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2019 Extraordinary music. Exhilarating performances.
WASO 2019 Masters Series
Welcome to WASO
In 1999 I arrived in Perth for the very first time to conduct Verdi’s
Requiem with the West Australian Symphony Orchestra. Little did
I know that this first engagement would begin a twenty year-long
(and continuing!) love affair with Perth. I’m delighted that in this
anniversary year I will once again conduct Verdi’s magnificent work
with this incredible Orchestra.
Reflecting on that first experience, and so many more unforgettable
moments I’ve had here since, has inspired us to shape a bright and
bold celebration of music in 2019.
We welcome the exceptional Australian soprano, Siobhan Stagg, as
our first Artist in Association. Siobhan has established herself as a
much sought-after artist in the finest opera houses and concert halls
of Europe and North America. In 2019 she will be our soloist in three
concerts, singing music of Poulenc, Strauss and Verdi.
We also welcome Nikolaj Znaider as our Featured Artist. Known
perhaps more as one of the world’s finest violinists, he is also now
much in demand as an inspiring conductor. In 2019 we are fortunate
to experience both facets of his artistry - and I’m especially excited to
appear as soloist in his concert!
We celebrate the triumphant return of last season's Isolde,
Gun-Brit Barkmin, in a gala concert and enjoy the Festival of
Chamber Music nestled in Perth's favourite venue for intimate
performances, Government House Ballroom.
I hope you will bring a sense of adventure and discovery to our 2019
season as we bring to you exceptional performances of extraordinary
music - glorious, audacious and beautiful.
Asher Fisch
Principal Conductor & Artistic Adviser
Asher Fisch appears courtesy of Wesfarmers Arts
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WASO 2019 Your Orchestra
Your Orchestra
Double Bass Flute Piccolo
Andrew Louise Christine Andrew Mark Andrew Mary-Anne Michael
Sinclair* Elaerts Reitzenstein Tait Tooby Nicholson Blades Waye
Principal Principal Assoc Principal Principal
^Anonymous
Violin Oboe Cor Anglais Clarinet Bass Clarinet
Laurence Semra Graeme Zak Kylie Kate Sarah Fleur Stephanie Liz Leanne Allan Lorna Alexander
Jackson Lee-Smith Norris Rowntree* Liang Sullivan Blackman Challen Dean Chee Glover Meyer Cook Millier
Concertmaster Assistant Principal 1st Principal 2nd Assoc Principal Assistant Principal ^Nadia & Assoc Principal Principal Principal Principal
Concertmaster Violin Violin 2nd Violin 2nd Violin Marc Geary
^Sam & Leanne
Walsh
Bassoon Contrabassoon Horn
Rebecca Beth Alexandra Sunmi Christina Ellie Akiko Lucas Melanie
Glorie Hebert Isted Jung Katsimbardis Lawrence Miyazawa O’Brien Pearn
Jane Kircher- Adam Chloe David Robert Julia Francesco
Lindner Mikulicz Turner Evans Gladstones Brooke Lo Surdo
Principal Assoc Principal Principal Principal Principal 3rd
Horn
Ken Louise Jolanta Jane Kathryn Bao Di Cerys David
Peeler Sandercock Schenk Serrangeli Shinnick Tang Tooby Yeh
Trumpet Trombone Bass Trombone
Viola
Brent Peter Miller Joshua Liam Philip
Alex Kierstan Nik Benjamin Alison Rachael Allan Elliot Helen Grapes Davis O’Malley Holdsworth
Brogan Arkleysmith Babic Caddy Hall Kirk McLean O’Brien Tuckey Principal Principal Assoc Principal Principal
^Dr Glenda Campbell-
Assoc Principal Evans & Dr Ken Evans
Cello Tuba Timpani Percussion Harp
*Instruments used by
these musicians are
on loan from Janet
Rod Louise Shigeru Oliver Nicholas Eve Fotis Tim Xiao Le Cameron Alex Brian Francois Sarah Holmes à Court AC.
McGrath McKay Komatsu McAslan Metcalfe Silver* Skordas South Wu Brook Timcke Maloney Combemorel Bowman
Principal Assoc Principal Principal Principal Assoc Principal Principal ^Chair partnered by
Principal
^Peter & Jean Stokes
Percussion & Timpani
^Tokyo Gas ^Penrhos College ^Stott Hoare
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WASO 2019 Masters Series
Contents
09
10 An Evening with Gun-Brit Barkmin
Our Gala event.
12 Masters Series
Discover inspiring masterworks performed by the world’s leading artists.
18 MACA Limited Classics Series
Classical music’s ‘greatest hits’ with Australian and international soloists.
24 Morning Symphony Series
Much-loved classics in one-hour experiences. Spend your mornings with WASO.
30 WASO's Festival of Chamber Music
Two days of superb music and intimate performances.
32 Special Events
A mix of contemporary music, classical favourites and movie concerts with live orchestra.
35 Family
Events to share with the young people in your life.
40 How to book a season package
Everything you need to know to get the best WASO experience and save time and money.
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WASO 2019
WASO 2019 Subscription Information
Extraordinary Music
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Shigeru Komatsu – Cello
Joined WASO in 1987
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WASO 2019 Discovery Concerts
An Evening with Discovery
Gun-Brit Barkmin Concerts
Our Gala event. A New Way To Experience Classical Music.
In August 2018 the acclaimed German Principal conductor, teacher and
soprano Gun-Brit Barkmin made her all-round raconteur, Asher Fisch presents
Australian debut in WASO’s Tristan und a new series of Discovery Concerts
Isolde and blew everyone away. From the inspired by the enormous success of
roar of the audience we knew that Perth Wagner and Beyond in 2017. These
wanted more of this exceptional artist. concerts are an enlightening and
We’ve responded. entertaining experience with a keynote
discussion and musical excerpts,
We have created an evening of operatic culminating in a full performance finale.
and vocal masterworks from Beethoven,
Strauss and Wagner to shine the These concerts are for everyone; for
spotlight on Barkmin’s phenomenal those who want to learn more and those
talent. And being renowned worldwide who have not yet seized the opportunity
as one of the finest exponents of Salome, to experience a WASO concert.
Friday 23 August 7.30pm we are thrilled that she concludes this
gala event with the dramatic final scene Over the coming seasons we will
Sunday 25 August 5pm Discovery Concert:
of Strauss’ extraordinary opera. continue to explore new genres and
The Art of Orchestration (page 17) topics and we hope you will join us on
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience this journey of discovery.
BEETHOVEN Fidelio: Overture one of the most remarkable voices of our Discovery Concert:
BEETHOVEN Fidelio: Abscheulicher! wo eilst The Classical Symphony (page 21)
du hin?
generation with Asher Fisch leading ‘an Asher Fisch appears courtesy of Wesfarmers Arts
MAHLER Blumine orchestra at the top of its game’.
