Come hear an energetic and American overture, the guitar concerto that sparked a pop phenomenon in jazz, hip hop, rock, and more, and the symphony that defied the Russian dictator Joseph Stalin and gave hope to the oppressed Soviet people! A night of happiness, beauty, and hope in one symphonic package!
“Ana and Dmitri” – Ana Vidovic, guitar
Savannah River Holiday Overture by Nelson
Concierto de Aranjuez by Rodrigo
Shostakovich Symphony #5 in d minor op. 47
Adopt a duck and support one of Victoria County’s charitable organizations!
Who doesn’t know “We Will Rock You” or “Bohemian Rhapsody”? Well, if you don’t, you have surely heard of this iconic rock group and we will be presenting an evening of their greatest hits! The music of Queen with the Victoria Symphony Orchestra!!
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Sergei Prokofiev’s classic work for children- a symphonic fairy tale in which each character is represented by a different orchestral instrument- becomes a dazzling theatrical and musical event. In collaboration with Victoria Ballet Theatre, the concert follows Peter as he tries to capture a menacing wolf that threatens orchestra and audience alike. Students will be introduced to the instruments of the orchestra and the Peter and the Wolf characters’ musical themes before they step into Peter’s adventure.
Sergei Prokofiev’s classic work for children- a symphonic fairy tale in which each character is represented by a different orchestral instrument- becomes a dazzling theatrical and musical event. In collaboration with Victoria Ballet Theatre, the concert follows Peter as he tries to capture a menacing wolf that threatens orchestra and audience alike. Students will be introduced to the instruments of the orchestra and the Peter and the Wolf characters’ musical themes before they step into Peter’s adventure.
In celebration of Victoria’s 200th, we have commissioned a photo montage of the history of Victoria by Westwater Arts accompanied by the VSO and a performance of Sibelius’ Second Symphony heralded by many as the modern followup of Beethoven’s monumental symphonies!
“Westwater Arts & Victoria’s 200th”
Prairie Overture by Ward
National Parks Suite by Dvorak
Symphony #2 in D major op. 43 by Sibelius
Annual free-to-the-public concert. Join us downtown at DeLeon Plaza for an unforgettable evening filled with music, food, and community spirit.
With a populist flair, we present American jazz, Romantic piano, festive dances, and one of the most popular pieces every written! It’s a Krazy rhapsodic dance starting in 1812! Join us for this symphonic hits extravaganza!
“The 1812 Overture & the Return of Martin James Bartlett”- Martin James Bartlett, piano
Krazy Kat: A Jazz Pantomime by Carpenter
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini by Rachmoninoff
7 Dances from Le Cid Ballet by Massenet
Overture 1812 op. 49 by Tchaikovsky
In partnership with VISD’s STEM Magnet Middle School, students will explore the science of sound by designing and building their own instruments. Their creativity culminates in a live performance of the Earth Harp – one of the world’s largest stringed instruments – blending innovation, music, and inspiration in an unforgettable concert experience.
