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DSO'S "CLASSICAL ROOTS" CONCERTS PRESENT REGINA CARTER
IN WORLD PREMIERE OF BILLY CHILDS' VIOLIN CONCERTO
"Classical Roots" Gala Celebrates 10th Anniversary,Honors Composer Olly Wilson
DETROIT, (December 7, 2009) - Detroit native, MacArthur Fellow and world-renowned jazz violinist Regina Carter will give the World Premiere of a Violin Concerto written by William "Billy" Childs, the Grammy Award-winning composer and jazz pianist who received a Guggenheim Fellowship last spring. The work will be one of three compositions by contemporary African-American composers to be performed at the Detroit Symphony Orchestra's 2010 "Classical Roots" concerts, which take place on Fri., Jan. 29 at 8 p.m. and Sat., Jan. 30 at 8:30 p.m. in Orchestra Hall at the Max M. Fisher Music Center. Conducted by DSO Music Director Leonard Slatkin, the program will also include Lumina by celebrated composer Olly Wilson, and Beyond Rivers of Vision by James Lee III, a 34-year-old native of St. Joseph, Michigan. Additionally, the Brazeal Dennard Chorale, directed by Augustus Hill, will sing a set of a-cappella selections, and the performances will open with "Lift Ev'ry Voice and Sing," by John Rosamond Johnson and James Weldon Johnson.
BEETHOVEN'S "EROICA" SYMPHONY FEATURED ON
MUSICALLY DIVERGENT PROGRAM AT ORCHESTRA HALL
John Williams Violin Concerto Has DSO Premiere
DETROIT, (December 11, 2009) - The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO), Music Director Leonard Slatkin and Concertmaster Emmanuelle Boisvert present a program featuring composers of three diverse periods in musical history, with a work by a living composer experiencing its DSO premiere, in Beethoven's "Eroica." Performances also include music by 17th century composer Henry Purcell (transcribed in the 20th century by Benjamin Britten) and John Williams, who is better known for his popular film scores. Concerts take place on Thursday, January 14 at 8:00 p.m.; Friday, January 15 at 10:45 a.m.; Saturday, January 16 at 8:30 p.m.; and Sunday, January 17 at 3:00 p.m.
START THE NEW YEAR SWINGIN' WITH SINATRA AND DORSEY
DETROIT, (Dec., 11, 2009) - Feel the magic of 1940's swing era music and ring in the New Year with the DSO as they team up with conductor Jeff Tyzik, vocalist Steve Lippia, trombonist Jim Pugh and percussionist Dave Mancini to bring the velvety smooth hits of Frank Sinatra and the big band sound of Tommy Dorsey to the stage in Swingin' with Sinatra and Dorsey. The performances, part of the DTE Energy Foundation Pops Series, take place Thurs., Jan. 7 at 10:45 a.m. and 8 p.m.; Fri., Jan. 8 at 8:30 p.m.; Sat., Jan. 9 at 8:30 p.m.; and Sun., Jan. 10 at 3 p.m. in Orchestra Hall.
SEASONAL WARMTH AWAITS YOU AT THE DSO'S ANNUAL "HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS" PERFORMANCE
Holiday Favorites and New Classics Will Be Celebrated with Music, Song and Dance
DETROIT, (Dec. 4, 2009) - The DSO and conductor Thomas Wilkins welcome the Holiday Season with the annual Home for the Holidays Pops Concerts. Part of the DTE Energy Foundation Pops Series, these performances are family-friendly, heartwarming and capture the essence of the season by featuring familiar holiday tunes as well as engaging new melodies over the course of six celebratory and joyful performances. Joining Maestro Wilkins and the orchestra are guest soprano and Detroit native Kisma Jordan, the combined choral forces of the Andover High School Choir and the Grosse Pointe South High School Pointe Singers, the Andover High School "Jills" and the Grosse Pointe South Santa Tappers. Performances take place in Orchestra Hall on Thurs., Dec. 17 at 10:45 a.m. & 8 p.m.; Fri., Dec. 18 at 8:30 p.m.; Sat., Dec. 19 at 3 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.; and Sun., Dec. 20 at 3 p.m. Other attractions include a holiday Lego display of landmark Detroit buildings along with holiday refreshments in The Music Box.
COME SWING IN THE HOLIDAY SEASON WITH THE PRESERVATION HALL JAZZ BAND'S "CREOLE CHRISTMAS"
DETROIT, (Dec. 4, 2009) - The Big Easy's musical treasure, The Preservation Hall Jazz Band, swings into Orchestra Hall on Tues., Dec. 15 at 8 p.m. with a Creole Christmas. Part of the Bank of America Paradise Jazz Series, this annual must-see production for New Orleans families was begun in 2005, and 2009 marks the first year this venerable group has taken their infectious holiday spirit on the road. Seasonal favorites will be performed as well as jazz classics such as Basin St. Blues, Bourbon Street Parade and What a Friend We have in Jesus.
FROM ORCHESTRA HALL TO CARNEGIE HALL?
DSO Hosts Student Piano Competition; Five Winners Perform with Conductor Charles Burke
And Civic Orchestra in Free Family Holiday Concert
DETROIT, (Dec. 4, 2009) - Student pianists who have always dreamed of performing on Orchestra Hall stage will now have that opportunity this holiday season. Between October and November, the DSO's Music Director Leonard Slatkin and the Detroit Symphony Orchestra Civic Youth Education department, in conjunction with an advisory council made up of regional piano teachers, hosted a talent search for the second year in a row. Middle school piano students were invited to compete for a coveted spot performing with the Detroit Civic Youth Orchestra (CYO), the most advanced of the DSO's Civic Youth Ensembles (CYE), in a Free Civic Holidays family holiday concert conducted by Charles Burke, Director of Education and Artistic Director of Civic Ensembles on Saturday, December 12 at 11 a.m.
CONDUCTOR ANDREW LITTON TO REPLACE DSO MUSIC DIRECTOR LEONARD SLATKIN IN UPCOMING CONCERT "THE PLANETS"
David Krakauer Performs World Premiere of Marhulet's Concerto for Klezmer Clarinet
DETROIT, (Nov. 25, 2009) - The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) announced today that conductor Andrew Litton will replace Music Director Leonard Slatkin on the upcoming concert, The Planets. Guest artist David Krakauer is still scheduled to appear at these concerts featuring the world premiere of Wlad Marhulets' Concerto for Klezmer Clarinet as well as Gustav Holst's The Planets. Mahulets will be in attendance for these performances to provide insights into his work. Performances take place on Thur. Dec. 10 at 8:00 pm; Fri., Dec.11 at 8:00 p.m.; Sat., Dec.12 at 8:30 p.m.; and Sun., Dec. 13 at 3 p.m. in Orchestra Hall.