STRAUSS, R. Four Last Songs
WAGNER Tannhäuser: Entrance of the Guests “Gun-Brit Barkmin… was a revelation.”
Create Your Own Package
WAGNER Tannhäuser: Dich, teure Halle - The Australian
STRAUSS, R. Salome: Dance of the Seven You might like to include these unique experiences in a package selection of concerts with An Evening with
Gun-Brit Barkmin (page 10), Bach's St Matthew Passion (page 34) or WASO Chorus Sings (page 32) in a Create Your
Veils “She gave an extraordinarily complete Own package.
STRAUSS, R. Salome: Final scene portrayal… It’s always a joy to hear a singer in
their native tongue, and [Barkmin’s] linguistic Choose 3 or more concerts, get the best available seats and all the subscriber benefits.
Gun-Brit Barkmin soprano authority made every syllable count.”
Asher Fisch conductor Subscribe Now
- Limelight magazine
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WASO 2019 Masters Series
Masters Series Discover inspiring masterworks performed
by the world’s leading artists.
Choose Your Season Package
8 Concert Package / Save 20%
– All performances at Perth Concert Hall.
– Free ticket exchanges available.**
– Subscribers can pay in 2, 3 or 4 instalments.
– Get the best available and same seats for each concert in the series.
Reserve Standard Concession* Under 30
A $569.60 $505.60 $160.00
B $505.60 $460.80 $160.00
C^ $424.00 $384.00 $160.00
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**Conditions Apply. *Concession details see page 44. ^ Restricted viewing.
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Want the same great savings with more flexibility? You might like to
include a selection of these concerts with WASO's Favourites (page 33),
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WASO 2019 Masters Series
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Mozart Symphony Mozart’s Clarinet Tchaikovsky’s Shostakovich &
No.40 Concerto Violin Concerto Tchaikovsky
Enchanting works composed Beauty and Asher Fisch leads a trio of A Russian
in a blaze of creativity. Passion. richly melodic works. spectacular.
Friday 15 March 7.30pm Friday 3 May 7.30pm Friday 21 June 7.30pm Friday 5 July 7.30pm
Saturday 16 March 7.30pm Saturday 4 May 7.30pm Saturday 22 June 7.30pm Saturday 6 July 7.30pm
MOZART Symphony No.40 MOZART Clarinet Concerto PFITZNER Palestrina: Three Preludes ESA-PEKKA SALONEN Nyx
RAVEL Shéhérazade ELGAR Symphony No.1 TCHAIKOVSKY Violin Concerto SHOSTAKOVICH Cello Concerto
POULENC Stabat Mater MENDELSSOHN Symphony No.4 No.1
Mark Wigglesworth conductor WD
Italian TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No.5
Asher Fisch conductor Andreas Ottensamer clarinet WD
Siobhan Stagg soprano (pictured) (pictured)
Asher Fisch conductor Dima Slobodeniouk conductor WD
(2019 WASO Artist in Association) Vadim Gluzman violin (pictured) Narek Hakhnazaryan cello (pictured) WD
WASO Chorus
Andreas Ottensamer has held the
St George’s Cathedral Consort
Julia Brooke – Horn coveted position of Principal Clarinet Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto is one Lauded for his deeply informed and
Joined WASO in 2014 of the Berlin Philharmonic since of his finest creations, combining intelligent musicianship, Russian
Principal Conductor Asher Fisch opens 2011. Through his orchestral work, sublime lyricism, yearning Russian conductor Dima Slobodeniouk makes
the 2019 Masters Series with a concert concerto, recital and chamber music wistfulness and thrilling virtuosity. his WASO debut with Tchaikovsky’s
of dramatic and enchanting works. performances, he is now one of the To perform this perennially popular Fifth Symphony. This irresistible work
Composed in a blaze of creativity most in-demand clarinettists on the masterpiece we welcome back to explores the agonies and ecstasies of
during the summer of 1788, Mozart’s planet. He brings his sensitive artistry Perth the great Russian violinist fate, journeying from a bleak funeral
penultimate Symphony is among and liquid tone to Mozart’s divine Vadim Gluzman, whose recording march to a powerful conclusion.
the most enduring and popular of all Clarinet Concerto. of the Concerto was described by
his works. ClassicsToday as “jaw-droppingly Hailed as “the real deal” and “nothing
English conductor Mark Wigglesworth short of magnificent”, Armenian-born
spectacular”.
Poulenc composed his Stabat Mater in has an enviable reputation as a Narek Hakhnazaryan is already one
only two months, which he attributed musician of immense artistic integrity The concert concludes with another of the finest cellists of his generation.
to heavenly inspiration. Exceptional and is renowned for his masterly favourite, Mendelssohn’s sun-kissed He brings his formidable technical
Australian soprano Siobhan Stagg interpretations. His commanding Fourth Symphony – a beguiling prowess to one of the most difficult
brings her luminous tone to this control and passionate insight will musical postcard inspired by his works in the cellist’s repertoire,
moving work and to Ravel’s sumptuous bring Elgar’s dramatic First Symphony travels to Italy. Shostakovich’s First Cello Concerto.
song cycle, Shéhérazade. to life.
“Gluzman is the perfect balance
“There can be no doubt, Siobhan “… when the summer’s highlights between confident showman and
Stagg really is something special.” are recalled this superlative reserved perfectionist, radiating
– Limelight Magazine performance of Elgar’s First both a quiet, sincere charisma
Symphony by the BBC National and a wonderfully unselfconscious
Asher Fisch appears courtesy of Wesfarmers Arts
Orchestra of Wales under Mark reverence for the music.”
Wigglesworth will surely be near – Limelight Magazine
the top. It had everything.”
– The Times Asher Fisch appears courtesy of Wesfarmers Arts
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WASO 2019 Masters Series
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Javier Perianes “Not many composers Schumann & Symphonie Discovery Concert:
Plays Beethoven Strauss Fantastique The Art of
Lyricism, drama and two
can take you on a journey Maestro and soloist Dreams, Witches and
Orchestration
favourite guest artists.
of Spanish bravado in trade places. Visions. Music in all its orchestral glory.
one piece, and then
transfix you in images
of mortality in the next.
Such is the magic of
Friday 2 August 7.30pm
Saturday 3 August 7.30pm Richard Strauss and Friday 30 August 7.30pm
Saturday 31 August 7.30pm
Friday 4 October 7.30pm
Saturday 5 October 7.30pm
Friday 22 November 7.30pm
Saturday 23 November 7.30pm
BEETHOVEN Piano Concerto No.4 the utter beauty of his MENDELSSOHN Ruy Blas: Overture SCHMITT Rêves BACH, J.S. orch. STOKOWSKI
tone poems.”
