From Lubbock to Dallas, Texas will be alive with the timeless genius of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Dive into a series of mesmerizing events such as the Lubbock Symphony Orchestra's 'Grand Miracles,' Fort Worth's 'Mozart and Strauss,' and 'Jane Glover Conducts Mozart,' Houston's 'Classical Piano Trios,' and the enchanting 'The Three Little Pigs' in Dallas. Each event promises an unforgettable experience, filled with orchestral brilliance, piano concertos, and charming storytelling.

Mozart Magic: Celebrating Classical Masterpieces in Texas

Houston is set to be the classical music capital this season with an array of captivating performances that celebrate the genius of Johann Sebastian Bach. From the reflective solo cantatas in "In Praise of Virtue" at the Hobby Center to the dazzling Violin Concerto No. 1 with the Houston Symphony at Jones Hall, and the historically rich sounds of "Vivaldi, Handel, & Bach" at the Wortham Theater Center, there's something for every classical music enthusiast. Don't miss the powerful rendition of Bach's "St. John Passion" in March for a moving experience.

Celebrate Bach in Houston: Upcoming Concerts at Hobby Center, Jones Hall, and Wortham Theater

Houston is set to resonate with the timeless melodies of George Frideric Handel and other baroque masters. From the reflective 'Ich bin vergnügt' by J. S. Bach to the glittering 'Splenda l’alba in oriente' by Handel, and the emotionally charged oratorio 'Theodora,' these events promise to captivate audiences. Soprano Hannah DePriest and countertenor Aryeh Nussbaum Cohen will bring their talents to the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, while the Mercury Chamber Orchestra will take you closer to the genius of baroque music at the Wortham Theater Center.

Celebrate the Genius of Handel in Houston: A Musical Journey

Houston is set to be a hub of exquisite classical music performances featuring works by the great Joseph Haydn. Kicking off on September 26, 2024, with the Takács Quartet and Jeremy Denk at Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, audiences will be treated to Haydn's String Quartets, Op.54. In October, the Mercury Chamber Orchestra will present 'Classical Piano Trios' across various venues in Houston, including the Museum of Fine Arts. Come February 7, 2025, the New York Philharmonic String Quartet will grace the stage at the Hobby Center, performing Haydn's String Quartets, Op.77. Finally, on May 23, 2025, 'Classical Collaborations' will bring together a delightful mix of sonata, symphony, and concerto pieces at the Hobby Center, showcasing Haydn's Symphony No. 48.

Experience Haydn in Houston: Stellar Classical Performances Await

Houston is set to dazzle music lovers with a series of spectacular concerts celebrating the genius of Johannes Brahms. From the intricate Violin Concerto No. 1 by Bach, performed by the Houston Symphony, to the debut performance of the award-winning pianist Alexandre Kantorow, the city's musical calendar is packed with must-see events. Additionally, the beloved production 'Loving Clara Schumann' makes a triumphant return, while the critically acclaimed Merz Trio explores night melodies. Don't miss these unforgettable performances in Houston's finest venues.

Experience the Brilliance of Brahms in Houston: Unmissable Concerts and Performances

Music lovers in Houston and Spring, TX, are in for a treat with a series of classical music concerts featuring works by the legendary Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. From 'Classical Piano Trios' performed by the Mercury Chamber Orchestra, to the 'Bach, Mozart & Brahm' concert by the Houston Symphony, and 'Classical Collaborations' at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, these events promise an exquisite journey through the timeless pieces of classical music.

Experience Mozart's Masterpieces Across Houston and Spring, TX

Houston, get ready to be mesmerized by an extraordinary series of events celebrating the genius of Robert Schumann! These captivating performances include 'Loving Clara Schumann' by the Mercury Chamber Orchestra, Aryeh Nussbaum Cohen's groundbreaking countertenor recital, and the innovative 'Merz Trio: Night Songs.' Each event promises an unforgettable experience, delving deep into themes of mental health, human connection, and the transformative power of music.

Houston's Musical Tribute: Schumann and Beyond

If you close your eyes, you’ll be able to picture the rolling English countryside – here, the sound of Mercury’s gorgeous strings will truly shine in a concert that features English greats: like Edward Elgar, whose Elegy contains some of his most beautiful music – an extraordinary and deeply moving piece written when he was wracked with grief after the loss of a close friend. If you love Elgar’s Enigma Variations, this is the concert for you.

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English Romantic Strings

Wortham Theater Center

This concert is made possible in part by ConocoPhillips, Neighborhood Series Premiere Sponsor, and the Houston Endowment, the Brown Foundation, the Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts, the City of Houston through Houston Arts Alliance, and by supporters like you.

Classical Piano Trios

Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church

The Houston Saengerbund

The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston

Dosey Doe - The Big Barn

This is a program of fun, enjoyable music from an Italian master whose music will take you from the concert hall to the streets of the 18th century.

Boccherini’s Night in Madrid

Enjoy Baroque gems by Vivaldi, Telemann, and Handel in a dynamic concert featuring recorder virtuoso Vincent Lauzer. This performance will showcase the recorder in a unique audience experience, unveiling sonic beauty and musical fireworks.

Vivaldi & Telemann

Miller Outdoor Theatre

The holidays are busy. So busy that sometimes we forget to slow down and really enjoy the season – and spend quality time with the people that you love.

Christmas with Nicole Heaston

A joyous concert featuring a quartet of singers and instrumental ensemble performing early carols and sacred music from the British Isles.

English Baroque Christmas

If you’ve never heard a performance like this, you’re in for a treat! Mercury audiences look forward to this every year – join us and get closer to the genius of baroque masters like Bach, Vivaldi, and Handel as we perform their music on historical instruments – instruments that more authentically capture the kinds of sounds the composers had in their heads when they wrote this music (rather than the quite different-sounding modern instruments they’re usually performed on).

Vivaldi, Handel, & Bach

It’s back! After rave reviews in 2018, Loving Clara Schumann returns to the stage: this fully-staged production tells the remarkable story of Clara Schumann, told through her relationships with Robert Schumann and Johannes Brahms while exploring meaningful themes of mental health, human connection, and perseverance.

Loving Clara Schumann

Deeply moving and powerful: Bach puts his immense genius to a musical retelling of the events leading up to Christ’s crucifixion. Like Handel’s Messiah, a full compliment of singers and four soloists add dramatic weight and emotional power to what is a deeply moving work threaded with themes of sacrifice, redemption, and hope.

Bach’s St. John Passion

Venezuelan folk music meets Bach with this blockbuster program!

The Art Of Joropo

This concert is just packed with great music – you can’t go wrong here. The Violin Concerto is simply one of those works that you can’t help but get swept off your feet by – and we’re excited to welcome a truly special violinist, Kerson Leong, to perform it.

Mercury Chamber Orchestra

Dec 7, 2024

Christmas with Nicole Heaston

19 - 22 Dec, 2024

English Baroque Christmas

Jan 11, 2025

Vivaldi, Handel, & Bach

8 - 9 Feb, 2025

Loving Clara Schumann

Mar 22, 2025

Bach’s St. John Passion

Nov 9, 2024

English Romantic Strings

24 - 27 Oct, 2024

Classical Piano Trios

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