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Page 1: Fort Worth Symphony 11-12 Season Brochure Version 2

2011-2012

S Y M P H O N I C P O P S S P E C I A L S

Life is better with music

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G R E A T P E R F O R M A N C E S F E S T I V A L

CelebrateAmerica

ORDER BY PHONE: 817.665.6000 ORDER ONLINE: www.fwsymphony.org

BOX TIER $144 $65ORCHESTRA $123 $55

PARTERRE CIRCLE $108 $49MEZZANINE BOX $87 $39

MEZZANINE $87 $39PIANO/GALLERY BOX $54 $24

LOWER GALLERY $54 $24UPPER GALLERY $36 $16

3-NIGHT PASS SINGLE TICKETS START AT*

ALL CONCERTS BEGIN AT 7:30 P.M. AT BASS PERFORMANCE HALL

Great Performances FestivalU L T I M A T E V A L U E

MIGUEL HARTH-BEDOYA, CONDUCTORJoin us as we celebrate the American spirit with stirring works by

George Gershwin, Aaron Copland and Leonard Bernstein. Highlights include images from the Amon Carter Museum of American Art projected on a screen above the orchestra, and an appearance by America’s musical ambassador,

Van Cliburn, who will narrate Copland’s Lincoln Portrait.

F R I D AY, A U G U S T 2 6 , 2 011 JONATHAN BEYER, BARITONE

COPLAND Suite from Billy the Kid COPLAND Selections from Old American Songs BERNSTEIN Symphonic Dances from West Side Story GERSHWIN An American in Paris

S AT U R D AY, A U G U S T 2 7, 2 011 VAN CLIBURN, NARRATOR

BERNSTEIN Symphonic Suite from On the Waterfront BERNSTEIN Chichester Psalms for Chorus and Orchestra COPLAND Lincoln Portrait GERSHWIN Porgy and Bess, A Symphonic Picture

S U N D AY, A U G U S T 2 8 , 2 011 SHIELDS-COLLINS BRAY, PIANO

BERNSTEIN Three Dance Episodes from On the Town COPLAND The Tender Land Suite, Finale: Promise of Living GERSHWIN Rhapsody in Blue COPLAND Symphony No. 3

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October 14, 15 & 16, 2011

H O L L Y W O O D C L A S S I C SAndrés Franco, Conductor

Music has always played a vital role in film — it sets the mood of a scene, and enhances youremotional response to the story. This concert celebratesthe best in movie music, from The Godfather, Lawrenceof Arabia and Schindler’s List to favorite Beethoven andTchaikovsky excerpts heard in 2011 Academy Awardwinners The King’s Speech and Black Swan. It’s theclassical music you never knew you knew!

PopsS E R I E S

October 28, 29 & 30, 2011

WARNER BROS. PRESENTS

B U G S B U N N YA T T H E S Y M P H O N YGeorge Daugherty, Conductor

Classic Warner Bros. cartoons projected on the big screen, with their original scores performed live! This brand-new edition includes special guests Tom and Jerry, The Flintstones and even Scooby-Doo! Don’t miss these, plus old favorites like What’sOpera, Doc? and The Rabbit of Seville.

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LOONEY TUNES and all related characters and elements are trademarks of and © Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.THE FLINTSTONES, SCOOBY-DOO and all related characters and elements are trademarks of and © Hanna-Barbera.TOM AND JERRY and all related characters and elements are trademarks of and © Turner Entertainment Co. (s11)

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January 20, 21 & 22, 2012

L I V E A N D L E T D I ET H E M U S I C O F PA U L M C C A R T N E Y

Martin Herman, Conductor

The power of pop combined with the beauty ofsymphonic orchestration brings an incredible concert experience to Paul McCartney and Beatles fans ofall ages. Conductor Martin Herman leads theOrchestra as vocalist Tony Kishman and companyrecreate McCartney’s most popular songs includingSilly Love Songs, Live and Let Die, Maybe I’m Amazedand the best of the Fab Four!

February 17, 18 & 19, 2012

W I C K E D D I V A SSteven Reineke, Conductor

The music director of the New York Popsconducts a concert of diva showstoppers from Broadway, opera and popular music. Highlighted by selections from the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical Wicked, this program also includes favorites from Gypsy, Ragtime, Titanic and more!

