Founded in 1913, Houston Symphony is one of oldest performing arts organizations in the United States. It operates an orchestra group that performs symphonic music. The organization is engaged in performances, partnerships, outreach and educational activities. Houston Symphony organizes concerts in schools, hospitals, retirement homes, shelters and community centers. It performs in more than 170 classical, pops, education and family concerts that are attended by over 350,000 people each year. The organization s concerts include the Fidelity Investments Classical, Fire and Sound Plus Vision, and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pops series. Houston Symphony employs several musicians, volunteers and support staff personnel. It operates a concert hall and music center. Houston Symphony is located in Houston.