Experience the Excitement! FEBRUARY 2016

Dances and Dreams… Monday, February 8, 2016

8:00 p.m. at Brunswick High School Auditorium

Overture to Oberon Carl Maria Von Weber

A Midsummer Night’s Dream Suite

Op. 21 and Op 61 Felix Mendelssohn

Swan Lake Suite

Op. 20a Pyotr Il’yich Tchaikovsky

Inside this Issue

Concert Notes 2

Music Dedication 2

Pre-Concert Dinner 2

President’s Corner 3

Salon Recital 3

Sponsor Spotlight 4

New Board Members 5

Check Presentation 5

Concert Photos 5

Share your Ticket 6

April Concert 6

Season Sponsors 7

Upcoming Events

February 8, 2016 Pre-Concert Dinner Brunswick Country Club 6:00 p.m. February 29, 2016 Salon Recital 6:00 p.m. April 11, 2016, 2015 Joyful Joyful

Brunswick H.S. Auditorium 8:00 p.m.

COASTAL SYMPHONY OF GEORGIA / 2 FEBRUARY 2016

Experience the Excitement …

at Brunswick High School Auditorium, when the orchestra fills the hall with the music of dances and dreams in this enchanting winter concert.

Following the lively Overture to Oberon, we are transported into all the fun and confusion of A Midsummer’s Night’s Dream. Mendelssohn wrote the Overture, Op. 21 at age 17 as a concert overture prompting Sir George Grove, English writer and founder of the Royal College of Music to call it “the greatest marvel of early maturity that the world has ever seen in music.” Mendelssohn later incorporated Op. 21 into Op. 61 which contained the incidental music that often accompanied Shakespeare’s play. The Dream Suite contains the purely instrumental movements that serve as overture, interludes between acts, and the wedding march at the close of the play. The suite is more commonly played alone as a concert piece, but given the clever instrumentation, a listener can easily imagine the dancing fairies, braying donkey, sleeping lovers, and comic confusion of the play. In the words of Puck, “Was it really all a dream?”

Following intermission, we arrive at Swan Lake and the story of the doomed love of Prince Sigfried and Princess Odette. The Swan Lake Suite represents nine selected numbers from Tchaikovsky’s magical Swan Lake Ballet. The composer premiered the ballet at the Bolshoi Theater in 1877, and immediately met opposition from both his musicians and dancers.

The orchestral players declared the music of “unprecedented difficulty,” while the dancers said it was simply too difficult to dance. His idea to organize a Suite in 1882 came to nothing, and the authorship of the concert suite, Op. 20a which was published after his death is unknown. Today it is the world’s most frequently performed ballet, albeit in shorter form than the original, and concert goers never tire of the richness and depth of the music which requires the full use and expertise of the orchestra.

It is interesting to note that while Mendelssohn was a child prodigy born into great wealth and opportunity, Tchaikovsky began his adult life as a government clerk. Mendelssohn would enjoy immediate popularity, then misfortune and finally become recognized as one of the finest composers of the early Romantic period. Meanwhile, Tchaikovsky continued his youthful interest in music, but declared at age 21, “even if I actually had any talent, it could hardly be developed now.” How fortunate for us that he turned out to be wrong!

Make a Music Dedication There is no more memorable way to honor a loved one or friend, commemorate a special occasion or offer a memorial than to dedicate a musical selection from this year’s Concert Series. The musical arrangements below may be selected for dedication for the February concert

$300

Swan Lake Suite Pyotr Il’yich Tchaikovsky

$200

A Midsummer Night’s Dream Suite

Felix Mendelssohn

$100

Overture to Oberon Carl Maria Von Weber

To make your dedication, call 912-634-2006 or go to www.coastalsymphonyofgeorgia.org

Pre-Concert Dinner Brunswick Country Club - Monday, February 8th

$26.95 plus tax and service charge

Reservations for Dinner from 6:00 pm 912-264-0331, ext. 9

COASTAL SYMPHONY OF GEORGIA / 3 FEBRUARY 2016

We are halfway through our exciting 33rd concert Season with more wonderful music yet to experience. At this halfway point, I want to publically extend my very special appreciation to the members of the Board of Directors of the Coastal Symphony of Georgia. These are the dedicated men and women who volunteer their time to make sure the music continues to play. Whether through enlisting corporate sponsorships and encouraging support from patrons and season ticket buyers or marketing, producing and managing the concerts, the board members who greet you at each performance are the essence of the Symphony organization.

