2024-25 Season

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Up Close Live with Marin Symphony! Last season we presented successful concerts throughout Marin County, and this season we continue bringing the music to YOU. We can’t wait to introduce you to our Music Director candidates, The Final Four, who will conduct our Masterworks concerts! Also featured are Pops: Star Wars & More!, Marin Symphony Chorus: The Genius of Mozart, and the traditional Holiday Choral Concerts. Memorable musical experiences await you! Visit the Venues Here.
Sat, May 31, 2025, 3:00 pm
Sat, May 31, 2025, 7:30 pm
College of Marin, James Dunn Theatre
Sun, Jun 1, 2025, 3:00 pm
College of Marin, James Dunn Theatre

Brad Hogarth, conductor
Ani Bukujian, violin

PROGRAM:
George Frideric Handel: Overture from Music for the Royal Fireworks
Sergei Prokofiev: Violin Concerto No.1 in D Major, Op.19
Maurice Ravel: Ma mère l’Oye (Mother Goose) Suite
Igor Stravinsky: Firebird Suite

We end our season with our fourth Music Director finalist Brad Hogarth in a wonderfully wide-ranging program. We start and end with fire, traversing the centuries from Handel’s celebratory Fireworks to Stravinsky’s fantastical Firebird. Marin Symphony Concertmaster, the redoubtable Ani Bukujian, steps forward in Prokofiev’s flavorful, virtuosic concerto. Link to Brad’s website.

Getting to College of Marin

Stay after the concert for a Q & A with the conductor candidate!
Marin Symphony Interview with Brad.

Donors in the CONDUCTOR’S CIRCLE ($1,000 Annual Fund donors) and above are invited to an exclusive reception at College of Marin following the Saturday Evening and Sunday Afternoon Masterworks performances.

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Conductor Fawzi Haimor

Masterworks 3: Haimor Conducts Dvorak

Sat, Apr 12, 2025, 3:00 pm
Sat, Apr 12, 2025, 7:30 pm
College of Marin, James Dunn Theatre
Sun, Apr 13, 2025, 3:00 pm
College of Marin, James Dunn Theatre

Fawzi Haimor, conductor
MyungJu Yeo, flute
Dan Levitan, harp

PROGRAM:
Kareem Roustom: Ramal for Orchestra 2014
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Concerto for Flute and Harp in C Major, K.299
Antonin Dvořák: Symphony No.9 in E minor “From the New World”, Op.95

Music Director finalist Fawzi Haimor starts the festivities with Ramal, by the talented Syrian/American Kareem Roustom. Marin Symphony Principal Flute MyungJu Yeo and Principal Harp Dan Levitan join forces in Mozart’s charming double concerto, and we end with the abundant joys of Dvořák’s final Symphony. Link to Fawzi’s website.

Getting to College of Marin

Stay after the concert for a Q & A with the conductor candidate!
Marin Symphony Interview with Fawzi.

Donors in the CONDUCTOR’S CIRCLE ($1,000 Annual Fund donors) and above are invited to an exclusive reception at College of Marin following the Saturday Evening and Sunday Afternoon Masterworks performances.

Marin Symphony Chorus 2025: The Genius of Mozart

Sat, Mar 15, 2025, 7:30 pm
Marin School of the Arts, Novato
Sun, Mar 16, 2025, 3:00 pm
Marin School of the Arts, Novato

Saturday & Sunday Sold out!

Kevin Fox, conductor
Nikki Einfeld, soprano
Gabriela Estephanie Solis, alto
Chad Somers, tenor
Andrew Pardini, bass

PROGRAM:
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Inter natos mulierum, K.72
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Exsultate, jubilate K.165
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Requiem in D Minor, K.626

Last season we created a concert putting the spotlight on our wonderful Marin Symphony Chorus. It was a huge success, so we’re doing it again! Under the direction of Kevin Fox, and joined by Marin Symphony players, come and enjoy the genius of Mozart with this fine choral ensemble.

Enjoy the wrap party, Sunday after the concert at
The Monk’s Kettle, Terra Linda

Chamber Music 2: Debussy, Ravel, and the Harp!

