto de Aranjuez, the number one most-popular guitar concerto ever written.
The composer described it as capturing “the fragrance of magnolias, the singing of birds,
and the gushing of fountains” in the gardens of Aranjuez.
The Kansas City Star described her as “A graceful and nuanced player,” adding that “... she
presented an intimate, captivating performance.” Welcome Maestro Grant Harville, our
new music director and conductor, at this stellar and exciting season premiere concert!
✶ The first of our six Silver Series concerts! Order season tickets today. ✶
4
Silver Series
Halloween Spooktacular
SUNDAY
October 29 2017
3PM
Bring your entire family to our Symphony Halloween Party! We’ll have treats and
fun activities for the kids. Everyone is invited to wear their Halloween costumes for this
spooky and fun afternoon. The orchestra members will also dress the part to play music
that ranges from creepy and crazy to magical and magnificent.
Witches and goblins populate Mussorgsky’s Night on Bald Mountain which was
featured in Disney’s Fantasia. Danny Elfman has created some of the spookiest music for
movies like Sleepy Hollow, Nightmare Before Christmas and Corpse Bride. Experience
music that will give you goosebumps and send shivers racing up and down your spine!
Violinist and special guest Kobe Rowe will be featured on the program as he performs
Camille Saint-Saëns’ Danse Macabre. This gifted young musician is a 2017 winner of
the Montana Association of Symphony Orchestras Young Artist Competition. Kobe is a
prodigy with technique and artistry that’s sure to inspire.
✶ Just before Halloween, a matinee full of spooky themes for music lovers of all ages. ✶
Silver Series
5
Orchestra &
Symphonic Choir
Holiday Harmony
SUNDAY
December 3 2017
3PM
Make this annual holiday event a family tradition and create lasting memories.
Music Director Grant Harville will conduct this matinee performance with the Orchestra
and Symphonic Choir performing the season’s favorite music. You can sing along to
carols and you may even get a glimpse of Santa.
Karolju is Christopher Rouse’s original suite of carols for orchestra and choir, with a nod
to Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana. Listen for the paraphrased “O Fortuna.” From the San Francisco
Chronicle review:“Vivacious rhythms and sweet, simple harmonies”and“[it’s] carol-icious.”
An Evergreen Christmas combines “Oh Christmas Tree,” “The Holly and the Ivy,” and
“Deck the Halls with Boughs of Holly” in a medley that is both rousing and tender. A Charlie Brown
Christmas began as a low-budget soundtrack for a 1965 television special (each member of
the Vince Guaraldi Trio was paid just $128 for their initial work.) Jazzy, whimsical and joyous,
it defied expectations, became a massive hit, and joined the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2007.
✶The third of our six Silver Series concerts! Order season tickets today. ✶
6
Silver Series
William
Hagen
JEFF FASANO PHOTOGRAPHY
VIOLIN
williamhagen.com
Love is in the Air
SATURDAY
February 10 2018
7:30PM
Make it a date night of romance. Sip wine amd savor dinner at your favorite restaurant,
then join us for an hour of passionate, live music. Howard Hanson’s “Romantic” Symphony
premiered in 1930. He aimed to “create a work that was young in spirit, lyrical and
romantic in temperament, and simple and direct in expression.” Let Cesar Franck’s lush,
evocative, richly chromatic, and deeply affecting Psyche and Eros surround you.
The Dallas Morning News reviewed our guest artist William Hagen: “Even in an age when
brilliant young violinists seem to grow on trees, Hagen is a standout. He tossed off the most
virtuosic passages with amazing precision, but he also made music ... he always knew
where the music was going and why.” Hagen will perform Dvořák’s beautiful Romance,
and the dazzling Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso by Camille Saint-Saëns.
After the music, join us on stage for refreshments. Mingle and meet the musicians and
conductor, share your appreciation, ask questions, and get to know your Symphony!
♥ A romantic program presented without intermission. Don’t miss it! ♥
Silver Series
7
Orchestra &
Symphonic Choir
Josh Wright
PIANO
joshwrightpiano.com
Beethoven’s Ninth “Ode to Joy”
SATURDAY
March 24 2018
7:30PM
Bask in this all-Beethoven concert! Uniting piano, voices and orchestra, Ludvig van
Beethoven’s Choral Fantasy is widely felt to be an early version of the “Ode to Joy” theme
from the thrilling and magnificent Ninth Symphony. Pianist Josh Wright is featured in
the opening and is later joined by vocal soloists and the Great Falls Symphonic Choir.
