On Tuesday, July 23, prepare for a rock experience like no other as the Houston Symphony joins forces with the hard-hitting musicians of Windborne Music to present The Music of Led Zeppelin at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. This event, sponsored by Huntsman, reimagines one of rock’s most iconic musical catalogs with the full force of a symphony orchestra behind it.

Picture the thunderous riffs of “Whole Lotta Love,” the soaring vocals of “Immigrant Song,” and the unforgettable rise of “Stairway to Heaven” all backed by sweeping symphonic swells and massive orchestral overtures. With explosive energy and jaw-dropping musical power, this concert takes the legendary sound of Led Zeppelin to a whole new level.

A black-and-white portrait of Windborne Music's Led Zeppelin Group. There are five men and one woman (front row, left of the frame). They are all dressed in black button-down shirts except for the woman (a black blouse) and the man in the front/center (a lighter, likely-brown shirt with a black and white vine-like pattern.

Windborne Music | Photos courtesy of The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion

A close-up of Randy Jackson performing. He has long, curly brown hair, is wearing a dark denim shirt with brown embroidery down the chest and the sleeves rolled up to his elbows. He is strumming a black acoustic guitar and singing into a microphone. He is sitting on a stool, presumably on stage, though the background is entirely black.

Vocalist Randy Jackson

ELECTRIFYING VOCALS

Vocalist Randy Jackson, lead singer of the rock band Zebra, joins the orchestra and band to deliver a note-for-note tribute to Zeppelin’s greatest hits. Known for his electric stage presence and powerhouse vocals, Jackson channels the spirit of Robert Plant while bringing his own fire to the performance. Conductor and arranger Brent Havens leads the ensemble, blending classical and rock traditions into a sound that is both familiar and completely reimagined.

“This isn’t just a concert, it’s an experience,” said Jackson. “You’ll hear Zeppelin the way you know and love it but with the added richness and scale that only a live orchestra can deliver.”

SENSATIONAL SYMPHONICS

The Music of Led Zeppelin is part of Windborne Music’s renowned series of symphonic rock collaborations known for bridging genres and delivering unforgettable live experiences. In a fun twist, one lucky audience member will be selected during the show to step on stage and serve as a guest conductor, adding a once-in-a-lifetime moment to an already epic night.

The camera faces The Pavilion stage from the lawn. Both the stands and the lawn are packed with Post Malone fans as they await the start of the concert.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Guests are welcome to bring a picnic from home or their favorite restaurant to enjoy in their seat or on the hill. Keep in mind that beverages cannot be brought into The Pavilion, and picnics must also comply with The Pavilion’s bag size restriction and/or be in original packaging. For more information and a complete schedule, please visit The Pavilion website.

MINI MAESTROS

Families are encouraged to enhance their performing arts experience with Mini Pavilion Maestros, a free and exciting program that makes the arts both fun and accessible for kids of all ages. By signing up for Mini Pavilion Maestros, children will receive: a special membership lanyard and badge, free reserved seating at all performing arts events, early entry for select shows, a free ticket to Children’s Festival and other great perks throughout the season. Families can register their children at any of The Pavilion’s performing arts events this season at a special booth located in the North Plaza or on The Pavilion's website.

STAGE LIGHTERS

Stage Lighters is an exclusive arts membership that provides access to the best of what The Pavilion's arts programs have to offer, while also helping make the arts accessible to all. In appreciation of an annual gift, Stage Lighters will receive special benefits that enhance the arts experience including reserved seating, access to the Woodforest Bank Club and reserved Gold Lot parking during arts events, special invitations to member-exclusive arts events throughout the season, Pavilion swag and more.