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California Dreamin’: The Songs and Stories of Laurel Canyon

About This Concert California Dreamin’: The Songs and Stories of Laurel Canyon will be performed live in Houston January 15–17, 2027 with the Houston Symphony at Jones Hall. Step into the golden era of West Coast rock, when the singer-songwriters of the late ‘60s and early ‘70s shaped a generation with lush harmonies, poetic storytelling, … Continued

Gil Shaham & Akira Eguchi in Recital: Beethoven Sonatas

About This Concert Gil Shaham & Akira Eguchi in Recital: Beethoven Sonatas will be performed live in Houston January 12, 2027 at Jones Hall. Gil Shaham (2026–27 Houston Symphony Artist-in-Residence) is one of the foremost violinists of our time. His flawless technique, combined with unparalleled warmth and generosity of spirit, has solidified his status as … Continued

Rachmaninoff Festival: Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 3

About This Concert Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 3 will be performed live in Houston October 9–11, 2026 with the Houston Symphony at Jones Hall. Its staggering technical difficulty is legendary. Its colossal power and depth of expression—breathtaking. Prepare for a monumental, “must-be-experienced-live” event as powerhouse pianist Yefim Bronfman scales the towering heights of “Rach 3,” … Continued

Bruch’s Violin Concerto & Vaughan Williams

About This Concert Bruch’s Violin Concerto & Vaughan Williams will be performed live in Houston January 8–10, 2027 with the Houston Symphony at Jones Hall. Before tackling your New Year’s resolutions, give yourself the gift of music with glorious masterworks, perfect for sharing. With its appealing blend of rich melodies, soulful warmth, and showstopping excitement, … Continued

Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony

About This Concert Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony will be performed live in Houston October 30 and November 1, 2026 with the Houston Symphony at Jones Hall. Celebrate the Queen of Country in this innovative multimedia experience featuring Dolly on screen, leading audiences in a visual and musical journey of her songs, her … Continued

Thanksgiving Weekend: Prokofiev’s Symphony No. 7 & Shéhérazade

About This Concert Prokofiev’s Symphony No. 7 & Shéhérazade will be performed live in Houston November 27–29, 2026 with the Houston Symphony at Jones Hall. It’s a sumptuous musical feast with all the trimmings as Music Director Juraj Valčuha shares a bounty of delights, perfect for Thanksgiving weekend! We’ll set the stage with soaring, lavishly … Continued

José Hernández’ Merry-Achi Christmas

About This Concert Merry-Achi Christmas will be performed live in Houston December 21, 2026 at Jones Hall featuring José Hernández and Mariachi Sol de México. Celebrate a Feliz Navidad with José Hernández and his world-famous, platinum-selling Mariachi Sol de México, performing traditional mariachi music and treasured holiday favorites with a mariachi twist. Performance does not … Continued

Very Merry Pops

About This Concert Very Merry Pops will be performed live in Houston December 10–13, 2026 with the Houston Symphony at Jones Hall. Sleigh bells ring, are you listenin’? Step inside a winter wonderland and get into the spirit of the season with Houston’s ultimate holiday music tradition! Cozy up to your loved ones and make … Continued

Dvořák’s Symphony No. 8 & Gil Shaham

About This Concert Dvořák’s Symphony No. 8 will be performed live in Houston December 4–6, 2026 with the Houston Symphony at Jones Hall. A must-see for violin lovers! Barber’s treasured Violin Concerto runs the gamut from radiant melodies that melt the heart to super-human, finger-flying feats, and an extraordinary experience is in store as the … Continued

Shostakovich’s Ninth Symphony & Yoonshin Song

About This Concert Shostakovich’s Ninth Symphony will be performed live in Houston November 6–8, 2026 with the Houston Symphony at Jones Hall. Houston Symphony Concertmaster Yoonshin Song takes center stage for Prokofiev’s electrifying Violin Concerto No. 2, a staggering musical journey supercharged with brooding drama and fast-and-furious energy. Shostakovich’s mischievous Ninth Symphony crackles with irreverent … Continued

Handel’s Messiah

About This Concert Handel’s Messiah will be performed live in Houston December 18–20, 2026 with the Houston Symphony at Jones Hall. Filled with beautiful arias and exuberant refrains (including the iconic “Hallelujah” Chorus), Handel’s Messiah is the ultimate Christmas time tradition—a powerful and moving experience, guaranteed to leave you uplifted.

Mozart’s Jupiter & JIJI

About This Concert Mozart’s Symphony No. 41 Jupiter will be performed live in Houston October 16–18, 2026 with the Houston Symphony at Jones Hall. The spark of genius ignites with commanding, unstoppable force in Mozart’s Jupiter Symphony, setting off a grand display of musical fireworks every bit as astounding today as 200 years ago. Described … Continued

Rachmaninoff Festival: Rachmaninoff’s Second Symphony

About This Concert Rachmaninoff’s Symphony No. 2 will be performed live in Houston October 2–4, 2026 with the Houston Symphony at Jones Hall. Rapturous, ravishing, romantic: Rachmaninoff’s music goes straight to the heart. Soar on wings of gorgeous melodies—each one seemingly more beautiful than the next—as Music Director Juraj Valčuha leads Rachmaninoff’s lush and sensuous … Continued

Simply the Best: A Tribute to Tina Turner

About This Concert Simply the Best: A Tribute to Tina Turner will be performed live in Houston September 25–27, 2026 with the Houston Symphony at Jones Hall. When it comes to electrifying stage presence and explosive vocal power, Tina Turner is still Simply the Best. Celebrate The Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll in this powerhouse … Continued

Lyle Lovett with the Houston Symphony

About This Concert Lyle Lovett performs live in Houston June 5, 2026 with the Houston Symphony at Jones Hall. Houston’s own Lyle Lovett joins the Houston Symphony for a one-night-only performance at Jones Hall. With countless accolades—including 4 Grammy Awards, the Americana Music Association’s Trailblazer Award, and the title of Texas State Musician—Lovett blends country, … Continued

The Music of Queen

About This Concert The Music of Queen will be performed live in Houston June 19–20, 2026 at The Hobby Center with the Houston Symphony. We will, we will ROCK you. Celebrate one of the greatest bands of all time in this high-energy concert, featuring hit after iconic hit! Backed by the sonic power of the … Continued

Disney & Pixar’s Toy Story in Concert

About This Concert Disney & Pixar’s Toy Story in Concert comes to Houston May 2–3, 2026 with the Houston Symphony at Jones Hall. Ever wonder what your toys do when you’re not around? Toy Story answers that question with a fantastic, fun-filled journey, viewed through the eyes of two rival toys—Woody, the lanky, likable cowboy, … Continued

The Music and Mind of Leonard Bernstein

About This Concert Juilliard-trained concert pianist and Harvard-educated psychiatrist Dr. Richard Kogan returns to Jones Hall with a can’t-miss deep dive into the mind and music of Leonard Bernstein. Drawing on his dual background in psychiatry and music, Dr. Kogan offers unique insights into the inner world and creative genius of one of classical music’s … Continued

John Malkovich in The Music Critic

About This Concert Actor John Malkovich performs The Music Critic live in Houston April 14, 2026 at Jones Hall. In this unique theatrical production blending classical music with comedy, legendary actor John Malkovich steps into the role of the “evil music critic,” who believes the music of Beethoven, Chopin, and the like to be weary … Continued