WHAT’S INSIDE · performing talents such as Sharon Isbin and Kenneth Broberg, classical works such as Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue and Ravel’s Bolero, and music presentations

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INSIDEWHAT’S

A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT | 3

A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 5

MEET OUR MUSIC DIRECTOR | 6

DEBUTANTE CLASS OF 2019 | 7

MISSION OF THE PLANO SYMPHONY

It is the mission of our orchestra to inspire, educate,

entertain and involve the children, youth and adults of our community in the

enjoyment of great music.

a message from T H E P R E S I D E N T

On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Plano Symphony Orchestra, I would like to welcome you to this performance as we celebrate our 37th season. The PSO constantly strives to provide our patrons with excellent programs featuring both Classical Music and Pops, and we believe that this year has set a new standard. With performing talents such as Sharon Isbin and Kenneth Broberg, classical works such as Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue and Ravel’s Bolero, and music presentations of all-time favorites ABBA and Queen, we think you’ll agree that this season is outstanding.

My wife Jan and I have been attending the PSO for the past 11 years. What started out as “Date Night” has evolved into a more personal relationship with the organization, as we’ve come to appreciate and enjoy the talents of our PSO musicians and staff, our wonderful Guild and Board, and the many others who volunteer their time and talents to help bring the enjoyment of music and music education

to our North Texas community. All help to fulfill our mission — to inspire, educate, and involve the children, youth, and adults of our community in the enjoyment of great music!

The PSO’s efforts go far beyond the performances that you’ll see as part of this subscription series. This year, our School Concert Program be providing 11 performances to over 14,000 4th and 5th Graders from most of the area’s Independent School Districts. Our PSO staff provides the curriculum necessary to help the students better understand and appreciate those performances. For many students, this will be their first introduction to the enjoyment of classical music. Participating schools also receive an on-campus visit from a PSO musician to introduce their instrument and concert repertoire, providing each student with an up-close and personal experience with music.

I would like to provide a special “Thank You” to our many contributors who help make all of our subscription and school concerts possible, plus much more. Whether it be our EncoreYouth music programs, our Healing Notes musical therapy visits to senior living facilities, or our many other community outreach programs, please know that your donations are very much appreciated and directly impact the programs we offer. All gifts of $250 receive two tickets to our School Concert Program, so you can come along and directly see how your donation benefits our area youth.

Thank you for your continued patronage, and to our many volunteers: Bravo!

Warmest regards,

Craig BarberPresident, PSO Board of Directors

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a message from T H E E X E C U T I V E D I R E C T O R

Dear Friends,

Music can be found everywhere in our world. Music gives us ways to express ourselves. Music helps us celebrate, it is something we share and, it culturally defines us. Every culture in the world has its own form of music that is enjoyed by all ages. Although each culture is different, music unifies all races, religions, and ages. Music, of course, is all about community!

I’m so proud of the work the Plano Symphony Orchestra accomplishes in our community. Whether it’s through our many classical or popular concerts or our varied music arts education programs, your orchestra has become an integral part of North Texas. What you may not know is that your PSO has developed award-winning, multi-dimensional education and community outreach programs. From “Healing Notes,” our music-therapy program for seniors and incarcerated youth, to our Salvation Army After School

Program, we have seen first-hand the power of music to positively impact the lives of children, teens, and adults alike.

Of course, a crucial element of a professional orchestra is the artistry presented on stage. That’s why your PSO is widely acknowledged as one of the leading professional regional orchestras in the country. Led by our beloved music director Hector Guzman, your Symphony is comprised of the most highly accomplished musicians to be found anywhere in the country.

As you can see, I’m very proud of the PSO and all of its musicians, staff, Board of Directors, and volunteers who make our organization work each and every day. However, it also takes an engaged, supportive, and loyal audience of supporters like you, our many subscribers and individual ticket buyers. It also takes hundreds of individual donors, corporations, foundations and government entities to support our annual operations. Without YOU, your PSO would not exist. I know I speak for our entire organization when I offer my thanks for your continued support. I invite you to be an ambassador for the Plano Symphony Orchestra. Please tell your family, friends and acquaintances about the Plano Symphony and invite them to attend some of our performances and events. I am confident they will have a great time and want to become more involved with the Plano Symphony Orchestra family.

