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About this concert
11:30 AM CST3 Going
Cirque Magic for Kids will be performed live in Houston January 30, 2027 with the Houston Symphony and conductor Brett Mitchell at Jones Hall.
Step right up and prepare to be dazzled with a morning of circus-themed fun!
The amazing artists of Cirque de la Symphonie join the Houston Symphony for this special Saturday-morning performance, designed especially for little ones. Let your imagination run wild with jugglers, acrobats, and more, paired with live music!
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Artist bio
Widely recognized as an engaging communicator known for his vivid musical leadership, Brett Mitchell has earned consistent praise for his performances on world-class stages, establishing himself as a leading voice in American classical music.
Mitchell currently serves as Music Director of the Pasadena Symphony—an orchestra comprising many of Hollywood’s premier studio musicians—and Artistic Director & Conductor of Oregon’s Sunriver Music Festival. His previous leadership roles include tenures as Music Director of the Colorado Symphony, Associate Conductor of The Cleveland Orchestra, and Assistant Conductor positions with both the Houston Symphony and the Orchestre National de France.
Also an accomplished pianist, Mitchell was named a Steinway Artist by Steinway & Sons in 2025. He concertizes regularly at the keyboard, often appearing in recital with members of his orchestras. Beyond the concert hall, he has cultivated a devoted global following through his original piano transcriptions of iconic film scores, which are featured prominently on his popular YouTube channel.
Read MoreMitchell currently serves as Music Director of the Pasadena Symphony—an orchestra comprising many of Hollywood’s premier studio musicians—and Artistic Director & Conductor of Oregon’s Sunriver Music Festival. His previous leadership roles include tenures as Music Director of the Colorado Symphony, Associate Conductor of The Cleveland Orchestra, and Assistant Conductor positions with both the Houston Symphony and the Orchestre National de France.
Also an accomplished pianist, Mitchell was named a Steinway Artist by Steinway & Sons in 2025. He concertizes regularly at the keyboard, often appearing in recital with members of his orchestras. Beyond the concert hall, he has cultivated a devoted global following through his original piano transcriptions of iconic film scores, which are featured prominently on his popular YouTube channel.
Genres: Film Music, Classical
