A night of sweeping melodies and passionate emotions, this concert features Emily Bruskin Yarbrough (violin) and Julia Bruskin Wunsch (cello) in Brahms’ Concerto for Violin and Cello, a stunning showcase of interplay between the two instruments. The program also includes Tchaikovsky’s Miniature Overture from The Nutcracker and concludes with Rachmaninoff’s lush and deeply expressive Symphony No. 2.
A fun-filled Halloween concert perfect for kids and families! Join the Victoria Symphony for a magical afternoon of music, costumes, and interactive surprises. This year’s special guest is a talented magician who will wow the audience with tricks and treats as the orchestra plays playful, seasonal favorites. Come in costume and enjoy a not-so-spooky celebration of music and imagination!
Celebrate the spirit of football with a symphonic twist! This energetic concert brings the excitement of the NFL to the stage with iconic themes from ESPN and Fox, John Williams’ Wide Receiver, and Robidoux’s Lombardi Trophy Super Bowl Suite. The highlight of the evening is Gullings’ The Gridiron Symphony, a powerful work incorporating a narrator and marching band musicians for a truly immersive experience.
Get ready for a rock-meets-symphony experience with a tribute to The Eagles! Enjoy symphonic renditions of timeless hits like Hotel California, Desperado, Take It Easy, Life in the Fast Lane, and many more, performed with the power and depth of a full orchestra.
Featuring the Victoria Ballet Theatre
Through the Schools | Grades 1-5
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 Theater, 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.
Featuring the Victoria Ballet Theatre
Through the Schools | Grades 1-5
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 Theater, 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.
An evening dedicated to the genius of Ludwig van Beethoven, featuring the dramatic Egmont Overture, the majestic Piano Concerto No. 5 (“Emperor”), and the serene beauty of Symphony No. 6 (“Pastoral”). This program may also feature the 2025 Cliburn Competition winner, adding an exciting element to this classical celebration.
Experience the energy of live music in the heart of downtown! Downtown Rhythms brings the Victoria Symphony outdoors for a lively, free concert featuring a mix of popular favorites and orchestral hits, along with other local schools and community groups. Bring your lawn chairs, grab a bite from local food trucks, and enjoy an evening of music under the Texas sky with family and friends.
Journey through the stars with an awe-inspiring program of space-themed music. Experience the grandeur of Copland’s Fanfare for the Common Man and Appalachian Spring, paired with breathtaking visuals of NASA’s “One Small Step” video. The evening concludes with Holst’s The Planets, an orchestral tour of the solar system, from the ferocity of Mars to the ethereal beauty of Neptune.
