2015-16 Season POPS Brochure

MUSIC YOU KNOW MUSIC YOU LOVE The 2015-16 Season POPS Matthew Morrison, vocalist

Music of The Beatles

Singin’ in the Rain, Courtesy of The Gene Kelly Image Trust

Sinatra’s Centennial

Michael Krajewski, Principal POPS Conductor

Our theme of “Music You Know, Music You Love” is especially fitting this POPS Season as we salute artists that represent some of the most iconic music of all time. First up is Music of The Beatles with Rajaton (pronounced Rah-yah-tann), a vocal sextet from Finland. These singers are fantastic and will help us perform the Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band album—in its entirety—along with many chart-topping Beatles hits. Our season also includes music of Carole King, Singin’ in the Rain—Film With Live Orchestra and a celebration of Sinatra’s Centennial with help from fan favorite and returning vocalist Tony DeSare.

On a bittersweet note, I’m announcing my departure at the end of the 2016-17 POPS Season. My tenure with this fabulous orchestra in this wonderful city has been a true joy for me, both personally and professionally; however, I have made the decision to turn the page and embrace the next chapter of my career. I will be passing the baton to my colleague Steven Reineke, a familiar face to Symphony audiences.

I know you will thoroughly enjoy Steven’s enthusiasm, creativity and passion for music in the coming years.

In the meantime, I look forward to conducting my final two seasons with the Houston Symphony. (And rest assured—I still have plenty of jokes up my sleeve to share with you!)

Michael Krajewski, Principal POPS Conductor

Steven’s programs are innovative, fun and filled with his boundless energy. He is known for working with high-profile talent, including last season’s Broadway “triple threat” Sutton Foster and the star of TV’s Glee Matthew Morrison, who will perform this season with the orchestra in March 2016.

Join us in welcoming Steven to the 2015-16 POPS Season.

Rajaton, vocalists

Montego Glover vocalist

TABLE OF CONTENTS POPS Season Highlights POPS Season Family Season Classical Season Highlights

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Steven Reineke, Principal POPS Conductor Designate

Described by The Huffington Post as “charming” and an “amazing collabora[tor]” with musicians, frequent guest Steven Reineke is featured this season as our Principal POPS Conductor Designate, and will assume the position of Principal POPS Conductor when Michael Krajewski steps down at the end of the 2016-17 Season.

Symphony Specials POPS and Family Ticket Packages Classical Ticket Packages Community Concerts and Education

Singin’ in the Rain, Courtesy of The Gene Kelly Image Trust

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BBVA COMPASS POPS HIGHLIGHTS Feel the energy this season as Principal POPS Conductor Michael Krajewski returns. We feature our Principal POPS Conductor Designate, the always entertaining Steven Reineke, for programs including An Evening With Matthew Morrison and Sinatra’s Centennial. Plus, experience concerts that feature films with live orchestra, including Singin’ in the Rain, Back to the Future and the holiday classic Home Alone.

SENSATIONAL STAGE & SCREEN TALENT This POPS Season, we’re raising the curtain to welcome guest artists who shine on Broadway and on screen. Get ready for soaring vocals, impeccable stage presence—and maybe even a wardrobe change or two.

Tony®-nominated powerhouse singer MONTEGO GLOVER

Voice of the Broadway stage & animated films LIZ CALLAWAY

The ultimate song and dance man MATTHEW MORRISON FROM TV’S GLEE

NOVEMBER 20, 21, 22, 2015

MARCH 24, 25, 26, 2016

Fan favorite TONY DeSARE OCTOBER 30, 31, NOVEMBER 1, 2015

SINATRA’S CENTENNIAL Steven Reineke, conductor Tony DeSare, vocalist & pianist Montego Glover, vocalist

TAPESTRY: THE CAROLE KING SONGBOOK

Michael Krajewski, conductor Liz Callaway, vocalist

WORLD PREMIERE

AN EVENING WITH MATTHEW MORRISON Steven Reineke, conductor Matthew Morrison, vocalist

Matthew Morrison, vocalist

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MAGNIFICENT MUSIC OF THE DECADES

SPECTACULAR SOUNDS OF THE SILVER SCREEN

Trailblazers. Rock stars. Legends. Whatever you call them, their music defined musical eras, set precedents for countless bands and solo artists that followed and remind us all why we celebrate their lasting artistry today.

At the Houston Symphony, we love film, and especially film scores. Join us for a season full of cinematic journeys as we present three films with live orchestra and a concert celebrating the unequivocal masterpieces of John Williams.

