News - Omaha Symphony

	Interview with James M. Johnson, new President & CEO (6/22/2011) By Michael Lyon (KIOS)
	Massive season-ending show will "grab the soul" (6/2/2011) By Valerie Novotny (Omaha World-Herald)
	Ernest Richardson Pays Tribute to Omaha with Original Score (5/27/2011) By Casey Welsch (HearNebraska.org)
	Conductor's piece to debut at Chamber concert finale (5/26/2011) By Josefina Loza (Omaha World-Herald)
	Symphony to perform free concert on Sunday (5/26/2011) By Kim Bousquet (Council Bluffs Daily Nonpareil)
	Nearly 100 musicians take the stage for epic Season Finale! (5/24/2011) Nearly 100 musicians will bring Mahler’s Seventh Symphony to life June 3 and 4 at the Holland Performing Arts Center. Omaha Symphony music director Thomas Wilkins will conduct.
	It's Music to Their Ears (5/23/2011) By Chase Moffitt (WOWT-Channel 6)
	'Beatlemania' star does Sir Paul proud (5/22/2011) By Todd von Kampen (Omaha World-Herald)
	Oak Ridge Boys still hit the high--and low--notes (5/21/2011) By Todd von Kampen (Omaha World-Herald)
	Band's tour celebrates 30th Anniversary of "Elvira" (5/19/2011) By Kevin Coffey (Omaha World-Herald)
	Mr. Johnson's Opus: An Interview with James M. Johnson (5/19/2011) By Sarah Wengert (The Reader)
	Ernest Richardson debuts world premiere composition, dedicates work to orchestra (5/18/2011) “Performing Ernest’s extraordinary composition is the perfect conclusion to our 90th anniversary season. It is the ideal time to honor one of our own who has given so much to this community,” said Omaha Symphony music director Thomas Wilkins, who will conduct the concert.
	KAT 103.7's Steve & Gina interview Richard Sterban of The Oak Ridge Boys (5/18/2011) By KXKT "KAT" 103.7
	FREE Outdoor Concert in Council Bluffs: Enjoy patriotic, movie music by the Omaha Symphony! (5/16/2011) Experience the power and beauty of live orchestral music for FREE! You’re invited to spend part of your Memorial Day weekend with the Omaha Symphony at a free outdoor concert in Council Bluffs.
	From beloved Beatles hits to solo successes— celebrate the music of McCartney! (5/13/2011) From “Let It Be” and “Live and Let Die” to “Yesterday” and “Silly Love Songs,” the orchestra and vocalist Tony Kishman will perform McCartney’s Beatles classics and solo successes. Concertgoers will also enjoy hits like “The Long and Winding Road,” “Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da,” “Maybe,” ‘and “Hey Jude.”
	Hear "New York, New York" right here in Omaha (5/12/2011) By Josefina Loza (Omaha World-Herald)
	The Oak Ridge Boys bring legendary hits & harmonies to Holland Center! (5/9/2011) Experience a country legend and an American tradition! Spend the evening with The Oak Ridge Boys, one of the most successful, longest-running groups in country music, Friday, May 20 at 8 p.m. at the Holland Center.
	REVIEW: Sounds of "Spring" delight at Holland (5/7/2011) By Todd Von Kampen (Omaha World-Herald)
	Interview with JoAnn Falletta, conductor of "Spring Enchantment" (5/6/2011) By Ben Rasmussen (KVNO)
	Conductor "thrilled" to be back at Holland (5/5/2011) By Ashley Wegner (Omaha World-Herald)
	James M. Johnson named President & CEO of the Omaha Symphony (5/4/2011) The Omaha Symphony is thrilled to announce that James M. Johnson has accepted the position of president and CEO of the Omaha Symphony. Johnson comes to Nebraska from New York City, where he has served as CEO of The New York Pops for more than 10 years. He will officially start with the organization on June 1, 2011.
	Celebrate cool classics of Frank Sinatra with the Omaha Symphony (5/2/2011) Concertgoers will experience a feel-good Sinatra hit parade, including “New York, New York,” “Come Fly With Me,” “My Way,” “That’s Life,” “All The Way,” and more!
	90 Years Young (4/30/2011) By Judy Horan (Omaha Magazine)
	Power & Pipes will move you (4/28/2011) By Keri Klahn (Omaha World-Herald)
	Conductor JoAnn Falletta, cellist Julian Schwarz join orchestra for enchanting classics (4/18/2011) Omaha audiences will be swept away by the star power and musical beauty of Spring Enchantment, May 6 and 7 at the Holland Center. JoAnn Falletta will take the podium to conduct Elgar’s beloved Enigma Variations, as well as works by Prokofiev and Mendelssohn.
	Legacies of Sounds & Service (4/11/2011) By David Williams (Metro Magazine)
	Symphony attracts new listeners by pairing visuals with music (4/7/2011) By Erin Fogarty Owen (Omaha World-Herald)
	Soar with the Omaha Symphony and The Music of the Eagles! (4/4/2011) Eagles songs like “Desperado,” “Take It Easy,” and “Life in the Fast Lane” defined the ‘70s and still dominate the airwaves today. This month in Omaha, you can hear these freewheeling chart-toppers like you’ve never heard them before—with live orchestra!
