Virtual Notes from the Westchester Philharmonic September/October 2007 A Sterling Celebration The gala 25 years in the making. Read more. A Romantic Opening Dichter and the Phil pitch Tchaikovsky and Brahms. Read more. Subscribers! Bring a friend, save money. Read more. Famous Flentrop Rolls Out 21,000 lbs., 3,721 pipes, 1 Organ Symphony. Read more. Should I Subscribe? The answer is easier than you think. Read more.

A Sterling Celebration The Philharmonic celebrates a special anniversary season with a benefit at Doral Arrowood in Rye Brook on Sunday, November 11th. Held at the site of the orchestra’s very first benefit, the evening will honor the final season for founding Music Director and Conductor Paul Lustig Dunkel as well as the orchestra's achievements over the last quarter century. “We’re planning a sterling event for this landmark anniversary. We’re expecting performances by old friends of the orchestra, tributes to those who have contributed to our success over the years, and of course, lots of fun,” remarked gala co-chair Mary Beth Buck. Also hard at work planning the benefit festivities are co-chairs Cris Ansnes, Judy Casten, and Donna O’Rourke. The benefit will include cocktails, dinner, and performances by guest artists. Tickets start at $250 and can be purchased by calling 914-682-3707 ext. 10. More info at: http://www.westchesterphil.org/sterling.asp

A Romantic Opening On October 6th and 7th world-renowned pianist and Westchester native Misha Dichter joins the Philharmonic for performances of Tchaikovsky’s first Piano Concerto. This beloved work gained fame in the 1950’s when a young Van Cliburn performed it at the First International Tchaikovsky Competition in Russia, winning the gold medal. It was considered a “victory” over communist Russia and Cliburn was given a ticker-tape parade down 5th Avenue in New York – the only professional musician to receive such an honor. Also on the program is Maestro Dunkel’s own orchestration of Mozart’s variations to Ah! Vous dirai-je, maman (you’re sure to recognize the melody as “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star”.) Brahms’ revered and final Symphony No. 4 will conclude the program. Learn more about the 2007-08 season at: www.westchesterphil.org/0708season.asp Subscribers! By now you have received your concert tickets for the 2007-08 season. Please look at them closely to make sure everything is correct. Remember, as a subscriber you receive a $5 discount on additional single tickets. Spend time with your friends, save some money; help the Philharmonic by bringing a friend! For assistance with your subscription call 914-682-3707 ext. 10 or email tickets@westchesterphil.org.

Famous Flentrop Rolls Out On November 3rd and 4th the Philharmonic rolls out the 21,000 pound Flentrop organ, originally built for but never installed at Carnegie Hall. Now housed at the Performing Arts Center for almost 30 years, the Flentrop organ and its 3,721 pipes will be featured prominently in Saint-Saëns’ Third Symphony (also known as the “Organ Symphony”). The Philharmonic last performed this classical music staple in 1989, “so it is high time we showcase this work to Westchester audiences once again,” exclaimed Maestro Dunkel. Also on this all-French program is Chabrier’s homage to Spain, España, and Suite No. 2 from Ravel’s post-impressionistic ballet, Daphnis et Chloe. Learn more about the 2007-08 season at: www.westchesterphil.org/0708season.asp Should I Subscribe? The answer is easy: you should! Most subscription ticket prices are nearly 20% off the single ticket price and include a year-long subscription to Westchester Magazine and discounts at local restaurants. If you find yourself coming to more than three orchestra events per season it’s economical to subscribe. And, of course, then you get to enjoy everything that Westchester’s only professional symphony orchestra has to offer – exciting and lively music just a short drive away. Subscribe TODAY! Call 914-682-3707 ext. 10. Click to check out the benefits of subscribing.