Adrian Brown – MUSICAL DIRECTOR Saturday 10th May at 7.30pm 2013 – 2014 SEASON

Adrian Brown has Sibelius Symphony No. 6 Saturday 9 th November at 7.30pm worked with many of Britain’s leading Elgar

orchestras including the Soloist Mathieu van Bellen Beethoven Symphony No. 5 City of Birmingham After the energy released in Sibelius’s 5th symphony his Mozart Mass in C minor Symphony, the BBC 6th is much more reflective in mood, returning to the Soloists Natalie Montakhab Esther Brazil Symphony, the BBC Scottish Symphony and modality that had been a feature of his music from the Panos Ntourntoufis John Woods the London Sinfonietta. beginning. Scored for a large orchestra, his use of Described by E.M. Forster as “the most sublime noise He has also conducted the world renowned St Petersburg instrumental resources is restrained and the whole that has ever penetrated into the ears of man”, Philharmonic and the eminent Camerata Salzburg. He symphony is a fascinating exercise in subtlety and Beethoven’s powerful 5th Symphony continues to be a excels in working with young musicians and has made concentrated thought. We welcome back young Dutch firm favourite with audiences worldwide. For our major contributions in this area in the UK, Europe and virtuoso Mathieu van Bellen to perform Elgar’s Violin performance of Mozart’s magnificent Mass in C minor we further afield. In 2002 for his outstanding work in this field Concerto, one of Elgar’s own favourite works. welcome four outstanding soloists; Natalie Montakhab, he was given a Classic FM ‘Red f Award’. Among other orchestras, he conducts Bromley Symphony Orchestra th Esther Brazil, Panos Ntourntoufis and John Woods. Saturday 5 July at 7.30pm and the Corinthian Chamber Orchestra. A real treat for lovers of choral music, this elaborate unfinished C minor Mass is considered to be one of the Saturday 29th March at 7.30pm Verdi Requiem greatest mass settings of all time. Soloists Zoe South Janet Shell Saturday 14 th December at 7.30pm Special Anniversary Concert John Upperton Oliver Gibbs In association with the Great Fen Project Verdi’s dramatic setting of the Messa da Requiem was Christmas Concert Dvo řàk In Nature’s Realm initially criticised for being too operatic. Today it is those very qualities which lead us to admire it. We are very This ever popular Christmas Concert will include: Vaughan Williams In the Fen Country fortunate to be joined by internationally known singers Handel Messiah Part 1, with Mozart’s orchestration Christopher Brown Landscapes Zoe South , Janet Shell , John Upperton and Oliver Gibbs Strauss Waltz of the Spheres Soloist Lucy Hall for this performance of one of Verdi’s best-loved works. Lumbye Champagne Galop When Christopher Brown’s Landscapes was first This is a joint performance with members of St Berlioz Hungarian March performed in 1987 it scored an immediate success with Ives Choral Society Carols by Christopher Brown and Margaret Stokes performers and audience alike. Now celebrating his 70th And traditional carols for all to sing year, Chris comes back to conduct the Phil in an Concert Venue anniversary performance of this moving and evocative Supporting Dreamdrops at Every Concert choral work with celebrated young soprano soloist, Lucy All concerts this season take place at the Hunts Phil is proud to support Dreamdrops, the local Hall . Bob Devereux’s specially written text celebrates the Hinchingbrooke Performing Arts Centre (PAC) Huntingdon Children’s Charity, raising money to provide wildlife, people and history of the Fens. Complemented Hinchingbrooke School, off Brampton Road, Huntingdon, facilities for children in need of special health care. by two delightful ‘nature pictures’ by Dvo řàk and Vaughan PE29 3BN.This is a modern, purpose built venue, with Williams conducted by Adrian Brown, this concert is a raked seating, excellent facilities and free parking. The must for all lovers of music and the natural world. building is fully accessible to people with disabilities. In support of the Great Fen Project

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Huntingdonshire Philharmonic was founded by Date Adult Student Christopher Brown in 1977, since when it has developed 9 Nov 2013 £12 £6 a wide reputation for the variety and quality of its performances. The orchestra is now one of the larger 14 Dec 2013 £12 £6 amateur orchestras in the region and the choir is highly 29 Mar 2014 £12 £6 regarded for its readiness to perform an ambitious range of repertoire in various styles from all periods. Our 10 May 2014 £12 £6 concerts cover a range of music from the 18th century 5 July 2014 £15 £7.50 through to the present day, including new works by contemporary composers. Recent performances include: Student tickets apply to all those in full time education. Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5, Berlioz’ Te Deum in Ely A free ticket is available to the companion of any disabled Cathedral, Delius’ Sea Drift, Elgar’s and person who need help in order to attend events. Tippett’s A Child of Our Time. Ticket Prices – Season Tickets How to Join Us We are always keen to attract new members, and it is HUNTINGDONSHIRE

possible to join at any time of year. Adult £50 Student £25 PHILHARMONIC We welcome singers with a wide range of musical Booking a season ticket for all five concerts offers a abilities (without audition) and our choir is ready to tackle saving of 20%. both classic and modern works with equal enthusiasm Choral and Orchestral Concerts and success. Prerequisites for orchestra members are For ticket sales please contact: some prior experience and a minimum performance 2013 – 2014 Season Anabel Capon (01832 274834) standard of Grade 7 as well as good listening skills, [email protected] energy and focus. Prospective orchestra members are also given an informal audition. Rehearsals are held throughout the year in term time at Patrons Scheme Godmanchester Primary School, Park Lane, Godmanchester, PE29 2AG from 7:45 to 9:45pm. If you are not a performer but enjoy choral and orchestral music you can contribute invaluable support by becoming Choir : Tuesdays starting 10th September 2013 a patron. Patronage entitles you to discounted tickets, a Contact: Ann Briar (01480 861611) free programme, and preferential seating for each Orchestra : Thursdays starting 12th September 2013 concert, together with admission to rehearsals and Contact: Winnie Choy Winters: [email protected] receipt of information about all the Society’s concerts and social events. To find out more please contact the Patrons’ Secretary, Richard Capon (01832 274834) For further information please visit our website: www.huntsphil.org.uk Huntingdonshire Philharmonic is a Registered Charity or email: [email protected] No. 280451