2010 season booklet
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Ignite your passions in 2010 with the TSOTRANSCRIPT
2010 season
S ebaSt ian Lang-LeSS ing Chief Conductor & Artistic Director
The sound of a live symphony orchestra is like no other. It touches, energises and transports you in ways that words cannot describe.
Our journey continues in 2010 with outstanding concerts featuring superb soloists in exciting programs. We welcome back cherished and much-loved artists – including pianist and conductor Howard Shelley in his 25th year with the TSO – and introduce a wealth of new talent.
Most of all we welcome you, our audience.
Whether you’re a newcomer to orchestral music or a long-time enthusiast, we invite you to experience the magnificent, incomparable sound of the TSO.
Sebastian Lang-LessingChief Conductor & Artistic Director
The year at a glance 2
Hobart
Master Series 5
Maestro Series 8
Matinee Series 9
Family Classics Series 11
Recital Series 13
Showtime Series 15
Special Events 17
Launceston 19
Master Series 20
Special Events 21
Burnie 22
Sydney 23
Booking Information 24
Frequently Asked Questions 24
Pricing Schedule 26
How to Book 29
Terms and Conditions 30
Seating Plans 31
Support the TSO 33
Orchestra 34
TSO Partners 36
Contents
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Date time SerieS titLe venue page
February 13 7pm H B&E Symphony under the Stars TP 17
17 7pm SHW1 One More Time. The Whitlams with the TSO WP 16
20 7pm L B&E Symphony under the Stars CP 21
March 5 6pm MAE1 Maestro 1 FCH 8
19 8pm HM1 Electrifying FCH 5
20 8pm LM1 Electrifying AH 20
27 2.30pm MAT1 Brilliant Performers FCH 10
April 10 7pm HM2 Creatures Great and Small FCH 5
17 2.30pm MAT2 Celebration of Strings FCH 10
22 7pm B Dynamic Duo BTH 22
23 7pm LM2 Dynamic Duo PT 20
24 7pm HM3 Dynamic Duo FCH 5
29 6pm FC1 Peter and the Wolf FCH 12
May 8 7pm HM4 Baroque and More FCH 5
18 7pm SHW2 Classical Mystery Tour WP 16
June 11 7pm HM5 Howard Shelley 25th-Anniversary Concert FCH 6
12 7pm LM3 Howard Shelley 25th-Anniversary Concert PT 20
19 7pm HR1 Howard Shelley and Friends FCH 14
July 10 2.30pm MAT 3 The Lark Ascending FCH 10
17 7pm HM6 Viennese Classics FCH 6
28 7pm H ABC Symphony Australia Young Performers Awards Stage III
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Key to venueS
AH: Albert Hall, Launceston BTH: Burnie Town Hall CP: City Park, Launceston CRH: City Recital Hall Angel Place, Sydney FCH: Federation Concert Hall, Hobart HTH: Hobart Town Hall PT: Princess Theatre, Launceston TP: Tolosa Park, Glenorchy WP: Wrest Point, Hobart
Key to SerieS
B: Burnie FC: Hobart Family Classics H: Hobart Special HM: Hobart Master Series HR: Hobart Recital Series
L: Launceston Special LM: Launceston Master Series MAE: Hobart Maestro MAT: Matinee Series SHW: Hobart Showtime Series SYD: Sydney
the Year at a GlanCe
Date time SerieS titLe venue page
August 4 6pm FC2 Name that Tune! FCH 12
13 7pm HM7 Grand Concertos FCH 6
19 7pm H The World of Rodgers and Hammerstein FCH 18
21 2.30pm L The World of Rodgers and Hammerstein AH 21
28 7pm HM8 Fauré Requiem FCH 6
September 3 6pm MAE2 Maestro 2 FCH 8
18 7pm HM9 Russian Romantics FCH 7
October 2 7pm H TSO Gala Ball WP 18
11 8pm HM10 Classics Old and New FCH 7
14 7pm SYD Classics Old and New CRH 23
20 6pm FC3 TSO Goes to the Opera FCH 12
November 1 7pm HR2 Best of Baroque FCH 14
11 8pm LM4 My Homeland PT 21
13 2.30pm MAT4 My Homeland FCH 10
25 7pm HR3 Bernd Glemser in Recital HTH 14
27 8pm HM11 Bernd’s Back! FCH 7
29 8pm HM12 New Worlds FCH 7
30 8pm LM5 New Worlds AH 21
December 11 6pm FC4 Christmas with the TSO FCH 12
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Friday 19 March 8pM Electrifying Sebastian Lang-Lessing conductorKonstantin Shamray piano
WAGNER The Flying Dutchman – OverturePROKOFIEV Piano Concerto No 3BRAHMS Symphony No 2
GALA OPENING CONCERT (black tie optional)
An electrifying season opener with Wagner’s thrilling Flying Dutchman overture, Brahms’ majestic Second
Symphony and Prokofiev’s exhilarating Third Piano Concerto performed by Konstantin Shamray, winner of the 2008 Sydney International Piano Competition.