BRUCKNER Symphony No.6 SCHUMANN Piano Concerto JAMES LEDGER Viola Concerto P Toccata and Fugue in D minor
STRAUSS. R. Don Juan BERLIOZ Symphonie fantastique STRAUSS, R. Orchestral Songs
Simone Young conductor
STRAUSS. R. Death and RAVEL Alborada del gracioso
Javier Perianes piano (pictured) Fabien Gabel conductor WD
Transfiguration MUSSORGSKY orch. RAVEL
Brett Dean viola (pictured)
Pictures at an Exhibition
Nikolaj Znaider conductor
Spanish pianist Javier Perianes returns (2019 WASO Featured Artist) Asher Fisch conductor/presenter (pictured)
to WASO following his acclaimed Asher Fisch piano (pictured) Two dream-filled French works frame
Siobhan Stagg soprano
2016 debut. Described as “a pianist Julia Brooke – Horn a world premiere conducted by one (2019 WASO Artist in Association)
of impeccable and refined taste”, Joined WASO in 2014 of the stars of the new generation, Joseph Nolan organ
his poetic sensibility makes him the In an unmissable trading of places Fabien Gabel.
perfect pianist for Beethoven’s Fourth WASO Principal Conductor
Piano Concerto. Asher Fisch and Danish violinist Inspired by unrequited romantic love, In this illuminating concert, Principal
Nikolaj Znaider switch roles as Berlioz’s radical masterpiece Conductor Asher Fisch explores how
In 2016 Simone Young brought us a Maestro and soloist! Symphonie fantastique is full of great composers transformed works
superb interpretation of Bruckner’s passions, dreams and phantoms – originally conceived for solo keyboard
Fourth Symphony. Now she turns her One of the world’s finest violinists, a lovesick musician’s hallucinatory into the orchestral masterpieces that
insightful musicianship to his Sixth, Nikolaj Znaider is now also a much fantasies. Astonishingly modern and we know and love.
the most original of all his symphonic sought-after conductor, while our revolutionary at its premiere in 1830,
works. Bold and dramatic, it also very own Maestro, Asher Fisch, is it is still breathtaking nearly 200 The concert features Leopold
features one of Bruckner’s most also renowned as a sensitive and years later. Stokowski’s spectacular, “Hollywood”
sublime and heart-breaking slow stylish pianist. Schumann’s rapturous version of Bach’s famous Toccata and
movements. Piano Concerto is the perfect vehicle Multi award-winner James Ledger is Fugue. Australian soprano Siobhan
for Asher Fisch’s boundless musical one of Australia’s finest composers. Stagg performs sublime Strauss songs
“In the Spanish soloist Javier passion, and Nikolaj Znaider and His new Viola Concerto is his 11th in both their original and orchestral
Perianes, the work found an ideal WASO will positively revel in the work to be premiered by WASO and versions. Asher himself explores how
exponent… Seldom, if ever, have I swaggering orchestral sound of was composed especially for one of the raw intensity of Mussorgsky’s most
encountered such a combination Strauss’ Don Juan. Australia’s greatest musicians, Brett radical piano work was transformed
of evident modesty and utter Dean, himself an acclaimed composer, into a sophisticated orchestral
brilliance.” Asher Fisch appears courtesy of Wesfarmers Arts soloist and former member of the showpiece by one of the masters of
- The Sunday Times Berlin Philharmonic. orchestration, Maurice Ravel.
World Artist Javier Perianes appears courtesy of James Ledger’s Viola Concerto was commissioned for the Asher Fisch appears courtesy of Wesfarmers Arts
Singapore Airlines. West Australian Symphony Orchestra by Geoff Stearn
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MACA Limited Classics Series
WASO 2019
Classics Series
MACA
Classical music’s ‘greatest hits’ with Australian
Limited and international soloists.
Choose Your Season Package
8 Concert Package / Save 20%
– All performances at Perth Concert Hall.
– Free ticket exchanges available.**
– Subscribers can pay in 2, 3 or 4 instalments.
– Get the best available and same seats for each concert in the series.
Reserve Standard Concession* Under 30
A $569.60 $505.60 $160.00
B $505.60 $460.80 $160.00
C^ $424.00 $384.00 $160.00
Prices include the 20% discount in A and B reserve only.
**Conditions Apply. *Concession details see page 44. ^ Restricted viewing.
Create Your Own Package / Save up to 20%
Want more flexibility and great savings? You might like to include a
selection of these concerts in a Create Your Own package alongside
Last Night of the Proms (page 33), WASO's Favourites (page 33) and
An Evening with Gun-Brit Barkmin (page 10).
Choose 3 or more concerts, get the best available seats and all the
subscriber benefits.
Subscribe Now – 08 9326 0000 – waso.com.au
or complete the booking form on page 45
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Tchaikovsky’s Rachmaninov’s Romantic Discovery Concert:
Nutcracker Rhapsody Rachmaninov & The Classical
Pure magic. On a Theme of
Symphonic Sorcery! Symphony
Paganini. Mystical Wizardry. Haydn, Mozart & Beethoven.
Friday 22 March 7.30pm Friday 5 April 7.30pm Friday 31 May 7.30pm Friday 28 June 7.30pm
Saturday 23 March 7.30pm Saturday 6 April 7.30pm Saturday 1 June 7.30pm Saturday 29 June 7.30pm
RESPIGHI Pines of Rome TCHAIKOVSKY The Tempest DUKAS The Sorcerer’s Apprentice HAYDN Excerpts from various
RESPIGHI Rossiniana RACHMANINOV Rhapsody on a GLAZUNOV Violin Concerto symphonies
TCHAIKOVSKY The Nutcracker Theme of Paganini RACHMANINOV Symphony No.2 MOZART Excerpts from various
(Selections from the complete ballet) STRAVINSKY Petrushka symphonies
Nicholas Carter conductor
BEETHOVEN Symphony No.4
Asher Fisch conductor (pictured) Jaime Martín conductor WD Sergei Dogadin violin (pictured) WD
Bezhod Abduraimov piano (pictured) Asher Fisch conductor/presenter (pictured)
Respighi’s Pines of Rome is a Prompted by his exile from Russia
stunning symphonic panorama of In his WASO debut Jaime Martín and composed as he grappled with This concert is the first in a series
the landscapes of the Eternal City. conducts an all-Russian concert history and faith, Rachmaninov’s exploring the evolution of the core of
Featuring an orchestra of nearly bursting with colour, imagination and gorgeous Second Symphony is a work the modern orchestra’s repertoire – the
100 musicians, this vivid orchestral devilish flair. bursting with seductive melodies of Symphony. Join Principal Conductor
showpiece is one of the most heart-wrenching passion and beauty. and presenter Asher Fisch as we
spectacular displays of orchestral Rachmaninov’s show-stopping Australian conductor Nicholas Carter, Brian Maloney – Principal Percussion go right back to where it all began,
colour ever composed. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini is a Principal Conductor of the Adelaide with the music of the “Father of the
Joined WASO in 2016
concerto in all but name, its variations Symphony Orchestra, returns to WASO Symphony”, Joseph Haydn, and
Few ballet scores are as beloved as on Paganini’s Caprice No.24 full of with this romantic tour-de-force. his illustrious successor, Wolfgang
Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker. Journey scintillating and inventive detail. Amadeus Mozart. Share Asher’s
with Asher Fisch to the land of the Bezhod Abduraimov returns to Perth The concert opens with Dukas’ famous own insights into the music of the
Sugar Plum Fairy and hear all of to dazzle you with this virtuosic work immortalised in Disney’s classic Classical Era and discover how its
your Nutcracker favourites including showpiece. The enthralling symphonic film Fantasia and Glazunov’s sweetly greatest masters paved the way for all
the fiery Trepak, Waltz of the journey of three fairground puppets lyrical Violin Concerto, performed symphonic music that followed.
