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CARMINA BURANA MARCH 29-31

CIRQUE de la Symphonie APRIL 26-28

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YEFIM BRONFMAN

FRI, SEPT. 21, 8 PM SAT, SEPT. 22, 8 PM SUN, SEPT. 23, 2:30 PM

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A stunning creative outpouring that arose from the tragic death of his young children, Dvořák’s Stabat Mater stands as one of the towering monuments of choral music, a soul-stirring meditation on grief and hope. Be there as Andrés leads the Houston Symphony, Chorus and soloists in this sublime and moving masterpiece, full of tender, luminous beauty that shines forth like a light in darkness.

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There is no other symphony like it. No music can match its drama, power and sheer impact. Dive into an aweinspiring new season as Andrés leads Mahler’s epic saga of life, death and transcendence, a monumental journey that starts in the depths of despair, then channels the combined power of more than 250 musicians for an electrifying finale that shakes the rafters and soars to the heavens above.

Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Houston Symphony Chorus Betsy Cook Weber, director DVOŘÁK Stabat Mater

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THURS, SEPT. 13, 8 PM SAT, SEPT. 15, 8 PM SUN, SEPT. 16, 2:30 PM

Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Nicole Heaston, soprano Kelley O’Connor, mezzo-soprano Houston Symphony Chorus Betsy Cook Weber, director IVES Symphony No. 4, Prelude MAHLER Symphony No. 2, Resurrection

THURS, SEPT. 27, 8 PM SAT, SEPT. 29, 8 PM SUN, SEPT. 30, 2:30 PM

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Dvořák’s Stabat Mater

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Mahler’s Resurrection Symphony

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Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Yefim Bronfman, piano IVES Symphony No. 4, Comedy PROKOFIEV Piano Concerto No. 2 PROKOFIEV Symphony No. 1, Classical SHOSTAKOVICH Symphony No. 9

Showstopping! Indisputably one of the greatest classical musicians in the world today, Grammy® Award-winner Yefim Bronfman returns for Prokofiev’s scintillating concerto, a virtuosic whirlwind absolutely guaranteed to bring down the house. A program of Russian masterworks also spotlights Shostakovich’s spirited, slapstick Ninth and Prokofiev’s effervescent Classical throwback, a showpiece for the Houston Symphony’s virtuosity.

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PERLMAN PLAYS & CONDUCTS THURS, OCT. 18, 8 PM SAT, OCT. 20, 8 PM SUN, OCT. 21, 2:30 PM

Itzhak Perlman, conductor and violin BACH Violin Concerto in A Minor MOZART Symphony No. 40 SCHUMANN Symphony No. 4

It doesn’t get any more must-see than this. Legendary violinist Itzhak Perlman is your conductor and soloist in a program of musical delights, including Bach’s crowd-pleasing concerto and Schumann’s rhythmic and rustic Fourth Symphony. To top it off, hear one of the most beloved symphonies ever composed in Mozart’s ingenious Symphony No. 40.

Margaret Alkek Williams, Underwriter ITZHAK PERLMAN

Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto Fabien Gabel, conductor Karen Gomyo, violin HERRMANN Vertigo Suite TCHAIKOVSKY Violin Concerto KORNGOLD Suite from The Sea Hawk TCHAIKOVSKY The Tempest

A Mozart & Brahms Thanksgiving

FRI, OCT. 26, 8 PM SAT, OCT. 27, 8 PM SUN, OCT. 28, 2:30 PM

Its hair-raising technical demands were deemed “unplayable” when first composed—but Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto has gone on to become one of the best known and best loved in the repertoire. You’re in good hands with Karen Gomyo, “an artist of rare musical command” (Chicago Tribune). Plus, enjoy the cinematic sweep of music from Hitchcock’s Vertigo.

The Seven Deadly Sins

STORM LARGE

FRI, NOV. 2, 8 PM SAT, NOV. 3, 8 PM SUN, NOV. 4, 2:30 PM

Bramwell Tovey, conductor Storm Large, vocalist (Anna) Hudson Shad, vocalists (The Family) R. STRAUSS “Dance of the Seven Veils” from Salome SCRIABIN The Poem of Ecstasy WEILL The Seven Deadly Sins

Meet Anna I. Meet Anna II. They’re two sides of the same person—and they’re about to take you on one wild ride.

From the storied team of Kurt Weill and Bertolt Brecht comes the tale of two personas (one sensible, one sultry) on a seven-city search for the American dream. Storm Large has earned rave reviews playing Anna all across the country, and now brings her signature role to Houston.

Part parody. Part poetry. All riveting.

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David Danzmayr, conductor Inon Barnatan, piano SUPPÉ Overture to The Beautiful Galatea MOZART Piano Concerto No. 22 BRAHMS Symphony No. 4

FRI, NOV. 23, 8 PM SAT, NOV. 24, 8 PM SUN, NOV. 25, 2:30 PM

How glorious it is to behold pure genius at its prime in Mozart’s late, great Piano Concerto No. 22, written during an astoundingly prolific stretch in which the music poured forth as if fully formed. Then, peer through a dazzling kaleidoscope of color with Brahms’ radiant final symphony. It’s a program of musical delights, this Thanksgiving with the Houston Symphony.

