This is what ‘epic’ sounds like. A massive orchestra and huge chorus join forces in Jones Hall for Orff’s infamous ode to love, drink, and living life to the fullest, Carmina burana. Instantly recognizable thanks to its use in countless movies and commercials, a live Carmina is one of classical music’s most spellbinding and immersive experiences. Conductor Laureate Andrés Orozco-Estrada returns to lead these performances, which also include an exciting world premiere by Jimmy López Bellido.

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Carmina Burana

Jones Hall

Romanian virtuoso Alexandra Dariescu joins the orchestra for Grieg’s famous Piano Concerto, a guaranteed crowd-pleaser adored for its memorable tunes and dramatic flair. Kafka’s Dream fuses “trance-like stillness and tumultuous forward motion” (The Telegraph). And, breathtaking visions of Rome are rendered with a palette of spectacular orchestral colors in Respighi’s beloved Fountains of Rome and Pines of Rome.

Pines of Rome + Grieg's Piano Concerto

Cars fly, trees fight back, and monsters are on the loose in Harry’s second year at Hogwarts™ School of Witchcraft and Wizardry! This concert features the film Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets™ in high-definition, on a giant screen, while a live orchestra performs John Williams’ unforgettable score. Relive every magical moment as the music brings life to a story that has enchanted the world.

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets™ In Concert

In this special performance, Houston Symphony Artistic Partner Itzhak Perlman presents his collection of traditional klezmer music, In the Fiddler’s House. Released more than 25 years ago, the album became a PBS special that earned Perlman his third Emmy Award.

Itzhak Perlman: In the Fiddler's House

May the Force be with you! Travel to galaxies far, far away as the orchestra performs your favorite music from across the Star Wars universe, from “Rey’s Theme” to “Yoda’s Theme” and “The Imperial March.” You’ll hear music from all nine films in the Skywalker saga, performed in chronological order, plus selections from Rogue One and Solo.

The Music of Star Wars

The vibrant and eclectic style of Pulitzer Prize-winning composer John Adams is paired with biblical verse, modern Spanish-language poetry, and more in this contemporary take on the Christmas story, uniquely told from a mother’s point of view. Experience the power of this spellbinding masterpiece, which in Adams’s words explores “what is meant by a miracle.”

Adams’s El Niño

Envision flower-filled meadows, sparkling glaciers, and a breathtaking view from the summit when Music Director Juraj Valčuha leads one of the natural wonders of the music world, Strauss’s An Alpine Symphony. A monumental subject like the Alps can only be expressed through equally mighty orchestral forces, and a staggering 125 musicians will fill Jones Hall. It’s hard to imagine any music more stunningly beautiful than Strauss’s Four Last Songs, especially when performed by one of the world’s most in-demand operatic sopranos, Rachel Willis-Sørensen.

Strauss Festival: An Alpine Symphony

A scandalous play by Oscar Wilde meets the explosive music of Richard Strauss: the result is musical storytelling at its most captivating. Soprano Jennifer Holloway brings her celebrated interpretation of the title role—one of opera’s most challenging vocal feats—to Jones Hall for these performances.

Strauss Festival: Salome in Concert

“See that girl, watch that scene, digging the dancing queen…”

Mamma Mia, here we go again! Dance, jive, and have the time of your life as the Houston Symphony salutes Swedish pop supergroup ABBA. World-renowned a cappella sensation Rajaton joins the orchestra for all your favorite ABBA hits: “Mamma Mia,” “Gimme, Gimme, Gimme,” “Dancing Queen,” “S.O.S.,” and so much more.

The Music of ABBA

Hobby Center for the Performing Arts

Featuring visually stunning imagery and groundbreaking special effects, the action-packed adventure of Jurassic Park pits man against prehistoric predators in the ultimate battle for survival.

Experience it now, projected in HD on a giant screen, with the full Houston Symphony performing John Williams’s iconic score live to picture!

Jurassic Park in Concert

With countless chart-toppers and unmistakable swagger, The Rolling Stones have defined “cool” since the ‘60s. Backed by the power of a full orchestra and rock band, incredible lead singer Mick Adams delivers a fabulous rendition of Mick Jagger’s vocals (and moves) to recreate The Rolling Stones’ biggest hits through the decades—“Satisfaction,” “Paint It Black,” “Ruby Tuesday,” “Honky Tonk Women,” “Angie,” “Wild Horses,” “Jumpin’ Jack Flash,” and many more!

Houston Symphony

26 - 27 Apr, 2024

Carmina Burana

2 - 5 May, 2024

Pines of Rome + Grieg's Piano Concerto

10 - 11 May, 2024

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets™ In Concert

May 12, 2024

Itzhak Perlman: In the Fiddler's House

17 - 19 May, 2024

The Music of Star Wars

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