Saturday 10 april 7pM Creatures Great and Small Sebastian Lang-Lessing conductorJian Wang cello
WEBERN VariationsSCHUMANN Cello ConcertoBEETHOVEN The Creatures of Prometheus
(excerpts)
Beethoven’s youthful and passionate Creatures of Prometheus shares a program with Schumann’s poignant and expressive
Cello Concerto – performed by outstanding soloist Jian Wang – and Webern’s airy and delicate Variations.
Saturday 24 april 7pM Dynamic Duo Dmitry Sitkovetsky conductor & violinJürg Dähler viola
MOZART Sinfonia Concertante K364BEETHOVEN Symphony No 4
Conductor and violinist Dmitry Sitkovetsky appears as co-soloist with acclaimed Swiss violist Jürg Dähler in Mozart’s
grandly conceived Sinfonia Concertante – hear this dynamic duo in action and enjoy Beethoven’s spirited Fourth Symphony.
Saturday 8 May 7pM Baroque and More Roy Goodman conductorAlison Balsom trumpet
TORELLI Trumpet Concerto in D Major, Etienne Roger
CORELLI Concerto Grosso Op 6/2TIPPETT Fantasia Concertante on a Theme
of CorelliHAYDN Trumpet ConcertoHAYDN Symphony No 100, Military
Renowned Baroque specialist Roy Goodman and sensational trumpeter Alison Balsom, Female Artist of the Year
at the 2009 Classical Brit Awards, present a dazzling program of Baroque classics and more.
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Outstanding conductors and soloists perform orchestral classics from all periods of music including Classical and Romantic symphonies, Baroque favourites, some of the most thrilling concertos ever written, superb works for choir and orchestra, and overtures of exceptional brilliance and colour. Please note that in March and October-December these concerts commence at 8pm, and April-September at 7pm.
Venue: Federation Concert HallConcert starting time: 8pm March and October – December 7pm April – September
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Friday 11 June 7pM Howard Shelley 25th-Anniversary Concert Howard Shelley conductor & piano
SCHUBERT Symphony No 5RAVEL Mother Goose – SuiteCHOPIN Piano Concerto No 1
Howard Shelley has forged a special relationship with Tasmanian audiences since making his TSO debut in 1985 – be part of the celebrations to mark 25 years of breathtaking concerts by this inspiring musician.
Saturday 17 July 7pM Viennese Classics Sebastian Lang-Lessing conductorPiers Lane piano
HAYDN Symphony No 38MOZART Piano Concerto No 21 K467,
Elvira MadiganSCHUMANN Overture, Scherzo and FinaleBRAHMS Variations on a Theme of
Joseph Haydn
Savour Mozart’s exquisite Elvira Madigan concerto – performed by celebrated pianist Piers Lane making his TSO
debut – together with an early Haydn symphony, Brahms’ eloquent homage to Haydn and a superb Schumann rarity.
Friday 13 auguSt 7pM Grand Concertos Marko Letonja conductorFeng Ning violin
MARCH A Moon Falls and is GoneTCHAIKOVSKY Violin ConcertoBARTÓK Concerto for Orchestra
Tchaikovsky’s dazzling Violin Concerto – here performed by master musician Feng Ning, who enraptured TSO
audiences in 2009 – complements Bartók’s vivid and colourful Concerto for Orchestra, a masterwork of 20th-century music.
Saturday 28 auguSt 7pM Fauré Requiem Sebastian Lang-Lessing conductorSara Macliver sopranoJosé Carbó baritoneTSO Chorus
STRAUSS Le Bourgeois GentilhommeBOWMAN Song CycleFAURÉ Requiem
Be moved by the gentle and consoling strains of Fauré’s Requiem and be entertained by the sparkle and wit of
Richard Strauss’ incidental music to Molière’s Bourgeois Gentilhomme.
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RACHMANINOV Piano Concerto No 2TCHAIKOVSKY Manfred Symphony
Rachmaninov’s immortal Second Piano Concerto and Tchaikovsky’s enthralling Manfred Symphony – inspired by
Byron’s stirring dramatic poem –offer an exhilarating night of music and romance.
Monday 11 october 8pM Classics Old and NewSebastian Lang-Lessing conductorVadim Gluzman violin
RAVEL Le Tombeau de CouperinPROKOFIEV Violin Concerto No 2RAVEL TziganeBEETHOVEN Symphony No 8
Violin virtuoso Vadim Gluzman astonishes and amazes in fiery masterpieces by Prokofiev and Ravel, and Sebastian
Lang-Lessing energises Ravel’s Tombeau de Couperin and Beethoven’s glorious Eighth Symphony.
Saturday 27 noveMber 8pM Bernd’s Back! Sebastian Lang-Lessing conductorBernd Glemser piano
BRAHMS Piano Concerto No 1SHOSTAKOVICH Symphony No 5
Bernd Glemser makes a triumphant return to Tasmania following his sensational appearances in 2008 – don’t miss this
opportunity to hear one of the great pianists of our time perform Brahms’ sizzling First Piano Concerto.
Monday 29 noveMber 8pM New Worlds Sebastian Lang-Lessing conductorBernd Glemser piano
BRAHMS Piano Concerto No 2DVORÁK Symphony No 9, From the New World
Bernd Glemser performs Brahms’ brilliant Second Piano Concerto and Sebastian Lang-Lessing conducts Dvorák’s
ever-popular New World symphony – voted Australia’s favourite symphony in ABC Classic FM’s nationwide poll.