MUSIC DIRECTOR LEONARD SLATKIN AND DSO EXPLORE THE UNIVERSE WITH HOLST'S "THE PLANETS"
David Krakauer Performs World Premiere of Marhulet's Concerto for Klezmer Clarinet
DETROIT (Nov. 23 2009) -The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO), Music Director Leonard Slatkin and guest artist, clarinetist David Krakauer, join forces in a unique program featuring a well-known work from the classical canon, The Planets by Gustav Holst, as well as the World Premiere of Wlad Marhulet's Concerto for Klezmer Clarinet. Mahulets will be in attendance for these performances to provide insights into his work. Additionally, concerts include the Symphony No. 67 in F Major by Franz Joseph Haydn. Performances take place on Thur. Dec. 10 at 8:00 pm; Fri., Dec.11 at 8:00 p.m.; Sat., Dec.12 at 8:30 p.m.; and Sun., Dec. 13 at 3 p.m. in Orchestra Hall.
DSO DELIVERS A HOLIDAY MONTH OF MUSIC CLASSICS
Give the Gift of Music with Concerts for Every Musical Taste, Including Pops, Classical, Jazz and Family
Slatkin Leads a FREE Family Performance with Civic Holidays
DETROIT, (November 23, 2008) - As the hustle and bustle of the holidays approach, many yearn to pause and embrace the spirit, beauty and warmth of the season. With this desire in mind, the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) has created a versatile series of holiday performances for people of all ages and musical tastes. Concerts range from annual favorites (Home for the Holidays and The Nutcracker) to core classical masterpieces (Handel's Messiah), from the warm holiday sounds of the Deep South (Preservation Hall Creole Christmas) to the beauty of majestic planets beyond our own (The Planets). There is even a free family concert, Civic Holidays with Leonard Slatkin, featuring the DSO Civic Youth Orchestra led by the DSO's music director and five young finalists to our annual piano competition.
CONDUCTORS ANDREW GRAMS, ARILD REMMEREIT TO REPLACE DSO MUSIC DIRECTOR LEONARD SLATKIN IN UPCOMING CONCERTS "LA MER," "SOUTH OF THE BORDER" AND "KALICHSTEIN PLAYS MOZART"
Leonard Slatkin Returns to United States Following Treatment in the Netherlands
DETROIT, (Nov. 12, 2009) - The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) announced today that conductor Andrew Grams will replace Music Director Leonard Slatkin on the upcoming concerts, La Mer and Young People's concert, South of the Border while Arild Remmereit will replace Maestro Slatkin on the Kalichstein Plays Mozart concerts. Guest artists Michel Camilo and Joseph Kalichstein are still scheduled to appear at these concerts.
DU YUN NAMED WINNER OF ANNUAL ELAINE LEBENBOM MEMORIAL AWARD FOR FEMALE COMPOSERS
DSO announces new partnership with Ucross Foundation
DETROIT, (Nov. 4, 2009) - Du Yun, an internationally acclaimed composer, has been awarded the Detroit Symphony Orchestra's (DSO) Fourth Annual Elaine Lebenbom Memorial Award for Female Composers. Du Yun, who was chosen from over 50 applicants from the United States, China, Korea, Israel, Austria and the United Kingdom, will compose a new work that will receive its world premiere in the DSO's 2010-2011 classical subscription series. In addition to performances of her work, Du Yun will receive a $10,000 prize and a one-month residency at the Ucross Foundation, an internationally known artist's retreat located on the High Plains in northern Wyoming. The Foundation is the DSO's new partner in recognizing and awarding exceptional female composers.
DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA TO HOST 37/11 MEMBERSHIP DRIVE IN NOVEMBER OFFERING NEW MEMBERS $5 TICKETS FOR FIRST CONCERT
DETROIT, (Nov. 4, 2009) - The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) will hold a 37/11 membership drive in November with a special offer of $5 for the first ticket purchased to new members registering for the 37/11 program. 37/11 offers discounted tickets of $11 to those under the age of 37. Registration is free and can be completed at detroitsymphony.com/3711. This affordable program encourages a younger generation to experience and appreciate classical, jazz, and pops music performed by the DSO and its numerous acclaimed guest artists. Members also receive discounts at Ferndale boutique House of Chants and local restaurants Mudgie's and the Majestic Café. The 37/11 membership drive is sponsored by Mr. Cyril Moscow.
LEONARD SLATKIN AND MICHEL CAMILO TO TREAT AUDIENCES OF ALL AGES TO DSO CONCERT "LA MER" AND YOUNG PEOPLE'S CONCERT "SOUTH OF THE BORDER"
La Mer Concert to feature DSO Premiere of Camilo's Concerto for Piano and Orchestra
DETROIT, (Oct. 17, 2009) - In a pre-Thanksgiving weekend packed with music for everyone, the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO), Music Director, Leonard Slatkin and 2009-10 Fred A. and Barbara M. Erb Jazz Creative Director Chair and acclaimed classical and jazz pianist, Michel Camilo, will welcome audiences of all ages to Orchestra Hall in La Mer and a special Macy's Super Saturday featuring a Young People's Concert titled South of the Border conducted by Leonard Slatkin and featuring Michel Camilo on piano.
ACCLAIMED POPS CONDUCTOR JACK EVERLY GETS DOWN WITH DISCO DAYS AND BOOGIE NIGHTS AT ORCHESTRA HALL
Detroit, (Oct. 17, 2009) - Join acclaimed pops conductor Jack Everly as he teams up with a cappella ensemble, Chapter Six and vocalists N'Kenge, Farah Alvin and Anne Beck for five performances featuring the favorite songs of the 70's decade in Disco Days and Boogie Nights from Nov. 12-15. The performances, part of the DTE Energy Foundation Pops Series, take place Thurs., Nov. 12 at 10:45 a.m. and 8 p.m.; Fri., Nov. 13 at 8:30 p.m.; Sat., Nov. 14 at 8:30 p.m.; and Sun., Nov. 15 at 3 p.m. at Orchestra Hall.
DSO, TOGETHER WITH VIOLINIST NADJA SALERNO-SONNENBERG AND CONDUCTOR ANDREY BOREYKO, LIGHT UP ORCHESTRA HALL STAGE IN TCHAIKOVSKY'S PATHÉTIQUE
DETROIT, (Oct. 12, 2009) The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) welcomes renowned conductor Andrey Boreyko to the podium with violinist Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg, described by The New York Times as "an important presence in the violin world," at center stage in Tchaikovsky's Pathétique. The performances include the DSO Premiere of Pēteris Vasks' Musica Dolorosa for String Orchestra, Barber's Concerto for Violin and Orchestra and Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 6, also known as Pathétique. The performances take place on Thu., Oct. 29 at 8 p.m.; Fri., Oct. 30 at 8 p.m.; and Sat., Oct. 31 at 8:30 p.m. in Orchestra Hall. Each concert performance will include a special CD signing by Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg in the Atrium during intermission.