Sat, Mar 1, 2025, 7:30 pm
Marin Country Club, Novato
Sun, Mar 2, 2025, 3:00 pm
Mt. Tam Methodist Church, Mill Valley

PROGRAM:
Albert Roussel: Trio for Flute, Viola, and Cello, Op.40

Tod Brody, flute
Elizabeth Prior, viola
Kelley Maulbetsch, cello

Maurice Ravel: Introduction et Allegro, for Harp, Flute, Clarinet, and String Quartet

Dan Levitan, harp
Katrina Walter, flute
Arthur Austin, clarinet
Ani Bukujian, violin
Philip Santos, violin
Elizabeth Prior, viola
Kelley Maulbetsch, cello

Claude Debussy: Sonata for flute, viola, and harp, L.137

MyungJu Yeo, flute
Jenny Douglass, viola
Dan Levitan, harp

Harp takes center stage in this program of French masterworks. Marin Symphony stars perform Debussy’s ineffable Sonata, which inspired an entire repertoire for flute, viola, and harp, alongside Ravel’s effervescent and virtuosic work.

Stay after the concert for a Q & A with the panel of musicians!

A reception with refreshments is open to all ticketholders after the concert and discussion.

Marin Symphony Pops 2025: Star Wars & More – The Music of John Williams

Sat, Feb 22, 2025, 7:30 pm
Exhibit Hall, Marin Center, 20 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael
Sun, Feb 23, 2025, 3:00 pm
Exhibit Hall, Marin Center, 20 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael

Stuart Chafetz, conductor

PROGRAM:
What would a movie be without its powerful score? Composer John Williams brought movies like Star Wars, E.T., Harry Potter, Schindler’s List, and Jaws to life with his remarkable ability to give films a musical voice. Celebrate the music of this Academy Award winner under the baton of principal pops conductor Stuart Chafetz, and don’t miss this extravaganza featuring the spectacular sounds of the Marin Symphony!

  • The Mission Theme from NBC News
  • Close Encounters of the Third Kind
  • March from 1941
  • Harry’s Wondrous World from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
  • Theme from E.T. (“Adventures on Earth”)
  • Superman March
  • Theme from Jaws
  • Theme from Jurassic Park
  • The Flight to Neverland from Hook
  • Theme from the J.F.K. Suite
  • The Imperial March from The Empire Strikes Back
  • Princess Leia’s Theme from A New Hope
  • Main Title from A New Hope

  • Conductor Alexandra Arrieche

    Masterworks 2: Arrieche Conducts Elgar

    Sat, Jan 11, 2025, 3:00 pm
    Sat, Jan 11, 2025, 7:30 pm
    College of Marin, James Dunn Theatre
    Sun, Jan 12, 2025, 3:00 pm
    College of Marin, James Dunn Theatre

    Alexandra Arrieche, conductor
    John Wilson, piano

    PROGRAM:
    Arturo Marquez: Danzon No.2
    (10 minutes)
    Edward Elgar: Enigma Variations, Op.36
    (31 minutes)
    Edvard Grieg: Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op.16
    (30 minutes)

    Music Director finalist Alexandra Arrieche presents a varied array of musical riches with your Marin Symphony. Marquez’s suave Danzon #2 sets the stage for Marin Symphony’s superstar Principal Piano John Wilson’s rendition of Grieg’s celebrated concerto. We close with one of Elgar’s greatest works, his tantalizing Enigma Variations. Link to Alexandra’s website.

    Getting to College of Marin

    Stay after the concert for a Q & A with the conductor candidate!
    Marin Symphony Interview with Alexandra.

    Donors in the CONDUCTOR’S CIRCLE ($1,000 Annual Fund donors) and above are invited to an exclusive reception at College of Marin following the Saturday Evening and Sunday Afternoon Masterworks performances.

    Marin Symphony’s 2024-2025 Masterworks Series is sponsored by Steve & Susan Machtinger.
    Masterworks Two concerts are presented with support from Jeanne Sciutti Capurro.
    Alexandra Arrieche’s residency is sponsored by Joanne Dunn.
    John Wilson’s performances are sponsored by Dr. Sandra Weiss.

    Holiday Choral by Candlelight 2024

    Sat, Dec 7, 2024, 7:30 pm
    St. Raphael's Church, San Rafael
    Sun, Dec 8, 2024, 4:00 pm
    St. Raphael's Church, San Rafael

    BOTH CONCERTS SOLD OUT!