November 25, 26 & 27, 2011

H O M E F O RT H E H O L I D A Y SRon Spigelman, Conductor

This Fort Worth Symphony holiday tradition brings joyous sounds of the season, as well as jolly old St. Nick himself! So you better watch out… this concert is sure to put you and your family in the mood for Christmas. Not responsible for causing excessive seasonal spirit.

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PopsS E R I E S

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March 16, 17 & 18, 2012

A C E L T I C C E L E B R A T I O NRon Spigelman, Conductor

Since its premiere, this showstopper hasbeen a huge hit nationwide. With a cast of

Irish step dancers, vocalists and Celticinstrumentalists, this show features music

from the movie Braveheart, plus Broadwaystandards from Brigadoon, Finian’s Rainbow

and more!

April 20, 21 & 22, 2012

T H E C A N A D I A N T E N O R SAndrés Franco, Conductor

Ever since they performed Leonard Cohen’s Hallelujah on Oprah, the Canadian Tenors have been taking the U.S. by storm! Back by popular demand after their sold-out, one-night-only Christmas concert with the FWSO, the Canadian Tenors will hypnotize Pops subscribers with their magical voices and mesmerizing harmonies.

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Create your own package of concerts and enjoyyour choice of both Symphonic and Pops events.

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BOX TIER $462 16% $322 41%ORCHESTRA $336 18% $287 30%

PARTERRE CIRCLE $287 18% $259 26%MEZZANINE BOX $245 25% $245 25%

MEZZANINE $245 25% $245 25%PIANO/GALLERY BOX $182 33% $182 33%

LOWER GALLERY $182 33% $182 33%UPPER GALLERY $98 48% $98 48%

YOUSAVE

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FRIDAYS ORSATURDAYS AT 8 PM

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POPS SERIESU L T I M A T E V A L U E

PROGRAMS, ARTISTS AND DATESSUBJECT TO CHANGE

PopsS E R I E S P R I C ES

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BOX TIER $288 $232 ORCHESTRA $206 $188

PARTERRE CIRCLE $182 $172MEZZANINE BOX $160 $160

MEZZANINE $160 $160PIANO/GALLERY BOX $128 $128

LOWER GALLERY $128 $128UPPER GALLERY $80 $80

FRIDAYS AT 8 PM OR

SATURDAYS AT 8 PMSUNDAYSAT 2 PM

FRIDAYS AT 8 PM OR

SATURDAYS AT 8 PMSUNDAYSAT 2 PM

FRIDAYOct. 14HollywoodClassics

Nov. 25Home for the

Holidays

Feb. 17Wicked Divas

April 20Canadian

Tenors

SATURDAYOct. 15HollywoodClassics

Nov. 26Home for the

Holidays

Feb. 18Wicked Divas

April 21Canadian

Tenors

SUNDAYOct. 16HollywoodClassics

Nov. 27Home for the

Holidays

Feb. 19Wicked Divas

April 22Canadian

Tenors

POPS SERIESS A M P L E R4

FRIDAYOct. 28

Bugs Bunny

Jan. 20Live andLet Die

March 16Celtic

Celebration

SATURDAYOct. 29

Bugs Bunny

Jan. 21Live andLet Die

March 17Celtic

Celebration

SUNDAYOct. 30

Bugs Bunny

Jan. 22Live andLet Die

March 18Celtic

Celebration

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CHOOSE FROM FRIDAYS OR SATURDAYS AT 8 PM OR SUNDAYS AT 2 PM IN THE 4 AND 3 POPS SERIES SAMPLER CONCERT PACKAGES BELOW4 and 3 Pops Series seats are assigned without a guaranteed right of renewal.

There is a possibility that you will be assigned different seats for each concert in the series.Ticket exchanges may only be made within the concerts in your selected series

and a price difference may apply.

BOX TIER $222 $186ORCHESTRA $159 $147

PARTERRE CIRCLE $141 $135MEZZANINE BOX $126 $126

MEZZANINE $126 $126PIANO/GALLERY BOX $102 $102

LOWER GALLERY $102 $102UPPER GALLERY $66 $66

3 POPS SERIESS A M P L E R

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CREATE YOUR OWN PACKAGE OF POPS AND SYMPHONIC CONCERTS!Purchase six or more vouchers and use them in any Pops or Symphonic subscription series (not available for subscriber specials or Canadian Tenors). Choose from two price levels to fit your budget. Buy now while available vouchers last and choose your concerts anytime after August 30, 2011. Call today! 817.665.6000

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BOX TIER $240 $272 $224FRONT ORCHESTRA $76 $76 $76

