About This Concert Inspired by the legend of The Firebird—a magical glowing bird from Slavic folklore—Stravinsky’s Firebird dazzles from first note to heart-pounding finale. It’s the music that made Stravinsky an overnight star, putting the world on notice that a genius had arrived. Soprano Angel Blue makes her Houston Symphony debut in Florent Schmitt’s beyond-epic … Continued
About This Concert The Houston Symphony performs Mahler’s Symphony No. 9 live in Houston May 22–24, 2026. For the grand finale to our classical season, Music Director Juraj Valčuha leads Mahler’s final completed work, the extraordinary Symphony No. 9. To hear one of Mahler’s symphonies live is to feel why it’s an experience unlike anything … Continued
About This Concert Conducting legend Marin Alsop unlocks the luminous jewel case that is Brahms’s Symphony No. 2: overflowing with gorgeous melodies that melt the heart, it ends with a triumphant burst of pure joy. Love is the unifying thread in Bernstein’s Serenade (After Plato’s “Symposium”), performed with dazzling virtuosity by Concertmaster Yoonshin Song. An … Continued
About This Concert This unique concert offers a captivating journey through the evolution of Reggae, showcasing its roots in mento, ska, and Rock Steady, all the way to contemporary Dance Hall. With Shaggy’s dynamic performance and rich storytelling, you’ll experience both his personal contributions and the broader cultural significance of Jamaican music. Don’t miss this … Continued
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Dec. 14, 2024 Holly Jolly Holiday Santa stops by Jones Hall to spread lots of Christmas cheer! Make special memories with the Symphony’s annual holiday concert for kids. About Tickets Artists Program Extras Visitor Info About This Concert “He’s making a list and checking it twice!” Santa stops by Jones Hall to spread lots of … Continued
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Jan. 3, 4, 5, 2025 Pink Martini with China Forbes: 30th Anniversary Season Celebrate 2025 with the fabulous Pink Martini and lead singer China Forbes, serving up a lively mix of Brazilian samba, Parisian café songs, jazz, and pop. About Tickets Artists Program Extras Visitor Info About This Concert What better way to toast 2025 … Continued
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Sep. 28 & 29 Ain’t No Mountain High Enough: The Music of Motown Groove to the iconic Motown Sound as Valisia LeKae and Ryan Shaw join the orchestra for hits by The Supremes, The Temptations, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, and more, with a FREE Encore After Party for Saturday ticket holders! About Tickets Artists Program … Continued
About This Concert The Houston Symphony’s annual Fiesta Sinfónica concert returns! Join us for this free performance celebrating the musical contributions of Latin American and Hispanic composers, sponsored by Chevron. This year’s program welcomes mezzo-soprano Josefina Maldonado who brings music to poetry in Neruda Songs, based on the works of poet Pablo Neruda. Also featured … Continued
Oct. 10 Trifonov in Concert Experience the once-in-a-generation talent of Daniil Trifonov performing Dvořák’s Piano Concerto, alongside lively Czech works and Janáček’s triumphant Sinfonietta with the Symphony. About Tickets Artists Program Extras Visitor Info About This Concert Even having seen it, one cannot quite believe it. Such is the artistry of Daniil Trifonov” (Cleveland Plain … Continued
Oct. 25 Halloween Silent Film Double Feature Chills and thrills await in this hair-raising double feature of two of the greatest silent films of all time, with live accompaniment by organist Brett Miller. About Tickets Artists Program Extras Visitor Info About This Concert Friday Night Frights: The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari and The Phantom of … Continued
Dec. 20, 21 & 22 Handel’s Messiah Jones Hall will be filled with joyous refrains and exultant arias, including the iconic “Hallelujah” Chorus, in this powerful presentation of the greatest story ever told. About Tickets Artists Program Extras Visitor Info About This Concert Jones Hall will be filled with joyous refrains and exultant arias, including … Continued
Dec. 9 Yo-Yo Ma in Concert The extraordinary 19-time Grammy Award-winner joins the Houston Symphony for Dvořák’s heart-achingly beautiful Cello Concerto in this one-night-only event at Jones Hall. About Tickets Artists Program Extras Visitor Info Tickets Monday, Dec. 9 7:30 P.M. at Jones Hall No Tickets Available Subscribe and Save up to 15% Add 2+ … Continued
Dec. 22 Joyful Fanfares: Holiday Brass Spectacular This festive spotlight on members of the Symphony’s brass section is packed with plenty of holiday cheer for the whole family. About Tickets Artists Program Extras Visitor Info About This Concert Members of the Houston Symphony brass section welcome you for a concert brimming with holiday cheer! Featuring … Continued