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hobart maestro
Experience the full range of symphonic classics with great conductors and brilliant soloists in the relaxed time-slot of 2.30pm on a Saturday afternoon.
Venue: Federation Concert HallConcert starting time: 2.30pm
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Friday 5 March
Maestro 1SCHUMANN Symphony No 2
Friday 3 SepteMber
Maestro 2SCHUBERT Symphony in B Minor,
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Join Sebastian Lang-Lessing for a personal insight into some of his all-time orchestral favourites. Maestro Lang-Lessing will discuss symphonic classics by Schumann and Schubert and open your ears to the subtleties and complexities of these great works. Each concert will conclude with a complete performance of the featured symphony.
Venue: Federation Concert HallConcert starting time: 6pm
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Saturday 27 March Brilliant Performers Sebastian Lang-Lessing conductorWendy Page hornSue-Ellen Paulsen cello
VERDI The Sicilian Vespers – OvertureSCHUMANN arr FAIRCHILD Adagio
and AllegroLISZT Hungarian Rhapsody No 2BERLIOZ Le CorsaireSAINT-SAËNS Cello Concerto No 1VERDI The Force of Destiny – Overture
Two of Verdi’s best-loved overtures bookend a program showcasing the brilliant talents of TSO musicians Wendy Page in Schumann’s lyrical Adagio and Allegro, and Sue-Ellen Paulsen in
Saint-Saëns’ dramatic First Cello Concerto.
Saturday 17 april Celebration of Strings Dmitry Sitkovetsky conductor/director
BACH arr SITKOVETSKY Goldberg VariationsTCHAIKOVSKY Serenade for Strings
Hear Bach’s glorious Goldberg Variations as you’ve never heard it before – in Dmitry Sitkovetsky’s radiant orchestration for strings – and take pleasure in the beautiful melodies of
Tchaikovsky’s enduring Serenade for Strings.
Saturday 10 July The Lark Ascending Radoslaw Szulc conductor & violin
MOZART Symphony No 25 K183STANHOPE Fantasia on a Theme of
Vaughan WilliamsVAUGHAN WILLIAMS The Lark AscendingMENDELSSOHN Symphony No 4, Italian
Vaughan Williams’ evocative Lark Ascending and Paul Stanhope’s inspiring tribute to Vaughan Williams stand beside Mozart’s tempestuous “little” G Minor Symphony and Mendelssohn’s sunny
Italian symphony.
Saturday 13 noveMber My Homeland Nicholas Milton conductorJun Yi Ma violin
SMETANA My Homeland – The MoldauMOZART Violin Concerto No 3DVORÁK The Noonday WitchWEINER Hungarian Folksong Suite
The warmth and elegance of Mozart’s Third Violin Concerto contrasts with the haunting melodies and energetic rhythms of music inspired by the vibrant folk traditions of Central and Eastern Europe.
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The ideal series for families and newcomers to orchestral music! Hear excerpts from the great classics in short, entertaining programs and be guided through each concert by an informative compere. Concerts commence at 6pm and as a special enticement, one adult ticket entitles two children under 16 to be admitted free!
Venue: Federation Concert HallConcert starting time: 6pm
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thurSday 29 april Peter and the Wolf Kevin Field conductorChristopher Lawrence compereRobert Jarman narrator
Program includes:PROKOFIEV Peter and the WolfMUSSORGSKY Pictures from an Exhibition, Ballet of the Unhatched Chicks RESPIGHI La Boutique Fantasque, TarantellaBIZET Children’s Games, Galop
Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf has captivated and inspired audiences for generations – hear this orchestral classic afresh alongside other enthralling works that will stir your imagination and
thrill your senses.
WedneSday 4 auguSt Name that Tune! Stanley Dodds conductorGuy Noble compere
Program includes:BEETHOVEN Symphony No 7 (excerpt)BRITTEN Simple Symphony, Playful PizzicatoCORELLI Concerto Grosso Op 6/10LEOPOLD MOZART Toy SymphonyMARSCHNER The Vampire – Overture
Have you ever wanted to attend a concert in which some of classical music’s most appealing works are gathered together in one great extravaganza? Look no further!
WedneSday 20 october TSO Goes to the Opera Graham Abbott conductorChristopher Lawrence compereTSO Chorus
Program includes:VERDI Nabucco, Chorus of the Hebrew Slaves VERDI Aïda, Triumphal March and ChorusWAGNER Lohengrin, Wedding March
and Chorus WEBER Der Freischütz, Hunting Chorus MASSENET Thaïs, Meditation
Enjoy rousing marches, magnificent choruses and gorgeous melodies – the very best that opera has to offer – in a special Family Classics concert that celebrates all things operatic. Bravo!