DSO AND CONDUCTOR CHARLES GREENWELL EXPLORE RACHMANINOFF'S COMPLEX PIANO CONCERTO NO. 3 WITH PIANIST KIRILL GERSTEIN CENTER STAGE
DETROIT (Oct. 12, 2009) -The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) along with DSO Conducting Assistant Charles Greenwell highlights Russian pianist Kirill Gerstein in Rachmaninoff & Dvořák from Oct. 23-25. The program features Barber's Essay No. 1, and guest artist Gerstein, described by the Chicago Sun Times as "showing how virtuosity and soulfulness can go hand in hand," in Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 3 and Dvořák's Symphony No. 8. Performances take place on Fri., Oct. 23 at 10:45 a.m.; Sat., Oct. 24 at 8:30 p.m.; and Sun., Oct. 25 at 3 p.m. in Orchestra Hall.
MACY'S SUPER SATURDAYS AT THE DSO KICKS OFF YOUNG PEOPLE'S AND TINY TOTS CONCERTS WITH HALLOWEEN FUN AT MAX M. FISHER MUSIC CENTER
DETROIT, (Oct. 12, 2009) - Enjoy sweet musical treats with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) during Macy's Super Saturdays on Sat., Oct. 31. This family series, offered throughout the Max M. Fisher Music Center is a half-day of activities with doors opening at 9:30 a.m. designed to introduce children to the wonders of music with two concert performances, a Marshall Music instrument petting zoo in addition to arts and crafts. The Henry Ford II Fund Tiny Tots Series: Rock O'Ween with Candy Band performance, featuring rock-infused children's songs, begins at 10 a.m. in The Music Box, lasts approximately 45 minutes and is recommended for ages 0-6. The MASCO Corporation Foundation Young People's Concerts: Thrills and Chills IV - A Halloween Special, led by DSO Conducting Assistant Charles Greenwell, features a stimulating introduction to classical music and begins at 11 a.m. in Orchestra Hall. The performance lasts approximately 70 minutes and is recommended for children ages six and up.
OUNDJIAN RETURNS TO DSO WITH MUSIC OF MAHLER
DETROIT, (Sept. 30, 2009) -The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) welcomes back Principal Guest Conductor Peter Oundjian to the podium with his first DSO performance of the 2009-10 season in Oundjian & Mahler. The program features Beethoven's Overture to Fidelio, Wagner's Prelude and "Liebestod" from Tristan und Isolde and Mahler's Symphony No. 7. Performances take place Fri., Oct. 16 at 8 p.m. and Sun., Oct. 18 at 3 p.m. in Orchestra Hall.
BÉLA FLECK, EDGAR MEYER AND ZAKIR HUSSAIN'S CD THE MELODY OF RHYTHM, FEATURING DSO AND SLATKIN, REACHES NO. 1 ON BILLBOARD'S CLASSICAL CHART
DETROIT, (Sept. 25, 2009) - Internationally-renowned virtuosi and composers Béla Fleck, Edgar Meyer and Zakir Hussain's CD The Melody of Rhythm: Triple Concerto and Music for Trio, recorded live in Orchestra Hall in Jan. 2009 and featuring the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) under the baton of Music Director Leonard Slatkin, has reached No. 1 on the Billboard's Classical Chart.
DSO KICKS OFF 2009-10 POPS SEASON FEATURING FAMOUS FILM SCORES AND OTHER ORIGINAL WORKS FROM AWARD-WINNING COMPOSER DAVE GRUSIN
Detroit, (September 23, 2009) -Join the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) as it teams up with Award-winning composer and pianist Dave Grusin for five performances from Oct. 8-11. Grusin, joined by bassist Brian Bromberg and percussionist Will Kennedy, will showcase his film scores as well as jazz and traditional works in a concert event titled An Evening with Dave Grusin. The performances, part of the DTE Energy Foundation Pops Series, take place Thurs., Oct. 8 at 10:45 a.m. and 8 p.m.; Fri., Oct. 9 at 8:30 p.m.; Sat., Oct. 10 at 8:30 p.m.; and Sun., Oct. 11 at 3 p.m. in Orchestra Hall.
THE DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA KICKS OFF 2009-10 SEASON OFFERING 26 FRIDAY NIGHT CONCERTS FOR $99
DETROIT, (Sept. 23, 2009) - Come see up to 26 Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) performances for only $99 with the purchase of a Friday Night Club subscription. This one-time $99 fee allows subscribers to reserve tickets to any Friday night classical, pops, or jazz concert at Orchestra Hall during the 2009-10 season. Friday Night Club seats are located in the upper balcony and are based on availability. Subscriptions may be purchased at the DSO box office (3711 Woodward Ave., Detroit); or by calling (313) 576-5111, Tues. - Fri., 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
DSO AND LEONARD SLATKIN PRESENT THREE WORKS BY SAMUEL BARBER WITH TRIBUTE PERFORMANCE TO AMERICAN COMPOSER IN ORCHESTRA HALL
DETROIT, (Sept. 16, 2009) - The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO), Music Director Leonard Slatkin, Detroit native and pianist James Tocco as well as DSO's Principal Cellist Robert deMaine and Principal Violist Alexander Mishnaevski bring together three pieces by Barber paired with the music of Richard Strauss in Barber's Adagio & Don Quixote. The performances, the first in a lineup of concerts to celebrate the 100th birthday of Barber, will take place on Thurs., Oct. 1 at 8 p.m.; Fri., Oct. 2 at 10:45 a.m.; and Sat., Oct. 3 at 8:30 p.m. in Orchestra Hall. The centennial tribute to Barber will showcase eight works total in seven performances throughout the 2009-10 season.
GRAMMY AWARD-WINNING GUITARIST SHARON ISBIN MAKES DEBUT PERFORMANCE WITH DSO AND LEONARD SLATKIN IN ORCHESTRA HALL
DETROIT, (Sept. 16, 2009) - The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) will spotlight Grammy Award-winning guitarist Sharon Isbin with Spanish composer Joaquín Rodrigo's Fantasía para un gentilhombre as Music Director Leonard Slatkin conducts Isbin Plays Rodrigo. The program also features the premiere of Alla Borzova's To the New World along with Rachmaninoff's Symphony No. 2. Performances take place on Thu., Sept. 24 at 8 p.m.; Fri., Sept. 25 at 8 p.m.; Sat., Sept. 26 at 8:30 p.m.; and Sun., Sept. 27 at 3 p.m. in Orchestra Hall.
