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It is with great joy to present to you our 2016–2017 season. We will have a year of bold aspirations and imaginative collaborations, a world premiere and passionate performances. From the continuation of our “Schubert Cycle” to the commissions of our “Composer/Performer” project—from rhythmic dances to music of the sublime—our remarkable roster of guest artists and the musical mastery of our brilliant musicians come together for a season not to be missed.

I invite you to join us in creating many memorable musical experiences together this season!

David Danzmayr, Music Director

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OPENING NIGHTSUNDAY, OCTOBER 9 | 7:00 PM Southern Theatre

From the rhythms of Cuba to the romantic sounds of Spain, Music Director David Danzmayr opens the season in grand style. Italian virtuoso Aniello Desiderio joins ProMusica performing two gems of the classical guitar repertoire, and the evening closes with Beethoven’s joyful masterwork, Pastoral Symphony.

Aniello Desiderio, guitar David Danzmayr, conductor

BROUWER Tres Danzas Concertantes for Guitar and StringsRODRIGO Concierto de Aranjuez BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 6 in F Major, “Pastoral”

CARNIVAL OF THE ANIMALSSATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12 | 5:30 PM SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 13 | 7:00 PM Southern Theatre

Schubert’s delightful Symphony No. 6 is paired with the Ohio premiere of American composer Gabriela Lena Frank’s “Five Dances” for a quintessential ProMusica blend of old and new. Saint-Saëns’ whimsical Carnival of the Animals concludes the program featuring the imaginative sounds of the orchestra in this most celebrated work.

Di Wu and Spencer Myer, pianos David Danzmayr, conductor

FRANK Five Dances (aka “Five Scenes”) [Ohio Premiere]SCHUBERT Symphony No. 6, “Little C-Major”SAINT-SAËNS Carnival of the Animals

We are excited to bring these performances to the Worthington United Methodist Church as the Josephinum St. Turibius Chapel undergoes renovations.

CHRISTMAS ORATORIOSATURDAY, DECEMBER 10 | 5:30 PM

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SIBELIUS AND MENDELSSOHN SATURDAY, JANUARY 21 | 5:30 PM

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AN EVENING OF BASSOON & STRINGSSATURDAY, MARCH 4 | 5:30 PM

ProMusica musicians Ellen Connors, Heather Kufchak, Will Manley, Brett Allen and Cora Kuyvenhoven come together to perform an evening of intimate chamber works.

SCHUBERT’S “TROUT” QUINTETSATURDAY, APRIL 1 | 5:30 PM

ProMusica musicians Katherine McLin, Mary Harris, Marc Moskovitz and John Pellegrino join with guest pianist Andrew Campbell to perform works from the Classical and Romantic eras, including Schubert’s most beloved quintet, “The Trout”.

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CHRISTMAS ORATORIOSATURDAY, DECEMBER 10 | 5:30 PM Worthington United Methodist Church

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11 | 7:00 PM Southern Theatre

ProMusica, The Lancaster Chorale and guest vocalists come together to celebrate the season with Saint-Saëns’ sublime Christmas Oratorio. The evening opens with Vaughan Williams’ moving work Five Variants of “Dives and Lazarus” and culminates with highlights from Handel’s legendary work, Messiah.

Kathrin Danzmayr, soprano Peggy Kriha Dye, soprano Laurel Semerdjian, alto Benjamin Bunsold, tenor Aaron Wardell, baritone The Lancaster Chorale David Danzmayr, conductor

VAUGHAN WILLIAMS Five Variants of “Dives and Lazarus”SAINT-SAËNS Christmas OratorioHANDEL Excerpts from “Messiah”

SIBELIUS AND MENDELSSOHN SATURDAY, JANUARY 21 | 5:30 PM Worthington United Methodist Church

SUNDAY, JANUARY 22 | 7:00 PM Southern Theatre

Praised for her vivid tone, rising star violinist Alexandra Conunova makes her U.S. debut performing Sibelius’ expressive Violin Concerto. The evening opens with Webern’s beautiful orchestration of Schubert’s German Dances, and closes with works by the great composers of the Romantic era—Grieg’s Elegiac Melody, and Mendelssohn’s powerful Reformation Symphony.

Alexandra Conunova, violin David Danzmayr, conductor

SCHUBERT/WEBERN German DancesSIBELIUS Violin Concerto in D minorGRIEG One Elegiac Melody, “The Last Spring”MENDELSSOHN Symphony No. 5 in D Major, “Reformation”

SKETCHES OF VIENNASATURDAY, APRIL 22 | 5:30 PM SUNDAY, APRIL 23 | 7:00 PM Southern Theatre

ProMusica’s “Composer/Performer” project features the orchestra’s 64th commission as we welcome the return of pianist and composer Lera Auerbach. Concertmaster Katherine McLin joins as soloist for this world premiere performance. Our Schubert Cycle continues with the sketches of his Symphony No. 10, completed by renowned orchestrator Brian Newbould.

