### Event Description: ROCO In Concert: Supersonic

**Date and Time:** Saturday, February 24, 2024, at 5:00 PM  
**Location:** The Church of St. John the Divine, River Oaks Boulevard, Houston, TX, USA

**Event Overview:**
ROCO's full chamber orchestra, under the baton of conductor Delyana Lazarova, presents "Supersonic," a high-energy concert featuring a dynamic and diverse program. This event is sponsored by the Albert and Margaret Alkek Foundation and promises an evening of exhilarating music and exceptional performances.

**Program Highlights:**

1. **Elfrida Andrée’s Symphony No. 2 in A Minor**  
   - A colorful and lyrical piece with an exuberant opening theme.

2. **Richard Danielpour’s Voci dal Purgatorio**  
   - U.S. premiere of the second movement from his Symphony in Three Movements, inspired by Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy.

3. **Jessica Meyer’s Go Big or Go Home**  
   - A work celebrating self-realization and empowerment, featuring blues guitar phenom Clay Melton and his band.

4. **Franz Schubert’s Overture in the Italian Style, D. 591**  
   - Performed side-by-side with the Houston Youth Symphony, showcasing rich textures and emotional depth.

5. **Dobrinka Tabakova’s Fantasy Homage to Schubert**  
   - An alluring piece by the Bulgarian-British composer, known for her riveting and radiant sound world.

**Special Features:**

- **ROCOrooters Program:**  
  Enjoy a night out while your children (ages 2 months to 10 years) are cared for by certified and bonded childcare professionals. The program offers up to 6 hours of childcare during the concert for $45 per child. Free, downloadable materials with themed activities will also be available for families to enjoy together while watching the livestream.

- **Wellness Walk with Urban Paths:**  
  Join a special free Wellness Walk preceding the concert. Participants will meet at 3:00 PM at The Church of St. John the Divine for a 90-minute guided walk, concluding in time for the concert at 5:00 PM. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today.

**Note:** This concert is now at capacity, and tickets are no longer on sale.

**Location:**  
The Church of St. John the Divine  
River Oaks Boulevard, Houston, TX, USA  
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**Conductor:** Delyana Lazarova  
**Featuring:** Clay Melton Band, Houston Youth Symphony

For more information and to stay updated on future events, visit ROCO's official website.

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