THE DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA AND LEONARD SLATKIN ANNOUNCE SIX FREE CONCERTS IN SEPTEMBER WITH DSO COMMUNITY SERIES & OPEN HOUSE
DSO to visit Beverly Hills, Dearborn and Detroit and host an Open House at Max M. Fisher Music Center
DETROIT, (August 31, 2009) - The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) and Music Director Leonard Slatkin present a week of free concerts with the DSO Community Series: Your DSO in Your Community from Sept. 14-18 and a special DSO Open House on Sept. 20.
Your DSO in Your Community offers performances on Mon., Sept. 14 at 10:45 a.m. and 8 p.m. at Seligman Performing Arts Center located at 22305 W. 13 mile, Beverly Hills; Tues., Sept. 15 at 8 p.m. at the Ford Community and Performing Arts Center located at 15801 Michigan Ave., Dearborn; Thurs., Sept. 17 at 7 p.m. at the Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center located at 1627 W. Fort St., Detroit; and Fri., Sept. 18 at 2 p.m. at the Detroit School of Arts located at 123 Selden St., right behind the Max M. Fisher Music Center, Detroit. These concerts will culminate with a sixth free concert held at 3:00 p.m. during the DSO Open House running from 1 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Max M. Fisher Music Center on Sept. 20.
MACY'S SUPER SATURDAYS RETURN TO THE DSO WITH YOUNG PEOPLE'S AND TINY TOTS CONCERTS THAT EXCITE KIDS, EXPLORE MUSIC
DETROIT, (August 31, 2009) -The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) presents an exciting 2009-10 season family series with Macy's Super Saturdays @ the DSO. Each Saturday includes arts and crafts for children, the Marshal Music petting zoo as well as the MASCO Corporation Foundation Young People's Concerts (YPC) and The Henry Ford II Fund Tiny Tots Series. Performances for both YPC and Tiny Tots take place on Sat., Oct. 31, Nov. 21, Dec. 19 and Mar. 13 with an additional FREE bonus concert featuring Leonard Slatkin and the DSO's Civic Orchestra on Dec. 12. The YPC performances begin at 11 a.m. in Orchestra Hall, last approximately 70 minutes and are recommended for children ages six and up. The Tiny Tots performances begin at 10 a.m. in The Music Box, last approximately 45 minutes and are recommended for ages 0-6.
THE DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, LED BY MUSIC DIRECTOR EMERITUS NEEME JÄRVI, MAKES NAXOS RECORDING DEBUT WITH MICHAEL DAUGHERTY'S FIRE & BLOOD
DETROIT, (August 19, 2009) - The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) makes its recording debut on the Naxos label on Aug. 25 with Michael Daugherty's Fire & Blood. Led by Music Director Emeritus Neeme Järvi and highlighting guest violinist Ida Kavafian as well as percussionist Brian Jones, this recording celebrates three works commissioned and premiered by the DSO during Daugherty's four years as Composer-in-Residence, including Fire & Blood (2003) for violin and orchestra, MotorCity Triptch (2002) and Raise the Roof (2003) for timpani and orchestra.
THE DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA AND LEONARD SLATKIN FEATURED ON GROUNDBREAKING CD THE MELODY OF RHYTHM ALONG WITH BÉLA FLECK, EDGAR MEYER AND ZAKIR HUSSAIN - RELEASE DATE AUGUST 25
DETROIT, (August 19, 2009) - E1 Music will release the new compact disc The Melody of Rhythm: Triple Concerto and Music for Trio on Aug. 25. Recorded live in Orchestra Hall in Jan. 2009, this disc features the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) and Music Director Leonard Slatkin, along with internationally-renowned virtuosi and composers Béla Fleck, banjo; Edgar Meyer, double bass; and Zakir Hussain, tabla.
DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA LIFTS CURTAIN ON 2009-10 CLASSICAL SEASON WITH MIDORI AND SPARKLING REPERTOIRE FROM LEONARD SLATKIN
DETROIT, (August 12, 2009) - The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) returns to Orchestra Hall with the first performance of the 2009-10 season's classical concerts featuring Music Director Leonard Slatkin at the podium and world-renowned violinist Midori center stage in Midori Plays Sibelius. Performances take place on Fri., Sept. 11 at 8 p.m. and Sat., Sept. 12 at 8:30 p.m. in Orchestra Hall.
DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA BRINGS
MUSIC, MAGIC AND TEXT MESSAGING TO MEADOW BROOK
DETROIT, (July 17, 2009) - The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) led by Music Director Leonard Slatkin and DSO Resident Conductor Thomas Wilkins return to the campus of Oakland University in Rochester Hills for a two-weekend, five-concert series on July 25, 26, 31 and Aug. 1 and 2 during Summer Nights at Meadow Brook Music Festival.
DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA HOSTS STELLAR FREE CONCERTS
AT 17th ANNUAL CONCERT OF COLORS
DETROIT, (July 9, 2009) - The 2009 17th annual Concert of Colors, metro Detroit's free diversity-themed music festival, will present rising and established acts, bring back past favorites and offer free, outdoor activities while forging ahead in its mission to shed light on and celebrate cultural diversity through music. The festival takes place on Sat., July 18 with performances from 5-11 p.m. (doors open at 4 p.m.) and Sun., July 19 from 4-10 p.m. (doors open at 3 p.m.) at the Max M. Fisher Music Center located at 3711 Woodward Ave., Detroit.
DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA ANNOUNCES 2010 FLORIDA TOUR
DATES AND LOCATIONS
DETROIT, (July 3, 2009) - The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO), Music Director Leonard Slatkin and acclaimed cellist Sol Gabetta will embark upon a tour in southern Florida from Tues., Feb. 9 to Sun., Feb. 14, 2010. Tour visits will include the Indian River Symphonic Association at Vero Beach Community Church on Feb. 9 at 7:30 p.m., the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts of West Palm Beach on Feb. 10 at 8:00 p.m., the Philharmonic Center of Naples on Feb. 11 at 8:00 p.m., Northland, A Church Distributed of Longwood on Feb. 12 at 7:30 p.m., the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall of Sarasota on Feb. 13 at 8:00 p.m. and the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami on Feb. 14 at 7:00 p.m. The DSO Florida tour is made possible in part by a grant from the Marjorie S. Fisher Fund.
THE DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA PARTICIPATES IN FREE FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT ON THE DETROIT RIVERFRONT THIS SUMMER WITH THREE GREAT CONCERTS
DETROIT, (June 24, 2009) - The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) teams up with the Detroit RiverFront Conservancy and the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) to bring music, art and summer fun to three, free outdoor events at Rivard Plaza on the Detroit riverfront with 2nd Saturdays on the Riverfront. Each event will take place between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. on July 11, Aug. 8 and Sep. 12.
DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA PERFORMS TWO FREE OUTDOOR CONCERTS IN DETROIT
DSO to Perform at River Days Festival and in New Midsummer Nights in Midtown Series
DETROIT, (June 4, 2009) -The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) and conductor Robert Moody team up for two free, summertime outdoor performances at River Days on Fri., June 19 at 7 p.m. along Detroit's RiverWalk just south of Atwater near Rivard and a late-night concert as part of Midtown Detroit's Midsummer Nights in Midtown on Sat., June 20 at 10:30 p.m. on the lawn of the Ellington Loft Complex across from Orchestra Hall.
DETROIT SMYPHONY ORCHESTRA TO DRAW VIDEO GAME ENTHUSIASTS WITH MUSIC FROM FINAL FANTASY
DETROIT, (June 4, 2009) -To commemorate the 20th anniversary of Final Fantasy and the music from this best-selling, world-wide video game franchise, the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) and conductor Arnie Roth will feature a one-night special concert titled Distant Worlds: music from Final Fantasy on June 18 at 8 p.m. in Orchestra Hall.
DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA AWARDED $1 MILLION GRANT FROM FORD FOUNDATION
Funding to support immediate Leonard Slatkin fundraising and marketing initiatives
DETROIT, (June 4, 2009) - The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) has been named the recipient of a $1 million grant from the Ford Foundation to develop and implement a strategic fundraising and marketing campaign leveraging the artistic excellence of its Music Director Leonard Slatkin.
DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA AND HENRY FORD HEALTH SYSTEM KICK-OFF NEW PARTNERSHIP WITH FREE CONCERT
DETROIT, (June 2, 2009) -As part of an innovative partnership, the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO), Henry Ford Health System and conductor Leonard Slatkin will team up to bring a free community concert titled Music and Healing to Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital on June 10. The performance, located in the Ravitz Foundation Main Atrium, begins at 7 p.m. Highlights of the all-string program include J.S. Bach's famous Air on a G-string, Mozart's Eine Kleine Nachtmusik, Samuel Barber's "Adagio for Strings," and a string orchestra arrangement of Copland's popular "Hoe Down" from Rodeo.
DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA'S MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM FUNDRAISER FEATURES SLATKIN AND VON STADE WITH SPECIAL FREE COMMUNITY CONCERT FOR AUTO WORKERS
DETROIT, (June 2, 2009) - The DSO's largest annual fundraiser on Sat., June 13, celebrates the conclusion of Leonard Slatkin's first season as Music Director and features a creative Shakespearean theme. Titled "A Midsummer Night's Dream," the evening begins with an opening reception in the Max M. Fisher Music Center Atrium at 6 p.m. and continues with a DSO concert in Orchestra Hall at 7 p.m. Led by Maestro Slatkin and featuring the superstar mezzo-soprano Frederica von Stade, the program will include an array of works with Shakespearean connections, including the "Willow Song" from Rossini's Othello, sung by von Stade. Following the concert, guests will enjoy a wonderful dinner and dancing into the wee hours. Co-chairs for the event are Marlies Castaing, Kay Cowger, Linda Dresner and Danialle Karmanos. Ticket prices range from $250 to $5,000 per person and can be purchased by calling (313) 576-5082 or visiting online at www.dsomidsummer.com
A Special Offer to Auto Workers
To demonstrate the Detroit Symphony Orchestra's (DSO) support for the automotive industry, the organization will be offering free seating on a first-come first-served basis during only the concert portion of this fundraiser to those who work for an automaker, a supplier or at a dealership. Those interested in attending only the concert portion of the fundraiser must reserve their free seats by calling the DSO box office at 313-576-5111. The concert will take place in Orchestra Hall at 7 p.m. No employee identification is required to qualify for seats - attendees need only tell the box office the name of their employer.
CELEBRATE INDEPENENCE DAY WITH DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA AND THE HENRY FORD'S SALUTE TO AMERICA SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
DETROIT, (May 20, 2009) -Prepare for a four-night Independence Day celebration with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) as they team up with The Henry Ford, conductor David Alan Miller and soprano Kisma Jordan for the 17th annual Salute to America concert series in Greenfield Village. The program, sponsored in part by the Ford Motor Company, celebrates the sounds of America, Broadway and film and features popular favorites by Copland, Leonard Bernstein, Gershwin, Rodgers and Hammerstein and John Williams. Each evening will conclude with the music of Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture and live cannon fire followed by a spectacular fireworks finale. The performances, located in the Walnut Grove Historic district of Greenfield Village, take place Wed., July 1; Thurs., July 2; Fri., July 3; Sat., July 4. Gates open at 6 p.m., with the performances beginning at 8:30 p.m.
HARMONY FILLS THE AIR WITH MUSIC FROM THE DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA IN ANNUAL METROPARK CONCERT SERIES
DETROIT, (May 20, 2009) -The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO), Target and conductor Thomas Wilkins come together this summer to bring the annual, free, weekend outdoor concert series "Target Harmony in the Metroparks," to Kensington, Metro Beach and Stony Creek Metroparks, Friday through Sunday, June 26-28.
DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA CONCLUDES 2008-09 CLASSICAL SEASON WITH PERFORMANCE OF STRAUSS' MOVING FINAL WORK
DETROIT, (May 13, 2009) - Join the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) in the conclusion of the 2008-09 classical season with Principal Guest Conductor Peter Oundjian and Grammy Award-winning soprano Measha Brueggergosman in Season Finale. The program, part of Chrysler Foundation Signature Classical Series, features the eloquent voice of concert artist and opera singer Brueggergosman in Strauss' magnificent Four Last Songs, the famous composer's final work written before his death in 1949. Also featured is Haydn's Symphony No. 49, known as "La Passione," and Bartók's Concerto for Orchestra. Performances take place on Thu., June 4 at 8 p.m.; Fri., June 5 at 8 p.m.; and Sat., June 6 at 8:30 p.m. in Orchestra Hall.
DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA AND WEISS PERFORM BEETHOVEN'S POWERFUL PIANO CONCERTO NO. 5
DETROIT, (May 11, 2009) -The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO), conductor Hans Graf and pianist Orion Weiss take the stage on May 29-31 in Beethoven and Tchaikovsky with a performance that completes the DSO's season-long tribute to Beethoven's five Piano Concertos. The program, part of the Buick Preferred Classical Series, features Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5, also known as "Emperor" alongside the music of Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 2, commonly referred to as "Little Russian," and Rimsky-Korsakov's Skazka. Performances take place in Orchestra Hall on Fri., May 29 at 10:45 a.m. and 8 p.m.; Sat., May 30 at 8:30 p.m.; and Sun., May 31 at 3 p.m. The May 29 concert is sponsored by PricewaterhouseCoopers.
DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA FEATURES JAIME LAREDO AND SHARON ROBINSON IN DOUBLE CONCERTO BY ELLEN TAAFFE ZWILICH
DETROIT, (May 13, 2009) - The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) will spotlight a dynamic husband and wife duo when it brings virtuoso violinist Jaime Laredo and acclaimed cellist Sharon Robinson to center stage under the direction of renowned conductor Hans Graf in A Musical Collaboration on May 21-23. The program, part of the Comerica Charitable Foundation Favorites Classical Series and presented in partnership with the Chamber Music Society of Detroit, will feature Laredo and Robinson in Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Ellen Taaffe Zwilich's Double Concerto for Violin and Cello, as well as in Saint-Saëns' La muse et le poète. Also featured are Mozart's Symphony No. 1 and the 1947 version of music from Stravinsky's ballet Petrushka. Performances take place Thu., May 21 at 8 p.m.; Fri., May 22 at 10:45 a.m.; and Sat., May 23 at 8:30 p.m. in Orchestra Hall.
DSO ANNOUNCES FOURTH ANNUAL ELAINE LEBENBOM COMPETITION
- Memorial Award Continues in Spirit of Recognizing New Orchestral Works by Women
DETROIT, (Apr. 29, 2009) -The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) is accepting entries for its fourth annual Elaine Lebenbom Memorial Competition for Women Composers. The international competition, launched in 2006, is the only annual symphony orchestra sponsored award granted annually to a living female composer, of any age or nationality. Each year, one winner receives a $10,000 prize and the opportunity to have her original work premiered in the DSO's Classical Subscription Series. The award is made possible by an anonymous donor. The submission deadline for the 2009 competition is June 15, 2009 and the winning composer will be notified no later than Oct. 15, 2009. Applications may be downloaded at www.detroitsymphony.com. For questions, please contact Erik Rönmark at eronmark@dso.org.
DSO ANNOUNCES 2009-2010 POPS AND JAZZ SERIES
- Pops Delivers the Swinging Style of Sinatra,Music from the Silver Screen, Disco and More;
- DSO Jazz Creative Director Chair Michel Camilo Spices Up Season with Sounds of Latin America
DETROIT, (Apr. 29, 2009) -The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) announces a new season of programming for the DTE Energy Foundation Pops Series and the Bank of America Paradise Jazz Series with its 2009-10 performances. The two series together highlight the versatility of the DSO by bringing an eclectic mix to the stage from the music of classic film scores and Broadway to the infused sounds of traditional and contemporary jazz. All concerts take place in Orchestra Hall. Subscription tickets for these series are on sale now and can be purchased by calling (313) 576-5111 or visiting www.detroitsymphony.com. Single tickets will go on sale in August 2009.
DSO TO FEATURE MOVIE MUSIC FAVORITES IN STAR TREK MEETS STAR WARS AT ORCHESTRA HALL
DETROIT, (Apr. 23, 2009) - Join forces with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) and famed conductor Erich Kunzel as they embark on a musical adventure through space and time on May 14-17 in Star Trek Meets Star Wars. This varied program will feature themes from the ever-popular Star Trek series by composers Alexander Courage, Jerry Goldsmith and Dennis McCarthy, as well as Richard Strauss' Also Sprach Zarathustra from 2001: A Space Odyssey, and John Williams' scores from Star Wars, E.T., Schindler's List, Raiders of the Lost Ark and Superman. Part of the DTE Energy Foundation Pops Series and sponsored in-part by the Ford Motor Company Fund, performances take place in Orchestra Hall on Thu., May 14 at 10:45 a.m. and 8 p.m.; Fri., May 15 at 8:30 p.m.; Sat., May 16 at 8:30 p.m.; and Sun., May 17 at 3 p.m.
BARBARA COOK SINGS BROADWAY'S BEST IN SOLO DEBUT WITH DSO
DETROIT, (Apr. 23, 2009) - The curtain goes up in Orchestra Hall for legendary vocalist Barbara Cook, known as "America's favorite ingénue," as she teams up with Conductor and Arranger Lee Musiker and the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) on May 9. A one-night special event, the performance features classic Broadway hits Wonderful Guy and This Nearly Was Mine from Rodgers and Hammerstein's South Pacific, Kern and Hammerstein's Nobody Else But Me from Showboat and Irving Berlin's I Got Lost in His Arms from Annie Get Your Gun as well as showstoppers from Stephen Sondheim's Into the Woods, the music of George Gershwin in Shake Your Feet and many more. The performance, a solo-debut for Cook with the DSO, will take place in Orchestra Hall on Sat., May 9 at 8:30 p.m.
DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA TO SWING AND SERENADE SUMMERTIME AUDIENCES AT MEADOW BROOK MUSIC FESTIVAL
DETROIT, (Apr. 15, 2009) - As the calendar marches toward summer, music fans can anticipate warm summer evenings spent wrapped in serenade by the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) and its guest artists during Summer Nights at Meadow Brook Music Festival on the campus of Oakland University in Rochester Hills. Beginning on Sat., Jul. 25 at 8 p.m., DSO Music Director Leonard Slatkin will kick off the series with a Tchaikovsky Spectacular concert featuring violinist Karen Gomyo and will follow with Gershwin Galore featuring pianist Jeffrey Siegel on Sun., Jul. 26 at 7:30 p.m. The following weekend beginning Fri., Jul. 31 at 8 p.m., DSO Resident Conductor Thomas Wilkins takes over to conduct the Dave Bennett Sextet in a 100th birthday celebration honoring American jazz musician Benny Goodman in Big Band Bash. On Sat., Aug. 1 at 8 p.m. Wilkins returns to lead the DSO and violinist Ilya Kaler in All-Beethoven with three works by the influential composer. To conclude the two-weekend, five-concert music extravaganza, Wilkins and the DSO will enchant listeners with Williams' Harry Potter: Hedwig's Theme, Prokofiev's Cinderella: Waltz and Midnight and more in a children's matinee of Musical Magic on Sun., Aug. 2 at 4 p.m.
