TEXAS CLASSICAL MUSIC COVERAGE

Houston Symphony to Perform ROMEO & JULIET OVERTURE at Miller Outdoor Theatre, 6/28

On June 28, the Houston Symphony will perform a free concert as part of the ExxonMobil Summer Symphony Nights series at Miller Outdoor Theatre. The concert will feature the famous Romeo and Juliet Ove... (more...)

Area Student Musicians to Join Atlanta Symphony for Side-By-Side Concert, 6/27

Student musicians from the Atlanta area, including members of the Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra (ASYO) and Talent Development Program (TDP), will perform a Side-By-Side Concert with members of the ... (more...)

Student Musicians to Join Atlanta Symphony Orchestra for Special Concert, 6/27

Student musicians from the Atlanta area, including members of the Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra (ASYO) and Talent Development Program (TDP), will perform a Side-By-Side Concert with members of the ... (more...)

Houston Symphony to Play Works by Mozart and More at Miller Outdoor Theatre, 6/22

On June 22, music lovers can hear another free concert by the 100-year-old Houston Symphony at Miller Outdoor Theatre as part of their ExxonMobil Summer Symphony Nights series at Miller Outdoor Theatr... (more...)

Houston Symphony to Host Centennial 100th Birthday Concert at Miller Outdoor Theatre, 6/21

On June 21, the Houston Symphony will celebrate its 100th birthday on the anniversary of its first public concert by inviting all of Houston to a free Centennial 100th Birthday Concert at Miller Outdo... (more...)

Patti Austin to Launch MUSE/IQUE's Summer of Sound Festival, 6/29

MUSE/IQUE, known for its counter-conventional performances that feel more like parties than formal concerts, launches 'Summer of Sound' 2013 with 'Lost in the Stars with Patti Austin,' featuring the G... (more...)

Moran Katz Wins Houston Symphony's 2013 Ima Hogg Competition

Performing Mozart's Clarinet Concerto in A major, 28-year old Israeli clarinetist Moran Katz won the 38th annual Houston Symphony League's Ima Hogg Competition on Saturday, June 1 at Rice University's... (more...)

Mercury – The Orchestra Redefined Begins Its 2013-2014 Season

It has been a year since Mercury – The Orchestra Redefined rebranded its image in the public, increasing the scope of the orchestra's repertoire and expanding accessibility to music for audiences acro... (more...)

Kristen Hertzenberg Set for 4TH WITH THE PHIL in Las Vegas, 7/4

The Las Vegas Philharmonic will bring back and expand upon a beloved tradition in July when it presents a new Independence Day celebration called 4th with the Phil at The Smith Center for the Performi... (more...)

Houston Symphony and David D'or to Recognize Israel at 65 Years in 5/23 Concert

On May 23, the Houston Symphony, in partnership with the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston, will present a concert at Jones Hall recognizing the 65th anniversary of the founding of the State of Isr... (more...)

Houston Symphony to Welcome Pink Martini to Jones Hall, 5/24-26

On May 24, 25 and 26, the Houston Symphony welcomes audiences of all ages and musical backgrounds to an exciting performance with the eclectic 'little orchestra,' Pink Martini. Led by Principal Pops C... (more...)

Maestro Hans Graf to Bid Farewell to Houston Symphony, 5/17-18

Maestro Hans Graf will conduct the Houston Symphony in his final concerts as Music Director on May 17 and 18. Ending his 12-year tenure, Graf will celebrate with the orchestra, staff and patrons in a ... (more...)

Spectrum Welcomes Pianist Beth Levin Today

Spectrum presents an afternoon recital with virtuoso pianist Beth Levin today, May 5th at 3. The program features a world premiere by Andrew Rudin, a New York premiere by David Del Tredici and works b... (more...)

Spectrum to Welcome Pianist Beth Levin, 5/5

Spectrum presents an afternoon recital with virtuoso pianist Beth Levin on Sunday, May 5th at 3. The program features a world premiere by Andrew Rudin, a New York premiere by David Del Tredici and wor... (more...)

Debbie Gibson Composes New Songs for CIRQUE MUSICA

TGC Productions, producer of CIRQUE MUSICA - a concert and visual experience for the entire family -- has announced a new creative collaboration with Debbie Gibson. Ms. Gibson will compose two new ori... (more...)

Houston Symphony to Perform Beethoven's EROICA; Janina Fialkowska to Play Chopin, 5/9-12

On May 9, 11 and 12, Maestro Hans Graf will conduct the Houston Symphony in a moving program beginning with Weber's Overture to Euryanthe and ending with Beethoven's epic Symphony No. 3, Eroica. Graf'... (more...)

Jeremy Jordan, Norm Lewis and More Set for THE WIZARD AND I with NSO in D.C., 5/16-18

The National Symphony Orchestra Pops will present three performances of The Wizard and I: The Musical Journey of Stephen Schwartz May 16-18 in the Kennedy Center Concert Hall. Led by Principal Pops Co... (more...)

DINOSAURS! Set for Houston Symphony's Next Family Concert Today

Led by Associate Conductor Robert Franz, the Houston Symphony invites families to a concert today, April 20 that will take audience members back to pre-historic times. Featuring pieces such as John Wi... (more...)

NJ Symphony Presents an All-Gershwin POPS Program, 4/19-20

The New Jersey Symphony Orchestra presents an all-Gershwin NJSO POPS program in New Brunswick and Newark, tonight, April 19 and the 20th. Conductor Gerald Steichen returns to the NJSO stage to conduct... (more...)

Michael Cavanaugh and Houston Symphony Showcase Elton John and More, Now thru 4/21

Celebrating the 1970s, the Houston Symphony and Michael Cavanaugh will entertain audiences in concerts of classic rock favorites tonight, April 19 and April 20 & 21. Under the direction of Associate C... (more...)

Bainbridge Symphony Orchestra Presents 'Symphonic Metamorphosis' 5/31 & 6/2

In celebration of the Bainbridge Symphony Orchestra's 40th Anniversary the BSO has commissioned a new work by composer Brett Kroening. This work will make its world premiere in our final concert of th... (more...)

Hans Graf Conducts Houston Symphony in Debussy's LA MER , Now thru 4/14

Approaching his final month as Music Director of the Houston Symphony, Hans Graf will conduct a concert featuring several of Debussy and Mendelssohn's must popular works. Graf will welcome his long-ti... (more...)

DINOSAURS! Set for Houston Symphony's Next Family Concert, 4/20

Led by Associate Conductor Robert Franz, the Houston Symphony invites families to a concert on Saturday, April 20 that will take audience members back to pre-historic times. Featuring pieces such as J... (more...)

Organist Cameron Carpenter Makes Houston Debut Tonight at Christ Church Cathedral

Described as having the dazzling technique and 'wild passion' of Vladimir Horowitz, the footwork of Fred Astaire and the glam sensibility of David Bowie, renegade organist Cameron Carpenter will make ... (more...)

Michael Cavanaugh and Houston Symphony to Showcase Elton John and More, 4/19-21

Celebrating the 1970s, the Houston Symphony and Michael Cavanaugh will entertain audiences in concerts of classic rock favorites on April 19, 20 and 21. Under the direction of Associate Conductor Robe... (more...)