Eric Halen, together with a small group of friends and the tireless support of his family, realized a dream that seemed almost impossible: creating a new chamber music series in Houston. A concert series that prioritized small intimate gatherings where the musicians and audience could truly interact, and where audiences would have the chance to hear beloved favorite works paired with exciting explorations of lesser known but deeply deserving compositions. Over 11 seasons, their dream has flourished into a Houston institution and now, as Eric takes his well deserved retirement from the Houston Symphony, he is taking a triumphant last turn at Musica Tra Amici in a typical program exploring both the works we know and love and some that we will fall in love with.

The small region of Bohemia in central Europe produced some of the most remarkable and unique voices of the Romantic era, imbuing their music with a distinctive national flavor that became celebrated around the world. In this concert, violinists Eric Halen and Boson Mo, pianist Evelyn Chen, and cellist Brinton Averil Smith explore their milieu, with works of Janácek, Smetana and Suk, culminating with Dvorák’s beloved Piano Quintet.

Please join us as we honor Eric Halen for his magnificent career and all he has given the musical community of Houston. A reception with wine and hors d'oeuvres will follow the concert where you will have the chance to personally thank Eric and his wife Angi for all they have given us. Please join us for a special evening of music and friendship.

SUNDAY, MARCH 23 at 7:00 PM

RUNTIME:
90 minutes
Reception to Follow

TICKETS:
General Admission
$35 Regular
$25 Senior (65+)/Student (with ID)
$17 Livestream Access

Can't attend the in-person event? 
Purchase the Livestream/Video-on-Demand Access.

$17 Livestream Access

Livestream will take place at 7 PM CST on Sunday, March 23. The Video-on-Demand will be available no later than Tuesday, March 25 and will be accessable through Sunday, April 6 at midnight.

Please note that each ticket is subject to a $3 service fee at checkout.

GENERAL INFORMATION

*Online sales will end 30 minutes prior to the scheduled curtain time. At this time tickets may be purchased in-person at the box office.

The box office opens 2 hours prior to the performance time for WILL CALL and walkup sales.

All sales are final. No refunds or cancellations available after purchase.

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MATCH Concessions will be open 1 hour prior to event start time. Enjoy a cocktail or a quick snack before the event. For a concessions menu CLICK HERE.

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