2016-17 WINTER PROGRAM

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UMS unleashes the power of the WINTER 2017 performing arts in order to engage, educate, transform, and connect individuals with uncommon experiences. The Winter 2017 season is full of exceptional, world-class, and truly inspiring performances.

Welcome to the UMS experience. We’re glad you’re present. Enjoy the performance.

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The UMS Family Ken, we wish you all of the best final few in the months of your tenure. Thank you’ve done for our community! you for all that He has achieved some of the highest in our field, including the recognitions He Service National Award, Bogomolny Richard J. America Chamber Music 2016 Distinguished Taylor Fan Arts Presenters Association of Performing the 2011 of Arts Medal National recognition as a 2014 and UMS’s Service Award, the Vienna Philharmonic concerts led by Leonard Bernstein recipient. From residency through Company in 2001, in 1988, to the first Royal Shakespeare Ken has held true to his in 2012, the remounting of Einstein on the Beach Out.” Nobody “Everybody In, lifelong motto: Beyond Ken’s lasting contributions to UMS, which include an organizational lasting an organizational contributions to UMS, which include Beyond Ken’s and an increased focuscommitment to Education new on commissioning apparent outside of the always work, Ken has had an impact isn’t that to mentorship and service dedication His and includes is vast, organization. students interested in to prospective tours hosting weekend University the arts; tirelessly serving on boards of directors within the arts industry offering his time and generously and internationally; nationally, regionally, in connectingand knowledge others. Ken has fostered a culture of openness, honesty, and out-of-the-box thinking and out-of-the-box Ken has fostered culture a of openness, honesty, can be measured in UMS — a supportive that at professional environment team. UMS management tenure of the average part by the 21-year Welcome to this UMS performance! We are delighted that you are joining us you are delighted that are performance! to this UMS We Welcome staff for the UMS and family; is bittersweet season, a season that in our 138th following 30 years will retire Ken Fischer end of June, the at UMS President our and to of Michigan, of leadership and service to UMS, the University community. Thank You, Ken… Thank You, Thanks to thousands of generous individuals, families and businesses, the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan is a permanent source of community capital, dedicated to creating lasting positive benefit in our region. Through grantmaking, education and leadership on community issues, we help improve the quality of life for all residents of Southeast Michigan. cfsem.org. 1-888-WeEndow BE PRESENT

Table of Contents

7 WINTER 2017 SEASON CALENDAR 9 EDUCATION

13 HISTORY

14 WINTER 2017 LEADERSHIP DONORS

16 CORPORATE CHAMPIONS

23 FOUNDATION, GOVERNMENT, & UNIVERSITY SUPPORT

25 PEOPLE

33 GENEROUS DONORS

44 AD INDEX

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Bruckner Orchester Linz with Angélique Kidjo

Sarah Chang

Batsheva Dance Company

Snarky Puppy

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January March 1/7-8 Batsheva Dance Company 3/4 Jazz at Lincoln Center 1/12-14 Igor and Moreno Orchestra with Idiot-Syncrasy Wynton Marsalis 1/15 NT Live: Harold Pinter’s 3/9-11 Druid No Man’s Land The Beauty Queen of Leenane 1/19 Prague Philharmonia with Sarah Chang, violin 3/11 Beethoven’s Andrew Von Oeyen, piano Missa Solemnis 1/20 Meredith Monk & 3/16 Snarky Puppy Vocal Ensemble 3/17-18 Kidd Pivot and On Behalf of Nature Electric Company Theatre 1/21-22 Takács Quartet Betroffenheit Beethoven String Quartet 3/18 Steve Reich @ 80 Cycle, Concerts 3 & 4 Music for 18 Musicians

1/22 NT Live: The Audience 3/24 Mitsuko Uchida, piano WINTER 2017 1/29 Inon Barnatan, piano 3/25-26 Takács Quartet Anthony McGill, clarinet Beethoven String Quartet Alisa Weilerstein, cello Cycle, Concerts 5 & 6 3/29 DakhaBrakha February 3/30-4/1 Complicite 2/2 Bruckner Orchester Linz The Encounter with Angélique Kidjo 2/3 Estonian Philharmonic April Chamber Choir 4/1 Michael Fabiano, tenor 2/5 M-Prize Winner: Martin Katz, piano Calidore String Quartet 4/12 A Far Cry with 2/10 Budapest Festival Orchestra Roomful of Teeth with Richard Goode, piano 4/15 Sanam Marvi 2/18 Ping Chong + Company 4/21 King Sunny Adé Beyond Sacred: Voices of 4/22 Yo-Yo Ma, Edgar Meyer & Muslim Identity Chris Thile 2/19 Jelly and George 4/25 Handel’s Ariodante: Aaron Diehl and Opera in Concert Cécile McLorin Salvant y Ma 5/21 NT Live: Ibsen’s Hedda Gabler

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Education & Community Engagement

Educational experiences for everyone. WINTER 2017

Berliner Philharmoniker principal flutist Emmanuel Pahud leads a master class at the U-M School of Music, Theatre & Dance; photo: Peter Smith/UMS.

At UMS, our mission goes beyond performance. We want you to create, to explore, and to experience extraordinary new things. That is why we offer a fascinating lineup of artist Q&As, conversations, workshops, and interactive experiences, each designed to bring you closer to performance and creation, and to expand your comfort zone. If you want to experience something new, different, highly engaging, and eye-opening, we invite you to participate in events inside and outside of the theater.

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As longtime patrons of the arts, Honigman and its Ann Arbor attorneys are proud to support UMS.

For more information, please contact David Parsigian at 734.418.4250 or [email protected].

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EDUCATION Pre-Concert Lecture Series: Exploring Beethoven’s String Quartets

Saturday, January 21 // 7 pm Join Beethoven scholar and U-M Rackham Amphitheatre professor of musicology Steven Whiting 915 E. Washington St. for a series of lectures in conjunction Fourth Floor with the Takács String Quartet’s complete Beethoven cycle. Saturday, March 25 // 7 pm Michigan League In collaboration with the U-M School of Koessler Room Music, Theatre & Dance. 911 N. University Ave. Third Floor WINTER 2017

EDUCATION You Can Dance

Ever wonder what it’s Batsheva Dance Company like to be a dancer? Join Saturday, January 7 // 12 noon–1:30 pm dancers from each company Ann Arbor Y on the UMS season for 400 W. Washington St. beginner movement workshops exploring each Igor and Moreno of the company's movement Saturday, January 14 // 2-3:30 pm styles. No dance training Ann Arbor Y or experience necessary, 400 W. Washington St. and all levels, ages 13 and up, are welcome. Free, but Meredith Monk & Vocal Ensemble first come, first served until Saturday, January 21 // 2-3:30 pm studio reaches capacity. Ann Arbor Y Sign-up begins at the Y 400 W. Washington St. 45 minutes prior to the start of class. Kidd Pivot Saturday, March 18 // 2-3:30 pm Educational events are free Ann Arbor Y and open to the public unless 400 W. Washington St. otherwise noted.

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Tradition Builds the Future WINTER 2017

In our 138th season, we continue to showcase traditional performances alongside contemporary artists for an offering that is unlike anything available in the Midwest. UMS grew from a group of local members of the University and townspeople in the 1870s who gathered together for the study of Handel’s Messiah. Led by Professor Henry Simmons Frieze and conducted by Professor Calvin Cady, the group assumed the name The Choral Union. Many Choral Union members were also affiliated with the University, and the University Musical Society was established soon after in December 1880.

Since that first season, UMS has expanded greatly and now presents the very best from a wide spectrum of the performing arts: internationally renowned recitalists and orchestras, dance and chamber ensembles, jazz and global music performers, and contemporary stagework and classical theater. Through educational programming, the commissioning of new works, youth programs, artist residencies, and collaborative projects, we continue to strengthen our reputation for artistic distinction and innovation.

Hill Auditorium opening-night audience: May 14, 1913

13 Leadership Donors

We recognize the donors who have made multi-year campaign commitments of $100,000 or more during the last year.

BERTRAM ASKWITH (1911-2015) PATTI ASKWITH KENNER “The arts made a significant difference in my father’s life and in my life, too. My father wanted every U-M student to have the opportunity to experience the impact of the performing arts at UMS. This is why I am continuing to offer every first- and second-year student one free ticket — Bert’s Ticket — to introduce them to a cultural experience at Michigan and keep my father’s passion for the arts alive.”

MAURICE AND LINDA BINKOW “Our love of opera and the human voice, rivaled only by our affection for the Brooklyn Dodgers and Jackie Robinson, began nearly 70 years ago as teenagers in New York City. That’s why we are so pleased to create an endowment that will bring song recitals to UMS audiences for generations to come.”

STEVE AND ROS FORREST “As students, we benefited from low-cost student tickets, fostering a lifelong love of the performing arts. Our donation will help to ensure that affordable tickets will be available to today's students.”

ILENE FORSYTH AND KARL HAUSER “An endowment is a gift which keeps on giving forever, so it is rewarding to know — while we are yet living — that our gift will still be giving when we’re not here.”

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MAXINE AND STUART FRANKEL “We are delighted to partner with UMS for the sixth year of Renegade. Supporting Renegade programming allows UMS to provide experiences for the curious, adventurous, and experimental audience member — allowing us to challenge our existing beliefs and push our own boundaries.”

EUGENE AND EMILY GRANT “We are proud to support UMS and the many programs they offer University students. It is great to know that students will have access to the greatest performing artists from around the world. The arts are an important part of a Michigan education.”

DAVID LEICHTMAN AND LAURA MCGINN

“UMS is an inspiration — from the Big House of the Arts WINTER 2017 to the master classes taught to University students. This organization contributes significantly to the culture of Ann Arbor and to the University we love. We are pleased to support its mission.”

STUART AND LINDA NELSON “Our connection to the University of Michigan is through our grandson’s incredible experience as a student. We are dazzled by the array of cultural events available to everyone on campus and beyond. At the heart of this phenomenon is UMS, where Ken Fischer’s legacy will continue its magic long after his retirement. We feel privileged to participate in the UMS Endowment Fund in his honor.”

MAX WICHA AND SHEILA CROWLEY “We are delighted and proud to support UMS and the rich, diverse programs they offer each season. The arts play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life in our community, while bringing beauty and meaning to everyday life. UMS is a gem we treasure and will continue to do so, for many years to come.”

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We thank the following businesses for their commitments of $5,000 or more for the 2016–17 season.

ALICIA M. TORRES Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, Altarum Institute “The arts stimulate the mind and inspire creativity. Hence, we at Altarum are thrilled to support UMS and provide inspiring and enjoyable cultural opportunities for our team and our community. Altarum Institute serves the public good by solving complex systems problems to improve human health through objective research, technology, analysis, and consulting leadership skills.”

SCOTT DAWSON Vice President of Engineering, Arbor Networks “Ann Arbor is a thriving hub for both the arts and technology. With the arts playing such a critical role fostering innovation and creativity, we are delighted to support UMS this season.”

TIMOTHY G. MARSHALL President and CEO, Bank of Ann Arbor “We take seriously our role as a community bank. While there have been sizable cuts in arts funding over the years by both the private and public sectors, Bank of Ann Arbor is delighted to continue to sponsor UMS year after year. We are firm believers that the arts are vital to the vibrancy of our cities, both culturally and economically.”

ALMAZ LESSANEWORK Owner, Blue Nile Restaurant “At the Blue Nile, we believe in giving back to the community that sustains our business. We are proud to support an organization that provides such an important service to Ann Arbor.”

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LARRY BRYANT Ann Arbor Region President, Comerica Bank “As a company with a long-standing commitment to diversity and our community, Comerica is proud to continue its support of UMS. We salute UMS on its efforts to enrich our community by showcasing the talents of performing artists from around the world. Congratulations to the leader and best in the performing arts.”

CHRIS CONLIN President, Conlin Travel, Inc. “Conlin Travel has been a proud supporter of UMS for over 50 years. I will never forget attending one of my first UMS concerts in 1975, listening to Vladimir Horowitz perform Chopin, Rachmaninoff, Schumann, and others. UMS makes Ann Arbor the most vibrant cultural community in Michigan today.”

FAYE ALEXANDER NELSON President, DTE Energy Foundation WINTER 2017 “The DTE Energy Foundation is pleased to support exemplary organizations like UMS that inspire the soul, instruct the mind, and enrich the community.”

NANCY AND RANDALL FABER Founders, Faber Piano Institute “We are proud to support UMS in its tradition of program excellence and outreach that enriches our thoughts, our families, and our community.”

JAMES G. VELLA President, Ford Motor Company Fund “Experiencing the world through music and the arts makes us better as individuals while bringing us together as a community. We are proud to support UMS and the important role it plays in enriching our lives.” CMYK Form (preferred)

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Ford Fund Master File Format: CMYK.EPS Ford Oval: CMYK Text: Black 6/2003 BW.EPS Black Black DAVID N. PARSIGIAN Ann Arbor Office Managing Partner, Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP “In our firm’s tradition of supporting major cultural institutions, Honigman has been a long-time supporter of UMS. Our Ann Arbor office is proud to carry on that tradition on behalf of all of our attorneys, especially those who work and live in the Ann Arbor area. We all view the exceptional cultural experiences that UMS provides as key to the success of our community and our firm.”

JOHN AND JACKIE FARAH Owners, Imagine Fitness & Yoga “My wife Jackie and I share a deep devotion to our hometown of Ann Arbor and all the opportunities it presents. UMS is a huge part of this community. The programming that UMS offers is internationally recognized and Ann Arbor would not be the same without it. Imagine Fitness & Yoga is honored to support such a great organization and community.”