Ohlsson Plays Beethoven THURS, NOV. 29, 8 PM SAT, DEC. 1, 8 PM SUN, DEC. 2, 2:30 PM

Edo de Waart, conductor Garrick Ohlsson, piano BEETHOVEN Piano Concerto No. 3 ELGAR Symphony No. 1

Beethoven’s soulful and sparkling Piano Concerto No. 3 gets the superstar treatment from legendary pianist Garrick Ohlsson, whose virtuosic artistry yields “a sound so lush it almost glistens” (Seattle Times). Then, immerse yourself in the soaring musical world of Sir Edward Elgar as renowned conductor Edo de Waart—a master of grand-scale symphonies—leads the composer’s lavish, heartfelt First.

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Filled with radiant warmth and dazzling flights into the stratosphere, Korngold’s Violin Concerto is one of the most treasured in the repertoire. In the hands of Latvian star Baiba Skride, “a passionate, heart-on-sleeve player” (The Guardian), it promises to be nothing short of extraordinary. This dynamic program ends with Ravel’s fiery showstopper, a hair-raising whirlwind that evokes old-world elegance waltzing on the brink of oblivion.

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Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Baiba Skride, violin IVES Symphony No. 4, Fugue KORNGOLD Violin Concerto STRAVINSKY Symphony in

Three Movements RAVEL La valse

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Eschenbach, Mahler and the Houston Symphony. It’s a combination that made the world take note, and you’ll hear why when the beloved former Music Director returns for Mahler’s extraordinary farewell symphony, an all-encompassing musical drama that ends with a breathtaking descent into rapt silence. Called “pure, euphoric poetry” (Los Angeles Times), Salonen’s Violin Concerto is performed by the violinist who inspired it: the fiery and fearless Leila Josefowicz.

Debussy’s La mer

Ravel’s La valse THURS, JAN. 24, 8 PM SAT, JAN. 26, 8 PM SUN, JAN. 27, 2:30 PM

Christoph Eschenbach, conductor Leila Josefowicz, violin ESA-PEKKA SALONEN Violin Concerto MAHLER Symphony No. 9

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Saucy as the city streets, majestic as a city skyline, Rhapsody in Blue’s iconic opening and unforgettable melodies make it one of the most enduringly popular works in all of classical music.

Hear the original jazz band version, alongside Ravel’s bluesy, dreamy Concerto in G as the phenomenal Jeffrey Kahane plays and conducts this program of symphonic gems with a French twist and a Jazz Age flair. There’s no better way to ring in the New Year!

Eschenbach and Josefowicz

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FRI, JAN. 4, 8 PM SAT, JAN. 5, 8 PM SUN, JAN. 6, 2:30 PM

Jeffrey Kahane, conductor and piano RAVEL Piano Concerto in G TIMO ANDRES Paraphrase on Themes of Brian Eno MILHAUD La création du monde GERSHWIN Rhapsody in Blue

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Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue

SUSAN GRAHAM

FRI, MARCH 8, 8 PM SAT, MARCH 9, 8 PM SUN, MARCH 10, 2:30 PM

Ludovic Morlot, conductor Susan Graham, mezzo-soprano BERLIOZ Overture to Béatrice et Bénedict BERLIOZ Les nuits d’été ROUSSEL Suite from The Spider’s Feast DEBUSSY La mer

As sensuous and bewitching as the sea by which it’s inspired, Debussy’s La mer stands as one of the most stunning achievements in symphonic music.

Acclaimed French conductor Ludovic Morlot returns to interpret this immortal masterpiece, music of majesty, mystery and primordial power. A luminous all-French program spotlights world-renowned mezzo-soprano Susan Graham in Berlioz’ poignant reveries of love and loss, Les nuits d’été.

BELL PLAYS BEETHOVEN FRI, MARCH 15, 8 PM SAT, MARCH 16, 8 PM SUN, MARCH 17, 2:30 PM

Joshua Bell, conductor and violin BEETHOVEN Violin Concerto BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 4

Nine symphonies. Five piano concertos. One perfect violin concerto. A violin lovers’ dream season continues as the incomparable Joshua Bell, hailed as “the greatest American violinist active today” (The Boston Herald), plays and conducts Beethoven’s sublime, supremely beautiful masterpiece. A blockbuster all-Beethoven program ends with the joyous and jovial Fourth Symphony.

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CARMINA BURANA Yaniv Dinur, conductor Houston Symphony Chorus, Betsy Cook Weber, director Brinton Averil Smith, cello D’ALBERT Cello Concerto ORFF Carmina Burana

Bold and bawdy, fiery and visceral, Carmina Burana is one of the most instantlyFRI, MARCH 29, 8 PM recognizable pieces in all SAT, MARCH 30, 8 PM SUN, MARCH 31, 2:30 PM of music. Escape into this intoxicating ode to life, lust and all things earthy, an unforgettable concert experience that thrills with haunting medieval chants, dynamic spectacle and sheer sonic force. Plus, Principal Cellist Brinton Averil Smith takes center stage for d’Albert’s lyrical concerto.

