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HOLLYWOOD BOWL 2013 FIREWORKS FINALE Earth, Wind & Fire Hollywood Bowl Orchestra • Thomas Wilkins, conductor In an electrifying return to the Bowl, the beloved masters of funk, soul and R&B will groove through their legendary hits, including “Shining Star,” “After The Love Has Gone,“ “September” and many more. Sing-A-Long Sound of Music Melissa Peterman, host Everyone’s favorite sing-along returns to the Bowl’s big screen. Bring your costume (for the pre-show parade) and warm up your vocal cords for this beloved event. M83 WITH THE Hollywood Bowl Orchestra Phantogram French-born M83 (Anthony Gonzalez) makes his Bowl debut, with orchestra. The New York Times called his Grammy-nominated Hurry Up, We’re Dreaming “vibrant, elegant and unpredictable.” N.Y. electronic pop duo Phantogram opens. Mozart & Beethoven Los Angeles Philharmonic Nicholas McGegan, conductor Nathan Cole, violin • Carrie Dennis, viola includes: MOZART Sinfonia concertante, K. 364; BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 1 SEPTEMBER FIREWORKS KCRW’s World Festival THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY A Night of Elegance Los Angeles Philharmonic Bernard Labadie, conductor Katia and Marielle Labèque, pianos Program to include: MENDELSSOHN Concerto in E for Two Pianos Props to Pops: Dr. John’s Tribute to Louis Armstrong The Blind Boys of Alabama, Dee Dee Bridgewater, SPECIAL GUESTS Terence Blanchard, Nicholas Payton, Arturo Sandoval, Marcus Belgrave, Wendell Brunious, GUEST TRUMPETERS Additional guests to be announced Chicago: The Musical Book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse Music by John Kander Lyrics by Fred Ebb Based on the play Chicago by Maurine Dallas Watkins Brooke Shields, director • Rob Fisher, music director All-star cast to be announced Winner of six Tony Awards, this brilliantly sexy tale of fame, fortune and all that jazz – set amid the razzle-dazzle of the 1920s – will come to life, fully staged and certain to steam up the night with sass, brass and a#$. The Rite of Spring Los Angeles Philharmonic Rafael Frühbeck de Burgos, conductor Augustin Hadelich, violin STRAVINSKY Fireworks TCHAIKOVSKY Violin Concerto STRAVINSKY The Rite of Spring Pines of Rome Los Angeles Philharmonic Rafael Frühbeck de Burgos, conductor Jean-Yves Thibaudet, piano LISZT Totentanz LISZT Les préludes RESPIGHI Fountains of Rome RESPIGHI Pines of Rome Warner Bros. presents Bugs Bunny at the Symphony II Los Angeles Philharmonic • George Daugherty, conductor This exciting new edition adds classics like Duck Amuck; new 3D theatrical animated shorts starring Tweety, Sylvester, Wile E. Coyote and Road Runner; and many old favorites, including What’s Opera, Doc? and Tom and Jerry in The Hollywood Bowl. LOONEY TUNES: TM & © Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. TOM AND JERRY: TM & © Turner Entertainment Co. (s13) Josh Groban July 4th Fireworks Spectacular Los Angeles Philharmonic Sarah Hicks, conductor Celebrate the Fourth at the Bowl’s annual party. 