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Pianist Portrait: Leon Fleisher at 90Join us as the legendary pianist celebrates this milestone season and shares a special evening of music and dialogue with his favorite works.

5:30 pm Pre-concert champagne reception hosted by Barnett and Company in the lobby of the Hunter Museum.

6:30 pm Concert | Works by Bach, Kirchner, and Brahms

“Let them sing praises unto Him with timbrel and harp.” (Psalm 149:3)

Dear Friends,

Welcome to String Theory Season Ten!

I am filled with amazement and gratitude when I look back and realize how far we have come together. A little more than ten years ago, String Theory was merely a dream. I had no idea where to begin or how to make it happen. Today we are consid-ered one of the best chamber music series in the country. All of you have had a part in shaping String Theory! I am forever grateful for our partners, Lee University and the Hunter Museum of American Art, as well as our many sponsors for their consistent support and affirmation. As a thank you, this season we are bringing back some of our “greatest hits” based on your responses to our surveys. Highlights include: • Legendary pianist Leon Fleisher celebrating our 10th anniversary and his 90th birthday with an intimate evening of storytelling and music • Our first outdoor concert at Coolidge Park will be Inuksuit by Pulitzer Prize-winning composer John Luther Adams led by Sandbox Percussion for 9 to 99 percussionists • A holiday concert with Grammy Award-winning guitarist, Jason Vieaux and our first bandoneón player, Julien Labro. • The world-premiere of a new composition for clarinet and piano written for Anthony McGill by Grammy Award-winning composer Joan Tower, celebrating String Theory’s 10th anniversary

• An encore performance of Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring to close the season with the return of Wu Han and David Finckel • A special 10th Anniversary Gala Celebration on Saturday, January 26th, featuring the famed Emerson String Quartet joined by violinist Soovin Kim and me at the Chattanooga Golf and Country Club.

Our String Theory Youth Internship program continues to thrive in its fifth year. Having just raised 7000 meals for the Chattanooga Food Bank through their own benefit concert, the STYI will be led by their dynamic new facilitator, Claire Stockman. At ten years old, String Theory has become a gem in the music world. It is a series that is treasured by the musicians who perform here, not only because of its artistic excellence but also because of the special synergy that exists between the music, the artists, the venue, and the audience. Your enthusiasm and appreciation make artists want to return to String Theory. Thank you for embracing my dream for the past ten years. We have accomplished something truly special together. We have arrived at our 10th season because of all of you – this is YOUR season! Thank you!

Warmly,

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Jason Vieaux & Julien LabroThe intoxicating rhythms and melodies of South America and Eastern Europe are brought to life by Grammy-winning guitarist Jason Vieaux and French-born bandoneón player Julien Labro.

5:30 pm Art Connection with Bob Bernhardt and Ellen Simak

6:30 pm Concert | Works by Piazzolla, Gnattali, Metheny, and Pärt

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Sandbox PercussionLauded “jaw-dropping virtuosity” by the Washington Post, the award-winning percussion quartet makes its Chattanooga debut with a weeklong residency of concerts and community outreach.

5:30 pm Musical Dialogue with Fred Child, Performance Today On Stage

6:30 pm Concert | Works by Akiho, Bach, Crowell, and Reich

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Anthony McGill & Gloria ChienF E AT U R I N G A N E W C O M M I S S I O N B Y J O A N TO W E R

Location: Mizpah Congregation

String Theory favorite, Anthony McGill, made his Chattanooga debut at our inaugural concert on October 29, 2009. Tonight’s concert will feature the world premier of a new commission by the Grammy-winning composer, Joan Tower, commemorating String Theory’s 10th Anniversary

5:30 pm Musical Dialogue Bob Bernhardt

6:30 pm Concert | Works by Debussy, Massager, Joan Tower and Weber

This concert will be relocated to Mizpah Congregation due to the installation of a new artwork in thelobby of the Hunter Museum.