I hope you will enjoy our 2019-2020 season. If there is anything we can do to make your experience more enjoyable, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We’re here for you!

Thank you again!

Warmly,Robert A. ReedExecutive DirectorPlano Symphony Orchestra

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music D I R E C T O R

Hector Guzman

Maestro Hector Guzman is regarded as one of the most respected and admired conductors in this country and abroad. His recent appointment as music director of the Corpus Christi Symphony Orchestra in May 2017 and his tenure as music director of the Plano Symphony, the Irving Symphony, the San Angelo Symphony, and as Conductor Emeritus of the Jalisco Philharmonic in Mexico, have placed him among the most important musical figures on the podium today. He has been a frequent guest conductor of an array of prestigious ensembles: Mexico: National Symphony, Mexico City Philharmonic, UNAM Philharmonic, Xalapa Symphony, Bellas Artes Chamber Orchestra, Vivaldi Orchestra of Mexico City, and State of Mexico Symphony. United States: Dallas Symphony, San Antonio Symphony, Wheeling Symphony, Phoenix Symphony, and the Chicago Sinfonietta. Dominican Republic: National Symphony. Czech Republic: Collegium Orchestra of Prague. Poland:

Rszezow Philharmonic. Japan: Japan Philharmonic. South Korea: Masan Philharmonic, and Gangsam Symphony. Italy: Amadeus Orchestra, Sinfonia Venetto, Milano Classica Orchestra, Bari Symphony, San Remo Symphony, and Pomeriggi Musicale Orchestra of Milan. Spain: Sinfónica de Murcia, Joven Orquesta de la Comunidad de Madrid, and Excelentia Orchestra. Panamá: National Symphony, among many others.

In addition to a spectacular career as a conductor, he continues to enjoy international success as a concert organist, performing in venues such as the Meyerson Symphony Hall in Dallas, the Spivey Hall Distinguished Artist Series in Atlanta, the Olivet Nazarene recital series in Illinois, the cathedrals of Morelia, Guadalajara (Mexico) and Chartres (France), and the International Music Festivals in Toledo, Spain and Zamora, Mexico.

Maestro Guzman holds degrees from: The Conservatory of Music in Mexico City, the University of North Texas (BM), and Southern Methodist University (MM). His teachers include his mentor Anshel Brusilow, former concertmaster of the Philadelphia Orchestra and former music director of the Dallas Symphony, as well as internationally renowned conductors Helmuth Rilling (University of Oregon) and Carlo Maria Giulini (Accademia Chigiana in Siena, Italy). He was also a protégé of the late Maestro Eduardo Mata, music director of the Dallas Symphony. In his native Mexico, Hector Guzman achieved an impressive reputation as an organist, under Prof. Victor Urban, by taking first prize in the “Chamber Soloists” and the “Manuel M. Ponce” national organ competitions. In the United States, while a student of world famous master teachers Dr. Robert Anderson and Alfred Mouledous, he earned further distinction by winning solo competitions at Southern Methodist University, the University of North Texas, and he was the first Latin-American ever chosen as a finalist in the “Grand Prix de Chartres,” the world’s most prestigious international organ competition celebrated in France. He is also the recipient of the “Mozart Medal,” Mexico’s highest musical honor, presented by the embassy of Austria and the Mozart Academy in Mexico City, as well as the 2012 “Lifetime Achievement Award” of North Texas, and the 2014 Sigma Alpha Iota National Arts Associate award.

