1, No. 1 — haunted me down the years and led to further essays, some for my students at Vanderbilt University, others for concertgoers in Nashville who
enjoy grand opera at least as much as the Grand Old Opry.
If you and your date are in for higher tastes, then Houston offers you Houston
Grand Opera for
opera lovers, Houston Ballet for ballet enthusiasts, The Alley Theater to
enjoy a great performance, Houston Symphony Orchestra that will satisfy even the most demanding ear, etc..