AUGUST 1, 2015

MAY 29, 2015

THE MUSIC OF LED ZEPPELIN AT THE CYNTHIA WOODS MITCHELL PAVILION

BACK TO THE FUTURE— FILM WITH LIVE ORCHESTRA Constantine Kitsopoulos, conductor

Brent Havens, conductor/arranger Randy Jackson, vocalist

DECEMBER 4, 2015

HOME ALONE— FILM WITH LIVE ORCHESTRA

MAY 30, 2015

THE MUSIC OF PINK FLOYD Brent Havens, conductor/arranger Randy Jackson, vocalist

JANUARY 8, 9, 10, 2016

A TRIBUTE TO JOHN WILLIAMS

SEPTEMBER 4, 5, 6, 2015

MUSIC OF THE BEATLES

Michael Krajewski, conductor

Michael Krajewski, conductor Rajaton, vocalists

FEBRUARY 5, 6, 7, 2016

MAY 6, 7, 8, 2016

JOURNEY, THE EAGLES, FLEETWOOD MAC & MORE

WORLD PREMIERE

SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN— FILM WITH LIVE ORCHESTRA Steven Reineke, conductor

Michael Krajewski, conductor Shem von Schroeck, Micah Wilshire, Lori Wilshire, vocalists

Back to the Future: ™ & © Universal Studios and U-Drive Joint Venture

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BBVA COMPASS POPS Principal POPS Conductor Michael Krajewski and the orchestra present more of the “Music You Know, Music You Love.” This season, Mike shares the baton with frequent guest Steven Reineke who is now our Principal POPS Conductor Designate. You won’t want to miss his three programs, including An Evening with Matthew Morrison.

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| OCTOBER 30, 31, NOVEMBER 1, 2015

SINATRA’S CENTENNIAL

The Beatles

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| SEPTEMBER 4, 5, 6, 2015

MUSIC OF THE BEATLES Michael Krajewski, conductor Rajaton, vocalists

Since “Ol’ Blue Eyes” would have turned 100 this year, Principal POPS Conductor Designate Steven Reineke has created a program in true Sinatra style—reflecting the timeless songs that this American legend popularized, including “Fly Me To The Moon,” “My Way” and “The Lady Is A Tramp.” Adding to Steve’s “Rat Pack” is returning vocalist Tony DeSare, who has been described

by The New York Times as “two parts Frank Sinatra to one part Billy Joel.” We also welcome Tony®-nominated performer Montego Glover (Broadway’s Memphis: The Musical), who commands the stage with her dazzling, powerhouse voice.

Beatlemania officially arrived in Houston 50 years ago this summer when Sir Paul, John, George and Ringo first performed at the Sam Houston Coliseum in 1965.

As a tribute, we’re kicking off the season with an all-out Beatles celebration. The first half of the program features the entire Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band album, which is ranked #1 on Rolling Stone magazine’s list of the “500 Greatest Albums of All Time.” For the second half, we’re saluting the biggest hits of the band’s astounding career, such as “Let It Be,” “All You Need Is Love” and “Eleanor Rigby.” Joining Mike and the orchestra is pop sensation Rajaton (pronounced Rah-yah-tann), a vocal sextet from Finland, who give a fresh take on some of the world’s most influential music.

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Liz Callaway, vocalist

Steven Reineke, conductor Tony DeSare, vocalist & pianist Montego Glover, vocalist

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| NOVEMBER 20, 21, 22, 2015

TAPESTRY: THE CAROLE KING SONGBOOK

WORLD PREMIERE

Michael Krajewski, conductor Liz Callaway, vocalist Infused with incredible melodies and unforgettable lyrics, Carole King’s Grammy Award®-winning album Tapestry remains a gold standard in pop music. Mike and the orchestra celebrate the singer-songwriter, whose life and career inspired the 2014 Broadway hit Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. Tony® nominee Liz Callaway (Broadway’s Baby), who has also appeared on Broadway in Cats and Miss Saigon, joins the orchestra to cover King’s chart-topping tracks like “You’ve Got a Friend,” “So Far Away”and “Natural Woman.”

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| DECEMBER 11, 12, 13, 2015

VERY MERRY POPS

Michael Krajewski, conductor Houston Symphony Chorus Betsy Cook Weber, director

Steven Reineke, conductor We’re elevating the cinematic experience with Singin’ in the Rain, which was voted the No. 1 “Greatest Movie Musical” by the American Film Institute. Enjoy the classic film on the big screen as the orchestra performs the iconic score, made famous by Gene Kelly, Donald O’Connor and Debbie Reynolds. So ditch your umbrella and let it rain with “Make ‘Em Laugh,” “Good Morning,” “All I Do Is Dream Of You” and the memorable title song.

Jurassic Park

“It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” at the Houston Symphony with Very Merry Pops, now in its 15th season! Bring your family and friends and rejoice in this Houston holiday tradition with Mike, the orchestra, the chorus—and some special guests who may drop by to join in on the festive fun. Enjoy favorites like “O Come, All Ye Faithful,” “Carol of the Bells” and “It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas.”

| FEBRUARY 5, 6, 7, 2016

SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN— FILM WITH LIVE ORCHESTRA

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Note: Sunday performance will be at 2:30 pm

| JANUARY 8, 9, 10, 2016

A TRIBUTE TO JOHN WILLIAMS

Note: Due to high demand, exchanges will not be allowed into this concert.

Courtesy of The Gene Kelly Image Trust

No composer epitomizes modern film music like John Williams. He has written some of the most recognizable soundtracks in cinematic history, and this program celebrates the thrilling themes of the innumerable adventures that he has helped imagine. From Spielberg staples like Jurassic Park, Jaws, and E.T. to Star Wars and the Harry Potter franchise, his music has brought characters to life and filled our hearts with the magic of the movies.

