Start the New Arts Season With Joy: Beethoven Symphony no. 9

Come hear what may be the greatest symphonic composition ever. Beethoven's 9th Symphony.

Performed by the great Houston Civic Symphony. Joined by Houston Masterworks Chorus and San Jacinto College Choir to sing the wonderful finale, Ode to Joy.

At Houston Christian University. The concert is free to attend.

Event time is one half hour before the program time of 7:30 PM. Seating is not reserved. We will take seats when the doors open leave a comment on our seating location.

I expect a nearly full house so we likely only be able to hold a few seats.

Call or text Tom if you need help. 832-439-5797

Phone is silenced when the program starts

Program:
Edward Elgar
Cockaigne Overture
YouTube
‍Wikipedia

Ludwig van Beethoven
Symphony no. 9 in D minor, op. 125 "Choral"
The symphony will be joined by Houston Masterworks Chorus and San Jacinto College Choir for the final movement, Ode to Joy

YouTube:
Full symphony
Last Movement and Ode to Joy

IMO, this piece is the most stirring pieces of music ever and a highlight of this year not to be missed.

More about the performance:
Civic Symphony Event Page

Parking:
The concert is at the Dunham Theater within Morris Cultural Arts Center. The campus address is 7502 Fondren, Houston. Enter from Fondren or Beechnut.

Google Maps Link for parking

Gathering Place:
Meet in the theater lobby. Look for the event host. Join the group at any time before the program starts at 7:30.

More and More:
If you learn of any free or low cost arts events like this please let me know. There is more to do in Houston than a few people can possibly host.

If you would like to share a favorite cultural event with your Meetup friends, contact Tom about hosting.

Pre Consert Dinner:
Alex V is organizing a pre-concert dinner. See the pinned comment.

After Event:
If anyone has an idea for a place for a drink and chat after the concert please let me know.