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Photo Bottom: “Mixed Repertoire”/
Houston Ballet
Eiffht Great Shows.
One Terrific Price.
At 30% to 40% less! It’s absolutely MSG OPAS ELEVEN.
Chicago Symphony
Garcia Navarro, conducting
Founded in 1891, the Chicago Symphony is the third oldest orchestra in the
United States. One of the most dynamic symphonies on the music scene, it has
introduced the works of Stravinsky, Bartok and Strauss to American audiences.
The Chicago Symphony is one of the most respected orchestras in the world,
appearing regularly on international television and radio. Garcia Navarro, musi
cal director and conductor for the National Opera of San Carlo, Lisbon, Portugal
will conduct this first class symphony in a first class performance.
“. . . one of the wonders of the world. To describe it would be an idle listing of the lands of
perfection that one dreamed of in imagining an ideal orchestra’.’ WASHINGTON POST.
James Galway (flutist) with
the Texas Chamber Orchestra
James Galway is one of the most popular classical performers today. A mixture of
brilliant music and bubbly mischief makes his performances “sold out” all over
America. Galway’s sheer love of music will win the heart of even the last classical
convert. For the music purist, his astounding technique will amaze and delight.
Appearing with the ever popular Texas Chamber Orchestra, this evening prom
ises to be one of the highlights of MSC OPAS ELEVEN.
“If it strikes you as improbable that a flutist would inspire a SRO turnout, then you have
never come up against the extraordinary Mr. Galway!' DALLAS MORNING NEWS.
Western Opera Theater
“Madame Butterfly”
Western Opera Theater is the touring and educational affiliate of the San Fran
cisco Opera. Composed of talented, young American singers, Western Opera
Theater trains opera stars of tomorrow. If it is your first time or your fiftieth time,
you will see opera performed at its best. “Madame Butterfly” will be a complete
opera production sung in English. One critic said, “Not only will veteran opera-
goers find new and intriguing characterizations and approaches to staging, but
this is ideal as an introduction to opera for those who have never seen one before.”
“In my book, this young and enthusiastic and thoroughly professional troupe gets a triple-
thick, four-star, earthquake recommendation. Bravo!’rt. COLLINS COLORADOAN.
Treger/Watts Duo
Charles Treger (Violinist) and Andre Watts (Pianist)
Take a superb violinist and a keyboard giant and together you will have Charles
Treger and Andre Watts. Having first collaborated in 1978, Treger and Watts tour
together each part of the year in a series of joint concerts of unsurpassed beauty.
Treger has performed as a soloist in virtually every musical center in the United
States and Europe. Watts is easily one of the tnree or four great pianists of our day.
Together, they are a “beautiful, communicative combination.”
“It is not just a matter of two virtuosos playing at the same time; they were together in spirit
as much as ensemble!’ SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE.
“Amadeus”
Winner of 5 Tony Awards, including Best Play, “Amadeus” is the story of the
rivalry between Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart ana another 18th century composer,
Antonio Salieri. It is a play about ambition, jealousy and finally, great music. If
you are familiar with the classics, or just want to see who gets it in the end, “Ama
deus” is a gripping look at the power of genius. One critic called it, “A grand and
glorious evening in the theatre.”
“A brilliant, lively, gripping play. Don’t miss it!’ ASSOCIATED PRESS.
Houston Ballet
“Mixed Repertoire”
One of the “hottest” ballet companies in America, the Houston Ballet returns to
MSC OPAS with a new program from an old friend. A mixed repertoire of con
temporary, classic and light entertainment, will ensure a delicious evening for all
dance enthusiasts. No matter what the style, the Houston Ballet brings a kind of
fervor and control to classic and contemporary ballet alike. Try this exciting
change of pace with the Houston Ballet.
“. . . Lines wonderfully drawn in space, volumes perfectly constructed, sustained beauty that
enchants the eye and the ear . . .” PAYS DU VAUD, GENEVA.
The Hungarian State Folk Ensemble
Since its inception more than 30 years ago, the Hungarian State Folk Ensemble
has dazzled audiences from Moscow to Rio de Janeiro. One of the finest folk
dance troupes in the world, it is the ensemble’s first American tour. It is a company
bound by the preservation of tradition, yet ever searching for tomorrow’s new folx
art in dance, song and music. A performance of the Hungarian State Folk Ensem
ble is a whirl of color, a flash of precision and the beauty of nations joined by the
common link of their cultural heritage. The Ensemble is a treasure of the senses
for the whole family.