Flowers and of course the dancing comes to life in the second half with by the winner of the 2018 Singapore
Fairies themselves! Stravinsky’s energetic and richly International Violin Competition, The concert concludes with a
melodic Petrushka. Sergei Dogadin. complete performance of Beethoven’s
Asher Fisch appears courtesy of Wesfarmers Arts
spirited Fourth Symphony. His last
“… here is an artist (Bezhod “Classical” Symphony, the Fourth is
Abduraimov) whose star is even more Beethoven’s final glance back to the
in the ascendant. Really, there are no sophisticated elegance of Haydn
limits to what he can achieve…” and Mozart, before his very next
– Limelight Magazine Symphony ushered in the ambitions,
drama and passions of the early
Romantic Era.
Principal Chair partnered by Stott Hoare
Asher Fisch appears courtesy of Wesfarmers Arts
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Znaider Plays Beethoven’s Eroica Organ Symphony “To witness the magic Verdi’s Requiem
Elgar
An exceptional concerto. A heroic triumph Symphonic grandeur and a
of Dukas’ The Sorcerer’s Thrilling and Dramatic.
An extraordinary instrument. over fate. dazzling concerto. Apprentice, Glazunov’s
Violin Concerto or
Rachmaninov’s Second
Symphony individually
would prove to be a
Friday 16 August 7.30pm
Saturday 17 August 7.30pm
Friday 11 October 7.30pm
Saturday 12 October 7.30pm
Friday 15 November 7.30pm
Saturday 16 November 7.30pm memorable experience. Friday 29 November 7.30pm
Saturday 30 November 7.30pm
ELGAR Violin Concerto VAUGHAN WILLIAMS Fantasia on MUSSORGSKY arr. RIMSKY- But to witness all of them VERDI Requiem
BRAHMS Symphony No.2
together in one program
a Theme by Thomas Tallis KORSAKOV Night on Bald Mountain
Asher Fisch conductor (pictured)
IAIN GRANDAGE Cor anglais P PROKOFIEV Piano Concerto No.1
Asher Fisch conductor Siobhan Stagg soprano
Concerto SAINT-SAENS Symphony No.3
Nikolaj Znaider violin (pictured) (2019 WASO Artist in Association)
under a world class
(2019 WASO Featured Artist) BEETHOVEN Symphony No.3 Eroica Organ Symphony Stefanie Irányi mezzo soprano
Douglas Boyd conductor Lionel Bringuier conductor WD Paul O’Neill tenor
Leanne Glover cor anglais (pictured) Alexander Gavrylyuk piano (pictured) Warwick Fyfe baritone
conductor, soloist, and
Nikolaj Znaider is one of the most
WASO Chorus
sought-after violinists in the world.
St George’s Cathedral Consort
He returns to WASO to perform Inspired by the ideals of the To hear Perth Concert Hall’s
Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra
Elgar’s Violin Concerto on the same
extraordinary instrument - the 1741
Guarnerius del Gesù – that the great
French revolution and the German
Enlightenment, Beethoven’s Eroica
Symphony is also a deeply personal
3000-pipe organ in all its glory is an
experience in itself; to hear it in the
exhilarating finale of Saint-Saëns’
orchestra will prove to Chorus
Fritz Kreisler used for the Concerto’s
premiere over a century ago.
statement. This exhilarating and
ground-breaking work is a triumph of
grandly romantic Third Symphony
is completely unforgettable! This be unforgettable.” Since his first appearance with
WASO in 1999, Asher Fisch has
forged a powerful connection with
artistic will over tragic adversity. spectacular and richly melodic work is
Asher Fisch proved himself a the Orchestra. To celebrate the 20th
brought to life by the exciting young
brilliant interpreter of Brahms when Vaughan Williams drew inspiration anniversary of his debut we go back
French conductor, Lionel Bringuier.
he led WASO through its first-ever from the musical glories of Tudor to where it all began as Asher
Brahms symphony cycle in 2015. England in his Fantasia on a Theme After dazzling WASO audiences in 2017 Brian Maloney – Principal Percussion conducts Verdi’s transcendent and
He now returns to the music of by Thomas Tallis, a sublime fusion of with his lyrical touch and stunning monumental Requiem.
Joined WASO in 2016
this great composer and leads his sacred music and folksong. virtuosity, Alexander Gavrylyuk
Orchestra through Brahms’ glorious returns to perform Prokofiev’s brilliant Operatic in its earth-shaking intensity,
Second Symphony. Iain Grandage is one of Australia’s First Piano Concerto. Verdi’s great sacred masterpiece is
most exciting, creative and staggeringly beautiful, dramatically
“Occasionally, a recording comes collaborative composers, and his new “Alexander Gavrylyuk is, easily, exhilarating and heartfelt in its
along which radically changes a great Concerto is written especially for long- the most compelling pianist of his outpouring of human grief
piece: Nikolaj Znaider’s amazing time colleague and friend, WASO’s generation.” and devotion.
account of Elgar’s Violin Concerto is Principal Cor anglais, Leanne Glover. – Limelight Magazine
revolutionary.” Join Asher Fisch, four world-class
– The Guardian Iain Grandage’s Cor anglais Concerto was commissioned for
the West Australian Symphony Orchestra as a gift to Emeritus
soloists plus the massed voices of
Professor David Tunley AM. This work was supported by Prof. three choruses for an incomparable
Asher Fisch appears courtesy of Wesfarmers Arts Tunley’s colleagues and friends led by Emeritus Professor
Margaret Seares AO concert experience.
