Current weather predictions show possible icy road conditions in the Asheville area the morning of Thursday, November 15. Our Asheville Symphony Guild program “Marketing the Music” is scheduled to start at 10 a.m. that morning. If Asheville City Schools are delayed or closed, the Guild Program will be canceled.

Please check your email before coming out tomorrow morning to the Guild program for an update on whether the program will go on as planned. We will also post updates on the Guild website: ashevillesymphonyguild.org.

Join us on Thursday, November 15 at 10 a.m. for an Asheville Symphony Guild Program about what goes into marketing the Asheville Symphony.

ASO Marketing effortsFrom setting each season’s look, to video and photo shoots with the Maestro, to managing the symphony’s social media presence — learn about all the methods being used to spread the word about our amazing orchestra. Mary Ellen Dendy, contract marketing coordinator for the Asheville Symphony, shares about the marketing efforts that go into making the symphony a success.

Enjoy refreshments at 10 a.m. followed by the program. It all takes place at the Asheville Symphony Offices at 27 College Place, Suite 100, Asheville, NC 28801.

Directions: From College Street turn north on to Town Mountain Road. Just up the hill and into the curve, turn right on College Place. Go past the church to the first office building on the right. Turn right into the parking lot. The symphony offices are in the building with the Explore Asheville signage. You may park in the building’s parking lot or in the two church parking lots next to the office complex.

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Pass the Hat Nov. 17

You can help support Music in the Schools!

The Guild’s annual “Pass the Hat” fundraiser will be held at the Nov. 17 Masterworks Concert. Bring you credit card, checkbook or cash to help kids learn about music!

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MASTERWORKS 3
Saturday, November 17, 2018
8 p.m.
Thomas Wolfe Auditorium

Darko Butorac, conductor
Aaron Diehl, piano

Bates  Mothership
Ellington  New World A-Comin’
Gershwin  Variations on “I Got Rhythm”
Ellington  Harlem
Gershwin  An American in Paris

This program is a celebration of American composers featuring Bates, Ellingtonand Gershwin. These three share the spirit of innovation — re-imagining what orchestral music can be through their own passions and experiences. Aaron Diehl, a classically trained pianist and composer and a staple of the New York jazz scene, joins the orchestra for Gershwin’s Variations on “I Got Rhythm” and Ellington’s New World A-Comin.’

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Join us on Thursday, October 11 at 10 a.m. for an Asheville Symphony Guild Program all about the Asheville Symphony Youth Orchestra.

Come hear about our amazing Youth Orchestra! ASYO Music Director Emily Schaad and General Manager Brian Garland will discuss their experiences working with and conducting the student musicians of the Youth Orchestra. Learn more about the workshops, retreats, practices and performances that are all part of our youth orchestra students’ incredible journey to musicianhood!

Enjoy refreshments at 10 a.m. followed by the program. It all takes place at the Asheville Symphony Offices at 27 College Place, Suite 100, Asheville, NC 28801.

Directions: From College Street turn north on to Town Mountain Road. Just up the hill and into the curve, turn right on College Place. Go past the church to the first office building on the right. Turn right into the parking lot. The symphony offices are in the building with the Explore Asheville signage. You may park in the building’s parking lot or in the two church parking lots next to the office complex.

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Our Directory is Now Digital

Looking for a Guild friend’s address?
The Guild Membership Directory is now online. Click on the Membership Directory button (found under the Membership tab) and you can download a copy of the directory to your computer. If you prefer a physical copy, it prints out on six pages.

Please note: If you have not logged in to the website before, you will need to create a password to access the membership directory.

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The Guild hosted a Musical Feast to welcome our new Maestro, Darko Butorac (pictured, center).

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Don’t miss these fantastic Feasts!

Return to Perelandra
Dinner on the Deck and a Concert by the Lonesome Road Band
Thursday, October 18, 5 p.m.
Return to beautiful Perelandra for an evening highlighted by a fabulous bluegrass concert featuring Grammy-nominated J. Larry Keith and The Lonesome Road Band. They have an outstanding Bluegrass repertoire, providing wonderful harmonies along with telling humorous mountain stories. Perelandra, and its beautiful mountain views is the home of Jerry Reed Smith, a very well-known dulcimer maker. Adjoining his home and his dulcimer workshop (which we get to tour), Jerry has built a wonderfully intimate concert hall.