MOHAMAD ISSA Director, Issa Foundation “The Issa Foundation is sponsored by the Issa family, which has been established in Ann Arbor for the last 30 years, and is involved in local property management as well as area public schools. The Issa Foundation is devoted to the sharing and acceptance of culture in an effort to change stereotypes and promote peace. UMS has done an outstanding job bringing diverse and talented performers to Ann Arbor.”

ROBIN WEBER POLLAK President, Journeys International “Journeys International and UMS have a lot in common: we both provide opportunities for powerful and impactful experiences. Founded and based in Ann Arbor, Journeys has been crafting life- changing international travel adventures for nearly four decades. We are thrilled to support UMS and its programs that change people through the performing arts.”

JAMES HOFFMAN Michigan Market President, KeyBank “KeyBank remains a committed supporter of the performing arts in Ann Arbor and we commend UMS for bringing another season of great performances to the community. Thank you, UMS, for continuing the tradition.”

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MICHAEL CONLIN Director of Business Development, Level X Talent “Level X Talent enjoys supporting UMS and its ongoing success bringing world-class artistic talent to the community. Please join us in congratulating UMS. As with the arts, consistently finding and attracting exceptional talent in Advanced Technology can be difficult. Level X Talent partners with our clients to meet that challenge.”

DENNIS SERRAS Owner, Mainstreet Ventures, Inc. “As restaurant and catering service owners, we consider ourselves fortunate that our business provides so many opportunities for supporting UMS and its continuing success in bringing internationally acclaimed talent to the Ann Arbor community.”

KEITH ALLMAN President and Chief Executive Officer, Masco WINTER 2017 “Masco is proud to support UMS and salutes its commitment to providing excellent and diverse programs that spark a lifelong passion for creativity. Thank you, UMS, for allowing all of us to experience the transformative power of the performing arts!”

THOMAS B. MCMULLEN President and CEO, McMullen Properties “A Michigan-Ohio State football ticket is still the best ticket in all of sport. However, a UMS ticket always provides the best in educational and artistic entertainment.”

STEVE ARWOOD CEO, Michigan Economic Development Corporation “We are proud to support UMS, an outstanding organization bringing world-class artists to Michigan. By partnering with UMS to bring the Berlin Philharmonic to our state, we are showing once again the wide variety of offerings Michigan has that enhance our quality of life and help to make our state an amazing place to live, work, and do business.”

19 STEPHEN G. PALMS Principal, Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. “Miller Canfield proudly supports UMS for enhancing our quality of life by bringing the unfiltered immediacy of live performing arts to our community.”

TODD CLARK Regional President, Old National Bank “At Old National Bank, we’re committed to community partnership. That’s why, last year alone, we funded over $5 million in grants and sponsorships and our associates donated almost 100,000 volunteer hours. It’s also the reason we’re pleased to once again support UMS as a corporate sponsor for the 2016–17 season.”

RICHARD L. DEVORE Detroit and Southeast Michigan Regional President, PNC Bank

“PNC Bank is proud to support the efforts of UMS and the Ann Arbor community.”

TODD KEPHART Managing Partner, Retirement Income Solutions “With strong roots in the community for more than 30 years, our team of investment advisors is proud to support UMS. We salute Ken Fischer on his marvelous stewardship and applaud his team’s ongoing commitment to presenting authentic, world-renowned artists to the Ann Arbor community.”

SAVA LELCAJ Chief Executive Officer, Savco: Hospitality “One of Ann Arbor’s greatest assets is UMS, which brings amazing, best-in-class performances to our city season after season. Savco Hospitality is honored to support UMS and its mission of engaging, educating, transforming, and connecting the arts to our community.”

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JOE SESI President, Sesi Lincoln Volvo Mazda “UMS is an important cultural asset for our community. The Sesi Lincoln Volvo Mazda team is delighted to sponsor such a fine organization.”

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JOHN FITZPATRICK President, StoryPoint “At StoryPoint we strive to inspire and enable seniors to shine every day. Our mission to create the absolute best experiences does not end within our buildings; we aim to enrich the communities we serve. Music is a language that every person — young and old — understands and enjoys. We are proud to support UMS, who inspires our community through artistic expression and talented performers.”

JOHN W. STOUT President, Stout Systems WINTER 2017 “Supporting UMS is really a labor of love — love of music and the performing arts and love of arts advocacy and education. Everyone at Stout Systems knows we cannot truly be successful without helping to make our community a better place. It is an honor to be part of the UMS family.”

TOM THOMPSON Owner, Tom Thompson Flowers “Judy and I are enthusiastic participants in the UMS family. We appreciate how our lives have been elevated by this relationship.”

OSAMU “SIMON” NAGATA President, Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc. “Toyota Technical Center is proud to support UMS, an organization with a long and rich history of serving diverse audiences through a wide variety of arts programming.”

21 TIFFANY FORD President and CEO, University of Michigan Credit Union “The University of Michigan Credit Union is excited to launch ‘Arts Adventures’ with UMS and UMMA! With this endowment, we promote the celebration of the arts through amazing experiences and exceptional learning opportunities for the entire community.”

MARK SCHLISSEL President, University of Michigan “The University of Michigan is proud to support UMS as a natural extension of our academic enterprise. UMS’s outstanding performances and educational programs add tremendous value for our students, faculty, alumni, and regional community.”

MARSCHALL RUNGE Executive Vice President for Medical Affairs, University of Michigan, and CEO, University of Michigan Health System "We are proud to partner with UMS for its 2016–17 season. Music improves the quality of life for all of us, and, increasingly, is recognized as an important ingredient for better health.” Budapest Festival Orchestra

Iván Fischer Conductor

Richard Goode / Piano

Laura Aikin / Soprano Kelley O’Connor / Mezzo-Soprano Robert Dean Smith / Tenor Matthew Rose / Bass

UMS Choral Union Scott Hanoian / Music Director

Friday Evening, February 10, 2017 at 8:00 Hill Auditorium Ann Arbor

38th Performance of the 138th Annual Season 138th Annual Choral Union Series Tonight’s supporting sponsors are the Karl V. Hauser and Ilene H. Forsyth Choral Union Endowment Fund, Sesi Motors, and Jim Toy, in honor of Regent Laurence B. Deitch. As Regent Deitch concluded his 24 years of service as a U-M Regent in December, Jim Toy, longtime UMS concertgoer and founder of U-M’s Spectrum Center, wished to honor the outstanding service of Regent Deitch and his advocacy for the human and civil rights of all people with a gift that will support a UMS performance both this season and next. Media partnership provided by WGTE 91.3 FM and WRCJ 90.9 FM. The Steinway piano used in this evening’s performance is made possible by William and Mary Palmer. Special thanks to Tom Thompson of Tom Thompson Flowers, Ann Arbor, for his generous contribution of lobby floral art for this evening’s performance. The Budapest Festival Orchestra and Richard Goode appear by arrangement with Frank Solomon Associates and International Arts Foundation, Inc. Richard Goode records for Nonesuch. In consideration of the artists and the audience, please refrain from the use of electronic devices during the performance. The photography, sound recording, or videotaping of this performance is prohibited. PROGRAM

Ludwig van Beethoven Symphony No. 1 in C Major, Op. 21

Adagio molto — Allegro con brio Andante cantabile con moto Menuetto: Allegro molto e vivace Finale: Adagio — Allegro molto e vivace

Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Major, Op. 58

Allegro moderato Andante con moto Rondo: Vivace

Mr. Goode

Intermission

Beethoven Symphony No. 9 in d minor, Op. 125

Allegro ma non troppo, un poco maestoso Scherzo: Molto vivace — Presto Adagio molto e cantabile Presto — Allegro molto assai (Alla marcia) — Andante maestoso — Allegro energico, sempre ben marcato

Ms. Aikin, Ms. O’Connor, Mr. Smith, Mr. Rose, UMS Choral Union

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Ludwig van Beethoven Born December 16, 1770 in Bonn, Germany Died March 26, 1827 in Vienna

UMS premiere: Philadelphia Orchestra conducted by Saul Caston; May 1936 in Hill Auditorium.

Snapshots of History…In 1800: · The US Library of Congress is founded in Washington, DC · Christmas Day first becomes a public holiday on an international scale · President John Adams becomes the first US President to live in the Executive Mansion (later renamed the White House)

The energy with which the 22-year- was one significant lacuna in this list, old Beethoven threw himself however, and Beethoven began to fill into Viennese music life is truly it simultaneously with his work on the astounding. As he was leaving his Septet: he couldn’t fully be an heir native Bonn for Vienna in 1792, one of Haydn and Mozart until he wrote a of his patrons, Count Waldstein symphony. inscribed the following in the young There is certainly plenty of Haydn and man’s book of souvenirs: “With the Mozart in Beethoven’s first symphony, help of assiduous labor you shall finished a few months after his 29th receive Mozart’s spirit from Haydn’s birthday. But the young composer’s hands.” Thus, Waldstein became the originality is evident from every bar of first person to mention Haydn, Mozart, the music. Beethoven clearly took over and Beethoven in the same breath. where Haydn and Mozart had left off; The prophecy came true: Beethoven and if he remained within the Classical soon became the most talked-about symphonic framework established by musician in the imperial capital, his elders (something he would never equally famous as a composer and a do again in a symphony), he spoke the pianist, courted by the aristocracy and inherited language in such an individual admired by the public. way that no contemporary could fail to Beethoven’s first 20 opus numbers, notice the arrival of a major new voice published between 1795 and 1801, on the musical scene. cover just about every current genre The First Symphony was introduced of instrumental music: two piano at the Court Theatre on April 2, 1800. concertos; sonatas for solo piano, The program was made up entirely for violin and piano, for cello and of works by Haydn, Mozart, and piano; string trios, piano trios, string Beethoven; this was the first time the quartets, quintets, as well as the composers now known as the three Septet in E-flat which became the Viennese classics appeared together most popular of all his works. There on a concert bill.

4 Right at the beginning of his by its almost total lack of harmonic symphony, the indomitable young movement; this stasis contrasts with man made a gesture that has been the hectic pace of the main section. cited ever since as a sign of artistic The last movement starts with independence. The very first chord another delicious Beethovenian joke. of the symphony is one that, instead The theme of the movement, which of establishing the home key as starts with a fast upward scale, is born one would expect, immediately gradually before our eyes (or ears), destabilizes it and leads away from it. as the notes of the scale are piled This surprising opening gambit sets up, one by one, in a solemn “Adagio” the stage for a brilliant movement filled tempo. Once the top note of the with many more musical surprises. scale is reached, the tempo becomes The second movement, in a gently “Allegro molto e vivace,” and there is rocking 3/8 time, uses melodic never a moment of rest until the end. imitation and other contrapuntal techniques to build up its texture from unaccompanied violins to tutti. Haydn and Mozart left out the trumpets and kettledrums from most of their slow movements. Beethoven chose to retain them, but asked them something they were not often required to do, namely play softly. The pianissimo notes of the trumpets and timpani add an element of mystery. The third movement is called “Menuetto,” but its character is more that of a scherzo; in other words, it is not a dance but one of those witty, humorous fast movements that originated with Haydn but had acquired a special significance for Beethoven since his earliest Viennese works. Beethoven liked to base his scherzos on single musical gestures, often consisting of only two or three notes; the treatment of these gestures was full of surprises, sudden key changes, offbeat accents, and other unexpected events. This delightful movement is no exception. Scherzos also have contrasting sections called trios (as do minuets). The trio of Beethoven’s First Symphony is distinguished

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Beethoven

UMS premiere: Chicago Symphony Orchestra and pianist Wilhelm Backhaus conducted by Frederick Stock; May 1922 in Hill Auditorium.

Snapshots of History…In 1806: · The British occupy the Cape of Good Hope · The Lewis and Clark Expedition reaches St. Louis, Missouri, ending a successful exploration of the Louisiana Territory and the Pacific Northwest · Noah Webster publishes his first American English dictionary

The first three Beethoven concertos the many unexpected modulations in represent a gradual line of evolution, the movement leads to an expressive gradually moving away from the melody played pianissimo in the Mozartian models and culminating highest register of the instrument. in No. 5, the magnificent “Emperor” It makes use of notes that had only Concerto in E-flat Major. No. 4 seems recently been added to the keyboard; to fall outside that line. It is every bit as it is interesting to observe that revolutionary as the “Emperor,” which Beethoven contrasted the extremely it preceded by three years; yet its tone high range of the melody with a is characterized by a unique mixture left-hand accompaniment that is of cheerfulness and lyricism with extremely low. The effect is magical. occasional touches of mystery. The The second-movement “Andante first movement is gentle yet extremely con moto” is an impassioned powerful. The finale is playful and witty dialog between the piano and the yet has its dream-like moments. And strings that seems to cry out for a in between, there is an “Andante con programmatic explanation. In 1985, moto” that doesn’t resemble anything musicologist Owen Jander interpreted Beethoven ever wrote before or after the movement as “Orpheus in Hades,” the Fourth Concerto. with Orpheus pleading with the Furies The first surprise occurs in the of the Underworld for the life of his very first measure of the concerto. wife, Eurydice. Having won Eurydice The usual orchestral introduction is back, Orpheus broke his vow not to preceded by a piano solo consisting look at her during their way home and of a few simple chords played almost lost her forever. as if in a dream. The orchestra enters Jander supported his claims in a different key, eventually finding by some biographical evidence. its way back to G Major. From here on, An acquaintance of Beethoven’s, the succession of themes follows the composer Friedrich August Kanne, established conventions, but there are was working on an opera based on many irregularities in the tonal plan the Orpheus myth around the time and its harmonic elaboration. One of Beethoven composed his concerto.

