Beethoven's First
2023-03-25 19:30 (America/New_York) | St. Christopher’s School, 6010 Fergusson Rd, Richmond, VA, 23226, United States
Vienna – 1800. A struggling young composer completes a symphony. The first of nine that will change the course of music. And electrify audiences for two centuries. Chia-Husan Lin conducts Beethoven’s First Symphony, Haydn’s last Symphony, and works by two masters of our time – Vivian Fung and James Lee III.

Beethoven's First!
2023-03-26 15:00 - 17:00 | Blackwell Auditorium at Randolph-Macon College, 204 Henry Street, Ashland, VA, 23005, United States

Mahler's Resurrection Symphony
2023-04-01 20:00 - 22:00, 2023-04-02 15:00 - 17:00 | Dominion Energy Center, 600 E Grace St, Richmond, VA, 23219, United States
A concert experience unlike any other. Valentina Peleggi leads the Richmond Symphony, Chorus, and soloists in Mahler’s monumental Symphony Number Two. The awe-inspiring “Resurrection” Symphony is a not-to-be-missed concert event. Music by George Walker begins the program.

Carnival of the Animals
2023-04-12 09:45 - 10:45, 2023-04-12 11:30 - 12:30, 2023-04-13 11:30 - 12:30 | Carpenter Theatre, 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, 23219, United States
Our traditional 40-minute introduction to the instruments of the orchestra for elementary school students this year includes Camille Saint-Saëns’ beloved Carnival of the Animals in a performance featuring the young dancers of the School of Richmond Ballet. Meet birds, elephants, pianists, donkeys, kangaroos, and more in this thrilling performance for young listeners.
Meet birds, elephants, donkeys, kangaroos, pianists, and more in this thrilling performance for young listeners.

We are pleased to announce the return of Richmond Symphony Discovery Concerts. These age-appropriate performances for school groups are intentionally designed to delight, and align with Virginia Standards of Learning.

Eternal Tango
2023-04-15 20:00 - 22:00 | Dominion Energy Center, 600 E Grace St, Richmond, VA, 23219, United States
The rhythm beguiles. The melodies seduce. This is the dance that captivates and intoxicates. The eternal tango in a symphonic treatment performed by the Richmond Symphony, as the finest dancers captivate the eye. The Richmond Symphony is joined by the Hector Del Curto Quintet and conducted by Chia-Hsuan Lin.

Music in the Galleries 2
2023-04-16 15:00 - 17:00 | Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, 200 N. Arthur Ashe Blvd, Richmond, VA, 23220, United States
Experience works of art in VMFA’s galleries as the Richmond Symphony serenades your visit with a live performance. A collaboration between the VMFA and the Richmond Symphony. This concert is free, but a ticket is required.

Romantic Chopin
2023-04-22 20:00 - 22:00, 2023-04-23 15:00 - 17:00 | Dominion Energy Center, 600 E Grace St, Richmond, VA, 23219, United States
It was a young, desperate love that inspired Frederic Chopin. Too shy to declare his feelings, he wrote: “I say to my piano what I would like to be saying to you…” Michelle Cann plays Chopin’s heart aching First Piano Concerto. “She displayed her own powerful technique in Chopin,” declared Washington Classical Review. Tito Muñoz conducts a masterpiece by the tragically short-lived Lili Boulanger, and Sir Edward Elgar’s great and noble “Enigma Variations,” a Victorian Facebook of family and friends. Michelle Cann is the 2022-23 Florence Robertson Givens Guest Artist.

Mozart & More
2023-04-28 19:30 - 22:00 | Perkinson Center for the Arts & Education
Today, more than 200 years after his passing, the music of Mozart still speaks to us, moves us, and leaves us breathless. Valentina Peleggi conducts Mozart’s magnificent Symphony No. 36, the “Linz.” Plus, two exhilarating musical declarations: from our own time: Damien Geter’s “I Said What I Said”. And the Chamber Symphony of Shostakovich, arranged from his defiant Third String Quartet.

Mozart & More
2023-04-29 19:30 - 22:00 | St. Christopher’s School, 6010 Fergusson Rd, Richmond, VA, 23226, United States

Mozart & More
2023-04-30 15:00 - 17:00 | Blackwell Auditorium at Randolph-Macon College, 204 Henry Street, Ashland, VA, 23005, United States

Mendelssohn, Hailstork, Schubert
2023-05-03 19:30 - 21:30 | St. Edward the Confessor Catholic Church, 2700 Dolfield Dr, North Chesterfield, VA, 23235, United States
Experience Mendelssohn’s awe of Scotland’s stunning Hebrides Islands with his “Fingal’s Cave”. Then admire man-made wonders with Hailstork’s Sonata da Chiesa, which reflects the composer’s fascination with cathedrals. This free concert ends with Daniel Myssyk conducting the orchestra in Schubert’s unfinished Seventh Symphony.
This free concert will be held at:
St. Edward the Confessor Catholic Church
2700 Dolfield Dr
North Chesterfield, VA 23235
https://stedchurch.com/
Sponsored in part by: Chesterfield County