“... A whirlwind from Hungary. Breathtaking dances, fireworks in music and a rainbow
panorama of the most beautiful costumes’.’ SUDDEUTSCHE ZEITUNG, MUNICH,
WEST GERMANY.
Academy of St. Martin in the Fields Octet
Academy of St. Martin in the Fields Orchestra is Great Britain’s finest performing
ensemble. The Octet consists of eight principle string players who are regular
members of the orchestra. Their programs include the whole span of chamber
music, from Mozart to Mendelssohn. Wherever they perform, it is chamber music
par excellence.
“It would be invidious to extol the virtues of any one of the players, for this chamber ensemble
is an integral part of and has the same quality of tone and the discipline for which the orches
tra is famous . .” DAILY TELEGRAPH, LONDON.
Eleven years in the making.
And the best is yet to come.
Be an MSC OPAS member!
MSC OPAS ELEVEN is the perfect encore to a
decade of programs that have thrilled audiences with
performances from Bach to Borge. And each of
those ten years of MSC OPAS has grown with the
support of the campus and the community.
MSC OPAS doesn’t just happen. It takes money and
time and commitment. It takes you. MSC OPAS
ticket sales cover only a portion of the production
costs. For other expenses, MSC OPAS depends on
contributions from its members. MSC OPAS is a non
profit organization of the Memorial Student Center
at Texas A&M University. It receives no state appro
priated funds. Membership in MSC OPAS is open to
all who wish to make voluntary contributions to the
program—over and above the cost of season tickets.
MSC OPAS Membership
Membership in MSC OPAS is attained on one of
many levels and all contributions are tax deductible.
Guarantees
MSC OPAS membership on the guarantee level
allows individuals to pledge specific dollar amounts to
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cover season deficits. These pledges are made prior
to the season with assessments assigned at the final
board meeting of the year. Donors are then billed the
assessed percentage of their pledge.
O Benefactors are guarantees of $500 and up.
<> Guarantors are guarantees of $ 100 to $499.
Contributions
MSC OPAS membership through contributions
begin at $30. Levels of contribution include:
O Trustees—beginning at $500 contributions
O Patrons—$100 to $499 contributions
O Sponsors—$50 to $99 contributions
O Friends—$30 to $49 contributions
O Scholarship—We will donate your tickets to
Students or Senior Citizens
The Benefits of MSC OPAS
Membership
O Best Seats The best seats in the house are
reserved for MSC OPAS members. Members have
the option each year to renew the same seats they
occupied last season or to change seats (subject to
availability).
O Parking MSC OPAS members receive parking
privileges in lots near the Rudder Complex for all
performances.
O Guild Membership MSC OPAS members are
eligible for membership in the OPAS Guild.
O Social Functions with the Guild All MSC
OPAS members are invited to attend certain social
functions hosted by the OPAS Guild, including
invitations to the MSC OPAS Gala.
The OPAS Guild
All MSC OPAS members are eligible to join the
OPAS Guild. The Guild was organized in 1973 to
support and enrich the programs. Guild functions
include previews, receptions, dinners and other social
affairs in association with various performances. The
Guild also participates in the season ticket campaign.
Annual membership dues are $15 which make the
Guild totally self-supporting. Tojoin the Guild, com
plete your season ticket application as indicated and
include Guild dues with your ticket funds. For more
information, contact Mrs. H. O. Kunkel.
Season Ticket Prices
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MSC OPAS ELEVEN
8 Great Shows 01 Terrific Price
Chicago Symphony
Garcia Navarro, conducting
September 22, 1983
Western Opera Theater
“Madame Butterfly”
October 20, 1983
“Amadeus”
November 17, 1983
The Hungarian State Folk Ensemble
February 11, 1984
James Galway
with the Texas Chamber Orchestra
February 17, 1984
Treger/Watts Duo
Charles Treger (Violinist) and Andre Watts (Pianist)
March 6, 1984
Houston Ballet
“Mixed Repertoire”
March 20, 1984
Academy of St. Martin in the Fields Octet
April 11, 1984
MSC OPAS
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