Singin’ in the Rain,

Michael Krajewski, conductor

Michael Krajewski, conductor

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| MARCH 24, 25, 26, 2016

Steven Reineke, conductor Matthew Morrison, vocalist

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| FEBRUARY 26, 27, 28, 2016

THE BEST OF BENNY GOODMAN Michael Krajewski, conductor Dave Bennett, clarinet The Dave Bennett Sextet

We salute the “King of Swing” and the soaring sounds of the Big Band era in this tribute to Benny Goodman.

Led by clarinetist Dave Bennett, who captures Goodman’s famous jazzy riffs, The Dave Bennett Sextet offers “powerfully fresh and vibrant” interpretations of Goodman’s classics, including “Sing, Sing, Sing,” “Let’s Dance” and “These Foolish Things.”

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Note: Due to high demand, exchanges will not be allowed into this concert.

Sunday subscribers will attend on Thursday due to Easter.

Matthew Morrison, vocalist

Benny Goodman, “The King of Swing”

Star of TV’s Glee, Matthew Morrison has emerged as one of the most adored talents in entertainment, earning him both Tony® and Emmy® nominations for his stage and screen work. With his charming, dapper style, the performer, who returns to Broadway in the new musical Finding Neverland, is front and center at Jones Hall, delivering stellar showmanship. Hear Morrison perform songs like Duke Ellington’s “It Don’t Mean A Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing)” and “Sway,” as well as Broadway standards “Luck Be A Lady” (Guys & Dolls) and “What I Did For Love” (A Chorus Line).

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Stevie Nicks of Fleetwood Mac

AN EVENING WITH MATTHEW MORRISON

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| MAY 6, 7, 8, 2016

JOURNEY, THE EAGLES, FLEETWOOD MAC & MORE

WORLD PREMIERE

Michael Krajewski, conductor Shem von Schroeck, Micah Wilshire, Lori Wilshire, vocalists Encapsulating three decades of classic rock, we end our season with a compilation concert featuring bands and musical acts of the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s. Re-live Journey’s “Faithfully” and “Open Arms”; remember Don Henley’s raspy “Hotel California”; groove to Fleetwood Mac’s retro hit “Dreams”; and step back into 1977 with soul-rock duo Hall & Oates and their hit “Rich Girl.” We also showcase the songs of great solo acts who once dominated radio airplay like Billy Joel, Neil Young and Van Morrison.

FAMILY SEASON Our 4-concert Family Series offers a mix of fun, thematic orchestral music to engage young minds. Each 50-minute concert is held at Jones Hall on Saturday mornings with two start times: 10:00 am and 11:30 am. This season, Associate Conductor Robert Franz leads three of the four programs.

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| OCTOBER 31, 2015

GHOSTBUSTERS & GHOULS Robert Franz, conductor It’s Halloween, and there’s no better place to be than at the Houston Symphony. Our series opener features fantastically frightening music to give your Saturday morning a little trick and a big treat! Our spooky celebration includes music from Ghostbusters and Michael Jackson’s epic hit “Thriller.” We also feature a haunting violin solo in Saint-Saëns’ Danse macabre.

Then, get ready to strut your stuff as Associate Conductor Robert Franz leads the audience in a not-tobe-missed on-stage costume parade.

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| DECEMBER 12, 2015

A FROSTY & FROZEN CHRISTMAS Bundle up! Temperatures are dropping in a decked-out Jones Hall as we celebrate the magic of the holiday season, including a special guest who may drop by to partake in the festive fun. Sing along to “Frosty the Snowman,” and “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” and rejoice in Queen Elsa’s reflective personal journey “Let it Go” from Disney’s Frozen. Join us as we remember what makes this time of year so special—and a bit frosty!

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| MARCH 26, 2016

SUPERHEROES AT THE SYMPHONY! Robert Franz, conductor Theatre Under The Stars Humphreys School of Musical Theatre Grab your cape, flex your extraordinary powers and discover your fearless inner-self as we perform The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra. Batman, Captain America, Iron Man and the “super” stretchy Elastigirl Helen from The Incredibles are invading Jones Hall to reveal the superpowers of the orchestra’s instrument families. We’re also teaming up with our friends at Theatre Under The Stars to take flight on some awesome adventures and perilous journeys, including Summon the Heroes by one of our modernday superhero composers, John Williams.

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| MAY 7, 2016

DREAMS CAN COME TRUE WITH MUSIC FROM THE LITTLE MERMAID Robert Franz, conductor Be “Part of [Our] World” as we explore the visionary creations of the imagination. With Ariel’s surf to turf wishes in The Little Mermaid and selections from Mendelssohn’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Associate Conductor Robert Franz has dreamt up a fantastical program where you can be anything or anywhere “When You Wish Upon a Star.”

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CLASSICAL SEASON HIGHLIGHTS Andrés Orozco-Estrada’s highly anticipated second season features 3 Weeks of Beethoven, the premiere of The Cosmos— An HD Odyssey and a reprise of Andrés’ triumphant Houston Symphony debut with Berlioz’ Symphonie fantastique, which was the first piece he conducted with the orchestra.

