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A stunning creative outpouring that arose from the tragic death of his young children, Dvořák’s Stabat Mater stands as one of the towering monuments of choral music, a soul-stirring meditation on grief and hope. Be there as Andrés leads the Houston Symphony, Chorus and soloists in this sublime and moving masterpiece, full of tender, luminous beauty that shines forth like a light in darkness.
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There is no other symphony like it. No music can match its drama, power and sheer impact. Dive into an aweinspiring new season as Andrés leads Mahler’s epic saga of life, death and transcendence, a monumental journey that starts in the depths of despair, then channels the combined power of more than 250 musicians for an electrifying finale that shakes the rafters and soars to the heavens above.
Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Houston Symphony Chorus Betsy Cook Weber, director DVOŘÁK Stabat Mater
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THURS, SEPT. 27, 8 PM SAT, SEPT. 29, 8 PM SUN, SEPT. 30, 2:30 PM
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Mahler’s Resurrection Symphony
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Itzhak Perlman, conductor and violin BACH Violin Concerto in A Minor MOZART Symphony No. 40 SCHUMANN Symphony No. 4
It doesn’t get any more must-see than this. Legendary violinist Itzhak Perlman is your conductor and soloist in a program of musical delights, including Bach’s crowd-pleasing concerto and Schumann’s rhythmic and rustic Fourth Symphony. To top it off, hear one of the most beloved symphonies ever composed in Mozart’s ingenious Symphony No. 40. Margaret Alkek Williams, Underwriter ITZHAK PERLMAN
Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto Fabien Gabel, conductor Karen Gomyo, violin HERRMANN Vertigo Suite TCHAIKOVSKY Violin Concerto KORNGOLD Suite from The Sea Hawk TCHAIKOVSKY The Tempest
A Mozart & Brahms Thanksgiving
FRI, OCT. 26, 8 PM SAT, OCT. 27, 8 PM SUN, OCT. 28, 2:30 PM
Its hair-raising technical demands were deemed “unplayable” when first composed—but Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto has gone on to become one of the best known and best loved in the repertoire. You’re in good hands with Karen Gomyo, “an artist of rare musical command” (Chicago Tribune). Plus, enjoy the cinematic sweep of music from Hitchcock’s Vertigo.
The Seven Deadly Sins
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FRI, NOV. 2, 8 PM SAT, NOV. 3, 8 PM SUN, NOV. 4, 2:30 PM
Bramwell Tovey, conductor Storm Large, vocalist (Anna) Hudson Shad, vocalists (The Family) R. STRAUSS “Dance of the Seven Veils” from Salome SCRIABIN The Poem of Ecstasy WEILL The Seven Deadly Sins
Meet Anna I. Meet Anna II. They’re two sides of the same person—and they’re about to take you on one wild ride. From the storied team of Kurt Weill and Bertolt Brecht comes the tale of two personas (one sensible, one sultry) on a seven-city search for the American dream. Storm Large has earned rave reviews playing Anna all across the country, and now brings her signature role to Houston. Part parody. Part poetry. All riveting. 6
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David Danzmayr, conductor Inon Barnatan, piano SUPPÉ Overture to The Beautiful Galatea MOZART Piano Concerto No. 22 BRAHMS Symphony No. 4
FRI, NOV. 23, 8 PM SAT, NOV. 24, 8 PM SUN, NOV. 25, 2:30 PM
How glorious it is to behold pure genius at its prime in Mozart’s late, great Piano Concerto No. 22, written during an astoundingly prolific stretch in which the music poured forth as if fully formed. Then, peer through a dazzling kaleidoscope of color with Brahms’ radiant final symphony. It’s a program of musical delights, this Thanksgiving with the Houston Symphony.
Ohlsson Plays Beethoven THURS, NOV. 29, 8 PM SAT, DEC. 1, 8 PM SUN, DEC. 2, 2:30 PM
Edo de Waart, conductor Garrick Ohlsson, piano BEETHOVEN Piano Concerto No. 3 ELGAR Symphony No. 1
Beethoven’s soulful and sparkling Piano Concerto No. 3 gets the superstar treatment from legendary pianist Garrick Ohlsson, whose virtuosic artistry yields “a sound so lush it almost glistens” (Seattle Times). Then, immerse yourself in the soaring musical world of Sir Edward Elgar as renowned conductor Edo de Waart—a master of grand-scale symphonies—leads the composer’s lavish, heartfelt First.