Principal Chair partnered by Stott Hoare Asher Fisch appears courtesy of Wesfarmers Arts
22 WD WASO Debut P World Premiere 23WASO 2019 Morning Symphony Series
Morning Symphony Much-loved classics in one-hour experiences.
Spend your mornings with WASO.
Series Wesfarmers Arts free pre-concert talk in the auditorium of Perth Concert Hall at 9.40am.
Complimentary tea and coffee prior to the concert. Enjoy a buffet lunch for an additional $22.
Choose Your Season Package
8 Concert Package / Save 20%
– All performances at Perth Concert Hall.
– Subscribers can pay in 2, 3 or 4 instalments.
– Get the best available and same seats for each concert.
Standard Concession* Under 30
One Reserve $377.60 $313.60 $160.00
* Concession details see page 44.
Create Your Own Package / Save up to 20%
Want more flexibility and the same great savings? Include a selection
of these concerts with WASO Chorus Sings (page 32) and WASO's
Favourites (page 33) in a Create Your Own package.
Choose 3 or more concerts, get the best available seats and all the
subscriber benefits.
Subscribe Now – 08 9326 0000 – waso.com.au
or complete the booking form on page 45
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Tchaikovsky’s Elgar’s First Romantic Tchaikovsky’s
Nutcracker Symphony Rachmaninov Violin
Concerto
Pure magic. Majesty and From brooding Irresistible passion
Passion. mystery to wild and virtuoso
energy. acrobatics.
Thursday 21 March 11am Thursday 2 May 11am Thursday 30 May 11am Thursday 20 June 11am
RESPIGHI Rossiniana ELGAR Symphony No.1 RACHMANINOV TCHAIKOVSKY Violin
TCHAIKOVSKY The Symphony No.2 Concerto
Mark Wigglesworth WD
Nutcracker (Selections MENDELSSOHN
conductor (pictured) Nicholas Carter conductor
from the complete ballet) (pictured) Symphony No.4 Italian
Asher Fisch conductor Asher Fisch conductor
(pictured) English conductor Mark Vadim Gluzman violin
Wigglesworth has an Prompted by his (pictured)
enviable reputation as exile from Russia and
Few ballet scores are as a musician of immense composed as he grappled
beloved as Tchaikovsky’s artistic integrity and is with history and faith, Tchaikovsky’s perennially
Nutcracker. Journey with renowned for his masterly Rachmaninov’s gorgeous popular Violin Concerto is
Asher Fisch to the land of interpretations. His Second Symphony is one of his finest creations,
the Sugar Plum Fairy and commanding control and a work bursting with combining sublime
hear all of your Nutcracker passionate insight will seductive melodies of lyricism, yearning Russian
favourites including the bring Elgar’s dramatic First heart-wrenching passion wistfulness and thrilling
fiery Trepak, Waltz of Symphony to life, a work and beauty. Australian virtuosity. To perform
the Flowers and of course that was instantly hailed at conductor Nicholas Carter, this masterpiece we are
the dancing Fairies its premiere as the greatest Principal Conductor of delighted to welcome back
themselves! The series Symphony of modern times. the Adelaide Symphony to Perth the great Russian
begins with Respighi’s Orchestra, returns to violinist Vadim Gluzman,
Rossiniana, a beautiful “Wigglesworth drew WASO with this romantic whose recording of the
though rarely-performed dazzling playing.” tour-de-force. Tchaikovsky Concerto was
suite based on piano works – The Observer described by ClassicsToday
by Rossini. as “jaw-droppingly
Asher Fisch appears courtesy of
spectacular”.
Wesfarmers Arts Asher Fisch appears courtesy of
Wesfarmers Arts
Chloe Turner –
Principal Contrabassoon
Joined WASO in 2013
26 WD WASO Debut 27WASO 2019 Morning Symphony Series
“One of my picks for the Morning 5 6 7 8
Tchaikovsky Asher Symphonie The Art of
Symphony Series would have to be Symphony Fisch Plays Fantastique Orchestration
Berlioz’s Symphonie fantastique. No.5 Schumann
It’s a mesmerising portrayal of Grief, joy and
triumph.
A profoundly
personal piano
Two dream-filled
French works.
Music in all its
orchestral glory.
intense desire and his sinister side concerto.
is so vivid, I never tire of playing
or listening to this great musical
fantasy. I’m also really looking
forward to Mussorgsky’s Pictures Thursday 4 July 11am Thursday 29 August 11am Thursday 3 October 11am Thursday 21 November 11am
at an Exhibition because that has a ESA-PEKKA SALONEN SCHUMANN Piano SCHMITT Rêves BACH, J.S. orch.
great contrabassoon part.”
Nyx Concerto BERLIOZ Symphonie STOKOWSKI Toccata and
TCHAIKOVSKY STRAUSS, R. Death and fantastique Fugue in D minor
Symphony No.5 Transfiguration RAVEL Alborada del
Fabien Gabel conductor WD
gracioso
Dima Slobodeniouk WD Nikolaj Znaider conductor (pictured)
MUSSORGSKY orch.
conductor (pictured) Asher Fisch piano (pictured)
RAVEL Pictures at an
Exhibition
Chloe Turner – Principal Contrabassoon Inspired by unrequited
Joined WASO in 2013 romantic love, Berlioz’s Asher Fisch conductor
Lauded for his deeply In an unmissable trading (pictured)
radical masterpiece
informed and intelligent of places WASO Principal
Symphonie fantastique is
musicianship, Russian Conductor Asher Fisch
full of passions, dreams
conductor Dima and Danish violinist Nikolaj
and phantoms – a lovesick Asher Fisch conducts
Slobodeniouk makes Znaider switch roles as
musician’s hallucinatory works originally conceived
his WASO debut with Maestro and soloist!
fantasies. Revolutionary for keyboard that were
Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Schumann’s rapturous
at its premiere in 1830, it transformed by great
Symphony. This irresistible Piano Concerto is the
remains breathtaking nearly composers into the
work explores the agonies perfect vehicle for
200 years later. orchestral masterpieces
and ecstasies of fate, Asher Fisch’s boundless
we know and love. Be
journeying from a bleak musical passion. Fabien Gabel, one of the blown away by Stokowski’s
funeral march to a powerful stars of the new generation
Nikolaj Znaider then leads spectacular, “Hollywood”
conclusion. We open with opens this concert with the
the Orchestra through version of Bach’s famous
the kaleidoscopic textures concentrated atmospherics
the intense poetic visions Toccata and see how
of Esa-Pekka Salonen’s of Florent Schmitt’s Rêves –
of Strauss' Death and Ravel transformed the raw
Nyx, named after the Greek a West Australian premiere.