6 Kanne, who wrote both the libretto and the score of his opera, included a passage where Orpheus and the chorus of the Furies alternate in one- line speeches very much in the manner of Beethoven’s piano-string dialog. He also represented the final tragedy in ways that, as Jander demonstrated, are comparable with the truly extraordinary effects in the second half of Beethoven’s movement. Beethoven used some special pianistic devices here that, like the high tessitura in the first movement, were first made possible by the new instrument for which the concerto was conceived. He instructed the pianist to play the entire second movement with the una corda pedal, that is, activating only one of the three strings available for each tone. Unlike modern pianos, the fortepiano of Beethoven’s time was able to produce a noticeable shift from one to two and three strings, and this shift greatly enhances the dramatic effect of the movement. In a gesture Beethoven was particularly fond of, the third-movement “Rondo” starts in the “wrong” key: for several measures, C Major is suggested before the “correct” G Major is established in a clearly audible tonal “switch.” The cheerful mood of the movement is occasionally tempered by more serious moments, but the ending, culminating in a vigorous presto, is one of the happiest Beethoven ever wrote. Like the first movement, the third makes room for a cadenza. Beethoven noted in the score: “The cadenza should be short.” In 1809, he wrote down an example of what he had in mind, perhaps at the request of his pupil, Archduke Rudolph, to whom the concerto was dedicated.

7 SYMPHONY NO. 9 IN D MINOR, OP. 125 (“CHORAL”) (1824)

Beethoven

UMS premiere: Chicago Symphony Orchestra with the UMS Choral Union, soprano Jeanette Vreeland, mezzo-soprano Coe Glade, tenor Arthur Hackett, and bass Theodore Webb, conducted by Frederick Stock; May 1934 in Hill Auditorium.

Snapshots of History…In 1824: · The first American fraternity, Chi Phi, is founded at Princeton University · The last surviving French general of the Revolutionary War, the Marquis de Lafayette, makes a tour of the 24 states in the US and is received by the populace with a hero’s welcome · Australia is officially adopted as the name of the country once known as New Holland

With the Ninth, Beethoven created concluding chorus of the latter begins more than a symphony. Almost as with the words Stürzt nieder, Millionen soon as it was written, the Ninth (Fall to your knees, ye millions) — a became an icon of Western culture close paraphrase of Schiller’s “Ode to for at least two important reasons. Joy,” the text Beethoven used in the Its message affirms the triumph final movement of the Ninth. TheChoral of joy over adversity like no other Fantasy is certainly the most direct piece of music has ever done. Its precursor of the “Choral” Symphony, revolutionary form, its unprecedented but let it also be remembered that size and complexity and, above all, Beethoven’s only opera, Fidelio, the introduction of the human voice contains another quote from Schiller’s in a symphony, changed the history of poem in its final scene: Wer ein holdes music forever. The work’s import and Weib errungen… (A man who has found the means by which it is expressed a gracious wife…). are both unique: each explains and The poem had preoccupied justifies the other. Beethoven since at least 1792: in Everything in Beethoven’s career that year, an acquaintance of the seems to have prepared the way for composer’s informed Schiller’s sister this exceptional composition. It is the that: culmination of the so-called “heroic style,” known from Symphonies No. 3 A young man…whose talents are and 5, among others. But it is also the universally praised…proposes…to endpoint of a series of choral works compose Schiller’s Freude, and indeed with all-embracing, cathartic, and strophe by strophe. I expect something solemn endings. The series began in perfect for as far as I know him he is wholly 1790 with two cantatas on the death of devoted to the great and the sublime. Emperor Joseph II and the inauguration of Leopold II, respectively; the (continued on page 11)

8 AN ODE TO MAGICAL THINKING by Doyle Armbrust

Maybe we need to try something else. These flags, these gods, these bumper Something drastic. stickers — their divisiveness dissolves Since the presidential election, I at the arrival of this splendid Daughter don’t know how it is over in your silo, of Elysium (a.k.a. Joy). And then the but in my silo I can’t seem to drown out clincher: all the partisan squabbling bleeding in from outside. Netflix bingeing has lost Every man becomes a brother, where thy its opioid effect and dinner with friends gentle wings abide. seems to inevitably funnel toward one topic. Engaging isn’t working Let that sink in for a moment. Consider and disengaging isn’t, either. It might the cable news pundit that makes you take a miracle for us to step out of our want to Clorox your ears when you hear respective trenches. them sermonize. Then consider a world Hang on to that thought for a second. in which you greet each other like My two-year-old can sing the one of those dog-seeing-its-enlisted- “Ode to Joy.” I mean, he’s not all, owner-after-a-tour-of-duty videos. It “Freude, schöner Götterfunken…” sounds absurd, but what, other than or anything, but he’s solid on the something radical, do we have left to try melody because Beethoven, at the at this point? apex of his genius, throws down a Having waited a full three movements fully scalar melody to deliver perhaps before introducing the chorus, his most poignant message to his Beethoven dishes us a snippet of each generation (in Europe, anyway) and to before the bass soloist admonishes, all future generations (of the classical “O friends, not these sounds…” The persuasion, anyway). And because creation of life from the primordial ooze there’s an incredible Muppets sketch of that is the “Allegro ma non troppo,” the Beaker multi-tracking the tune before haymaker of the “Molto vivace,” and characteristically electrocuting himself. the soothing allure of the “Adagio molto e cantabile” are not enough. If we’re going to stop screaming at each other, stop twitching for our holsters — in the composer’s Vienna or in our own republic — it’s going to take “songs full of joy.” Beethoven is even going to do a Jefferson Bible number on Schiller’s poem, cutting out politically-charged lines like “Safety from the tyrant’s What is that message? It certainly power” to make sure we don’t get can’t be reduced to “Come on, let’s all distracted by politics from the humanist get happy.” Joy, says Beethoven…er, utopia he’s pitching. Friedrich Schiller… “Your magics join It’s aspirational, for sure, but not again what custom strictly divided.” so naïve, it turns out. In his stirring

9 documentary, Following the Ninth, brotherhood is no less powerful for it. filmmaker Kerry Candaele traces the Now back to our shores. There was symphony’s reverberations in situations a fair amount of talk about “walls” far more desperate than ours. In Chile, in the recent election season, but General Pinochet locks up and tortures the one that actually materialized is political dissidents — in this case, the one currently carving us up into socialists whose elected government teams for the world’s least amusing he had overthrown in a military coup game of dodge ball. We can’t seem — and how did wives and partners of to count on mutual respect or zesty, these captives respond? By singing fact-based debate any longer. It’s time the “Ode to Joy” at the prison walls, for something unusual, absurd even. infiltrating a dark despair with hope. Or Something that will make you look over what about the standoff at Tiananmen at that gentleman in the row in front Square? There, the “An die Freude” of you, the one taking five full minutes was pumped like a pirate radio signal to unwrap his butterscotch candy, and through loudspeakers to revitalize think affectionately, “My brother.” It’s protesters in an impossible stalemate. going to take a leap of faith, and it’s Beethoven’s score did not, of going to require a killer soundtrack. course, resolve these conflicts. What Maybe you’re here tonight because it achieved was to reveal hope where you read something in the New Yorker hope seemed inconceivable. about the Budapest Festival Orchestra If sentient in 1989, your memories sounding pretty phenomenal with of the teardown of the Berlin Wall Richard Goode on the keys. Maybe may revolve around David Hasselhoff Beethoven is your jam. Maybe your date singing at the Brandenburg Gate, is, like, the LeBron James of planning a night out. Whatever the case, since this is probably not your first time experiencing the Ninth Symphony, may I suggest that tonight, you consider this piece beyond its entertainment value. What if we choose to buy into Beethoven’s magical thinking — that there is a joy so profound that it might just bring us back together? You know, sporting a particularly unfortunate in the spirit of trying something drastic. scarf. You may also recall, though, a rousing performance of the Ninth Doyle Armbrust is a Chicago- by Leonard Bernstein in which the based violist and member of the conductor would make the provocative Spektral Quartet and Ensemble Dal switcheroo of “Freiheit” (freedom) Niente. He is a contributing writer for the original “Freude” (joy). It was for WQXR’s Q2 Music, Crain’s Chicago the Cold War, so perhaps allowances Business, Chicago Magazine, Chicago must be made, but the visual of a Tribune, and formerly, Time Out Chicago. city — literally split by polarized political ideologies — reclaiming its

10 Thus, all musical and literary roads tender,” exclaimed: “Let us sing the converge in the Ninth Symphony. In a song of the immortal Schiller!” way, Beethoven was getting ready to In the end, the “song of the write this work all his life. The actual immortal Schiller” was set in a form compositional work took about a year far removed from the original “strophe and a half, from the summer of 1822 by strophe” notion Beethoven is through February 1824. supposed to have had back in 1792. Beethoven’s plans to set Schiller’s He adopted only four of Schiller’s “Ode to Joy” began to take a new eight strophes, freely repeating and shape in 1816–17, around the time rearranging the lines. (Schiller himself he received a commission for a had published a revised version of his symphony from the Philharmonic poem in 1803, and it is that version Society of London. At this point, he that Beethoven now used.) had two distinct compositions in mind The opening of the symphony, with — a new pair of symphonies similar to its open fifths played in mysterious Nos. 5–6 (1807–08) or 7–8 (1811–12), string tremolos (rapid repeated which had also been conceived in notes), has been described as pairs. But the Tenth Symphony never representing the creation of the progressed beyond a few sketches. world, as the theme emerges from The Ninth remained Beethoven’s last what seems an amorphous, primordial work for orchestra. state. There is an atmosphere of Even though Beethoven had long intense expectancy; the tension planned to set the “Ode to Joy” continually grows until the main to music, he long hesitated over theme is presented, fortissimo, by whether or not the last movement of the entire orchestra. It is significant a symphony was the proper place for that the mysterious opening is such a setting. After sketching the immediately repeated, as it will be choral finale, he appears to have had two more times in the course of the second thoughts and jotted down movement, significantly prolonging ideas for a purely instrumental last the sensation of suspense. The main movement, ideas he later used in his theme is moved into a new key the String Quartet in a minor, Op. 132. He second time, and into an unexpected felt that the introduction of voices one at that. The first movement needed special justification; the of a d-minor symphony normally difficulties he experienced in crossing gravitates upward toward F Major. this particular bridge can be seen Beethoven chose a descent to B-flat from the many stages the introduction instead (incidentally, B-flat will also went through in the sketches. At be the key of the symphony’s slow one point, for instance, the rejection movement). The “Allegro” follows of the themes from the first three the outlines of sonata form, but the movements was entrusted to a singer individual stages of that form do (not the cellos and basses as in not quite function the usual way. In the final version). The singer, after traditional sonata form (Mozart, for dismissing the “Scherzo” as Possen instance), the tensions that build (“farce”) and the “Adagio” as “too up in the development section are

11 resolved in the recapitulation. In the to one commentator, this ending Ninth Symphony, a tendency present suggests an “open-ended” form that in several works from Beethoven’s could “move back and forth between middle period becomes stronger than scherzo and trio endlessly.” In other ever: the tensions keep increasing words, we cannot at this point tell for to the end. The movement’s lengthy sure whether the final outcome will be coda contains some material of a tragic or joyful. highly dramatic character; it ends on First, there is one more stage to a climactic point, without a feeling of complete: the sublime third-movement resolution. “Adagio,” one of Beethoven’s most The first movement is followed by transcendent utterances. It has two a “Scherzo”; this order is unusual in alternating melodies: one majestic, symphonies, though not uncommon in the other tender. Each recurrence of chamber music. Beethoven refrained the first theme is more ornate than the from using the word “scherzo” preceding one while the second theme here, however, because the mood does not change. The movement is dramatic rather than playful. It is culminates in a powerful brass fanfare, based on a motif of only three notes, followed by a wistful epilogue. played in turn by the strings, the We are jolted out of this idyll by timpani (specially tuned at an octave what, in 1824, must have counted instead of the usual fourth), and as the most jarring dissonance ever the winds. The motif is developed written. Wagner referred to this in a fugal fashion, with subsequent sonority as the Schreckensfanfare imitative entrances — this fugal (fanfare of horror), and, at the opening theme appeared in Beethoven’s of the finale, it forcefully suggests that sketchbook as early as 1815. Through we have arrived at a point where all the addition of a second theme, previous rules break down. We can contrasting with the first, the scherzo no longer predict the future on the is expanded into a sonata-like basis of the past; what follows has structure of considerable proportions. absolutely no precedent in the history The trio, or middle section, switches of music. from triple to duple meter, and from In his book on the Ninth Symphony d minor to D Major, anticipating not (published by Schirmer in 1995), David only the key of the finale but the Benjamin Levy interprets the finale as outline of the “Ode to Joy” theme as a four-movement symphony in its own well. For the first time, we reach a right that mirrors the four movements haven of peace and happiness that of the Ninth Symphony itself (opening, foreshadows the finale. But for the scherzo, slow movement, finale). moment, the trio is brushed aside After the fanfare, Beethoven begins by the repeat of the dramatic “Molto the first of these sections by evoking vivace.” At the end, Beethoven the past: the themes of the first leads into the trio a second time, three movements appear, only to be but breaks it off abruptly, to end the emphatically rejected by the dramatic movement with two measures of recitative of the cellos and basses. octave leaps in unison. According The first two-measure fragment of