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Filled with radiant warmth and dazzling flights into the stratosphere, Korngold’s Violin Concerto is one of the most treasured in the repertoire. In the hands of Latvian star Baiba Skride, “a passionate, heart-on-sleeve player” (The Guardian), it promises to be nothing short of extraordinary. This dynamic program ends with Ravel’s fiery showstopper, a hair-raising whirlwind that evokes old-world elegance waltzing on the brink of oblivion.
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Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Baiba Skride, violin IVES Symphony No. 4, Fugue KORNGOLD Violin Concerto STRAVINSKY Symphony in Three Movements RAVEL La valse
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Eschenbach, Mahler and the Houston Symphony. It’s a combination that made the world take note, and you’ll hear why when the beloved former Music Director returns for Mahler’s extraordinary farewell symphony, an all-encompassing musical drama that ends with a breathtaking descent into rapt silence. Called “pure, euphoric poetry” (Los Angeles Times), Salonen’s Violin Concerto is performed by the violinist who inspired it: the fiery and fearless Leila Josefowicz.
Debussy’s La mer
Ravel’s La valse THURS, JAN. 24, 8 PM SAT, JAN. 26, 8 PM SUN, JAN. 27, 2:30 PM
Christoph Eschenbach, conductor Leila Josefowicz, violin ESA-PEKKA SALONEN Violin Concerto MAHLER Symphony No. 9
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Saucy as the city streets, majestic as a city skyline, Rhapsody in Blue’s iconic opening and unforgettable melodies make it one of the most enduringly popular works in all of classical music. Hear the original jazz band version, alongside Ravel’s bluesy, dreamy Concerto in G as the phenomenal Jeffrey Kahane plays and conducts this program of symphonic gems with a French twist and a Jazz Age flair. There’s no better way to ring in the New Year!
Eschenbach and Josefowicz
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FRI, JAN. 4, 8 PM SAT, JAN. 5, 8 PM SUN, JAN. 6, 2:30 PM
Jeffrey Kahane, conductor and piano RAVEL Piano Concerto in G TIMO ANDRES Paraphrase on Themes of Brian Eno MILHAUD La création du monde GERSHWIN Rhapsody in Blue
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Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue
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FRI, MARCH 8, 8 PM SAT, MARCH 9, 8 PM SUN, MARCH 10, 2:30 PM
Ludovic Morlot, conductor Susan Graham, mezzo-soprano BERLIOZ Overture to Béatrice et Bénedict BERLIOZ Les nuits d’été ROUSSEL Suite from The Spider’s Feast DEBUSSY La mer
As sensuous and bewitching as the sea by which it’s inspired, Debussy’s La mer stands as one of the most stunning achievements in symphonic music. Acclaimed French conductor Ludovic Morlot returns to interpret this immortal masterpiece, music of majesty, mystery and primordial power. A luminous all-French program spotlights world-renowned mezzo-soprano Susan Graham in Berlioz’ poignant reveries of love and loss, Les nuits d’été.
