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The Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony invites you to make time for great music. The 2012/13 Season brings vivid concert experiences that will inspire and entertain you, and I am excited to share this season with you.

— edwin outwater, Music Director

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tchaikovSky FeStivalExpect to be on your feet at the end of his Symphony No. 5, and that’s only the beginning of the Festival!

diSney in concertA multimedia extravaganza.

tap!An extraordinary evening of dance featuring tap master, Max Pollak.

ode to Joy, ode to kitchenerA thrilling Opening Night featuring Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9.

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This season’s Signature Series offers concerts that will inspire and create life- long memories. From the season-opening celebration of the City of Kitchener with Beethoven’s epic Ninth Symphony, to the earth-shaking finale of Berlioz’s Symphonie fantastique, the 2012/13 Season combines the greatest music with today’s most exciting soloists. The series is a journey through the epic, sublime, intimate, delightful, and transporting music of history’s greatest composers, and some of the most exciting music being written today. Join us! — edwin outwater, Music Director

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SerieS highlightSBeethoven: Symphony no. 9 I tchaikovsky: piano Concerto no. 2

Haydn: Symphony no. 94, Surprise I Bach: toccata & Fugue in D minorBerlioz: Symphonie fantastique I Strauss: Blue Danube Waltz

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*gala aFter party I Sep 21 Complete a memorable evening with the opening night Gala after party at the Conrad Centre for the performing arts. Join gala Chairs Mayor Carl Zehr and Sandy Chris, Music Director edwin outwater and KWS musicians, and enjoy a live band, dancing, live auction, hors d’oeuvres and much more! early bird after party tickets $85 until august 7, $95 after. gala packages start at $104. $114 after august 7. Contact patron Services at 519-745-4711 for details. don’t miss this opening night fundraising gala celebration!

The KWS performs Beethoven’s masterpiece for Kitchener’s 100th.

1ode to Joy, ode to kitchenergala Sep 21* I citS I 7 pm

Sep 22 I citS I 8 pm Part of the A-Series

edwin outwater, conductor Susan tsagkaris, soprano megan latham, mezzo-soprano romulo delgado, tenor phillip addis, baritone grand philharmonic choir I menno Singers dacapo chamber choir I renaissance Singers

Stewart Goodyear: Count Up John estacio: Brio: toccata and Fantasy for orchestra Beethoven: Symphony no. 9 in D minor, Choral

We begin this season with a celebration! Beethoven’s ninth Symphony is the perfect way to honour the heritage of the City of Kitch-ener, founded 100 years ago as Berlin. Join the orchestra, soloists and mass choir. experience profound joy!

Enjoy a rarely heard piano concerto similar in style to Rachmaninoff.

2 leFèvre’S romantic diScovery oct 26 & 27 I citS I 8 pm Part of the B-Series

Jean-philippe tremblay, conductor I alain lefèvre, piano

Grieg: In Autumn Mathieu: piano Concerto no. 4 Sibelius: Symphony no. 1 in e minor

alain Lefèvre, the extraordinary Canadian pianist, brings the piece he has recorded and championed to the KWS. andré Mathieu’s piano Concerto is full of romantic melodies and fabulous virtuosity. Sibelius’ wonderful First Symphony concludes the evening.

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A personal invitation from Edwin Outwater.

3 edwin & guStav: an invitation nov 30 & dec 1 I citS I 8 pm

Part of the A-Series

edwin outwater, conductor

Schubert: entr’acte no. 3 from Rosamunde Mahler: Symphony no. 5 in C-sharp minor

“no composer means more to me personally than Mahler. I invite you to join me for a very special concert featuring his amazing Fifth Symphony. Before we play this vast and exciting work, we’ll introduce you to the composer, his life and his loves, and his extraordinary music.” — edwin outwater

Tchaikovsky’s Second Piano Concerto is a rarely heard virtuosic blockbuster.

5 epic tchaikovSky Feb 22 & 23 I citS I 8 pm Part of the A-Series

edwin outwater, conductor I yakov kasman, piano

tchaikovsky: piano Concerto no. 2 in G major tchaikovsky: Symphony no. 5 in e minor

two epic works begin the tchaikovsky Festival weekend. the extraordinary, cinematic Fifth Symphony is one of his most popular works. the Second piano Concerto is a masterpiece. one wonders why it isn’t played more — it is as great as the first! For the second concert of the Festival see page 13.

Some of Beethoven’s best.

