You don’t have to live in Boston, New York, Pittsburgh or Washington, DC to enjoy America’s other finest orchestras—they’re all coming here for this exceptional season. Plus an orchestra that’s been performing since Mozart’s time arrives to celebrate his 250th birthday: the Berlin Staatskapelle and their Chief Conductor for Life, Daniel Barenboim. You’ll enjoy each of these stellar ensembles from a reserved seat in the splendor and comfort of Verizon Hall.

Friday, December 9, 2005, 8pm
New York Philharmonic
Rafael Frühbeck de Burgos, conductor
André Watts, piano

Schumann: Symphony No. 3

Saint-Saëns: Piano Concerto No. 2

de Falla: Three Cornered Hat Suite Nos. 1 & 2

One of Philadelphia’s favorite visiting orchestras is joined by one of the city’s favorite pianists. The great André Watts brings his dazzling technique to one of the most popular romantic concertos. And hear Spain’s legendary conductor lead the work of his countryman Manuel de Falla.

Wednesday, February 8, 2006, 8pm
Berlin Staatskapelle
Daniel Barenboim, conductor & piano

Mozart: Symphony No. 39 in E-flat Major, K. 543

Mozart: Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major, K. 488

Mozart: Symphony No. 41 in C Major, K. 551, "Jupiter"

After 400 years of continuous performance, this ensemble is "a precious reminder of the very special Central European sound" (The Guardian, London). Maestro Barenboim conducts a concerto from the keyboard, a special treat for Kimmel Center audiences who made his last piano recital here a sold-out smash.

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"Verizon Hall is fantastic! I love playing piano in the hall and would come back anytime." —Daniel Barenboim, June 5, 2003

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Friday, March 10, 2006, 8pm
Boston Symphony Orchestra
James Levine, conductor
Lorraine Hunt Lieberson, soprano

Strauss: Til Eulenspiegels lustige streiche

Lieberson: Neruda Songs

Carter: Three Illusions for Orchestra

Beethoven: Symphony No. 7

In what has already been acclaimed as a perfect partnership, the Kimmel Center is proud to welcome the Boston Symphony’s new Music Director, James Levine, in his first appearance here. Lorraine Hunt Lieberson sings a new song cycle based on Pablo Neruda’s poetry.

Wednesday, April 5, 2006, 8pm
National Symphony Orchestra
Leonard Slatkin, conductor
Emanuel Ax, piano

Barber: Medea’s Meditation and Dance of Vengeance

Beethoven: Piano Concerto No.3

Rimsky-Korsakov: Sheherezade

It’s not only the 75th Anniversary of America’s national orchestra but also the Kimmel Center debut of its music director Leonard Slatkin. Add Emanuel Ax playing Beethoven for a magical night!

Thursday, May 25, 2006, 8pm
Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra
Manfred Honeck, conductor
Jeffrey Brillhart, organ

Mozart: Symphony No. 40

Poulenc: Organ Concerto

Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 5

The New York Times recently praised this orchestra as "a streamlined, virtuoso ensemble." Come hear them inaugurate Kimmel Center’s new concert pipe organ with a performance of Francis Poulenc’s magnificent organ concerto, performed by Bryn Mawr organist Jeffrey Brillhart.

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