JULY 17, 18, 2015

FINAL FILM IN THE HD ODYSSEY TRILOGY

SYMPHONY SPECIAL

Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Houston Symphony Filarmónica Joven de Colombia Houston Symphony Chorus Betsy Cook Weber, director Houston Children’s Chorus Stephen Roddy, director Prokofiev: Scythian Suite Orff: Carmina Burana

Houston Symphony Chorus

Houston welcomes the Filarmónica Joven de Colombia (Colombian Youth Philharmonic) as they join their Artistic Advisor Andrés Orozco-Estrada, the Houston Symphony, Chorus and the Houston Children’s Chorus for a spectacular side-by-side performance of Carl Orff’s epic Carmina Burana featuring nearly 400 musicians on an extended Jones Hall stage. The songs of Carmina Burana celebrate love, feasting and merriment with wild abandon, all the while acknowledging the ever-turning wheel of fortune.

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Joshua Bell, violin

CARMINA BURANA

SEPTEMBER 12, 2015

SYMPHONY SPECIAL

OPENING NIGHT WITH JOSHUA BELL CONCERT & GALA

Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Joshua Bell, violin Gershwin: An American in Paris Bernstein/Brohn: West Side Story Suite for Violin and Orchestra Stravinsky: Suite from The Firebird (1919) Prepare for the dazzling opening of the Houston Symphony’s 2015-16 Season when world-famous violinist Joshua Bell returns to perform a work written for him, William David Brohn’s tuneful and virtuosic arrangement of the West Side Story Suite. Be delighted and amazed by Bell’s lightning-fast finger work and sweeping renditions of “I Feel Pretty,” “Somewhere” and other melodies from Leonard Bernstein’s classic musical. Gershwin’s jazzy An American in Paris opens the concert, and the evening concludes with the fairytale symbolism and burning colors of Stravinsky’s mythical ballet, The Firebird.

Note: This concert is only available to subscribers of 6 concerts or more.

MAY 27, 28, 29, 2016

CLASSICAL CONCERT

WORLD PREMIERE

THE COSMOS— AN HD ODYSSEY Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Duncan Copp, producer On-Stage Insights with Andrés* Lutosławski: Concerto for Orchestra Dvorák: Symphony No. 9, From the New World ˇ with The Cosmos—An HD Odyssey: Premiere of Final Installment in HD Odyssey Film Trilogy The Houston Symphony presents The Cosmos—An HD Odyssey, the final installment of its innovative trilogy that began with The Planets and The Earth. Set to the score of Dvorák’s Symphony No. 9, From the ˇ New World, The Cosmos presents breathtaking images of far distant galaxies, nebulae and other astronomical wonders from the Hubble Space Telescope. Also on the program is Lutosławski’s virtuosic Concerto for Orchestra, one of the most exciting showpieces of the 20th century. *On-Stage Insights with Andrés features brief stage commentary about the music during the concert.

Ms. Marie Taylor Bosarge, Underwriter The Elkins Foundation, Underwriter Margaret Alkek Williams, Underwriter

3 WEEKS OF BEETHOVEN

YEAR TWO

BEETHOVEN’S EROICA PLUS SHOSTAKOVICH

Houston Symphony Endowment, Diamond Guarantor

Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Martin Helmchen, piano Mark Hughes, trumpet On-Stage Insights with Andrés* featuring Pierre Jalbert Pierre Jalbert: Music of Air and Fire Shostakovich: Concerto No. 1 for Piano, Trumpet and Strings Beethoven: Symphony No. 3, Eroica

MARCH 4, 5, 6, 2016

MARCH 18, 19, 20, 2016

BEETHOVEN 2 & 8

BEETHOVEN 9 & BERNSTEIN

Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Wayne Brooks, viola Beethoven: Symphony No. 2 On-Stage Insights with Andrés* featuring Gabriela Lena Frank Gabriela Lena Frank: La Llorona for Viola and Orchestra Beethoven: Symphony No. 8

Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Houston Symphony Chorus Betsy Cook Weber, director On-Stage Insights with Andrés* featuring Betsy Cook Weber Bernstein: Chichester Psalms Beethoven: Symphony No. 9, Choral

Our 3 Weeks of Beethoven series with Andrés continues with the second installment of our three-season cycle of all nine Beethoven symphonies.

Secure your seats for four of Beethoven’s beloved symphonies, including Symphony No. 3, Eroica and the ever-popular choral Symphony No. 9.

*On-Stage Insights with Andrés features brief commentary about the music during the concert.

MARCH 10, 12, 13, 2016

Note: Due to high demand, exchanges will not be allowed into this concert.

MAY 19, 2016

Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Carlos Andrés Botero, co-host Bartók: Divertimento for Strings

Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Carlos Andrés Botero, co-host Berlioz: Symphonie fantastique

An intimate concert experience with commentary from Music Director Andrés Orozco-Estrada and co-host Carlos Andrés Botero, these three Thursdays are part of the “Musically Speaking with Andrés” series, held at Rice University’s Stude Concert Hall at the Shepherd School of Music (housed in the Alice Pratt Brown Hall) at 7:30 pm.

They feature shorter programs, musical commentary and a post-concert Q&A session.

