Arizona Philharmonic
Peter Bay, conductor
Ruth Street Theater

Join us for Arizona Philharmonic’s exciting, last concert of the season, featuring soloist James D’León under the baton of Maestro Peter Bay. 

The program spans diverse musical eras, starting with the minimalist and spiritual tones of Arvo Pärt's Fratres and moving through Ernest Bloch’s Baroque-inspired Concerto Grosso No. 1, which interweaves the warmth of traditional harmonies with the richness of modern expression. 

Frederick Delius's Prelude to Irmelin, known for its lyrical beauty and serene, fairytale atmosphere, precedes the concert’s highlight: Nikolai Kapustin's Piano Concerto No. 4, Op. 56. Here, D’León embarks on a thrilling and virtuosic ride, blending classical precision with the spontaneous excitement of jazz. This lineup promises a richly varied musical journey from quiet transcendence to a jazz-infused climax.

PROGRAM:
ARVO PÄRT: Fratres (1978, rev. 1991)
ERNEST BLOCH: Concerto Grosso No. 1 (1925)
FREDERICK DELIUS : Prelude to Irmelin
NIKOLAI KAPUSTIN: Piano Concerto No. 4, Op. 56 (James D’Léon, piano)

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Austin Symphony Orchestra with Ballet Austin

Peter Bay, conductor
Long Center’s Dell Hall

Ballet Austin closes the season on Mother’s Day weekend with the most enduring story of young love, Romeo & Juliet. Set to Sergei Prokofiev’s unforgettable score, performed live by the Austin Symphony Orchestra, this time-honored tale of “star-crossed lovers” leaves us believing in the sweet promise of first love. Tommy Bourgeois designed stunningly beautiful, period-appropriate costumes and a set brilliantly illuminated by an Italianate tapestry of stained-glass colors, both of which paired exquisitely with Stephen Mills’ classic choreography. Shakespeare’s magnificent story comes to life in an elegant, dramatic, and simply gorgeous ballet.

PROGRAM:
PROKOFIEV: Romeo and Juliet

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Austin Symphony Orchestra with Ballet Austin

Peter Bay, conductor
Long Center’s Dell Hall

Ballet Austin closes the season on Mother’s Day weekend with the most enduring story of young love, Romeo & Juliet. Set to Sergei Prokofiev’s unforgettable score, performed live by the Austin Symphony Orchestra, this time-honored tale of “star-crossed lovers” leaves us believing in the sweet promise of first love. Tommy Bourgeois designed stunningly beautiful, period-appropriate costumes and a set brilliantly illuminated by an Italianate tapestry of stained-glass colors, both of which paired exquisitely with Stephen Mills’ classic choreography. Shakespeare’s magnificent story comes to life in an elegant, dramatic, and simply gorgeous ballet.

PROGRAM:
PROKOFIEV: Romeo and Juliet

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Austin Symphony Orchestra with Ballet Austin

Peter Bay, conductor
Long Center’s Dell Hall

Ballet Austin closes the season on Mother’s Day weekend with the most enduring story of young love, Romeo & Juliet. Set to Sergei Prokofiev’s unforgettable score, performed live by the Austin Symphony Orchestra, this time-honored tale of “star-crossed lovers” leaves us believing in the sweet promise of first love. Tommy Bourgeois designed stunningly beautiful, period-appropriate costumes and a set brilliantly illuminated by an Italianate tapestry of stained-glass colors, both of which paired exquisitely with Stephen Mills’ classic choreography. Shakespeare’s magnificent story comes to life in an elegant, dramatic, and simply gorgeous ballet.

PROGRAM:
PROKOFIEV: Romeo and Juliet

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Austin Symphony Orchestra

Masterworks Series

Vocalists
Peter Bay, conductor
Long Center’s Dell Hall

This performance features a blend of contemporary and classic works, capturing the essence of summer. The evening opens with Carlos Simon's stirring "Amen! ", a dynamic and soulful exploration of faith and resilience. George Gershwin's beloved opera Porgy and Bess closes the program, featuring iconic tunes such as "Summertime" and "I Got Plenty o' Nuttin'," transporting audiences to the vibrant streets of 1920s Charleston, South Carolina, in a timeless tale of love and redemption.

