The University of Michigan’s Baroque Chamber Orchestra studies and performs repertoire from the late Renaissance, Baroque, and the early Classical periods. While directed by faculty members Aaron Berofsky, baroque violin, and Joseph Gascho, harpsichord/organ, many performances are led by the students themselves. Using period instruments and replicas from the university’s growing Stearns Collection, the musicians gain vital hands-on experience and learn about the history and context of early music and performance practice.

EPSG:4326

Baroque Chamber Orchestra

Earl V. Moore Building

Written soon after the #MeToo movement entered the national conversation, this momentous, touching, and laugh-out-loud funny play explores themes of trust, betrayal, and the abuse of power as experienced by a group of high school friends. Set in a small Georgia town where everybody knows everybody else’s business, John Proctor Is the Villain focuses on the students in a high school literature class, and particularly on a group of girls who have strong and sometimes complicated friendships with each other. As the students discuss Arthur Miller’s The Crucible with their beloved teacher Mr. Smith – and as they explore, in an after-school club, what feminism means to them – they begin to see echoes between this classic American play about the Salem witch trials and events unfolding in their world. As those events come to a shocking climax, their assessment of the heroes and villains in The Crucible, and in their own lives, changes forever.

John Proctor Is the Villain

University of Michigan

The Chamber Choir performs 6-8 concerts annually in both Hill Auditorium and in special settings, such as the University of Michigan Museum of Art (UMMA), and is often featured at high profile U-M special events. The Chamber Choir has been featured on GRAMMY-winning and GRAMMY-nominated albums; sung with the Detroit and Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestras; and has toured internationally. They perform, standard, classical, and contemporary choral works and often perform commissioned works in world premieres.

Chamber Choir & University Choir

### Event Description: Berliner Philharmoniker with Hilary Hahn, Violin

**Date and Time:**  
Saturday, November 23, 2024, at 7:30 PM

**Venue:**  
Hill Auditorium  
825 North University Avenue  
Ann Arbor, MI 48109

**Event Overview:**  
The renowned Berliner Philharmoniker returns to Hill Auditorium the weekend before Thanksgiving for an extraordinary concert. This event marks the first of two performances, featuring the celebrated violinist and recent Avery Fisher Prize awardee, Hilary Hahn, making her first Ann Arbor appearance in two decades. Under the baton of Chief Conductor Kirill Petrenko, the orchestra will present a captivating program that includes:

- **Sergei Rachmaninoff:** *Isle of the Dead, Op. 29*
- **Erich Korngold:** *Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35* (performed by Hilary Hahn)
- **Antonín Dvořák:** *Symphony No. 7 in d minor, Op. 70*

**Artists:**
- **Kirill Petrenko:** Chief Conductor of the Berliner Philharmoniker since August 2019, Petrenko has an illustrious career, having conducted at major opera houses and festivals worldwide.
- **Hilary Hahn:** A three-time Grammy Award-winning violinist known for her expressive musicality and technical prowess. Hahn is a prolific recording artist and a dedicated commissioner of new works.

**Tickets:**  
Season ticket packages for the 2024/25 season are now available. Individual event tickets will go on sale starting August 1. For ticket purchases, visit the UMS website or call the box office at 734-764-2538. Student, senior, and group discounts may be available.

**Sponsors:**  
- **Title Sponsor:** Menakka and Essel Bailey, Dick Caldarazzo and Eileen Weiser, Howard Bond
- **Presenting Sponsor:** Shaomeng Wang and Ju-Yun Li, James and Nancy Stanley, Emily Bandera
- **Supporting Sponsor:** Charles and Julia Eisendrath

**Additional Information:**  
For more details about the event, including health and safety protocols, accessibility, and what to expect, please visit the UMS website.

Join us for an evening of exceptional music and experience the artistry of the Berliner Philharmoniker and Hilary Hahn in a performance that promises to be both memorable and inspiring.

Berliner Philharmoniker with Hilary Hahn, violin

### Event Description: Berliner Philharmoniker: Bruckner 5

**Date and Time:**  
Sunday, November 24, 2024, at 4:00 PM

**Venue:**  
Hill Auditorium  
825 North University Avenue  
Ann Arbor, MI 48109

**Event Overview:**  
Join the Berliner Philharmoniker, under the masterful direction of Chief Conductor Kirill Petrenko, for an extraordinary performance of Anton Bruckner’s Symphony No. 5 in B-flat Major. This monumental symphony, composed in 1876, delves into themes of struggle, redemption, and spiritual transcendence, culminating in rich brass chorales in the final movement. This performance marks a significant occasion as it is the first time Bruckner’s Symphony No. 5 will be featured in a UMS program.