Saturday 11 deceMber Christmas with the TSO Brett Weymark conductorChristopher Lawrence compereTSO Chorus
Program includes:HANDEL Messiah (excerpts)TCHAIKOVSKY Nutcracker (excerpts)CORELLI Christmas ConcertoANDERSON Sleigh RideSilent Night, O Come all Ye Faithful, The First Nowell
Welcome the festive season with the TSO! Hear all your Christmas favourites and sing along too! A fun-filled event for all the family, Christmas with the TSO is a concert you won’t want to miss.
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Join TSO players and distinguished guests as we perform chamber music, a Baroque program and a piano recital – music at its most intimate. Please note that the first two concerts will be held in Federation Concert Hall, the third in Hobart Town Hall.
Concert starting time: 7pm
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Saturday 19 June Howard Shelley and Friends Howard Shelley pianoStrings of the TSO
SCHUMANN Piano Quintet Op 44SCHUBERT Quintet D667, The Trout
Venue: Federation Concert Hall
A special concert to commemorate Howard Shelley’s 25th anniversary with the TSO – experience Howard up close and personal in chamber classics for piano and strings including Schubert’s
celebrated Trout quintet.
Monday 1 noveMber Best of Baroque Paul Wright directorStrings and Winds of the TSO
Program includes:BACH Concerto for Violin and Oboe BWV 1060CORELLI Concerto Grosso in D Major Op 6/7BACH Orchestral Suite No 3, AirTELEMANN Don Quichotte TWV 55:G10
Venue: Federation Concert Hall
Acclaimed violinist Paul Wright directs a program of Baroque classics including Bach’s heavenly “Air on the G String”, Telemann’s whimsical Don Quichotte and Corelli’s exquisite D Major Concerto.
thurSday 25 noveMber Bernd Glemser in RecitalBernd Glemser piano
Program includes:BRAHMS Intermezzo Op 118/1 & 2MENDELSSOHN Songs Without Words
(excerpts)CHOPIN Ballade No 1CHOPIN Nocturne Op 27/1 & 2CHOPIN Mazurka Op 17/4 and Op 24/4CHOPIN Scherzo No 4
Venue: Hobart Town Hall
Bernd Glemser’s 2008 Hobart recital was described by one concert-goer as “one of the most marvellous concerts I have ever attended” – get ready for more fireworks from this astonishingly gifted performer.
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Big names from the world of show business join the TSO for concerts at Wrest Point packed with energy, pizzazz and sophistication.
Venue: Wrest Point Entertainment Centre
Concert starting time: 7pm
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Saturday 13 February B&E Symphony under the StarsMarc Taddei conductor
Tim Cox compere
FREE EVENTVenue: Tolosa Park GlenorchyTime: 7pmTime: 7pm
WedneSday 28 July ABC Symphony Australia Young Performers Awards Stage III
Kenneth Young conductor
Venue: Federation Concert Hall
Time: 7pm
WedneSday 17 February One More Time. The Whitlams with the TSOBenjamin Northey conductorThe Whitlams
After the phenomenal success in 2008 of the sold-out It’s Time. The Whitlams with the TSO, The Whitlams and the TSO team up for one more concert. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear one of the Australia’s favourite bands with the full backing of the TSO.
tueSday 18 May Classical Mystery Tour Martin Herman conductor
The “Fab Four” suddenly got a lot more fabulous! Hear Beatles classics performed by an internationally acclaimed tribute band supported by the TSO in orchestral arrangements that will make these enduring hits shine all the brighter.
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Summer just wouldn’t be summer without B&E Symphony under the Stars, the TSO’s free outdoor concert in Tolosa Park, Glenorchy. Gather family and friends, pack a picnic hamper and settle down for a night of great music in the great outdoors.
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The best-value concert of the year! Hear the TSO and fresh, up-and-coming soloists at a fraction of the cost of a regular concert. Don’t miss the thrills and excitement of this once-a-year event!
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Enjoy orchestral favourites at the TSO’s free outdoor concert B&E Symphony under the Stars, the traditional prelude to the Launceston season. Take advantage of great symphonies, concertos and overtures performed by celebrated international conductors and outstanding soloists in the five-concert Launceston Master Series . Please note that Master Series concerts commence at 8pm in March and October – December, and at 7pm April – September.
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Enjoy black-tie elegance, gourmet Tasmanian food and fine Tasmanian wine at the TSO Gala Ball. Dance to the live strains of the TSO and take part in the silent fundraising auction for your chance to win some great prizes. Whether you’re a couple, party of ten or corporate group, the TSO Gala Ball is the perfect occasion to wine, dine and dance in black-tie style. Book early to secure the best places at what promises to be the most glamorous event of 2010.
thurSday 19 auguSt The World of Rodgers and HammersteinFeaturing Stars of the West End
Martin Yates conductorJacqui Scott vocalistSimon Bowman vocalist
Venue: Federation Concert HallTime: 7pm
Oh what a beautiful evenin’. Enjoy all your favourite hits from classic Rodgers and Hammerstein shows such as Oklahoma! , South Pacific, The King and I, Carousel and The Sound of Music. Relive the golden age of the musical in this special one-off concert!
