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2008-2009 Concert Season
September • October • November • January • February • March • April |
| September 2008
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September 19, 2008
Opening Gala
The Stadium Club
CU Folsom Field
6:00 pm
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Join us for our Season Opening Gala on September 19th!
Mingle with Michael Butterman and fellow patrons as you enjoy hors d'oeuvres, cocktails, a great dinner, and live and silent auctions at our "Simply Sinatra" themed gala event.
Silent and Live Auction • Dinner • hors d'ouerves • and Libations |
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| October 2008 |
Bernstein: Fancy Free
Peck: The Glory and the Grandeur, featuring a percussion trio from the BPO
Saint-Saëns: Symphony No. 3 ("Organ")
In celebration of Bernstein's 90th birthday, we open our season with the rhythmically-charged score from his first stage work, the ballet "Fancy Free." Our pulses continue to quicken as a trio of percussionists manages a stunning array of instruments in Russell Peck's thrilling " The Glory and the Grandeur." After intermission, organist Ken Mervine joins the BPO for Saint-Saëns' powerful "Organ" Symphony. |
October 4, 2008
Awakening the Pulse Concert
Macky Auditorium, 7:30 pm
Michael Butterman, conductor
Ken Mervine, organ
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| November 2008 |
November 1, 2008
Awakening the Mind Concert
Macky Auditorium 7:30 pm
Michael Butterman, conductor
Brian Lewis, violin
Adriana Zabala, mezzo soprano
Bonnie Draina, soprano
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All Mozart Evening, Repertoire includes:
Symphony No. 35 ("Haffner"), K.385
Violin Concerto No. 5 ("Turkish"), K.219
Three German Dances, K605 Contradances, K.609
Arias and duets from Il re pastore, Le Nozze di Figaro, and La clemenza di Tito
Mozart's music ranks among the greates achievements of human culture. Using Mozart's letters as a guide, this performance re-creates 18th century programming practices. Mozart's great "Haffner" symphony and "Turkish" violin concerto anchor a program as varied as it is unified. It is "short-attention-span theater" from the 1700's and it's a fascinatingly refreshing take on the concert experience. |
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Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker 120'
Friday Nov 28th at 4pm • Saturday Nov 29th at 2pm and 7pm • Sunday Nov 30th at 2pm
America's favorite ballet is again brought to life by Boulder Ballet and the Boulder Philharmonic. Featuring a cast of over 80 dancers, full scenery, costumes, and special effects, in addition to the live orchestra. Ana Claire and Peter Davison's classical choreography is infused with theatrical magic, circus arts and a rare sense of humor. You won't want to miss the adorable mice, toy soldiers, dreamy snow scene and wondrous trip to the land of sweets for Clara and her Nutcracker. Start the holidays with this annual spectacular.
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November 28-30, 2008
The Nutcracker
Macky Auditorium
Richard Oldberg, conductor
Boulder Ballet
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| January 2009 |
January 17, 2009
Simply Sinatra Concert
Macky Auditorium, 7:30 pm
Michael Butterman, conductor
Steve Lippia, vocalist
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Pops Concert - Simply Sinatra
Sinatra's distinctive style made him one-of-a-kind. Well, almost. The brilliant vocalist Steve Lippia interprets Sinatra favorites with a tip of the hat to Ol' Blue Eyes. Big Band sounds back up Steve's uncanny vocal stylings in such favorites as "Come Fly with Me," "My Way," "New York New York," and much more. Nostalgia for some, novelty for other...great music and great fun for all.
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Family Concert
A concert for the whole family! Last year the friendly alien, Schnoodle, thrilled children and parents alike when he visited Boulder to learn about a symphony orchestra. After returning to his home planet, he realized that, although they had instruments, they needed some actual music to play! Join us as we explore with Schnoodle the great variety of musical styles an orchestra can perform.
This concert features members of the BPO plus a performance by the winner of the Young Artist Concerto Competition, and the annual Youth Symphony Side-by-Side performance.
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January 18, 2009
Alien Encounter 2 Family Concert
Schnoodle meets Sch(n)ubert
Macky Auditorium, 3:00 pm
Michael Butterman, conductor
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| February 2009 |
February 14, 2009
Awakening the Heart Concert
Macky Auditorium, 7:30
Michael Butterman, conductor
Misha Dichter and
Cipa Dichter, pianists
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Bach: "Air" from Suite No. 3
Mozart: Concerto for Two Pianos
Tchaikovsky: No. 5
A trio of romantic delights for Valentine's Day. Bach's soothing "Air on the G String" opens the evening, followed by renowned husband and wife duo pianists Mia and Cipa Dichter performing Mozart's delightful two-piano concerto. One of the great Romantic Symphonies of all time, Tchaikovsky's lush Symphony No. 5, brings the evening to an emotional conclusion sure to awaken your heart.
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| March 2009 |
Ginastera: Four Dances from Estancia
Douglas: Concerto for Tabla and Orchestra (World Premiere)
Dvorak: Symphony No. 8
A dazzling array of Latin percussion instruments infuses Ginastera's Estancia with vivid color and life. The extraordinary tabla player, Rony Barrak, then takes the stage to perform the world premiere of a new work brimming with energy and imagination by Boulder composer Bill Douglas. Dvorak's embrace of the rhythms and melodies of folk music shines in his well-loved Symphony No.8.
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March 21, 2009
Awakening the Imagination Concert
Macky Auditorium, 7:30 pm
Michael Butterman, conductor
Rony Barrak, tabla
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| April 2009 |
April 25, 2009
Awakening the Spirit Concert
Macky Auditorium, 7:30 pm
Michael Butterman, conductor
Jon Nakamatsu, piano
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Walker: Lyric for Strings
Shostakovich: Symphony No. 9
Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 2
Walter's Lyric for Strings is a poignant elegy of surpassing beauty. Shostakovich's Ninth Symphony delights with it's light-hearted spirit and colorful orchestration. Finally, our souls will surely soar as Vin Cliburn Gold-Medalist Jon Nakamatsu joins the BPO for Brahms' epic Piano Concerto No. 2.
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