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Come to the Party! Canada’s premier summer classical music festival celebrates its 40th Season at the Charles W. Stockey Centre in Parry Sound — on beautiful Georgian Bay July 19th to August 10th, 2019 JAMES CAMPBELL, ARTISTIC DIRECTOR 2019 PROGRAMME — 40TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON DESIGNATED AS ONE OF ONTARIO'S TOP 100 FESTIVALS & EVENTS FOR 2019 BY FESTIVALS & EVENTS ONTARIO ca.yamaha.com ¥ THE BAY STREET CAFÉ 22 Bay Street Parry Sound, Ontario P2A 1S5 Tel: 1-705-746-2882 OPEN EVERYDAY JULY & AUGUST MON – SUN 11 AM – 11 PM 11 AM – 9 PM Heated Patio – Boat Access – Excellent, Dedicated and Caring Staff – Friendly Atmosphere Specializing In: Fresh Surf & Turf, Pasta, Vegetarian Dishes, Burgers, Soups, Salads and Pastas. Kids Menu and Daily Specials, LLBO Music, throughout history, has had the unique and mysterious power and ability to transcend time, space and all other types of boundaries. It can unite and change people of all ages and cultural backgrounds whether it uses any language or none at all. Its very essence can reach in and speak directly to a person’s soul, like nothing else can or ever could in our world, since the dawn of time and music itself. As the world changes and the events everywhere are unfurling ever faster and becoming more demanding in our everyday lives, people everywhere are struggling daily as they confront life’s challenges, whether naturally occurring or man-made, while still trying to move forward. At the very heart and soul of this world, our shared world, and every one of us who lives upon it, we share the same basic hopes and dreams in life deep within us. Though our differing thoughts and ways of achieving it often give rise to great conflict, even when our words fail us and our emotions take hold of us; this world’s music, our music, from time immemorial will continue to communicate, nurture, soothe and guide us, as it did for all those who came before us and for all those who will come after us. Known for its beautiful tonal colours and incredible power, the Yamaha CFX concert grand Music is needed now, more than ever before. That is why the Festival of the Sound that provides piano has been selected by top competitors at international piano competitions. these rare and unique opportunities for everyone to experience and enjoy is invaluable. Yamaha is a proud sponsor of the 2019 Festival of the Sound. We here at the Bay Street Café are pleased to offer the Festival our continued support and encouragement as they continue to provide us all with the quality and variety of music they have become so famously renowned for. Other award winning Yamaha Pianos: | D G C l www.festivalofthesound.ca 1 James Campbell, Artistic Director Annual Summer Classical Music Festival Here are the fabulous new itineraries in our series of exceptional concert Charles W. Stockey Centre for the programs designed by renowned impresario George Zukerman,O.C.,O.B.C. in cooperation with the host artists of each tour. 2019 Performing Arts, Parry Sound, Ontario Classical Austria CELEBRATING 250 YEARS OF BEETHOVEN contents May 26 - June 9, 2020 A delectable concert and culinary program 4 MESSAGES: Welcome to Our Festival hosted by Kai Gleusteen and Catherine 13 SUPPORTERS: Donors and Sponsors Ordronneau complemented by castle, spa and luxury hotels. Highlights include performances 21 KINDLY NOTE at the Salzburg Whitsun Festival, Emperor’s Villa Bad Ischl, Vienna State Opera, 22 FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS Musikverein and Vienna Boys Choir. 29 MUSIC SCORES Salzburg - Bad Ischl - Hallstatt - Artstetten - Vienna photo: Simon Matzinger 30 STOCKEY YOUNG ARTISTS Classical 34 CALENDAR Northern Italy 37 PROGRAMME: July 19th – August 10th VERDI, STRADIVARI & LA DOLCE VITA 85 ARTISTS & ENSEMBLES June 20 - July 1, 2020 Barcelona Opera concertmaster Kai 110 BOARD OF DIRECTORS & STAFF photo: Abxbay Gleusteen and painist Catherine Ordronneau host this sublime journey which 112 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS includes performances at Milan’s La Scala, the Arena di Verona, Teatro La Fenice in Venice, plus incomparable scenery, wine, COVER ARTIST — SARA TYSON and Dolce Vita. Nearing the end of 2002, excitement was building at the Festival of the Sound as we watched Milan - Turin - Cremona - Verona - Garda - Venice the new Charles W. Stockey Centre for the Performing Arts take shape on the Parry Sound waterfront. photo: Gio la Gamb We knew that things would never be the same again. How could we bring a new, more professional look to the Festival without compromising the welcoming image nurtured over 23 years of concerts Classical Germany & Austria in “the old high school gym”. BEETHOVEN & OTHER GREAT GERMAN COMPOSERS In December we met Sara Tyson, an illustrator and graphic designer who had recently moved to the region. September 28 - October 10/14, 2020 She brought samples of her most recent work, including