Symphony No. 9 in D minor, also known as “The Choral,” is Beethoven’s final complete
symphony and is almost universally considered by critics to be his greatest masterpiece.
It is still one of the most performed symphonies in the world.
Beethoven’s Ninth was the first example of a major composer using voices in a symphony.
The words, taken from Friedrich Schiller’s 1785 poem “Ode to Joy,” are sung during the final
movement by four vocal soloists and a chorus. At the 1824 premiere, the jubilant audience
acclaimed Beethoven–who could not hear the applause–with five standing ovations,
and with hands, hats, and handkerchiefs in the air!
✶This spectacular event is the fifth of our six Silver Series concerts! Order season tickets today.✶
8
Silver Series
MAESTR
O ’ S FAV O R I T E S
FEATURING
George
Gershwin
John
Williams
Sergei
Prokofiev
Cinematic Symphony
SATURDAY
April 28 2018
7:30PM
Join us for a magical night of movie music! Maestro Grant Harville will hand pick his
favorites from the greatest film score composers of all time, including George Gershwin’s
An American in Paris and Sergei Prokofiev’s suite from the 1934 film Lieutenant Kije.
What are YOUR favorites? Would you choose Dances with Wolves or Out of Africa by
John Barry? Or is John Williams your composer, with his great themes for Star Wars,
Schindler’s List, and the Harry Potter movies? Many love Ennio Morricone for his
“spaghetti western” themes like The Good, The Bad and the Ugly. Hans Zimmer is
known for his Oscar-winner The Lion King and for The Dark Knight and Gladiator.
Did you know that the best selling orchestral soundtrack of all time is Titanic by James
Horner? He’s also known for Aliens, Field of Dreams, Avatar and Braveheart.
YOU will have the opportunity to choose one of the selections for this thrilling concert of
film scores through the decades. Join us–you can almost smell the popcorn!
✶ Don’t miss this epic season finale with thrilling themes from the Silver Screen. ✶
Silver Series
9
Cascade String Quartet
Chamber Music – Up Close and Personal
Speaking for the Cascade Quartet, Megan Karls said, “We love what we do. We have all devoted
our lives–our entire beings–to making music.” Their passion is obvious and contagious.
In the October “Autumn Sunrise” concerts, Haydn’s luminous Sunrise Quartet and the introspective,
passionate Company by minimalist composer Philip Glass provide contrasting styles. Nielsen’s
Quartet in G is restless with youthful energy, incorporating playful Danish fiddle tunes. Listen
for that glorious moment when all the big themes come together at the end.
In our January “Song & Dance” concerts, guest artist Sarah Dassinger will interpret Erwin
Schulhoff’s rustic, raw, and physical Five Pieces in movement. Audiences loved Sarah’s dance
collaboration with the Chinook Winds last season. Franz Schubert excelled at writing vocal
music, so the melodies of his quartets are often based on songs that were popular in his time.
We’re thrilled to have Mark Bergman–teacher, conductor, composer, and virtuosic bass player –
join us on the Dvořák Bass Quintet in April. The piece is a tour de force, but also pastoral.
“You can hear the countryside in the slow movement,” says Megan. Adding double bass to
the quartet adds a wonderful sense of space and an open-air quality.
With chamber music’s up-close intimacy, you not only hear the music, you see where it’s going.
2017 -18
Chamber
Music Series
October 22 & 24
January 28 & 30
April 15 & 17
May 20 & 22
QUARTET & QUINTET
PHOTOS BY
ALI SPOON
PHOTOGRAPHY
WITH CHINOOK WINDS
Maria Ritzenthaler
VIOLA
10
Mary Papoulis
VIOLIN
Thaddeus Suits
CELLO
Megan Karls
VIOLIN
Chinook Winds Quintet
Classical, Whimsical, and Wicked
The Chinook Winds takes great pride in presenting concerts that are “out of the box.”
We are constantly searching for ways to collaborate with our community and give our
audiences memorable performances that will surprise and delight.
