Start the New Arts Season With Joy: Beethoven Symphony no. 9
Details
Come hear what may be the greatest symphonic composition ever. Beethoven's 9th Symphony.
Performed by the great Houston Civic Symphony.
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. We can usually hold a few seats so if you come later, join us in the theater.
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
Wikipedia
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.
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After Event:
If anyone has an idea for a place for a drink and chat after the concert please let me know.