BELL PLAYS BEETHOVEN FRI, MARCH 15, 8 PM SAT, MARCH 16, 8 PM SUN, MARCH 17, 2:30 PM
Joshua Bell, conductor and violin BEETHOVEN Violin Concerto BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 4
Nine symphonies. Five piano concertos. One perfect violin concerto. A violin lovers’ dream season continues as the incomparable Joshua Bell, hailed as “the greatest American violinist active today” (The Boston Herald), plays and conducts Beethoven’s sublime, supremely beautiful masterpiece. A blockbuster all-Beethoven program ends with the joyous and jovial Fourth Symphony. Margaret Alkek Williams, Underwriter
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CARMINA BURANA Yaniv Dinur, conductor Houston Symphony Chorus, Betsy Cook Weber, director Brinton Averil Smith, cello D’ALBERT Cello Concerto ORFF Carmina Burana
Bold and bawdy, fiery and visceral, Carmina Burana is one of the most instantlyFRI, MARCH 29, 8 PM recognizable pieces in all SAT, MARCH 30, 8 PM SUN, MARCH 31, 2:30 PM of music. Escape into this intoxicating ode to life, lust and all things earthy, an unforgettable concert experience that thrills with haunting medieval chants, dynamic spectacle and sheer sonic force. Plus, Principal Cellist Brinton Averil Smith takes center stage for d’Albert’s lyrical concerto. BRINTON AVERIL SMITH
SIMON TRP ESKI
THURS, APRIL 4, 8 PM SAT, APRIL 6, 8 PM SUN, APRIL 7, 2:30 PM
Tchaikovsky & Rachmaninoff
Rachmaninoff’s The Bells
Kazushi Ono, conductor Simon Trp eski, piano SHOSTAKOVICH Suite fromThe Age of Gold RACHMANINOFF Piano Concerto No. 4 TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No. 3, Polish
Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Javier Perianes, piano Houston Symphony Chamber Chorus Betsy Cook Weber, director IVES Symphony No. 4, Finale SAINT-SAËNS Piano Concerto No. 5, Egyptian RACHMANINOFF The Bells
JAVIER PERIANES
THURS, MAY 9, 8 PM SAT, MAY 11, 8 PM SUN, MAY 12, 2:30 PM
Opulent and unabashedly beautiful, Rachmaninoff’s piano music speaks straight to the heart. Pianist extraordinaire Simon Trp eski shines in the composer’s shimmering final concerto. Composed during a carefree summer in the Russian countryside, Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 3 features some of his sunniest and most delightful music.
Jingling sleigh bells, reverent wedding bells, thunderous alarm bells and mournful iron bells—these are the sonic atmospheres traversed in Rachmaninoff’s spectacular choral symphony, which draws its text from the poetry of Edgar Allan Poe. Plus, Spanish sensation Javier Perianes dazzles in SaintSaëns’ sensuous and exotic Egyptian concerto.
Beethoven’s Eroica
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Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Leticia Moreno, violin JIMMY LÓPEZ Aurora, for Solo Violin and Orchestra (Houston Symphony commission, world premiere) BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 3, Eroica
Heroic. Ferocious. Groundbreaking. Hear the symphony that changed it all as Andrés conducts Beethoven’s Eroica, a staggering musical vision too powerful to be contained. A monumental weekend also features the grand unveiling of Composer-in-Residence Jimmy López’ Violin Concerto, a stunning feast for the senses that combines light displays with musical luminescence to immerse you in the breathtaking beauty of the Northern Lights.
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Our “Margaret Alkek Williams Sound + Vision” programs provide an enhanced concert experience by featuring surtitles, lighting, video, dance and/or use of in-hall screens, among other visual aesthetics. The programs are intended to bring more clarity and help tell the stories of the music being performed. We hope you will join us for these special performances.
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A sinister castle, shrouded in darkness. Inside, seven doors hold seven shocking secrets. In time, all will be revealed…
The “Margaret Alkek Williams Sound + Vision” concerts are supported in part by The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts. Video enhancements for Houston Symphony concerts are made possible through a grant from the Albert and Ethel Herzstein Charitable Foundation. These donors’ generous investment allows the Houston Symphony to present industry-leading multimedia projects, and enhances the concert visually to provide new experiences, insight and enjoyment for audiences.
Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Michelle DeYoung, mezzo-soprano (Judith) Matthias Goerne, baritone (Bluebeard) BARTÓK Bluebeard’s Castle
MICHELLE DEYOUNG
Prepare for an extraordinary concert experience as the 2018–19 Classical season closes with a complete semi-staged performance of Bartók’s riveting psychological thriller, in which a young bride slowly discovers the MATTHIAS GOERNE gruesome depths of her husband’s dark secrets. A THURS, MAY 16, 8 PM dream cast featuring two of FRI, MAY 17, 8 PM the world’s most soughtafter opera stars joins Andrés Orozco-Estrada and the Houston Symphony for the must-see event of the season. Note: Thursday and Sunday subscribers attend Thursday performance. Saturday subscribers attend Friday performance.