50% discount for children 12 and under – bring the whole family! FIREWORKS Elgar’s Cello Concerto Los Angeles Philharmonic Bramwell Tovey, conductor Johannes Moser, cello BRITTEN An American Overture ELGAR Cello Concerto SIBELIUS Symphony No. 5 Symphonie Fantastique Los Angeles Philharmonic Bramwell Tovey, conductor Martin Chalifour, violin DUKAS Sorcerer’s Apprentice GLAZUNOV Violin Concerto BERLIOZ Symphonie fantastique Pink Martini Los Angeles Philharmonic Bramwell Tovey, conductor Transporting audiences from a samba parade in Rio to a 1930s French cabaret, the Portland-based Bowl favorites return for a fanciful romp with the Los Angeles Philharmonic. For the first time ever, the dazzling China Forbes and bewitching Storm Large share the stage and co-helm the playfully diverse 12-piece band. TUESDAY WEDNESDAY Tilson Thomas & Mahler Los Angeles Philharmonic Michael Tilson Thomas, conductor Kiera Duffy, Sasha Cooke, soloists Los Angeles Master Chorale, Grant Gershon, Music Director MAHLER Symphony No. 2, “Resurrection” Tchaikovsky’s Fourth Los Angeles Philharmonic Michael Tilson Thomas, conductor Gil Shaham, violin RIMSKY-KORSAKOV Dubinushka SIBELIUS Violin Concerto TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No. 4 Grease Sing-A-Long Didi Conn (“Frenchy”), host Now a Bowl tradition, the Grease Sing-A-Long returns with a fun-filled pre-show performance and the much- loved movie on the Bowl’s giant screen. Rodrigo y Gabriela DeVotchKa • Lord Huron Known for exhilarating live shows, Mexico’s acclaimed guitar duo displays an impressive mastery of shredding. DeVotchKa melts its musical experiences into an original blend of rock ’n’ roll. L.A.-based Lord Huron opens. KCRW’s World Festival Queen Latifah Roy Ayers With a voice reminiscent of Etta and Ella, Queen Latifah entrances with cool, sophisticated standards and swinging soul classics. Funky jazz vibesman Ayers kicks things off. Sergio Mendes Herb Alpert & Lani Hall Alpert & Hall bring sophistication and style to the Great American Songbook and more. Mendes closes the party with breezy Rio-pop grooves, such as his signature hit, “The Look of Love.” She & Him Emmylou Harris & Rodney Crowell Matthew E. White Zooey Deschanel and M. Ward, aka She & Him, make music for an eternal spring. Grammy winners Emmylou Harris & Rodney Crowell celebrate their new CD, Old Yellow Moon. REGGAE NIGHT XII Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley Stephen Marley Third World WITH SPECIAL GUEST The Ghetto Youths Crew (Wayne Marshall, Christopher Ellis, Jo Mersa and Black Am I) SUN 7pm Opening Night at the Bowl Hollywood Bowl Orchestra • Thomas Wilkins, conductor 2013 Hall of Fame inductees Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith Additional inductee and performers to be announced Celebrate summer at our rockin’, season-opening event! The annual Hall of Fame concert honors music legends and concludes with fireworks, in this star-studded benefit for the LA Phil and its education programs. SUN 7pm 7:30pm pre-show with Sha Na Na 8:30pm film Tony Bennett The 17-time Grammy winner’s first hit was released in 1951 and his albums continue to top the charts. Don’t miss this chance to see a true living legend doing what he does best! An Evening with Willie Nelson & Family Hollywood Bowl Orchestra • David Campbell, conductor Lyle Lovett and His Large Band American legend Willie Nelson returns to share the stage with the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra. Americana singer/ songwriter Lyle Lovett and His Large Band open. SMOOTH SUMMER JAZZ Dave Koz & Friends Summer Horns Tour 2013 WITH SPECIAL GUESTS Mindi Abair, Gerald Albright, Richard Elliot Morris Day & The Time Jonathan Butler • Yellowjackets Tchaikovsky Spectacular with Fireworks Los Angeles Philharmonic • Robert Moody, conductor Santa Clara Vanguard and Pacific Crest, marching bands The brass, drums and color guard of top California bands will augment the LA Phil, culminating with the thrilling 1812 Overture, complete with cannon and pyrotechnics. Dudamel Conducts Verdi’s Requiem Los Angeles Philharmonic