12 the “Ode to Joy” theme, however, is chorus introduce a new theme (Seid greeted by a recitative in a completely umschlungen, Millionen). If the “Ode” different tone as the tonality changes celebrated the divine nature of Joy, to a bright D Major. this melody represents the Deity in The “Ode to Joy” theme is first its awe-inspiring, cosmic aspect. played by the cellos and basses Whereas the first theme proceeded without any accompaniment. It is entirely in small steps, the second one subsequently joined by several is characterized by wide leaps; this countermelodies (including a sudden expansion in the dimensions particularly striking one in the of the melody conjures up a sense of bassoon) and finally repeated the infinite and God’s throne above triumphantly by the entire orchestra. the starry skies. Then the music suddenly stops and The last section begins with the the Schreckensfanfare unexpectedly two themes heard simultaneously returns, followed by the entrance of in what David Levy calls a “symbolic the baritone soloist who takes up the contrapuntal union of the sacred and last phrase of the earlier instrumental the profane.” The solo quartet returns recitative to lead into the vocal to the first strophe of Schiller’s poem; presentation of the “Ode to Joy.” once more, the music starts anew to As before, during the instrumental rise to new heights of joyful energy. variations, the melody grows and Three slow sections intervene to delay grows in volume and excitement until this final ascent; the second of these (at the words Und der Cherub steht vor (an adagio cadenza for the four solo Gott) there is a new interruption. singers) momentarily brings back The second major section of the memories of the symphony’s slow movement starts here, with the movement. But finally, nothing can scherzo-like “Turkish march” for stop the music from reaching a state tenor solo and a battery of percussion of ecstasy. After the last unison ‘D’ in instruments. It has been dubbed the measure 940, the journey is completed “Turkish march” because of a musical and there is nothing left to say. style influenced by the Turkish janissary bands popular in Vienna at the time Program notes by Peter Laki. (the same influence can be found in several works by Mozart, including the opera The Abduction from the Seraglio). The theme of the “Turkish march” is, of course, a variation on the “Ode to Joy” melody. This episode is followed by an orchestral interlude in the form of a fugue, also based on the “Ode to Joy.” The melody is recapitulated in its original form by the orchestra and chorus, and then the music stops again. In the third section (the “slow movement”), the men from the

13 TEXTS AND TRANSLATIONS Text by Ludwig van Beethoven and Friederich Schiller

O Freunde, nicht diese Töne! O friends, not these sounds! Sondern lasst uns angenehmere Let us sing more pleasant and more joyful anstimmen, und freudenvollere. ones instead!

Freude, schöner Götterfunken, Joy, beautiful divine spark, Tochter aus Elysium, daughter from Paradise, Wir betreten feuertrunken, We enter, drunk with fire, Himmlische, dein Heiligtum. Heavenly One, into your sanctuary. Deine Zauber binden wieder Your magic reunites what daily life Was die Mode streng geteilt, Has rigorously kept apart, Alle Menschen werden Brüder All men become brothers Wo dein sanfter Flügel weilt. Wherever your gentle wings abide.

Wem der grosse Wurf gelungen, Anyone who has been greatly fortunate Eines Freundes Freund zu sein, To be a true friend to a friend, Wer ein holdes Weib errungen, Each man who has found a gracious wife, Mische seinen Jubel ein! Should rejoice with us! Ja, wer auch nur eine Seele Yes, anyone who can claim but a single soul Sein nennt auf der Erden rund! As his or her own in all the world! Und wer’s nie gekonnt, But anyone who has known none of this, der stehle must steal away, Weinend sich aus diesem Bund. Weeping, from our company.

Freude trinken alle Wesen All beings drink of Joy An den Brüsten der Natur, At Nature’s breasts, Alle Guten, alle Bösen All good creatures, all evil creatures Folgen ihrer Rosenspur. Follow her rosy path. Küsse gab sie uns und Reben, She has given us kisses and vines, Einen Freund, geprüft im Tod, A friend loyal unto death, Wollust ward dem Wurm gegeben, Pleasure has been given to the worm, Und der Cherub steht vor Gott. And the angel stands before God.

Froh, wie seine Sonnen fliegen Happily, as his suns fly Durch des Himmels prächt’gen Plan, Across the sky’s magnificent expanse, Laufet, Brüder, eure Bahn, Hurry, brothers, along your path, Freudig, wie ein Held zum Siegen. Joyfully, like a hero to the conquest.

Seid umschlungen, Millionen! Be embraced, you millions! Diesen Kuss der ganzen Welt! This kiss for the entire world! Brüder! überm Sternenzelt Brothers — beyond the starry canopy Muss ein lieber Vater wohnen. A loving Father must dwell.

14 Ihr stürzt nieder, Millionen? Do you fall on your knees, you millions? Ahnest du den Schöpfer, Welt? Do you sense the Creator, world? Such ihn überm Sternenzelt, Seek Him above the starry canopy, Über Sternen muss er wohnen. Beyond the stars must He dwell.

15 Photo (next spread): The city of Budapest, Hungary; photographer: Zsolt Hlinka.

16 ARTISTS

The Budapest Festival Orchestra (BFO) in partnership with Müpa Budapest, one is one of the major success stories of the of the leading cultural institutions in international music scene, being rated Hungary. Opera performances, directed among the world’s top 10 orchestras. Its by Maestro Fischer, are also staged as key figure is music director Iván Fischer joint productions; following the highly- who, alongside Zoltán Kocsis, was one acclaimed renditions of Don Giovanni of the Orchestra’s founding fathers. The and The Marriage of Figaro, they recently BFO’s unique system works to encourage performed The Magic Flute. the artistic qualities of its musicians to Since 2014, the Orchestra has been blend together, forming an exquisitely dedicating itself to Community Weeks homogenous orchestral sound. Both of free concerts given in nursing homes, audience and critics alike acknowledge churches, abandoned synagogues, and the quality in the ensemble’s captivating child-care institutions. The Orchestra chamber music performances, as well as regularly plays to young audiences, the all-pervasive dynamism with which it including Cocoa Concerts for the youngest shares the joy of music making with the and “Choose Your Instrument” programs audience. for primary school children. They hold Over the decades, the BFO has presented frequent film competitions for secondary the Hungarian audience with such stars school students, while making efforts to as Sir Georg Solti — who until his death reach out to young adults too — not least was principal guest conductor of the BFO, through the highly successful Midnight as well as great musicians such as Yehudi Music series. Their innovative concerts Menuhin, Pinchas Zukerman, Gidon Kremer, include Dancing on the Square, one of Radu Lupu, Sándor Végh, Sir András Schiff, the Orchestra’s priority projects, which and Richard Goode. Maestro Fischer is as much about communal creativity, also makes great efforts to invite young, tolerance, and equal opportunities as it internationally-acclaimed musicians and is about music and dance. The autism- singers to perform for domestic audiences. friendly Cocoa Concerts are another of The Orchestra is a regular guest at the their major initiatives, providing a safe world’s most important music venues and environment for children living with autism concert halls, including Carnegie Hall and and their families alike. the Lincoln Center in New York, Vienna’s Over the years, the BFO has received the Musikverein, the Royal Concertgebouw highest accolades. In 2008, internationally- in Amsterdam, and London’s Royal Albert renowned music critics rated the orchestra Hall. They have repeatedly been invited the ninth best in the world. The Orchestra’s to perform at international music events albums have twice won Gramophone Awards, such as the Mostly Mozart Festival, the while their rendition of Mahler’s First Salzburger Festspiele, and the Edinburgh Symphony was nominated for a 2013 Grammy International Festival. Award. In 2014, the recording of Mahler’s The Orchestra’s famous Music Symphony No. 5 received wide acclaim, Marathons and its own Bridging Europe being awarded both the Diapason d’Or and Festival, focusing on the culture of a Italy’s Toblacher Komponierhäuschen for different nation every year, are organized “Best Mahler Recording.”

17 18 19 Iván Fischer (conductor) is the founder made him Chevalier de L’Ordre des Arts and music director of the Budapest et des Lettres. In 2006 he was honored Festival Orchestra (BFO), as well as the with the Kossuth Prize, Hungary’s most music director of the Konzerthaus and prestigious arts award. In 2011 he received Konzerthausorchester Berlin. In recent the Royal Philharmonic Society Music years he has also gained a reputation as a Award, Hungary’s Prima Primissima Prize, composer, with his works being performed and the Dutch Ovatie Prize. In 2013 he in the US, the Netherlands, Belgium, was accorded Honorary Membership to Hungary, Germany, and Austria. He has also the Royal Academy of Music in London. In directed a number of successful opera 2015 he was presented with the Abu Dhabi productions. The BFO’s frequent worldwide Festival Award. tours and a series of critically-acclaimed and fast-selling records, released first Richard Goode (piano) has been hailed for by Philips Classics and later by Channel music making of tremendous emotional Classics, have contributed to Maestro power, depth, and expressiveness, and Fischer’s reputation as one of the world’s has been acknowledged worldwide as most high-profile music directors. one of today’s leading interpreters of Maestro Fischer has guest conducted classical and romantic music. In regular the Berlin Philharmonic more than performances with major orchestras, 10 times; spends two weeks with recitals in the world’s music capitals, Amsterdam’s Royal Concertgebouw and through his extensive and acclaimed Orchestra annually; and as a conductor, Nonesuch recordings, he has won a large he is also a frequent guest of the leading and devoted following. US symphonic orchestras, including the Mr. Goode’s 2016–17 season features New York Philharmonic and the Cleveland appearances in numerous European Orchestra. As music director, he has led festivals, including the Edinburgh Festival the Kent Opera and the Opéra National and performances in London, Budapest, de Lyon, and was principal conductor Madrid, Stockholm, Antwerp, and Helsinki. of the National Symphony Orchestra in Other highlights include concerts in Washington, DC. Many of his recordings Hungary and a US tour with the Budapest have been awarded prestigious Festival Orchestra and Iván Fischer. His international prizes. He studied piano, recording with them of the five Beethoven violin, and later the cello and composition Piano Concertos has won worldwide in Budapest, before continuing his acclaim. Mr. Goode will also be heard education in Vienna where he studied in recital at Carnegie Hall and at major conducting under Hans Swarowsky. university and concert series throughout Maestro Fischer is a founder of the North America. An exclusive Nonesuch Hungarian Mahler Society and Patron recording artist, Mr. Goode has made more of the British Kodály Academy. He has than two dozen recordings over the years, received the Golden Medal Award from ranging from solo and chamber works to the President of the Republic of Hungary, lieder and concertos. and the Crystal Award from the World A native of New York, Mr. Goode studied Economic Forum for his services in with Elvira Szigeti and Claude Frank, promoting international cultural relations. with Nadia Reisenberg at the Mannes The government of the French Republic College of Music, and with Rudolf Serkin

20 at the Curtis Institute of Music. Mr. Goode Kelley O’Connor (mezzo-soprano) has served, together with Mitsuko Uchida, as emerged as one of the most compelling co-artistic director of the Marlboro Music performers of her generation. She appears School and Festival in Marlboro, Vermont, with many of the world’s foremost from 1999 through 2013. He is married to orchestras and has created meaningful the violinist Marcia Weinfeld, and when artistic relationships with such eminent the Goodes are not on tour, they and their conductors and directors as Gustavo collection of some 5,000 volumes reside in Dudamel, Iván Fischer, Louis Langrée, New York City. Donald Runnicles, Peter Sellars, Robert Spano, and Franz Welser-Möst. Her World-renowned American singer Laura discography includes Golijov’s Ainadamar Aikin (soprano) is a familiar presence and Lieberson’s Neruda Songs with Robert in the world’s great opera houses and Spano and the Atlanta Symphony, Adams’ concert halls performing with many of the The Gospel According to the Other Mary greatest conductors of our time, including with Gustavo Dudamel and the Los Angeles Daniel Barenboim, Sylvain Cambreling, Philharmonic, and Beethoven’s Ninth William Christie, Christoph von Dohnányi, Symphony with Franz Welser-Möst and the Iván Fischer, Daniele Gatti, Michael Gielen, Cleveland Orchestra. René Jacobs, Fabio Luisi, Zubin Mehta, Ingo Metzmacher, Riccardo Muti, Helmuth Since his spectacular debut at the Richard Rilling, Donald Runnicles, and Franz Wagner Bayreuth Festival in 1997 as Welser-Möst. Walther von Stolzing in Die Meistersinger, Her repertoire embraces works from Robert Dean Smith (tenor) has been the baroque to the contemporary. In great singing in the world’s leading opera demand in both Europe and America, she is houses and concert halls. An acclaimed a regular guest at the leading opera houses interpreter of dramatic and Heldentenor worldwide such as the Vienna State Opera, roles, his engagements in theaters and La Scala Milano, Deutsche Oper Berlin, concert halls around the world with the Opernhaus Zurich, Netherlands Opera, conductors Zubin Mehta, Antonio Pappano, Opéra National de Paris, Semperoper Christian Thielemann, Riccardo Muti, Dresden, Gran Teatro del Liceu Barcelona, Daniel Barenboim, Wolfgang Sawallisch, Opera Frankfurt, and Metropolitan Opera Pierre Boulez, Christoph von Dohnányi, New York. Bernard Haitink, Kent Nagano, and Daniele Highlights of the 2016–17 season Gatti confirm his status as one of today’s include Donna Anna in Don Giovanni at most renowned singers. the Deutsche Oper Berlin, Beethoven’s Mr. Smith had the special honor of Symphony No. 9 with the Budapest Festival singing the tenor solo in Beethoven’s Orchestra and Iván Fischer in New York and Ninth Symphony for the 125th anniversary Ann Arbor; as well as Hilda Mack in Henze’s of the Bayreuth Festival in August 2001, Elegie Für Junge Liebende in Vienna. at the Bayreuth Festspielhaus with the Festival Orchestra and Chorus conducted Possessing a voice of uncommon allure, by Christian Thielemann. Mr. Smith’s musical sophistication far beyond her recording on Arte Nova of Wagner scenes years, and intuitive and innate dramatic has been awarded the Orphée d’Or by the artistry, the Grammy Award-winning Académie du Disque Lyrique.