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David Finckel, Wu Han and Gloria Chien Our Anniversary Season closes with the return of Artistic Advisors, David Finckel and Wu Han, as well as an encore performance of Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring with Artistic Director, Gloria Chien

5:30 pm Musical Dialogue Patrick Castillo

6:30 pm Concert | Works by Mendelssohn and Stravinsky

“It was absolutely breathtaking to have world-class chamber music artists in the beautiful setting of the Hunter Museum” – Karen Diamond

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String Theory in the ParksLocation: Coolidge Park and Miller Park

A day of outdoor performances in Coolidge and Miller Parks

Hailed by the Washington Post as a group that is “revitalizing the world of contem-porary music”, Sandbox Percussion will join String Theory for a week of outreach and performances. Following their main stage performance at the Hunter Museum on Oc-

tober 23, and after a week of visiting selected elementary schools throughout the area, Sandbox Percussion’s residency will culminate in a performance of the groundbreaking work Inuksuit by the Pulitzer-winning composer John Luther Adams. Described by the

New York Times as “the ultimate environmental piece,” this outdoor concert experience will take place on Saturday, October 27 at Coolidge Park with

musicians performing throughout the park. Listeners are invited to wander, each creating their own unique experience during this hour-long monumental work.

This event will be preceded by a special children’s concert at the newly renovated Miller Park featuring the Trash Can Band from the Arnold Elementary School

(Cleveland, TN), groups from Hamilton County Schools, and the String Theory Youth Internship. Come and celebrate this family-friendly day of music, food trucks, and more!

10:00 am Children’s Concert at Miller Park 1:00 pm Inuksuit at Coolidge Park

For more information, please visit www.stringtheorymusic.org.Donina Group

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String Theory 10th Anniversary Gala CelebrationLocation: Chattanooga Golf & Country Club

Join us for an unforgettable evening of musical feast, hors d’oeuvres and dessert reception celebrating the 10th Season of String Theory! Featuring works by Schumann, Setzer, and Chausson.

Tickets available online at stringtheorymusic.org/gala until January 7, 2018.

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“My favorite activity in Chattanooga is to attend a String Theory Concert.” – Sharon Mills

Emerson String QuartetSoovin Kim, violinGloria Chien, piano

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“String Theory at the Hunter is a gift to Chattanooga – a night of magical chamber music that would rival New York and other major cities.” – Lavinia Johnston

Donor Benefits

J U B I L O S O $ 1 0 , 0 0 0• Opportunity to host a private concert in your home• Dedication of one concert in your honor• Reserved parking in the Hunter Museum lot* • Reserved seating+• Twelve complimentary tickets for use during the season• Additional tickets at special $25 prices• Prominent acknowledgment in concert programs

M A E S T O S O $ 5 , 0 0 0• Reserved parking in the Hunter Museum lot* • Reserved seating+• Ten complimentary tickets for use during the season• Additional tickets at special $25 prices• Prominent acknowledgment in concert programs

C A N TA B I L E $ 2 , 5 0 0• Eight complimentary tickets for use during the season• Additional tickets at special $25 prices• Acknowledgment in concert programs

E S P R E S S I V O $ 1 , 0 0 0• Six complimentary tickets for use during the season• Additional tickets at special $25 prices• Acknowledgment in concert programs

D O L C E $ 5 0 0• Four complimentary tickets for use during the season• Additional tickets at special $25 prices• Acknowledgment in concert programs

P I C C O L O $ 2 5 0• Two complimentary tickets for use during the season• Additional tickets at special $25 prices• Acknowledgment in concert programs

P L E A S E M A K E YO U R G I F T PAYA B L E T O :

LEE UNIVERSITY with STRING THEORY in the Memo lineYour gift is tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law

Mail to: Mr. Cole StrongLee UniversityP.O. Box 3450Cleveland, TN 37320

* One car per donor. Space must be reserved with String Theory by 3pm on the Monday before each concert. Space will be released at 6:20pm on the day of the concert. + A request must be submitted to String Theory by 3pm on the Monday before each concert.