Gustavo Dudamel, conductor Julianna Di Giacomo, Michelle DeYoung, Vittorio Grigolo, Ildebrando D’Arcangelo, soloists Los Angeles Master Chorale Grimaud Plays Brahms Los Angeles Philharmonic James Gaffigan, conductor Hélène Grimaud, piano BEETHOVEN Coriolan Overture STRAUSS Don Juan BRAHMS Piano Concerto No. 1 Steve Martin Preservation Hall Jazz Band Madeleine Peyroux The iconic comedian/skilled musician teams with the Steep Canyon Rangers and Edie Brickell. Preservation Hall plays vintage jazz; Peyroux opens with Billie Holiday-tinged vocals. An Evening with Natalie Cole Chucho Valdés Nine-time Grammy winner Natalie Cole returns with a new show featuring her hits plus exciting new material! Keyboard titan and “dean of Latin jazz” Valdés opens the evening. Dudamel Conducts Verdi’s Requiem Los Angeles Philharmonic Gustavo Dudamel, conductor Julianna Di Giacomo, Michelle DeYoung, Vittorio Grigolo, Ildebrando D’Arcangelo, soloists Los Angeles Master Chorale Grimaud Plays Brahms Los Angeles Philharmonic James Gaffigan, conductor Hélène Grimaud, piano BEETHOVEN Coriolan Overture STRAUSS Don Juan BRAHMS Piano Concerto No. 1 Itzhak Perlman: Eternal Echoes Los Angeles Philharmonic Itzhak Perlman, violin Cantor Yitzchak Meir Helfgot, tenor Klezmer Conservatory Band Eternal Echoes: Songs and Dances for the Soul Buddy Guy Funky Meters A Chicago blues pioneer, #30 of Rolling Stone’s “100 Greatest Guitarists,” a six-time Grammy winner and Kennedy Center Honoree, Guy makes a welcome return. NOLA’s Funky Meters mix funk, blues and dance grooves. Magnificent Mendelssohn Los Angeles Philharmonic Nicholas McGegan, conductor Ray Chen, violin ALL-MENDELSSOHN Hebrides Overture; Violin Concerto Symphony No. 3, “Scottish” Kristin Chenoweth Los Angeles Philharmonic Mary-Mitchell Campbell, conductor Emmy and Tony-winning actress Kristin Chenoweth returns with her first solo show, created for the Bowl. The popular star will perform from her Broadway, TV, film and recording successes (Wicked, Glee and more!), plus songs from iconic movies. Goat Rodeo Yo-Yo Ma – Stuart Duncan Edgar Meyer – Chris Thile with guest Aoife O’Donovan Astounding virtuosos expand musical horizons from Celtic and bluegrass to jazzy improvisations and beyond. The Big Picture: A Night at the Oscars ® Hollywood Bowl Orchestra David Newman, conductor Celebrate music and films honored by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences with scenes on the Bowl’s big screen. Produced in cooperation with A.M.P.A.S. ® ABBA Fest Sing along to all the hits – including “Dancing Queen,” “Mamma Mia,” “S.O.S,” “Money, Money, Money,” “The Winner Takes It All” and more – with Waterloo, the world’s best ABBA tribute band, direct from Sweden. John Williams: Maestro of the Movies Los Angeles Philharmonic John Williams, conductor Julie Andrews, special guest narrator The incomparable composer returns with Raiders of the Lost Ark, Star Wars and more, plus a special tribute to director Blake Edwards and composer Henry Mancini. Blue Man Group Hollywood Bowl Orchestra Thomas Wilkins, conductor In a unique show with full orchestra, the renowned entertainment phenomenon will delight and inspire with an ingenious blend of music, comedy and theatrics. Beethoven’s Third Piano Concerto Los Angeles Philharmonic David Afkham, conductor Paul Lewis, piano BRAHMS Tragic Overture BEETHOVEN Piano Concerto No. 3 BRAHMS Symphony No. 2 Music by Glass — Dance by Diavolo Los Angeles Philharmonic Bramwell Tovey, conductor • Diavolo ADAMS The Chairman Dances PROKOFIEV Romeo and Juliet Suite GLASS Symphony No. 3 / Fluid Infinities (LA Phil-commissioned world-premiere choreography) Czech Mates Los Angeles Philharmonic Jakub Hr˚ uša, conductor Simon Trpcˇeski, piano SMETANA Šárka from Má vlast PROKOFIEV Piano Concerto No. 3 DVOR ˇÁK Symphony No. 6 George Benson Inspiration Tour – A Tribute to Nat King Cole Dianne Reeves The great jazz guitarist/vocalist pays tribute to the legendary Nat King Cole. Dianne Reeves is the perfect complement. WAYNE SHORTER 80TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION Wayne Shorter Quartet WITH Danilo Pérez, John Patitucci, Brian Blade AND SPECIAL GUEST Herbie Hancock ACS: Geri Allen, Terri Lyne Carrington, Esperanza Spalding Joe Lovano and Dave Douglas Quintet: “Sound Prints” The Russian Resistance Los Angeles Philharmonic Leon Botstein, conductor Jennifer Koh, violin PROKOFIEV Violin Concerto No. 2 SHOSTAKOVICH Symphony No. 7, “Leningrad” Romantic Favorites Los Angeles Philharmonic Miguel Harth-Bedoya, conductor Daniil Trifonov, piano GERSHWIN Cuban Overture; Porgy and Bess: Symphonic Picture RACHMANINOFF Piano Concerto No. 2 ADAM SCHOENBERG new work Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros The Sun Ra Arkestra Oliver Mtukudzi Folk, pop, jazz, and African music meet a communal vibe for a captivating, one-of-a-kind live experience. Haydn’s “London” Symphony Los Angeles Philharmonic Bernard Labadie, conductor Karina Gauvin, soprano Ann Hallenberg, alto HAYDN Symphony No. 104, “London” PERGOLESI Stabat mater Diana Ross American icon Diana Ross returns to the Hollywood Bowl to celebrate an unparalleled career that spans more than 40 years, singing her most memorable hits, such as “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” “I’m Coming Out,” and “Endless Love.” Dudamel Conducts Verdi’s Aida Los Angeles Philharmonic Gustavo Dudamel, conductor Liudmyla Monastyrska, Aida Verdi’s opera of ill-fated lovers comes to the Bowl. (Concert version) This concert benefits the LA Phil Musicians Pension Fund. KCRW’s World Festival 7pm 4 8pm 3 8pm 2 8pm 25 8pm 18 8pm 23 7:30pm 11 6pm 18 8pm 15 8pm 8 8pm 7 8pm 14 8pm 13 8pm 6 8pm 20 8pm 21 8pm 22 7pm 25 7:30pm 9/1 7pm 8 8pm 29 8pm 5 8pm 10 8pm 3 8pm 12 8pm 14 8pm 7 8pm 13 8pm 6 7:30pm 15 8pm 11 8pm 28 8pm 27 FIREWORKS SAT SUN 7pm 6pm pre-show 7:30pm film 21 22 8pm 10 8pm 9 8pm 16 8pm 23 8pm 30 8pm 17 8pm 24 8pm 31 FIREWORKS FIREWORKS KCRW’s World Festival 8pm 1 8pm 31 8pm 30 8pm 27 8pm 20 8pm 6 8pm 26 8pm 19 8pm 5 13 7:30pm 28 7:30pm 21 7pm 14 30 23 SAT 8pm 22 8pm 16 8pm 17 8pm 9 8pm 10 8pm 11 FIREWORKS WED 3 7:30pm TUE 2 7:30pm THU 7:30pm 4 KCRW’s World Festival KCRW’s World Festival Vampire Weekend Beirut N.Y.’s pop adventurers return to the Bowl with a new record, Modern Vampires of the City. Renaissance man Zach Condon and his band Beirut blend traditional European music with modern American rock. The xx Chromatics London trio The xx daringly lends cerebral electronics to modern pop and R&B. Portland’s Chromatics open. 29 28 SUN 7pm SAT 8pm FIREWORKS JUNE JULY MICHAEL TILSON THOMAS RODRIGO Y GABRIELA GIL SHAHAM SERGIO MENDES DIANA ROSS BUDDY GUY BRAMWELL TOVEY QUEEN LATIFAH STEVE MARTIN AND THE STEEP CANYON RANGERS FEATURING EDIE BRICKELL AUGUST GUSTAVO DUDAMEL THOMAS WILKINS
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HOLLYWOOD BOWL 2013
FIREWORKS FINALE
Earth, Wind & Fire Hollywood Bowl Orchestra • Thomas Wilkins, conductorIn an electrifying return to the Bowl, the beloved masters of funk, soul and R&B will groove through their legendary hits, including “Shining Star,” “After The Love Has Gone,“ “September” and many more.