JANUARY 28, 2016

BARTÓK’S DIVERTIMENTO FOR STRINGS

SCHUMANN’S VIOLIN CONCERTO Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Carlos Andrés Botero, co-host Patricia Kopatchinskaja, violin Schumann: Violin Concerto

ANDRÉS CONDUCTS SYMPHONIE FANTASTIQUE

RAND G ROUP

Andrés Orozco-Estrada, Music Director

“MUSICALLY SPEAKING WITH ANDRÉS” SERIES

OCTOBER 1, 2015

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SYMPHONY SPECIALS Symphony Specials are typically one- or two-night events and are available first to subscribers before the general public. They are not included in subscription packages. Add Symphony Specials to your order and don’t miss this opportunity to hear guest artists like Joshua Bell, one of the most celebrated violinists of our time.

JULY 17, 18, 2015

CARMINA BURANA

The music of two iconic British bands. Two venues. One incredible weekend of classic rock.

Led Zeppelin and Pink Floyd emerged in the ’60s and defined the sounds of the psychedelic era.

This spring, we’re bringing their music to wider audiences throughout Greater Houston with our “Classic Rock Weekend.” First, we’re up in The Woodlands at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion for The Music of Led Zeppelin on May 29, 2015. Then, catch The Music of Pink Floyd at Jones Hall on May 30, 2015.

MAY 29, 2015

MAY 30, 2015

AT THE CYNTHIA WOODS MITCHELL PAVILION

AT JONES HALL

THE MUSIC OF LED ZEPPELIN Brent Havens, conductor/arranger Randy Jackson, vocalist The Music of Led Zeppelin combines the power of a full rock band with the Houston Symphony at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in one high-energy evening of music. Conductor/arranger Brent Havens and lead singer Randy Jackson, of rock band Zebra fame, join the orchestra to capture Led Zeppelin’s “sheer blast and power” riff for riff in electric performances of classic hits such as “Stairway to Heaven,” “Black Dog” and “Immigrant Song.”

THE MUSIC OF PINK FLOYD Brent Havens, conductor/arranger Randy Jackson, vocalist Amplified by a full rock band and accompanied by singer Randy Jackson’s fabulous vocals, creator Brent Havens guest conducts the Houston Symphony as they capture Pink Floyd’s ethereal flow of music and effects while churning out new musical colors. This rock concert features 17 Pink Floyd songs, including “Money,” “Learning to Fly,” “Comfortably Numb” and selections from the band’s 1979 hit album The Wall.

Tickets go on sale to the general public March 1, 2015 at houstonsymphony.org

Tickets for this concert will be available at woodlandscenter.org

The Houston Symphony’s performances at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion are supported in part by the George P. & Cynthia Mitchell Summer Concerts Fund.

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Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Houston Symphony Filarmónica Joven de Colombia Houston Symphony Chorus Betsy Cook Weber, director Houston Children’s Chorus Stephen Roddy, director Prokofiev: Scythian Suite Orff: Carmina Burana Houston welcomes the Filarmónica Joven de Colombia (Colombian Youth Philharmonic) as they join their Artistic Advisor Andrés Orozco-Estrada, the Houston Symphony Chorus and the Houston Children’s Chorus for a spectacular side-by-side performance of Carl Orff’s epic Carmina Burana featuring nearly 400 musicians on an extended Jones Hall stage. The festive songs of Carmina Burana celebrate love, feasting and merriment with wild abandon, all the while acknowledging the ever-turning wheel of fortune.

Tickets go on sale to the general public April 8, 2015.

Houston Symphony Chorus

CLASSIC ROCK WEEKEND

JULY 25, 26, 2015

SEPTEMBER 12, 2015

POKÉMON— SYMPHONIC EVOLUTIONS

OPENING NIGHT WITH JOSHUA BELL

Tickets go on sale to the general public April 8, 2015.

Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Joshua Bell, violin Gershwin: An American in Paris Bernstein/Brohn: West Side Story Suite for Violin and Orchestra Stravinsky: Suite from The Firebird (1919) Prepare for the dazzling opening of the Houston Symphony’s 2015-16 Season when world-famous violinist Joshua Bell returns to perform a work written for him, William David Brohn’s tuneful and virtuosic arrangement of the West Side Story Suite. Be delighted and amazed by Bell’s lightning-fast finger work and sweeping renditions of “I Feel Pretty,” “Somewhere” and other melodies from Leonard Bernstein’s classic musical. Gershwin’s jazzy An American in Paris opens the concert, and the evening concludes with the fairytale symbolism and burning colors of Stravinsky’s mythical ballet, The Firebird.

Note: This concert is only available to subscribers of 6 concerts or more.

Tickets go on sale to the general public July 1, 2015.

OCTOBER 22, 2015 AUGUST 1, 2015

BACK TO THE FUTURE— FILM WITH LIVE ORCHESTRA

FEATURING SCORE BY ALAN SILVESTRI

30TH

ANNIVERSARY

Constantine Kitsopoulos, conductor Power up your DeLorean, recharge your flux capacitor and prepare to celebrate the 30th anniversary of an unforgettable movie classic. Back to the Future led to two wildly successful sequels and stamped an enduring imprint on pop culture. Now, fans old and new will experience the thrill of Back to the Future like never before—on a big screen with the Houston Symphony performing Alan Silverstri’s dazzling score live and in-sync with the film. You will also be in for an exclusive treat: Over fifteen minutes of brand new music has been added by the composer to the film’s score.

Tickets go on sale to the general public April 8, 2015.