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2019-2020 B O A R D O F D I R E C T O R S

executive S T A F F

Robert A. Reed, Executive Director

Greg Patterson, Director of Development

Lisa Phillips, Director of Operations and Events

Kaitlin Einkauf, Finance Director

Gobriel Rusthoven, Debutante Co-Director

Lisa Traeger, Debutante Director

Isaiah McKee, Creative Services Manager

Linda Housewright, Patron Services Specialist

Luis Rodriguez, Music Librarian

Marc Jennings, Patron Services Manager

Douglas W. Kinzey, Director of Audience Engagement

Dr. Jennifer Wheeler, Director of Education

President Craig Barber

Vice President Mary Jo Cater

Secretary Janie Orr

Treasurer Ed Coyle

Linda BallardJulianne BarnumMarion BrocketteStephanie ChristiansRebeka EckerRoss GillispieDr. Christine HopkinsMarcia Nelson JacksonHumera Kassem

Buzz KolbeStephen KyriakosWilliam LangfordMirna LynchMike MangumBrenda MillsDarlene MorfordDr. Betty Bell MunsShirley Ogden

Polly PardoWanda Parker, P.E.Dr. Christopher ParrSheri PixleyCarlos Rodriguez-

GarciaGobriel RusthovenChristina RyanMelissa Sauvage

Senter

Vicky TeheraniLisa TraegerBill TuckerLauren WoodSue WoodAutumn ZankHector GuzmanRobert A. Reed

Parliamentarian Erin Stewart

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PLANO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA,

HECTOR GUZMAN, music director

PROGRAM

September 28, 2019

Raiders of the Lost Ark in ConcertMultimedia presentation

“RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK” licensed by LUCASFILM, LTD and PARAMOUNT PICTURES.Motion Picture, Artwork, Photos © 1981 Lucasfilm, Ltd. All Rights Reserved.

John Williams Raiders of the Lost Ark

INTERMISSION

John Williams Raiders of the Lost Ark

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2019-2020 D O N O R B E N E F I T S

GIFTS OF $50+Eligibility to join the GuildSubscription to monthly Symphony newsletter Recognition on website

GIFTS OF $100+Benefits in Previous levels +Name recognition in Concert Programs Invitations to 2 post-concert receptions

GIFTS OF $250+Benefits in Previous levels +Guest pass for 2 seats to select concerts 2 complimentary tickets to your choice of a

school concert performance or the Collin County Young Artist Competition

Invitations to 3 post-concert receptions

GIFTS OF $600+Benefits in Previous levels +Invitation to “Mimosas with the Maestro” brunchAnnual Backstage Tour of the Eisemann Center Invitation to 1 open rehearsal Invitations to 4 post-concert receptions

GIFTS OF $1,000+Benefits in Previous levels +Recognition as a member of the Virtuoso Society

and invitation to the annual Rotogravure DinnerPriority in requests for Seat Selection Change Eligibility for Subscription seating in the Luxury

Loge BoxInvitation to Season Sneak-Peek hosted by

Maestro Guzman Invitation to all open rehearsals Invitations to ALL season post-concert receptions

GIFTS OF $2,500+Benefits in Previous levels +Valet parking at Eisemann concerts Invitation to the annual “Dinner Under the Stars”VIP on-stage seating for all open rehearsalsOn screen recognition at February Concert

GIFTS OF $5,000+Benefits in Previous levels +Sponsor a musician/chair with name recognition

in program book and private lunch with musicianPrivate backstage meet-and-greet with musicians

and select guest artists

Enjoy the benefits of giving and see the PSO like never before through new experiences and access granted exclusively to our donors!

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2019-2020 season C O N T R I B U T O R S

The Plano Symphony Orchestra Association gratefully acknowledges the following individuals, families and companies who support the Symphony with a gift in value of $100 or more. Gifts listed were received prior to 9/6/19.

($100,000+)City of Plano

($25,000 AND UP)The Andrea-Mennen

Family Foundation

($10,000-$24,999)CignaFrisco Association for the ArtsSandy Nachman*Wanda & Cliff Parker*

($5,000-$9,999)Merrilee & Tim Kick*City of McKinneyCity of Richardson

($2,500-$4,999)Atmos EnergyJan & Craig Barber*Mrs. Forrest Green*Alice & Bill Hobbs*Doug Kinzey*Mirna Lynch*Tammy & Charles Miller*Pat & Bruce Morrice*Dr. Betty & James Muns*Drs. Pat Storck & Chris ParrMary Lou & Will Smith*Carol & Bill Tempest*Debbie & Keith Watson*

