Mar. 13, 14 & 15
Mozart + Elgar’s Enigma Variations
About This Concert
Mozart’s genius is on full display in his elegant and high-spirited Piano Concerto No. 9, and in the hands of Jan Lisiecki—recognized as one of today’s most astounding young talents—it promises pure magic. In his famous Enigma Variations, Elgar lovingly renders those nearest and dearest to him, creating a musical photo album filled with heartfelt warmth and profound emotional depth. The concerts open with romantic music from the 1939 film adaptation of Wuthering Heights.

What To Expect?
The timeless genius of Mozart
“Jan Lisiecki. Remember the name.” (The Financial Times) Lisiecki signed a recording contract at just 15 years of age, and is the youngest-ever recipient of Gramophone’s Young Artist Award. Catch one of the fastest-rising piano stars in the world today.
Elgar’s “Enigma” Variations includes some of the most beautiful and emotional music ever composed
Program
NEWMAN
Wuthering Heights Suite
W.A. MOZART
Piano Concerto No. 9, K. 271,Jenamy
ELGAR
Enigma Variations
Tickets
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Friday, Mar. 13
7:30 P.M. at Jones Hall
Saturday, Mar. 14
7:30 P.M. at Jones Hall
Sunday, Mar. 15
2:00 P.M. at Jones Hall
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Saturday, Mar. 14
7:30 P.M. at Jones Hall

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Artists

Vasily Petrenko
conductor
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Jan Lisiecki
piano
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Sponsors
Concert Sponsor and Lead Gala Underwriter
The Cullen Foundation Maestro's Fund
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Video enhancement of Houston Symphony concerts is made possible by the Albert & Ethel Herzstein Foundation through a special gift celebrating the foundation's 50th anniversary in 2015
Extras
Additional Information
Doors Open:
60 mins. pre-concert
Prelude:
45 mins. pre-concert
Duration
Approx. 90 mins
Intermission
20 mins.
Age Limit
Age 6+
Visitor Info
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