We are pleased to welcome four new members to the Board this Season. They are Artie Ford, Market President, Bank of the Ozarks; Janice Lamattina, active community leader; Sung Hui Lewis, Executive Director of Early Education and Intervention Programs, Glynn County School System.; Karin Mills, President, Karin M. Mills Consulting - Fund Development, Marketing and Writing(Photograph on page 5).

Sharon Flores

The President’s

Corner

February 29, 2016 6:00 p.m.

$150 ~ Seating is limited For reservations, contact Janice Lamattina at

lamattina2@comcast.net

Salon Recital

Remember stories of nineteenth century drawing rooms and parlors where inspiring hosts would gather their guests to enjoy up and coming composers and musicians? “Salons” were an opportunity to be entertained and exchange thought on emerging artistic trends.

The Coastal Symphony of Georgia invites you to step back to that gentler era and experience an evening of musical talent and appreciation in a quiet, intimate setting in two special homes with several of The Symphony’s most talented musicians. Afterward, during the reception, take the opportunity to discuss the evening’s performance with friends or the musicians themselves.

The Symphony offers two recitals for those who want to enjoy this unique opportunity.

On February 29, in the lovely home of Carol Norton, Ms. Aurelia Duca – Southeast Georgia Health System Concertmaster Chair – will perform with piano accompanist Yukino Miyake. Ms. Duca mesmerized everyone with her solo performance at our season’s opening concert. You will not want to miss the opportunity to hear this charming, personable young woman with incredible talent in a setting such as this.

Our appreciation to Carol Norton for hosting this evening and to her co-hosts MJ and Sam Choate, Jack Dinos, Janice Lamattina, Gail and Scott Ledbetter, Debbie and Peter Murphy and Karleen and John Thompson for their continued generosity.

Also mark your calendar for our second recital, April 30, when sounds of the uncommon but beautiful combination of flute, oboe and piano will float above ocean waves at Anne and Tom Kitchin’s beachside home on Sea Island. Look for more information in the next newsletter.

COASTAL SYMPHONY OF GEORGIA / 4 FEBRUARY 2016

Sponsor Spotlight

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Joining the RPG family as a client is a unique experience because, unlike larger institutional firms, we engage in a personal relationship with you and your family. We take ownership over your financial success by employing a comprehensive approach to planning that covers all areas of finances including investments, taxes, retirement, insurance, p h i l a n t h r o p i c so lu t i o n s , a n d e s t a t e planning. Moreover, we do not just dump the “kitchen sink” financial plan into your lap. We are all about prioritizing, simplifying and coordinating - working through your comprehensive financial plan together, step by manageable step.

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Atwood Choate, P.C. is dedicated to public service in our community. Alex Atwood, who has served as our local State Representative since 2011, will retire from that position at the conclusion of the current legislative session and has announced he is running for Chief Magistrate of Glynn County this year. He is an active member of the Brunswick Exchange Club. Mr. Choate, who was formerly the General Counsel to the Speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives, is a member of the Brunswick Rotary Club and the Land Trust’s Live Oak Society. Ms. Harris is a member of the St. Simons Island Rotary Club and a founding member and past President of the Glynn County Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Division. Ms. Shirley is a fellow of The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel and a member of the Board of Directors of the Communities of Coastal Georgia Foundation.

All of the members of Atwood Choate, P.C. are enthusiastic and long-time supporters of the Symphony who have a deep commitment to our community’s cultural future as well as the preservation of its heritage.

Featuring two of our 2015-2016 Season Gold Sponsors

The Coastal Symphony of Georgia, Inc., welcomes Dr. and Mrs. Jim Dixon as our new Platinum Sponsor. With sincere thanks and appreciation.