4 Sublime beethoven Jan 18 & 19 I citS I 8 pm Part of the B-Series

edwin outwater, conductor Stefan Jackiw, violin

Missy Mazzoli: Violent, Violent Sea Beethoven: Violin Concerto in D major Beethoven: Symphony no. 6 in F major, Pastorale

Beethoven’s music is full of thunder and drama, but in this concert we examine the sublime side of this great composer. the Sixth Symphony and the Violin Concerto are works that breathe and deeply move us. they are hypnotic and transporting.

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A sensational debut.

6 organ SuperStar apr 5 & 6 I citS I 8 pm Part of the B-Series

edwin outwater, conductor cameron carpenter, organ

Bach/arr. Webern: Musicalisches Opfer: ricercare Bach: toccata & Fugue in D minor I Bach: Suite no. 3 Copland: Music for the Theatre Cameron Carpenter: The Scandal

Cameron Carpenter is sensational! Join us and meet one of the great young virtuosos in classical music. Besides being a stunning musician, he has made playing the organ an internet phenomenon!

There is no better way to end the KWS season.

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edwin outwater, conductor alexander Seredenko, piano

Vivier/arr. Scott Good: Pulau Duwata Beethoven: piano Concerto no. 2 in B-flat major Berlioz: Symphonie fantastique

passion, obsession, dances, death, witches, a march to the scaffold: Symphonie fantastique has it all! this utterly original work has the power to take your breath away.

Prepare to waltz.

7 vienneSe delightS may 3 & 4 I citS I 8 pm

Part of the B-Series

James Judd, conductor anita walsh, violin I ross edwards, clarinet

Strauss: overture to Die Fledermaus Webern: Symphony, op. 21 Mozart: Violin Concerto no. 3 in G major Weber: Concertino for Clarinet in e-flat major Haydn: Symphony no. 94 in G major, Surprise Strauss: Blue Danube Waltz

James Judd returns for an evening filled with music designed to delight. a gracious host as well as a wonderful musician, James will guide you through an evening showcasing the many delights of Vienna and its music.

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The Pops Series concerts will delight and entertain you with star-studded acts, world-class performers and conductors, and multimedia presenta- tions with music by your Kitchener- Waterloo Symphony. From the beloved music of Gershwin, including Rhapsody in Blue, movie favourites from Disney and other blockbusters, to the incredible acrobatic feats of an all-new Cirque de la Symphonie and the extraordinary dance of TAP!, the 2012/13 Pops Series is not to be missed! Enjoy!



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Cirque de la Symphonie — new program I Max pollak and tap!pierre Schryer — By popular Demand! I yuletide Spectacular

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The royal British tradition continues.

1laSt night at the promSSep 28 & 29 I citS I 8 pm


brian Jackson, conductor laura pudwell, mezzo-soprano grand philharmonic youth choir

Continue the proms tradition as the KWS gets into the flag-waving spirit of queen elizabeth’s Jubilee 2012. Join conductor Brian Jackson and mezzo-soprano Laura pudwell for a program including Pomp and Circumstance, Rule Britannia and Jerusalem. the Grand philharmonic youth Choir adds their lively

voices to the celebration with choruses from Gilbert and Sullivan, Oliver and more — it’s a symphonic gift to the queen and to you!

Sci-fi and fantasy’s greatest hits.

2 Sci-Fi FantaSy: an evening oF blockbuSterS

nov 2 & 3 I citS I 8 pm Part of the B-Series

victor vanacore, conductor Sam’s Steps dance centrecameron heights collegiate choir

Grammy award-winning Victor Vanacore, composer, conductor and arranger for stage and screen, brings an evening of favourites from blockbuster science fiction and fantasy movies, including Avatar, Star Wars, Independence Day, Ghostbusters, Michael Jackson’s Thriller, ET, Back to the Future and more.

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Waterloo Region’s favourite holiday tradition.

3 yuletide Spectacular dec 14 & 15 I citS I 8 pm Part of the A-Series

matt catingub, conductor/saxophone/piano/vocals grand philharmonic choir grand philharmonic children’s choir classical dance conservatory kitchener-waterloo Symphony youth orchestra

Matt Catingub leads the KWS, Grand philharmonic Choir, Grand philharmonic Children’s Choir and the Classical Dance Conservatory in your holiday favourites, including selections from A Charlie Brown Christmas, a popular sing-along, White Christmas and more. Don’t miss this wonderful holiday tradition.

