Only 2008-2009 season ticket holders can purchase tickets to these special concerts before August 1, 2008. Subscribe today to get the best seats!

Yo-Yo Ma will be reserved for subscriber purchase until April 2009.

Opening Night Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony
Saturday, September 6, 2008, 7:30 pm
With every hearing of Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony we experience concentrated drama, struggle, electricity, and ultimately triumph. In contrast, three brilliant young soloists will pop the cork for the season with the convivial Triple Concerto.
Hans Graf, conductor
Jennifer Koh, violin
Sophie Shao, cello
Jeremy Denk, piano
Beethoven: Concerto for Violin, Cello, Piano and Orchestra, Triple
Beethoven: Symphony No. 5
Complete your evening by attending the Opening Night Gala. Please note: A gala ticket includes your concert ticket for the Opening Night performance, in priority seating. Call (713) 337-8526 to make your reservations.

Music of the Eagles
Friday, November 14, 2008, 7:30 pm
This tribute to one of America’s most beloved bands will combine the Houston Symphony, singer Randy Jackson from Zebra, the power of a full rock band and enhanced lighting effects for an unfor­gettable evening. Hear timeless music that has delighted fans for decades, including “Hotel California,” “Heartache Tonight,” “Desperado” and “New Kid in Town.”

Handel’s Messiah
Hallelujah, It’s Messiah Time!
December 19, 20, 21, 2008
Feed your soul through this transcendent experience of text and music. Hear your favorite choruses and solos from this most beloved choral work of all, a cathedral of music.
Jean-Marie Zeitouni, conductor
Houston Symphony Chorus
Charles Hausmann, director
Handel: Messiah

Bill Cosby
Friday, March 13, 2009, 8 pm
One of the most influential stars in America today, Bill Cosby has captivated audiences for decades with his uncanny ability to point out the humor in our lives and touch our hearts. Don’t miss this night of stand-up comedy with the incomparable Bill Cosby.
Please note that Bill Cosby will appear without the orchestra in the second half of the program.

Yo-Yo Ma
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
 8 pm
“His playing was utterly natural and beautiful...Melodies sang. Bravura passages came effortlessly...thrilling music poured from Ma and theorchestra.” – Charles Ward, The Houston Chronicle
The many-faceted career of Yo-Yo Ma testifies to his search for ways to reach audiences. Whether performing a new concerto, revisiting a familiar work, or exploring non-western cultures, Ma finds connections that stimu­late the imagination. The winner of 14 GRAMMY® Awards, Ma will captivate you with his musical genius and personality.
Hans Graf, conductor
Yo-Yo Ma, cello
Program to include:
Schumann: Cello Concerto
Bloch: Schelomo Hebraic Rhapsody for Cello and Orchestra

Only full 6, 9 or 18-concert subscribers can purchase Yo-Yo Ma before April 2009. Subscribe to get your seats today!