BRINTON AVERIL SMITH

SIMON TRP ESKI

THURS, APRIL 4, 8 PM SAT, APRIL 6, 8 PM SUN, APRIL 7, 2:30 PM

Tchaikovsky & Rachmaninoff

Rachmaninoff’s The Bells

Kazushi Ono, conductor Simon Trp eski, piano SHOSTAKOVICH Suite fromThe Age of Gold RACHMANINOFF Piano Concerto No. 4 TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No. 3, Polish

Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Javier Perianes, piano Houston Symphony Chamber Chorus Betsy Cook Weber, director IVES Symphony No. 4, Finale SAINT-SAËNS Piano Concerto No. 5, Egyptian RACHMANINOFF The Bells

JAVIER PERIANES

THURS, MAY 9, 8 PM SAT, MAY 11, 8 PM SUN, MAY 12, 2:30 PM

Opulent and unabashedly beautiful, Rachmaninoff’s piano music speaks straight to the heart. Pianist extraordinaire Simon Trp eski shines in the composer’s shimmering final concerto. Composed during a carefree summer in the Russian countryside, Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 3 features some of his sunniest and most delightful music.

Jingling sleigh bells, reverent wedding bells, thunderous alarm bells and mournful iron bells—these are the sonic atmospheres traversed in Rachmaninoff’s spectacular choral symphony, which draws its text from the poetry of Edgar Allan Poe. Plus, Spanish sensation Javier Perianes dazzles in SaintSaëns’ sensuous and exotic Egyptian concerto.

Beethoven’s Eroica

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FRI, MAY 3, 8 PM SAT, MAY 4, 8 PM SUN, MAY 5, 2:30 PM

Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor Leticia Moreno, violin JIMMY LÓPEZ Aurora, for Solo Violin and Orchestra (Houston Symphony commission, world premiere) BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 3, Eroica

Heroic. Ferocious. Groundbreaking. Hear the symphony that changed it all as Andrés conducts Beethoven’s Eroica, a staggering musical vision too powerful to be contained.

A monumental weekend also features the grand unveiling of Composer-in-Residence Jimmy López’ Violin Concerto, a stunning feast for the senses that combines light displays with musical luminescence to immerse you in the breathtaking beauty of the Northern Lights.

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SOUND + VISION PROGRAMS

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BLUEBEARD’S CASTLE

MARGARET ALKEK WILLIAMS

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Our “Margaret Alkek Williams Sound + Vision” programs provide an enhanced concert experience by featuring surtitles, lighting, video, dance and/or use of in-hall screens, among other visual aesthetics. The programs are intended to bring more clarity and help tell the stories of the music being performed. We hope you will join us for these special performances.

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Visit houstonsymphony.org for more information on these concerts.

A sinister castle, shrouded in darkness.

Inside, seven doors hold seven shocking secrets. In time, all will be revealed…

The “Margaret Alkek Williams Sound + Vision” concerts are supported in part by The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts. Video enhancements for Houston Symphony concerts are made possible through a grant from the Albert and Ethel Herzstein Charitable Foundation. These donors’ generous investment allows the Houston Symphony to present industry-leading multimedia projects, and enhances the concert visually to provide new experiences, insight and enjoyment for audiences.

Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor

Michelle DeYoung,

mezzo-soprano (Judith)

Matthias Goerne,

baritone (Bluebeard) BARTÓK Bluebeard’s Castle

MICHELLE DEYOUNG

Prepare for an extraordinary concert experience as the 2018–19 Classical season closes with a complete semi-staged performance of Bartók’s riveting psychological thriller, in which a young bride slowly discovers the MATTHIAS GOERNE gruesome depths of her husband’s dark secrets. A THURS, MAY 16, 8 PM dream cast featuring two of FRI, MAY 17, 8 PM the world’s most soughtafter opera stars joins Andrés Orozco-Estrada and the Houston Symphony for the must-see event of the season.

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Viva Las Vegas Steven Reineke, conductor Frankie Moreno, vocalist

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FRI, AUG. 31, 8 PM SAT, SEPT. 1, 8 PM SUN, SEPT. 2, 7:30 PM

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Roll the dice, shuffle the deck and throw on your most glamorous attire—we’re heading to Vegas, baby! No airfare required and everyone’s a winner as Vegas headliner Frankie Moreno brings the hottest show on the Strip straight to you.

You’ll hear hits of Chuck Berry, The Beatles, Frank Sinatra, and, of course, Elvis!

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The Music of ABBA FRI, OCT. 5, 8 PM SAT, OCT. 6, 8 PM SUN, OCT. 7, 7:30 PM

Steven Reineke, conductor Rajaton, vocal ensemble

Dance, jive and have the time of your life as international vocal phenomenon Rajaton and the Houston Symphony bring you the greatest hits from ABBA’s incredible catalog. You know them, you love them: “Dancing Queen,” “Mamma Mia,” “S.O.S.” and so many more.

