Olivia Cantrell

Today, August 5, is Blogger Day, and what better way to celebrate than highlight the top five blogs from last season? Read more from the highlights of last season:

Music has the incredible power to transcend time, carrying with it the stories of centuries past. The Houston Symphony has not shied away from introducing audiences to unique and rare instruments throughout history. While hundreds of instruments outside of the typical orchestral roster have been invented, only some have withstood the test of time and … Continued

It’s Friday night at Jones Hall and the crowd is filing out into the lobby following the orchestra’s performance of Stravinsky’s The Rite of Spring led by Music Director Juraj Valčuha. The energy is vibrant—regular concertgoers and subscription ticketholders are buzzing about their favorite moments from the show, but it’s impossible to ignore the presence … Continued

This year’s Wine Dinner and Collector’s Auction was a smashing success, raising $1.12 million for the Symphony’s Education and Community Engagement initiatives. At the event on April 21, guests were treated to a multi-course gourmet dinner courtesy of City Kitchen and enjoyed exquisite wine parings meticulously selected by John & Lindy Rydman and Lisa Rydman … Continued

Hi Kids! School is almost done which means it’s time to get outside and enjoy the summer! There are so many things to do outside, but have you ever stopped to listen to the sounds around you? Next time you’re outside, take a moment to see if you can identify what you hear and join … Continued

The Houston Symphony Residency at Carver High School is an intensive six-week residency, featuring weekly Community-EmbeddedMusician (CEM) workshops for orchestra students. This initiative, which began as a virtual offering in 2021 during the pandemic, is designed to help strengthen the growing orchestra program at Carver High School, which is located within the Acres Homes neighborhood—one … Continued