ORCHESTRA $160 $194 $188PARTERRE CIRCLE $156 $176 $164MEZZANINE BOX $124 $140 $132

MEZZANINE $124 $140 $132PIANO/GALLERY BOX $72 $86 $86

LOWER GALLERY $72 $86 $86UPPER GALLERY $32 $36 $36

BOX TIER $465 34% $540 31% $365 53%FRONT ORCHESTRA $165 17% $165 25% $165 25%

ORCHESTRA $280 47% $335 43% $295 50%PARTERRE CIRCLE $255 43% $295 41% $275 45%MEZZANINE BOX $195 45% $235 41% $225 43%

MEZZANINE $195 45% $235 41% $225 43%PIANO/GALLERY BOX $130 43% $145 42% $145 42%

LOWER GALLERY $130 43% $145 42% $145 42%UPPER GALLERY $75 25% $85 22% $85 22%

YOUSAVE

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FRIDAYS AT7:30 PM

SATURDAYSAT 8 PM

U L T I M A T E V A L U EPROGRAMS, ARTISTS AND DATES

SUBJECT TO CHANGE

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FRIDAYNov. 4Mozart

& Salieri

Jan. 13Beethoven &

Brahms

March 2Schumann

Piano Concerto

April 13BuddingViolinist

SATURDAYNov. 5Mozart

& Salieri

Jan. 14Beethoven &

Brahms

March 3Schumann

Piano Concerto

April 14BuddingViolinist

SUNDAYNov. 6Mozart

& Salieri

Jan. 15Beethoven &

Brahms

March 4Schumann

Piano Concerto

April 15BuddingViolinist

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5 and 4 Symphonic Series seats are assigned without a guaranteed right of renewal.There is a possibility that you will be assigned different seats for each concert in the series.

Ticket exchanges may only be made within the concerts in your selected seriesand a price difference may apply.

SymphonicS E R I E S P R I C ES

SYMPHONICSERIES

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SUNDAYSAT 2 PM

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Nov. 18Rachmaninoff

Sym. 2

Feb. 3Cinderella

Mar. 23The Firebird

May 4Cliburn Gold

SATURDAYOct. 8Sunlit

Symphony

Nov. 19Rachmaninoff

Sym. 2

Feb. 4Cinderella

Mar. 24The Firebird

May 5Cliburn Gold

SUNDAYOct. 9Sunlit

Symphony

Nov. 20Rachmaninoff

Sym. 2

Feb. 5Cinderella

Mar. 25The Firebird

May 6Cliburn Gold

BOX TIER $290 $330 $265FRONT ORCHESTRA $95 $95 $95

ORCHESTRA $190 $230 $220PARTERRE CIRCLE $185 $205 $195MEZZANINE BOX $145 $165 $160

MEZZANINE $145 $165 $160PIANO/GALLERY BOX $85 $95 $95

LOWER GALLERY $85 $95 $95UPPER GALLERY $40 $45 $45

FRIDAYAT 7:30 PM

SATURDAYAT 8 PM

SUNDAYAT 2 PM

SYMPHONIC SERIESS A M P L E R5

4 SYMPHONIC SERIESS A M P L E R

FRIDAYAT 7:30 PM

SATURDAYAT 8 PM

SUNDAYAT 2 PM

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September 16, 17 & 18, 2011

V I O L I N V I R T U O S O Miguel Harth-Bedoya, Conductor; Augustin Hadelich, Violin

JOHN B HEDGES Slapdance LALO Symphonie espagnole for Violin and Orchestra BRAHMS Symphony No. 4 in E Minor

Violinist Augustin Hadelich, a local favorite who performed with theFWSO at our Carnegie Hall debut in 2008, joins the orchestra for theSpanish motifs of Symphonie espagnole.

November 18, 19 & 20, 2011

R A C H M A N I N O F F S Y M P H O N Y N O . 2Rossen Milanov, Conductor; Mark Houghton, Horn

JOHN ADAMS The Chairman Dances (Foxtrot for Orchestra) R. STRAUSS Horn Concerto No. 1 in E-flat Major RACHMANINOFF Symphony No. 2 in E Minor

FWSO Principal Horn Mark Houghton performs the beautiful HornConcerto No. 1 by Richard Strauss. The concert concludes withRachmaninoff’s brooding and mysterious Symphony No. 2.