Saturday 2 october TSO Gala Ball
Venue: Wrest Point, Tasman RoomTime: 6.30 for 7pm
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Saturday 20 March 8pM Electrifying
Sebastian Lang-Lessing conductorKonstantin Shamray piano
WAGNER The Flying Dutchman – OverturePROKOFIEV Piano Concerto No 3BRAHMS Symphony No 2
Venue: Albert Hall
GALA OPENING CONCERT (black tie optional)
An electrifying season opener with Wagner’s thrilling Flying Dutchman overture, Brahms’ majestic Second
Symphony and Prokofiev’s exhilarating Third Piano Concerto performed by Konstantin Shamray, winner of the 2008 Sydney International Piano Competition.
Friday 23 april 7pM Dynamic Duo
Dmitry Sitkovetsky conductor & violinJürg Dähler viola
MOZART Sinfonia Concertante K364BEETHOVEN Symphony No 4
Venue: Princess Theatre Conductor and violinist Dmitry Sitkovetsky appears as co-soloist with acclaimed Swiss violist Jürg Dähler in
Mozart’s grandly conceived Sinfonia Concertante – hear this dynamic duo in action and enjoy Beethoven’s spirited Fourth Symphony.
Saturday 12 June 7pM Howard Shelley 25th-Anniversary Concert
Howard Shelley conductor & piano
SCHUBERT Symphony No 5RAVEL Mother Goose – SuiteCHOPIN Piano Concerto No 1
Venue: Princess Theatre Howard Shelley has forged a special relationship with Tasmanian audiences since making his TSO debut in 1985 – be part of the celebrations to mark 25 years of breathtaking concerts by
this inspiring musician.
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tueSday 30 noveMber 8pM New Worlds
Sebastian Lang-Lessing conductorBernd Glemser piano
BRAHMS Piano Concerto No 2DVORÁK Symphony No 9, From the
New World
Venue: Albert Hall
Bernd Glemser performs Brahms’ brilliant Second Piano Concerto and Sebastian Lang-Lessing conducts Dvorák’s
ever-popular New World symphony – voted Australia’s favourite symphony in ABC Classic FM’s nationwide poll.
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thurSday 11 noveMber 8pM My Homeland
Nicholas Milton conductorJun Yi Ma violin
SMETANA My Homeland – The MoldauMOZART Violin Concerto No 3DVORÁK The Noonday WitchWEINER Hungarian Folksong Suite
Venue: Princess Theatre
The warmth and elegance of Mozart’s Third Violin Concerto contrasts with the haunting melodies and energetic rhythms
of music inspired by the vibrant folk traditions of Central and Eastern Europe.
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Saturday 20 February B&E Symphony under the StarsMarc Taddei conductorTim Cox compere
FREE EVENTVenue: City ParkTime: 7pm
Saturday 21 auguSt The World of Rodgers and HammersteinFeaturing Stars of the West End
Martin Yates conductorJacqui Scott vocalistSimon Bowman vocalist
Venue: Albert HallTime: 2.30pm
Enjoy all your favourite hits from classic Rodgers and Hammerstein shows such as Oklahoma!, South Pacific, The King and I, Carousel and The Sound of Music. Relive the golden age of the musical in this special one-off concert!
Summer just wouldn’t be summer without B&E Symphony under the Stars, the TSO’s free outdoor concert in City Park. Gather family and friends, pack a picnic hamper and settle down for a night of great music in the great outdoors.
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thurSday 22 april 7pM Dynamic Duo Dmitry Sitkovetsky conductor & violinJürg Dähler viola
MOZART Sinfonia Concertante K364BEETHOVEN Symphony No 4
Venue: Burnie Town Hall
Conductor and violinist Dmitry Sitkovetsky appears as co-soloist with acclaimed Swiss violist Jürg Dähler in
Mozart’s grandly conceived Sinfonia Concertante – hear this dynamic duo in action and enjoy Beethoven’s spirited Fourth Symphony.
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thurSday 14 october Classics Old and New Sebastian Lang-Lessing conductorVadim Gluzman violin
RAVEL Le Tombeau de CouperinPROKOFIEV Violin Concerto No 2RAVEL TziganeBEETHOVEN Symphony No 8
Venue: City Recital Hall Angel Place Time: 7pm
Violin virtuoso Vadim Gluzman astonishes and amazes in fiery masterpieces by Prokofiev and Ravel, and
Sebastian Lang-Lessing energises Ravel’s Tombeau de Couperin and Beethoven’s glorious Eighth Symphony.
The TSO returns to Sydney for the sixth consecutive year for a concert at City Recital Hall Angel Place. Hear the orchestra under Sebastian Lang-Lessing, Chief Conductor & Artistic Director, and be dazzled by violinist Vadim Gluzman.
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It is with great pleasure that the TSO brings this concert of symphonic classics to North-West Tasmania. Experience the TSO in the hands of two brilliant international guest artists.
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Q. are there different ways to purchase tickets?
A. Yes, there are two distinctly different ways of attending TSO concerts.
1. Subscribing – within this category one can purchase a fixed package (see Pricing Schedule Table 3); or have the flexibility of becoming a “Compose your own” package subscriber (minimum 6 concerts per individual) (Pricing Schedule Table 1).