We’re planning a feast for your ears in our September “Fall Flavors.” We’ll present a few
delicious musical pairings–perhaps a spicy Latin tune followed by a sumptuous and sweet
French confection? Or a light and tasty bagatelle matched with an effervescent Mozart?
In November, our “Story Time” concerts explore the combination of storytelling and music.
In Opus Number Zoo, each of us take turns delivering rapid-fire narration along with the
lively tmusic. It’s a unique, neo-Classical work that is both whimsical and wicked.
Our “Quintet + 1”concerts feature the Chinook Winds with special guests. Soprano Heather
Barnes, a frequent guest artist with the Helena Symphony Orchestra, performs Barber’s
Knoxville: Summer of 1915, a sublime combination of music, lyrics, and voice. University 2017 -18
Chamber
of Montana School of Music faculty Christopher Hahn and Johan Eriksson join
Music Series
us on piano and saxophone, respectively, on other exciting collaborations.
Come with us as we explore classics and reach for new musical horizons.
September 24 & 26
November 12 & 14
March 11 & 13
May 20 & 22
WITH
CASCADE QUARTET
*NEW HORN ARTIST JOINS
THE QUINTET SUMMER 2017
Lauren Blackerby
OBOE
Dorian Antipa
BASSOON
Chris Mothersole
CLARINET
Mike Nelson
HORN*
Norman Gonzales
FLUTE
11
Symphony Fun For Every Age
FREE!
Chamber Fun 101
SATURDAY
September 9 2017
NOON
HERITAGE HALL | GREAT FALLS COLLEGE - MSU
CHINOOK WINDS QUINTET and CASCADE QUARTET
This free, family-friendly event gives kids a chance to touch the instruments,
make sounds, talk to the musicians, and enjoy an interactive, family-friendly concert.
Events like this help the Great Falls Symphony Association reach out and bring this
unique experience to a new generation of classical music lovers.
Youth Orchestra Concerts
3PM SUNDAYS
November 19 2017 & March 25 2018
CIVIC CENTER MANSFIELD THEATER
The Youth Orchestra and Sinfonia give serious young musicians an opportunity to
audition in orchestra, chamber and solo roles. Only the most skilled make the cut.
Talented players from our past 21 years join us for our FREE alumni concert on
December 27, 2017, in addition to our Fall and Spring concerts. For tickets, see page 15.
12
Black Tie & Blue Jeans
FRIDAY
March 2 2018 5:30PM
BEST WESTERN HERITAGE INN
Save the date!
The Symphony’s annual Fundraiser in support of our educational programs
is a chance to kick up your heels–whether it’s stillettos or cowboy boots–it’s up to you.
Community Concert Partner Offer
MONDAY
March 19 2018 7:30PM
CIVIC CENTER MANSFIELD THEATER
With the purchase of a Symphony Season Package (Silver Series, Young Professional Series,
or above), you get 50% off an unlimited number of tickets to folk dance group Lezginka
(regular price $30/ discount price $15) To redeem this special offer from the Great Falls
Community Concert Association, present your voucher at the Mansfield Theater box office.