21 Born in Kansas, he studied at Pittsburg This season’s opera engagements (Kansas) State University with Margaret include the roles of Masetto, Leporello, Thuenemann, at the Juilliard School in New and Frère Laurent (La Bohème) at The York with Daniel Ferro, and with Professor Metropolitan Opera, Baron Ochs in Strauss’ Janice Harper in Europe. Like many dramatic Der Rosenkavalier at Covent Garden, and tenors, he began his career as a baritone Bottom in Britten’s A Midsummer Night’s and sang for several years in German opera Dream at the Aldeburgh Festival. Concerts houses. His excellent training and stage include Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 with versatility allow him to sing a wide variety the Budapest Festival Orchestra in the US, of operas and concert repertoire in many the Schubert Mass with the Deutsches different languages and styles. Symphonie-Orchester Berlin and Kent Recent engagements include Ariadne Nagano, Mahler’s Symphony No. 8 with auf Naxos and Madame Butterfly at the the London Philharmonic Orchestra and Metropolitan Opera, a production of Ariadne Vladimir Jurowski, and recitals at London’s auf Naxos under Christian Thielemann at the Wigmore Hall and New York’s Carnegie Hall. Festspielhaus Baden-Baden, Die Frau ohne Schatten at the Vienna State Opera, Die tote Formed in 1879 by a group of local Stadt in Bilbao, Tannhäuser and Ariadne auf university and townspeople who gathered Naxos at the Bavarian State Opera Munich, together for the study of Handel’s Messiah, Lohengrin at the Semperoper Dresden, the UMS Choral Union has performed Tristan und Isolde and Aida at the Opéra with many of the world’s distinguished Bastille in Paris, Die Frau ohne Schatten at orchestras and conductors in its 138- the Bavarian State Opera Munich, his debut year history. First led by Professor Henry as Otello in Oviedo, and Tannhäuser and Simmons Frieze and then conducted Fidelio at the Vienna State Opera. by Professor Calvin Cady, the group has performed Handel’s Messiah in Ann Matthew Rose (bass) studied at the Curtis Arbor annually since its first Messiah Institute of Music before becoming a performance in December 1879. Based member of the Young Artist Programme at in Ann Arbor under the aegis of UMS the Royal Opera House. In 2006 he made and led by Scott Hanoian, the 175-voice an acclaimed debut at the Glyndebourne Choral Union is known for its definitive Festival as Bottom (A Midsummer Night’s performances of large-scale works for Dream), for which he received the John chorus and orchestra. Christie Award, and he has since sung at The UMS Choral Union’s 2016–17 season opera houses throughout the world. He has began with its annual performances of sung under the baton of Sir Colin Davis, Handel’s Messiah at Hill Auditorium with Gustavo Dudamel, Sir Andrew Davis, Marc the Ann Arbor Symphony. In March, Scott Minkowski, and Antonio Pappano and is Hanoian will lead the chorus and Ann Arbor already a critically-acclaimed recording Symphony Orchestra in a performance artist, winning a Grammy Award for “Best of Beethoven’s Missa Solemnis at Opera Recording” for Ratcliffe in Britten’s Hill Auditorium, followed by a reprise Billy Budd. Other recordings include performance with the Toledo Symphony Winterreise with pianist Gary Matthewman and Stefan Sanderling in April at the Toledo and Schwanengesang with Malcolm Museum of Art’s Peristyle. Women of the Martineau (Stone Records). UMS Choral Union will join the Ann Arbor

22 Symphony Orchestra and Arie Lipsky in church’s Choir of Men and Boys, Choir of March for a performance of Debussy’s Men and Girls, the Christ Church Schola, Nocturnes, and will end the season in May the Christ Church Chorale, and oversees with performances of Beethoven’s Ninth the yearly concert series. In addition to Symphony with the Detroit Symphony and his work at Christ Church, Mr. Hanoian was Leonard Slatkin. the artistic director and conductor of the The UMS Choral Union was a participant Oakland Choral Society and has served on chorus in a rare performance and recording the faculty of Wayne State University. of William Bolcom’s Songs of Innocence As a conductor and organist, Mr. Hanoian and of Experience in Hill Auditorium in April has performed concerts throughout 2004 under the baton of Leonard Slatkin. the US and Europe. He has performed Naxos Records released a three-disc set of in evensongs and concerts throughout this recording in October 2004, featuring England, Scotland, Wales, France, Italy, the UMS Choral Union and U-M School of Ireland, and Australia. Highlights include Music, Theatre & Dance ensembles. The Wells Cathedral; Winchester Cathedral; York recording won four Grammy Awards in Minster; St. Paul’s Cathedral, London; St. 2006, including “Best Choral Performance” Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican; St. Patrick’s and “Best Classical Album.” The recording Cathedral, Dublin; Notre Dame Cathedral; was also selected as one of The New York and St. George’s Chapel, Windsor. Times “Best Classical Music CDs of 2004.” Before moving to Grosse Pointe, Mr. Other recent highlights include a Grammy- Hanoian was the assistant organist and nominated recording project with the assistant director of music at Washington U-M School of Music, Theatre & Dance’s National Cathedral where he played the choral and orchestral ensembles of a organ for many services including the state performance of the rarely-heard Oresteian funerals for Presidents Ronald Reagan Trilogy by Darius Milhaud conducted by and Gerald Ford. In addition, Mr. Hanoian Kenneth Kiesler. In May 2013, chorus directed the training choir and founded members joined the Detroit Symphony and and conducted Cathedral Voices, the Leonard Slatkin in a performance of Ives’s Cathedral’s volunteer service choir. Symphony No. 4 as part of Carnegie Hall’s Mr. Hanoian completed his graduate Spring for Music festival in New York. studies at the University of Michigan, Participation in the UMS Choral Union having received degrees in choral remains open to all students and adults by conducting, organ performance, and audition. church music. A student of Robert Glasgow, For more information on how to audition, Jerry Blackstone, and Theodore Morrison, please email [email protected], Mr. Hanoian accompanied and conducted call 734.763.8997, or visit several choirs and musical organizations www.ums.org/choralunion. at U-M in rehearsals, performances, and recordings. Mr. Hanoian attended high Scott Hanoian (music director, UMS school in northern Michigan at the world- Choral Union) is active as an organist, renowned Interlochen Arts Academy, accompanist, continuo artist, conductor, where he studied organ performance with choral adjudicator, and guest clinician. Robert Murphy. Mr. Hanoian has recorded As the director of music and organist at the complete organ works of Johannes Christ Church Grosse Pointe, he directs the Brahms for the JAV label.

23 BUDAPEST FESTIVAL ORCHESTRA

Iván Fischer / Conductor and Music Director Vladimir Fanshil / Assistant Conductor

Violin I Cello Trumpet Giovanni Guzzo Péter Szabó Zsolt Czeglédi Violetta Eckhardt Lajos Dvorák Tamás Póti Ágnes Bíró Éva Eckhardt Mária Gál-Tamási György Kertész Trombone Radu Hrib Gabriella Liptai Balázs Szakszon Erika Illési Kousay Mahdi Attila Sztán István Kádár Rita Sovány Justin Clark Péter Kostyál Orsolya Mód Eszter Lesták Bedő Timpani Gyöngyvér Oláh Double Bass Roland Dénes Gábor Sipos Zsolt Fejérvári Csaba Czenke Attila Martos Percussion Tímea Iván Károly Kaszás László Herboly Emese Gulyás Géza Lajhó István Kurcsák László Lévai Nikolai Petersen Violin II Csaba Sipos János Pilz Györgyi Czirók Flute Tibor Gátay Erika Sebők Krisztina Haják Anett Jóföldi Zsofia Lezsak Bernadett Nagy Levente Szabó Gabriella Nagy Oboe Antónia Bodó Nóra Salvi Noémi Molnár Nehil Durak Anikó Mózes Zsuzsa Szlávik Clarinet Erika Kovács Ákos Ács Rudolf Szitka Viola Ferenc Gábor Bassoon Ágnes Csoma Andrea Bressan Miklós Bányai Dániel Tallián Cecília Bodolai Sándor Patkós Zoltán Fekete Barna Juhász Horn Nikoletta Reinhardt Zoltán Szőke Nao Yamamoto András Szabó Csaba Gálfi Dávid Bereczky Joshua Newburger Zsombor Nagy

Staff Stefan Englert / Executive Director Bence Pócs / Tour Manager Ivett Wolf / Tour Assistant Róbert Zentai / Stage Manager Kathi Sándor / Technician Inga Petersen / Personal Assistant to Maestro Fischer

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This evening’s performance marks the third performance by the Budapest Festival Orchestra and the fourth performance by Maestro Iván Fischer under UMS auspices. The Orchestra and Maestro Fischer made their UMS debuts in February 1997 at Hill Auditorium in a program of Brahms and Bartók. The Orchestra most recently appeared in October 1998 with Maestro Fischer at Hill Auditorium with a program of Stravinsky and Bartók. Maestro Fischer most recently appeared under UMS auspices in February 2005 conducting the Orchestra and Choir of the Age of Enlightenment in a performance of Mendelssohn’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Hill Auditorium. This evening’s performance marks Richard Goode’s eighth appearance under UMS auspices, following his UMS debut in February 1969 in recital at Rackham Auditorium. Mr. Goode most recently appeared at UMS in recital at Hill Auditorium in April 2015. This evening’s performance marks the UMS Choral Union’s 435th appearance under UMS auspices, following its most recent UMS performances of Handel’s Messiah in December 2016 under the baton of Scott Hanoian. UMS welcomes Laura Aikin, Kelley O’Connor, Robert Dean Smith, and Matthew Rose, as they make their UMS debuts this evening.

26 MAY WE ALSO RECOMMEND...

3/4 Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis 3/11 UMS Choral Union and Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra: Beethoven’s Missa Solemnis 4/25 The English Concert with Joyce DiDonato: Handel’s Ariodante

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ON THE EDUCATION HORIZON...

2/16 Penny Stamps Speaker Series: Ping Chong (Michigan Theater, 603 E. Liberty Street, 5:10 pm)

3/18 You Can Dance: Kidd Pivot (Ann Arbor Y, 400 W. Washington Street, 2–3:30 pm)

3/25 Pre-Concert Lecture Series: Exploring Beethoven’s String Quartets (Michigan League Koessler Room, Third Floor, 911 N. University Ave., 7:00 pm)

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UMS Board of Directors WINTER 2017 The UMS Board of Directors is a group of elected volunteers devoted to the performing arts and to our community. Their hard work ensures that UMS is able to offer outstanding performances year after year.

Stephen R. Forrest Janet Callaway Jeanice Kerr Swift Chair Mark Clague Ann Arbor Public Schools Christopher Conlin Superintendent Sarah Nicoli Lisa D. Cook Vice Chair A. Douglas Rothwell Monique Deschaine Chair, Corporate Council Rachel Bendit Aaron P. Dworkin Secretary Tiffany L. Ford Stephen G. Palms Past Board Chair Tim Petersen Katherine Goldberg Treasurer Richard F. Gutow Bruce Tuchman Kevin P. Hegarty Chair, National Council Stephen Henderson Daniel Herwitz William Shell Timothy R. Johnson Chair, Advisory Committee Christina Kim James C. Stanley Donald L. Morelock Maxine J. Frankel Agnes Moy-Sarns Campaign Co-Chairs David Parsigian Martha E. Pollack Mark S. Schlissel Linh Song Gail Ferguson Stout Victor J. Strecher Karen Jones Stutz

25 UMS Senate The UMS Senate is composed of former members of the Board of Directors who dedicate time and energy to UMS and our community. Their ongoing commitment and gracious support of UMS are greatly appreciated.