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Viva Las Vegas Steven Reineke, conductor Frankie Moreno, vocalist
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FRI, AUG. 31, 8 PM SAT, SEPT. 1, 8 PM SUN, SEPT. 2, 7:30 PM
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Roll the dice, shuffle the deck and throw on your most glamorous attire—we’re heading to Vegas, baby! No airfare required and everyone’s a winner as Vegas headliner Frankie Moreno brings the hottest show on the Strip straight to you. You’ll hear hits of Chuck Berry, The Beatles, Frank Sinatra, and, of course, Elvis!
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The Music of ABBA FRI, OCT. 5, 8 PM SAT, OCT. 6, 8 PM SUN, OCT. 7, 7:30 PM
Steven Reineke, conductor Rajaton, vocal ensemble
Dance, jive and have the time of your life as international vocal phenomenon Rajaton and the Houston Symphony bring you the greatest hits from ABBA’s incredible catalog. You know them, you love them: “Dancing Queen,” “Mamma Mia,” “S.O.S.” and so many more.
An American in Paris – Film with Live Orchestra FRI, NOV. 9, 8 PM SAT, NOV. 10, 8 PM SUN, NOV. 11, 7:30 PM
Constantine Kitsopoulos, conductor
S’Wonderful! Fall in love with the beauty of Paris and the magic of Gershwin’s music as this 1951 classic film starring Gene Kelly and Leslie Caron comes to the big screen at Jones Hall, with live soundtrack by the Houston Symphony.
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Very Merry Pops Steven Reineke, conductor Ali Ewoldt, vocalist Houston Symphony Chorus Betsy Cook Weber, director
Sleigh bells ring and jingle bells chime as the Houston Symphony’s beloved holiday spectacular returns! Gather with family and friends in a cozy winter wonderland for a sparkling celebration filled to the brim with traditional carols, festive favorites and heartwarming cheer. The fabulous Ali Ewoldt, who currently stars as Christine in Broadway’s The Phantom of the Opera, joins in the fun, performing unforgettable renditions of your favorite holiday classics. FRI, DEC. 7, 8 PM SAT, DEC. 8, 8 PM SUN, DEC. 9, 2:30 PM SUN, DEC. 9, 7:30 PM
The Ella Fitzgerald Songbook FRI, FEB. 15, 8 PM SAT, FEB. 16, 8 PM SUN, FEB. 17, 7:30 PM
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Steven Reineke, conductor Montego Glover, vocalist Capathia Jenkins, vocalist N’Kenge, vocalist
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with vintage Ella standards that never go out of style—romantic songs like “Our Love is Here to Stay” and “Come Rain or Come Shine”—sung with pitch-perfect verve by Broadway’s Capathia Jenkins, Montego Glover and N’Kenge.
Totally ‘80s Stuart Chafetz, conductor Aaron Finley, vocalist Nicole Parker, vocalist
Break out those Members Only jackets, stirrup pants and shoulder pads and hold on to NICOLE PARKER your hairspray—we’re going FRI, JAN. 11, 8 PM Totally ‘80s! Nicole Parker (Mad SAT, JAN. 12, 8 PM TV, Broadway’s Wicked) and SUN, JAN. 13, 7:30 PM Aaron Finley (Broadway’s Kinky Boots, Rock of Ages), bring you the chart-topping hits of Sting, Elton John, Cyndi Lauper and more.
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Star Wars: A New Hope— In Concert Steven Reineke, conductor
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FRI, MARCH 22, 8 PM SAT, MARCH 23, 8 PM SUN, MARCH 24, 7:30 PM
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A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away…
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For the first time ever in Houston, experience Star Wars like never before as A New Hope comes to the big screen at Jones Hall, complete with John Williams’ epic, unforgettable score played live by the Houston Symphony.
