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Principal Cello Brinton Averil Smith on Beethoven’s Triple Concerto

Later this month, September 17–19, we celebrate Music Director Andrés Orozco-Estrada’s return to Houston with Beethoven’s immortal Fifth symphony. This much anticipated concert includes Beethoven’s Triple Concerto for Violin, Cello, and Piano on the program, with soloists Concertmaster Yoonshin Song, Principal Cello Brinton Averil Smith, and world-renowned pianist Yefim Bronfman. Below, Brinton shares insight into his concert preparation, collaboration with esteemed soloists, and excitement over working with Music Director Andrés Orozco-Estrada once again.  Houston Symphony: How much does performing a concerto … Continued

Celebrating Classical Music Month

September marks the beginning of Classical Music Month, a 30-day celebration of centuries of musical masterpieces by the greatest of the great. To kick off the month, we polled members of the Symphony and staff to curate a unique playlist of our favorite pieces of classical music to share with you. Also, to make this celebration … Continued