Sing-A-Long Sound of Music Melissa Peterman, host
Everyone’s favorite sing-along returns to the Bowl’s big screen. Bring your costume (for the pre-show parade) and warm up your vocal cords for this beloved event.
M83 WITH THE Hollywood Bowl OrchestraPhantogramFrench-born M83 (Anthony Gonzalez) makes his Bowl debut, with orchestra. The New York Times called his Grammy-nominated Hurry Up, We’re Dreaming “vibrant, elegant and unpredictable.” N.Y. electronic pop duo Phantogram opens.
Mozart & BeethovenLos Angeles Philharmonic Nicholas McGegan, conductor Nathan Cole, violin • Carrie Dennis, violaincludes: MOZART Sinfonia concertante, K. 364; BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 1
SEPTEMBER
FIREWORKS
KCRW’s World Festival
THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY
A Night of EleganceLos Angeles Philharmonic Bernard Labadie, conductor Katia and Marielle Labèque, pianos
Program to include: MENDELSSOHN Concerto in E for Two Pianos
Props to Pops: Dr. John’s Tribute to Louis Armstrong
The Blind Boys of Alabama, Dee Dee Bridgewater, SPECIAL GUESTS
Terence Blanchard, Nicholas Payton, Arturo Sandoval, Marcus Belgrave, Wendell Brunious, GUEST TRUMPETERS
Additional guests to be announced
Chicago: The MusicalBook by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse Music by John Kander Lyrics by Fred Ebb Based on the play Chicago by Maurine Dallas Watkins
Brooke Shields, director • Rob Fisher, music director All-star cast to be announcedWinner of six Tony Awards, this brilliantly sexy tale of fame, fortune and all that jazz – set amid the razzle-dazzle of the 1920s – will come to life, fully staged and certain to steam up the night with sass, brass and a#$.
The Rite of SpringLos Angeles Philharmonic Rafael Frühbeck de Burgos, conductor Augustin Hadelich, violin
STRAVINSKY Fireworks TCHAIKOVSKY Violin Concerto STRAVINSKY The Rite of Spring
Pines of RomeLos Angeles Philharmonic Rafael Frühbeck de Burgos, conductor Jean-Yves Thibaudet, piano
LISZT Totentanz LISZT Les préludes RESPIGHI Fountains of Rome RESPIGHI Pines of Rome
Warner Bros. presents
Bugs Bunny at the Symphony IILos Angeles Philharmonic • George Daugherty, conductorThis exciting new edition adds classics like Duck Amuck; new 3D theatrical animated shorts starring Tweety, Sylvester, Wile E. Coyote and Road Runner; and many old favorites, including What’s Opera, Doc? and Tom and Jerry in The Hollywood Bowl. LOONEY TUNES: TM & © Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. TOM AND JERRY: TM & © Turner Entertainment Co. (s13)
Josh GrobanJuly 4th Fireworks SpectacularLos Angeles Philharmonic Sarah Hicks, conductor
Celebrate the Fourth at the Bowl’s annual party. 50% discount for children 12 and under – bring the whole family!