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Cirque de la Symphonie Michael Krajewski, conductor Cirque de la Symphonie, artists
The breathtaking, gravitydefying artists of Cirque drop MICHAEL KRAJEWSKI into Jones Hall for an evening FRI, APRIL 26, 8 PM of high-flying excitement and SAT, APRIL 27, 8 PM SUN, APRIL 28, 2:30 PM* incredible music. Be dazzled by world-class acrobats, aerial flyers, contortionists, strongmen, jugglers and more. Perfect for the whole family! *Sunday subscribers attend Sunday matinee performance.
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Song and Dance: The Best of Broadway FRI, MAY 24, 8 PM SAT, MAY 25, 8 PM SUN, MAY 26, 7:30 PM
Steven Reineke, conductor Houston Symphony Chorus Betsy Cook Weber, director
Experience iconic moments from musical theater— everything from beloved overtures and dream ballets to electrifying “full company” renditions featuring the Houston Symphony Chorus—in this blockbuster POPS Season finale. Featuring music of Rodgers and Hammerstein, Leonard Bernstein, Jule Styne and more! POPS PACKAGES START AT $156!
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Peter and the Wolf
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Experience one of the most beloved children’s tales of all time in Prokofiev’s enchanting Peter and the Wolf, in which the courageous Peter and his animal friends outwit the fearsome Wolf. Plus, “Be Prepared” with your mightiest lion’s roar as the Houston Symphony plays popular songs from Disney’s The Lion King—“Hakuna Matata,” “The Circle of Life” and more!
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Wild, Wild West Robert Franz, conductor
Grab your spurs and trusty steed, lil’ pardners—we’re gallopin’ back to the days of covered wagons and Wild West adventure! Do a do-si-do through Copland’s “Hoedown” and hold tight to the reins for Rossini’s William Tell Overture. Plus, hear fun favorites from Toy Story 2, Oklahoma! and more, and encounter a few special surprises on the western frontier. Yee Haw! SAT, DEC. 8, 10 AM AND 11:30 AM
A Polar Express Christmas Robert Franz, conductor
All aboard! Find your compartment and get ready for a magical journey to the North Pole on The Polar Express. Featuring the original storybook images projected on the big screen, this timeless tale of a boy who believes will have your young ones waiting for the sound of Santa’s sleigh! Plus, enjoy festive favorites like “Frosty the Snowman” and “Let it Snow” and lift your voices in a holiday sing-along. ROBERT FRANZ Associate Conductor
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Once Upon a Time Robert Franz, conductor
Wave your magic wand and enter an enchanted land of glass slippers, mysterious witches and fairy godmothers as your favorite fairy tales come to life through music and dance! Ballet dancers will dazzle the senses as the Houston Symphony performs the treasured music from Tchaikovsky’s Sleeping Beauty, Prokofiev’s Cinderella, Stravinsky’s Firebird and more. Whether you get there by car, carriage or magic pumpkin, you won’t want to miss it! LOCK IN YOUR SEATS AND SAVE 40%! KIDS $65 AND ADULTS $92
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Opening Night with Yuja Wang Gustavo Gimeno, conductor Yuja Wang, piano RAVEL Alborado del gracioso RAVEL Concerto for the Left Hand BARBER Overture to The School for Scandal PROKOFIEV Excerpts from Romeo and Juliet GUSTAVO GIMENO
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Handel’s Messiah
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This Christmas, be moved by Handel’s ever-glorious setting of the greatest story ever told. The Houston Symphony, chorus and guest soloists join forces to fill Jones Hall with joyous refrains and exultant arias, including the powerful “Hallelujah” Chorus.
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© 1990 Twentieth Century Fox FRI, DEC. 14, 7:30 PM
Home Alone— Film with Live Orchestra Constantine Kitsopoulos, conductor High School for the Performing and Visual Arts Chorale Patricia Bonner, Shannon Carter and Julia Hall, directors
A true holiday favorite, this beloved comedy classic features renowned composer John Williams’ charming and delightful score performed live to picture by the Houston Symphony. Macaulay Culkin stars as Kevin McCallister, an 8-year-old boy who’s accidentally left behind when his family leaves for Christmas vacation, and who must defend his home against two bungling thieves. Hilarious and heart-warming, Home Alone is holiday fun for the entire family!
