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JÄRVI CELEBRATES AROUND THE WORLD |
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The NJSO was honored to begin the world-wide festivities in May for Neeme Järvi’s 70th birthday on June 7. To commemorate the occasion, the NJSO commissioned a work from Darryl Kubian, NJSO violinist and composer. The Maestro Waltz received its world premiere at our concerts in May, and both audiences and musicians enjoyed its charm and buoyant spirit. We also presented Maestro Järvi with a birthday cake and a souvenir book of special greetings written by over 2,000 audience members.
A gala concert in Estonia, held in the capital city of Tallinn on Saturday, May 26 with the Estonian National Symphony, was a family affair. Maestro Järvi was joined on the conductors podium with sons Paavo and Kristjan, while daughter Maarika took a solo turn on the flute. The gala included performances by Juhan Tralla, tenor, and the Estonian National Male Choir. The program opened with Sibelius’s Finlandia, a fitting tribute to the Maestro and his family.
On his birthday, Maestro Järvi conducts a concert in Metz, France with the Residentie Orkest of The Hague, where he is Chief Conductor. He will also be honored on June 15 with a gala concert in The Hague. |
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PICTURE GALLERY - Click on the photo to see a full-size image |
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| Happy Birthday Neeme Järvi |
The NJSO serenades
Maestro Järvi |
Presenting a birthday cake |
The Maestro Waltz score |
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| NJSO’s President André Gremillet congratulates the Maestro |
Reading birthday greetings |
A young fan sends best wishes |
A greeting from NJSO Board Chairman Victor Parsonnet |
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| SOUVENIR BOOK MESSAGES |
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Our audiences were thrilled to send their personal birthday greetings to Maestro Järvi. Over 2,000 people sent messages that were compiled into souvenir books presented to Maestro Järvi on May 20th.
Following are just a few of the birthday greetings we received: |
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| “We’ve been subscribers for nearly 35 years. The Orchestra has never sounded better or has been in better hands. Thank you. Congratulations and happy birthday!” |
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| “Hello Maestro Järvi, I’m 11 years old and am here for the first time. I hope 70 is a great year for you. Happy Birthday!” |
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“You have made our Friday the best night of the week. Thank you so much for your musicianship and kindness.” |
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| "I love the twinkle in your eyes and wish you another 70 years" |
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| "Thank you for “dancing” your way into our hearts. Happy 70th!" |
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| "Many, many more years of soul-inspiring music!" |
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| "Thank you for the many delightful, beautiful musical afternoons! May the joy you’ve brought me be yours for many years to come! Happy Birthday!" |
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"What a wonderful way to enjoy life- making beautiful music to enrich everyone else. Happy 70th." |
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CONCERT REVIEWS |
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The 2006-07 season received great acclaim, with critics bestowing accolades on Maestro Järvi’s musicianship and charismatic stage presence. Following are links to reviews of the “birthday celebration” concerts.
The Star-Ledger said:
“…Neeme Järvi’s tenure with the group has been a manifold gift—fresh repertoire, suppler performances and far more fun onstage…”
“The performance was stylish, suffused with a vibrancy and warmth that Haydn must have."
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THE MAESTRO WALTZ |
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Commisioned by the NJSO, Darryl Kubian’s The Maestro Waltz was joyously received by audiences as a loving tribute to Maestro Järvi’s trademark encore pieces.
See the music of The Maestro Waltz
The Maestro Waltz [PDF] |
