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Houston Symphony

615 Louisiana St, Houston, TX
713-224-4240
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Ranked #4 of 150 attractions in Houston
Type: Symphonies
Most recent review
- 14 May 2013
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paris
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4 reviews 4 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

We have been to four performances in the six months we were in Houston and enjoyed the music from different locations. The orchestra is of high quality and we enjoyed the selection of programs

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Houston, Texas
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27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Just a wonderful experience... though some idiots in the audience have never been to a symphony before... it is not a soccer game! Turn off you damn phone! Next time, I will just get up and complain, and get a different seat... who were these Idiots? They tried to talk all through Bach! They were also rude to those who... More

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Portland, Maine
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189 attraction reviews
71 helpful votes 71 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

The four of us loved the Houston Symphony's Sunday afternoon Christmas concert rendition of Handel's Messiah in Jones Hall. The many musicians and vocalists all performed brilliantly and memorably. Although we were seated far from the orchestra and the choral ensemble, virtually every note and phrasing rang out crisply and clearly. The printed concert guide enhanced our experiences. Waiting in... More

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Kemah, Texas
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

Houston is lucky. The place is never filled to capacity on Sundays, when I have my season ticket. This is OK by me, but I can't figure out why such an asset is wasted. They also let bums in at intermission. Some are sick in the head. This I don't like. But the orchestra has been outstanding. I hope it... More

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Houston, Texas
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29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2013

The Saturday night performance of West Side Story was really fun to attend. The film was remastered and technology allowed dropping out the original orchestra while displaying the action on a big (REALLY big) screen suspended over the large orchestra. Guest pops conductor Steven Reineke and the musicians appeared to be enjoying themselves. It was amazing to experience the well-known... More

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Houston, Texas
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7 reviews 7 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2013

We came here when a friend gave me 2 tickets to a show. We had such a nice time. The food and drink service during intermission was great. The line wasn't too long. They had plenty of seating for you in the lobby area. There was little congestion and it was a great experience for me.

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New England
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32 reviews 32 reviews
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2013

Group sounded fantastic. Jones hall is a little dead acoustically, but the musicians were fabulous. Heard Mahler's 1st Symphony and the Mendelssohn octet.

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Houston, Texas
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7 attraction reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2013

We saw the concert, Houston Symphony Celebrates Louis Armstrong. Trumpet player and singer, Byron Stripling, was awesome as he played and sang a number of Armstrong pieces. The Houston Symphony was incredible as well. It was a great evening for my wife and me.

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Houston
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10 reviews 10 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 January 2013

Every time we go to the Symphony, you will always be amazed by the Musical selections. The acoustics fit the music delivered from classical to pop and so on. The volunteers at this venue are always top notch and willing to help with any special considerations for mobility you may have.

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Houston, Texas
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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2013

Our children play piano and violin so the experience of hearing a full symphony was quite the experience compared to an orchestra. The performance was stellar and their cooperation with school in allowing student rates and school to participate in education speaks to the art community in Houston. The facilities at Jones Hall is old but they are cozy. The... More

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