An American in Paris – Film with Live Orchestra FRI, NOV. 9, 8 PM SAT, NOV. 10, 8 PM SUN, NOV. 11, 7:30 PM

Constantine Kitsopoulos, conductor

S’Wonderful! Fall in love with the beauty of Paris and the magic of Gershwin’s music as this 1951 classic film starring Gene Kelly and Leslie Caron comes to the big screen at Jones Hall, with live soundtrack by the Houston Symphony.

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Very Merry Pops Steven Reineke, conductor Ali Ewoldt, vocalist Houston Symphony Chorus Betsy Cook Weber, director

Sleigh bells ring and jingle bells chime as the Houston Symphony’s beloved holiday spectacular returns! Gather with family and friends in a cozy winter wonderland for a sparkling celebration filled to the brim with traditional carols, festive favorites and heartwarming cheer. The fabulous Ali Ewoldt, who currently stars as Christine in Broadway’s The Phantom of the Opera, joins in the fun, performing unforgettable renditions of your favorite holiday classics.

FRI, DEC. 7, 8 PM SAT, DEC. 8, 8 PM SUN, DEC. 9, 2:30 PM SUN, DEC. 9, 7:30 PM

The Ella Fitzgerald Songbook FRI, FEB. 15, 8 PM SAT, FEB. 16, 8 PM SUN, FEB. 17, 7:30 PM

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Steven Reineke, conductor Montego Glover, vocalist Capathia Jenkins, vocalist N’Kenge, vocalist

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with vintage Ella standards that never go out of style—romantic songs like “Our Love is Here to Stay” and “Come Rain or Come Shine”—sung with pitch-perfect verve by Broadway’s Capathia Jenkins, Montego Glover and N’Kenge.

Totally ‘80s Stuart Chafetz, conductor Aaron Finley, vocalist Nicole Parker, vocalist

Break out those Members Only jackets, stirrup pants and shoulder pads and hold on to NICOLE PARKER your hairspray—we’re going FRI, JAN. 11, 8 PM Totally ‘80s! Nicole Parker (Mad SAT, JAN. 12, 8 PM TV, Broadway’s Wicked) and SUN, JAN. 13, 7:30 PM Aaron Finley (Broadway’s Kinky Boots, Rock of Ages), bring you the chart-topping hits of Sting, Elton John, Cyndi Lauper and more.

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Star Wars: A New Hope— In Concert Steven Reineke, conductor

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FRI, MARCH 22, 8 PM SAT, MARCH 23, 8 PM SUN, MARCH 24, 7:30 PM

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A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away…

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For the first time ever in Houston, experience Star Wars like never before as A New Hope comes to the big screen at Jones Hall, complete with John Williams’ epic, unforgettable score played live by the Houston Symphony.

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Presentation licensed by Disney Concerts in association with 20th Century Fox, Lucasfilm Ltd.,and Warner /Chappell Music. ©2018 & TM LUCASFILM LTD. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED © DISNEY

Cirque de la Symphonie Michael Krajewski, conductor Cirque de la Symphonie, artists

The breathtaking, gravitydefying artists of Cirque drop MICHAEL KRAJEWSKI into Jones Hall for an evening FRI, APRIL 26, 8 PM of high-flying excitement and SAT, APRIL 27, 8 PM SUN, APRIL 28, 2:30 PM* incredible music. Be dazzled by world-class acrobats, aerial flyers, contortionists, strongmen, jugglers and more.

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Song and Dance: The Best of Broadway FRI, MAY 24, 8 PM SAT, MAY 25, 8 PM SUN, MAY 26, 7:30 PM

Steven Reineke, conductor Houston Symphony Chorus Betsy Cook Weber, director

Experience iconic moments from musical theater— everything from beloved overtures and dream ballets to electrifying “full company” renditions featuring the Houston Symphony Chorus—in this blockbuster POPS Season finale. Featuring music of Rodgers and Hammerstein, Leonard Bernstein, Jule Styne and more!

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SAT, OCT. 6, 10 AM AND 11:30 AM

Peter and the Wolf

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Experience one of the most beloved children’s tales of all time in Prokofiev’s enchanting Peter and the Wolf, in which the courageous Peter and his animal friends outwit the fearsome Wolf. Plus, “Be Prepared” with your mightiest lion’s roar as the Houston Symphony plays popular songs from Disney’s The Lion King—“Hakuna Matata,” “The Circle of Life” and more!

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Wild, Wild West Robert Franz, conductor

Grab your spurs and trusty steed, lil’ pardners—we’re gallopin’ back to the days of covered wagons and Wild West adventure! Do a do-si-do through Copland’s “Hoedown” and hold tight to the reins for Rossini’s William Tell Overture. Plus, hear fun favorites from Toy Story 2, Oklahoma! and more, and encounter a few special surprises on the western frontier. Yee Haw! SAT, DEC. 8, 10 AM AND 11:30 AM

A Polar Express Christmas Robert Franz, conductor

All aboard! Find your compartment and get ready for a magical journey to the North Pole on The Polar Express.

