MUSIC

The Houston Symphony presents Opening Night: Ode to Joy. Two performances Friday, September 9 and Saturday, September 10 at 7:30PM in Jones Hall.

Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony is everlasting proof of Beethoven’s creative genius. Be part of the powerful kickoff to the 2011-2012 Season and feel the contagious energy and joy of this towering classic, performed by Hans Graf (pictured), the Houston Symphony, Chorus and world-renowned soloists.

ARTISTS
Hans Graf, conductor
Jessica Rivera, soprano
Sasha Cooke, mezzo-soprano
Gordon Gietz, tenor
Nathan Berg, bass-baritone
Houston Symphony Chorus
Charles Hausmann, director

About Hans Graf
Known for his wide range of repertoire and creative programming, the distinguished Austrian conductor Hans Graf is one of today's most highly respected musicians. Mr. Graf was chosen to be the Music Director of the Houston Symphony in 2000 and began his tenure with the orchestra in September 2001. Prior to his appointment in Houston, he was the music director of the Calgary Philharmonic for eight seasons and held the same post with the Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine for six years. He also led the Salzburg Mozarteum Orchestra from 1984 to 1994.