© 1990 Twentieth Century Fox
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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban™ In Concert Houston Symphony Chorus Betsy Cook Weber, director
The Harry Potter™ phenomenon continues with the third film of the series, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban™. The Houston Symphony will perform every note from John Williams’ sensational score while audiences relive the magic of the film projected in high definition on the big screen. From the moment Harry uses the Marauder’s Map to when the Patronus Charm bursts from his wand, you’ll be transported back into the world you love. HARRY POTTER characters, names and related indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. J.K. ROWLING`S WIZARDING WORLD™ J.K. Rowling and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s18)
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The Music of George Michael Brent Havens, conductor
Relive all your favorite George Michael hits when the Houston Symphony pays tribute to an artist who was gone too soon. From “Faith” and “Careless Whisper” to “One More Try” and “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go,” you’ll be singing along in your seat.
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Apollo 13— Film with Live Orchestra
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Steven Reineke, conductor Houston Symphony Chorus Betsy Cook Weber, director
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Get ready, Space City! The world premiere performance of Apollo 13 with live soundtrack fittingly takes place right here in Houston as the complete film starring Tom Hanks, Kevin Bacon and Bill Paxton is projected on the big screen at Jones Hall, with James Horner’s Oscar®-nominated score performed live by the Houston Symphony. Relive the incredible story of one of the most thrilling and suspenseful space missions in history like never before in what promises to be an emotional and truly unforgettable concert event.
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EDUCATION and COMMUNITY The Houston Symphony is committed to increasing the quality of life in Houston through music education and community engagement programs. These programs will serve more than 100,000 Houstonians of all ages and backgrounds during the 2018-19 season.
TEACHERS AND STUDENTS From early childhood to high school and beyond, the Houston Symphony’s education programs are designed to nurture a life-long love of music. COMMUNITY AND SOCIAL IMPACT Houston Symphony musicians can be found throughout Greater Houston inspiring people through the power of music. The Houston Symphony partners with a variety of social service agencies, senior centers and hospitals to enrich lives, empower individuals and bridge diverse communities through music. YOUNG MUSICIANS The Houston Symphony is a resource to help young musicians at all levels in the pursuit of music-making. Visit houstonsymphony.org/community to find out how you can be involved.
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These programs are also supported by the following endowed funds which are part of the Houston Symphony Endowment: Margarett & Alice Brown Endowment Fund for Education Spec’s Charitable Foundation Salute to Educators Concert Fund The Brown Foundation’s Miller Outdoor Theatre Fund in honor of Hanni & Stewart Orton The William Randolph Hearst Endowed Fund for Education Programs Lawrence E. Carlton, M.D. Endowment Fund for Youth Programs Richard P. Garmany Fund for Houston Symphony League Concerto Competition Houston Symphony Ima Hogg Competition Endowed Fund Selma S. Neumann Fund
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OPENING NIGHT
Concert & Gala SEPTEMBER 8, 2018 This spectacular evening begins with a champagne reception at The Corinthian. Guests are then transported to Jones Hall for the Opening Night Concert, featuring Yuja Wang and guest conductor Gustavo Gimeno. Following the concert, the celebration at The Corinthian continues with a gourmet dinner by Jackson and Company, music and dancing. See page 16 for concert information.