Featuring the original storybook images projected on the big screen, this timeless tale of a boy who believes will have your young ones waiting for the sound of Santa’s sleigh! Plus, enjoy festive favorites like “Frosty the Snowman” and “Let it Snow” and lift your voices in a holiday sing-along.

ROBERT FRANZ Associate Conductor

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Once Upon a Time Robert Franz, conductor

Wave your magic wand and enter an enchanted land of glass slippers, mysterious witches and fairy godmothers as your favorite fairy tales come to life through music and dance! Ballet dancers will dazzle the senses as the Houston Symphony performs the treasured music from Tchaikovsky’s Sleeping Beauty, Prokofiev’s Cinderella, Stravinsky’s Firebird and more. Whether you get there by car, carriage or magic pumpkin, you won’t want to miss it!

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Opening Night with Yuja Wang Gustavo Gimeno, conductor Yuja Wang, piano RAVEL Alborado del gracioso RAVEL Concerto for the Left Hand BARBER Overture to The School for Scandal PROKOFIEV Excerpts from Romeo and Juliet GUSTAVO GIMENO

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“She is, quite simply, the most dazzling, uncannily gifted pianist in the concert world today” (San Francisco Chronicle). Be part of the glamour of opening night as the one-and-only Yuja Wang brings her extraordinary artistry and trademark panache to Ravel’s virtuosic concerto and sparkling showstoppers for solo piano. A night of musical magic ends in Prokofiev’s vibrant, impassioned rendering of Shakespeare’s star-crossed lovers.

“[Yuja Wang] eats the world’s greatest keyboard challenges for breakfast with one hand tied behind her back.”

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Handel’s Messiah

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FRI, DEC. 21, 8 PM SAT, DEC. 22, 8 PM SUN, DEC. 23, 2:30 PM

This Christmas, be moved by Handel’s ever-glorious setting of the greatest story ever told.

The Houston Symphony, chorus and guest soloists join forces to fill Jones Hall with joyous refrains and exultant arias, including the powerful “Hallelujah” Chorus.

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JANE GLOVER

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Jane Glover, conductor Houston Symphony Chorus Betsy Cook Weber, director HANDEL Messiah

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© 1990 Twentieth Century Fox FRI, DEC. 14, 7:30 PM

Home Alone— Film with Live Orchestra Constantine Kitsopoulos, conductor High School for the Performing and Visual Arts Chorale Patricia Bonner, Shannon Carter and Julia Hall, directors

A true holiday favorite, this beloved comedy classic features renowned composer John Williams’ charming and delightful score performed live to picture by the Houston Symphony. 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.

Hilarious and heart-warming, Home Alone is holiday fun for the entire family!

© 1990 Twentieth Century Fox

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FRI, JUNE 15, 7:30 PM SAT, JUNE 16, 7:30 PM SUN, JUNE 17, 2:30 PM

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban™ In Concert Houston Symphony Chorus Betsy Cook Weber, director

The Harry Potter™ phenomenon continues with the third film of the series, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban™. The Houston Symphony will perform every note from John Williams’ sensational score while audiences relive the magic of the film projected in high definition on the big screen. From the moment Harry uses the Marauder’s Map to when the Patronus Charm bursts from his wand, you’ll be transported back into the world you love.

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SAT, JULY 14, 7:30 PM

The Music of George Michael Brent Havens, conductor

Relive all your favorite George Michael hits when the Houston Symphony pays tribute to an artist who was gone too soon. From “Faith” and “Careless Whisper” to “One More Try” and “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go,” you’ll be singing along in your seat.

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Steven Reineke, conductor Houston Symphony Chorus Betsy Cook Weber, director

Apollo 13 is a trademark and copyright of Universal Studios. Licensed by Universal Studios Licensing LLC. All Rights Reserved.

SUMMER

Get ready, Space City! The world premiere performance of Apollo 13 with live soundtrack fittingly takes place right here in Houston as the complete film starring Tom Hanks, Kevin Bacon and Bill Paxton is projected on the big screen at Jones Hall, with James Horner’s Oscar®-nominated score performed live by the Houston Symphony. Relive the incredible story of one of the most thrilling and suspenseful space missions in history like never before in what promises to be an emotional and truly unforgettable concert event.

SPECIALS

“Failure is not an option…”

FREE

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SUMMER NEIGHBORHOOD CONCERTS THROUGHOUT THE HOUSTON AREA

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SUMMER SYMPHONY NIGHTS AT MILLER OUTDOOR THEATRE

Join the Houston Symphony for a FREE concert this summer.

Visit houstonsymphony.org for dates and times.

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EDUCATION and COMMUNITY The Houston Symphony is committed to increasing the quality of life in Houston through music education and community engagement programs. These programs will serve more than 100,000 Houstonians of all ages and backgrounds during the 2018-19 season.

TEACHERS AND STUDENTS From early childhood to high school and beyond, the Houston Symphony’s education programs are designed to nurture a life-long love of music.

