American Choral Classics
2026-03-29 15:00 (America/New_York) | Blackwell Auditorium at Randolph-Macon College, 204 Henry Street, Ashland, VA, 23005, United States
The Richmond Symphony Chorus takes the stage!
Experience the depth and beauty of American choral tradition in this moving program led by Richmond Symphony Chorus Director Richard W. Robbins. Blending folk melodies, sacred texts, and poetic reflections, American Choral Classics captures the spirit of a nation through choir.

Timeless American songs like Shenandoah and the spiritual Deep River resonate with emotional power, while early choral works such as William Billings’ I Am the Rose of Sharon and the traditional shape-note hymn Hark, I Hear the Harps Eternal speak to the country’s musical roots. Luminary American composers like R. Nathaniel Dett and Amy Beach are also highlighted in the concert. The centerpiece of the program, Randall Thompson’s beloved Frostiana, brings the profound lyricism of Robert Frost’s poetry to the stage.
Join us for this exciting celebration of American voices drawn from our nation’s rich musical history.

Richmond Symphony Chorus Celebrates James Erb
2026-04-09 18:00 (America/New_York) | Capitol Bell Tower, 101 N 9th St, Richmond, VA, 23219, United States
Honoring the 100th anniversary of James Erb, the founding director of the Richmond Symphony Chorus and the celebrated arranger of the beloved American folk song.
The free public performance at Capitol Bell Tower will recognize Erb’s lasting impact on choral music in Richmond and beyond, while inviting singers across the Commonwealth to take part. In a special call to action, Virginia choral groups are encouraged to join virtually by performing Shenandoah alongside the Richmond Symphony Chorus and sharing in this statewide musical tribute. The event will also be livestreamed on Richmond Symphony social media channels, allowing audiences and participating ensembles to experience the performance from anywhere.
Capitol Bell Tower address:
101 N 9th St, Richmond, VA 23219

Copland & Beethoven
2026-04-11 19:30, 2026-04-12 15:00 (America/New_York) | Carpenter Theatre, 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, 23219, United States
Valentina Peleggi conducts two American masterworks. Aaron Copland’s Fanfare for the Common Man has moved many Americans, even Copland himself. The finale of his Third Symphony is based on that stirring theme. In speaking of her Hymn for Everyone, Jessie Montgomery recalled “I wrote it during the pandemic, and I was in a moment of reflection. I was inspired by the Hymn as a tradition of offering some solace.” Also, Angela Cheng plays Beethoven’s poetic Fourth Piano Concerto. “Enthralling,” raved Toronto’s Globe and Mail. “She is speaking with her own voice about works in which she is passionately involved.”

Music at Hardywood
2026-04-16 18:30, 2026-05-21 18:30 (America/New_York) | Hardywood Park Craft Brewery Richmond, 2408-2410 Ownby Lane, Richmond, VA, 23220, United States
Enjoy beer, pizza, and orchestra music at Hardywood Park Craft Brewery. These casual, intimate concerts are a whole new way to experience the Richmond Symphony. This concert takes place at the Richmond-Scott’s Addition location.

Pastor Mike Jr.
2026-04-17 19:00 (America/New_York) | Carpenter Theatre, 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, 23219, United States
This concert was rescheduled from Jan 24, 2026. Your current Pastor Mike Jr. tickets will be honored for the new date. If you can attend on April 17, no action is required—your existing tickets will remain valid.
Let the church say, Amen! Pastor Mike Jr. brings his award-winning sound to the Richmond Symphony stage for a ‘Gospel Symphony Praise Party.’ Experience the power of orchestral arrangements by the masterful Dr. Henry Panion III blended with the energy of live praise & worship songs.
For questions or concerns, please contact Richmond Symphony Patron Services at patronservices@richmondsymphony.com or 804-788-1212.

Band Geek Date Night
2026-04-18 19:00 (America/New_York) | Carpenter Theatre, 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, 23219, United States
Fall in love with band all over again through Symphonic works you know from those good old glory days. “Band Geek Date Night” brings the spirit of the marching field to the concert hall in a joyful, high-energy mashup of symphonic sound and collegiate pride. With the Richmond Symphony and the JMU Marching Royal Dukes on stage, it’s the perfect night out for former band geeks, first-chair flutists, and anyone who fell in love over fight songs and Friday night lights. (Dates Not Required)
Seating is general admission.

Classical Currents
2026-04-25 19:30 (America/New_York) | St. Christopher’s School, 6010 Fergusson Rd, Richmond, VA, 23226, United States
The Richmond Symphony returns to St. Christopher’s School for an evening of music that bridges past and present. Under the baton of Associate Conductor Hae Lee, the program features Jessie Montgomery’s rhythmic and vibrant Strum, Jennifer Higdon’s dance-inspired Dance Card, and Mozart’s timeless Grand Partita for 12 Winds—a masterwork of elegance and color.
Experience contemporary energy and classical beauty in this intimate performance setting.
Pictured: Composer Jessie Montgomery; Photo by Jiyang Chen Photography

Batman™ 1989 in Concert
2026-05-02 19:00 (America/New_York) | Altria Theater, 6 North Laurel Street, Richmond , VA, 23220, United States
The Bat-Signal is lighting up Richmond! Don’t miss this once in a lifetime chance to watch Batman™ ‘89 in the theater with a huge screen, the Richmond Symphony, and the iconic Danny Elfman score!