	'Blue Planet' show indulges the senses (3/31/2011) Omaha World-Herald
	4000+ students make music with Omaha Symphony (3/31/2011) KETV Channel 7
	Classic movie musicals with a live soundtrack at Rodgers & Hammerstein: At the Movies! (3/29/2011) Take the timeless movie musicals of Rodgers & Hammerstein, add the lush, sparkling beauty of a live orchestra, and you’ve got a not-to-be-missed multimedia concert experience!
	Omaha Symphony’s 2011/12 Season packed with big talent, beloved classics & cinematic surprises! (3/28/2011) The Omaha Symphony is thrilled to announce its 2011/12 season, an exciting lineup of more than 50 diverse, live concert experiences. From country superstar LeAnn Rimes and classics by Brahms and Mozart to family favorites like The Wizard of Oz with Orchestra and Christmas with the Symphony, there’s something for every music lover to enjoy!
	Country, rock: 2011/12 season has it all! (3/27/2011) By Niz Proskocil (Omaha World-Herald)
	Go underwater & explore THE BLUE PLANET with incredible ocean life footage, live orchestra! (3/25/2011) This Friday and Saturday at the Holland Center, audiences are invited to dive deep into ocean life with stunning footage from the popular BBC/Discovery TV series The Blue Planet, complemented by live orchestration and narration.
	Gifted pianist takes audience on a journey with her (3/24/2011) By Jane Palmer (Omaha World-Herald)
	Irish spirit flows through fiddle virtuoso (3/17/2011) Omaha World-Herald
	Fiddling Virtuoso performs with Symphony for St. Patrick's Day (3/16/2011) By Robyn Wisch (KVNO News)
	Star pianist, Shostakovich's Fifth bring power and passion to all-Russian concerts (3/14/2011) Feel the fire and thunder of powerhouse classical music as the Omaha Symphony presents Russian Rhapsody March 25 and March 26 at 8 p.m. at the Holland Performing Arts Center. Russian masters like Shostakovich and Rachmaninoff are famous for writing music that stirs the senses and quickens the pulse, and this concert will do just that!
	Patti Austin Interview: Her Tribute to Ella Fitzgerlad (3/10/2011) By Christopher Cooke (KIOS-Jazz in the Afternoon)
	Patti Austin to perform a soulful tribute to Ella Fitzgerald (3/10/2011) By Bob Fischbach (Omaha World-Herald)
	From one great to another: Warren Buffett surprises at 90th Anniversary Gala (3/7/2011) The Omaha World-Herald
	Spend St. Patrick’s Day with a true Irish talent: Celtic fiddler & Riverdance Star EILEEN IVERS! (3/7/2011) There’s no better way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day than with Celtic fiddler and Riverdance star Eileen Ivers! Hailed by The New York Times as the “Jimi Hendrix of the violin,” Ivers will blow you away with her virtuosic fiddle playing that captures the traditional Irish spirit.
	Buffett sings for Holland's Birthday (3/6/2011) KETV
	A Sound Ensemble: Omaha Symphony marks 90th year in fine musical, financial shape. (3/3/2011) By Christopher Burbach (Omaha World-Herald)
	Wahoo talent to shine at Beethoven's Ninth concert (3/3/2011) By Kris Byars (Wahoo Newspaper)
	Relive the elegance of Ella with Grammy winner Patti Austin and swingin' Omaha Symphony (2/28/2011) Grammy Award-winning jazz singer Patti Austin’s soulful tribute to Ella Fitzgerald is a must-see for lovers of swing and song!
	Symphony enhances Three Dog Night's signature sound (2/17/2011) By Niz Proskocil (Omaha World-Herald)
	BSO names Thomas Wilkins to lead youth concerts (2/16/2011) By Jeremy Eichler (Boston Globe)
	Omaha Symphony celebrates 90th Anniversary with Beethoven's Ninth & Black-Tie Gala (2/14/2011) Ninety years ago, the Omaha Symphony consisted of a small but mighty band of talented local players. No one could have dreamed of a home like the Holland Performing Arts Center. No one could have foreseen performing with the world’s best artists, the likes of Itzhak Perlman and Yo-Yo Ma. However, with a passion for artistic excellence and the backing of a generous community, the Omaha Symphony has grown—in size, in artistry, and in impact.
	It's Showtime! From "Partridge Family" bus to the Holland Center, David Cassidy's enjoying the ride (2/10/2011) By Niz Proskocil (Omaha World-Herald)
	Three Dog Night brings feel-good hits to Omaha Feb. 19 (2/4/2011) Celebrate four decades of great music with one of the most successful bands in rock & roll history. Concertgoers will hear hits like “Joy to the World,” “Mama Told Me (Not to Come),” “Shambala,” and “An Old Fashioned Love Song” performed by the band and full orchestra.
	C'mon Get Happy & Feel the Love with David Cassidy! (1/31/2011) Spend Valentine’s weekend with one of the most famous heartthrobs of all time! David Cassidy will join the Omaha Symphony in three special performances February 11-13 at the Holland Center.
	Omaha Symphony's black-tie Gala to celebrate orchestra's 90th anniversary, Richard Holland (1/29/2011) By Karen Sundell (Omaha World-Herald)
	"Gold Rush" quite the feat for Richardson and orchestra (1/28/2011) By Robyn Wisch (KVNO News)