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NOVEMBER 29, DECEMBER 1-2, 2018 Ohlsson Plays Beethoven Edo de Waart, conductor
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6-Concert Classical Packages Frost Bank Gold Classics Package Thursday, 8:00 pm; Saturday, 8:00 pm; Sunday, 2:30 pm SEPTEMBER 13, 15-16, 2018 Mahler’s Resurrection Symphony Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor
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Jeffrey Kahane, conductor
Yaniv Dinur, conductor
NOVEMBER 2-4, 2018 The Seven Deadly Sins
MARCH 8-10, 2019 Debussy’s La mer
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Ludovic Morlot, conductor
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POPS Series Concert Packages 9-Concert POPS Package Friday, 8:00 pm; Saturday, 8:00 pm; Sunday, 7:30 pm Packages from $25 per concert AUG. 31, SEPT. 1-2, 2018 Viva Las Vegas
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Add-On Pricing 2018-19 subscribers unlock presale access to concerts outside their series. Plus, enjoy a discount on additional Classical, POPS and BBVA Compass Family concerts. PRICE LEVEL JUNE 15-17, 2018 Harry Potter and The Prisoner of AzkabanTM In Concert
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JUNE 15-17, 2018 Harry Potter and The Prisoner of AzkabanTM In Concert
NOVEMBER 2-4, 2018 The Seven Deadly Sins
Constantine Kitsopoulos, conductor
July JULY 14, 2018 The Music of George Michael Brent Havens, conductor
JULY 21, 2018 Apollo 13—Film with Live Orchestra
August AUG. 31, SEPT. 1-2, 2018 Viva Las Vegas Steven Reineke, conductor
September SEPTEMBER 8, 2018 Opening Night with Yuja Wang Gustavo Gimeno, conductor
SEPTEMBER 13, 15-16, 2018 Mahler’s Resurrection Symphony Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor
SEPTEMBER 21-23, 2018 Bronfman Plays Prokofiev Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor
SEPTEMBER 27, 29-30, 2018 Dvořák’s Stabat Mater Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor
October OCTOBER 5-7, 2018 The Music of ABBA Steven Reineke, conductor
OCTOBER 6, 2018 Peter and the Wolf Robert Franz, conductor
OCTOBER 18, 20-21, 2018 Perlman Plays and Conducts Itzhak Perlman, conductor and violin
OCTOBER 26-28, 2018 Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto Fabien Gabel, conductor
Bramwell Tovey, conductor
NOVEMBER 9-11, 2018 An American in Paris—Film with Live Orchestra Constantine Kitsopoulos, conductor
NOVEMBER 23-25, 2018 A Mozart & Brahms Thanksgiving David Danzmayr, conductor
NOVEMBER 29, DECEMBER 1-2, 2018 Ohlsson Plays Beethoven Edo de Waart, conductor
December DECEMBER 7-9, 2018 Very Merry Pops Steven Reineke, conductor
DECEMBER 8, 2018 A Polar Express Christmas Robert Franz, conductor
DECEMBER 14, 2018 Home Alone— Film with Live Orchestra Constantine Kitsopoulos, conductor
DECEMBER 21-23, 2018 Handel’s Messiah Jane Glover, conductor
January JANUARY 4-6, 2019 Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue Jeffrey Kahane, conductor and piano
JANUARY 11-13, 2019 Totally ‘80s Stuart Chafetz, conductor
JANUARY 24, 26-27, 2019 Ravel’s La valse Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor
February FEBRUARY 15-17, 2019 The Ella Fitzgerald Songbook Steven Reineke, conductor
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FEBRUARY 16, 2019 Wild, Wild West Robert Franz, conductor
FEBRUARY 28, MARCH 2-3, 2019 Eschenbach and Josefowicz Christoph Eschenbach, conductor
March MARCH 8-10, 2019 Debussy’s La mer Ludovic Morlot, conductor
MARCH 15-17, 2019 Bell Plays Beethoven Joshua Bell, conductor and violin
MARCH 22-24, 2019 Star Wars: A New Hope—In Concert Steven Reineke, conductor
MARCH 29-31, 2019 Carmina Burana Yaniv Dinur, conductor
April APRIL 4, 6-7, 2019 Tchaikovsky & Rachmaninoff Kazushi Ono, conductor
APRIL 26-28, 2019 Cirque de la Symphonie Michael Krajewski, conductor
APRIL 27, 2019 Once Upon a Time Robert Franz, conductor
May MAY 3-5, 2019 Beethoven’s Eroica Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor
MAY 9, 11-12, 2019 Rachmaninoff’s The Bells Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor
MAY 16-17, 2019 Bluebeard’s Castle Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor
MAY 24-26, 2019 Song and Dance: The Best of Broadway Steven Reineke, conductor
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