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LOCATIONOrpheum Theatre: corner of Smithe Street and Seymour Street in downtown Vancouver.

REHEARSAL AUDIENCESymphonic Encounters is an open rehearsal series, which means that attendees observe the orchestra preparing for a regular season concert. Our suggested age range for this program is from grade 6 up to adults. Please contact the Education Assistant if you require further information.

REHEARSAL TIMEEach rehearsal begins promptly at the time indicated. Doors open 30 minutes prior to the start time and we request that everyone be seated inside the theatre 10 minutes prior to the start time. Late-comers will not be seated until an appropriate break in the rehearsal.

REHEARSAL LENGTHRehearsals run during the times indicated with a 20 minute rehearsal break that is usually called at the mid-way point of the rehearsal.

MEET A MUSICIANDuring the break, a VSO musician will be available to meet guests and to answer questions about the rehearsal process or a career in music.

ORPHEUM TOURSA 40–minute tour of the Orpheum Theatre is available as an alternative to sitting in on the second half of the rehearsal. Space is limited, so advance booking is required.

PROGRAMME NOTESThese provide information about the composer(s) and repertoire, and are available online three weeks in advance of each rehearsal date at vancouversymphony.ca/se.

“ The VSO open rehearsals have been an annual highlight for Douglas College students. The experience of a living, working orchestra is invaluable. The VSO is clearly committed to developing and maintaining a young audience for classical music.”

John GlofcheskieMusic Instructor, Douglas College

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PRICESStudents & Adults $8.50 (incl. GST)Teachers One teacher per class admitted free of chargeChaperones 1 free chaperone per 15 students or seniorsFull payment must be received 3 weeks in advance of the rehearsal.

Please mail form with payment to:Education Department, Vancouver Symphony, 500–833 Seymour Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 0G4 Tel: 604.684.9100 Dial ‘0’ and ask for the Education AssistantVSO Education reserves the right to cancel any order submitted but not paid for by the payment deadline. Refunds are not given except in the event of a cancellation by the VSO.

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OPEN REHEARSAL PROGRAM2018/2019

SYMPHONICENCOUNTERS

OTTO TAUSK WITH THE VSO

Vancouver SymphonyEducation Department500–833 Seymour StreetVancouver, BC V6B 0G4

P R E M I E R E D U C AT I O N PA R T N E R

Please note: We cannot guarantee that all listed repertoire will be rehearsed during the open rehearsal. Performers and repertoire are subject to change.

Date/Time Number of Number of Total Number Paid Guests Free Guests of Seats

FRI, SEPT 28, 2018 10AM – 12:30PM

THURS, DEC 6, 2018 10AM–12:30PM

FRI, JAN 11, 2019 11AM–2PM

FRI, FEB 1, 2019 11AM–1:30PM

FRI, MAY 10, 2019 10AM–12:30PM

Method of Payment:

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Charge full amount or 10% deposit: $

Please note: full payment must be received 3 weeks before your selected rehearsal date.

Please indicate if you wish to attend one or both of the additional activities below:

Meet a VSO Musician* (during the rehearsal break) Orpheum Tour* (during the second half of the rehearsal)

*Please note that space is limited; we will do our best to accommodate your request

Special Needs Requirements:

Qty Total

Paid Guests: X $8.50 (incl GST) = $

Free Guests: X FREE FREE

Total Number of Seats: GRAND TOTAL = $

Please include a non-refundable deposit of 10% to secure your reservation.

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RESERVE ONLINE @ vancouversymphony.ca/se

SYMPHONIC ENCOUNTERS 2018/2019 ORDER FORMInstructions: If you are booking more than one program, please photocopy this form and complete a separate one for each.

School/Organization Name:

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2018/2019

TO ORDER ONLINE: Complete the online form at vancouversymphony.ca/se

BY MAIL: Complete the form and mail withpayment to the address indicated

Telephone reservations are not accepted.

SYMPHONICENCOUNTERS

4) TOVEY CONDUCTS BRUCKNER & DEBUSSYFRI, FEB 1, 11AM–1:30PMBramwell Tovey conductor Couloir: Ariel Barnes cello* Heidi Krutzen harp*+

DEBUSSY Danses sacrée et profane+ KELLY-MARIE MURPHY En el escuro es todo uno (In the darkness, all is one)*BRUCKNER Symphony No. 6 in A Major

1) BEETHOVEN, BARTÓK & KODÀLYFRI, SEPT 28, 10AM–12:30PMOtto Tausk conductor Cedric Tiberghien piano*KODÁLY Dances of GalántaBARTÓK Piano Concerto No. 3*BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 7 in A Major

2) BRONFMAN PLAYS BRAHMSTHURS, DEC 6, 10AM–12:30PMJun Märkl conductor Yefim Bronfman piano* (Cherniavsky Laureate pianist) BRAHMS Piano Concerto No. 2* LISZT Les préludesR. STRAUSS Don Juan

5) TRAGIC LOVE: WAGNER & PROKOFIEV FRI, MAY 10, 10AM–12:30PMOtto Tausk conductor Jeanette Jonquil clarinet* Julia Lockhart bassoon*

WAGNER Tristan und Isolde: Prelude and Liebestod STRAUSS Duet Concertino for Clarinet & Bassoon* PROKOFIEV Romeo & Juliet Suite (Suite arranged by Otto Tausk)

3) WHOLE LOTTA SHAKIN’: FROM SWING TO ROCK FRI, JAN 11, 11AM–2PMMichael Krajewski conductor Dave Bennett & QuartetOne of the all-time greats, Benny Goodman’s influence on jazz, swing, big band, and popular music was unsurpassed. Multi-instrumentalist Dave Bennett and his quartet trace the musical path from the golden age of swing through the early days of rock ‘n’ roll, including chart-topping hits by Jerry Lee Lewis, Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash. You’ll be In the Mood to Sing Sing Sing!

JULIA LOCKHARTBRAMWELL TOVEY MICHAEL KRAJEWSKI JUN MÄRKL OTTO TAUSK