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All performances are in Hodgson Concert Hall, UGA Performing Arts Center.

Sejong ORLI SHAHAM, PIANO SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2009, 8PM Since its inception in 1995, Sejong (formerly International Sejong Soloists) has established itself to be the premier, conductor-less string orchestra performing on major stages throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia. Envisioned as a "cultural ambassador" by Artistic Director Hyo Kang, this unique ensemble brings together 14 individually distinguished solo and chamber musicians hailing from eight different nations: Australia, Canada, China, Germany, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, and the United States. The orchestra will be joined in Athens by acclaimed pianist Orli Shaham, who has been praised by critics for her "wit, passion, delicacy, and humor." More about Sejong SPONSORED BY Caroline D. Strobel
All-Russian Program! Atlanta Symphony Orchestra ROBERT SPANO, MUSIC DIRECTOR AND CONDUCTOR ATLANTA SYMPHONY CHAMBER CHORUS THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2009, 8PM Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 6, Pathetique Stravinsky: Nightingale Conductor Robert Spano and the ASO will perform a program of melodic and moving Russian music featuring Tchaikovsky's most famous symphony—his sixth—and Stravinsky's picturesque and rarely heard Nightingale. Another Spano/ASO concert not to be missed! More about the ASO SPONSORED BY Clementi L. Holder
Berlin Philharmonic's Extraordinary Players! Berlin Philharmonic Wind Quintet MUSIC BY BARBER, HINDEMITH, SCHULLER, AND NIELSEN SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2010, 8PM This group continues to astonish audiences worldwide with its range of expression, tonal spectrum, and conceptual unity. Presenting an extraordinarily brilliant sound, these artists will capture the writings of great composers and stir your emotions. More about the Berlin Philharmonic Wind Quintet SPONSORED BY Calvin D. & Clare E. Hasbrouck SPONSORED BY Bruce & Jane King
“. . . Recommended with enthusiasm.”—Gramophone Magazine I Musici de Montreal YULI TUROVSKY, ARTISTIC DIRECTOR MUSIC BY TCHAIKOVSKY, SHOSTAKOVITCH, AND MUSSORGSKY'S PICTURES AT AN EXHIBITION SATURDAY, MARCH 20, 2010, 8PM Under the dynamic direction of Yuli Turovsky, this chamber ensemble has performed in many of the world's greatest halls. Their vast repertoire extends from the Baroque to the contemporary and their many recordings have garnered numerous awards. More about I Musici de Montreal SPONSORED BY Brad & Vera Tucker MEDIA SPONSOR WUGA 91.7/97.9 fm
“The most prestigious classical piano contest in the world!”—Chicago Tribune Van Cliburn Gold Medal Winner SUNDAY, APRIL 25, 2010, 7:30PM Van Cliburn's sensational victory at the first Tchaikovsky International Competition in Moscow in 1958 heralded a new confidence in the quality of American music-making. Today, the Van Cliburn Competition is considered one of the most important music competitions in the world. The Hodgson Hall performance is now scheduled to be this year's gold medal winner. More about the competition SPONSORED BY Robert N. Saveland

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All performances are in Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall, UGA Performing Arts Center.

The Great Cellist! Lynn Harrell, cellist SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2009, 8PM Lynn Harrell is the consummate cellist. His work throughout the Americas, Europe, and Asia has placed him in the highest echelon of today's performing artists. He has performed with all the great orchestras, given recitals in all the great halls, and made numerous award-winning recordings. More about Lynn Harrell SPONSORED BY Lawrence & Mary Hepburn MEDIA SPONSOR WUGA 91.7/97.9 fm
“One of the joys of the holiday season.”—Chicago Tribune The Waverly Consort MICHAEL JAFFEE, DIRECTOR THE CHRISTMAS STORY SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2009, 3PM The Waverly Consort's Christmas Story is a very special holiday event. In the timeless spirit of the medieval church dramas, eight singers and five instrumentalists recount the events of Christmas in an uplifting and moving celebration of the ritual drama and song. More about the Waverly Consort SPONSORED BY Julia Marlowe, Athens Home Organizer
Rimsky-Korsakov's Melodic Scheherazade Moscow State Radio Symphony Orchestra ALEXEI KORNIENKO, MUSIC DIRECTOR ALEXEI NABIOULIN, PIANIST SUNDAY, JANUARY 24, 2010, 7:30PM Rimsky-Korsakov: Tsar Sultan Suite Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini Rimsky-Korsakov: Scheherazade A program of majestic Russian musical works will be performed by one of Russia's most admired orchestras. In addition to numerous tours and Moscow concerts, the orchestra performs extensively on televison, radio, and recordings, and is heard on many film soundtracks. More about the Moscow State Radio Symphony Orchestra SPONSORED BY Lars Ljungdahl & Despy Karlas SPONSORED BY Gregory J. Daniels (UGA)
A New Singing Sensation! Jennifer Larmore, mezzo-soprano SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2010, 8PM The Marietta, Georgia, native has performed and recorded with the most prestigious opera companies and orchestras in the world including the Metropolitan Opera, Covent Garden and with the Vienna and New York Philharmonic Orchestras, among many others. Her prestigious discography now extends to over six dozen recordings. More about Jennifer Larmore SPONSORED BY Conrad & Sue Fink
All-Tchaikovsky Program! Atlanta Symphony Orchestra VASILY PETRENKO, CONDUCTOR BARRY DOUGLAS, PIANIST SUNDAY, APRIL 11, 2010, 3PM Tchaikovsky: Manfred Symphony Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1 This program features two of Tchaikovsky's great masterpieces. Russian guest conductor Vasily Petrenko, pianist Barry Douglas, and the ASO will bring excitement to these melodic treats. More about the ASO SPONSORED BY The Law Offices of John F. Lyndon SPONSORED BY ARH Partners—Merrill Lynch SPONSORED BY Paul & Carol Kurtz				VASILY PETRENKO