Transfiguration. intensity of Mussorgsky’s
Goddess of the night.
most radical piano work
Asher Fisch appears courtesy of “Few conductors generate
Wesfarmers Arts into a sophisticated
excitement quite like Fabien
orchestral showpiece.
Gabel.”
– City Newspaper, Rochester Asher Fisch appears courtesy of
Wesfarmers Arts
28 WD WASO Debut 29WASO 2019 WASO's Festival of Chamber Music
WASO’s Festival of Two days of superb music and
intimate performances.
Chamber Music
Saturday 2 March & Sunday 3 March Saturday 2 March Sunday 3 March Government
Government House Ballroom
12pm – Bach to Brass 2.30pm– Brahms & Strauss
1pm 3.30pm
A baroque favourite and sonic feats Richly melodic Brahms and Strauss’
from WASO’s brass. mischievous misadventures.
Purchase a day package and save BACH, J.S. Brandenburg Concerto No.5 BRAHMS Piano Quartet No.2 in A, Op.26
BARBER Mutations from Bach STRAUSS, R. arr. DAVID M. CARP
BACH, J.S arr. LUTHER HENDERSON Till Eulenspiegel's Merry Pranks
Saturday Package – 4 concerts Well Tampered Bach
General Admission – Save 20% $112 arr. JOSHUA DAVIS South American Tango
Suite
Under 30 $80
4.30pm – Magical Mozart
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Delightful and charming elegance.
General Admission – Save 20% $56
2pm – Haydn & Brahms MOZART Flute Quartet in D K.285
Under 30 $40 MOZART Duo for violin and viola, K.423
3pm
Brahms’ sublime autumnal masterpiece. MOZART Wind Serenade K.388
Sunday Package + Twilight Gala $160
HAYDN String Quartet in D minor, Op.76 No.2
Celebrate some of the most exquisite Full weekend experience BRAHMS Clarinet Quintet
music written for chamber ensembles Saturday & Sunday & Twilight Gala $272
over two days in the beautiful and
7.30pm – Twilight Chamber Gala
9.30pm
intimate Government House Ballroom. An evening of glorious music and gourmet food.
Single tickets on sale Wed 21 November Picnic
Enjoy the endless talents of WASO’s 4pm – The Trout from 6pm HOLST St. Paul's Suite
own chamber ensembles performing 5pm ELGAR Serenade for String Orchestra
Celebrating 200 years of Schubert’s cherished
seven distinctive concerts and soak up Single tickets 1 hour concert quintet. SCHUBERT Rondo for violin and strings
SHOSTAKOVICH arr. BARSHAI Chamber
the festival atmosphere in the beautiful General Admission – Save 30% $35
BEETHOVEN Sextet Op.81b, for two horns Symphony Op.110a
surrounds of the Government House Under 30 $25 and string quartet BRITTEN Simple Symphony
Gardens. From Bach to Britten and SCHUBERT Piano Quintet in A Trout Quintet
Twilight Gala 2 hour concert $115 Laurence Jackson director/violin
brass quintets to wind octets, this is a
musical feast for everyone. This special evening commences with
The Twilight Gala ticket price includes a glass of wine
or sparkling and a gourmet picnic box for you to enjoy a picnic supper in the beautiful gardens
Come to a single concert, settle in for 6pm - French Flair of Government House. Enjoy a glass of
in the Government House Gardens before the 2hr
a day, or join us for the whole weekend performance.
7pm Margaret River wine and an individual
Quirky and personal. Music from three
experience. Don’t miss our final Sunday All concerts are unreserved seating. masters.
gourmet picnic box.
Twilight Gala; a special picnic followed Then join Laurence Jackson and the WASO
POULENC Trio for piano, oboe and bassoon strings in the Government House Ballroom
by a performance from WASO’s strings. Book Now – 08 9326 0000 – waso.com.au RAVEL Sonata for violin and cello and enjoy a sumptuous feast of glorious
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Special Events Special Events
WASO Chorus Sings Classical
Northern Lights Vespers WASO’s Favourites Last Night of the Proms
Music of crystalline quality. Exquisitely rich and Our favourite artists, their favourite music, The Best of British.
deeply moving. your favourite Orchestra.
Sunday 19 May 2pm Sunday 22 September 2pm Friday 8 February 7.30pm & Saturday 9 February 2pm Friday 19 July 8pm & Sunday 21 July 2pm
St Mary’s Cathedral, Perth St Mary’s Cathedral, Perth Perth Concert Hall Perth Concert Hall
ARVO PART Magnificat RACHMANINOV Vespers (All-Night Vigil) TCHAIKOVSKY Eugene Onegin: Polonaise WALTON Crown Imperial
OLA GJEILO Tota pulchra es BORODIN Prince Igor: Polovtsian Dances JOHN RUTTER For the Beauty of the Earth
Christopher van Tuinen conductor
OLA GJEILO Northern Lights MOZART Don Giovanni: Madamina, il catalogo è questo RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN You’ll Never Walk Alone
WASO Chorus
OLA GJEILO Ubi caritas MASCAGNI Cavalleria rusticana: Intermezzo RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN The Sound of Music:
ARVO PART Da pacem Domine BIZET The Pearl Fishers: duet Climb Ev'ry Mountain
TOMAS LUIS DE VICTORIA O Magnum Mysterium Sergei Rachmaninov had a deep and very personal PUCCINI Turandot: Nessun Dorma COATES The Dambusters March
MORTEN LAURIDSEN O Magnum Mysterium connection to the sacred music of his homeland, which he GLINKA Ruslan and Ludmilla: Overture VAUGHAN WILLIAMS Fantasia on a theme of Greensleeves
ERIKS ESENVALDS Only in sleep expressed most profoundly in his reflective set of choral GERSHWIN Rhapsody in Blue LOEWE My Fair Lady: Ascot Gavotte
vespers. COPLAND Appalachian Spring LOEWE My Fair Lady: I Could Have Danced All Night
Christopher van Tuinen conductor
WOOD Fantasy on British Sea Songs
WASO Chorus Elena Schwarz conductor (pictured)
Separated into two parts, the evening Vespers and the ...and more
Paul O’Neill tenor
morning Matins, this sublime work is drenched in rich
James Clayton bass Guy Noble conductor
Scandinavia has always had a rich heritage and tradition harmonies that will resonate in the magnificent acoustics
Shuan Hern Lee piano Jacqueline Dark mezzo soprano
of great choral composers. In this concert the WASO of St Mary’s Cathedral.