($1,000-$2,499)Linda Ballard*Ellie & Ira Barash*Emma M. Barnum*Dianne & Marion Brockette*Barbara Buehler*Buzz Kolbe*Mary Jo Cater*Stephanie & Mike Christians*Ed and Marilyn Coyle*Joan Dawson*Vicki & Rick Dean*Sharon & Jerry DeFalco*Rebeka S. Ecker*The Doctors Edling*Lydia Feuerberg*Nancy Freeman*Linda & Matt Gulick*Freda Hanley*Jean & Ken Hill*Marilyn & Dr. James Hinton III*

Drs. Christine & Eric Hopkins*Carolyn & John Huggins*Marcia & Ronald Jackson*Valerie & Hal Kauffeldt*Wendy & Bill Kula*Marla & Stephen Kyriakos*Lolisa Laenger*Lorraine & Paul Landefeld*Karen & William Langford*Carol & Joe Layne*Jennie & Russell LeClaire*Allison & Mike Mangum*Deepa & Dr. Raj Menon*Yvonne & Stephen Miller*Brenda & Coby Mills*Darlene Morford*Suzanne & Lonnie Morris*Terry & Mike Nettleton*Shirley & Dave Ogden*Janie & David Orr*Robert Paton*Donna Pellett*Peter Krause & Marita Miller*Sheri Lynn Pixley*Denise & Larry Pollis*Polly & Armando Pardo*Gregory Patterson*Robert A. Reed*Ryan Riggs*Robbie Robinson*Laura & Carlos Rodriguez-Garcia*Patsy & Gordon Roe*Gobriel & Jeff Rusthoven*Christina Ryan*Melissa & Mark Senter*Ann & Jack Schulik*Lillian & Edward Stankunas*Erin & Ben Stewart*Sherry & Art Stone*Vicky & Siroos Teherani*Andrea & Kent Thompson*Lisa & Jack Traeger*Arla & Bill C. Tucker*Janice & James Watson*Karen & Ron Wilson*Lauren Michelle Wood*Sue & Will Wood*Diana & Randy Wright*

($600-$999)Sharon & Mark FritzMaria & Richard MottKathy Minor SchneiderSharon Tiger & Robert Edwards

($250-$599)Diane Berman*Brian & Rosemarie ByrwaNancy Box DayKay & David EwingJanice D. FandrickAnna HaleDeborah HendrixGeri Hetterich*Kenneth MaunBrenda & C Gwin MorrisRandi M. Ross-Quick &

Jeffry M. QuickEvelyn & Ron ThompsonRebecca WarrenBeverly WesterPaul & Anne WhitemanElizabeth Witt

($100-$249)Sharon CowinJune & Edward DunkleJanet & Martin FriedBeverly & Martin GallagherAnnette & William GiesekerMervin GinsburgVy HansenSuzy JonesRosie KartalisSally LainLauretta LittleMei MeermansMary & Dr. Frank MocekKathryn & Dan MosherDavid OwensLeslie & Steven PidgeonJudith SteineRachelle Van Derven & Joe MilkesSheila & Don WilhelmusLinda & Robert Wilson

MATCHING GIFT CORPORATIONSAT&TBoeingConoco PhillipsMedical City of PlanoPepsico FoundationTexas Instrument Foundation

HONORARIUMAlice & Bill HobbsTammy & Charlie Miller

We try to keep the listing as accurate as possible, if for some reason there is an error in the listing.Please contact at [email protected]

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PLANNED GIVING RECOGNITIONA planned gift to the Plano Symphony Endowment will leave an enduring legacy of great music for your community. When funds arereceived they will be invested and managed by the Dallas Foundation on behalf of your Plano Symphony to ensure great music and

education programs for generations to come.

With grateful thanks to Dr. George (Robbie) S. and Lynore Ward Robinson, Jr. for the inaugural planned gift to the Plano Symphony Orchestra. Others including the Plano Symphony in their estate planning: Ellie & Ira Barash, Sandy Nachman, Wanda & Cliff

Parker, Robert Paton, Lindsey & Bruce Roberts.

If you are planning a legacy gift to the Plano Symphony, we would be honored to include your name on this page. Call Greg Patterson, Director of Development at 972-473-7262 x27 or email [email protected].