Star Wars: The Return of the Jedi
2023-05-06 14:00 - 16:30 | Altria Theater, 6 North Laurel Street, Richmond , VA, 23220, United States
“Only now, at the end, do you understand.” The Richmond Symphony returns to the Altria for the final episode of the original Star Wars trilogy: The Return of the Jedi. The Symphony performs John Williams’ magnificent score LIVE as this cinema classic unspools on the giant screen.
As the movie ends – the party begins! Add tickets to the hottest Cantina Party this side of the galaxy, starting right after the 2pm performance. This out-of-this-world event being hosted will feature movie trivia, costume contests, character appearances, themed food and drinks, prizes and more! Fun for fans of all ages! (Note, Cantina party tickets must be purchases separately).

Cantina Party
2023-05-06 16:45 - 19:45 | Altria Theater Ballroom, 6 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA, 23220, United States
Calling all space explorers! Get your tickets today to the hottest cantina party this side of the galaxy. This out-of-this-world event will feature movie trivia, costume contests, character appearances, themed food and drinks, prizes and more! Fun for fans of all ages!
Your ticket includes one themed drink and light bites with your ticket; additional food and drink will be available for purchase.
Please note that concert tickets to the Richmond Symphony’s “Star Wars: The Return of the Jedi – In Concert” must be purchased separately. The Cantina party will take place in the Altria Theater Ballroom from 4:45pm to 7:45pm.

Star Wars: The Return of the Jedi
2023-05-06 20:00 - 22:00 | Altria Theater, 6 North Laurel Street, Richmond , VA, 23220, United States
“Only now, at the end, do you understand.” The Richmond Symphony returns to the Altria for the final episode of the original Star Wars trilogy: The Return of the Jedi. The Symphony performs John Williams’ magnificent score LIVE as this cinema classic unspools on the giant screen.
Start the party early – or later! Add tickets to the hottest Cantina Experience this side of the galaxy, starting at 4:45pm downstairs in the Altria Ballroom. This out-of-this-world event will feature movie trivia, costume contests, character appearances, themed food and drinks, prizes and more! Fun for fans of all ages! (Note, Cantina party tickets must be purchased separately – you can drop in and out any time after the matinee or before the evening show).

Electric Virtuosity
2023-05-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Dominion Energy Center, 600 E Grace St, Richmond, VA, 23219, United States
Celebrate the classics and explore new music with the Richmond Symphony Youth Orchestra, conducted by Daniel Myssyk, at their final performance of the 2022-23 season! This high voltage event features the Virginia premiere of Ficciones by Grammy-nominated and Latin Grammy-winning composer Roberto Sierra, featuring internationally-acclaimed electric violinist Tracy Silverman in a special performance, commissioned by the Richmond Symphony Youth Orchestra for this concert. The concert also highlights the exceptional talents of cellist Christopher Gilley, winner of the 2022-2023 Richmond Symphony Youth Orchestra Concerto Competition, in selections from Tchaikovsky’s brilliant Variations on a Rococo Theme, and Gustav Mahler’s heartfelt Blumine, originally intended for the composer’s first symphony.
Click here to learn more about special guest Tracy Silverman.
Click here to learn more about Christopher Gilley.
The Youth Orchestra Program is proudly sponsored by Hamilton Beach Brands

N'Kenge: Legends
2023-05-13 20:00 - 22:00 | Dominion Energy Center, 600 E Grace St, Richmond, VA, 23219, United States
From Broadway to Motown to Hollywood, N’Kenge salutes the divas of jazz, opera, pop, and soul. With her astonishing five-octave voice, N’Kenge pays tribute to Billie Holiday, Leontyne Price, Lena Horne, Ella Fitzgerald, Diana Ross, Whitney Houston, Beyonce, and others. Motown founder Berry Gordy heard N’Kenge and declared her “the most versatile artist I know.”

Mother Goose Suite
2023-05-14 15:00 - 17:00 | Perkinson Center for the Arts & Education
In honor of Mother’s Day, we will showcase our mothers, who are strong, tender, smart, and who care deeply for us. The concert features Dvorak ‘s “Things My Mother Taught Me” and Ravel’s Mother Goose Suite. This is a concert for the whole family to enjoy together!

Spring Concert 2023
2023-05-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Carpenter Theatre, 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, 23219, United States
The Richmond Symphony’s flagship educational program, founded in 1962, is central Virginia’s premier orchestral training program. Experience Richmond’s up-and-coming musical talent at this FREE CONCERT (no ticket required). A great way to introduce your family to orchestral music and to inspire your budding musician!