FIREWORKS
Elgar’s Cello Concerto Los Angeles Philharmonic Bramwell Tovey, conductor Johannes Moser, cello
BRITTEN An American Overture ELGAR Cello Concerto SIBELIUS Symphony No. 5
Symphonie Fantastique Los Angeles Philharmonic Bramwell Tovey, conductor Martin Chalifour, violin
DUKAS Sorcerer’s Apprentice GLAZUNOV Violin Concerto BERLIOZ Symphonie fantastique
Pink MartiniLos Angeles Philharmonic Bramwell Tovey, conductorTransporting audiences from a samba parade in Rio to a 1930s French cabaret, the Portland-based Bowl favorites return for a fanciful romp with the Los Angeles Philharmonic. For the first time ever, the dazzling China Forbes and bewitching Storm Large share the stage and co-helm the playfully diverse 12-piece band.
TUESDAY WEDNESDAY
Tilson Thomas & Mahler Los Angeles Philharmonic Michael Tilson Thomas, conductor Kiera Duffy, Sasha Cooke, soloists Los Angeles Master Chorale, Grant Gershon, Music Director
MAHLER Symphony No. 2, “Resurrection”
Tchaikovsky’s FourthLos Angeles Philharmonic Michael Tilson Thomas, conductor Gil Shaham, violin
RIMSKY-KORSAKOV Dubinushka SIBELIUS Violin Concerto TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No. 4
Grease Sing-A-LongDidi Conn (“Frenchy”), host Now a Bowl tradition, the Grease Sing-A-Long returns with a fun-filled pre-show performance and the much- loved movie on the Bowl’s giant screen.
Rodrigo y GabrielaDeVotchKa • Lord Huron
Known for exhilarating live shows, Mexico’s acclaimed guitar duo displays an impressive mastery of shredding. DeVotchKa melts its musical experiences into an original blend of rock ’n’ roll. L.A.-based Lord Huron opens.
KCRW’s World Festival
Queen LatifahRoy AyersWith a voice reminiscent of Etta and Ella, Queen Latifah entrances with cool, sophisticated standards and swinging soul classics. Funky jazz vibesman Ayers kicks things off.
Sergio MendesHerb Alpert & Lani HallAlpert & Hall bring sophistication and style to the Great American Songbook and more. Mendes closes the party with breezy Rio-pop grooves, such as his signature hit, “The Look of Love.”
She & HimEmmylou Harris & Rodney Crowell Matthew E. WhiteZooey Deschanel and M. Ward, aka She & Him, make music for an eternal spring. Grammy winners Emmylou Harris & Rodney Crowell celebrate their new CD, Old Yellow Moon.
REGGAE NIGHT XII
Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley Stephen MarleyThird WorldWITH SPECIAL GUEST
The Ghetto Youths Crew (Wayne Marshall, Christopher Ellis, Jo Mersa and Black Am I)
SUN7pm
Opening Night at the Bowl Hollywood Bowl Orchestra • Thomas Wilkins, conductor 2013 Hall of Fame inductees Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith Additional inductee and performers to be announced
Celebrate summer at our rockin’, season-opening event! The annual Hall of Fame concert honors music legends and concludes with fireworks, in this star-studded benefit for the LA Phil and its education programs.
SUN7pm
7:30pm pre-show with Sha Na Na8:30pm film
Tony BennettThe 17-time Grammy winner’s first hit was released in 1951 and his albums continue to top the charts. Don’t miss this chance to see a true living legend doing what he does best!
An Evening with Willie Nelson & FamilyHollywood Bowl Orchestra • David Campbell, conductor
Lyle Lovett and His Large BandAmerican legend Willie Nelson returns to share the stage with the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra. Americana singer/songwriter Lyle Lovett and His Large Band open.
