Maria, dolce Maria: Virtuosic Violin Music by Female Composers from 17th-Century

First Lutheran 1311 Holman St, Houston, TX

The earliest music for violin at the transition from the Renaissance to the Baroque were arrangements of vocal music to which the performers added improvised, virtuosic ornamentation, so-called diminutions. You are in for a virtuosic firework—set off upon fascinating early 17th-century masterworks by female composers Caterina Assandra, Sulpitia Cesis, Alba Tressina, and Claudia Rusca—by our […]

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Celebrating Anton Bruckner’s 200th Birthday

First Lutheran 1311 Holman St, Houston, TX

Although Anton Bruckner was one the most visionary symphonic composers at the end of the nineteenth century, his biography continues to be dominated by anecdotes about his eccentric personality. Lesser known is the fact that he composed his sacred choral music as a celebrated organist and choir director for performances alongside works of the old […]

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Christmas with Masterworks, Rejoice!

First Lutheran 1311 Holman St, Houston, TX

HMC Artistic Director, Dr. Paulo Gomes, and the Houston Masterworks Chorus take you on a musical journey, featuring timeless holiday favorites that evoke the spirit of the season. *Featuring organist, Grant Smith and the winner of the HMC Young Singer Competition. An annual celebration spreading joy to all! Our holiday season concert featuring Saint-Saëns Oratorio […]