Pictures at an Exhibition
2023-05-20 20:00 - 22:00, 2023-05-21 15:00 - 17:00 | Dominion Energy Center, 600 E Grace St, Richmond, VA, 23219, United States
Few works can match it for sonic impact or sheer excitement. And no work displays the virtuosity of the Richmond Symphony like Pictures at an Exhibition. Experience it – live – under guest conductor Lidiya Yankovskaya, who also leads works by American masters John Adams, James Lee III, and Florence Price.

Season Finale After Party
2023-05-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Dominion Energy Center, 600 E Grace St, Richmond, VA, 23219, United States
End the season in celebratory style at the season finale after-party! Mingle with Symphony musicians, guest artists, and friends straight after the final performance. Enjoy this festive event with food, drinks, and live music by Quatro na Bossa outdoors behind the Dominion Energy Center. Your ticket is all-inclusive!
Food trucks include Ruby Scoops, Smohk, and The Watering Hole!
Please note, the parking deck will remain open until 7:30 to accommodate patrons attending the party.
The Season Finale After Party is Sponsored by Keiter CPAs.

Spirits & Music in Scott's Addition
2023-05-24 17:00 - 19:00 | River Hills Wealth Management Group (patio), 3019 W. Moore St., Ste. 100, Richmond, VA 23230, VA, 23230, United States
Join us from 5pm to 7pm for a special “happy hour” concert event in Richmond’s Scott’s Addition neighborhood. Enjoy the light classical stylings of a brass quintet; music begins at 6pm. Come early and stay late to mingle with friends and colleagues, enjoy the evening air on the spacious patio near River Hills Wealth Management Group and Daybreak IT Solutions, and sample a cocktail from Reservoir Distillery or a non-alcoholic beverage featuring the fruity and refreshing simple syrups of Crescent Simples. Your ticket is all-inclusive!
Make an evening of it, and after the show, check out one or more of the neighborhood’s fine food and beverage establishments or entertainment venues.
Parking available behind River Hills Wealth Management Group, off Altamont Avenue. Limited street parking is also available.

Chichester Psalms
2023-05-25 19:30 - 21:30 | Second Baptist Church, 9614 River Rd, Richmond , 23229
The Book of Psalms has been a treasure trove of beautiful text on sacred themes for composers for thousands of years. This concert features some of the best psalm settings across the choral canon, highlighting diverse and era-spanning styles. Conductor Anthony Blake Clark is delighted to share Bernstein’s Chichester Psalms, – the music of his teacher’s teacher. Daniel Stipe solos on organ for Handel’s As Pants the Hart.

VENUE:
SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH
9614 River Road
Richmond, VA 23229
https://secondbaptistrva.org/
Free Parking

Abner Clay Park, Jackson Ward
2023-05-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Abner Clay Park, Brook Rd & W Clay St, Richmond, VA, 23220, United States
This Big Tent event is the culmination of a partnership between the Children’s Book & Music Festival hosted at the Black History Museum & Cultural Center of Virginia (BHMVA) and presented by Dominion Energy, and YOUR Richmond Symphony! This FREE outdoor concert features the music of Florence Price, Joseph Bologne, and Virginia native, Adolphus Hailstork. BHMVA will also have special museum hours with family activities leading up to concert time. Join BHMVA and the Richmond Symphony on May 27!

Sponsored by the City of Richmond

Music in the Galleries 3
2023-05-28 15:00 - 17:00 | Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, 200 N. Arthur Ashe Blvd, Richmond, VA, 23220, United States
Experience works of art in VMFA’s galleries as the Richmond Symphony serenades your visit with a live performance. A collaboration between VMFA and the Richmond Symphony.
The Richmond Symphony presents a mixed trio of principal viola, Molly Sharp; principal flute, Mary Boodelll; and harp, Alicia Romeo. The trio will perform a program of all French Impressionist composers. This performance features the music of Claude Debussy, Erik Satie, Germaine Tailleferre, and others.

Youth Orchestra Auditions
2023-06-03 09:00 - 17:00 | James W. Black Music Center, 1015 Grove Ave, Richmond, VA, 23220, United States
We are hosting 2023-24 YOP auditions on Saturday, June 3 for students interested in joining the Richmond Symphony Youth Orchestra Program (YOP) or advancing to a new ensemble.
Visit https://richmondsymphonysom.com/yop-ensembles/ for more information and to sign up for an audition. Email education@richmondsymphony.com with any questions.
Auditions will be held at:
James W. Black Music Center
Virginia Commonwealth University
1015 Grove Ave.
Richmond, VA 23284
The Youth Orchestra Program is proudly sponsored by Hamilton Beach Brands. Click here to download a flyer.