Wadad Abed Walter L. Harrison Rossi Ray-Taylor Michael C. Allemang Norman G. Herbert John W. Reed Carol L. Amster Deborah S. Herbert Todd Roberts Gail Davis-Barnes Carl W. Herstein Richard H. Rogel Kathleen Benton David Herzig Prudence L. Rosenthal Lynda Berg Peter N. Heydon A. Douglas Rothwell Richard S. Berger Toni Hoover Sharon Rothwell Maurice S. Binkow Joel D. Howell Judy Dow Rumelhart DJ Boehm Kay Hunt Maya Savarino Lee C. Bollinger Alice Davis Irani Ann Schriber Charles W. Borgsdorf Stuart A. Isaac Edward R. Schulak Janice Stevens-Botsford Thomas E. Kauper John J.H. Schwarz Paul C. Boylan Christopher Kendall Erik H. Serr William M. Broucek David B. Kennedy Ellie Serras Barbara Everitt Bryant Gloria James Kerry Joseph A. Sesi Robert Buckler Thomas C. Kinnear Harold T. Shapiro Letitia J. Byrd S. Rani Kotha George I. Shirley David Canter Marvin Krislov John O. Simpson Kathleen G. Charla F. Bruce Kulp Timothy P. Slottow Mary Sue Coleman Frank Legacki Anthony L. Smith Jill A. Corr Leo A. Legatski Carol Shalita Smokler Peter B. Corr Melvin A. Lester Jorge A. Solis Ronald M. Cresswell Earl Lewis Cheryl Soper Martha Darling Patrick B. Long Peter Sparling Hal Davis Helen B. Love Rick Sperling Sally Stegeman DiCarlo Cynthia MacDonald James C. Stanley Robert F. DiRomualdo Robert C. Macek Lois U. Stegeman Junia Doan Jeffrey MacKie-Mason Edward D. Surovell Al Dodds Judythe H. Maugh James L. Telfer Julia Donovan Darlow Rebecca McGowan Susan B. Ullrich James J. Duderstadt Barbara Meadows Michael D. VanHermert David Featherman Joetta Mial Eileen Lappin Weiser David J. Flowers Lester Monts B. Joseph White George V. Fornero Alberto Nacif Marina v.N. Whitman Maxine J. Frankel Shirley C. Neuman Clayton E. Wilhite Patricia M. Garcia Jan Barney Newman Iva M. Wilson Beverley B. Geltner Roger Newton Karen Wolff Christopher Genteel Len Niehoff Anne Glendon Gilbert S. Omenn Patricia Green Joe E. O’Neal William S. Hann Randall Pittman Shelia M. Harden Phil Power Randy J. Harris John D. Psarouthakis

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UMS National Council The UMS National Council is composed of U-M alumni and performing arts enthusiasts across the country committed to supporting, promoting, and advocating for UMS with a focus on ensuring that the performing arts are an integral part of the student experience.

Bruce Tuchman Eugene Grant Caroline Nussbaum Chair Charles Hamlen James A. Read Katherine D. Hein Herbert Ruben Andrew Bernstein Patti Kenner James and Nancy Stanley Kathleen G. Charla Wallis C. Klein Matthew VanBesien Jacqueline Davis Jerry and Dale Kolins Christian Vesper Marylene Delbourg-Delphis David Leichtman Ann and Clayton Wilhite Janet Eilber Laura McGinn Barbara Fleischman Stephen R. Forrest Jordan Morgan Maxine Frankel Ex-Officio UMS Corporate Council The UMS Corporate Council is a group of regional business leaders who serve as advocates and advisors to UMS as we seek to broaden our base of corporate support throughout southeastern Michigan.

A. Douglas Rothwell Richard L. DeVore Sharon Rothwell WINTER 2017 Chair Nolan Finley Frederick E. Shell Michele Hodges Michael B. Staebler Albert Berriz Mary Kramer James G. Vella Bruce Brownlee David Parsigian Robert Buckler Stephen R. Forrest Vivian Pickard Robert Casalou Ex-Officio UMS Students Students in our volunteer internship and work-study program gain valuable experience in all areas of arts management while contributing greatly to UMS’s continued success. Maryam Ahmed Teagan Faran* Sean Meyers Jocelyn Aptowitz Isabel Frye Gunnar Moll Genan Bakri Taylor Fulton Westley Montgomery Madisen Bathish Daniel Guo Natalie Nye Tal Benatar Dayton Hare Emma Puglia Zoey Bond* Trevor Hoffman Rennia Rodney Sophia Brichta Olivia Johnson Jacob Rogers Linda M. Burns Sarah Kavallar Lindsey Sharpe Grace Bydalek Ayantu Kebede Heather Shen Liesl Collazo Meredith Kelly Joey Velez Claire Crause* Caitlyn Koester Diane Yang Kathryn DeBartolomeis Bridget Kojima Hyelin Yang Marko Divie Jakob Lenhardt Damaris Doss Ania Lukasinski *21st Century Artist Interns Jewel Drigo Shenell McCrary*

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William Shell Sharon Peterson Dort Daria Massimilla Chair Gloria J. Edwards Patti McCloud Susan Franke Beth McNally Zita Gillis Joan Grissing Terry Meerkov Vice Chair

Stephanie Hale Judy Moskus WINTER 2017 Arlene Barnes Allison Jordan Barbara Mulay Secretary Joan Kadis Magda Munteanu Wendy K. Zellers Carol Kaplan Jayne Nyman Treasurer Nancy Karp Marjorie Oliver Barbara Kay Betty Palms Louise Taylor Kendra Kerr Julie Picknell Past Chair Freddi Kilburn Anne Preston Karen Bantel Ye Na Kim Katie Przygocki Astrid Beck Susan Krueger Jeff Reece Corry Berkooz Russell Larson Kathy Rich Connie Rizzolo Brown Michael Lee Nan Richter Melissa Bruzzano Linda Fink Levy Arlene P. Shy Richard Chang Gloria K. Lewis Susan Snyder Mike Dergis Laura Machida Elena Snyder Jon Desenberg Katie Malicke Pam Tabbaa Susan DiStefano Rita Malone Janet Torno Annemarie Kilburn Dolan Valerie Roedenbeck Kirsten Williams Maloof

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ADMINISTRATION & EDUCATION & PATRON SERVICES FINANCE COMMUNITY Christina Bellows Kenneth C. Fischer ENGAGEMENT Associate Director of President James P. Leija Patron Services Director of Education & John B. Kennard, Jr. Katherine McBride Community Engagement Director of Administration Group Sales & Promotions Adam DesJardins Coordinator Lynette McLaughlin Education & Community Executive Assistant Scott Joy Engagement Assistant Ticket Services/ Jenny Graf Carvo Shannon Fitzsimons Moen Front-of-House Assistant Tessitura Systems Campus Engagement Administrator Anné Renforth Specialist Ticket Services Coordinator Patricia Hayes Teresa C. Park Financial Manager Anna Simmons Education Coordinator Assistant Ticket Services John Peckham Manager Information Systems MARKETING & Manager Willie Sullivan COMMUNICATIONS Front-of-House

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Assistant Conductor Lisa Michiko Murray PROGRAMMING & Associate Director of PRODUCTION Kathleen Operhall Development, Foundation & Michael J. Kondziolka Chorus Manager Government Relations Director of Programming Nancy Heaton Cindy Straub Jeffrey Beyersdorf Chorus Librarian Manager of Volunteers & Production Director Jean Schneider Special Events Alex Gay Accompanist Suzanne Upton Production Coordinator Scott VanOrnum Development Accompanist Communications Manager Anne Grove Artist Services Manager Mary A. Walker Campaign Director and Mark Jacobson Associate Director of Senior Programming Development, Major Gifts Manager Mary Roeder Programming Manager 31 Keep performing.

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Endowed Funds The success of UMS is secured in part by income from UMS endowment funds. You may contribute to an existing endowment fund or establish a named endowment with a minimum gift of $25,000. We extend our deepest appreciation to the many donors who have established and/or contributed to the following funds:

H. Gardner and Bonnie Ackley David and Phyllis Herzig Endowment Fund Endowment Fund JazzNet Endowment Fund Herbert S. and Carol Amster William R. Kinney Endowment Fund Endowment Fund Wallis Cherniack Klein Endowment for Catherine S. Arcure Endowment Fund Student Experiences Carl and Isabelle Brauer Endowment Fund Dr. and Mrs. Jerry Kolins Shakespearean Dahlmann Sigma Nu Endowment UMS Fund Endowment Fund Hal and Ann Davis Endowment Fund Frances Mauney Lohr Choral Union Endowment Fund Dallas and Sharon Dort Endowment Fund Natalie Matovinović Endowment Fund Doris Duke Charitable Foundation Endowment Fund Medical Community Endowment Fund John R. and Betty B. Edman Dr. Robert and Janet Miller Endowment Fund Endowment Fund NEA Matching Fund

Epstein Endowment Fund WINTER 2017 Ottmar Eberbach Funds Oscar Feldman Endowment Fund Palmer Endowment Fund Ken Fischer Legacy Endowment Fund Mary R. Romig-deYoung Barbara Fleischman Theater Music Appreciation Fund Endowment Fund Prudence and Amnon Rosenthal K-12 Stephen and Rosamund Forrest Student Education Endowment Fund Ticket Endowment Fund Charles A. Sink Endowment Fund Ilene H. Forsyth Endowment Funds for Herbert E. and Doris Sloan Endowment Fund Choral Union, Chamber Arts, and Theater James and Nancy Stanley Endowment Fund James Garavaglia Theater Endowment Fund Susan B. Ullrich Endowment Fund Anne and Paul Glendon Endowment Fund U-M Credit Union Arts Adventures Susan and Richard Gutow Renegade Endowed Fund at UMS Ventures Endowment Fund UMS Endowment Fund George N. and Katharine C. Hall Endowment Fund The Wallace Endowment Fund Karl V. Hauser and Ilene H. Forsyth The Zelenock Family Endowment Fund Endowment Fund Norman and Debbie Herbert Endowment Fund

35 MOZART BIRTHDAY BASH FIREBIRD Saturday, January 14 Saturday, March 18 8:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. Michigan Theater Michigan Theater

Special guest: Special guests: Alon Goldstein Anton Nel UMS Choral Union Women

VIVA L’ITALIA Sunday, May 7 4:00 p.m. Hill Auditorium

Rossini Semiramide Overture Verdi Opera Choruses from Aida, La Traviata, Nabucco, and Il Trovatore Tchaikovsky Capriccio Italien Respighi Pines of Rome

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Planned Gifts/Bequests We are grateful to the following donors for including UMS in their estate plans. These gifts will provide financial support to UMS for generations to come.

Anonymous Marilyn G. Jeffs Bernard and Raquel Agranoff Thomas C. and Constance M. Kinnear Mike Allemang Diane Kirkpatrick Carol and Herb Amster Dr. and Mrs. Jerry Kolins Neil P. Anderson Frank Legacki and Alicia Torres Dr. and Mrs. David G. Anderson Leo and Kathy Legatski Catherine S. Arcure Richard LeSueur Barbara K. and Laurence R. Baker Robert and Pearson Macek Rodney and Joan Bentz Susan McClanahan Kathy Benton and Robert Brown Griff and Pat McDonald Linda and Maurice Binkow Joanna McNamara Elizabeth S. Bishop M. Haskell and Jan Barney Newman Mr. and Mrs. W. Howard Bond Len Niehoff Mr. and Mrs. Pal E. Borondy Dr. and Mrs. Frederick O’Dell Barbara Everitt Bryant David Parsigian Lou and Janet Callaway Irena Politano Pat and George Chatas Eleanor Pollack Mr. and Mrs. John Alden Clark Mr. and Mrs. Dennis M. Powers Carl Cohen Mr. and Mrs. Michael Radock Alan and Bette Cotzin Marnie Reid

Mary C. Crichton Mr. and Mrs. Jack Ricketts WINTER 2017 Dallas and Sharon Dort Prue and Ami Rosenthal Penny and Ken Fischer Ellie Serras Susan Ruth Fisher Irma J. Sklenar Meredith L. and Neal Foster Richard W. Solt Thomas and Barbara Gelehrter Hildreth Spencer Beverley and Gerson Geltner Eric and Ines Storhok Dr. Sid Gilman and Dr. Carol Barbour Louise Taylor Anne and Paul Glendon Roy and JoAn Wetzel Thea and Elliot Glicksman Ann and Clayton Wilhite Debbie and Norman Herbert Max Wicha and Sheila Crowley David and Phyllis Herzig Marion Wirick Rita and Peter Heydon Mr. and Mrs. Ronald G. Zollar John and Martha Hicks Gideon and Carol Hoffer

How to Make a Gift UMS excites the imagination, sparks creativity, sharpens collaboration, inspires new ways of thinking, and connects us in ways that only the arts can. Your gift of any size will enable UMS to deliver world-class performances and create outstanding educational opportunities for our community.

Please send gift to: UMS Development 881 N. University Ave Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1011

For more information, please call 734.764.8489 or visit ums.org/support.

37 WGTE Public Media is: Television WGTE HD Create TV WGTE Family Radio WGTE FM 91.3 Toledo WGBE FM 90.9 Bryan WGDE FM 91.9 Defiance WGLE FM 90.7 Lima Education The Educational Resource Center WGTE Public Media was founded as an educational institution, and our educational The Early Learning and Outreach Center mission remains at the heart of what we do every day. wgte.org BE PRESENT

UMS Support The following list includes donors who made gifts to UMS over the past year between December 1, 2015 and November 30, 2016. Due to space restraints, we can only list in the UMS program book those who donated $250 or more. Donors of $1–$249 will be included in the online list at ums.org.