Katherine McLin, violin Lera Auerbach, piano & composer David Danzmayr, conductor

STRAUSS Roses from the SouthMOZART-AUERBACH Concerto for Violin, Piano and Orchestra (after Mozart’s Concerto, K. 299) [Commission and World Premiere]SCHUBERT/NEWBOULD Symphony No. 10

DAVID & VADIM SATURDAY, MAY 13 | 5:30 PM SUNDAY, MAY 14 | 7:00 PM Southern Theatre

David and Vadim return, together onstage for a powerful finale to ProMusica’s season. Joined by acclaimed violist Paul Neubauer, the orchestra performs works by Bartók, Piazzolla and Mozart— for a dynamic conclusion to our 38th season.

Vadim Gluzman, violin & creative partner Paul Neubauer, viola David Danzmayr, conductor

BARTÓK Romanian Folk DancesMOZART Sinfonia Concertante for Violin, Viola and OrchestraPIAZZOLLA (arr. CAFFI) Coral, arranged for String OrchestraMOZART Symphony No. 29 in A Major

CODA: POST-CONCERT CONVERSATIONS

Classical 101 host Boyce Lancaster leads a casual conversation directly following each Southern Theatre performance. Join an open forum offering insight into the music performed and meet-and-greet opportunities with composers, conductors, and guest artists. Coda is free to any ticket holder.

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SPECIAL EVENTS

THURSDAY, AUGUST 11 | 8:00 PM SATURDAY, AUGUST 13 | 8:00 PM SUNDAY, AUGUST 14 | 8:00 PMThe Topiary Park

Our Summer Music Series moves to The Topiary Park! Join us for our three-concert festival of outdoor performances that are FREE of charge and all ages are welcome! Fun and educational activities for children will also be held beginning at 7:00 PM. Catering options available.

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CULINARY CAPERS XXIIFRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11 | 9:00 AM–2:00 PM (Demonstration at 11:00 AM; Lunch at 12:00 PM)The Westin Columbus

Popular cookbook author Betty Rosbottom returns to demonstrate recipes from her new book Soup Nights—Satisfying Soups and Sides for Delicious Meals All Year at the ProMusica Sustaining Board’s premier event. Enjoy live music from ProMusica musicians, a delicious lunch prepared with Betty’s recipes and shopping at Ohio artisans’ booths. All proceeds benefit ProMusica Chamber Orchestra. (Call ProMusica for more information.)

MESSIAH SING-ALONGFRIDAY, DECEMBER 9 | 7:30 PM Southern Theatre

Join the orchestra and community members for a beloved holiday tradition! Raise your voice in song with friends, families and church choirs, and sing selections from Handel’s Messiah. Orchestra students and area music directors join ProMusica musicians on stage for this joyful community event.

PROMUSICA SOIRÉE SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 116:00 PM | BENEFIT The Westin Columbus

8:00 PM | CONCERT Southern Theatre

Vadim Gluzman, violin Philippe Quint, violin

Witness two masters, Vadim Gluzman and Philippe Quint, challenge one another in an evening of dueling violins. ProMusica musicians join these two virtuosos onstage for an epic battle of strings, suites and scherzos—showcasing the stunning artistry and versatility of these world-class musicians. Beginning with a pre-concert reception in the historic ballroom of The Westin, mix and mingle with friends and then head to the Southern Theatre for a collaborative concert featuring ProMusica.

SOUTHERN THEATRE21 East Main Street, Columbus, OH 43215

Located downtown, adjoined to the Westin Hotel on the corner of Main and High Streets. Parking is available directly across Main Street in the Columbus Commons Main Garage.

WORTHINGTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH (WUMC)600 High Street, Worthington, OH 43085

The United Methodist Church is located near the corner of New England and High Streets, directly across the street from the Worthington Post Office. Parking is available adjacent to the church. Seating is general admission.

THE TOPIARY PARK (NEW THIS YEAR!)480 East Town Street, Columbus, OH 43215

The ProMusica Summer Series will be held on the beautiful grounds of The Topiary Park, located at Town Street and Washington Avenue, right in the backyard of the Columbus Metropolitan Main Library. Parking is available in multiple surface lots and garages adjacent to the park.

To order, fill out and mail the enclosed Subscription and Ticket Order Form, call 614.464.0066 or visit promusicacolumbus.org. Single tickets are also available at the venue two hours before a Southern Theatre performance and one-and-a-half hours before a Worthington United Methodist Church performance.

All sales are final. Programs and performers are subject to change. Orders received within one week of a performance will not be mailed but will be available for pick up at the venue Will Call the day of the performance.

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FEATURED ARTISTS

Katherine McLin

Aniello Desiderio

Di Wu

Philippe Quint

Vadim Gluzman

The Lancaster Chorale

Lera Auerbach

Paul Neubauer

Spencer Myer Alexandra Conunova