**Program:**  
- Anton Bruckner: Symphony No. 5 in B-flat Major

**Conductor:**  
- Kirill Petrenko, Chief Conductor of the Berliner Philharmoniker since August 2019, renowned for his profound interpretations and expressive conducting style.

**Ticket Information:**  
- Season Ticket packages are now available.
- Individual event tickets go on sale starting August 1.
- For ticket purchases, visit the UMS website or call the ticket office at 734-764-2538.
- Student, Senior, and Group Discounts may be available.

**Sponsors:**  
- **Title Sponsor:** Menakka and Essel Bailey
- **Presenting Sponsor:** Dick Caldarazzo and Eileen Weiser, Howard Bond
- **Principal Sponsor:** Shaomeng Wang and Ju-Yun Li, James and Nancy Stanley
- **Supporting Sponsor:** Charles and Julia Eisendrath

**Additional Information:**  
This performance is part of the UMS 2024/25 Season and is included in several series such as "Series: You," "Choral Union," and "Marathon." The Berliner Philharmoniker's previous American tour, also presented by UMS at Hill Auditorium in 2022, was highly acclaimed, with The New York Times praising their virtuosic and unified performance.

**Contact:**  
For more information, visit the UMS website or contact the Box Office at 734-764-2538.

Don't miss this rare opportunity to experience one of the world's leading orchestras performing a masterpiece of the symphonic repertoire. Secure your tickets early and be part of an unforgettable musical journey.

Berliner Philharmoniker

A seminar-style choir, conducted and led by the choral conducting studio, this is the smallest SMTD choir and typically consists of about 25 music-majors. The repertoire is primarily Classical and Baroque.

Orpheus Singers

Walgreen Drama Center

Concert Band provides large ensemble performance experiences in a wide range of musical styles and periods for all wind and percussion performers at U-M. The music performed includes works for both chamber and large ensemble works and is selected to provide challenging opportunities for musical growth. The Concert Band performs three concerts per semester.

Concert Band

The University of Michigan Jazz Ensemble is the most competitive of the University’s jazz ensembles. Open by audition only, most seats are filled by majors within the Department of Jazz and Contemporary Improvisation.

Jazz Ensemble & Jazz Lab Ensemble

### Event Description: Handel’s Messiah by UMS University Musical Society

#### Event Overview
Join us for a timeless holiday tradition as the UMS University Musical Society presents Handel’s Messiah. This Baroque-era oratorio, composed by George Frideric Handel in 1741, has captivated audiences for centuries with its sublime beauty and profound spirituality. The performance will feature the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra and the UMS Choral Union, conducted by Scott Hanoian.

#### Performance Dates and Venue
- **Saturday, December 7, 2024, at 7:30 PM**
- **Sunday, December 8, 2024, at 2:00 PM**
- **Location:** Hill Auditorium, 825 North University Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

#### About the Performance
Experience the jubilant Hallelujah chorus, stirring arias, and evocative chorales brought to life by a stellar cast of soloists making their first UMS appearances. This annual holiday tradition is a musical rite of the season, continuing to awe listeners more than 250 years after Handel's death.

#### Featured Artists
- **Scott Hanoian:** UMS Choral Union Music Director and Conductor
- **Lauren Snouffer:** Soprano
- **Eric Jurenas:** Countertenor
- **Lunga Eric Hallam:** Tenor
- **Christian Simmons:** Bass-baritone

#### Ticket Information
- **Season Ticket Packages:** Now available
- **Individual Event Tickets:** On sale starting August 1
- **Discounts:** Student, Senior, and Group discounts may be available
- **Box Office:** Call 734-764-2538 for more information

#### Sponsors
- **Principal Sponsor:** Herbert S. and Carol L. Amster Endowment Fund

#### Additional Information
For more details about the event and to purchase tickets, please visit the UMS University Musical Society website or contact the box office.

Celebrate the holiday season with this magnificent performance of Handel’s Messiah, a cherished tradition that continues to inspire and uplift audiences year after year.

Handel’s Messiah

The USO strives for and attains the highest level of excellence as a symphony orchestra. Led by the Director of Orchestras, the USO has performed on GRAMMY Award-winning and GRAMMY-nominated albums and is committed to performing the greatest works in the symphonic repertoire from the Classical, Romantic, and Modern eras, with concerts in historic Hill Auditorium. The USO frequently commissions new works, performs with celebrated guest soloists, and is one of the ensembles that accompanies the SMTD Concerto Competition winners.