PRODUCERS Sesi Lincoln CONCERTMASTERS ($500,000 OR MORE) Nancy and James Stanley # ($5,000–$9,999) Eugene and Emily Grant Family Toyota Michael Allemang and Janis Bobrin Foundation Bruce G. Tuchman Carol Amster # University of Michigan Ron and Eileen Weiser Ann Arbor Automotive Max Wicha and Sheila Crowley Anonymous DIRECTORS Andrew and Lisa Bernstein ($100,000–$499,999) VIRTUOSOS Blue Nile Restaurant Anonymous ($10,000–$19,999) Gary Boren William Davidson Foundation # Jerry and Gloria Abrams Carl and Isabelle Brauer Fund in honor of Oscar Feldman Altarum Institute Edward and Mary Cady Ford Motor Company Fund and Ann Arbor Area Community Valerie and David Canter Community Services Foundation Cheryl Cassidy Ilene H. Forsyth # Essel and Menakka Bailey # Comerica Bank Maxine and Stuart Frankel Barbara and Daniel Balbach # Conlin Travel and Chris Conlin Foundation Bank of Ann Arbor Connable Associates Karl V. Hauser # Bendit Foundation Faber Piano Institute The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Maurice and Linda Binkow Nancy and Randall Faber Linda and Stuart Nelson # Carl Cohen John and Jackie Farah in honor of Ken Fischer Dennis A. Dahlmann and David and Jo-Anna Featherman University of Michigan Credit Patricia M. Garcia George W. Ford Union # Jim and Patsy Donahey includes gift in memory of University of Michigan Health Penny and Ken Fischer Steffi Reiss WINTER 2017 System Anne and Paul Glendon The children of Marian P. and The Wallace Foundation Susan and Richard Gutow # David M. Gates in their memory David and Phyllis Herzig Charles H. Gershenson Trust, SOLOISTS Joel Howell and Linda Samuelson Maurice S. Binkow, Trustee ($50,000–$99,999) Frank Legacki and Alicia Torres Katherine and Tom Goldberg Anonymous David Leichtman and Laura McGinn John R. Griffith Anonymous # McKinley Associates, Inc. Lynn and Martin Halbfinger Community Foundation for Thomas and Deborah McMullen Norman and Debbie Herbert # Southeast Michigan Ann R. Meredith Carl and Charlene Herstein Dance/USA Mr. and Mrs. Donald Morelock Honigman Miller Schwartz and Doris Duke Charitable Foundation THE MOSAIC FOUNDATION Cohn LLC DTE Energy Foundation (of R. & P. Heydon) Imagine Fitness & Yoga Stephen and Rosamund Forrest New England Foundation The Japan Foundation Patti Askwith Kenner for the Arts David and Sally Kennedy in memory of her father Sarah and Dan Nicoli Jerry and Dale Kolins # Bert Askwith (1911-2015) Old National Bank Samuel and Marilyn Krimm Gilbert Omenn and Martha Darling Ted and Wendy Lawrence MAESTROS Tim and Sally Petersen # Level X Talent ($20,000–$49,999) Eleanor Pollack # Richard and Carolyn Lineback Anonymous James A. Read Mainstreet Ventures Anonymous # Retirement Income Solutions Mardi Gras Fund Emily W. Bandera, M.D. Sharon and Doug Rothwell Martin Family Foundation # Noreen and Kenneth Buckfire Agnes Moy-Sarns and David Sarns Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, Barbara Fleischman # Jane and Edward Schulak P.L.C. in honor of Ken Fischer Dennis and Ellie Serras M. Haskell and Jan Barney Newman Barbara Garavaglia # Gary and Diane Stahle Virginia Nordby in memory of Jim Garavaglia Stout Systems Rob and Quincy Northrup KeyBank John W. and Gail Ferguson Stout Bertram and Elaine Pitt Masco Corporation Foundation Robert O. and Darragh H. Weisman Philip and Kathy Power Michigan Council for Arts and in honor of Allison Silber, Rosenberg Family Fund Cultural Affairs Class of 2017 in honor of Maury and Michigan Economic Development Marina and Robert Whitman Linda Binkow Corporation Ann and Clayton Wilhite Prue and Ami Rosenthal National Endowment for the Arts Fred and Judy Wilpon Savco Hospitality PNC Foundation Gerald (Jay) and Lois Stegeman Norma and Dick Sarns # Christine B. Zelenock # StoryPoint

# indicates that a donation was made to support a UMS Endowment Fund 39 David and Karen Stutz Sue Song Michele Derr The Summer Fund of the Charlevoix Cheryl Soper in memory of Ellwood Derr County Community Foundation Steve Sullivan and Erin McKean Dennis and Monique Deschaine Louise Taylor Judy and Lewis Tann Sally and Larry DiCarlo Jim Toy Shaomeng Wang and Ju-Yun Li Molly Dobson in honor of U-M Regent Elise Weisbach includes gift in honor of Ken Fischer Laurence B. Deitch Steve and Judy Dobson The University of Michigan Third PATRONS in honor of Ken Fischer Century Initiative ($1,000–$2,499) Jill and Doug Dunn Dody Viola Ronnie and Lawrence Ackman Peter and Grace Duren Stanford and Sandra Warshawsky Katherine Aldrich Dworkin Foundation Richard and Mona Alonzo Rosalie Edwards/ LEADERS Christiane Anderson Vibrant Ann Arbor Fund ($2,500–$4,999) Neil P. Anderson Johanna Epstein and Steven Katz Jim and Barbara Adams Ann Arbor Distilling Company Elly and Harvey Falit Michael and Suzan Alexander Anonymous Dede and Oscar Feldman Anonymous Dr. and Mrs. Rudi Ansbacher Food Art Arts Midwest Touring Fund Harlene and Henry Appelman Dan and Jill Francis John and Lillian Back Dr. Frank Ascione Judy and Paul Freedman Karen Bantel and Steve Geiringer Bob and Martha Ause Leon and Marcia Friedman Dr. Carol Barbour and Dr. Sid Gilman Elizabeth R. Axelson and Bill and Boc Fulton Bradford and Lydia Bates Donald H. Regan Luis and April Gago Rachel Bendit and Mark Bernstein Jonathan Ayers and Teresa Gallagher Beverley and Gerson Geltner Ronald and Linda Benson Laurence R. and Barbara K. Baker Zita and Wayne Gillis Suzanne A. and Frederick J. Beutler # Lisa and Jim Baker Heather and Seth Gladstein DJ and Dieter Boehm Rosalyn, Joshua and Beth Barclay Cozette Grabb in honor of Ken Fischer and in memory of Mel L. Barclay, M.D. Leslie and Mary Ellen Guinn Sara Billmann John and Ginny Bareham Kenneth and Margaret Guire # Charles and Linda Borgsdorf David and Monika Barera Roopa and Hitinder Gurm Bill Brinkerhoff and Kathy Sample Norman E. Barnett # Elizabeth and Robert Hamel Carolyn M. Carty and Thomas H. Haug Dr. and Mrs. Robert Bartlett Jeff Hannah and Nur Akcasu Anne and Howard Cooper Anne Beaubien and Phil Berry Randall L. and Nancy Caine Harbour # Julia Donovan Darlow and Cecilia Benner Larry Hastie John Corbett O'Meara in memory of David Lebenbom Daniel and Jane Hayes # Marylene Delbourg-Delphis Kathy Benton and Robert Brown David W. Heleniak Sharon and Dallas Dort Rosemary R. Berardi and Sivana Heller John Dryden and Diana Raimi Carolyn R. Zaleon Paul and Nancy Hillegonds # Charles and Julia Eisendrath # Marc Bernstein and Jennifer Lewis Diane S. Hoff Joan and Emil Engel Sara Billmann and Jeffrey Kuras Robert M. and Joan F. Howe Betsy Foxman and Michael Boehnke Joan Binkow Jean Jacobson Sara and Michael Frank John Blankley and Maureen Foley Hudson Webber Foundation Thomas and Barbara Gelehrter Margaret and Howard Bond Eileen and Saul Hymans Bill and Ruth Gilkey Rebecca S. Bonnell Wallie and Janet Jeffries Clifford and Alice Hart Laurence and Grace Boxer Liz Johnson Timothy and Jo Wiese Johnson Dr. and Mrs. Ralph R. Bozell Mary K. Joscelyn James and Patricia Kennedy Nancy M. Briggs Richard and Sylvia Kaufman Diane Kirkpatrick in memory of Dale E. Briggs James A. Kelly and Mariam C. Noland Philip Klintworth Steve and Rebecca Brown Janet Kemink and Rodney Smith, MD Jean and Arnold Kluge Robert and Jeannine Buchanan Connie and Tom Kinnear Leo and Kathy Legatski Tom and Lori Buiteweg Carolyn and Jim Knake Carolyn and Paul Lichter Lawrence and Valerie Bullen Michael J. Kondziolka and Jean E. Long in honor of Ken Fischer Mathias-Philippe Badin Tim and Lisa Lynch Charles and Joan Burleigh Barbara and Michael Kratchman Ernest and Adele McCarus Barbara and Al Cain Gary and Barbara Krenz Doug and Cate McClure Lou and Janet Callaway includes gift in honor of Ken Fischer Paul Morel and Linda Woodworth Sally Camper and Bob Lyons Donald and Jeanne Kunz William Nolting and Donna Parmelee Thomas and Marilou Capo John K. Lawrence and Steve and Betty Palms Jean and Ken Casey Jeanine A. DeLay# Elizabeth and David Parsigian Anne Chase Richard LeSueur Susan Pollans and Alan Levy Patricia Chatas Evie and Allen Lichter Rick and Mary Price Cheryl and Brian Clarkson E. Daniel and Kay Long # James and Bonnie Reece Deborah Keller-Cohen and Fran Lyman John W. Reed Evan Cohen John and Cheryl MacKrell Anthony L. Reffells Ellen and Hubert Cohen Edwin and Cathy Marcus Nathaniel and Melody Rowe Roger and Midge Cone Betsy Yvonne Mark Herbert and Ernestine Ruben Connie and Jim Cook W. Harry Marsden Craig and Jan Ruff Christopher Dahl and Ruth Rowse Ann W. Martin and Russ Larson Frankie and Scott Simonds in honor of Ken Fischer Howard L. Mason Susan M. Smith and Robert H. Gray Timothy and Robin Damschroder Mary M. Matthews Linh and Dug Song Charles and Kathleen Davenport # Jerry A. and Deborah Orr May #

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W. Joseph McCune and Ann Arbor Public Schools in memory of Wendy Comstock Georgiana M. Sanders Anonymous Larry and Martha Gray Griff and Pat McDonald Anonymous John and Renee Greden Margaret McKinley and Dan Ketelaar in honor of Jean Campbell Dr. Patricia P. Green Michael and Terrie McLauchlan # Sandy and Charlie Aquino Raymond Grew Scott and Julie Merz Penny and Arthur Ashe Nicki Griffith Bert and Kathy Moberg Ralph and Barbara Babb # Werner H. Grilk Elizabeth and John Moje John and Christie Bacon Arthur Gulick Cyril Moscow Mary and Al Bailey Julie and Hanley Gurwin Mullick Foundation Reg and Pat Baker Talbot and Jan Hack John and Ann Nicklas Nancy Barbas and Jonathan Sugar Don Haefner and Cynthia Stewart Susan and Mark Orringer # Astrid B. Beck Helen C. Hall Judith A. Pavitt Lawrence S. Berlin and Steven and Sheila Hamp Pfizer Foundation Jean L. McPhail William and Kathleen Hanson Marianne Udow-Phillips and Jack Billi and Sheryl Hirsch Alan Harnik and Professor Gillian Bill Phillips William and Ilene Birge Feeley-Harnik Juliet S. Pierson Ron and Mimi Bogdasarian David Harris Stephen and Bettina Pollock R.M. Bradley and C.M. Mistretta Mark and Lorna Hildebrandt Ray and Ginny Reilly Brian Bradley and Timothy Hofer and Valerie Kivelson Malverne Reinhart Rosalie Tocco-Bradley Kay Holsinger and Douglas C. Wood Guy and Kathy Rich Joel Bregman and Elaine Pomeranz Jim and Colleen Hume Richard and Susan Rogel Charles Bright and Susan Crowell Ann D. Hungerman Huda Karaman Rosen David and Sharon Brooks Harold L. Ingram Jeri Rosenberg and Vic Strecher Melvin Brown Richard and Suzette Isackson Keith and Sue Rottman Pamela Brown isciences, L.L.C. John J. H. Schwarz Susan and Oliver Cameron Gretchen and John Jackson Erik and Carol Serr Brent and Valerie Carey Elizabeth Jahn Janet Shatusky Jack and Susan Carlson Joachim Janecke Carl Simon and Bobbi Low A. Craig Cattell in memory of Christa Janecke Nancy and Brooks Sitterley Tsun and Siu Ying Chang Feng Jiang and Lydia Qiu Michael Sivak and Enid Wasserman Samuel and Roberta Chappell Mark and Linda Johnson # Ren and Susan Snyder John and Camilla Chiapuris Mattias Jonsson and Tamar Springer and Steve Stancroff Reginald and Beverly Ciokajlo Johanna Eriksson WINTER 2017 Michael B. Staebler and Judy and Malcolm Cohen Mark and Madolyn Kaminski Jennifer R. Poteat Jon Cohn and Daniela Wittmann Don and Sue Kaul Ted St. Antoine Barbara Comai Barbara Kay Virginia E. Stein David and Barbara Copi David and Gretchen Kennard Eric and Ines Storhok Arnold and Susan Coran Robert and Gloria Kerry Dalia and Stan Strasius Paul Courant and Marta Manildi Rhea K. Kish Charlotte B. Sundelson Katherine and Clifford Cox Dana and Paul Kissner in honor of Kenneth Fischer Mac and Nita Cox Jane Fryman Laird Ted and Eileen Thacker Clifford and Laura Craig # James Leija and Aric Knuth Keturah Thunder-Haab John and Mary Curtis Joan and Melvyn Levitsky Louise Townley Roderick and Mary Ann Daane Marty and Marilyn Lindenauer Jeff and Lisa Tulin-Silver Connie D'Amato in honor of Ken Fischer Susan B. Ullrich # David L. DeBruyn Daniel Little and Bernadette Lintz Robert and Cynthia VanRenterghem David Deromedi Rod and Robin Little Jack and Marilyn van der Velde Andrzej and Cynthia Dlugosz William and Lois Lovejoy Bob and Liina Wallin Gary Dolce and Karen Yamada Joan Lowenstein and Harvey and Robin Wax Alan S. Eiser Jonathan Trobe # Max and Mary Wisgerhof Bruce N. and Cheryl W. Elliott Louise and David Lutton Jack and Carolyn Wallace Margaret and John Faulkner Brigitte Maassen Joyce Watson and Marty Warshaw Carol Finerman William and Jutta Malm Karl and Karen Weick Susan R. Fisher Melvin and Jean Manis Edward and Colleen Weiss Esther Floyd Susan E. Martin Lauren and Gareth Williams Tiffany and Damon Ford Judythe and Roger Maugh Charles Witke and Aileen Gatten David Fox and Paula Bockenstedt Olivia Maynard and Olof Karlstrom The Worsham Family Foundation Susan L. Froelich and Martha Mayo and Irwin Goldstein Richard E. Ingram Susan McClanahan and BENEFACTORS Sandra Gast and Greg Kolecki Bill Zimmerman ($500–$999) Chris Genteel and Dara Moses James H. McIntosh and Judith Abrams Julia and Mark Gerstein Elaine K. Gazda Tena Achen in honor of Evan Gerstein's Bill and Ginny McKeachie Jan and Sassa Akervall graduation Frances McSparran Roger Albin and Nili Tannenbaum David and Maureen Ginsburg # Bernice and Herman Merte James and Catherine Allen Steve Glauberman and Mary Lee Meyer Christine W. Alvey Margaret Schankler James M. Miller and David Ammer and Nell Duke Google Inc. Rebecca H. Lehto David G. and Joan M. Anderson # L.A. Peter Gosling, Linda Y.C. Lim Gene and Lois Miller # Dave and Katie Andrea and Mya L. Gosling Lester and Jeanne Monts