Stars, Strings & Stravinsky
2026-05-09 19:30 (America/New_York) | St. Christopher’s School, 6010 Fergusson Rd, Richmond, VA, 23226, United States
Sparkling orchestral colors and rhythmic vitality fill the hall as the Richmond Symphony returns to St. Christopher’s School. Associate Conductor Hae Lee leads a program that opens with Mozart’s witty Overture to The Impresario, followed by Viet Cuong’s evocative Constellations. Stravinsky’s spirited Suite from Pulcinella closes the evening with playful elegance.
Pictured: Composer Viet Cuong; Photo by Aaron Jay Young

The Planets & Star Wars
2026-05-16 19:30, 2026-05-17 15:00 (America/New_York) | Carpenter Theatre, 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, 23219, United States
Majestic in its scope. Dazzling in its sound. There is nothing to match the experience of hearing, live in concert, The Planets. Be there for the ultimate trip through the galaxy as Richmond Symphony and Valentina Peleggi perform Gustav Holst’s sonic celestial showpiece. Plus, the suite from John Williams’ Star Wars. Also featured on this final concert of a season, exploring 250 years of American music and history, is the world premiere OF Grace and Grit from composer and storyteller Stacy Garrop, commissioned from her by the Richmond Symphony.

PLEASE NOTE, FOR THIS PERFORMANCE, FREE CHILD TICKETS ARE LIMITED TO FOUR PER HOUSEHOLD.

Spring Youth Orchestra Program
2026-05-17 19:00 (America/New_York) | Dominion Energy Center, 600 E Grace St, Richmond, VA, 23219, United States
String Sinfonietta, Camerata Strings, and Youth Concert Orchestra present their final concert of the year, featuring over 100 students in string and full orchestra ensembles.

String Sinfonietta, conducted by Matt Wilson
Camerata Strings, conducted by Melissa Jones
Youth Concert Orchestra, conducted by Dr. Sandy Goldie

Richmond Symphony Youth Orchestra | Percussion Ensemble
2026-05-18 19:00 (America/North_Dakota/Center) | Dominion Energy Center, 600 E Grace St, Richmond, VA, 23219, United States
The 2025–26 Youth Orchestra season closes with a performance by Richmond Symphony Youth Orchestra (RSYO), our advanced full orchestra, conducted by Hae Lee and featuring the winner of the 2025–26 RSYO Concerto Competition. Dr. Justin Alexander will also direct our five-person Percussion Ensemble through various chamber works.

Stars & Stripes Forever
2026-05-30 15:00 (America/New_York) | Carpenter Theatre, 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, 23219, United States
A spirited and patriotic musical extravaganza that pays homage to the legendary “March King” and his iconic compositions.

Pocahontas State Park
2026-06-06 19:30 (America/New_York) | Pocahontas State Park, 10301 State Park Rd, Chesterfield, VA, 23832, United States
Be there for a free outdoor concert! Bring a blanket, picnic basket and family and friends, and enjoy the sounds of a live orchestra at the beautiful Pocahontas State Park in Chesterfield, VA. The evening will be led by Associate Conductor, Hae Lee.
This concert is FREE and open to the public (no ticket required). A $10 parking fee applies. These concerts are popular, so we suggest arriving early.

PLEASE NOTE: The correct start time is 7:30pm. It was misprinted in the concert guide.

Bernstein, Foley & Still
2026-09-19 19:30, 2026-09-20 15:00 (America/New_York) | Carpenter Theatre, 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, 23219, United States
26-27 Symphony Series Available Now!

Symphony Series Subscribers get access to premium seating at the best available prices.
Current Subscribers
Renewal package pick-up window is now open (must confirm by March 13th to save existing seat selection). Packages will be available at select upcoming 2025-26 Season Symphony Series programs in Carpenter Theatre lobby.
New Subscribers
Purchase window opens Saturday, January 31st via online or by calling Patron Services Mon-Fri 10-4pm at 804.788.1212 x2.

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The Richmond Symphony opens the 2026–27 season with three groundbreaking American voices. Bernstein’s sparkling Candide Overture sets the stage. Artist-in-Residence Xavier Foley brings his signature style to Soul Bass, a genre-defying concerto for double bass and orchestra. William Grant Still’s Afro-American Symphony offers a rich, blues-infused portrait of American life and legacy. A bold celebration of creativity, identity, and the power of music to tell our stories.

Brahms and Strauss
2026-10-24 19:30, 2026-10-25 15:00 (America/New_York) | Carpenter Theatre, 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, 23219, United States
26-27 Symphony Series Available Now!

Symphony Series Subscribers get access to premium seating at the best available prices.
Current Subscribers
Renewal package pick-up window is now open (must confirm by March 13th to save existing seat selection). Packages will be available at select upcoming 2025-26 Season Symphony Series programs in Carpenter Theatre lobby.
New Subscribers
Purchase window opens Saturday, January 31st via online or by calling Patron Services Mon-Fri 10-4pm at 804.788.1212 x2.