Despite our best efforts, the names of members are sometimes omitted or misspelled. We hope you will call the Plano Symphony at 972-473-7262 so that corrections can be made for the next book. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and sincerely

appreciate your generous and continued support for the Plano Symphony.

The Virtuoso Society is a special group of passionate and committed supporters of the Plano Symphony Orchestra. Members of the Virtuoso Society enjoy special recognition, a “Sneak Peek” at the coming new season, receptions with guest artists, an elegant annual Rotogravure dinner, a chance to sit in the Orchestra during a rehearsal, “Dinner Under the Stars” with the Maestro (Emerald Level of $2,500 annually), and more. For additional information on the Virtuoso Society, please call Greg Patterson, Director of Development, at 972-473-7262 x27.

* THE VIRTUOSO SOCIETY

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plano symphony orchestra M U S I C I A N S

Violin IAnia Bard-Schwarz,

ConcertmasterSzemoke Jobbagy, Associate

Concertmaster Oleg LarshinAbigail PottsChuong Vu Ronnamarie JensenYida Hu Leihlani Garcia TamezGary Schnitzer Klaudia CopDanielle Mendelson Marina Dichenko

Violin IIHubert Pralitz * Saejin Yoon Bethany Wildes Xinye NiuCrissanti Garcia TamezzClaudia JonesYuhong SunKarina Sim Mevlan MecidRachel Ort

ViolaApril Kondrat *Monika Nierychlo-Fryklund Bo Landefeld Monika IdasiakNorbert GerlIris MessingerSteven JuarezStephen Beall

CelloJohn Landefeld *Dan Totan Vilma Peguero Laura Ospina Alexander DjinovKyungjin YooIsaac KimYa-Chen (Jessy) Lee

Bass Jack Unzicker *Scott Sheffler Graham EubanksSteve Brown

Flute Lisa Nickl *Janelle OlsonJennifer Wheeler (Piccolo)

OboeSteve Pettey *Ashley Howe-FloresSusanna Hilliard (English Horn)

ClarinetDeborah Fabian *Robin KorevaarDonald Fabian (Bass &

E-Flat Clarinet)

BassoonLeslie Massenburg * Russell Riding Kyle Larson (Contrabassoon)

HornSusan Frazier *Timothy StevensKirstin SchularickJason Hofmeister Vanessa Gardner (Assistant)

TrumpetGlen Hummel *Adam MillerDonald Burks Nathan Little (Assistant)

TromboneJames McNair *Efrain Sain Barney McCollum

(Bass Trombone)

TubaNathan Frazier

TimpaniJeffrey Keene

PercussionSteven Kimple *Jay MajernikJon LeeWilliam Klymus

PianoChloe Grein

KeyboardAndrew Grein

HarpJuliette Buchanan

Librarian: Luis Rodriguez

Concert Production ManagerJim Gasewicz

*denotes principal

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C O R P O R A T E | F O U N D A T I O N | G O V E R N M E N T

$100,000+

$25,000-$99,999

$10,000-$24,999

(in the past 12 months)

The Plano Symphony Orchestra is funded in part by The City of Plano.

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C O R P O R A T E | F O U N D A T I O N | G O V E R N M E N T

Muns Foundation Robinson FoundationBurnham Foundation

$5,000-$9,999

Funded in part by the City of McKinney through the City of McKinney Arts Commission.

Funded in part by the City of Richardson through the City of Richardson Cultural Arts Commission.

$2,500-$4,999

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debutante class of 2 0 1 9

Miss Grayson Arcemont daughter of

Mr. and Mrs. Dave Arcemont

Miss Reece Barbara daughter of

Mr. and Mrs. Dan Barbara

Miss Molly Cooke daughter of

Mr. and Mrs. Steve Cooke

Miss Whitney Ecker daughter of

Mr. and Mrs. David W. Ecker

Miss Janey Jackson daughter of

Mr. and Mrs. Earl Jackson

Miss Fallon Phillips daughter of

Ms. Elizabeth Phillips

Miss Elaina Wheeler daughter of

Mr. and Mrs. Nick Wheeler

Miss Madison Doyle daughter of

Mr. and Mrs. James Doyle

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