MINGUS DYNASTY BAND LIGHTS UP ORCHESTRA HALL WITH LEGACY OF CHARLES MINGUS
DETROIT, (Apr. 15, 2009) -The seven-piece Mingus Dynasty Band, an American jazz ensemble formed in 1979, has rejoined repertory groups (Mingus Big Band and Mingus Orchestra) to bring the compositions of contemporary jazz leader Charles Mingus to Orchestra Hall on Thu., May 7 at 8 p.m. The program, sponsored by Bank of America and part of the Paradise Jazz Series, features the soulful sounds of the legendary composer's works. A leader in forging his own style of jazz, which blends gospel, free jazz and even classical music, Mingus fused traditional elements with the unexplored realms of jazz. Band members include Vincent Herring on alto saxophone, Seamus Blake on tenor saxophone, Alexandre Sipiaguine on trumpet, Ku-umba Frank Lacy on trombone, Boris Kozlov on bass, David Kikoski on piano and Donald Edwards on drums.
DSO'S "ALL BEETHOVEN" DELIVERS THE BLISS OF BISS
DETROIT, (Apr. 15, 2009) -The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO), alongside American classical pianist Jonathan Biss and renowned conductor Jerzy Semkow, will inspire with the emotional and musical complexity of three of Beethoven's beloved works in All Beethoven. The program, part of the Chrysler Foundation Signature Classical Series, includes Beethoven's Overture to Egmont, Piano Concerto No. 3 and what many consider to be one of the most famous compositions in all of European classical music, his Symphony No. 5. Performances take place on Thu., Apr. 30 at 8 p.m.; Fri., May 1 at 8 p.m.; Sat., May 2 at 8:30 p.m.; and Sun., May 3 at 3 p.m. in Orchestra Hall and are sponsored in part by Warner, Norcross and Judd. Each concert performance will be followed by a special CD signing in the Atrium by Jonathan Biss.
LEONARD SLATKIN TO CONDUCT RECORDING OF JOHN CORIGLIANO SCORE FOR MEL GIBSON THRILLER, THE EDGE OF DARKNESS
DETROIT, (Apr. 6, 2009) - Leonard Slatkin will be in London this week, recording the soundtrack for the upcoming film starring Mel Gibson, "Edge of Darkness." The score is being written by Slatkin's long time friend, John Corigliano. Their collaborations have extended back more than 30 years. Mr. Slatkin recorded the composer's First Symphony, which won a Grammy in 1996. Most recently, a recording of Corigliano's "Dylan Thomas Trilogy" has been issued on Naxos Records, with the Nashville Symphony and chorus. Mr. Slatkin performed Corigliano's 3rd Symphony with the DSO last season, and next season he will collaborate with Sir James Galway in a performance of "The Pied Piper Fantasy."
DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA TO HOST FOOD DRIVE WITH GLEANERS AND FORGOTTEN HARVEST APR. 9-25, 2009
DETROIT, (Apr. 6, 2009) - The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) will partner with Gleaners Community Food Bank and Forgotten Harvest to coordinate a food drive beginning Thu., Apr. 9 and through Sat., Apr. 25. The initiative is inspired by the true story of the upcoming film The Soloist, and is part of the League of American Orchestras' national food drive titled, "Orchestras Feeding America" of which 250 orchestras across the U.S. are participating.
LEONARD SLATKIN REVIVES THE FORGOTTEN MOVEMENT "BLUMINE" OF MAHLER'S SYMPHONY NO. 1;
FREE CONCERT: SLATKIN'S STARS OF THE FUTURE FEATURES CIVIC YOUTH ORCHESTRA AND TWO YOUNG SOLOISTS
DETROIT, (Mar. 30, 2009) -The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) and Leonard Slatkin bring to life the "lost" movement "Blumine" paired with Mahler's final version of his Symphony No. 1 in Slatkin & Mahler. Also featured in the program, part of the Comerica Charitable Foundation Favorites Classical Series, is Friandises by MusicalAmerica's 2009 Composer of the Year, Christopher Rouse. Performances take place at Orchestra Hall Thu., Apr. 23 at 8 p.m.; Fri., Apr. 24 at 10:45 a.m.; and Sat., Apr. 25 at 8:30 p.m. The Apr. 23 concert is sponsored in part by National City Bank.
MICHAEL CAVANAUGH DEBUTS AT ORCHESTRA HALL WITH BILLY JOEL CLASSICS
DETROIT, (Mar. 30, 2009) - Pianist, vocalist and star of the hit musical Movin' Out Michael Cavanaugh is moving into Orchestra Hall for performances with conductor Steven Reineke and The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) in Michael Cavanaugh in Concert. Part of the DTE Energy Foundation Pops Series and with the support of Campbell-Ewald, the Detroit Area Honda Dealers Association and GMAC, the program features Billy Joel hits Movin' Out, She's Got a Way, You May Be Right and Uptown Girl as well as hits by The Who, Elton John and more. Performances take place Thu., Apr. 16 at 10:45 a.m. and 8 p.m.; Fri., Apr. 17 at 8:30 p.m.; Sat., Apr. 18 at 8:30 p.m.; and Sun., Apr. 19 at 3 p.m.
GRAMMY AWARD WINNER DIANNE REEVES FILLS ORCHESTRA HALL WITH THE SOUNDS OF CONTEMPORARY JAZZ
DETROIT, (Mar. 19, 2009) - Detroit native and one of the world's most important contemporary jazz singers Dianne Reeves will return to Detroit for a one-night performance at Orchestra Hall on Thu., Apr. 9 at 8 p.m. Part of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra's (DSO) Bank of America Paradise Jazz Series, the concert will also feature Music Director Peter Martin on piano, Romero Lubambo on guitar, Reginald Veal on bass and Terreon Gully on drums.
LEONARD SLATKIN AND DSO CONCERTMASTER EMMANUELLE BOISVERT JOIN FORCES ON BRITTEN, BERG AND BRAHMS
DETROIT, (Mar. 19, 2009) -The Detroit Symphony Orchestra's (DSO) Music Director Leonard Slatkin and Concertmaster Emmanuelle Boisvert come together to bring Berg's poignant and lyrical Violin Concerto to life in Slatkin and Boisvert. Part of the Chrysler Foundation Signature Classical Series and sponsored in part by Strategic Staffing Solutions the program also features Britten's Four Sea Interludes from Peter Grimes and Brahms' romantic Symphony No. 4, the composer's final symphony. Performances take place in Orchestra Hall Thu., Apr. 2 at 8 p.m.; Fri., Apr. 3 at 8 p.m.; and Sat., Apr. 4 at 8:30 p.m.
DSO MOVES TO THE BEAT WITH BOLÉRO
DETROIT, (Mar. 11, 2009) - The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) will bookend its "Boléro" concerts later this month with mesmerizing Ravel masterpieces Suite No. 2 from Daphnis et Chloé and Boléro. Conducted by rising star Susanna Mälkki, the concerts will also feature pianist Peter Serkin playing Stravinsky's Movements for Piano and Orchestra and Messiaen's Couleurs de la Cité Celeste. Concerts are sponsored by JPMorgan Chase and take place on Fri., Mar. 27 at 10:45 a.m.; and Sat., Mar. 28 at 8:30 p.m. in Orchestra Hall.
