Upcoming Performances
ROCO In Concert: Optimistic
Step into a world of musical possibilities in “OPTIMISTIC”, featuring the full 40-piece chamber orchestra led by long-time ROCO collaborator Alastair Willis, on April 26th at Rice University’s Brockman Hall for Opera!
Past Performances
ROCO Connections: The River Oaks Theatre
ROCO’s Connections Series celebrates the revitalization of one of Houston’s historic gems, The River Oaks Theatre, with an evening of live performance accompanying classic films, on April 11th!
ROCO Connections: Voices of Vietnam
Join us as ROCO’s Connections Series returns to Asia Society Texas Center on March 29th, and enjoy an evening spotlighting music by Asian artists and composers, exploring the experiences of Vietnamese immigrants.
Make Some Noise! with ROCO
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to buzz into a trombone mouthpiece, draw a bow across cello strings, play an oboe, or bang on a snare drum? ROCO flips the script for a wildly entertaining evening that puts instruments in the audience’s hands for a change!
ROCO In Concert: Courageous
ROCO’s trailblazing spirit is embodied in “COURAGEOUS”, spotlighting the full 40-piece chamber orchestra, on February 8th at The Church of St. John the Divine! Led by ROCO’s newest Artistic Partner Delyana Lazarova, and featuring acclaimed pianist Lara Downes, this concert is a testament to daring artistry.
ROCO Connections: The DeLUXE Theater
Experience the jewel of Houston’s 5th Ward Cultural Arts District, the beautifully renovated historic DeLUXE Theater, as we welcome guest violinist Nicole Cherry in collaboration with ROCO Artistic Partner Scott St. John, presenting an evening of chamber works honoring and inspired by the outstanding contributions of London-based nineteenth-century Afro-European violin virtuoso, George Bridgetower.
ROCO Connections: Beer & Brass
Roll out the barrel – as this annual ROCO tradition rings in the new year, continuing the Connections Series! Celebrate with good food, good friends, and good music as the ROCO Brass Quintet serenades audiences at the Saint Arnold Brewing Company.
ROCO Connections: Yuletide with ROCO & Jazz Houston
Get in the holiday spirit with ROCO and Jazz Houston at Houston Botanic Garden, while enjoying a scrumptious brunch in the Global Collection Garden Tent!
ROCO Unchambered: Bernhard Scully & Matthew McClung
Be enveloped as ROCO’s Unchambered Series heads to an immersive new location, The Menil Collection’s Dan Flavin Installation at Richmond Hall, for an ethereal evening on November 21st, featuring and curated by Principal Hornist Bernhard Scully and Principal Percussionist Matthew McClung.
ROCO In Concert: Outspoken
Bold musical expression, inspired by the human experience, takes center stage in “OUTSPOKEN”— featuring the full 40-piece chamber orchestra led by GRAMMY-winning conductor JoAnn Falletta, on November 2nd at The Church of St. John the Divine.
ROCO Unchambered: Alecia Lawyer & Audrey Andrist
Enjoy an evening of gorgeous sounds and sights as ROCO’s Unchambered Series opens October 19th at Horizon on Sunset Art Gallery, featuring and curated by Founder, Artistic Director, and Principal Oboist Alecia Lawyer and pianist Audrey Andrist!
ROCO Revelry Gala 2024
You’re invited to celebrate ROCO’s 20th season, entitled “This is ROCO,” which marks a triumphant journey of innovation and excellence in classical music! On Saturday, September 28th, ROCO will celebrate its milestone year with its season-opening concert followed by the Revelry Gala at the Thompson Houston Hotel.
ROCO In Concert: Remarkable
Experience the extraordinary as ROCO’s milestone 20th season opens with “REMARKABLE” - featuring the full 40-piece chamber orchestra in three world premieres plus a new twist on an out-of-this-world classic, presented at Miller Outdoor Theatre on September 27th, and at The Church of St. John the Divine on September 28th.
ROCO In Concert: Remarkable
Experience the extraordinary as ROCO’s milestone 20th season opens with “REMARKABLE” - featuring the full 40-piece chamber orchestra in three world premieres plus a new twist on an out-of-this-world classic, presented at Miller Outdoor Theatre on September 27th, and at The Church of St. John the Divine on September 28th.