PROGRAM:
SIMON: Amen!
GERSHWIN: Porgy and Bess (concert version by Andrew Litton)
Kenneth Overton, bariton (Porgy), Laquita Mitchell, soprano (Bess), Karin Slack, soprano (Serena), Frank L. Humphrey III, tenor (Sportin’ Life)

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Austin Symphony Orchestra

Masterworks Series

Vocalists
Peter Bay, conductor
Long Center’s Dell Hall

This performance features a blend of contemporary and classic works, capturing the essence of summer. The evening opens with Carlos Simon's stirring "Amen! ", a dynamic and soulful exploration of faith and resilience. George Gershwin's beloved opera Porgy and Bess closes the program, featuring iconic tunes such as "Summertime" and "I Got Plenty o' Nuttin'," transporting audiences to the vibrant streets of 1920s Charleston, South Carolina, in a timeless tale of love and redemption.

PROGRAM:
SIMON: Amen!
GERSHWIN: Porgy and Bess (concert version by Andrew Litton)
Kenneth Overton, bariton (Porgy), Laquita Mitchell, soprano (Bess), Karin Slack, soprano (Serena), Frank L. Humphrey III, tenor (Sportin’ Life)

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Austin Symphony Orchestra
Peter Bay, conductor
Hyde Park Baptist Church

Join Maestro Peter Bay and your Austin Symphony Orchestra for the second installment of its chamber orchestra series on Thursday, May 22. The concert, titled "With Strings Attached," promises to captivate with a rich tapestry of styles and cultures. The program begins with Edvard Grieg's elegant and spirited Holberg Suite, Op. 40, transporting listeners to the refined courts of the 18th century. This is followed by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's soulful Andante Cantabile from String Quartet No. 1, Op. 11, arranged by Serebrier, offering lush harmonies and poignant themes. Einojuhani Rautavaara's Divertimento for Strings showcases vibrant rhythms and inventive textures, while William Grant Still's Danzas de Panama celebrates lively and colorful rhythms inspired by traditional Panamanian folk music. Anderson's playful Jazz Pizzicato dazzles with rhythmic pizzicato techniques, leading to an exhilarating finale with Bartók's spirited Romanian Folk Dances, arranged by Willner. This extraordinary concert highlights the beauty and diversity of string music and is sure to be an unforgettable night.

PROGRAM:
EDVARD GRIEG: Holberg Suite, Op. 40    
PYOTR ILYICH TCHAIKOVSKY/Serebrier: Andante Cantabile from String Quartet No. 1, Op. 11
EINOJUHANI RAUTAVAARA: Divertimento for Strings
WILLIAM GRANT STILL: Danzas de Panama
ANDERSON: Jazz Pizzicato
BARTÓK/Willner: Romanian Folk Dances

These concerts are made possible thanks to generous supporters of the the Peter Bay Artistic Fund

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Austin Symphony Orchestra
Peter Bay, conductor
Long Center’s Dell Hall

As a follow-up to the sold-out performance in 2023, your ASO will present Part 2 of John Williams' music. Best known for his film scores and ceremonial music, Williams is also a noted composer of concert works and a renowned conductor. Come hear your favorite John Williams pieces come to life in the beautiful Dell Hall. Cosplay as your favorite character from a John Williams’ scored film and make it an even more magical experience!

PROGRAM:
Hook: The Flight to Neverland
1941: March
The Lost World: Jurassic Park: Theme
Jaws: Suite (arr. Cacavas)
Midway: The Men of Yorktown
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban: A Bridge to the Past
Superman: March

MUSIC FROM THE STAR WARS SAGA:
A New Hope: Here They Come
The Empire Strikes Back: Yoda’s Theme
Return of the Jedi: The Forest Battle
The Phantom Menance: Anakin’s Theme
The Force Awakens: The Jedi Steps and Finale

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Austin Symphony Orchestra
Peter Bay, conductor
Vic Mathias Shores