THE LEGEND OF ZELDA: SYMPHONY OF THE GODDESSES— MASTER QUEST The highly anticipated global concert tour of The Legend of Zelda: Symphony of the Goddesses—Master Quest descends on the Houston Symphony and delights fans with a truly unique experience. Audiences can expect new additions from “A Link Between Worlds,” the most recently released Zelda game.

Tickets go on sale to the general public July 1, 2015.

Home Alone

Brought to life by the Houston Symphony accompanied by exciting visuals on a giant screen, Pokémon: Symphonic Evolutions will take audiences of all ages on a powerful musical retrospective through the popular video game franchise’s most memorable melodies. The premiere of Pokémon: Symphonic Evolutions in Washington D.C. sold out with a second performance added by popular demand.

Pokémon: Symphonic Evolutions is produced by Princeton Entertainment.

© 1990 Twentieth Century Fox

CONCERT & GALA

DECEMBER 4, 2015

HOME ALONE— FILM WITH LIVE ORCHESTRA

25TH

ANNIVERSARY

FEATURING SCORE BY JOHN WILLIAMS Give your holiday a little laughter with Home Alone, the beloved comedy favorite featuring renowned composer John Williams’ charming and delightful score performed live to picture. Macaulay Culkin stars as Kevin McCallister, an 8-year-old boy who’s accidentally left behind when his family leaves for Christmas vacation, and who must defend his home against two bungling thieves. Home Alone is must-see hilarious holiday fun for the entire family!

Tickets go on sale to the general public July 1, 2015.

DECEMBER 18, 19, 20, 2015

HANDEL’S MESSIAH Nicholas Kraemer, conductor Houston Symphony Chorus Betsy Cook Weber, director Handel: Messiah

Experience the timeless Christmas tradition of this Baroque masterpiece with the finest performances of Handel’s Messiah in Houston. Full of glorious choruses and moving solos, this grand oratorio tells the story of the first Christmas through some of Handel’s most inspired works, including “Ev’ry Valley Shall Be Exalted,” “O Thou That Tellest Good Tidings to Zion” and the famous “Hallelujah” chorus.

Tickets go on sale to the general public July 1, 2015.

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BBVA COMPASS POPS & FAMILY PACKAGES Choose a 6- or 9-concert POPS package. POPS concerts are at 8 pm on Friday and Saturday, and at 7:30 pm on Sunday.

Family concerts are on Saturday mornings at 10:00 am and 11:30 am.

Subscribe to all 9 concerts and don’t miss a minute of this POPS Season, complete with award-winning artists, fun evenings of entertainment, and the always witty Michael Krajewski.

Matthew Morrison vocalist

4-CONCERT FAMILY PACKAGE

6-CONCERT “I LIKE MIKE” PACKAGE Subscribe to all 6 concerts conducted

by Principal POPS Conductor Michael Krajewski.

SEPTEMBER 4, 5, 6, 2015

JANUARY 8, 9, 10, 2016

NOVEMBER 20, 21, 22, 2015

FEBRUARY 26, 27, 28, 2016

MUSIC OF THE BEATLES

TAPESTRY: THE CAROLE KING SONGBOOK

A TRIBUTE TO JOHN WILLIAMS THE BEST OF BENNY GOODMAN MAY 6, 7, 8, 2016

DECEMBER 11, 12, 13, 2015

VERY MERRY POPS

JOURNEY, THE EAGLES, FLEETWOOD MAC & MORE

I LIKE MIKE OCTOBER 31, 2015

GHOSTBUSTERS & GHOULS Robert Franz, conductor

Michael Krajewski, Principal POPS Conductor

9-CONCERT FULL POPS SERIES PACKAGE

MARCH 26, 2016

SUPERHEROES AT THE SYMPHONY! Robert Franz, conductor

DECEMBER 12, 2015

FAMILY

A FROSTY & FROZEN CHRISTMAS

MAY 7, 2016

DREAMS CAN COME TRUE WITH MUSIC FROM THE LITTLE MERMAID Robert Franz, conductor

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CLASSICAL TICKET PACKAGES 3-Weeks of Beethoven Classical concerts are at 8 pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday and at 2:30 pm on Sunday. Join us for our Prelude pre-concert talks beginning 45 minutes in advance of the Jones Hall Classical series performances. “Musically Speaking with Andrés” concerts are at 7:30 pm at Rice University’s Stude Concert Hall at the Shepherd School of Music. Sugar Land concerts are held at 8 pm.

3-CONCERT “3 WEEKS OF BEETHOVEN” PACKAGE 3 concerts on Thursday/Friday, Saturday or Sunday MARCH 4, 5, 6, 2016

BEETHOVEN 2 & 8

Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Wayne Brooks, viola Beethoven: Symphony No. 2 On-Stage Insights with Andrés* featuring Gabriela Lena Frank Gabriela Lena Frank: La Llorona for Viola and Orchestra Beethoven: Symphony No. 8 Houston Symphony Endowment, Diamond Guarantor *On-Stage Insights with Andrés features brief commentary about the music during the concert.

3-CONCERT “MUSICALLY SPEAKING WITH ANDRÉS” SERIES Thursday performances are held at Rice University’s Stude Concert Hall at the Shepherd School of Music (housed in the Alice Pratt Brown Hall).

