Andrés Fest: A Symphonic Celebration
During March 18–27, join us for Andrés Fest: A Symphonic Celebration! This special two-week festival encapsulates the inspired music making and joyful, engaging spirit that has defined Music Director Andrés Orozco-Estrada’s remarkable eight-year tenure with the Houston Symphony.
The tenure and career highlights of Music Director Andrés Orozco-Estrada

- 2012
- 2013
- 2014
- 2015
- 2016
- 2016
- 2017
- 2018
- 2018
- 2018
- 2019
- 2019
- 2019
- 2020
January 2013
Houston Symphony announces
Andrés Orozco-Estrada as
Music DirectorSeptember 2019
Stravinsky’s The Firebird marks the Symphony’s first livestreamed concert from Jones HallFebruary 2020
A two-week Robert Schumann Festival celebration begins
ABC13 Symphony Special
Watch the KTRK special, "Celebrating Andres," featuring
Music Director Andrés Orozco-Estrada.
Music & Memories: A Conversation With Andrés Orozco-Estrada
Watch the Facebook Livestream featuring Music Director Andrés Orozco-Estrada and Executive Director/CEO John Mangum for a look back at eight remarkable years with the Houston Symphony, Andrés’s favorite memories, and unforgettable musical moments with big-screen video excerpts.
A Conversation with Kyle Rivera
Although much of George Bridgetower's music was "lost to history", Kyle Rivera honors his legacy through "Bridgetower Variations."
William VerMeulen on Bruce Broughton's Horn Concerto
Principal Horn William VerMeulen sheds light on Bruce Broughton's Horn Concerto ahead of its world premiere.
Dave Kirk on Wynton Marsalis's Tuba Concerto (Houston Symphony Co-Commission)
Principal Tuba Dave Kirk shares details on Wynton Marsalis's Tuba Concerto that gives the tuba a personality of its own.
A message from Bruce Broughton
Emmy Award-winning composer Bruce Broughton shares the inspiration behind his new Horn Concerto.
Principal Percussion Brian Del Signore on Ravel's Boléro
The steady pulse of Principal Percussion Brian Del Signore's snare guides the orchestra through the duration of Ravel's Boléro. Learn how Brian perfects his part.
In The Press

Andrés Fest: A Symphonic Celebration Is A Noteworthy Display Of Might
Houston Press
March 15, 2022

Houston Symphony says goodbye to Orozco-Estrada this weekend with Andrés Fest
Houston Chronicle
March 15, 2022

Houston composer resurrects the memory of a forgotten Black violinist who inspired Beethoven
Houston Chronicle
March 11, 2022