University Symphony Orchestra

### Event Description: Ariel Quartet with Alisa Weilerstein, Cello

**Date and Time:** Thursday, December 12, 2024, at 7:30 PM  
**Venue:** Rackham Auditorium, 915 East Washington Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

**Event Overview:**
Join the Ariel Quartet and renowned cellist Alisa Weilerstein for an evening of captivating music that blurs the lines between folk and classical genres. This unique program, titled "Folklore," will feature an uninterrupted suite of traditional folk music from around the world, alongside pieces that trace back to the origins of Western classical music. The specific works will remain unannounced to enhance the sense of musical discovery and community.

**Program Highlights:**
- **Original Works and Transcriptions:** Arranged by the Ariel Quartet and Alisa Weilerstein.
- **Franz Schubert's Cello Quintet in C Major, Op. 163, D. 956:** The second half of the program will spotlight this essential and influential work, known for its intricate weaving of folk and art music elements.

**Artists:**
- **Ariel Quartet:** Celebrated for their virtuosity and impassioned performances, the Ariel Quartet has been acclaimed worldwide for over two decades. They serve as the Faculty Quartet-in-Residence at the University of Cincinnati’s College-Conservatory of Music.
- **Alisa Weilerstein:** One of the foremost cellists of our time, Weilerstein is known for her emotional depth and interpretive prowess. She has performed globally at prestigious venues and with leading orchestras and conductors.

**Tickets:**
- **Season Ticket Packages:** Available now.
- **Individual Event Tickets:** On sale starting August 1.
- **Discounts:** Student, senior, and group discounts may be available.

**Sponsors:**
- **Supporting Sponsors:** Joel Howell and Linda Samuelson, Mitchell and Caroline Nussbaum and Family.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the UMS website or call the ticket office at 734-764-2538.

Experience an evening where the boundaries of folk and classical music dissolve, creating a new world of sound and musical adventure.

Ariel Quartet with Alisa Weilerstein, cello Folk•lore

### Event Description: Joyce DiDonato and Kings Return at Hill Auditorium

**Date and Time:**  
Saturday, December 14, 2024, at 7:30 PM

**Venue:**  
Hill Auditorium  
825 North University Avenue  
Ann Arbor, MI 48109

**Event Overview:**  
Join us for an enchanting evening of vocal excellence as the Grammy-nominated a cappella quartet Kings Return collaborates with the internationally acclaimed mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato. This special holiday program promises to captivate vocal music lovers, families, and the University of Michigan community, including the thousands of students and alumni who have sung in a cappella groups across the campus.

**Performers:**

- **Joyce DiDonato:** A multi-Grammy Award winner and 2018 Olivier Award winner for Outstanding Achievement in Opera, Joyce DiDonato is celebrated for her extraordinary vocal talent and her advocacy for the arts. Known for her performances in operas by Handel and Mozart, as well as her acclaimed discography, DiDonato has performed with leading orchestras and opera houses worldwide.

- **Kings Return:** This dynamic and soothing four-piece vocal group from Dallas, Texas, is renowned for their rich, warm, and powerful blend of vocal timbres. Their music spans genres including gospel, jazz, R&B, and Western classical music. Kings Return gained fame through their viral staircase performances and have since released a Grammy-nominated debut LP, "ROVE."

**Program Highlights:**
- A diverse repertoire rooted in gospel, jazz, R&B, and Western classical music.
- Signature performances by Kings Return, known for their viral staircase videos.
- Collaborative pieces featuring Joyce DiDonato and Kings Return, offering a unique blend of their distinct musical styles.

**Ticket Information:**
- Season Ticket packages are now available.
- Individual event tickets go on sale on August 1.
- Student, Senior, and Group Discounts may be available.
- To purchase tickets, visit the UMS website or call the ticket office at 734-764-2538.

**Sponsors:**
- **Principal Sponsor:** Karl V. Hauser and Ilene H. Forsyth Choral Union Endowment Fund
- **Supporting Sponsors:** Sharon and Dallas Dort, Norman and Debbie Herbert, Peter Toogood and Hanna Song

**Additional Information:**
For more details about the performers, visit [joycedidonato.com](http://joycedidonato.com) and [kingsreturnmusic.com](http://kingsreturnmusic.com).

Don't miss this extraordinary event that brings together the best of vocal music in a celebration of the holiday season!

Joyce DiDonato and Kings Return

Celebrate the holiday season with the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra's enchanting "Holiday Pops 2024" concert at the prestigious Hill Auditorium. This year, the event promises an unforgettable evening under the baton of Music Director Earl Lee, marking his debut at the candy cane-striped podium. Scheduled for Saturday, December 21, 2024, at 8 PM, the concert will feature a magical journey to the North Pole, complete with a full orchestra performing festive classics, new orchestral arrangements, and transformative audience participation. Expect show-stopping guest appearances that will make this Southeast Michigan tradition a memorable experience for revelers of all ages. With an earlier start time to accommodate families, this event is designed to be enjoyed by all. Seats are available now as part of a subscription, with single ticket booking opening on July 18, 2024. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the spirit of the season with the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra at Hill Auditorium.