WASO Chorus WASO Chorus
Chorus will perform a magical blend of sonorous chant and
tenderness by some of the finest composers from Estonia,
Norway and Latvia. Following the success of the inaugural Favourites concert Bring your best voice and party spirit as we raise the roof at
we open our 2019 season with a new celebration of talented the Perth Concert Hall with a grand ‘Hurrah’ of flag-waving
Experience the precision and passion of this timeless West Australian musicians. This year we have invited Paul favourites.
choral tradition. O’Neill, James Clayton and Shuan Hern Lee to perform their
favourite works in a concert bursting with classical hits. Join conductor Guy Noble and mezzo soprano Jacqueline
Dark as they whip up the greatest musical party on the
We are also delighted to welcome back to Perth WASO’s planet, complete with all of your favourite British classical
Add these concerts to a Create Your Own Package – Save up to 20% former Assistant Conductor (and now Dudamel Fellow with hits and patriotic anthems. As always the concert comes
the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra) Elena Schwarz to an unmissable end with the traditional ‘Last Night of the
Want more flexibility and the same great savings? Include these concerts with WASO's Favourites (page 33)
to conduct this concert which concludes with two of the Proms’ sing-a-long including Jerusalem and Rule, Britannia.
and Morning Symphony (page 24) or Masters (page 12) and Classics (page 18) concerts in a
most-loved works by George Gershwin and Aaron Copland.
Create Your Own package.
Choose 3 or more concerts, get the best available seats and all the subscriber benefits.
Create Your Own Package Save up to 20% – Create Your Own Package and save with additional
Subscribe Now – 08 9326 0000 – waso.com.au or complete the booking form on page 45 concerts such as Disco Wonderland (page 37) and An Evening with Gut-Brit Barkmin (page 10).
32 33WASO 2019 Special Events
Special Events Special Events
Classical Family
West Australian Symphony Orchestra and West Australian Symphony Orchestra and the
St George’s Cathedral present Australian National Academy of Music present
Maximus Musicus Lucy Durack Sings
Bach’s St Matthew Passion Side by Side Joins the Choir the Musicals
A supremely dramatic masterpiece. NEW! The magic of a live symphony orchestra in a Classic hits from Broadway to Disney.
one-hour concert for families.
Tuesday 16 April 7.30pm Friday 26 July 7.30pm Saturday 15 June 1pm & 3pm Friday 8 March 8pm
Perth Concert Hall Perth Concert Hall Perth Concert Hall Saturday 9 March 2pm
Perth Concert Hall
BACH, J.S. St Matthew Passion Program to include: Join us for a musical adventure with Maximus Musicus,
SHOSTAKOVICH Symphony No.7 Leningrad the musical mouse who finds himself at Perth Concert Hall Lucy Durack vocals (pictured)
Joseph Nolan conductor (pictured)
surrounded by WASO musicians and a children’s choir. Simon Gleeson vocals
Paul McMahon tenor (Evangelist) Simone Young conductor (pictured)
Based on the award-winning book series, this concert for Nicholas Buc conductor
Andrew Foote baritone (Jesus)
families celebrates the joy of singing, and singing together.
James Clayton bass-baritone (Pilate)
In the summer of 1941, when Shostakovich played the Featuring music by Mozart, Bizet, Fauré and a selection of
Sara Macliver soprano Come on an adventure over the rainbow and dive under the
first two movements of his Seventh Symphony to friends, folk songs, Maximus Musicus Joins the Choir is a magical
Fiona Campbell mezzo soprano sea to enter a whole new world of Broadway and Disney
German forces besieged Leningrad. In an extraordinary musical story accompanied by beautiful illustrations on
Richard Butler tenor musical classics performed by Western Australia’s favourite
work that echoes the sounds of war, and explores heroism the big screen – a thrilling experience for the young music
St George’s Cathedral Consort leading lady, Lucy Durack.
and humanity at its core, WASO is joined on stage by lovers in your life.
some of Australia’s most talented young & emerging artists Lucy shot to fame by originating the role of Glinda the
Johann Sebastian Bach's St Matthew Passion was first from the Australian National Academy of Music (ANAM) Concert duration: 55 minutes
Good Witch in the original Australian cast of Wicked and
heard on Good Friday, 1727. Almost three centuries later to bring Shostakovich’s massive score to life. Written for Suitable for 4 -12 year olds.
All live action is projected onto a big screen above the stage.
starred as Elle Woods in Legally Blonde The Musical, for
this musical masterpiece stands as one of the pillars of an orchestra that includes eight horns, six trombones, which she won multiple awards. Now, she owns the stage
Western sacred music. Monumental yet deeply affecting, two harps, a piano, and a full complement of percussion with WASO and special guest vocalist Simon Gleeson with
powerful yet intimate and personal, this performance will instruments, Simone Young joins us to conduct this special a carefully selected playlist for the whole family to enjoy.
have you at the edge of your seat, gripped with drama and side by side program.
transcendent music. Featuring classic sing-a-long hits from Frozen, Beauty & the
ANAM and Simone Young are supported by the Minderoo Foundation
Beast, The Little Mermaid, Tangled and many more, don’t
miss this opportunity to celebrate the immense talents of
one of Perth’s most beloved performing artists backed by
the pure majesty of our Orchestra.
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Special Events Special Events
Movies EY PRESENTS – A Release Creative Production
Harry Potter and Star Wars:
Disco Wonderland
the Goblet of Fire™ The Empire Strikes Back -
in Concert In Concert A Night at Studio 54
Friday 29 March 7.30pm Friday 6 September 7.30pm Friday 8 November 8pm
Saturday 30 March 7.30pm Saturday 7 September 1.30pm & 7.30pm Saturday 9 November 8pm
Riverside Theatre, Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre Riverside Theatre, Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre Perth Concert Hall
In this fourth film adaptation of J.K. Rowling’s Harry Benjamin Northey conductor Kate Ceberano vocals
Potter™ series, everything changes as Harry, Ron and Nathaniel Willemse vocals
Hermione leave childhood forever and take on challenges … and more
greater than anything they could have imagined. The battle for the galaxy intensifies in the next thrilling
episode of the unfolding saga. As Imperial Forces launch Nicholas Buc Conductor & Arranger
When Harry Potter’s name emerges from the Goblet of an all-out attack on the Rebel Alliance, Han Solo (Harrison Zac Tyler Director & Producer
Fire, he becomes a competitor in a gruelling battle for Ford) and Princess Leia (Carrie Fisher) flee to Cloud City
glory among three wizarding schools – the Triwizard where they are captured by Darth Vader. Luke Skywalker
Tournament. But since Harry never submitted his name (Mark Hamill) journeys to the mysterious, marshy planet Can you feel it? You’ve made it behind the velvet ropes Michael Jackson, the Bee Gees and Earth, Wind & Fire
for the Tournament, who did? Now Harry must confront of Dagobah, where the wise Jedi Master Yoda teaches the of New York’s most exclusive nightclub renowned for its through to Sister Sledge’s We Are Family and Gloria
a deadly dragon, fierce water demons and an enchanted young hero the ways of the Force. celebrity guest list and hypnotic atmosphere, Studio 54. Gaynor’s I Will Survive plus much more.