2. Purchasing single ticket prices (Pricing Schedule 2).
Q. are there different types of fixed packages?
A. Yes, the following fixed packages are available for the 2010 season:
Hobart
1. Master + Matinee (16 concerts) – this is the complete Master series combined with the complete Matinee series – for the subscriber who does not wish to miss a single one of the TSO’s full-scale core concerts.
2. Master (12 concerts) – the complete Master series of evening concerts.
3. Matinee (4 concerts) – a mini series for those who prefer to enjoy an afternoon time-slot.
4. Family Classics (4 concerts) – a family-friendly introduction to the joys of classical music.
Launceston
1. Master + Special (6 concerts) – this comprises five traditional symphony concerts plus the Special The World of Rodgers and Hammerstein featuring Stars of the West End.
2. Master (5 concerts) – the complete core symphony series as performed in Launceston.
Q. are there any special benefits to fixed package subscribers?
A. Yes, fixed package subscribers can access discounted single ticket prices (Pricing Schedule 1) for any additional concerts they may wish to attend, either when subscribing or subsequently. Please identify yourself as a FIXED PACKAGE subscriber to TSO Box Office if purchasing later in the season.
Fixed package subscribers also retain the same seats if renewing to an identical package and submitting their booking form before the closing date for this category (25 November).
Q. Do flexible package subscribers retain the same seats?
A. No, although we will do our best to ensure flexible package (“Compose your own”) subscribers are allocated seating as close to that which they have been allocated in the previous season, we cannot guarantee any particular seating for this category of subscriber.
Q. i wish to support the tSo by buying tickets, but am unable to commit to specific dates at this point. is there anything for me?
A. Yes – by purchasing a TSO voucher (minimum value $200, available in increments of $100) you can redeem it for concerts of your choice at your leisure. This entitles you to all the benefits of being a flexible package subscriber.
Q. Can flexible package subscribers also access discounted single tickets?
A. Yes, there is a discount (approximately 5%). The prices are not published in this brochure.
Q. are there other benefits which apply to all subscribers?
A. Yes – all subscribers enjoy significant savings compared to the price of single tickets. For example, purchase a full Master and Matinee Series package and save up to 20% on the cost of a single ticket. They also access the following:
Priority seating Season ticket holders receive booking priority
for all TSO special events.
Complimentary programs Receive free of charge the informative program
booklet for each of the Master and Matinee concerts booked. Please present your program voucher at the concert.
Complimentary ticket exchange For subscribers taking a package of 10 or more
concerts, all ticket exchanges (up to a maximum of 10) will be processed free of charge.
Newsletter posted to you TSOvertures keeps you up-to-date with the
latest happenings at the TSO.
Ticket discounts with other Australian orchestras
Take advantage of special rates on selected events with the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, Sydney Symphony Orchestra and The Queensland Orchestra. For further details visit the TSO website or call the TSO Box Office on 1800 001 190.
Discounts on CDs and other merchandise from the TSO Box Office
Enjoy a 10% discount on all merchandise from the TSO Box Office.
Complimentary glass of wine When dining at Mures Upper and Lower
Deck before or after a concert, present your TSO ticket and receive a complimentary glass of wine.
Discounts to Musica Viva Tasmania concerts
Discounts are available for Musica Viva Tasmania concerts. Hobart Town Hall events only (5% discount).
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DiSCounteD SingLe tiCKet priCeSUse this table to calculate your costs if you are composing your own package (minimum 6 concerts) or adding additional concerts to your fixed package.
StanDarD SingLe tiCKet priCeSUse this table to purchase tickets to individual concerts from the TSO Box Office after January 2010.
SerieS ADULT CONCeSSiON
HOBART Gold Silver Bronze Gold Silver Bronze Student(bronze)
Master 1 and 9 $78 $66 $56 $72 $56 $44 $19
Other Master concerts $70 $59 $51 $66 $51 $40 $19
Matinee $70 $59 $51 $66 $51 $40 $19
Showtime $78 $66 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Special: The World of rodgers and Hammerstein
$78 $66 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
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Young performers Awards one price only – $20
TSO Ball one price only – $189
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Young performers Awards one price only – $20
TSO Ball one price only – $210
UNreSerVeD STANDArD CONCeSSiON
adult Family 1+2
Family 2+4 adult Family
1+2Family 2+4 Student
Family Classics $35 $35 $70 $28 $28 $56 $19
UNreSerVeD STANDArD CONCeSSiON
adult Family 1+2
Family 2+4 adult Family
1+2Family 2+4 Student
Family Classics $39 $39 $78 $31 $31 $62 $21
ADULT CONCeSSiON
LAuNCESTON a reserve b reserve a reserve b reserve Student(b reserve)
Master 1 $66 $56 $56 $44 $19
Master 2-5 $59 $51 $51 $40 $19
Special: The World of rodgers and Hammerstein
$66 $56 n/a n/a n/a
ADULT CONCeSSiON
LAuNCESTON a reserve b reserve a reserve b reserve Student(b reserve)
Master 1 $73 $62 $62 $49 $21
