Posted on · Major orchestras in America have mostly white musicians, according an industry-wide study. We take a look at how the Symphony is trying to redirect a pattern set by barriers within the industry.
Posted on · Twenty percent of America’s conductors are female, according to an industry-wide survey.
Posted on · Houston Matters previews the annual Star-Spangled Salute concerts from the Houston Symphony at Miller Outdoor Theatre.
Posted on · This weekend, the orchestra presents the U.S. premiere of an interactive program that combines live performance with 3D technology.
Posted on · One of the classical music industry’s highest honors will be awarded to the orchestra
Posted on · As the musicians, and Houstonians, continue to recover from Harvey, the orchestra brings some seasonal fun to audiences.
Posted on · A mini-profile of the orchestra and its new season through the eyes and ears of a music-lover, mom and Houston Symphony executive.
Posted on · (Above: The Houston Symphony’s Star-Spangled Salute at Miller Outdoor Theatre. Photo: Chinh Phan, CatchLightGroup) When you think of the Fourth of July, a few things probably come to mind: parades, hot dogs, fireworks, and John Philip Sousa. Even if you don’t immediately recognize that name, you’d most certainly recognize his famous march The Stars and […]
Posted on · Facing defections from within their own party, Republican leaders in the US Senate decided on Tuesday (June 27, 2017) to delay a vote on their health care bill until after the July 4 recess. While that gives senators more time to weigh their decisions on the bill, it also gives us more time to discuss […]
Posted on · (Above:Michael Krajewski served as the Houston Symphony’s principal pops conductor for 17 years before his final concerts May 26-28, 2017. Photo: Derek Stokely | Houston Public Media)For well over a decade, Michael Krajewski has had an inside joke with Houston audiences: he likes to pump up the crowd and add a little pizzazz to the […]
Posted on · The 85th regular session of the Texas Legislature wrapped up this week with some contention — and even threats of violence. Also, lawmakers passed a $217 billion budget to run the state for the next two year, and Gov. Greg Abbott says he’ll decide sometime this week if he wants to call a special session […]
Posted on · The long-time Principal Pops Conductor reflects on 17 seasons of Houston Symphony Pops.
Posted on · The German conductor talks about his Houston Symphony debut, growing up in a musical family and more.
Posted on · Go backstage with Music Director Andrés Orozco-Estrada and hear some of his personal insights on the Houston Symphony’s next concert.
Posted on · The Grammy-nominated composer and Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright talk about Houston, how they first met, and their ambitious collaboration.