All the magical Disney classics.

5 diSney in concert — magical muSic From the movieS

mar 1 & 2 I citS I 8 pm Part of the A-Series

evan mitchell, conductor

Many of us have come to enjoy great music in part due to soundtracks from beloved motion pictures. Don’t miss this multimedia presentation featuring Disney classics, including Mary Poppins, The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, Pirates of the Caribbean and many more, sung by four sensational vocalists.

Rhapsody in Blue.

4 an all-gerShwin evening Jan 25 & 26 I citS I 8 pm Part of the B-Series

edwin outwater, conductor kimberly barber, mezzo-sopranoaaron St. clair nicholson, baritonepeter longworth, piano

Join KWS Music Director edwin outwater in an evening of beloved Gershwin favourites. your pops experience offers Gershwin at his best from the overture to Girl Crazy to his Cuban Overture, An American in Paris and Rhapsody in Blue, possibly Gershwin’s most popular work, with pianist peter Longworth.



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Celtic fiddling at its best.

6 pierre Schryer mar 22 & 23 I citS I 8 pm Part of the B-Series

evan mitchell, conductor pierre Schryer, fiddle

one of Canada’s musical treasures, Celtic fiddler extraordinaire pierre Schryer, returns to the KWS stage in a spectacular and memorable show. pierre’s playing is a rare combination of dazzling technical ability and true heart, which reflects in his music and his genuine warmth and charisma. Joining pierre and the orchestra is his all-star band featuring bass, trumpet, guitar, vocals and step dancing. a true celebration of Canadian Celtic roots music from the master!

Sensational dance.

8 tap! may 24 & 25 I citS I 8 pm


John morris russell, conductor max pollak, tap dancer classical dance conservatory Sam’s Steps dance centre

this extraordinary concert, led by KWS audience favourite John Morris russell, features the rare opportunity to see Max pollak, one of the most prestigious names on the international tap scene today, in Morton Gould’s tap Dance Concerto. other special guests will wow you with Irish step dancing, clogging, Flamenco and more.

By popular demand with an all-new program.

7 cirque de la Symphonieapr 26 & 27 I citS I 8 pm

Part of the B-Series

evan mitchell, conductor cirque de la Symphonie

after nearly three years, Cirque de la Symphonie is back at the KWS with an all-new program! See stunning performers bring the magic of Cirque to the concert hall with incredible acrobatic feats that are sure to wow you, performed to glorious music by your KWS.

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matinée SerieS This six-concert Matinée Series features highlights from the Signature and Pops Series. Experience the Ode to Joy in Beethoven’s epic Ninth Symphony, Viennese Delights and Intimate Tchaikovsky — a Tchaikovsky Festival concert exclusive to the Matinée Series! The KWS holiday tradition Yuletide Spectacular, Disney favourites in a multimedia presentation and the extraordinary dance of TAP! combine for unique musical afternoons. Subscribe today!


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Music Director and conductor edwin outwater is joined by mass choir and soloists for Beethoven’s most famous and monumental work, Symphony no. 9 known as the Choral Symphony. this performance is part of the City of Kitchener’s 100 year celebration. a grand beginning! See page 5 for more information.

SerieS highlightSBeethoven: Symphony no. 9 I yuletide Spectacular

Intimate tchaikovsky I tap!



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3 intimate tchaikovSky Feb 24 I citS I 2:30 pm

enjoy part of the KWS tchaikovsky Festival as edwin outwater leads the orchestra in tchaikovsky’s First Symphony and the popular Rococo Variations featuring Canadian cellist, Denise Djokic. See page 6 for the additional tchaikovsky Festival concert.

5 vienneSe delightS I may 5 I citS I 2:30 pmJames Judd conducts this performance designed to

delight. enjoy Johann Strauss’ overture to Die Fledermaus, Mozart’s Violin Concerto no. 3, Haydn’s Surprise Symphony, Strauss’ Blue Danube Waltz and additional favourites. See page 7 for more information.

4 diSney in concert — magical muSic From the movieS

mar 2 I citS I 2:30 pmMany of us have come to enjoy great music in part due to soundtracks from beloved motion pictures. Don’t miss this multimedia presentation featuring Disney classics including Mary Poppins, The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, Pirates of the Caribbean and many more, sung by four sensational vocalists. See page 10 for more information.