COMMUNITY AND SOCIAL IMPACT Houston Symphony musicians can be found throughout Greater Houston inspiring people through the power of music. The Houston Symphony partners with a variety of social service agencies, senior centers and hospitals to enrich lives, empower individuals and bridge diverse communities through music.

YOUNG MUSICIANS The Houston Symphony is a resource to help young musicians at all levels in the pursuit of music-making.

Visit houstonsymphony.org/community to find out how you can be involved.

SERGEI GALPERIN Violin

RAINEL JOUBERT Community-Embedded Musician

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ANTHONY PARCE Community-Embedded Musician

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THE HOUSTON SYMPHONY in Your Community The Houston Symphony remains committed to expanding and enhancing our reach and impact throughout Houston’s diverse community. We hope you will join us for events this season, many of which are FREE to the public. Visit houstonsymphony.org for more information.

Education and Community Engagement Supporters PRINCIPAL CORPORATE GUARANTOR - $250,000+ John & Lindy Rydman/ Spec’s Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods/ Spec’s Charitable Foundation

GUARANTOR - $100,000+ BBVA Compass Ms. Marie Taylor Bosarge City of Houston through the Miller Theatre Advisory Board Houston Endowment Houston Symphony Endowment Mr. John N. Neighbors

UNDERWRITER - $50,000+ Chevron The Elkins Foundation ENGIE Exxon Mobil Corporation The Hearst Foundations, Inc. League of American Orchestras’ Futures Fund Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo The John P. McGovern Foundation The Robert & Janice McNair Foundation Occidental Petroleum Corporation Mr. & Mrs. William K. Robbins Jr./ The Robbins Foundation Shell Oil Company

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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 Spec’s Charitable Foundation Salute to Educators Concert Fund The Brown Foundation’s Miller Outdoor Theatre Fund in honor of Hanni & Stewart Orton The William Randolph Hearst Endowed Fund for Education Programs Lawrence E. Carlton, M.D. Endowment Fund for Youth Programs Richard P. Garmany Fund for Houston Symphony League Concerto Competition Houston Symphony Ima Hogg Competition Endowed Fund Selma S. Neumann Fund

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DONOR BENEFITS

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GIVING LEVELS LEADERSHIP CIRCLE Annual support of $25,000 and above This distinguished group of supporters receives customized benefits and recognition tailored to their annual support. These generous donors play a crucial role in the Symphony’s success, designating their support to concerts, special projects or educational activities, or as unrestricted gifts.

CONDUCTOR’S CIRCLE Annual support of $5,000 - $24,999 This dedicated group of supporters receives benefits such as premier reserved donor seating, Green Room access and complimentary valet parking for all Houston Symphony Classical, POPS and special concerts at Jones Hall.

FRIENDS OF THE HOUSTON SYMPHONY Annual support of $50 to $4,999 Help to ensure the Houston Symphony continues to provide outstanding musical experiences all season long. Donors at this level receive a variety of benefits, including year-round access to the Patron Donor Lounge for contributions of $1,500 and above.

SPONSORSHIPS

Contact the individuals below to learn more about making your gift to the Houston Symphony.

Mary Beth Mosley Interim Co-Chief Development Officer Director, Institutional Giving & Stewardship 713-337-8521 marybeth.mosley@houstonsymphony.org Molly Simpson Interim Co-Chief Development Officer Director, Individual Giving and Major Gifts 713-337-8526 molly.simpson@houstonsymphony.org Patrick Quinn Director, Planned Giving 713-337-8532 patrick.quinn@houstonsymphony.org Tim Dillow Director, Special Events 713-337-8538 timothy.dillow@houstonsymphony.org Leticia Konigsberg Director, Corporate Relations 713-337-8522 leticia.konigsberg@houstonsymphony.org Michael Arlen Associate Director, Individual Giving and Major Gifts 713-337-8529 michael.arlen@houstonsymphony.org Christina Trunzo Associate Director, Foundations and Government Grants 713-337-8530 christina.trunzo@houstonsymphony.org

CONCERT SPONSORSHIP Annual support of $10,000 Annual support of $10,000 or more gives you the opportunity to sponsor a Houston Symphony concert!

Sponsors are recognized prominently for their generous giving and support of the Symphony.

MUSICIAN SPONSOR PROGRAM Annual support of $7,500 and above Sponsor a Houston Symphony musician! In addition to personal interactions with your musician, donors will be invited to an exclusive musician sponsor luncheon.

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Broadway stars Jeremy Jordan and Betsy Wolfe with Janet Clark, President, Houston Symphony Society, Board of Trustees, and Janet Bering.

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MAKE YOUR LEGACY YOUR HOUSTON SYMPHONY Legacy gifts help secure the future of the Houston Symphony and allow donors to express their personal values in a highly meaningful way by taking into account philanthropic, financial and family goals. There are a variety of ways to make a legacy gift, all of which help secure the future of this great orchestral institution.

A legacy gift may provide you and your family with tax and estate benefits that meet your needs.

Examples include naming the Houston Symphony Endowment as a beneficiary in a will or trust, a life insurance policy, or a qualified retirement plan.