Holiday Pops 2024

Winners of the SMTD Concerto Competition will perform their competition piece with one of the School’s orchestras in an upcoming performance at Hill Auditorium.

Concerto Competition: Undergraduate Finalists

Concerto Competition: Graduate Finalists

### Event Description: School Day Performance - Etienne Charles: Earth Tones

**Date and Time:**  
Friday, January 17, 2025, at 11:00 AM

**Venue:**  
Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre  
911 North University, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

**Event Overview:**  
Join us for a captivating School Day Performance featuring Trinidad-born jazz musician, composer, and storyteller Etienne Charles. This special event, titled "Earth Tones," is designed for students in grades 6-12 and offers a unique multimedia jazz experience. The performance will include original compositions, images, and film, taking students on a sensory journey through sounds, video, and stories from at-risk coastal communities. The narrative will highlight the effects of global warming from tropical islands to the Louisiana Bayou, featuring musicians from the very communities most at risk.

**Themes:**  
- Music
- Jazz
- Multimedia
- Climate Change
- Environmental Activism

**Duration:**  
Approximately 60 minutes

**Age Recommendation:**  
Grades 6-12

**Featured Artists:**  
- Etienne Charles: Music Director, Trumpet, and Percussion
- Marcus Strickland: Woodwinds
- Warren Wolf: Vibraphone, Marimba, and Piano
- Eva Scow: Mandolin
- Jorge Glem: Cuatro
- Jonathon Muir-Cotton: Bass
- Val Jeanty: Turntables and Percussion
- John Davis: Drums

**Registration and Tickets:**  
Reservations are now open. To register, visit the event page or call the ticket office at 734-764-2538. Student, senior, and group discounts may be available.

**Sponsors:**  
- Supporting Sponsor: David Leichtman and Lauran McGinn
- Patron Sponsors: Anonymous, Laurence and Barbara Baker, David and Kiana Barfield Family Foundation, James and Nancy Stanley, Marianne Udow-Phillips and Bill Phillips

**About Etienne Charles:**  
Etienne Charles is renowned for his lush trumpet sound, varied compositional textures, and pulsating percussive grooves. A 2015 Guggenheim Fellow and 2022 Creative Capital Awardee, Charles is dedicated to connecting the Afro-descendant diaspora and highlighting marginalized communities through his music. His work often addresses touchy and controversial subjects, aiming to provoke thought and dialogue.

For more information about Etienne Charles, visit [etiennecharles.com](http://etiennecharles.com).

Don't miss this opportunity to engage, enlighten, and educate students through an energized multidisciplinary performance that addresses the critical issue of climate change. Reserve your seats today!

School Day Performance for Grades 6-12: Etienne Charles: Earth Tones

The most highly anticipated performance event of the year, the Collage Concert features the incredible range of SMTD ensembles and programs, with students performing one riveting work after another without pause.

Collage Concert

### Event Description: Caroline Shaw and Gabriel Kahane Performance

**Date and Time:** Thursday, January 23, 2025, at 7:30 PM  
**Venue:** Rackham Auditorium, 915 East Washington Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

**Event Overview:**
Join us for an extraordinary evening featuring the collaborative performance of Caroline Shaw and Gabriel Kahane, two highly respected contemporary composers and performers. This event marks their first large-scale collaboration after more than a decade of working together.

**Program Highlight:**
The centerpiece of the evening is "The Library of Babel," a new work co-commissioned by the University Musical Society (UMS). Inspired by Jorge Luis Borges’s 1939 short story, this composition delves into the magical realism of an infinite library filled with randomly arranged books, each containing exactly 410 pages. The narrative explores the collision of infinity with human understanding, inviting the audience to reflect on the joy, grief, wonder, and bewilderment that arise from a life oversaturated with information.

**Artists:**
- **Caroline Shaw:** A versatile musician, Shaw is a Pulitzer Prize-winning composer, violinist, and vocalist known for her innovative approach to sound and collaboration.
- **Gabriel Kahane:** A celebrated musician and storyteller, Kahane's work exists at the intersection of art and social practice, earning him acclaim as one of today's finest songwriters.

**Additional Information:**
- **Tickets:** Season ticket packages are now available, with individual event tickets on sale starting August 1. Discounts may be available for students, seniors, and groups.
- **Contact:** For ticket purchases, call the box office at 734-764-2538.

**Sponsors:**
This event is supported by the Helmut F. and Candis J. Stern Endowment Fund.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience the innovative and thought-provoking collaboration of Caroline Shaw and Gabriel Kahane. Secure your tickets now and be part of an unforgettable evening of music and storytelling.

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