DSO WELCOMES BELLYDANCE SUPERSTARS TO THE STAGE
DETROIT, (Mar. 9, 2009) - Prepare to celebrate the ancient art form of bellydancing as the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) welcomes the Bellydance Superstars, an American dance troupe, to the stage for one performance on Sun., Mar. 29 at 3 p.m. In addition, international performer and instructor Lana Mini of Detroit Bellydance will lead a free bellydance workshop and demonstration in the Music Box at 1:30 p.m. prior to the afternoon show.
THE DSO EXPLODES WITH POPS GOES VEGAS!
DETROIT, (Mar. 9, 2009) - Orchestral Hall will be awash in the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas Mar. 19-22 as the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) swaggers with the favorite songs of Sin City. Guest artists include Jack Everly, Joe Cassidy, Martin Preston, Allison Briner, Scott Beck, Jennifer Ladner and Anne Beck along with appearances by local dancers Blair Marion Parkman and Lydia Porter. Featured music includes such hits as Luck Be A Lady, Big Spender, Here's to Las Vegas, New York, New York and I Go to Rio. Pops Goes Vegas! concerts, part of the DTE Energy Foundation Pops series, take place Thu., Mar. 19 at 10:45 a.m. and 8 p.m.; Fri., Mar. 20 at 8:30 p.m.; Sat., Mar. 21 at 8:30 p.m. and Sun., Mar. 22 at 3 pm.
POPULAR PIANIST JEREMY DENK PUTS STAMP ON BEETHOVEN'S CONCERTO NO. 1
DETROIT, (Mar. 4, 2009) - The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) continues its celebration of Beethoven's piano concerti with Beethoven & Debussy featuring young pianist Jeremy Denk offering a fresh take on the composer's Piano Concerto No. 1 in C major. Conducted by audience and orchestra favorite Sir Andrew Davis, the performances include Elgar's Serenade for Strings in E minor, Debussy's Prélude à l'Après-midi d'un faune (Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun) and Stravinsky's Symphony in Three Movements and take place Thu., Mar. 12 at 8 p.m.; Sat., Mar. 14 at 8:30 p.m.; and Sun., Mar. 15 in Orchestra Hall.
THE DSO GOES "MAD" IN MARCH WITH TICKET DEALS FOR STUDENTS, 18-AND-UNDER AND ADULTS
DETROIT, (Mar. 3, 2009) -The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) is embracing the "madness" of March by launching three incredible deals: one for college-level students, another for those 18-and-under, and adults at all concerts in March.
DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA ANNOUNCES 2009-2010 CLASSICAL SEASON
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DETROIT, (Feb. 20, 2009) While the Detroit Symphony Orchestra's (DSO) 2008-2009 season at Orchestra Hall at the Max M. Fisher Music Center has given concert-goers a taste of what to expect of DSO programming with Music Director Leonard Slatkin at the helm, the 2009-2010 classical season will be the first that Slatkin has programmed from beginning to end. Bearing all the hallmarks of signature Slatkin influences - American music, contemporary works, sparkling core repertoire and appearances by stellar soloists and guest conductors - the coming season will offer week after week of exciting and fresh concert programs.
31st ANNUAL CLASSICAL ROOTS HONORS COMPOSER WILLIAM GRANT STILL
DETROIT, (February 17, 2009) - Composer William Grant Still will be recognized posthumously as the 2009 Honoree for his contributions to the world of classical music as part of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra's (DSO) 31st annual Classical Roots Concerts taking place Fri., Mar. 6 at 8 p.m.; Sat., Mar. 7 at 8:30 p.m.; and Sun., Mar. 8 at 3 p.m. in Orchestra Hall. Latest News
DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA TO SHOWCASE PACHELBEL'S CANON IN EVENING OF BAROQUE MASTERPIECES
DETROIT, (Feb. 17, 2009) - The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) brings classical music's most ornate era to life with a Baroque Spectacular led by renowned conductor Nicholas Kraemer. The centerpiece of the program is Pachelbel's Canon in D major, perhaps one of the most beloved pieces in the classical repertoire, and Handel's Water Music.
DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA TO HOST FREE COMMUNITY CONCERT AT SOMERSET COLLECTION
DETROIT, (February 11, 2009) - FREE performance with Music Director Leonard Slatkin includes public overview of the DSO's 2009-2010 season highlights and a fashion presentation by Somerset Collection.
ORCHESTRA HALL WELCOME JAZZ GUITAR GREAT JOHN SCOFIELD
DETROIT, (February 10, 2009) - Living legend John Scofield brings his brand of guitar-driven improvisational jazz to the Orchestra Hall stage for one performance on Fri., Feb. 20 at 8 p.m.
THE NATIONAL ACROBATS OF CHINA SOAR INTO ORCHESTRA HALL
DETROIT, (February 10, 2008) - Direct from the People's Republic of China, The National Acrobats of China are poised to balance, swing and soar through Orchestra Hall for an unforgettable Chinese New Year performance.
FRÜHBECK LEADS GRAMMY AWARD-NOMINATED GUTIÉRREZ AND DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA IN BEETHOVEN'S FOURTH PIANO CONCERTO
DETROIT, (Feb. 10, 2009) - The Detroit Symphony Orchestra continues its season-long celebration of Beethoven's piano concerti as it welcomes Grammy Award-nominated pianist Horacio Gutierrez and world-renowned conductor Rafael Frühbeck de Burgos for Beethoven & Strauss.
BEETHOVEN AND DSO MUSICIANS TO PROVIDE FUN AND EDUCATIONAL MACY'S SUPER SATURDAY
DETROIT, (February 3, 2008) - The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) Macy's Super Saturday on Sat., Feb. 14 is an exciting introduction to the world of classical music for both older and younger children.
THE DSO GETS INTO THE ROMANTIC SPIRIT VALENTINE'S DAY WEEKEND WITH CLASSICAL MYSTERY TOUR: A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES
Detroit, (January 30, 2009) - The British are coming - again! Bring your sweetheart to hear the Fab Four like you've never heard them before as the Detroit Symphony Orchestra presents Classical Mystery Tour: A Tribute to the Beatles.
CONLON CONDUCTS DSO IN MAGNIFICENT MUSIC OF MENDELSSOHN & MAHLER
DETROIT, (Jan. 21, 2009) - The magnificent music of two of the classical genre's masters will emanate from the Orchestra Hall stage for three concerts Feb. 6-8 when the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) presents Mendelssohn & Mahler.
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