For more information regarding this significant way of giving to the Houston Symphony, visit: houstonsymphony.planmylegacy.org.

YUJA WANG, piano

OPENING NIGHT

Concert & Gala SEPTEMBER 8, 2018 This spectacular evening begins with a champagne reception at The Corinthian. Guests are then transported to Jones Hall for the Opening Night Concert, featuring Yuja Wang and guest conductor Gustavo Gimeno.

Following the concert, the celebration at The Corinthian continues with a gourmet dinner by Jackson and Company, music and dancing.

See page 16 for concert information.

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SYMPHONY STORE AND GUEST ARTIST CD SIGNINGS Located in the lobby of Jones Hall, the Houston Symphony Store features Houston Symphony recordings and DVDs, books, music-themed merchandise and much more. Patrons also have the opportunity to purchase guest artist CDs at the store, and have them personally signed by the guest artist when applicable.

IN-HALL DINING The Encore Café offers a selection of food and drink options before performances and during intermission. In addition, several full-service bars are located throughout Jones Hall. Food and drinks are available when the hall opens one hour before each concert.

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SEPTEMBER 27, 29-30, 2018 Dvořák’s Stabat Mater Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor

NOVEMBER 2-4, 2018 The Seven Deadly Sins Bramwell Tovey, conductor

NOVEMBER 29, DECEMBER 1-2, 2018 Ohlsson Plays Beethoven Edo de Waart, conductor

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NOVEMBER 2-4, 2018 The Seven Deadly Sins Bramwell Tovey, conductor

NOVEMBER 23-25, 2018 A Mozart & Brahms Thanksgiving David Danzmayr, conductor

JANUARY 4-6, 2019 Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue Jeffrey Kahane, conductor and piano

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Ludovic Morlot, conductor

9-Concert Spectrum Package Thursday, 8:00 pm; Saturday, 8:00 pm; Sunday, 2:30 pm SEPTEMBER 13, 15-16, 2018 Mahler’s Resurrection Symphony Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor

SEPTEMBER 27, 29-30, 2018 Dvořák’s Stabat Mater Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor

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Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor

FEBRUARY 28, MARCH 2-3, 2019 Eschenbach and Josefowicz

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Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor NOTE: Thursday and Sunday subscribers attend Thursday performance. Saturday subscribers attend Friday performance.

Itzhak Perlman, conductor and violin

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6-Concert Classical Packages Frost Bank Gold Classics Package Thursday, 8:00 pm; Saturday, 8:00 pm; Sunday, 2:30 pm SEPTEMBER 13, 15-16, 2018 Mahler’s Resurrection Symphony Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor

OCTOBER 18, 20-21, 2018 Perlman Plays & Conducts

NOV. 29, DEC. 1-2, 2018 Ohlsson Plays Beethoven

APRIL 4, 6-7, 2019 Tchaikovsky & Rachmaninoff

Edo de Waart, conductor

Kazushi Ono, conductor

JANUARY 24, 26-27, 2019 Ravel’s La valse

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Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor

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JANUARY 4-6, 2019 Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue

MARCH 29-31, 2019 Carmina Burana

Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor

Jeffrey Kahane, conductor

Yaniv Dinur, conductor

NOVEMBER 2-4, 2018 The Seven Deadly Sins

MARCH 8-10, 2019 Debussy’s La mer

MAY 3-5, 2019 Beethoven’s Eroica

Bramwell Tovey, conductor

Ludovic Morlot, conductor

Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor

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POPS Series Concert Packages 9-Concert POPS Package Friday, 8:00 pm; Saturday, 8:00 pm; Sunday, 7:30 pm Packages from $25 per concert AUG. 31, SEPT. 1-2, 2018 Viva Las Vegas

FEBRUARY 15-17, 2019 The Ella Fitzgerald Songbook

Steven Reineke, conductor

Steven Reineke, conductor

OCTOBER 5-7, 2018 The Music of ABBA

MARCH 22-24, 2019 Star Wars: A New Hope— In Concert

Steven Reineke, conductor

NOVEMBER 9-11, 2018 An American in Paris Film with Live Orchestra

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DECEMBER 7-9, 2018 Very Merry Pops

MAY 24-26, 2019 Song and Dance: The Best of Broadway

JANUARY 11-13, 2019 Totally ‘80s

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Steven Reineke, conductor

Constantine Kitsopoulos, conductor

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6-Concert POPS Package Friday, 8:00 pm; Saturday, 8:00 pm; Sunday, 7:30 pm Packages from $26 per concert OCTOBER 5-7, 2018 The Music of ABBA

FEBRUARY 15-17, 2019 The Ella Fitzgerald Songbook

Steven Reineke, conductor

Steven Reineke, conductor

NOVEMBER 9-11, 2018 An American in Paris Film with Live Orchestra

MARCH 22-24, 2019 Star Wars: A New Hope— In Concert

Constantine Kitsopoulos, conductor

Steven Reineke, conductor

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FEBRUARY 16, 2019 Wild, Wild West

Robert Franz, conductor

Robert Franz, conductor

DECEMBER 8, 2018 A Polar Express Christmas

APRIL 27, 2019 Once Upon a Time

Robert Franz, conductor

Robert Franz, conductor

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ROBIN KESSELMAN principal double bass

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Add-On Pricing 2018-19 subscribers unlock presale access to concerts outside their series. Plus, enjoy a discount on additional Classical, POPS and BBVA Compass Family concerts.