SMOOTH SUMMER JAZZ
Dave Koz & Friends Summer Horns Tour 2013 WITH SPECIAL GUESTS Mindi Abair, Gerald Albright, Richard ElliotMorris Day & The TimeJonathan Butler • Yellowjackets
Tchaikovsky Spectacular with FireworksLos Angeles Philharmonic • Robert Moody, conductor Santa Clara Vanguard and Pacific Crest, marching bands
The brass, drums and color guard of top California bands will augment the LA Phil, culminating with the thrilling 1812 Overture, complete with cannon and pyrotechnics.
Dudamel Conducts Verdi’s RequiemLos Angeles Philharmonic Gustavo Dudamel, conductor Julianna Di Giacomo, Michelle DeYoung, Vittorio Grigolo, Ildebrando D’Arcangelo, soloists Los Angeles Master Chorale
Grimaud Plays BrahmsLos Angeles Philharmonic James Gaffigan, conductor Hélène Grimaud, piano
BEETHOVEN Coriolan Overture STRAUSS Don Juan BRAHMS Piano Concerto No. 1
Steve MartinPreservation Hall Jazz BandMadeleine PeyrouxThe iconic comedian/skilled musician teams with the Steep Canyon Rangers and Edie Brickell. Preservation Hall plays vintage jazz; Peyroux opens with Billie Holiday-tinged vocals.
An Evening with Natalie Cole
Chucho ValdésNine-time Grammy winner Natalie Cole returns with a new show featuring her hits plus exciting new material! Keyboard titan and “dean of Latin jazz” Valdés opens the evening.
Dudamel Conducts Verdi’s RequiemLos Angeles Philharmonic Gustavo Dudamel, conductor Julianna Di Giacomo, Michelle DeYoung, Vittorio Grigolo, Ildebrando D’Arcangelo, soloists Los Angeles Master Chorale
Grimaud Plays BrahmsLos Angeles Philharmonic James Gaffigan, conductor Hélène Grimaud, piano
BEETHOVEN Coriolan Overture STRAUSS Don Juan BRAHMS Piano Concerto No. 1
Itzhak Perlman: Eternal Echoes Los Angeles Philharmonic Itzhak Perlman, violin Cantor Yitzchak Meir Helfgot, tenor Klezmer Conservatory Band
Eternal Echoes: Songs and Dances for the Soul
Buddy GuyFunky MetersA Chicago blues pioneer, #30 of Rolling Stone’s “100 Greatest Guitarists,” a six-time Grammy winner and Kennedy Center Honoree, Guy makes a welcome return. NOLA’s Funky Meters mix funk, blues and dance grooves.
Magnificent MendelssohnLos Angeles Philharmonic Nicholas McGegan, conductor Ray Chen, violin
ALL-MENDELSSOHN Hebrides Overture; Violin Concerto Symphony No. 3, “Scottish”
Kristin Chenoweth Los Angeles Philharmonic Mary-Mitchell Campbell, conductor
Emmy and Tony-winning actress Kristin Chenoweth returns with her first solo show, created for the Bowl. The popular star will perform from her Broadway, TV, film and recording successes (Wicked, Glee and more!), plus songs from iconic movies.
Goat Rodeo Yo-Yo Ma – Stuart Duncan Edgar Meyer – Chris Thilewith guest Aoife O’Donovan
Astounding virtuosos expand musical horizons from Celtic and bluegrass to jazzy improvisations and beyond.
The Big Picture: A Night at the Oscars®
Hollywood Bowl Orchestra David Newman, conductor
Celebrate music and films honored by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences with scenes on the Bowl’s big screen. Produced in cooperation with A.M.P.A.S.®
ABBA FestSing along to all the hits – including “Dancing Queen,” “Mamma Mia,” “S.O.S,” “Money, Money, Money,” “The Winner Takes It All” and more – with Waterloo, the world’s best ABBA tribute band, direct from Sweden.
John Williams: Maestro of the MoviesLos Angeles Philharmonic John Williams, conductor Julie Andrews, special guest narrator
The incomparable composer returns with Raiders of the Lost Ark, Star Wars and more, plus a special tribute to director Blake Edwards and composer Henry Mancini.