13
2017-2018 Symphony Calendar
Special Events | SymphonySeason | Chamber Music Series | FREE & Family Friendly
2017 September 9 Noon “Chamber Fun101” Cascade Quartet & Chinook Winds Quintet
September 20 7:30 “Live and Let Die” A Symphonic Tribute to Paul McCartney
September 24 2:00 “Fall Flavors” Chinook Winds
September 26 7:00
MORE
INFO
12
3
11
September 30 7:30 “Guitar Master” with JiJi, Guitar
Introducing New Music Director Grant Harville
4
October 22
October 24
2:00 “Autumn Sunrise” Cascade Quartet
7:00
October 29
3:00 “Halloween Spooktacular” with Kobe Rowe, Violin
10
5
November 12 2:00 “Story Time” Chinook Winds Quintet
November 14 7:00 11
November 19 3:00 “Celebrating the Season” Youth Orchestra & Sinfonia
12
3:00 “Holiday Harmony” Orchestra & Symphonic Choir
6
December 27 7:00 “Home for the Holidays” Alumni Concert
with Current and Past Youth Orchestra Musicians
12
December 3
January 30
2:00 “Song & Dance” Cascade Quartet
7:00with Sarah Dassinger, Dancer
February 10
7:30 “Love is in the Air” with William Hagen, Violin
March 2
5:30 Black Tie & Blue Jeans
2018 January 28
March 112:00
“Quintet + 1” Chinook Winds Quintet
March 137:00
with Heather Barnes, Soprano; Johan Eriksson, Saxophone;
10
7
13
and Christopher Hahn, Piano
11
March 24
7:30 “Beethoven’s Ninth–Ode to Joy” Orchestra & Symphonic Choir 8
March 253:00 “Music in Bloom” Youth Orchestra & Sinfonia 12
April 152:00 “Turn Up the Bass” Cascade Quartet
10
April 177:00with Mark Bergman, Bass
April 28
7:30 “Cinematic Symphony”
9
May 20
2:00 “Resident Combinations” May 22
7:00 Cascade Quartet & Chinook Winds Quintet
10-11
✶ Venues vary–detailed information available at our web site: gfsymphony.org ✶
14
Schedule LIVE MUSIC into your life!
Get season tickets for best seats and prices.
Order tickets now and don’t miss a minute of this exciting new season as we welcome
Maestro Grant Harville. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call us.
We’d be happy to help you complete the order form (attached in this booklet),
or take your order by phone. Call us at 406.453.4102.
PLATINUM SERIES PACKAGE
Includes LIVE & LET DIE : A Symphonic Tribute to Paul McCartney
ALL SEVEN concerts plus PATRON PERKS: Get recognition in the program, first priority seat upgrades (upon request) and EXCLUSIVE invitations to meet guest
artists and Maestro at Patron events. BUT WAIT, THERE’S MORE! You also get a
Chamber Music Series season package!
GOLD SERIES PACKAGE ALL SEVEN concerts
Includes LIVE & LET DIE : A Symphonic Tribute to Paul McCartney
SILVER SERIES PACKAGE Includes SIX concerts.
NEW! YOUNG PROFESSIONAL SERIES PACKAGE
If you’re age 21- 39, you can save! Join the group of music-loving young professionals
that mixes a six- or seven-concert subscription package with social events before
and after concerts. Mingle with your peers and musicians and get to know
like-minded professionals in your community!
A
ANYTIME PACK This flexible package includes FOUR vouchers to be redeemed
PERFECT
in any combination for any of the six Silver Series concerts. (Does not
include Live & Let Die.) Available for purchase anytime throughout the season. GIFT!
CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES PACKAGE includes SEVEN admissions to be used in any
combination. See and experience these intimate concerts up close.
YOUTH ORCHESTRA TWO-CONCERT PACKAGE includes one admission each for both fall
and spring concerts. (Purchase now and never stand in the box office line again!)
IMPORTANT!
Renew your seats
by Friday, June 2, 2017.
To change or check
availability of
different seating,
call 406.453.4102
beginning on
June 20, 2017
at 9:30am.
FREE GUEST COUPON when you pay for
your season ticket by Friday, May 26!
Give the gift of LIVE music.
Don’t Delay.
Order Now!
CALL OR STOP BY:
Symphony Office
11 Third Street North
Liberty Building (on Davidson Plaza)
Phone: 406.453.4102 | FAX: 406.453.9779
OFFICE HOURS: 9:00am - 4:30pm
ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED
gfsymphony.org
Non-Profit Org.
Us Postage
PAID
Permit No. 83
Great Falls, MT
GENEROUS SUPPORT ALSO PROVIDED BY
GREAT FALLS SYMPHONY
PO Box 1078
Great Falls, MT 59403
The 59th Season presented by
New season, new maestro, great events!
Check out our Young Professional Series Package
Look inside for a season full of exciting
music experiences. We’re proud to present
our 59th season. It’s built on a proud legacy of
live, symphonic music, while moving forward
with leadership and inspiration from our new
maestro (page 2!). The orchestra, choir, and
ensembles will present a mix of classic and
contemporary works with accomplished guest
artists to inspire and thrill you.
