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DECEMBER 9, 2016
DECEMBER 16, 17, 18, 2016
IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE—
HANDEL’S MESSIAH
FILM WITH LIVE ORCHESTRA Justin Freer, conductor Members of the Houston Symphony Chorus Betsy Cook Weber, director
Your holiday just got even more special with Frank Capra’s great American Christmas classic It’s a Wonderful Life. The Houston Symphony and members of the Houston Symphony Chorus are accompanying the extraordinary journey of George Bailey (James Stewart) and his guardian angel with a live performance of Dimitri Tiomkin’s heartwarming score and newly-restored music. Tickets go on sale to the general public beginning July 1.
DECEMBER 11, 2016
ANDREA BOCELLI AT TOYOTA CENTER
Eugene Kohn, conductor Andrea Bocelli, vocalist Houston Symphony Chorus Betsy Cook Weber, director
Andrea Bocelli, who has sold 80 million records and performed countless worldwide tours, returns to the Toyota Center with the Houston Symphony. The Italian tenor brings with him a stunning new production based on his latest album Cinema, which includes epic theme songs from films such as Scent of a Woman, The Godfather, Love Story, Life is Beautiful and many more. This special performance also features Bocelli’s beloved repertoire of soaring arias and crossover hits. Visit houstonsymphony.org for ticket prices and on-sale information.
Stephen Stubbs, conductor Houston Symphony Chorus Betsy Cook Weber, director Handel: Messiah
SEPTEMBER 2, 2016
Celebrate Christmas with Houston’s premier performances of Handel’s Messiah. This timeless classic is brought to life through brilliant Baroque arias and rousing choruses. From “Ev’ry Valley” to the famed “Hallelujah” chorus, Handel’s Messiah is a true Houston Symphony holiday tradition.
AT THE CYNTHIA WOODS MITCHELL PAVILION
Tickets go on sale to the general public beginning July 1.
FEBRUARY 4, 2017
YO-YO MA Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Yo-Yo Ma, cello Program to Include: Dvořák: Cello Concerto
Andrés welcomes superstar cellist Yo-Yo Ma back to the Houston Symphony for Dvořák’s Cello Concerto. One of the world’s most beloved musicians, Yo-Yo Ma has entranced audiences since his performance for Presidents Eisenhower and Kennedy at age seven. After an epic solo concert at the 2015 BBC Proms, one reviewer reflected, “Without doubt, we were in the presence of a great musician, and a great man. One to file in the concerts of a lifetime” (BBC Music Magazine). Secure your VIP ticket including an exclusive post-performance reception with Yo-Yo Ma for $2,500 per person. Limited availability. For further details on VIP tickets, contact Sarah Slemmons, Patron Donor Relations Manager at sarah.slemmons@houstonsymphony.org or (713) 337-8528.
Tickets go on sale to the general public beginning December 19.
THE MUSIC OF THE ROLLING STONES Brent Havens, conductor/arranger Brody Dolynuik, vocalist
Year 2 of our Classic Rock Weekend kicks off at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion with a night dedicated to one of the most iconic rock bands of all time, The Rolling Stones. Frontman Brody Dolyniuk delivers the spirit of Mick Jagger’s signature performances in this high-energy symphonic-rock program. Enjoy the Stones’ #1 hits, such as “Satisfaction,” “Paint It Black,” “Ruby Tuesday,” “Honky Tonk Women,” “Angie” and more. The Houston Symphony’s performances at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion are supported in part by the George P. & Cynthia Mitchell Summer Concerts Fund.
SEPTEMBER 3, 2016
THE MUSIC OF QUEEN AT JONES HALL
Brent Havens, conductor/arranger Brody Dolynuik, vocalist
The 70s are alive and well as the Houston Symphony celebrates the genius of Freddie Mercury in this electric symphonic-rock tribute to Queen. Enjoy all the classics of this incredible “Bohemian Rhapsody,” complete with Brody Dolynuik’s soaring vocals, full rock band and live orchestra. Tickets go on sale to the general public beginning April 8. 16