From Folk to Baroque
Join Robin Bullock of Swannanoa Solstice Fame for a Delectable Dinner and a Fantastic Concert
Thursday, October 25, 5:30 p.m.
After a fabulous dinner looking out on the forests of the Ramble, Robin Bullock, hailed as the Celtic Guitar God by the Baltimore City Paper, will entertain us with his celebrated acoustic guitar, mandolin and cittern. He blends the ancient melodies of Celtic lands, their American descendants, and the masterworks of the Baroque and Renaissance eras into a powerful musical vision.

Lunch with Ann Vasilik
Watch the amazing Ann Vasilik create one of her masterful Asheville scenes right in front of us. Then enjoy a delicious lunch.
Wednesday, November 7, 12 p.m.
Have you ever watched Ann work? There is a fascinating magic as the transparent washes begin to reveal the solid elements of the scene. A special prize will go to the first person who can identify where the view is seen from! Add a glass of delightful wine and a delicious lunch! One guest will win the demo painting (which Ann will frame). Expect additional prizes as well.

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Pass the Hat Nov. 17

You can help support Music in the Schools!

The Guild’s annual “Pass the Hat” fundraiser will be held at the Nov. 17 Masterworks Concert. Bring you credit card, checkbook or cash to help kids learn about music!

We have an abundance of fun and entertaining Musical Feasts coming up this season! Check out the full calendar of Musical Feasts.

A few highlights of what’s ahead:

Return to Perelandra, Oct. 18: Enjoy a sumptuous dinner overlooking Asheville and then listen to a concert by the wonderful Lonesome Road Band at Jerry Lee Smith’s home and dulcimer workshop.

From Folk to Baroque, Oct. 25: Robin Bullock, called the “Celtic Guitar God” (You may have seen him at the Swannanoa Solstice!) will perform for us after a fabulous dinner in the Ramble.

Lunch with Ann Vasilik, Nov. 7: Watch the amazing Ann Vasilik create one of her masterful Asheville scenes right in front of us. Then enjoy a delicious lunch. Have you ever watched Ann work? There is a fascinating magic as the transparent washes begin to reveal the solid elements of the scene. A special prize will go to the first person who can identify where the view is seen from! Add a glass of delightful wine and a delicious lunch! One guest will win the demo painting (which Ann will frame). Expect additional prizes as well.

Join us for these fabulous Feasts all while helping support our Symphony!

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Annual Potluck Success

The Guild’s annual potluck was a great success with 86 people in attendance. The evening featured fabulous food, wonderful conversation among friends, and great views from the pavilion of the Governor’s Western Residence. We look forward to seeing you there next summer!

Pass the Hat Nov. 17

The Guild’s annual Pass the Hat fundraiser for our Music in the Schools Program will be held at the November 17 Masterworks Concert. Bring your checkbook and help support future music lovers!

Our first Asheville Symphony Guild Program of the new season takes place on Thursday, September 13 at 10 a.m. and features an interview with Asheville Symphony Executive Director David Whitehill and Music Director Darko Butorac.

Listen in as Executive Director David Whitehill takes on the role of news correspondent as he interviews our NEW conductor, Darko Butorac! We will learn more about this NEW member of our symphony family in a fun, wonderful way. Do you know what his favorite food is, what musical instruments he plays, or what music he listens to besides classical? Attendees will have a chance to ask questions, too.

Enjoy refreshments at 10 a.m. followed by the interview. It all takes place at the Asheville Symphony Offices at 27 College Place, Suite 100, Asheville, NC 28801.

Directions: From College Street turn north on to Town Mountain Road. Just up the hill and into the curve, turn right on College Place. Go past the church to the first office building on the right. Turn right into the parking lot. The symphony offices are in the building with the Explore Asheville signage. You may park in the building’s parking lot or in the two church parking lots next to the office complex.

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A Night of Visionaries

MASTERWORKS 1
Saturday, September 15, 2018
8 p.m.
Thomas Wolfe Auditorium

Darko Butorac, conductor
George Li, piano

Wagner Tristan und Isolde, Prelude and “Liebestod”
Liszt Piano Concerto No. 1
Shostakovich Symphony No. 5

The season opens in the spirit of the new, with an exploration of three visionary and revolutionary composers. Wagner’s passionate musical rendition of Tristan and Isolde and Shostakovich’s powerful Symphony No. 5 demonstrate the depths of emotion the orchestra can achieve. International Tchaikovsky Competition medalist George Li, joins the orchestra for a performance of Liszt’s Piano Concerto No. 1.

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