OCTOBER 1, 2015

BARTÓK’S DIVERTIMENTO FOR STRINGS Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Carlos Andrés Botero, co-host Bartók: Divertimento for Strings

MARCH 10, 12, 13, 2016

BEETHOVEN’S EROICA PLUS SHOSTAKOVICH

Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Martin Helmchen, piano Mark Hughes, trumpet On-Stage Insights with Andrés* featuring Pierre Jalbert Pierre Jalbert: Music of Air and Fire Shostakovich: Concerto No. 1 for Piano, Trumpet and Strings Beethoven: Symphony No. 3, Eroica MARCH 18, 19, 20, 2016

BEETHOVEN 9 & BERNSTEIN

Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Houston Symphony Chorus Betsy Cook Weber, director On-Stage Insights with Andrés* featuring Betsy Cook Weber Bernstein: Chichester Psalms Beethoven: Symphony No. 9, Choral JANUARY 28, 2016

SCHUMANN’S VIOLIN CONCERTO Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Carlos Andrés Botero, co-host Patricia Kopatchinskaja, violin Schumann: Violin Concerto MAY 19, 2016

3-CONCERT SUGAR LAND SERIES 3 concerts on Thursday or Friday at Sugar Land Baptist Church.

NOVEMBER 13, 2015

ˇ DVORÁK’S SERENADE FOR STRINGS

Frank Huang, violin and leader Wagner: Siegfried Idyll Dvorák: Romance for Violin and Orchestra ˇ Sarasate: Zigeunerweisen (Gypsy Airs) for Violin and Orchestra Webern: Langsamer Satz (Slow Movement) for String Orchestra Dvorák: Serenade for Strings ˇ DECEMBER 17, 2015

HANDEL’S MESSIAH

Nicholas Kraemer, conductor Houston Symphony Chorus Betsy Cook Weber, director Handel: Messiah MARCH 11, 2016

BEETHOVEN 2 AND EROICA

Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Beethoven: Symphony No. 2 Beethoven: Symphony No. 3, Eroica

ANDRÉS CONDUCTS SYMPHONIE FANTASTIQUE

Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Carlos Andrés Botero, co-host Berlioz: Symphonie fantastique

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COMMUNITY CONCERTS Whether we are offering a day-long music festival at Jones Hall, performing at a local church or returning to one of our outdoor venues, expanding and enhancing community relevance is critical to our mission. We hope to see you at one of our community events this season, many of which are completely FREE to the public.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2015

FIESTA SINFONICA JONES HALL

Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Gianluca Littera, harmonica

CityWide Grassroots Chorus

JUNE 6, 2015

IMA HOGG COMPETITION FINALS CONCERT

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month with our FREE annual Fiesta Sinfónica concert! Hear Brazilian composer Heitor Villa-Lobos’s unique and beguiling Concerto for Harmonica and Orchestra and enjoy the dancing melodies of Mexican composer Silvestre Revueltas and Argentina’s master of the tango, Astor Piazzolla. This exciting program concludes with the infectious Latin rhythms that abound in Leonard Bernstein’s Symphonic Dances from West Side Story.

RICE UNIVERSITY’S STUDE CONCERT HALL

JULY 4, 2015

JONES HALL

JULY 12, 2015

FREE 3RD ANNUAL DAY OF MUSIC JONES HALL

JUNE & DECEMBER 2015

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Andrés Orozco-Estrada, condcutor

STAR-SPANGLED SALUTE AT MILLER OUTDOOR THEATRE HOUSTON CHRONICLE DOLLAR CONCERT

Our long-standing presenting partnership with The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in The Woodlands continues this season as the Houston Symphony performs various programs including Part I of our “Classic Rock Weekend” with The Music of Led Zeppelin on May 29.

JULY 3, 2015

STAR-SPANGLED SALUTE SEPTEMBER 10, 2015

MUSIC OF THE AMERICAS WITH ANDRÉS OCTOBER 23, 2015

HOCUS POCUS POPS For ticketing information for these and other Houston Symphony programs, please visit woodlandscenter.org. The Houston Symphony’s performances at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion are supported in part by the George P. & Cynthia Mitchell Summer Concerts Fund.

Jennifer Gravenor, chair

JULY 11, 2015

THE CYNTHIA WOODS MITCHELL PAVILION

MILLER OUTDOOR THEATRE EXXONMOBIL SUMMER SYMPHONY NIGHTS In June 2015, we’ll present five FREE concerts at Miller Outdoor Theatre, including our annual Fourth of July celebration Star-Spangled Salute, through the “ExxonMobil Summer Symphony Nights” series. Past performances include Gershwin’s An American in Paris, Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4 and Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini.

For more information about Houston Symphony programs at Miller Outdoor Theatre, please visit milleroutdoortheatre.com.

EDUCATION & COMMUNITY PROGRAMS The Symphony’s education and community programs provide access to music for over 250,000 Houstonians of all ages and backgrounds each year. Residents learn about and engage with music, making it a relevant and integral part of their lives.

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Musicians and conductors connect with students and community members.

Helping students realize their true potential.

Creating an environment for aspiring musicians to enhance their talents.

