Olivia Cantrell

Hi, kids! Today we will be telling parts of fairy Tales through dancing and music from the stories. Fairy tales have been told for thousands of years and usually feature magic, enchantments, and mythical creatures. What are some of your favorite fairy tales? The Little Mermaid? Beauty and the Beast? Goldilocks and the Three Bears? … Continued

The steady beat of a heart monitor, the whirr of an oxygen machine, the hushed voices of physicians and nurses as they consult with patients—these are the typical sounds you hear at hospitals. However, at certain Texas Medical Center hospitals in Houston, you can hear the sweet sounds of music emanating from patients’ rooms and … Continued

We sat down with longtime Symphony supporters, and upcoming 2023 Opening Night Concert and Gala chairs, Stephen and Mariglyn Glenn, to discuss their love of music, what they love most about the Houston Symphony community, and what guests should expect from next season’s Opening Night festivities. Do you have a background in music? If not, … Continued

Brahms and Dvořák were both great composers of the 19th century, but why pair them together in a concert? Read on to learn more about the relationship between Brahms and Dvořák ahead of the Houston Symphony’s concert of Brahms Piano Concerto & Dvořák Symphony No. 8 March 10–12. The relationship between mentor and mentee is … Continued

Hi, kids! Today we are going to talk about the beat in music using the “Imperial March” from Star Wars! But what exactly is a beat? I’m glad you asked! The beat in music is a steady pulse that you feel in your body, kind of like your heartbeat or a clock tick. It’s what … Continued

If you haven’t already, read the first part of the blog series! Continuing our decade-by-decade journey of 100 years of Broadway history, we begin with the 1960s to examine how each epoch of the last century put its distinct mark on the musicals you know and love today! Don’t forget to check out the first … Continued