    Kevin Fox, conductor
    Marin Symphony Chamber Chorus
    Marin Girls Chorus
    Marin Symphony Strings and Percussion

    Anna Maria Mendieta, harp

    PROGRAM:
    (approximately 90 minutes, including 5 min. stand & stretch)
    Traditional and contemporary holiday music and carols in the beautiful setting of Saint Raphael Church accompanied by Marin Symphony instrumentalists, percussion, organ, and piano.

    Marin Symphony Chamber Chorus
    arr. Willcocks: Ding Dong, Merrily on High
    Rutter: Blow, blow, thou winter wind
    arr. Rutter: Holly and the Ivy
    Biebel: Ave Maria
    Paulus: Wonder Tidings (from Three Nativity Carols)
    Whitacre: Little Tree
    Beach: Peace on Earth, Christmas Anthem, Op.38
    arr. Rutter: We Wish You a Merry Christmas

    Marin Girls Chorus
    Traditional: Sussex Mummer’s Carol
    Humperdink: Evening Prayer
    Joel: Lullaby
    Rachmaninoff: The Angel

    Holiday Harp Solos

    Candle Lighting & Carols
    Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
    Joy to the World
    Silent Night

    Conductor Robert Kahn

    Masterworks 1: Kahn Conducts Brahms

    Sat, Nov 9, 2024, 3:00 pm
    Sat, Nov 9, 2024, 7:30 pm
    College of Marin, James Dunn Theatre
    Sun, Nov 10, 2024, 3:00 pm
    College of Marin, James Dunn Theatre

    Robert Kahn, conductor
    Jenny Douglass, viola

    PROGRAM:
    Samuel Coleridge-Taylor: Ballade in A minor, Op.33
    (13 minutes)
    Jennifer Higdon: Viola Concerto
    (22 minutes)
    Johannes Brahms: Symphony No.4, Op.98
    (39 minutes)

    Music Director finalist candidate Robert Kahn joins the Marin Symphony for a musical journey, starting with British composer Coleridge-Taylor’s vivacious Ballade. Our brilliant Principal Viola Jenny Douglass stars in Jennifer Higdon’s gorgeous and virtuosic concerto, and we end with Brahms’s great final symphony, a whole journey unto itself. Link to Robert Kahn’s website.

    Getting to College of Marin

    Stay after the concert for a Q & A with the conductor candidate!
    Marin Symphony Interview with Robert Kahn.

    Donors in the CONDUCTOR’S CIRCLE ($1,000 Annual Fund donors) and above are invited to an exclusive reception at College of Marin following the Saturday Evening and Sunday Afternoon Masterworks performances.

    Marin Symphony’s 2024-2025 Masterworks Series is sponsored by Steve & Susan Machtinger.
    Robert Kahn’s residency is made possible with support from Sally & Steve Schroeder.
    Jenny Douglass’s performances are sponsored by Clay Nesbitt.

    Masterworks One concerts are presented in partnership with:

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    Chamber Music 1: Beach & Brahms

    Sat, Oct 12, 2024, 7:30 pm
    Marin Country Club, Novato
    Sun, Oct 13, 2024, 3:00 pm
    Mt. Tam Methodist Church, Mill Valley

    PROGRAM:
    Amy Beach: Theme & Variations for flute and string quartet, Op.80
    (23 minutes)

    MyungJu Yeo, flute
    Jiwon Evelyn Kwark, violin
    Lyly Li, violin
    Meg Eldridge, viola
    Kelley Maulbetsch, cello

    Johannes Brahms: Piano Quartet No.2 in A Major, Op.26
    (50 minutes)

    Ani Bukujian, violin
    Jenny Douglass, viola
    Adele-Akiko Kearns, cello
    John Wilson, piano

    Discover the exotic romanticism of American treasure Amy Beach, and revel in the lush perfection of Brahms’s amiable masterpiece, performed by Marin Symphony all-stars.

    Stay after the concert for a Q & A with the panel of musicians!

    A reception with refreshments is open to all ticketholders after the concert and discussion.

    These performances are sponsored by Charles C. Swensen, Jr. & Alix Barbey.