An Eschenbach & Bruckner Birthday Celebration

ABOUT THIS CONCERT

Tap into your inner hero and envision yourself on an epic quest as the orchestra performs Bruckner’s sweeping and expansive Symphony No. 4. Drawing inspiration from the romance and adventure of medieval times, Bruckner 4 captivates from the opening horn call to the heart-pounding, brass-filled finale. A momentous weekend is in store as we celebrate two special milestones: the 200th anniversary of Bruckner’s birthday; and the upcoming 85th birthday of our beloved former Music Director, Christoph Eschenbach.

What to Expect:

  • An epic experience
  • An immersive musical world capturing the romance and adventure of medieval times
  • Celebrate a Houston legend! Our beloved former Music Director Christoph Eschenbach returns to lead these concerts, right before his 85th birthday.

SELECT CONCERT DATE:

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Jan 11
2025		 Saturday, 7:30 PM
at Jones Hall
Jan 12
2025		 Sunday, 2:00 PM
at Jones Hall

PROGRAM

BRUCKNER  Symphony No. 4, Romantic

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Christoph Eschenbach is a phenomenon among the top league of international conductors. Universally acclaimed as a conductor and pianist, he firmly belongs to the European intellectual line of musical tradition, combined with a rare emotional intensity, producing performances revered by concert-goers worldwide. Renowned for the breadth of his repertoire and the depth of his interpretations, he has held directorships with many leading orchestras—including the Houston Symphony from 1988 to 1999—and gained the highest musical honors.  

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