October 7, 8 & 9, 2011

S U N L I T S Y M P H O N YMiguel Harth-Bedoya, Conductor; Ilana Davidson, Soprano

SEBASTIÁN VERGARA Awakening of the Species MAHLER Symphony No. 4 in G Major

Many a love affair with the music of Mahler has begun with his Fourth Symphony. Known as the “sunlit symphony,” this piece depicts a child’s view of heaven. The performance of this wondrous work commemorates the 100th anniversary of Mahler’s death.

November 4, 5 & 6, 2011

M O Z A R T & S A L I E R IMiguel Harth-Bedoya, ConductorAlexander Ullman, Piano

SALIERI Symphony in D Major, “Il giorno onomastico” MOZART Piano Concerto No. 21 in C Major, K. 467 SALIERI Overture to Cublai, gran kan de’ Tartari MOZART Symphony No. 39 in E-flat Major, K. 543

M O Z A R T S A L I E R I

These composers gained wide recognition thanks to the 1980s film Amadeus.

Compare them side-by-side!

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S E R I E SSymphonic

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February 3, 4 & 5, 2012

C I N D E R E L L AMiguel Harth-Bedoya, ConductorAna Victoria Luperi, Clarinet

PROKOFIEV Suite from Cinderella JOHN B HEDGES Fantasía sobre Yma SumacBORODIN Symphony No. 2 in B Minor

The waltz-like rhythms of Prokofiev’s Cinderella are ahighlight of this concert, which also features the lyrical revelry of Borodin’s Symphony No. 2. FWSO Principal Clarinetist Ana Victoria Luperi is the soloist in Fantasia sobre Yma Sumac, written for her by composer-in-residence John B Hedges.

January 13, 14 & 15, 2012

B E E T H O V E N& B R A H M SMiguel Harth-Bedoya, ConductorArnaldo Cohen, Piano

ROSSINI Overture to William Tell BRAHMS Piano Concerto No. 1 BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 4 in B-flat Major

Pianist Arnaldo Cohen takes center stage to perform thevirtuosic and fiery Brahms Piano Concerto No. 1. Thegentle tenderness and beautiful themes of Beethoven’sSymphony No. 4 and the ever-popular William TellOverture round out this delightful concert event.

March 2, 3 & 4, 2012

S C H U M A N NP I A N O C O N C E R T OMei-Ann Chen, ConductorMarkus Groh, Piano

BEETHOVEN Overture to Coriolan SCHUMANN Piano Concerto in A Minor FRANCK Symphony in D Minor

Guest conductor Mei-Ann Chen returns to lead one ofFranck’s best-loved compositions, the Symphony in D Minor.And the beautiful melodies of the Schumann Piano Concertoin A Minor will fill the hall as pianist Markus Groh takes the stage.

= Most symphonic concerts include at least one work designated as “People’s Choice,” chosen by patrons through an audience survey.

= These works will not be performed during Casual Chic Friday concerts. 9

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April 13, 14 & 15, 2012

B U D D I N G V I O L I N I S TMiguel Harth-Bedoya, ConductorWill Hagen, Violin

SCHUBERT Symphony No. 8 in B minor, “Unfinished” TCHAIKOVSKY Violin Concerto in D Major DVOŘÁK Symphony No. 7 in D Minor

The late Romantic period is featured in Dvořák’s beloved Seventh Symphony. At just 19 years old, violinist Will Hagen makes his FWSO debut, performing Tchaikovsky’s popular violin concerto. The powerful and melodic Unfinished Symphony by Schubert is the perfect “finish” to this unforgettable concert.

May 4, 5 & 6, 2012

C L I B U R N G O L DMiguel Harth-Bedoya, ConductorHaochen Zhang, Piano

ENESCU Romanian Rhapsody in A Major RACHMANINOFF Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor RESPIGHI The Fountains of Rome TCHAIKOVSKY Francesca da Rimini

The grand finale of the symphonic series features theyoungest participant in the 2009 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition. Now 21 years old, gold medalistHaochen Zhang will perform the alluring Piano ConcertoNo. 2 by Rachmaninoff.

SymphonicS E R I E S

March 23, 24 & 25, 2012

T H E F I R E B I R DMiguel Harth-Bedoya, ConductorAlisa Weilerstein, Cello

SMETANA The Moldau from Má Vlast ELGAR Cello Concerto in E Minor JOHN B HEDGES Fastball (World Premiere) STRAVINSKY Suite from The Firebird (1945 revision)

Alisa Weilerstein joins the orchestra to perform Elgar’sdeeply emotional Cello Concerto in E Minor. Smetana’s picturesque symphonic poem The Moldau and Stravinsky’s riveting Firebird Suite, always an FWSO patrons’ choice,wrap up the program.

