concert
Beatles vs. Stones – A Musical Showdown
Zilkha Hall at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts 800 Bagby Street Ste. 300, HoustonTwo of the greatest bands of all time face off in a high-energy, adrenaline-pumping musical showdown. The Fab Four, represented by tribute band Abbey Road will engage in a barrage of hits against premier Rolling Stones tribute band Satisfaction. It’s a face-off you won’t want to miss! All ages. Direct link: http://www.thehobbycenter.org/?q=node/2263 Facebook link: https://www.facebook.com/events/1965165737129807/ …
Between the Lines
First Congregational Church 10840 Beinhorn, Houston, TX, United StatesListen between the lines as the Musiqa Saxophone Quartet performs works that blur the divides between classical, jazz, and folk. The saxophone’s unmistakable timbre and expansive range have allowed the instrument to tiptoe genre lines effortlessly. Between the Lines features music— including Catherine Likhuta’s, groovy and syncopated “Hard to Argue” — that p¬ushes boundaries while …
Traces of Blue
MATCH - Midtown Arts & Theater Center Houston 3400 Main St, Houston, TX, United StatesCelebrated abstract painter Robert Motherwell once stated “art is an experience, not an object.” Experience an evening of dynamic works that explore color, texture, and motion in music, featuring the world premiere of a piano trio by Karim Al-Zand’s, commissioned by Musiqa. Gaze into the creative process as celebrated Houston artist Geraldina Interiano Wise creates …
Reel Forces
MATCH - Midtown Arts & Theater Center Houston 3400 Main St, Houston, TX, United StatesKick-off Oscars weekend with an evening of the meta, the miniscule, and the far-reaching as Musiqa celebrates experimental film and live music. “Reel Forces” examines the traces of humanity, memory, and conflict through “Beyond Zero: 1914-1918,” a moving and mesmerizing film of rare WWI archival footage by auteur-director Bill Morrison, and scored for string quartet …
Counting Up
First Congregational Church 10840 Beinhorn, Houston, TX, United StatesWatch and listen as we build an ensemble one player at a time. In this mixtape of music of our time, encounter a world of works by emerging and established composers from Australia and Argentina to China and the United States. This program features a young artist ensemble, showcasing emerging talent in Houston, including a …
Mass Observation
St. Philip Presbyterian 4807 San Felipe, HoustonScored for choir and six percussionists, “Mass Observation” by British-American composer Tarik O’Regan, receives its southwest premiere in this Houston Chamber Choir and MUSIQA collaboration. The work takes its title from the British social research organization, Mass-Observation, which aimed to record everyday life in the United Kingdom. It is a poignant meditation on the histories …
Origin Stories
Duncan Recital Hall, Rice University 6100 Main St., HoustonEven as borders are built and broken, music has the power to connect cultures. “Origin Stories” explores the mingling of cultures in a program featuring the premiere of Anthony Brandt’s “Songs from the Source: Nine African Folk Songs,” for soprano and ensemble. Musiqa travels to Cuba as Tania León retraces her Havana roots in “A …
Sebastian Maniscalco
Cullen Performance Hall 4800 Calhoun Road, Houston, TXThe comedian, actor, and best-selling author Sebastian Maniscalco is giving a concert in our city as a part of his Stay Hungry 2018 Tour. Let's face it: in our increasingly tepid, polite, and politically correct culture we need more people like Sebastian Maniscalco. Forever able to seize the moment, never failing to speak his mind, …
The Good Samaritans
Goode Co. Armadillo Palace 5015 Kirby Dr., Houston, United StatesJoin us on Thursday August 8 for a performance by The Good Samaritans. This is a free show, so after you've enjoyed a three course dinner for Houston Restaurant Weeks, enjoy some Live Music in The Hall! 21+show
Sugar Plum Fantasy concert presented by Houston Pride Band
Midtown Arts and Theatre Center Houston (MATCH) 3400 Main Street, Houston, TX, United StatesMusical selections inspired by the Nutcracker Suite, with visions of other classic favorites dancing between them.
Roger Creager Heads to Armadillo Palace for his Piano Bar Show on Saturday, December 28th!
Goode Company Armadillo Palace 5015 Kirby Drive, HoustonRoger Creager is heading to restaurant, bar and honky-tonk Goode Company Armadillo Palace for his Piano Bar Show! Texas-native Roger Creager loves adventure and traveling the world, but he never strays too far from his small-town, South Texas roots. His energy and passion for life invigorates his fan base. They get hooked on his charisma …
Houston Pride Band Presents: Starry Night
MATCH - Midtown Arts & Theater Center Houston 3400 Main St, Houston, TX, United StatesThere is no greater place than Houston to celebrate our love of outer space and dreaming of the stars. Join the Houston Pride Band for a night of music inspired by the cosmos, including selections from Star Wars, The Planets, Star Trek, and other popular favorites. Special guest performance by the Bering UCC Handbell Ensemble.
Bach Society Houston Presents Renowned St. Thomas Choir of Leipzig
Stude Concert Hall, Rice University 6100 Main Street, HoustonBach Society Houston presents a special performance by the world-renowned St. Thomas Choir of Leipzig (Thomanerchor Leipzig) on Sunday, March 16, at 3 PM at Stude Concert Hall, Rice University. Founded in 1212, this historic boys’ choir continues the legacy of J.S. Bach, who served as its cantor. Visit bachsocietyhouston.org for the full season schedule.