Platinum Sponsor

COASTAL SYMPHONY OF GEORGIA / 5 FEBRUARY 2016

Scenes from the December Concert

Symphony Society’s Contributions

Top $1,000,000

Society President Susan Imhoff (left) presents a check for $35,000 to Coastal Symphony President Sharon Flores at the Society’s December Luncheon at Ocean Forest. With this latest contribution, the Symphony Society has now raised over one million dollars since its inception in 2006 in support of the Coastal Symphony of Georgia, Inc. The Society’s events always engage the community in a way to ensure enjoyment, while providing the orchestra with critically needed funds for future growth.

Far left:

l-r: Janice Lamattina, Artie Ford,

Sung Hui Lewis

Left: Karin Mills

New Board Members

COASTAL SYMPHONY OF GEORGIA / 6 FEBRUARY 2016

Can’t attend a concert?

Share your ticket….. If you cannot use your ticket(s) please contact the Symphony office at 912-634-2006 to allow us to offer your ticket(s) to others.

The Season Finale opens with captivating music featuring Schubert’s mastery of melody and song in his work Rosamunde. You will enjoy the feeling and intensity of the music.

The evening closes with the Fourth Movement of what many consider one of the greatest compositions in the western musical canon: Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, also known as “The Choral.”

Our soloists for this concert are Leslie Mattingly, Soprano, Victoria Livingood, Mezzo Soprano, James Hall, Tenor, and Nathaniel Roper, Bass.

It promises to be a truly wonderful season finale.

Coastal Symphony of Georgia

Board of Directors

President Sharon Flores Vice President Linda Muir Secretary JoAnn Frick Treasurer Ben Lee Assistant Treasurer Kay Harrell

Sung Hui Lewis Marjorie Mathieu Tom Milburn Karin Mills Susannah Salvatore Dave Snyder Beverly Trainor Joan Wilson Clinton Winne

Millard Allen M.J. Choate Orion Douglass Artie Ford Sibby Gruber Bill Gussman Pamela Hamilton Susan Imhoff Janice Lamattina

Remember, we have a waiting

list for concert tickets

Al Brown Company Bank of the Ozarks Coastal Greenery, Inc., Jeffrey & Misty Johns Georgia-Pacific Corporation Phoebe Hoaster, Team Hoaster, Inc. International Auto Processing, Inc. Lucas Properties

2015-2016 Season Sponsors

State Representative & Mrs. Alex Atwood Beverly McBride, Addington McBride Financial Advisors Charter Restoration, Meg & Bart Barton Coastal Georgia Vein Center, Dr. Greg Martin Dee Wright, DeLoach Sotheby’s International Realty Dentistry in Redfern, Zachary J. Powell, DMD Epworth-by-the-Sea

Gold

Diamond

Silver

Paisley Magazine Storage by the Sea, Tony Thaw Team Earehart Enterprises, Michael & April Earehart The Saylor Law Firm, LLP, Linda T. Muir, Partner Torras Properties, Inc., Bob & Sue Torras

Bronze

Eugenia Price/Joyce Blackburn Charitable Foundation, Inc. Georgia Power Company Gruber Aviation Inc., Renn & Sibby Gruber Jekyll Island Club Hotel McGinty-Gordon & Associates Rich Products Corporation The Bishop Law Firm, Jim & Mary Bishop

Friends

Advanced Hearing & Balance Center, Dr. Eric Linert Gene's Greens, Landscaping and Lawn Maintenance, Gene & Alicia Haney Golden Isles Realty Herndon Landscape Group, Inc. Maggie’s Boutique

The Parker Companies, Mr. & Mrs. Patrick Parker-Planters Exchange Premier Printing, Inc. Redfern Pest Solutions St. Simons Drug Company Seaside Pharmaceutical, Inc. The Coastal Bank of Georgia Supporting

Coastal Eye Care Georgia Coast Realty Mullet Bay

The Frederica House The Market on Newcastle One of a Kind

The Southeast Georgia Health System

Concertmaster’s Chair

David Lowe

Chris Triplett

Platinum

coastalsymphonyofgeorgia.org * 912.634.2006

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2015-2016 Concerts