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Holiday Look In Home TourThis year the 33rd annual Holiday Look In Home Tour will be held on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 2 and 3 from 10am to 4pm both days. Sponsored by the Women's Committee of The Pasadena Symphony Association, the tour features four area homes decorated for the holidays by professional florists and includes refreshments and a holiday gift boutique.
The boutique is open to the public and is located at the University Club at 175 N. Oakland Avenue, Pasadena. Vendors donate 25% of their sales to the Women's Committee, a volunteer organization founded in 1957 for the purpose of raising funds to help support the orchestra.
Tickets are $20 if purchased by November 20th, $25 thereafter, and can be obtained at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium box office at 300 E. Green Street, Pasadena, or by writing to the Women's Committee, P.O. Box 5053, Pasadena, CA 91115-1053 postmarked no later than Nov. 20 or by phone at (626) 793-7172, ext. 11 for Will Call pick up at the University Club. They may also be obtained at each of the homes on the tour during the event.
Please, no children under 12 and note that tickets, refreshments, and restroom facilities are available only at the University Club (Saturday and Sunday 9:30am - 4pm).
Tuesday, February 27th
The Pasadena Symphony's Annual BenefitMardi Gras Symphony Gala 2001
SAVE THE DATE!!
Historic Biltmore Hotel
506 South Grand Avenue,
Los Angeles, CA 90071-2607
Festivities begin at 6:00 pmThe Annual Benefit will be held Tuesday, February 27, 2001 at the historic Biltmore Hotel. You may ask "Why a Tuesday?" And our response will be "Well, it’s Mardi Gras of course!!" Costumes, masks, silent auction, entertainment, bright colors, surprises, authentic New Orleans food, laughter, and excitement are words that come to mind as we describe The Pasadena Symphony’s 2001 extravaganza! It is sure to be quite the party and will help raise much needed funds for the Symphony. Mark your calendar–you don’t want to miss it!
Tickets to the Annual Benefit range from $250 per person to $7,500 for a table of ten with premier seating. For more information or to purchase tickets closer to the event, please call (626) 793-7172, ext. 13.
Calendar of Events 2000-2001
2000
Saturday, August 5th
Musical Circus - FREE to the public
10:00a.m. at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium
For children under 10 years of age
Featuring: Karapetyan String Quartet
Saturday, August 5th
Symphony of Tears
8p.m. at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium
Composed and conducted by Jeff Manookian
The premiere of a new oratorio memorializing the 1915 Armenian Genocide.
Saturday, August 26th
Vroman's Bookstore Event
695 E. Colorado Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91101
11a.m. at Vroman'sCelebrate the upcoming season at Vroman's. If you are interested in becoming a new subscriber, be sure to pick up a 10% coupon for your season tickets.
- A harpist will perform 11a.m. - 1p.m.
- An exciting story telling performance for kids will take place in the children's department at 2p.m.The Pasadena Symphony is part of Vroman's Gives Back program. Symphony supporters sign up at the store registers. Each time they make a purchase, 1% is donated back to the Symphony. The Symphony receives approximately $1,000 per year through this program. Remember, shopping at Vroman's helps the Symphony, so consider browsing through its wide selection of books, unique gift items, and stationery.
Saturday, October 21st
Musical Circus - FREE to the public
8:30a.m. at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium
For children under 10 years of age
Featuring: Karen GoldenSaturday, October 21st
Opening Night Dinner
5p.m. Champagne Prelude
5:45p.m. Dinner in the Gold RoomJoin us as we honor our Music Education Programs and Celebrate Children & Music! Event tickets are $100.00 per person ($30 tax-deductible) To receive an invitation or make a reservation, please call (626) 793-7172, ext. 10
Note: Concert tickets are sold separately (626) 584-8833Saturday, October 21st
Pre-Concert Lecture - Rene Engel
7p.m. at the Pasadena Civic AuditoriumSaturday, October 21st
Opening Night Concert
8p.m. at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium
- Vieuxtemps - Violin Concerto No. 5
- Shostakovich - Symphony No. 4Saturday, November 11th
Musical Circus - FREE to the public
8:30a.m. at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium
For children under 10 years of age.
Featuring: Wicked TinkersSaturday, November 11th
Pre-Concert Lecture - Peter Schickele
7p.m. at the Pasadena Civic AuditoriumSaturday, November 11th
Concert
8p.m. at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium
- Mozart - Symphony No. 32
- Schickele - Cello Concerto, In Memoriam FDR
(World Premiere)
- Schubert - Symphony No. 3
- Moncayo - HuapangoFriday, December 1st
A Mstislav Rostropovich Concerto Concert
8p.m. at Cerritos Center for the Performing ArtsThe Pasadena Symphony, conducted by Jorge Mester, will accompany legendary cellist Mstislav Rostropovich.