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String Theory Youth InternshipFor High School Students

The String Theory Youth Internship is an an immersive, student-led program that focuses on community outreach and arts leadership training. The group of high school students’ mission is to make a social impact in Chattanooga through community outreach, advocacy and education to broaden the appreciation of classical music. STYI members learn about arts management, marketing, advocacy and more, all while becoming dedicated to spreading their appreciation for classical music throughout the Chattanooga community. Learn more about STYI at Facebook.com/StringTheoryYouthInterns or by contacting the String Theory Youth Initiative Facilitator Claire Stockman at claire@stringtheorymusic.org.

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String Theory Outreach Initiative For Elementary Schools

Location: Chattanooga & Cleveland

Each year, String Theory welcomes a different unique group of musicians to participate in our Outreach Initiative for elementary schools in our communi-ty. In the past, we have brought a piano duo, cello quartet, and wind quintet to our schools. Over the past three years, this initiative has brought some of the world’s best chamber musicians to over 5,000 students in our community, many of whom live in underserved communities and are experiencing live clas-sical music for the first time.

This year String Theory will be bringing the percussion quartet SANDBOX PERCUSSION to selected elementary schools in Chattanooga and Cleveland to teach students about the world of percussion. Stay tuned for more information regarding performance schedules!

“We are unbelievably lucky to see some of the greatest chamber musicians in the world, playing some of the greatest masterpieces in the genre, in one of the most intimate and beautiful settings in America.” - Maestro Bob Bernhardt

String Theory 10x10 Angels String Theory would like to thank the 10 Angels who have given $10,000 in honor of our 10th Anniversary. The donations will ensure the sustainability of the series, the impact for the next generation through education and outreach, and world-class chamber music in Chattanooga.

String Theory History

Over the last 10 years, String Theory has become one of the most treasured chamber music series around the country:

• Our audience has grown more than 65%

• Subscription is up 236%

• Produced 60 mainstage concerts and more than 100 events, including family concerts, residencies, community and education outreach

• Presented 130 musicians, 85% of which made their Chattanooga debuts through String Theory• Featured on NPR’s Performance Today more than 50 times Raised thousands of dollars for local charity through our Youth Internship Program

Ways the Fund will be used:• Education projects that will make a lasting impact in our community • Artistic projects such as new commissions • Reserve fund ensuring the sustainability of the series

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“String Theory has developed a reputation and artistic gravity that would be the envy of much larger cities.” – Alan Sherrod, Classical Journal

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Season Ten TicketsO N S A L E J U LY 2 3 !

TICKET PRICING

Season Subscription

Single tickets

HUNTER MEMBERS

$175

$35

$150

REGULAR

$225

$45

STUDENT

$50

$10

GROUP*

$25

• All phone and web sales will stop at 3:00 p.m the afternoon of each concert. Tickets will again be available for purchase after 5:00 in the lobby of the Hunter.

• For sold-out concerts, all unclaimed tickets will be released at 6:20pm for other music lovers.

• Limited Seating. All Sales are Final.

• Limited parking is available in the Hunter Museum lot, along High Street and Walnut Street. Please do not park in the traffic circle in front of the Museum or in the Bluff View parking lots.

• All concerts will be rebroadcast through the generous support of WSMC 90.5 FM.

• For more information on how to become a Hunter Member, please visit huntermuseum.org/hunter-member

10TH ANNIVERSARY GALA

TWO EASY WAYS TO ORDER*

1 Online: www.stringtheorymusic.org

2 Phone: 423.414.2525 (beginning August 28)

FOR MORE INFO

www.stringtheorymusic.org info@stringtheorymusic.org 423.414.2525

PA R T N E R S

S P O N S O R S

A R T I S T I C A D V I S O R S

David Finckel & Wu Han

A D V I S O R Y B O A R D

Sherry Keller Brown • Gary Chazen • Darlia Conn

Deanne Irvine • Lavinia Johnston • Karen “Candy” Kruesi, Chair

Sharon Mills • Stephen Rich

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C O R P O R AT E S P O N S O R S

Donina Group

The Tuckerfoundation

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