After a recent performance, Andrés inspires a young violinist to become a conductor.

Read more at houstonsymphonyblog.org

Musicians from the Texas Medical Center Orchestra participate in a side-by-side workshop with the Houston Symphony.

LEAD SUPPORTERS GUARANTOR - $100,000+ Ms. Marie Taylor Bosarge The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts Lieutenant Governor David H. Dewhurst City of Houston through the Miller Theatre Advisory Board Houston Endowment Houston Symphony Endowment John & Lindy Rydman / Spec’s Wines, Spirits and Finer Foods

Students hone their skills at a private workshop led by Principal Tuba Dave Kirk.

Houston Symphony musicians share their talents and insight.

Young talent work towards the performance of their lifetime.

UNDERWRITER - $50,000+ Cameron International Corporation The Elkins Foundation ExxonMobil Mrs. Alfred C. Glassell Jr. GDF SUEZ Energy North America Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo The John P. McGovern Foundation Mr. and Mrs. William K. Robbins, Jr. / The Robbins Foundation Shell Oil Company These programs are also supported by the following endowed funds which are part of the Houston Symphony Endowment: Margarett & Alice Brown Endowment Fund for Education Lawrence E. Carlton M.D. Endowment Fund for Youth Programs The William Randolph Hearst Endowed Fund for Education Programs Spec’s Charitable Foundation Salute to Educators Concert Fund

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ENHANCE YOUR EXPERIENCE Enhance your concert experience at Jones Hall by becoming a Houston Symphony donor. Enjoy exclusive benefits like VIP premium ticketing services, complimentary valet parking, access to the Jones Hall Green Room and Patron Donor Lounge, invitations to private rehearsals, salon concerts and more!

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GIVING LEVELS AND BENEFITS LEADERSHIP CIRCLE | $25,000+ A distinguished group of supporters who receive customized benefits and recognition tailored to their annual support. These generous donors play a crucial role in the Houston Symphony’s success, designating their support to concerts, special projects, educational activities or as unrestricted gifts.

CONDUCTOR’S CIRCLE | $5,000-$24,999 A dedicated group of Houston Symphony supporters who receive benefits such as exclusive premier reserved donor seating, Green Room access and valet services for all Houston Symphony concerts at Jones Hall.

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For further information about the Leadership Circle or Conductor’s Circle, please contact David Chambers, Chief Development Officer, at (713) 337-8525 or david.chambers@houstonsymphony.org, or Mark Folkes, Senior Director, Development, at (713) 337-8521 or mark.folkes@houstonsymphony.org.

Questions about the Friends of the Houston Symphony?

Please contact Darryl de Mello, Associate Director, Annual Fund, at (713) 337-8529 or darryl.demello@houstonsymphony.org.

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Grand Patron: $2,500-$4,999 • One-time access pass to the Green Room • One-time valet parking pass • Invitation to all private rehearsals (four total) • All benefits of the Patron Level (Fair Market Value: $120) Patron: $1,500-$2,499 • Season access to the Patron Donor Lounge • Invitation to a Houston Symphony “Insider Event” • All benefits of the Director Level (Fair Market Value: $100) Director: $1,000-$1,499 • One-time access pass to the Patron Donor Lounge • Invitation to an additional private rehearsal (three total) • All benefits of the Principal Level (Fair Market Value: $10)

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THANK YOU TO OUR INSTITUTIONAL PARTNERS The Houston Symphony salutes our corporate, foundation and government partners whose generosity allows the orchestra to reach new heights in music, education and community engagement for Greater Houston and the Gulf Coast Region. For information on becoming a corporate donor, please contact Candace Strauss at (713) 337-8526 or candace.strauss@houstonsymphony. For more information on becoming a foundation or government partner, please contact David Chambers at (713) 337-8525 or david.chambers@houstonsymphony.org.

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Get insights into the evening’s Classical program at these casual talks, held in the main concert hall starting 45 minutes prior to each Classical series concert at Jones Hall. Hear from guest artists, conductors, Houston Symphony musicians and local Classical music experts. Prelude is open to all ticket holders.

Jones Hall is located in the heart of the Houston Theater District, at the corner of Louisiana Street between Texas and Capitol Avenues.

DINING You can dine in the convenient in-lobby Encore Café or at one of the many restaurants that surround Jones Hall, including Perbacco, Sambuca, Birraporetti’s, Bistro Lancaster and more. For a dining guide, see the “Plan Your Visit” section of houstonsymphony.org.

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Jones Hall, 615 Louisiana Street Houston, TX 77002 The Symphony also performs at Sugar Land Baptist Church, Rice University, Miller Outdoor Theatre, The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion and other locations around the community.

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MATTHEW MORRISON FROM TV’S GLEE

MUSIC OF THE BEATLES

Jurassic Park

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OTHER NOT-TO-BE-MISSED SYMPHONY EVENTS The Cosmos—An HD Odyssey • Opening Night with Joshua Bell: Concert & Gala Carmina Burana • Back to the Future—Film With Live Orchestra Home Alone—Film With Live Orchestra • Classic Rock Weekend: Music of Led Zeppelin at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion and Pink Floyd at Jones Hall The Second Installment of 3 Weeks of Beethoven with Andrés Orozco-Estrada

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