# indicates that a donation was made to support a UMS Endowment Fund 41 Kara and Lewis Morgenstern Barbara A. Anderson Kay Felt Lisa and Steve Morris John Anderson and Lyn McHie Jeff Fessler and Sue Cutler Drs. Louis Nagel and Catherine M. Andrea Herschel and Adrienne Fink Julie Jaffee Nagel Ralph and Elaine Anthony C. Peter and Beverly A. Fischer Margaret Nance Lisa and Scott Armstrong Martha Fischer and William Lutes Erika Nelson and David Wagener Michael Atzmon in honor of Kenneth C. Fischer Thomas and Barbara Nelson Robert and Mary Baird Norman and Jeanne Fischer Marc Neuberger and Jane Forman Barbara M Barclay Catherine L. Fischer Marylen S. Oberman Frank and Lindsay Tyas Bateman Carol and Mitch Fleischer Elizabeth Ong Gary Beckman and Karla Taylor Jessica Fogel and Lawrence Weiner Zoe and Joe Pearson Christina Bellows and Joe Alberts Scott and Janet Fogler Wesen and William Peterson Emile Bendit Christopher Friese Diana and Bill Pratt Merete B. Bengtsson Philip and Renée Woodten Frost Wallace and Barbara Prince Christy and Barney Bentgen Joseph E. Fugere and Quest Productions Joan Bentz Marianne C. Mussett Cynthia and Cass Radecki Lynda W. Berg in honor of Kenneth C. Fischer Harold K. Raisler Foundation, Inc. Barbara and Sheldon Berry Carol Gagliardi and David Flesher Jessica C. Roberts, PhD # Inderpal and Martha Bhatia Stephen Gallagher Doug and Nancy Roosa Mary E. Black Enid Galler Stephanie Rosenbaum Bobbie and Donald Blitz Janet and Charles Garvin Richard and Edie Rosenfeld Mr. Mark D. Bomia Heather Gates Nancy W. Rugani # Morton B. and Raya Brown in memory of David Gates Ashish and Norma Sarkar Jonathan and Trudy Bulkley Michael Gatti and Lisa Murray Maya Savarino Alan Burg and Kenneth Hillenburg Prof. Beth Genne and Ann and Tom Schriber Jim and Cyndi Burnstein Prof. Allan Gibbard John Scudder and Regan Knapp Tony and Jane Burton Renate Gerulaitis # Elvera Shappirio Jenny and Jim Carpenter Francie Gibbons Bruce M. Siegan Barbara Mattison Carr J. Martin and Tara Gillespie Eleanor Singer Margaret W. (Peggy) Carroll Thea Glicksman Barbara Furin Sloat MJ Cartwright and Tom Benedetti Drs. Vijay and Sara Goburdhun Cynthia Sorensen Jenny Graf Carvo Barbara and Fred Goldberg Becki Spangler and Peyton Bland Angela Cesere and Rob Thomas Mr. and Mrs. Charles and Janet Goss # Gretta Spier and Jonathan Rubin J. Wehrley and Patricia Chapman Michael L. Gowing Allan and Marcia Stillwagon Joan and Mark Chesler Christopher and Elaine Graham Jannifer Stromberg Mark Clague and Laura Jackson Jerry M. and Mary K. Gray Eva Taylor Elke Monika Clark Elliott Greenberg and Gayle Harte Stephanie Teasley and Thomas Finholt Donald and Astrid Cleveland # Richard and Linda Greene Doris H. Terwilliger Hilary U. Cohen Michael Hammer and Matthew Dolan John G. Topliss Wayne and Melinda Colquitt Tom Hammond Joyce Urba and David Kinsella Anne and Edward Comeau Drs. Erik and Dina Hanby Douglas and Andrea Van Houweling Gordon and Marjorie Comfort Susan R. Harris Erica Ward and Ralph Gerson Dr. Lisa D. Cook Michael and Nikki Hathaway Arthur and Renata Wasserman Jane Wilson Coon and A. Rees Midgley Neil and Annmarie Hawkins Richard and Madelon Weber # Mrs. Katharine Cosovich J. Lawrence Henkel and Deborah Webster and George Miller Margaret Cottrill and Jon Wolfson Jacqueline Stearns Edward and Colleen Weiss Susan Bozell Craig Dr. and Mrs. Robert Hensinger Carol and John Welsch Marylee Dalton and Lynn Drickamer Therese and Alfred Hero Lyndon Welch Art and Lyn Powrie Davidge Kathryn Goodson and John Hieftje in memory of Angela Welch in memory of Gwen and Gideon and Carol Hoffer Steven Werns Emerson Powrie Carol and Dieter Hohnke # Kathy White # Ed and Ellie Davidson Paul Hossler and Charlene Bignall James Boyd White and Mary F. White Linda Davis and Bob Richter James S. House and Iris and Fred Whitehouse in honor of Ken Fischer Wendy Fisher House # Brian Willen and Monica Hakimi HE Dean Elizabeth Jahn Thomas K. Wilson Brian and Margaret Delaney Hank and Karen Jallos Dr. Robert Winfield # Elena and Nicholas Delbanco Lawrence and Ruth Jones # Beth and I. W. Winsten Richard I. DeVries Janet and Jerry Joseph Lawrence and Mary Wise Robert Donia Don and Nancy Kaegi Kenneth Wisinski and Robert J. Donnellan Carol and Mark Kaplan Linda Dintenfass Ed and Mary Durfee Steven Kautz Drs. Margo and Douglas Woll Don and Kathy Duquette John Kennard and Debbi Carmody Frances A. Wright # Swati Dutta Nancy Keppelman and Mary Jean and John Yablonky Gavin Eadie and Barbara Murphy Michael E. Smerza Thomas and Karen Zelnik James F. Eder Bonnie and Robert Kidd Gloria J. Edwards Dan and Freddi Kilburn ASSOCIATES Morgan and Sally Edwards Laurence King and Robyn Frey-King ($250–$499) Charles and Julie Ellis Web and Betty Kirksey Dr. Diane M. Agresta Ruth Edwards Michael Koen Gordon and Carol Allardyce Beverly and Michael Fauman Rosalie and Ron Koenig Helen and David Aminoff Phil and Phyllis Fellin Ann Marie Kotre

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Mary L. Kramer # Karen Park and John Beranek Cynthia Straub Syma and Phil Kroll Brian and Julie Picknell John F. Strobel and Bert and Geraldine Kruse Robert and Mary Ann Pierce Christine M. Tracy Lawrence La Fountain-Stokes Mark and Margaret Pieroni Elizabeth Stumbo and David Lampe and Susan Rosegrant Donald and Evonne Plantinga Stephan Taylor Lucy and Kenneth Langa Joyce Plummer Roger Stutesman Linda M. Langer Tom Porter Nancy Bielby Sudia Jean A. Lawton and James H. Ellis Anne Preston # Rich and Diane Sullivan John and Theresa Lee Karen and Berislav Primorac Ed and Natalie Surovell Sue Leong Jeff and Katie Reece Brian and Lee Talbot John Lesko and Judith Roberts Sandy Talbott and Mark Lindley Suzanne Schluederberg Kathryn Robine and Kevin Kerber May Ling Tang Barbara Levine Ernest Robles Michael and Ellen Taylor Adam and Sonia Lewenberg Jonathan and Anala Rodgers William Tennant Gloria Kitto Lewis Stephen Rosenblum and Denise Thal and David Scobey Jacqueline Lewis Rosalyn Sarver Nigel and Jane Thompson Michael and Debra Lisull Jean Rowan Tom and Judy Thompson Len and Betty Lofstrom Rosemarie Haag Rowney Patricia J. Tompkins John Lofy and Laura Rubin Carol Rugg and in memory of Terril O. Tompkins Shuyu Long Richard Montmorency Janet and Randall Torno Barbara and Michael Lott Mary Ann Rumler includes gift in memory of Christopher Lovasz Irv and Trudy Salmeen Wendy Comstock Jimena Loveluck and Michael and Kimm Sarosi Barbara Torzewski Timothy Veeser The Saturno Family Fawwaz Ulaby and Marilyn and Frode Maaseidvaag in honor of Ken Fischer Jean Cunningham Martin and Jane Maehr Albert J. and Jane L. Sayed Beaumont Vance Geraldine and Sheldon Markel Judith Scanlon Karla and Hugo Vandersypen Ken and Lynn Marko Helga and Jochen Schacht Mary C. Vandewiele Charles McCaghy Betina Schlossberg James and Barbara Varani Margaret and Harris McClamroch David Schmidt and Jane Myers Elizabeth A. and David C. Walker Cynthia McClung David Schoem Charles R. and Peggy McCracken and Suzanne Selig Barbara Hertz Wallgren Doug Anderson Harriet Selin # Jo Ann Ward WINTER 2017 Daniel and Carol McDonnell James and Linda Selwa # Karen Watanabe and Richard Cheng Joanna McNamara Theodore T. Serafin MaryLinda and Larry Webster Margaret McQuillan-Key in honor of Ken Fischer Bruce and Loraine Webster Marilyn Meeker Matthew Shapiro and Susan Garetz Richard and Lucinda Weiermiller Gerlinda S. Melchiori Cliff and Ingrid Sheldon Jack and Carol Weigel Warren and Hilda Merchant Bill and Chris Shell Neal and Susan Weinberg Carmen and Jack Miller Patrick and Carol Sherry Charles Werney Gene and Lois Miller Howard and Aliza Shevrin Mary Ann Whipple # John and Sally Mitani Jean and Thomas Shope Mac and Rosanne Whitehouse Candy and Andy Mitchell Nina Silbergleit Steve and Peg Wilcox Melinda Morris Edward and Kathy Silver Thomas Wilczak and Brian and Jacqueline Morton Sandy and Dick Simon Steven Quinkert Trevor Mudge and Robert and Elaine Sims in honor of Garrett Kucharski, Janet Van Valkenburg Jürgen Skoppek Marie and Helen Rucinski Barbara Mulay Art Smith and Connie Barron Smith Shelly F. Williams Thomas and Hedi Mulford Carl and Jari Smith # Pat and John Wilson Kathleen and Gayl Ness David and Renate Smith Stuart and Nancy Winston # Ben and Jo Ann Nielsen Gregory Smith MD Steven and Helen Woghin in honor of Maxine Frankel Robert W. Smith Charlotte A. Wolfe Richard and Susan Nisbett Sidonie Smith and Greg Grieco Gladys Young Laura Nitzberg Linda Spector and Peter Jacobson Barabra Zacharakis Christer and Outi Nordman Doris and Larry Sperling Gail and David Zuk Arthur S. Nusbaum in memory of David Klein Thomas and Erin Zurbuchen Kathleen I. Operhall Jim Spevak Elisa Ostafin and Hossein Keshtkar Jeff Spindler *Due to space restraints, gifts of Liz and Mohammad Othman Paul and Judy Spradlin $1-$249 will be recognized in the Marie Panchuk Leslie Stainton and Steven Whiting online donor list at ums.org. Karen Pancost Daniel and Susan Stepek William and Hedda Panzer James L. Stoddard

# indicates that a donation was made to support a UMS Endowment Fund 43 20th ANNUAL SPHINX COMPETITION for young Black and Latino String Players February 8 - 12, 2017 Detroit MI The Sphinx Competition invites top performing Black and Latino string musicians to compete for cash prizes, solo performing opportunities, and many other resources. The top prizes are $50,000 for the Senior Division and $10,000 for the Junior Division. Semi- finalists look forward to masterclasses led by our highly acclaimed panel of jury members, scholarship opportunities to the top summer music festivals and conservatories, and access to our large network of alumni at SphinxConnect.

SPHINX HONORS CONCERT February 10, 2017 at 12:00PM For ticket information contact [email protected] SPHINX FINALS CONCERT February 12, 2017 at 2:00PM www.SphinxMusic.org Reserve your ticket at DSO.org

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