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75

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39

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JULY 14, 2018 The Music of George Michael

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52

39

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JULY 21, 2018 Apollo 13— Film with Live Orchestra

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85

70

55

39

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2018 Opening Night with Yuja Wang

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109

89

69

49

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DECEMBER 14, 2018 Home Alone Film with Live Orchestra

$109

89

75

55

39

29

DECEMBER 21-23, 2018 Handel’s Messiah

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99

80

62

43

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PRICE LEVEL PREM

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PL3

PL4

PL5

PL6

Classical Series Concerts (pages 5-9)

$112.75

89.35

71.35

51.55

37.15

22.75

POPS Series Concerts (pages 11-13)

$134.35

110.05

85.75

65.05

44.35

26.35

BBVA Compass Family Series Concerts (page 15)

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Child—$24.55

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JUDITH DINES flute

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Performance Calendar All performances are held at Jones Hall.

June

November

JUNE 15-17, 2018 Harry Potter and The Prisoner of AzkabanTM In Concert

NOVEMBER 2-4, 2018 The Seven Deadly Sins

Constantine Kitsopoulos, conductor

July JULY 14, 2018 The Music of George Michael Brent Havens, conductor

JULY 21, 2018 Apollo 13—Film with Live Orchestra

August AUG. 31, SEPT. 1-2, 2018 Viva Las Vegas Steven Reineke, conductor

September SEPTEMBER 8, 2018 Opening Night with Yuja Wang Gustavo Gimeno, conductor

SEPTEMBER 13, 15-16, 2018 Mahler’s Resurrection Symphony Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor

SEPTEMBER 21-23, 2018 Bronfman Plays Prokofiev Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor

SEPTEMBER 27, 29-30, 2018 Dvořák’s Stabat Mater Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor

October OCTOBER 5-7, 2018 The Music of ABBA Steven Reineke, conductor

OCTOBER 6, 2018 Peter and the Wolf Robert Franz, conductor

OCTOBER 18, 20-21, 2018 Perlman Plays and Conducts Itzhak Perlman, conductor and violin

OCTOBER 26-28, 2018 Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto Fabien Gabel, conductor

Bramwell Tovey, conductor

NOVEMBER 9-11, 2018 An American in Paris—Film with Live Orchestra Constantine Kitsopoulos, conductor

NOVEMBER 23-25, 2018 A Mozart & Brahms Thanksgiving David Danzmayr, conductor

NOVEMBER 29, DECEMBER 1-2, 2018 Ohlsson Plays Beethoven Edo de Waart, conductor

December DECEMBER 7-9, 2018 Very Merry Pops Steven Reineke, conductor

DECEMBER 8, 2018 A Polar Express Christmas Robert Franz, conductor

DECEMBER 14, 2018 Home Alone— Film with Live Orchestra Constantine Kitsopoulos, conductor

DECEMBER 21-23, 2018 Handel’s Messiah Jane Glover, conductor

January JANUARY 4-6, 2019 Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue Jeffrey Kahane, conductor and piano

JANUARY 11-13, 2019 Totally ‘80s Stuart Chafetz, conductor

JANUARY 24, 26-27, 2019 Ravel’s La valse Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor

February FEBRUARY 15-17, 2019 The Ella Fitzgerald Songbook Steven Reineke, conductor

n CLASSICAL n POPS n BBVA COMPASS FAMILY n SEASON SPECIAL n SUMMER SPECIAL

FEBRUARY 16, 2019 Wild, Wild West Robert Franz, conductor

FEBRUARY 28, MARCH 2-3, 2019 Eschenbach and Josefowicz Christoph Eschenbach, conductor

March MARCH 8-10, 2019 Debussy’s La mer Ludovic Morlot, conductor

MARCH 15-17, 2019 Bell Plays Beethoven Joshua Bell, conductor and violin

MARCH 22-24, 2019 Star Wars: A New Hope—In Concert Steven Reineke, conductor

MARCH 29-31, 2019 Carmina Burana Yaniv Dinur, conductor

April APRIL 4, 6-7, 2019 Tchaikovsky & Rachmaninoff Kazushi Ono, conductor

APRIL 26-28, 2019 Cirque de la Symphonie Michael Krajewski, conductor

APRIL 27, 2019 Once Upon a Time Robert Franz, conductor

May MAY 3-5, 2019 Beethoven’s Eroica Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor

MAY 9, 11-12, 2019 Rachmaninoff’s The Bells Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor

MAY 16-17, 2019 Bluebeard’s Castle Andrés Orozco-Estrada, conductor

MAY 24-26, 2019 Song and Dance: The Best of Broadway Steven Reineke, conductor

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