illustrations for Pacific Opera Victoria where Charles A glorious concert series exploring the heart and and Lois Stockey were strong supporters. From that meeting a wonderful partnership was born. We are homeland of the great classical composers photo: Michal Osmenda proud to have Sara as the cover artist for this 40th Anniversary season brochure and programme. hosted by Marcel & Elizabeth Bergmann. Since graduating from Ontario College of Art, Sara has worked for over 35 years as an illustrator Highlights include the Berlin Opera, Bach and and graphic designer. This dual role has increased her understanding of the function of illustration Leipzig, Beethoven Haus Bonn, Musikverein Vienna, unique concerts and more. in communication arts and made her a thoughtful problem solver, gifts that are regularly called upon by the Festival of the Sound. Berlin - Weimar - Bonn - Munich - Salzburg - Vienna photo: Patrick Theiner More of Sara Tyson’s work and accomplishments can be seen at www.saratyson.com 4603 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V5V 3R6 tel 1-800-665-0998 [email protected] www.sticanada.com Festival Station Office 1 Avenue Road, Parry Sound [email protected] 2 1.8 6 6.3 6 4 .0 0 61 705.746.2410 www.festivalofthesound.ca 3 2019 GOVERNOR GENERAL’S MESSAGE 2019 LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR OF ONTARIO’S MESSAGE Her Excellency The Right Honourable The Honourable Julie Payette Elizabeth Dowdeswell Welcome to the 40th annual Festival of the Sound (FOTS) The arts, especially music, are a powerful force for good, in beautiful Parry Sound, Ontario. Under the guidance of helping us to better understand ourselves and one another artistic director James Campbell, you will have the chance — something more important than ever in these rapidly to experience world-class music in one of Canada’s most changing and uncertain times. remarkable performance halls. Now in its 40th season, the renowned Festival of the Sound Thanks to the brilliant initiative of virtuoso pianist Anton is living proof of music’s ability to bring people together. Kuerti in the summer of 1979, FOTS has become an On behalf of all Ontarians, I offer my congratulations to the international summer classic. Every year, the Festival performers and to all who have worked hard to encourage attracts exceptional musicians from Canada and around creativity, foster partnerships, and support both seasoned and the world, delighting new enthusiasts and long-time music emerging Canadian musicians. Most of all, I thank everyone aficionados alike. FOTS has also grown into a hub of year- in the audience for sharing their love of artistic expression. round educational programming, enriching young people’s This comes with my good wishes for an enjoyable festival. lives by nurturing their love of music. Forty years of success is an impressive milestone for any cultural institution. Photo: Sgt Johanie Maheu, Rideau Hall © Her Majesty The Queen in Right of Canada represented by the Office of the Secretary to the Governor General (2017) / © Sa Majesté la Reine du Chef du Canada représentée par le Bureau duCongratulations secrétaire du gouverneur général (2017) to all musicians, performers, teachers, volunteers, supporters and administrators who have shaped the Festival into what it has become today: a true celebration of classical music! Elizabeth Dowdeswell I wish you all a memorable 40th edition of the Festival of the Sound, and many more! 4 1.8 6 6.3 6 4 .0 0 61 705.746.2410 www.festivalofthesound.ca 5 2019 PREMIER OF ONTARIO’S MESSAGE 2019 MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT’S MESSAGE The Honourable The Honourable Doug Ford Tony Clement, M.P. I’m delighted to extend greetings to music lovers from across I am pleased to extend my sincere best wishes & Canada and around the world. Welcome to the Festival of congratulations to the organizers of the Festival of the the Sound’s 40th Anniversary Season! Sound as we once again welcome people to the shores of Georgian Bay. One of the things that makes Ontario great is our vibrant cultural and artistic scene. Music festivals are an important This summer we are all looking forward to yet another part of our cultural landscape. This festival promises to be stellar lineup. Parry Sound’s world-class Charles W. Stockey a memorable experience, with fine music set against Centre will again be centre stage for what promises to be beautiful Northern Ontario. another memorable Festival. Like many residents and visitors, I am excited about this year’s performances, I want to thank the organizers, volunteers and performers starting with opening weekend and continuing throughout for the talent and energy you put into making this festival the season. a success. From its humble beginnings, this event has grown into a three-week festival that attracts the country’s finest Now in its 40th year, the Festival has grown into a classical and jazz musicians, as well as music lovers from around the world.