2 yuletide Spectacular dec 15 I citS I 2:30 pm

Matt Catingub leads the KWS, Grand philharmonic Choir, Grand philharmonic Children’s Choir and the Classical Dance Conservatory in your holiday favourites, including selections from A Charlie Brown Christmas, a popular sing-along, White Christmas and more. See page 10 for more information.

6 tap! I may 25 I citS I 2:30 pmthis extraordinary concert led by KWS audience favourite,

John Morris russell, features the rare opportunity to see Max pollak, one of the most prestigious names on the international tap scene today, in Morton Gould’s tap Dance Concerto. other special guests will wow you with Irish step dancing, clogging, Flamenco and more. See page 11 for more information.

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barenaked ladieS — greateSt hitS and holiday SongSdec 16, 2012 I citS I 7 pmevan mitchell, conductor

the iconic Barenaked Ladies join the KWS to perform their greatest hits that you know and love, and to bring a heaping helping of joy to the most celebratory of seasons. ed robertson (guitar/vocals), Jim Creeggan (bass/vocals), Kevin Hearn (keyboard/guitar/vocals) and tyler Stewart (drums/vocals) bring their frenetic blend of high-energy melodic-pop, crack musicianship and spontaneous repartee to familiar holiday tunes and your favourite BnL hits.

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tchaikovSky FeStival I Feb 22 – 24Join us for two great concerts celebrating the music and life of one of the world’s most popular composers — pyotr Ilyich tchaikovsky.

1 epic tchaikovSky I Feb 22 & 23 I citS I 8 pmFeaturing tchaikovsky’s extraordinary, cinematic Fifth Symphony

and the Second piano Concerto with pianist yakov Kasman. Part of the Signature Series

2intimate tchaikovSky I Feb 24 I citS I 2:30 pmFeaturing tchaikovsky’s First Symphony and the popular Rococo

Variations with Canadian cellist, Denise Djokic. Part of the Matinée Series

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bugS bunny at the Symphonymay 16, 2013 I citS I 7 pmcreated and conducted by george daugherty

Back by popular demand! Watch Looney Tunes superstars Bugs Bunny, Elmer Fudd, Wile E. Coyote, Road Runner, and Daffy Duck cavort on the big screen while the music is played by your KWS. Saturday morning cartoons taught us a lot about music, so come see your favourite animated characters on the big screen with a live orchestra.

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Be a part of the series that has brought the KWS international recognition and taken audiences on an orchestral journey unlike any other. This season includes a ravishing voice from the indie music scene, Bollywood grooves and a couple of Barenaked Ladies. Intersections really is the hippest orchestral experience ever.


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1penelopeoct 11 & 12 I ccpa I 7:30 pm

edwin outwater, conductor I Shara worden, vocalist Sarah kirkland Snider, composer

Gorgeous music, a haunting voice, a timeless legend with a contemporary twist — Penelope is an overwhelmingly beautiful musical experience. Described as “rapturous” by The New York Times, Penelope is a song cycle by composer Sarah Kirkland Snider based on Homer’s Odyssey. It features Shara Worden of My Brightest Diamond, one of the most beautiful and distinctive voices in music today. Don’t miss this intimate, unforgettable, totally new kind of musical experience.

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apr 11 & 12 I ccpa I 7:30 pmedwin outwater, conductor I andy and Jim creeggan

this concert is the story of two brothers. after playing together in the toronto Symphony youth orchestra, they explored the intersections of classical, jazz, pop, Indian, african, Indonesian and Latin american music. then the Barenaked Ladies happened, and their lives were never the same. Come spend an evening with andy and Jim Creeggan and the KWS — with music from the Brothers Creeggan, andy’s solo project andiwork and more!

Explore Indian music.

2 bollywood and beyond: maSterS and iconS oF

indian muSicFeb 7 & 8 I ccpa I 7:30 pmedwin outwater, conductor trichy Sankaran I Suba Sankaran

the KWS is joined by mridangam master trichy Sankaran and his daughter, Suba Sankaran from crossover group autorickshaw, to explore the roots of classical Indian music and how it has travelled. From Classical Carnatic music to Bollywood to Britney Spears, this concert is a thrilling journey into a rich musical culture.

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SerieS highlightSMendelssohn: Violin Concerto in D minor I Handel: Concerto grosso in F major

Vivaldi: Concerto for Strings I Barber: Adagio for Strings

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An all-strings program.