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Valentina Peleggi conducts a program shaped by memory, identity, and musical storytelling. Pianist Jon Kimura Parker returns to perform Brahms’ sweeping and deeply personal First Piano Concerto. Strauss’ Rosenkavalier Suite brings the evening to a close with its lush orchestration and nostalgic charm.

Rachmaninoff, Glass & Stravinsky
2026-11-07 19:30, 2026-11-08 15:00 (America/New_York) | Carpenter Theatre, 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, 23219, United States
26-27 Symphony Series Available Now!

Symphony Series Subscribers get access to premium seating at the best available prices.
Current Subscribers
Renewal package pick-up window is now open (must confirm by March 13th to save existing seat selection). Packages will be available at select upcoming 2025-26 Season Symphony Series programs in Carpenter Theatre lobby.
New Subscribers
Purchase window opens Saturday, January 31st via online or by calling Patron Services Mon-Fri 10-4pm at 804.788.1212 x2.

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Violinist Julian Rhee returns for Philip Glass’ Violin Concerto No. 1, honoring the composer’s 90th birthday and the 40th anniversary of this iconic work. Stravinsky’s Firebird Suite dazzles with orchestral color and mythic energy. The evening concludes with Rachmaninoff’s Symphonic Dances — a thrilling and bittersweet farewell from a master Romantic.

Peleggi Conducts Mahler's Fifth
2027-01-23 19:30, 2027-01-24 15:00 (America/New_York) | Carpenter Theatre, 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, 23219, United States
26-27 Symphony Series Available Now!

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Current Subscribers
Renewal package pick-up window is now open (must confirm by March 13th to save existing seat selection). Packages will be available at select upcoming 2025-26 Season Symphony Series programs in Carpenter Theatre lobby.
New Subscribers
Purchase window opens Saturday, January 31st via online or by calling Patron Services Mon-Fri 10-4pm at 804.788.1212 x2.

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Music Director Valentina Peleggi leads a profound journey from sorrow to joy. Strauss’ Metamorphosen opens the program with a moving elegy for 23 solo strings, written in the final days of World War II. The program concludes with Mahler’s Symphony No. 5, a sweeping emotional arc that begins with storm and grief, flows through the beloved Adagietto, and ends in a triumphant celebration of life.

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ Part 1 in Concert
2027-02-06 14:00, 2027-02-06 19:30 (America/New_York) | Altria Theater, 6 North Laurel Street, Richmond , VA, 23220, United States
The end begins. Part one of the epic finale Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ is here! CineConcerts invites audiences back to witness the beginning of Harry’s most important battle yet, with the full film accompanied by a live symphony orchestra. Harry, Ron, and Hermione set out to track down the secret to Voldemort’s power!
All characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR.
This performance is presented by CineConcerts. Tickets must be purchased through the Altria Theater. Richmond Symphony vouchers, discounts, gift cards, exchanges, etc are not applicable for this event. Thank you.

Wagner & Strauss: Songs of Farewell
2027-02-20 19:30, 2027-02-21 15:00 (America/New_York) | Carpenter Theatre, 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, 23219, United States
26-27 Symphony Series Available Now!

Symphony Series Subscribers get access to premium seating at the best available prices.
Current Subscribers
Renewal package pick-up window is now open (must confirm by March 13th to save existing seat selection). Packages will be available at select upcoming 2025-26 Season Symphony Series programs in Carpenter Theatre lobby.
New Subscribers
Purchase window opens Saturday, January 31st via online or by calling Patron Services Mon-Fri 10-4pm at 804.788.1212 x2.

To learn more about the 2026-27 Symphony Series Season, click here.

Soprano Alexandra Loutsion joins Valentina Peleggi and the Richmond Symphony Chorus for a deeply reflective and radiant program. Strauss’ Four Last Songs and Wagner’s Liebestod offer transcendent visions of love and mortality. Brahms’ Gesang der Parzen and Beethoven’s Elegischer Gesang bring choral gravitas and beauty, while the overture to Wagner’s Meistersinger opens with noble serenity.

Gil Shaham Returns
2027-04-03 19:30 (America/New_York) | Carpenter Theatre, 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, 23219, United States
26-27 Symphony Series Available Now!

Symphony Series Subscribers get access to premium seating at the best available prices.
Current Subscribers
Renewal package pick-up window is now open (must confirm by March 13th to save existing seat selection). Packages will be available at select upcoming 2025-26 Season Symphony Series programs in Carpenter Theatre lobby.
New Subscribers
Purchase window opens Saturday, January 31st via online or by calling Patron Services Mon-Fri 10-4pm at 804.788.1212 x2.

To learn more about the 2026-27 Symphony Series Season, click here.

International violinist Gil Shaham returns to perform Samuel Barber’s Violin Concerto, bringing the beauty and power of a 1719 Stradivari to the Richmond stage. Valentina Peleggi conducts the world premiere of a new work by Federico Portera, and the concert concludes with Prokofiev’s Symphony No. 5, a bold and thrilling statement of defiance and triumph.
