Trumpeting the season

The celebration for what would be Beethoven’s 250th birthday is a little over a year away, but that doesn’t mean the local classical scene is on hold until then. The 2019-2020 season is a smorgasbord with choices for just about every palate. You’ll find works by heavy hitters like Haydn, Mozart, and Bach, as well as contemporary music from luminaries like Philip Glass. A little opera. Some challenging chamber works. And notable soloists. To navigate it all, check out Pasatiempo’s special rundown of the upcoming season. We take a look at the lineups of 13 area classical music organizations, including a handful within an easy drive, and highlight the programs not to miss. And the best part: It’s designed so you can pull out the eight-page package and save it for easy reference throughout the year.