Whether you’re a classical music
afficionado or a newbie, join a
community of young, music-loving
professionals to share in Great Falls
Symphony performances. With our Young
Professional Series, you’ll get a discounted
package plus social events before or after
select concerts, providing fun opportunities
to mingle with your peers and musicians.
ALL SEATS RESERVED
Order YOUR TICKETS
PLATINUM SERIES PACKAGE SIX Symphony Concerts
PLUS Live & Let Die PLUS Patron Perks!
PLUS SEVEN Chamber Music Series Concerts
SEATING 1
Adult
$367
SEATING 2
$347
SEATING 1
Adult
$242
Student Age 20 & under
SEATING 2
ALL SEATING
SEATING 1
$191
Student Age 20 & under
$161
$31
YOUNG PROFESSIONAL SERIES PACKAGE
SEATING 2 & 3
Six SILVER SERIES concerts
Six SILVER SERIES concerts PLUS Live & Let Die
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
PACKAGE
PRICE
$
$
$
ANYTIME PACK FOUR vouchers, to be redeemed for any of the six SILVER Series concerts.
$
$
CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES PACKAGE SEVEN admissions to be used in any combination.
$75
$
$
Adult
$25
$
$
Student Age 20 & under
#OF
YOUTH ORCHESTRA PACKAGE
SEASON
PACKAGE
TWO concerts, Spring & Fall
Adult
GENERAL ADMISSION SEATING
Student Age 20 & under
GENERAL ADMISSION SEATING
PACKAGES
A
B
E
D
C
I AM A NEW TICKET PURCHASER:
I prefer the balcony.
I prefer the main floor.
New orders are filled in order of date received,
after current subscribers are seated.
Our office will contact you.
B ALCONY
Rows H-N
Rows O-S
Rows O-Q
Rows O-S
NAME (Please print)
ADDRESS
EMAIL
DAYTIME PHONE
EVENING PHONE
CREDIT CARD NUMBER
Discover
MasterCard
AmEx
EXPIRATION DATE
Visa
Check Enclosed
FULL PAYMENT
1/ 2 PAYMENT
Balance Due 9.15.17
FAX Order Form To: 406.453.9779 OR PHONE: 406.453.4102
MAIL Order Form To: Great Falls Symphony / Box 1078 / Great Falls, MT 59403
O F F I C E
DATE
METHOD: CA
U S E
CC
O N L Y
TOTAL PAID
CK#
$
PRICE
$27
$
$
$10
$
$
SUBTOTAL
DONATION I would like to include a ❑ one-time donation
or ❑ recurring monthly donation starting in _________
TICKET SALES MAKE UP ONLY 30% OF OUR BUDGET!
Please help if you can.
First, renew your current season tickets by June 2, 2017.
Then, call 406.453.4102 or visit the Symphony Office
on June 20,starting at 9:30am.
Rows M-S
CITY / STATE / ZIP
$
$100
To change or check availability of new seating:
Rows
C-S
PACKAGE
PRICE
$156
$207
Rows G-L
LOGE
SEATING 2 & 3
EXCHANGE VOUCHERS FOR RESERVED
I AM A RENEWING TICKET HOLDER: I want to:
Keep my current seat locations.
Upgrade, change, or add seats.
Rows C-F
$
#OF
SEASON
PACKAGES
NEW! Ages 21-39 ID Required
Rows
C-S
SUBTOTALS
PACKAGE
PRICE
#OF
SEASON
PACKAGES
SEATING 3
$171
ALL SEATING
#OF
SEASON
PACKAGES
$62
SEATING 2
Reserved Seating 3
Rows A-F
PACKAGE
PRICE
$
$212
SILVER SERIES PACKAGE SIX Symphony Concerts
Adult
#OF
SEASON
PACKAGES
SEATING 3
$222
Reserved Seating 2
M AI N LE VE L
$337
Live & Let Die!
Reserved Seating 1
S TA G E
SEATING 3
GOLD SERIES PACKAGE SEVEN Symphony Concerts
INCLUDES
Mail, fax or call us.
GRAND TOTAL
$
PS
SS+p
$
SE
GS
SS
$
SE $
SS
SS
$
SS+p
$
SS
$
YPS+
YPS
$
$
CMS
CMS
$
$
$
$
SE
$
$
$
CMS
YOS
FD
$
$
YO
$
$
$