= Most symphonic concerts include at least one work designated as “People’s Choice,” chosen by patrons through an audience survey.

= These works will not be performed during Casual Chic Friday concerts.10

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Monday, December 5, 2011, 7:30 p.m.

H A N D E L ’ S M E S S I A HDavid Thye, ConductorSouthwestern Seminary Master Chorale

Few works are so powerful that audiences never tire ofhearing them performed. Handel’s Messiah is such a work. The FWSO’s annual presentation of this masterpiece in Bass Performance Hall has become a sacred Fort Worth holiday offering and has been regarded as one of the finest performances in the region. Whether one enjoys Messiah for its spiritual message or simply for its musical beauty, this work is a moving experience that elevates and enriches the soul.

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SpecialsS U B S C R I B E R

Saturday, September 24, 2011, 8 p.m.

T H E P L A N E T S :A N H D O D Y S S E YAndrés Franco, Conductor

The FWSO presents Gustav Holst’s cosmic masterpiece The Planets as you’ve never experienced it before. Projected in HD ona giant screen above the stage, the latestimages from modern space explorationprovide a stunning visual canvas as the orchestra plays Holst’s glorious score. Documentary filmmaker Duncan Coppworked directly with NASA for this projectthat was completed just last year. Don’t missits breathtaking North Texas debut!

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Saturday, January 28, 2012, 8 p.m.

L E A N N R I M E SW I T H T H E F O R T W O R T HS Y M P H O N Y O R C H E S T R A

As a 13-year-old girl from Garland, Texas, LeAnn Rimes wowed the nation with her hit single Blue and

earned comparisons to the great Patsy Cline. She went on to sell 37 million albums, her rich and powerful

voice appealing to both country and pop fans everywhere. Now Rimes brings that stunning voice to

the symphony stage for one night only.

Saturday, December 31, 2011, 8 p.m.

S W I N G I N ’I N T H E

N E W Y E A RW I T H T H E F O R T W O R T HS Y M P H O N Y O R C H E S T R A

Jeff Tyzik, Conductor ~ Carmen Bradford, Vocalist

It don’t mean a thing if it ain’t got that swing! That’s the theme of this New Year’s Eve with the FWSO. Join us as we say goodbye to the old year and hello to 2012 in a concert filled with memorable swingin’ standards by Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Glenn Miller and more. Featuring guest conductor Jeff Tyzik and vocalist Carmen Bradford, this concert will put you “In The Mood,” with time left after the concert to dine and dance the night away!

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Wednesday, December 21, 2011, 7:30 p.m.

C H R I S T M A S W I T H T H E

V O N T R A P P F A M I L Y S I N G E R SThe Sound of Music captured the hearts of millions when the movie premiered. Today the von Trapp singers, the actual great-grandchildren of Maria and Captainvon Trapp, continue the legacy. Thisone-night-only Christmas concert is forthe entire family and featurestraditional American and Austriansongs of the season and cherishedstories of the von Trapp family.The perfect way to let musicfill your holiday!

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Tuesday, April 17, 2012, 7 p.m.

O D E T O J O YA G A L A E V E N T

B E E T H O V E N ’ S N I N T H S Y M P H O N Y

FORT WORTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRAMiguel Harth-Bedoya, Conductor

Under the baton of Music Director Miguel Harth-Bedoya,our annual Gala event brings some of the grandest symphonic music ever written!Experience music on a monumental scale with Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9in D Minor, “Choral,” performed by the FWSO and full chorus and soloists.This one-night-only spectacle is sure to sell out, so order your tickets early.

Program, artists, dates and prices are subject to change.* Available only to Gala underwriters. For more information, please call 817-665-6500, ext. 105.

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THEPLANETS MESSIAH VON TRAPP

CHRISTMAS NYE LEANNRIMES GALA

ORCHESTRA PREMIUM(Rows AAA – C) N/A N/A $78 N/A $99 N/A

BOX TIER $80 $65 $78 $80 $99 *

ORCHESTRA $80 $65 $58 $80 $80 $99

PARTERRE CIRCLE $70 $55 $49 $70 $70 $70

MEZZANINE BOX $60 $45 $46 $60 $60 $50

MEZZANINE $60 $45 $46 $60 $60 $50

PIANO/GALLERY BOX $45 $30 $38 $45 $45 $40

LOWER GALLERY $45 $30 $38 $45 $45 $40

UPPER GALLERY $24 $19 $29 $29 $29 $30

ALL CONCERTS AT

B A S S P E R F O R M A N C EH A L L

SpecialsS U B S C R I B E R P R I C I N G

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CALL TODAY! 817.665.6000IT’S EASY TO EXCHANGE TICKETS. If you cannot attend a concert simply exchange your tickets in advance for another concert via phone, fax, mail, website or in-person. Or donate your tickets and receive a tax credit. Certain restrictions apply.

