Saturday, March 19 2016 at 2:00 pm
Benaroya Hall
200 University St., Seattle

$30 general; $20 students/seniors

Tess Altiveros, soprano
Nerys Jones, alto
Stephen Rumph, tenor
Jose Rubio, bass

Alfven: Midsommarvaka
Mozart: Exsultate Jubilate
Mendelssohn: Verleih uns Frieden
Beethoven: Symphony No. 9
with the

Kirkland Choral Society

Julia Tai

Roupen Shakarian

Frances Walton

Philharmonia Northwest celebrates its 40th Anniversary in this gala concert, joined by the Kirkland Choral Society. Our past conductors Frances Walton and Roupen Shakarian lead the joyous Swedish folk-based Midommarvaka, the uplifting Exsultate Jubilate, and the noble Verleih uns Frieden, (Grant us Peace). Julia Tai conducts Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, ending with the magnificent “Ode to Joy.” capping the festivities in grand style!

We invite you to support Philharmonia Northwest and our upcoming 40th anniversary concert at Benaroya Hall by participating with us at the Patron level.

In addition to our gratitude, Patrons of this special concert will receive:

• The recognition in printed program
• Preferred seating in the Founder’s Tier at our concert featuring Beethoven’s 9th Symphony, performed by Philharmonia Northwest with the Kirkland Choral Society
• Exclusive catered champagne reception for Patrons, orchestra and soloists on the Promenade level above the Grand Lobby following the concert