Saturday & Sunday, December 2nd and 3rd
Holiday Look In Home TourThis year the 33rd annual Holiday Look In Home Tour will be held December 2nd and 3rd from 9:30a.m. to 4p.m. both days. Sponsored by the Women's Committee of The Pasadena Symphony Association, the tour features four area homes decorated for the holidays by professional florists and includes refreshments and a holiday gift boutique.
The boutique is open to the public and is located at the University Club at 175 N. Oakland Avenue, Pasadena. Vendors donate 25% of their sales to the Women's Committee, a volunteer organization founded in 1957 for the purpose of raising funds to help support the orchestra.
Tickets are $20 if purchased by November 20th, $25 thereafter, and can be obtained at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium box office at 300 E. Green Street, Pasadena, or by writing to the Women's Committee, P.O. Box 5053, Pasadena, CA 91115-1053 postmarked no later than 11-20 or by phone at (626) 793-7172, ext. 11 for Will Call pick up at the University Club. They may also be obtained at each of the homes on the tour during the event.
Please, no children under 12 and note that tickets, refreshments, and restroom facilities are available at the University Club during regular tour hours (Saturday and Sunday 9:30a.m.-4p.m.)
Monday, December 4th
Pasadena Youth Symphony Orchestra Concert
7:30p.m. at Wilson Middle School
300 South Madre Street
Pasadena, CA 91107
Holiday Concert - FREE to the publicJanuary
Friday, January 19, 2001
Classical Conversations
Behind the Scenes with The Pasadena Symphony
Jorge Mester, Music Director
Jennifer Frautschi, violin4:30 p.m. Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 East Colorado Boulevard
Jorge Mester brings concert music to life, taking you beyond the musical score and into the brilliant minds and fascinating lives of the great composers. Enjoy a wonderful afternoon full of interesting anecdotes about the "music business" as well as the ins and outs of the symphony world. Join Jorge and Friends in an intimate setting as he takes you on a musical journey behind the scenes of The Pasadena Symphony.
Following the conversation, don’t miss the opportunity to attend The Pasadena Symphony rehearsal at 7:30 p.m. at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium located at 300 East Green Street. You must attend Classical Conversations to receive a rehearsal coupon that will give you special admittance into the rehearsal.
Saturday, January 20th
Musical Circus - FREE to the public
8:30a.m. at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium
For children under 10 years of age.
Featuring: Pasadena Youth Symphony OrchestraSaturday, January 20th
Pre-Concert Lecture - Byron Adams
7p.m. at the Pasadena Civic AuditoriumSaturday, January 20th
Concert
8p.m. at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium
- Rossini - Overture to Cinderella
- Prokofiev - Violin Concerto No. 2
- Mendelssohn - Symphony No. 3, "Scottish"February
Saturday, February 3rd
Musical Circus - FREE to the public
8:30a.m. at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium
For children under 10 years of age.
Featuring: Alkebu-lan Boys ChoirSaturday, February 3rd
Pre-Concert Lecture - William Toutant
7p.m. at the Pasadena Civic AuditoriumSaturday, February 3rd
Concert
8p.m. at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium
- Strauss - Death and Transfiguration
Four Last Songs
- Schumann - Symphony No. 2Tuesday, February 27th
The Pasadena Symphony's Annual BenefitMardi Gras Symphony Gala 2001
SAVE THE DATE!!
Historic Biltmore Hotel
506 South Grand Avenue,
Los Angeles, CA 90071-2607Festivities begin at 6:00 pm
The Annual Benefit will be held Tuesday, February 27, 2001 at the historic Biltmore Hotel. You may ask "Why a Tuesday?" And our response will be "Well, it’s Mardi Gras of course!!" Costumes, masks, silent auction, entertainment, bright colors, surprises, authentic New Orleans food, laughter, and excitement are words that come to mind as we describe The Pasadena Symphony’s 2001 extravaganza! It is sure to be quite the party and will help raise much needed funds for the Symphony. Mark your calendar–you don’t want to miss it!
Tickets to the Annual Benefit range from $250 per person to $7,500 for a table of ten with premier seating. For more information or to purchase tickets closer to the event, please call (626) 793-7172, ext. 13.
