Getting ready to Rach: Kirill Gerstein on Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 3

          Today’s post was written by artist-in-residence Kirill Gerstein ahead of this month’s RachFest. During RachFest, Gerstein will perform all four of Sergei Rachmaninoff’s knuckle-busting piano concertos. Stay tuned for more posts from Kirill in the coming weeks! I am excited to start our joint Rachmaninoff adventure with the Houston Symphony … Continued

Music Inspires! Announcing the 2011-2012 Houston Symphony Season

On Sunday morning, the Houston Symphony announced its upcoming 2011-12 season of Classical, Pops and Family concerts.  In line with the Symphony’s mission, enriching concerts fill each weekend with inspiration and bring innovative, first-class performances to the extensive cultural scene in Houston.  Dynamic guest artists, Music Director Hans Graf and Principal Pops Conductor Michael Krajewski … Continued