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Stephen Sitarski, conductor/host bénédicte lauzière, violin

telemann: overture in C major Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in D minor Vaughan Williams: Five Variants of Dives and Lazarus Britten: Simple Symphony

telemann’s celebratory overture opens the series. this all-strings program also features beautiful english music and the KWS debut of a multi-award-winning young Canadian violinist.

The fantastic mix of witty and informative explanations, familiar and not-so-familiar musical selections, engaging guest performers and performances in beautiful and resonant churches are what Baroque & Beyond patrons have come to expect. Don’t miss these unique and intimate musical events!

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may 11 camStephen Sitarski, conductor/host larry larson, trumpet James mason, oboe/english horn

Monteverdi: Sinfonia and ritornelli from OrfeoIves: The Unanswered Question

Vivaldi: Sinfonia no. 3 in G majorCopland: Quiet Cityalbinoni: oboe Concerto in B-flat major Barber: Adagio for StringsHovhaness: alleluia and Fuguea. Scarlatti: Concerto grosso no. 3 in F major

this intriguing program features the KWS’ own James Mason and Larry Larson offering american 20th Century and Italian Baroque music intertwined. there may be a surprise or two as well!


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Wonderful cello.

2 haydn’S wiFe? nov 21 wat I nov 23 gue I nov 24 cam

Stephen Sitarski, conductor/host I catherine anderson, cello

Handel: Concerto grosso in F major Boccherini: Cello Concerto in B-flat majorHandel: Concerto grosso in D major Boccherini: Symphony in a major

Discover why Boccherini was referred to as “Haydn’s Wife,” and enjoy his wonderful Cello Concerto performed by the KWS’ own Catherine anderson.

Let’s dance.

3 dance party Jan 30 wat I Feb 1 gue I Feb 2 cam

lucas waldin, conductor/host

Mozart: Contradances and MinuetsVivaldi: Concerto for Strings in C majorrespighi: Ancient Airs and Dances, Suite no. 3Mondonville: Sonata no. 4Sibelius: Valse triste from KuolemaHandel: Selections from Ariodante

you have a full dance card waiting. Conductor/host Lucas Waldin, resident Conductor of the edmonton Symphony, will lead you through the steps smoothly and gracefully!

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come early and have Some Fun!• Onehourbeforeeachconcert,childrenandparentscanparticipate inmusic activities in our Discovery area, including sessions provided by Music For young Children. Stay after the concert and meet the performers.• pre-concert activities are free with ticket purchase.• Seating is limited, so subscribe early!

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1kindercarmen oct 13 I ccpa I 10 & 11 am & oct 27 I wrm I 10:30 am

kwS woodwind quintet

Carmen — one of the world’s best-loved operas — has been redesigned for you! Beautiful melodies, love, jealousy, an entrancing gypsy girl, soldiers and even a bullfight come to life with costumes and castanets. Be ready to learn a Spanish dance!

2 buzzing braSS Feb 2 I wrm I 10:30 am & Feb 9 I ccpa I 10 & 11 am

kwS brass quintet

What do trumpets, French horns, trombones, tubas and conch shells have in common? Join teddy as he learns that the Brass family are like bees...always buzzing.

3 goldilockS & the three muSical bearS apr 13 I ccpa I 10 & 11 am & apr 27 I wrm I 10:30 am

the harp, trombone and oboe introduce you to three talented bears who sing, dance and cook the perfect porridge for Goldilocks in this delightful version of the classic fairytale.

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brand new thiS yeara Kinderconcert Series at Waterloo region Museum (WrM). admission to the museum is included in the ticket price and features the same great pre-concert activities as the Conrad Centre concerts!

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enJoy a big Family experience!• Doorsopenat1:15pmforapre-concertjammed-packedhourof fun with art activities, musical demonstrations and much more. • ActivitiestakeplacethroughouttheCentreInTheSquarelobbyand in the Kitchener-Waterloo art Gallery.• Pre-concertactivitiesarefreewithticketpurchase.

1maJor mitchell SaluteS melody I oct 27 I citS I 2:30 pmJoin evan “Major” Mitchell and the KWS for an exciting boot camp featuring some

of the world’s most amazing music! Major Mitchell will ask the question, “Just exactly what makes a melody great?” Fanfares, marches and even a little jazz will help with the answer. no military uniforms, equipment or training necessary.

2 drumS, drumS, drumS! I Jan 19 I citS I 2:30 pm no matter who you are or where you come from, there’s one thing that everyone has

in common: we all love drums! From all sizes of drums to the tinkling of the triangle to the majesty of the marimba, you’ll experience the a to Z of the wonderful world of rhythm, percussion and drums!

