September 19, 2008
Opening Gala
The Stadium Club
CU Folsom Field
6:00 pm

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

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

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

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.

“Talk-Back” after the concert!
Join Michael Butterman, Brian Lewis, Adriana Zabala, and Bonnie Draina for a “talk-back” session after the concert. This is your chance to ask questions or comment on the program! This session will take place in Macky immediately after the concert in lieu of the Tea House reception.

Arvada Center Performance
Boulder Philharmonic Chamber Players: Piano Trios
Sarah Delevoryas, Violin • Yoriko Morita, Cello • Lori Walker, Piano

Thursday, November 13, 2008, 7:00pm       ArtTalk/ArtTour starts at 6:15
The Boulder Philharmonic Chamber Players make their first of three appearances this season at 'Music with a View' with a celebration of one of chamber music’s most popular forms: the piano trio, featuring performances of Beethoven’s Piano Trio in C minor, Op. 1, No. 3, Paul Schoenfield’s delightful “Cafe Music” and more.
General Admission: $13.50 Click here to purchase tickets

Wings and Strings at the Butterfly Pavilion
with the Boulder Philharmonic Chamber Players

November 21, 5:30 pm

Join the Butterfly Pavilion for an intimate night of classical music while exploring the wonders of the tropical rainforest during Denver’s Art Week on Friday, November 21. Become enchanted by the classical melodies of the Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra as you venture through the Pavilion’s newest exhibit enhancement, Bug-A-Pedia. Learn how insects have influenced culture, religion and art throughout history in this interactive exhibit exploring the cultural significance of invertebrates around the world. Discover why Ancient Egyptians worshipped scarab beetles and how silk worms helped to build the Chinese empire all the while becoming a Bug Brainiac. During your venture to the past, attempt aboriginal dot painting techniques from Australia, observe invertebrate ocean animals, and study international insects. Don’t miss this special event that brings music, science and art together in one place. “Wings and Strings" will feature the finest local musicians and include light appetizers and wine. “Wings and Strings at the Butterfly Pavilion” is open to the public. Admission is $15 for adults and $10 for children 3 – 12 and includes entrance into the zoo and a special grand performance at 6:45 pm. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

  For more information, please visit www.butterflies.org or call 303-469-5441. 

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

Arvada Center Performance
Boulder Philharmonic Chamber Players: Yuletide Brass

Friday, December 19, 2008, 7:00pm       ArtTalk/ArtTour starts at 6:15
Enjoy a “classic” Christmas with friends, family and the Boulder Philharmonic Brass Quintet in an evening of holiday favorites, featuring a very special rendition of “How the Grinch Stole Christmas.”
General Admission: $13.50 Click here to purchase tickets

January 17, 2009
Simply Sinatra Concert
Macky Auditorium, 7:30 pm
Michael Butterman, conductor
Steve Lippia, vocalist

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 "Best is Yet to Come ," "Fly Me to the Moon ," "Angel Eyes ," 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.

Virginia Hill Foundation			AEC Trust

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January 18, 2009
Alien Encounter 2 Family Concert
Schnoodle meets Sch(n)ubert
Monarch High School
Louisville, 2:00 pm 3:30pm
Michael Butterman, conductor

February 14, 2009
Awakening the Heart Concert
Macky Auditorium, 7:30
Michael Butterman, conductor
Misha Dichter and
Cipa Dichter, pianists

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 Misha 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.

	Robert and Sydney Anderson

Arvada Center Performance
Boulder Philharmonic Chamber Players: The String Quartets of Haydn and Mozart

Thursday, February 19, 2009, 7:00pm       ArtTalk/ArtTour starts at 6:15
The Boulder Philharmonic Chamber Players conclude their three-concert series at 'Music with a View' with a tribute to the Classical Period, featuring the Haydn String Quartet, Op. 64, No. 5 in D major, “The Lark,” Mozart String Quartet No.17 in B flat, K.458, “The Hunt” and more.
General Admission: $13.50  Click here to purchase tickets

Ginastera: Four Dances from Estancia
Douglas: Concerto for Tabla and Orchestra (World Premiere)
Barrak: Beirut Sensations
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.

			Barbara Brenton
			Dr. Peter and Juli Steinhauer
			Alan and Martha Stormo

March 21, 2009
Awakening the Imagination Concert
Macky Auditorium, 7:30 pm
Michael Butterman, conductor
Rony Barrak, tabla

April 25, 2009
Awakening the Spirit Concert
Macky Auditorium, 7:30 pm
Michael Butterman, conductor
Jon Nakamatsu, piano

Walker: Lyric for Strings
Schubert: Symphony No. 8 (Unfinished)
Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 2

Walker's Lyric for Strings is a poignant elegy of surpassing beauty. Schubert's Eighth Symphony delights with it's sublime perfection and lyrical second movement. Finally, our souls will surely soar as Van Cliburn Gold-Medalist Jon Nakamatsu joins the BPO for Brahms' epic Piano Concerto No. 2.