Ernest Bloch / Three Jewish Poems
Erich Korngold /  Violin Concerto
Igor Stravinsky /  Petrushka (1947)

The Brothers Cazimero: The Warmth of Aloha in Winter
Morihiko Nakahara, conductor

A Hawaiian Culture Demonstration begins in the lobby at 6:00pm

The Brothers Cazimero are consummate performers who have made their indelible imprint on the face of contemporary Hawaiian music. Their talent, longevity and sales success have placed them in a league of their own, untouched by any other performer in the history of Hawaiian music.

Their musical talent, incredible showmanship and infectious humor have bridged cultural gaps that naturally exist with ethnic music and dance. The Brothers Cazimero achieve a full-bodied sound that emanates from two traditional instruments, the acoustic bass and a twelve-string guitar. The men of Halau Na Kamalei and the ladies of the Royal Dance company have always accompanied Robert and Roland on stage telling intricate stories with the hula. Thirty years of successful concerts is an indication of their exceptional fan base and wide appeal.

The Grammy-nominated duo was inducted into the Hawaiian Music Hall of Fame in 2006 and 2007, joining the ranks of Hawaiian music legends. In 2008, The Brothers Cazimero were recognized by their peers and received lifetime achievement awards from the Hawai‘i Academy of Recording Arts.

Saturday, February 25 at 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, February 26 at 3:00 p.m.

Danail Rachev, guest conductor

Igor Stravinsky / Fairy's Kiss-Divertimento
Pyetr Iliyich Tchaikovsky / Sleeping Beauty Suite
Mikhail Glinka / Russlan and Ludmilla
Dmitri Shostakovich / Symphony No. 9

Delight in this concert of music by four great Russian composers as guest conductor Danail Rachev and the Spokane Symphony bring three tales of princes, princesses, witches and fairies to life. You’ll be enchanted by Tchaikovsky’s portrayal of the most beloved fable of all times. When princess Aurora falls victim of Carabosse’s evil spells, she is saved by the Lilac Fairy, who softens the curse. But tricked by the wicked fairy on her 16th birthday, Aurora pricks her finger in a spindle and falls into deep sleep for 100 years, waiting for her true love’s kiss. You’ll fall in love again with this masterpiece.

More about Daniel Rachev

“This was the most amazing, yet touching show I have ever experienced.”
Bob Pallotta, Beyond the Eye Films

”…brilliantly written, replaces darkness with the light of hope.”
Former U.S. Senator Avel Gordly

“Refreshingly different and diverse, off the chain!”
Dee Baker, 1st Lady Entertainment

“Incredible Stories merge with incredible voices — sets this show far above the fray.”
Katrina Jefferson, New York, N.Y

Eckart Preu, conductor

Wenzel Pichl / Symphony in C major
Josef Myslivecek / Overture no. 2 in A
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart / Symphony no. 34
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart / Canon 4a on Bona nox, bist a rechta Ox
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart / Mass, K. 167 “Trinity"

From amazing child prodigy to one of the greatest composers of all time, Mozart must surely have been fun to be around. His great genius could only be compared with his equally great sense of humor. Can’t you just imagine him leaving a funny video post on your page? His uplifting works are still equally cherished by classical music fans and symphony newcomers to this day. Follow Maestro Eckart Preu and find out more about the Viennese master and his friends.

Ann Hampton Callaway
Morihiko Nakahara, conductor

A pop and jazz diva, Ann Hampton Callaway has made her mark as a singer, pianist, composer, lyricist, arranger, actress, educator, TV host and producer. She is best known for Tony-nominated performance in the hit Broadway musical Swing! and for writing and singing the theme song to the hit TV series The Nanny. Callaway is a Platinum Award winning writer whose songs are featured on five of Barbra Streisand's recent CD's. Callaway's performances showcase her warmth, spontaneous wit and passionate delivery of Broadway?s greatest as well as pop and jazz standards. DETAILS

Eckart Preu, conductor

Ottorino Respighi / Ancient Airs and Dances Suite No. 3
Jean Sibelius / Symphony No. 7
Sergei Rachmaninoff  /  Symphony No. 1

Thought lost for almost five decades, Rachmaninoff’s First Symphony is the work of a 22 year-old genius. In its four movements, you’ll hear the ravishing sound that would later become the composer’s trademark. The work is unified by a single musical idea, which threads the piece from beginning to end.

In contrast to the work of a young Rachmaninoff, Sibelius’ last symphony, the Seventh, is only about 20 minutes long. You’ll be awestruck by the composer’s ability to create this skillfully unified world of emotions in the span of a single-movement. From mysterious to luminous, and from playful to triumphant, you’ll relish this gem of creativity and craftsmanship. DETAILS

Mela Dailey, Soprano
Jami Tyzik, Mezzo-Soprano
Brandon Wood, Tenor
Marcus DeLoach, Baritone

Opera’s Greatest Hits! An expertly crafted evening of the most popular melodies everyone knows (whether they know they know or not) brings the drama, romance, seduction and betrayal of Opera to the concert stage. Four talented young vocalists bring these stories to life with their fun and energetic introductions between numbers and their captivating performances in the most famous solos, duets and quartets from Rigoletto, La Boheme, La Traviata, Carmen and much more! DETAILS

Julian Gomez-Giraldo is the new Artistic Director of the Spokane Youth Symphony.  After a search lasting almost a year, attracting over 40 qualified applicants from all over the world, and flying two finalists in from Boston and Sydney, Australia, Gomez-Giraldo was chosen to replace Verne Windham, who retired after 15 years with the Youth Symphony.

The Spokane Youth Symphony’s 2011-2012 Season will be its 62nd and titled “Happily Ever After”, in reference to both Windham’s departure and the literary element complimenting the performances at The Fox.  Original written works by local writers will be created to fit the musical selections.
 
The season begins on November 6 with “The Story Begins”, followed by “Far, Far Away” on January 22, 2012, “Into Our Imagination”, April 22, and “Beyond the Rainbow” on May 20, 1012.
 
Our web address:  www.SpokaneYouthSymphony.org

Julian Gomez-Giraldo is the new Artistic Director of the Spokane Youth Symphony.  After a search lasting almost a year, attracting over 40 qualified applicants from all over the world, and flying two finalists in from Boston and Sydney, Australia, Gomez-Giraldo was chosen to replace Verne Windham, who retired after 15 years with the Youth Symphony.

The Spokane Youth Symphony’s 2011-2012 Season will be its 62nd and titled “Happily Ever After”, in reference to both Windham’s departure and the literary element complimenting the performances at The Fox.  Original written works by local writers will be created to fit the musical selections.
 
The season begins on November 6 with “The Story Begins”, followed by “Far, Far Away” on January 22, 2012, “Into Our Imagination”, April 22, and “Beyond the Rainbow” on May 20, 1012.
 
Our web address:  www.SpokaneYouthSymphony.org