Internationally renowned concert pianist Evelyn Chen joins Musica Tra Amici artistic co-directors Eric Halen and Brinton Averil Smith to perform Beethoven’s legendary Archduke Trio, considered by many to be one of the greatest of all piano trios, and Rachmaninoff’s hauntingly beautiful Trio élégiaque No. 1.Read more
Dance Afrikana’s 3rd Annual Kuumba Festival is a festival of creativity in Black performing arts which celebrates the Kwanzaa season through Kuumba, one of its seven principles. Kuumba is the Kiswahili word for creativity, and its purpose is to leave the community “more beautiful and beneficial than we inherited it.”
The performance showcases dance, music, poetry, theater, fashion, and more to the city of Houston as well as embodies the principle of Kuumba.Read more
Cantos Navideños concert explores the magic of Christmas music and celebrates Latin American diversity and family unity. With her traditional Christmas Concert, singer Inés María Bravo will delight us with Venezuelan and Latin American Christmas carols that remind us of the December customs of our region. Christmas will be filled with the joy and melodious voice of Inés María, who along with outstanding musicians will make us enjoy the extensive Hispanic Christmas musical tradition. It will also feature the incredible drawings of the prestigious cartoonist Rayma Suprani. Read more
The sound of handbells ringing Christmas melodies quickens the spirit of the season in an instant. Houston’s premier handbell choir will present holiday fare with virtuosic arrangements designed to inspire, soothe, and excite. For wee ones spying for Santa, for the busy cookie makers, and for our good ol’ grumpy bah humbugs, an hour with Houston Bronze Ensemble will make the rest of your December a little brighter. To add to the fun, we’ve invited our singing friends S.L.E.D. to bring their magical vocals in close-harmony arrangements of some of your favorite Christmas songs. Whether you’re looking for the sacred or secular, an escape from the demands of the time, or a gleeful plunge into holiday revery, Houston Bronze has just the recipe.Read more
Join us for an evening of chamber and vocal music by Arthur Gottschalk, including Six Contrefacts, Sonata for Cello and Piano, Ave Maria!Read more
Join us for a remarkable celebration of one of flamenco music’s most illustrious icons! We invite you to join us for an experience honoring the legendary Sabicas (Agustin Castellón Campos), from the city of Pamplona, Spain. Sabicas, whose passion for music left Spain during the turbulent years of the civil war in pursuit of artistic freedom in Mexico before traveling to New York City. He redefined flamenco guitar. His collaborations with esteemed flamenco dancer Carmen Amaya cemented his status as one of the greatest flamenco guitarists and composers of the 20th century. Through his soul-stirring performances, Sabicas transformed concert halls and theaters, making flamenco accessible to all. Modern players such as Paco de Lucia, Vicente Amigo, Gerardo Nuñez, and many more acknowledge the great influence of Sabicas’s music. Read more
Santa Claus is coming to H-Town! The Houston Pride Band is proud to present Kringle Kapers at 8:00 PM on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at MATCH. That jolly old elf is at it again, bringing holiday cheer to our December festivities. So hop in your sleigh and invite your loved ones as we celebrate Santa’s merry mischief through the magic of music!Read more
Caio Diniz presents five world premieres for cello and piano, drawing inspiration from vibrant folk genres of Northeastern Brazil. Composers Nicky Sohn, Badie Khaleghian, Alex Berko, Jaylin Vinson and Christopher Lowry explore the lesser-known musical styles of Frevo, Maracatú, Baião, Côco de Roda and Armorial.Read more
Villagers in a tiny 17th-century English hamlet gather to celebrate the Winter Solstice and convince a skeptic that magical creatures truly exist. While the villagers perform songs, carols and dances from England’s Renaissance era, they also plead their case by telling traditional folk tales about fairies, elves, hobgoblins and dragons.Read more
Beckoned by the Statue of Liberty, artists of all stripes have sought in America not only refuge from persecution but also the promise of happiness and creative success. This multi-discipline program celebrates composers and artists who have nurtured their talents in the Land of OPPORTUNITY, making this nation more diverse and beautiful. Special guests include Percussionist Jésus Pacheco, with choreography by Mónica Gómez and Estheysis Menendez, along with members of the Houston Ballet.Read more