3 the harmony Factory I may 4 I citS I 2:30 pm Come listen to beautiful and enchanting harmonies with the KWS. Follow harmony’s

progress from chant to pop music and everything in between. take a tour of the Harmony Factory from your seat!

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Come and be inspired by the five ensembles in our nationally-renowned KWS Youth Orchestra Program. Over 150 talented young musicians, from early to very advanced musical development, play their hearts out at every concert. Ask us how to become a Youth Orchestra musician today!

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preludeS one hour before Signature Series concerts, join us for Free prelude pre-concert talks. Learn about the composers and the music, and gain insights about how to listen to select works. or, hear interviews with guest artists and conductors.

afterparty after select Friday night Signature Series concerts, join us at the Kitchener-Waterloo art Gallery for the Free afterparty. Mix and mingle with guest artists, KWS musicians and fellow audience members surrounded by KW|aG’s latest exhibit.

know beFore you goWant to know more about the pieces, composers or artists on the Signature Series? visit kwsymphony.ca/knowbeforeyougo for program notes, notes from edwin outwater, videos and more! Don’t miss insights, our regular podcast series with assistant Conductor evan Mitchell that’s full of information and fun facts, and will give you a better understanding of the music we perform.

Follow uS onlineget involved in the conversation! Find us on Facebook (/kwsymphony) or follow us on twitter (@kw_symphony).

live program noteS From the Stageat select Signature concerts, enjoy insights from edwin, musicians and guest artists about the concert.

every giFt iS inStrumental your annual donationS enSure...that the KWS remains a vibrant, core cultural organization for our region and beyond.each and every season we must raise $1.8 million in contributions from companies, foundations and supporters like you.

pleaSe play your part today thank you to the many subscribers who include a charitable donation with their ticket order each season. If you are not already, please consider becoming a Friend of the KWS with a donation of $80 or more! For information on the benefits of supporting the kwS visit kwsymphony.ca or call 519-745-4711 x275. thank you! the KWS is a registered charity. Charitable registration number: 12252 4713 rr 0001

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the kitchener-waterloo Symphony gratefully acknowledges the additional support from our many donors and volunteers.

the kitchener-waterloo Symphony gratefully acknowledges our government and Foundation supporters:

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Step 1 Choose your series (pages 4-22)

Step 2 Choose your preferred seating location (page 25)

Step 3 aDD the Gala after party, Barenaked Ladies — Greatest Hits and Holiday Songs and Bugs Bunny at the Symphony (pages 5 & 14-15)

Step 4 aDD a donation — play your part today! (page 23)

Step 5 place your order! it’S eaSy!

online Subscribe online! kwsymphony.camail Complete an order form and mail to: KWS patron Services Conrad Centre for the performing arts 36 King St W Kitchener on n2G 1a3 order forms are available online and through KWS patron Services.

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before you subscribe, choose your preferred seating location on the seating plan for Signature, pops and matinée. (For all other series, seating is general admission at the specified venue.)

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Wheelchair seating is in main floor boxes on both sides.For detailed seating maps, please visit kwsymphony.ca

we are here to help — serving our kwS patrons!We want every aspect of your subscription to be as convenient and easy as possible. please let us know if you have any special requirements, seating requests, wheelchair accessibility needs, are a member of CnIB or have a service/guide dog.

when will i receive my tickets?Subscription tickets will be mailed starting in august, 2012. Subscribers may purchase single tickets ahead of the general public on July 10. Single tickets are available to the general public on august 15.

donationstax receipts are issued for donations of $10 or more. For more information visit kwsymphony.ca/support.

terms of Saleprogram content, artists and prices are subject to change without notice. We reserve the right to make substitutions and reschedule events if necessary. refunds are given only in the event of a concert’s complete cancellation.

prices and dates listed in this brochure were correct at the time of printing. every effort is made to ensure accuracy although errors may occur.

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6-pack adult SeniorSection a+ $354 $336Section a $282 $268Section B $234 $222Section C $174 $165Section D $108 $103

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Subscribing is always your value, but please be advised that single tickets go on sale to subscribers July 10 and to the general public august 15, 2012. * excludes the ode to Joy, ode to Kitchener Sep 21 performance, Barenaked Ladies - Greatest Hits and Holiday Songs, Bugs Bunny at the Symphony and any other Specials. pending availability.

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KWS Brochure 2012/13