GET AHEAD OF THE LINE. Subscribers come first. Subscribers have first chance to order tickets to our blockbuster specials and receive advance notice of special events, order acknowledgements and more.

SYMPHONIC INSIGHTS. Learn more about the music, meet some of the performers and participate in interactive discussions during Symphonic Insights. These lively discussions are FREE and take place one hour before each symphonic concert in the audience chamber. FWSO Principal Pianist Shields-Collins “Buddy” Bray hosts.

MEMBERSHIP HAS ITS PRIVILEGES. The Circles of the Symphony program recognizes patrons whose annual contributions of $2,000 or more help further the artistic excellence and growth of the Orchestra. A tax-deductible gift of $2,000 entitles you to benefits including priority seating, use of the VIP Ticket Concierge, complimentary valet parking and Green Room hospitality at orchestra events and invitations to special events. Your gift may be paid in full or in installments. For more information, please call the Development Office at 817-665-6500.

TICKET OFFICE HOURS & LOCATIONMonday – Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Saturday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.on concert weekends only

Fort Worth Symphony OrchestraMaddox-Muse Center(1 block East of Bass Performance Hall)330 E. Fourth Street, Suite 200Fort Worth, Texas 76102Phone: 817-665-6000Fax: 817-665-6100

American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa, check and cash accepted.A $10 handling fee is added to all subscription orders.

GROUP EVENTS AT THE FWSOGroup events with the FWSO in beautiful Bass Performance Hall offer a unique and

memorable experience. With more than 60 concerts to choose from and a range of seating options, we can create the perfect concert event for your group of 10 or more.

• Corporations • Alumni Groups • Choirs • Social and Professional Clubs • Senior and Youth Groups • Faith-Based Organizations • Singles Groups

Let us help you plan the perfect evening or matinee outing. In addition to personal planning assistance, we will happily provide information on restaurants, attractions and

accommodations downtown to make your visit truly special.Call the Group Sales Hotline at 817-665-6500 ext. 150 or email [email protected].

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POPS SERIES Fri., Sat. at 8 p.m. and Sun. at 2 p.m. Prices on page 6 DAY AREA NO. OF SEATS PRICE PER SEAT

1st Choice x $ = $

2nd Choice

3rd Choice Box Tier and Orchestra seats do not carry an automatic “Right of Renewal” from season to season.

SYMPHONIC SERIES Fri., at 7:30 p.m., Sat. at 8 p.m. and Sun. at 2 p.m. Prices on page 7

DAY AREA NO. OF SEATS PRICE PER SEAT

1st Choice x $ = $

2nd Choice

3rd Choice Box Tier and Orchestra seats do not carry an automatic “Right of Renewal” from season to season.

GREAT PERFORMANCES FESTIVAL August 26-28, 2011, Fri., Sat. and Sun. at 7:30 p.m. Prices on page 2 AREA NO. OF SEATS PRICE PER SEAT

1st Choice x $ = $

SPECIAL CONCERTS may only be ordered with purchase of a season ticket, until early September. Prices on page 13

AREA NO. OF SEATS PRICE PER SEAT

THE PLANETS Sat., September 24, 2011 at 8:00 p.m. Prices on page 13

1st Choice HANDEL’S MESSIAH Mon., December 5, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. Prices on page 13

1st Choice x $ = $ CHRISTMAS WITH THE VON TRAPP FAMILY SINGERS Wed., December 21, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. Prices on page 13

1st Choice x $ = $

2nd Choice NEW YEAR’S EVE Sat., December 31, 2011 at 8 p.m. Prices on page 13

1st Choice x $ = $

LEANN RIMES Sat., January 28, 2012 at 8 p.m. Prices on page 13

1st Choice x $ = $

2nd Choice

FWSO BEETHOVEN GALA Tue., April 17, 2012 at 7 p.m. Prices on page 13

1st Choice x $ = $

2nd Choice

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