Master 2-5 $66 $57 $57 $44 $21
Special: The World of rodgers and Hammerstein
$73 $62 n/a n/a n/a
REGiONAL ADULT CONCeSSiON STUDeNT
ONe reSerVe ONLY
Burnie $51 $40 $19
REGiONAL ADULT CONCeSSiON STUDeNT
ONe reSerVe ONLY
Burnie $57 $44 $21
ADULT CONCeSSiON
premium a reserve b reserve premium a reserve b reserve
SYDNEY $95 $75 $46 n/a $58 $28
SerieS ADULT CONCeSSiON
HOBART Gold Silver Bronze Gold Silver Bronze Student(bronze)
Master 1 and 9 $87 $73 $62 $80 $62 $49 $21
Other Master concerts $78 $66 $57 $73 $57 $44 $21
Matinee $78 $66 $57 $73 $57 $44 $21
Showtime $87 $73 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Special: The World of rodgers and Hammerstein
$87 $73 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
ADULT CONCeSSiON
premium a reserve b reserve premium a reserve b reserve
SYDNEY $105 $83 $51 n/a $64 $31
UNreSerVeD ADULT CONCeSSiON STUDeNT
Maestro $36 $29 $19
Hobart recital $51 $41 $19
UNreSerVeD ADULT CONCeSSiON STUDeNT
Maestro $40 $32 $21
Hobart recital $57 $45 $21
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SerieS No. of concerts ADULT CONCeSSiON
HOBART gold Silver bronze gold Silver bronze Student(bronze)
Master+Matinee 16 $1013 $856 $738 $946 $738 $571 $269
Master 12 $808 $684 $585 $756 $585 $453 $216
Matinee 4 $280 $236 $204 $264 $204 $160 $76
ADULT CONCeSSiON
LAuNCESTON a reserve b reserve a reserve b reserve Student(b reserve)
Master+Special 6 $368 $316 $316 $248 $114
Master 5 $302 $260 $260 $204 $95
UNreSerVeDSTANDArD CONCeSSiON
adult Family 1+2
Family 2+4
adult Family 1+2
Family 2+4
Student
Family Classics 4 $140 $140 $280 $112 $112 $224 $76
FixeD paCKage priCeSUse this table to calculate the cost of your subscriber package. if you are renewing your package
Please fill in the personalised renewal form included with the brochure. If you have not received your personalised renewal form, please call 1800 001 190.
if you are booking a package for the first timePlease fill in the booking form included in this brochure. Select the type and number of fixed packages you would like, or if you are booking a flexible package please write down the number of tickets you require in the boxes corresponding to individual concerts (see Table 1 for prices).
ConcessionsFull-time students, Australian social security card holders and Veterans’ Affairs pensioners are eligible for concession package prices. Seniors Card holders are not eligible for concession prices except in the Matinee and Family Classics series. To claim a concession, please enclose photocopied proof with your booking form.
Seating preference If you are booking for the first time please indicate in which section of the hall you would prefer to be seated.
Ticket exchange As a season ticket holder you can exchange tickets to any equal value seat at any concert in the TSO season, subject to availability. Each ticket exchange incurs a service charge of $5.50. (NB: subscribers purchasing individual packages of 10 or more concerts are exempt from this charge.)
Missing ticketsIf you misplace your season tickets please contact the TSO Box Office to arrange replacements. If you forget your tickets on the day of the performance please come to the Box Office at the venue one hour before the concert and you will be issued documentation to enable you to gain access to the concert.
Submit your season bookingPost: TSO Subscriptions GPO Box 1450 Hobart TAS 7001
Phone: 1800 001 190
in person: TSO Box Office Federation Concert Hall 1 Davey Street, Hobart
Purchasing one of the above fixed packages or a “Compose your own” package (minimum 6 concerts) entitles you to the benefits of becoming a TSO subscriber.
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Processing of season ticket applicationsSeating will be allocated strictly in date order of receipt within each season ticket category. The categories are prioritised as follows:
• Renewingfixedpackageseasonticketholders
• Renewingfixedpackageseasonticketholdersrequesting seating changes
• Newapplicantsforfixedpackageseasontickets
• Renewingflexiblepackageseasonticketholders without changes
• Renewingflexiblepackageseasonticketholders requesting changes
• Newapplicantsforflexiblepackages
Requests for a seating change must be in writing and lodged with the subscription renewal form. Changes, where possible, will be done in strict date order of receipt.
Payment by cheque, money order or credit card must accompany your application, or cash if your application is lodged in person at the TSO Box Office in Hobart (Federation Concert Hall, 1 Davey Street – in the Hotel Grand Chancellor complex).
Flexible payment option
You can pay for your season tickets by credit card in five equal instalments. These deductions take place on the 15th day of every month commencing in February 2010, and concluding in June 2010.
Please indicate on the booking form if you wish to take advantage of this option.
Other important informationThe following are the general terms and conditions applying to the purchase of tickets to TSO performances. By forwarding a season ticket application, it is understood that you have accepted the terms and conditions. If you acquire tickets on behalf of anyone else you will be deemed to have agreed to these terms on your behalf as well as agent for them.
• Therewillbenorefundsorexchangesexceptas outlined in these terms and conditions.
• Anyadvertisedticketpricesarevaliduntil 31 December 2010.
• TSOreservestherighttovary,substituteorwithdraw advertised programs, artists, venues and seating arrangements.
