The Loh Down Blog

Have you ever noticed how a song can suddenly take you somewhere else? One note can spark a memory, a chorus can make you feel like the world has paused just for you. That’s what Thursday, April 16, promises at Waco Hall.  With Mamie Parris, Shayna Steele, and Nathaniel Hackmann on stage alongside Lawrence Loh and the Waco Symphony […]

What a night! On March 19 at Waco Hall, the orchestra closed out the 25/26 classical season in unforgettable style.  The evening opened with the dazzling Stellar Fanfare Prelude for Orchestra by Shawn Okpebholo, immediately filling the hall with energy. Acclaimed young cellist Sterling Elliott brought grace and brilliance to his performance, leaving the audience in awe.  […]

Step into the magic of Broadway when the Waco Symphony presents An Emerald City Evening: Wicked & All-Time Broadway Favorites on Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. inside Waco Hall.  Maestro Lawrence Loh welcomes powerhouse Broadway vocalists Mamie Parris, Shayna Steele, and Nathaniel Hackmann for an unforgettable night celebrating the music of Emerald City and beyond.  The evening features music from Wicked and a collection of Broadway’s most […]

If you’ve ever hummed “bah-bah-bah-BAH” (you know the one), you’ve met Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony, one of the most recognizable pieces of music in the world.  Written between 1804 and 1808 in Vienna, it opens with a dramatic four-note motif that many people interpret as “fate knocking at the door.” That powerful idea threads throughout the whole […]

We are still daydreaming about Aristo Sham’s breathtaking performance and the electric energy of Jessie Montgomery’s Starburst. Our evening with the 2025 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition Gold Medalist was nothing short of extraordinary, filled with vibrant melodies, powerful emotion, and moments that will stay with us for years to come.  We are grateful to Aristo Sham for joining […]

This year’s Savor the Symphony theme, From the Hills of Tuscany to the Heart of Bourbon Country, invites guests to embark on an elegant journey to the heart of Italy. The evening will feature a five-course dining experience thoughtfully crafted by guest culinary artist Billy Garrett of Secret Chef. Each dish is inspired by the recipes of Frances […]

From toy soldiers and swirling snowflakes to the Sugar Plum Fairy, The Nutcracker filled the stage with holiday magic. Ballet Frontier’s return to Waco brought together professional dancers, talented local dancers, and beautiful costumes for a performance that truly felt like a community tradition.  With Tchaikovsky’s beloved score performed live by the Waco Symphony under the direction […]

Some music asks to be heard. This music demands to be felt.  On Thursday, January 22 , the Waco Symphony welcomes Aristo Sham, Gold Medalist and “Audience Favorite” of the 2025 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, to the stage at Waco Hall.  Aristo joins Maestro Lawrence Loh for Brahms’ Piano Concerto No. 1, a work charged with urgency, power, and vulnerability. […]

Mark your calendars! Kendra Scott is partnering with the Waco Symphony for a special holiday shopping event that gives back. This is your chance to shop stunning jewelry while supporting live music in our community.  In-Store Event Details:  Mention the Waco Symphony at checkout, and 20% of your purchase will be donated to the symphony! Can’t make it […]

The melodies from our From Bernstein to Copland performance are still echoing in our minds—and our hearts. This unforgettable concert brought together a stunning range of American compositions, each filled with emotion, character, and color.  We were especially inspired by Emily Levin, principal harpist of the Dallas Symphony, whose artistry brought grace and brilliance to the stage. Her […]