For over 40 years, the Brazos Valley Symphony Orchestra has brought world-class orchestral music to College Station and beyond. This season, made possible through the generous support of our 2025–26 Title Sponsors—Aggieland Chevrolet, BMW of College Station, College Station Hyundai, College Station Nissan, Mercedes-Benz of College Station, and College Station Ford—promises to deliver unforgettable performances spanning classical masterpieces, holiday favorites, video game soundtracks, Broadway hits, and innovative new works.
A Journey From Bach to Tchaikovsky
The season opens with a powerful program featuring Bach's Chaconne from Partita No. 2, Brahms' Double Concerto for Violin and Cello, and Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 4. Concertmaster Javier Chaparro and Assistant Principal Cellist Elizabeth Lee will showcase their exceptional talents in what promises to be a deeply moving performance.
Audiences can enjoy a complimentary pre-concert reception at 3:30 PM before the 5:00 PM performance at Rudder Theatre.
Halloween Takes a Musical Turn
"Dead Serious: A Halloween Concert" offers a spooky-fun night suitable for all ages. This unique performance combines haunting music with ghostly drama and a whodunit mystery narrated live by Mike Wright. The program features Nathaniel Stookey's "The Composer is Dead," the "Infernal Dance" from Stravinsky's Firebird, and movements from Berlioz's Symphonie fantastique.
Festive costumes are welcome at this Halloween-themed musical event, which begins at 5:00 PM in Rudder Auditorium, with a pre-concert reception at 4:00 PM.
Celebrate the Season with Holiday Pops
Ring in the holiday season with the BVSO Brass and Percussion, joined by the Christ Church Sanctuary Choir, Canticle Bell Ringers, College Station High School Chorale, Purple Reign, and the Brenham Children's Chorus. This joyful celebration of holiday favorites will take place at Christ Church in College Station at 5:00 PM.
Video Games Come to Life
You don't need to be a gamer to appreciate "Video Games Live," a concert that transforms popular video game music into symphonic masterpieces. This immersive experience combines orchestral performances with massive screen projections and lighting effects. Music from fan favorites like Halo, Skyrim, Kingdom Hearts, and The Last of Us will be featured in this part-symphony, part-rock show performance.
New Voices and Fresh Perspectives
"Fresh Voices and Ideas" showcases contemporary classical works, including David Michael Hyde's "Wildwood" and the world premiere of "The Paper Nautilus," a BVSO commission from composer Bryan Doherty. The program also features Bartók's mesmerizing "Music for Strings, Percussion and Celesta," which helped shape the sound of films like "The Shining." Soprano Bethany Clearfield joins the orchestra for this exploration of musical imagination.
Van Cliburn Gold Medalist Takes the Stage
Experience the exceptional talent of Aristo Sham, 2025 Van Cliburn Gold Medalist, as he performs Mendelssohn's Piano Concerto No. 1 in G Minor. The program also includes Mozart's "Haffner" Symphony and Shostakovich's Symphony No. 9, creating an evening of musical contrasts and virtuosic performances.
Broadway Hits the Symphony
The season concludes with "Defying Gravity: Blockbuster Broadway," featuring top New York vocalists performing showstopping songs from classic and contemporary Broadway shows, including selections from "Wicked." This celebration of Broadway's biggest hits combines symphonic flair with theatrical excitement.
Join the Musical Journey
The Brazos Valley Symphony Orchestra offers much more than concerts – it provides educational programs and community outreach initiatives that enrich the cultural landscape of the region. Whether you're a classical music enthusiast, a family looking for cultural experiences, a student expanding your musical horizons, or simply someone who appreciates live performance, BVSO has something for you.
For tickets and more information about these performances, visit bvso.org or call 979-696-6100. You can also contact the symphony at services@bvso.org with any questions.
The Symphony extends its heartfelt thanks to our 2025–26 Title Sponsors—Aggieland Chevrolet, BMW of College Station, College Station Hyundai, College Station Nissan, Mercedes-Benz of College Station, and College Station Ford—whose generosity helps bring world-class music to the Brazos Valley.
Don't miss your chance to experience the transformative power of live orchestral music with the Brazos Valley Symphony Orchestra this season.
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