maze only to find himself in the cruel grasp of He-Who-
Must-Not-Be-Named. Little does Luke know that all his Jedi training will be called Join our disco inferno with singing legend, Kate Ceberano, There are no rules here, just disco. Welcome to the party.
upon so soon. A stunning revelation – and a seeming life- X Factor finalist Nathaniel Willemse and a sensational
Grab your broom, your tickets and join WASO for an or-death duel with Darth Vader – await. Australian cast performing live on stage with WASO.
evening of music and magic with Harry Potter and the This performance includes subtitles on the screen. See Perth Concert Hall transformed into the hottest
Goblet of Fire™ in Concert. club in town with electrifying music from artists like
Presentation licensed by Disney Concerts in association with 20th Century Fox, Lucasfilm, and
This performance includes subtitles on the screen. Warner/Chappell Music. © 2018 & TM LUCASFILM LTD. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
HARRY POTTER characters, names and related indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. J.K. ROWLING`S
WIZARDING WORLD™ J.K. Rowling and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s18)
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36 37WASO 2019 WASO Philanthropy
WASO Philanthropy
Become a part of our Family
Our musicians are WASO's beating Ellie Lawrence
heart and we are proud of their Violin
passion for artistic excellence. WASO's Joined WASO in 1996
philanthropic community is growing,
and the calibre of visiting artists,
and the breadth of our Education &
Community Engagement programs, “For musicians, philanthropy at WASO is
including support of young artists, the kind-hearted generosity of our Patrons
& Friends who are willing to share their
would not be possible without this love for music and the value that it has in
valued community. their lives.
Many people are surprised to learn that Without their generosity, much of what
revenue from ticket sales only covers around we do every day would not be possible.”
25% of WASO’s operating costs. We are a for-
purpose not-for-profit charitable organisation
and our philanthropic partnerships are vital for
the Orchestra to continue to touch souls and
enrich lives through music.
Barry &
Val Neubecker
If you are not yet a WASO Patron, we invite you
Annual Giving Patrons
to join this amazing community that helps ensure
our Orchestra continues to thrive artistically.
WASO Patrons receive unique access and
exclusive opportunities to enrich their orchestral “After retiring we decided we could
experience, and are the first to know of our devote more time to our love of music, so
latest developments throughout the year. we became volunteers and then Patrons
There are many different ways to give and we of WASO. This has proven to be a great
invite you to get in touch with us to discuss decision as we feel we are helping in our
your philanthropic vision. Join us today and get small way to support what is undoubtedly
a little closer to your Orchestra - together we a world-class orchestra here in Perth.
can do amazing things! We thoroughly enjoy the opportunity to
get to know members of the Orchestra
through Patrons & Friends events, which
Alecia Benzie
support Professional Development
Executive Manager, Philanthropy opportunities for our musicians. As
9326 0020 or benziea@waso.com.au Patrons, the added opportunities to attend
For further information please go to masterclasses, rehearsals and various
waso.com.au/support-us events with visiting world artists is also
very much appreciated."
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Your Season Own Package
Package
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Concert Package Total flexibility! Enjoy the Orchestra when
Choose from our Masters, Classics, Morning Symphony your schedule allows. If something comes up,
and WASO’s Festival of Chamber Music Packages. you can exchange your tickets free of charge
Create Your Own Package to another date or concert.
Choose 3 or more concerts from WASO’s Favourites, Choose 3 or more concerts from WASO’s
Last Night of the Proms, Disco Wonderland, Favourites, Last Night of the Proms, our
Lucy Durack Sings the Musicals, WASO Chorus Sings, Masters, Classics, Morning Symphony
An Evening with Gun-Brit Barkmin, Bach's St Matthew
Passion, and our Masters, Classics or Morning
and more!
Symphony Series.
Save 10%: with 3 to 4 concerts
2. Choose your preferred date(s) Save 15%: with 5 to 7 concerts
3. Choose your preferred seat(s) Save 20%: with 8+ concerts
See page 43 for Perth Concert Hall seating map. Why Purchase Now?
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order they are received, so be quick to book
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WASO Subscriptions, Reply Paid 84130, East Perth WA booking form on page 45.
6892 (no stamp required if posted in Australia).
Phone
Call the WASO Box Office on 08 9326 0000 (Monday to
Friday, 9am - 5pm).
In Person
Visit the WASO Box Office at Perth Concert Hall, 5 St
Georges Terrace, Perth (Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm).
Sunmi Jung / Violin
Joined WASO in 2017
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Additional Information Perth Concert Hall
Important Dates Additional Information
Priority deadline for renewing subscribers: New subscribers will be issued seats in the
– Wednesday 26 September 2018, 5pm. reserve selected.
– If you subscribed in 2018, we are holding your same If we are not able to facilitate your request, a member of
seats for this new season until the above date. Tickets our Box Office team will contact you to discuss seating
will be released for sale after this date. options.
Subscription packs with tickets and subscriber
Bookings for single tickets and groups open to
card(s).
the general public:
These will be mailed to you when your subscription has
– Wednesday 21 November 2018, 9am.
been processed and paid in full.
– Save up to 20% with group bookings of 8 or more on
standard tickets for selected performances. Instalment options and payment dates.
– To book call WASO 08 9326 0000 or All subscribers can pay for their subscription in 2, 3 or 4
visit waso.com.au. instalments (A $7.70 transaction fee applies).
2 instalments: Payment 1 at booking / Payment 2 on
Ticket exchanges available for 2019 Friday 4 January 2019.
subscribers from:
3 instalments: Payment 1 at booking / Payment 2 on
– Monday 10 December 2018, 9am. Friday 4 January 2019 / Payment 3 on Friday 1 February
– Subscribers are eligible to exchange tickets between 2019.
2019 subscription concerts from this date, subject to 4 instalments: Payment 1 at booking / Payment 2 on
availability. Friday 30 November 2018 / Payment 3 on Friday 4
– Changes can be made by mail or in person at the January 2019 / Payment 4 on Friday 1 February 2019.
WASO Box Office at Perth Concert Hall
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Guest Artist Photo Credits: Nik Babic, Sara Hannigan, Nissor Abdourazakov, Marco Borggreve, Lars Gundersen, Ben Ealovega,
Marco Borggreve, Maison Simons & Stéphane Bourgeois, Juan Carlos Hernandez, Sam Tout, Russell Barton, Philipp Rathmer, Kurt Sneddon,
Simon Pauly, Joseph Molina, Bettina Stoess
We will do everything in our power to present the programs listed in this brochure, but sometimes things happen that are beyond our control.
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