Blue Man GroupHollywood Bowl Orchestra Thomas Wilkins, conductor
In a unique show with full orchestra, the renowned entertainment phenomenon will delight and inspire with an ingenious blend of music, comedy and theatrics.
Beethoven’s Third Piano ConcertoLos Angeles Philharmonic David Afkham, conductor Paul Lewis, piano
BRAHMS Tragic Overture BEETHOVEN Piano Concerto No. 3 BRAHMS Symphony No. 2
Music by Glass — Dance by DiavoloLos Angeles Philharmonic Bramwell Tovey, conductor • Diavolo
ADAMS The Chairman Dances PROKOFIEV Romeo and Juliet Suite GLASS Symphony No. 3 / Fluid Infinities (LA Phil-commissioned world-premiere choreography)
Czech MatesLos Angeles Philharmonic Jakub Hruša, conductor Simon Trpceski, piano
SMETANA Šárka from Má vlast PROKOFIEV Piano Concerto No. 3 DVORÁK Symphony No. 6
George Benson Inspiration Tour – A Tribute to Nat King ColeDianne ReevesThe great jazz guitarist/vocalist pays tribute to the legendary Nat King Cole. Dianne Reeves is the perfect complement.
WAYNE SHORTER 80TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
Wayne Shorter Quartet WITH Danilo Pérez, John Patitucci, Brian Blade AND SPECIAL GUEST Herbie Hancock ACS: Geri Allen, Terri Lyne Carrington, Esperanza Spalding
Joe Lovano and Dave Douglas Quintet: “Sound Prints”
The Russian ResistanceLos Angeles Philharmonic Leon Botstein, conductor Jennifer Koh, violin
PROKOFIEV Violin Concerto No. 2 SHOSTAKOVICH Symphony No. 7, “Leningrad”
Romantic FavoritesLos Angeles Philharmonic Miguel Harth-Bedoya, conductor Daniil Trifonov, piano
GERSHWIN Cuban Overture; Porgy and Bess: Symphonic Picture RACHMANINOFF Piano Concerto No. 2 ADAM SCHOENBERG new work
Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic ZerosThe Sun Ra Arkestra Oliver Mtukudzi
Folk, pop, jazz, and African music meet a communal vibe for a captivating, one-of-a-kind live experience.
Haydn’s “London” SymphonyLos Angeles Philharmonic Bernard Labadie, conductor Karina Gauvin, soprano Ann Hallenberg, alto
HAYDN Symphony No. 104, “London” PERGOLESI Stabat mater
Diana RossAmerican icon Diana Ross returns to the Hollywood Bowl to celebrate an unparalleled career that spans more than 40 years, singing her most memorable hits, such as “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” “I’m Coming Out,” and “Endless Love.”
Dudamel Conducts Verdi’s AidaLos Angeles Philharmonic Gustavo Dudamel, conductor Liudmyla Monastyrska, Aida
Verdi’s opera of ill-fated lovers comes to the Bowl. (Concert version) This concert benefits the LA Phil Musicians Pension Fund.
KCRW’s World Festival
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Vampire WeekendBeirutN.Y.’s pop adventurers return to the Bowl with a new record, Modern Vampires of the City. Renaissance man Zach Condon and his band Beirut blend traditional European music with modern American rock.
The xxChromaticsLondon trio The xx daringly lends cerebral electronics to modern pop and R&B. Portland’s Chromatics open.
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MICHAEL TILSON THOMAS RODRIGO Y GABRIELA
GIL SHAHAM
SERGIO MENDES
DIANA ROSSBUDDY GUYBRAMWELL TOVEYQUEEN LATIFAH
STEVE MARTIN AND THE STEEP CANYON RANGERS FEATURING EDIE BRICKELL
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GUSTAVO DUDAMEL
THOMAS WILKINS
