The Richmond Symphony’s Sound of the City Gala Concert celebrates the artists, influences, and musical traditions that continue to shape Richmond’s creative spirit.

Conducted by Naima Burrs and featuring guest artists Desirée Roots, Russell Wilson, Eddie Sundra, Marcus Tenney, Morgan Burrs, Corey Fonville, Andrew Randazzo, and Sam Fribush, the evening moves through jazz, swing, soul, funk, and orchestral collaborations inspired by the evolving sound of American music.

From Gershwin’s Fascinating Rhythm and early jazz classics like Alabama Stomp to Teddy Weatherford’s My Blue Heaven and the groove-driven sounds of Lonnie Liston Smith and Wah Wah Watson, the evening highlights Richmond’s long connection to the evolving traditions of jazz, soul, funk, and American popular music that grew from local communities into internationally influential art forms.

This event and ticket link is for the Concert only. For more information on how you can upgrade to the full Gala experience or to participate as a sponsor, visit the Sound of the City Gala page. All Gala Packages include concert tickets with premium seating.

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