March
Thursday, March 1, 2001
Classical Conversations
Behind the Scenes with The Pasadena Symphony
Jorge Mester, Music Director
Dmitri Ratser, piano4:30 p.m.Vroman's Bookstore, 695 East Colorado Boulevard
Jorge Mester brings concert music to life, taking you beyond the musical score and into the brilliant minds and fascinating lives of the great composers. Enjoy a wonderful afternoon full of interesting anecdotes about the "music business" as well as the ins and outs of the symphony world. Join Jorge and Friends in an intimate setting as he takes you on a musical journey behind the scenes of The Pasadena Symphony.
Following the conversation, don't miss the opportunity to attend The Pasadena Symphony rehearsal at 7:30 p.m. at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium located at 300 East Green Street. You must attend Classical Conversations to receive a rehearsal coupon that will give you special admittance into the rehearsal.
Saturday, March 3rd
Musical Circus - FREE to the public
8:30a.m. at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium
For children under 10 years of age.
Featuring: String Family PlayersSaturday, March 3rd
Pre-Concert Lecture - Byron Adams
7p.m. at the Pasadena Civic AuditoriumSaturday, March 3rd
Concert
8p.m. at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium
- Ravel - Le Tombeau de Couperin
- Shostakovich - Piano Concert No. 1
- Barber - Adagio for Strings
- Mozart - Symphony No. 36, "Linz"Saturday, March 31st
Musical Circus - FREE to the public
8:30a.m. at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium
For children under 10 years of age.
Featuring: Pasadena Saxophone QuintetSaturday, March 31st
Pre-Concert Lecture - Dr. Alan Smith
7p.m. at the Pasadena Civic AuditoriumSaturday, March 31st
Concert
8p.m. at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium
- Verdi - RequiemMay
Thursday, May 3, 2001
Classical Conversations
Behind the Scenes with The Pasadena SymphonyJorge Mester, Music Director
Martin Kasik, piano4:30 p.m. Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 East Colorado Boulevard
Jorge Mester brings concert music to life, taking you beyond the musical score and into the brilliant minds and fascinating lives of the great composers. Enjoy a wonderful afternoon full of interesting anecdotes about the "music business" as well as the ins and outs of the symphony world. Join Jorge and Friends in an intimate setting as he takes you on a musical journey behind the scenes of The Pasadena Symphony.
Following the conversation, don’t miss the opportunity to attend The Pasadena Symphony rehearsal at 7:30 p.m. at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium located at 300 East Green Street. You must attend Classical Conversations to receive a rehearsal coupon that will give you special admittance into the rehearsal.
Saturday, May 5th
Musical Circus - FREE to the public
8:30a.m. at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium
For children under 10 years of age.
Featuring: Greggy DeeSaturday, May 5th
Pre-Concert Lecture - Byron Adams
7p.m. at the Pasadena Civic AuditoriumSaturday, May 5th
Concert
8p.m. at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium
- Beethoven - Egmont Overture
Piano Concerto No. 2
Symphony No. 3, "Eroica"Sunday, May 6th
Pasadena Youth Symphony Orchestra Concert
3:30p.m. - Pasadena Civic Auditorium
Spring Community Concert - FREE to the publicJune
Thursday, June 7, 2001
Classical Conversations
Behind the Scenes with The Pasadena SymphonyJorge Mester, Music Director
Jonathan Haas and Tom Raney, timpani
4:30 p.m. Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 East Colorado BoulevardJorge Mester brings concert music to life, taking you beyond the musical score and into the brilliant minds and fascinating lives of the great composers. Enjoy a wonderful afternoon full of interesting anecdotes about the "music business" as well as the ins and outs of the symphony world. Join Jorge and Friends in an intimate setting as he takes you on a musical journey behind the scenes of The Pasadena Symphony.
Following the conversation, don’t miss the opportunity to attend The Pasadena Symphony rehearsal at 7:30 p.m. at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium located at 300 East Green Street. You must attend Classical Conversations to receive a rehearsal coupon that will give you special admittance into the rehearsal.
Saturday, June 9th
Musical Circus - FREE to the public
8:30a.m. at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium
For children under 10 years of age.
Featuring: All-American Sing-AlongSaturday, June 9th
Pre-Concert Lecture - Rene Engel
7p.m. at the Pasadena Civic AuditoriumSaturday, June 9th
Concert
8p.m. at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium
- Ginastera - Variaciones Concertantes
- Glass - Concerto for Two Timpani
(West Coast Premiere)
- Lutoslawski - Concerto for Orchestra