• TSOisnotliabletoyouforanyclaims,damages, compensation, losses or expenses as a result of a TSO performance being cancelled, postponed or changed.
• Youacknowledgeyouareresponsibleforyourown safety and property, and the safety and property of any person accompanying you.
• Patronsarrivinglatewillnotbeadmittedinto the venue’s auditorium until there is a suitable break in the performance.
For a full listing of all conditions and terms relating to the purchase of tickets to TSO events, please visit www.tso.com.au
terms and Conditions
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Private giving The Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra welcomes the generosity of its philanthropic donors. Giving programs include Chair Sponsorships, TSO Patrons, Name a Seat in Federation Concert Hall and the TSO Foundation. All donations over $2 are tax-deductible. Play your part in helping the TSO to fulfil its vision to become one of the world’s great small orchestras. To discuss philanthropy options, please contact Lisa Harris on (03) 6232 4414 or email [email protected].
Friends of the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra (FOTSO)Share your love of orchestral music with like-minded friends and help strengthen relationships between the TSO and the community by becoming a member of Friends of the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra (FOTSO).
Membership rates
Single $35 ($22 concession)Couple $48 ($33 concession)Life (single) $350 ($220 concession)Life (couple) $480 ($330 concession)
Members enjoy access to TSO rehearsals and members-only social events. Call the TSO Box Office on 1800 001 190.
Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra Holdings Limited (TSOH)You can show your support for the TSO by signing up as a member of Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra Holdings Limited (TSOH), a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee. TSOH is the holding company of Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra Pty Ltd. Membership costs $20 per annum and is open to all Australian residents. By becoming a member of TSOH you will be standing up as an advocate for the orchestra, will have the right to be involved in the election of the Board and will be entitled to stand for the Board. You will also receive the TSO’s annual report. To request a membership form, please contact the TSO Box Office on 1800 001 190 or email [email protected].
Chair sponsorsgHDChief Conductor
mike and Carole ralstonConcertmaster
r H o’ConnorAssociate concertmaster
John and Jo StruttPrincipal viola
richard and gill irelandPrincipal cello
patricia LearyPrincipal double bass
melanie godfrey-SmithPrincipal oboe
Julia FarrellPrincipal bassoon
alan and Hilary WallaceRank and file bassoon
mr Kenneth von bibra am and mrs berta von bibra oam
Principal horn
Joy Selby SmithPrincipal trumpet
John and marilyn CanterfordPrincipal timpani
Dr and mrs michael treplinPrincipal harp
violinJun Yi Ma ConcertmasterElinor Levy Associate ConcertmasterLucy Carrig Jones Principal SecondVacancy Principal FirstRohana BrownMiranda CarsonYue-Hong ChaCherelle GadgeAnthea HetheringtonMichael JohnstonChristine LawsonSusanna LazaroffAlison Lazaroff-SomssichChristopher Nicholas
viola Janet Rutherford*Charlotte Burbrook de VereRodney McDonaldWilliam NewberyAnna Roach
cello Sue-Ellen Paulsen*Ivan JamesMartin PenickaBrett Rutherford
double bass Stuart Thomson*Michael FortescueStephen Martin
flute Douglas Mackie*Lloyd Hudson
oboeDavid Nuttall*Dinah Woods
clarinetDuncan Abercromby*Chris Waller
bassoon Lisa Storchheim*John Panckridge
horn Wendy Page*Roger Jackson*Greg StephensVacancy
trumpet Yoram Levy*Vacancy
trombone Donald Bate*Liam O’Malley
bass tromboneRobert Clark*
tubaTimothy Jones*
timpaniMatthew Goddard*
percussion Gary Wain*
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*principal player
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CORE PuBLiC SuPPORT
PREMiER PARTNERS
MAJOR PARTNERS
The Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra is assisted by the Australian Government through the Australia Council, its arts funding and advisory body, and through Arts Tasmania by the Minister for Tourism and the Arts, and the Tasmanian icon program.
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WE ALSO WiSH TO THANK
Cazaly Club Fitness, Foot & playsted Fine printers, FOTSO, Xerox Shop Tasmania.
PARTNERS
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© 2009 Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra Pty Ltd
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The Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra has the right to vary, without
notice, programs, artists and/or venues as may become necessary.
All transactions are final and refunds are not available.
All details are correct at time of printing.
PRIVACY STATEMENT: The Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra will
collect confidential information from you from time to time.
This information will be for ticketing and TSO use only. To obtain
a copy of the TSO’s privacy policy, please visit www.tso.com.au
or contact the TSO Box Office on 1800 001 190.
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Tasmanian Symphony OrchestraFederation Concert Hall, 1 Davey Street, Hobart Tasmania 7000 AustraliaGPO Box 1450 Hobart TAS 7001 Australia
Box OfficeBookings online www.tso.com.auFreecall 1800 001 190Telephone 03 6232 4450Facsimile 03 6232 4455E-mail [email protected]
AdministrationTelephone 03 6232 4444International Telephone +61 3 6232 4444Facsimile 03 6232 4455International Facsimile +61 3 6232 4455E-mail [email protected]
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