BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Richmond Symphony - ECPv6.15.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Richmond Symphony REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T193000 DTSTAMP:20260913T135855 CREATED:20260612T203551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T200746Z UID:36025-1791055800-1791055800@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Horn & Serenade: Strauss & Brahms DESCRIPTION:Experience an evening of timeless orchestral masterworks led by conductor\, Hae Lee. Featuring Erin Lano\, Richard Strauss’s Horn Concerto No. 1 dazzles with virtuosic brilliance\, showcasing the horn’s heroic character and lyrical warmth in a work filled with youthful energy and sweeping melodies. In contrast\, Brahms’s Serenade No. 2 offers a richly textured and intimate sound world\, creating a warm\, mellow palette and its graceful movements unfolding with elegance and depth. Together\, these beloved works highlight the expressive beauty and craftsmanship of the Romantic era. \n  URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/horn-and-serenade-strauss-brahms/ LOCATION:St. Christopher’s School\, 6010 Fergusson Rd\, Richmond\, VA\, 23226\, United States CATEGORIES:Metro Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Horn-Erin-Lano-RVA-Symphony-Headshots-11-02-24-086-Small-e1781296532845.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Richmond Symphony":MAILTO:patronservices@richmondsymphony.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T150000 DTSTAMP:20260913T135855 CREATED:20260612T203647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T171550Z UID:36029-1791126000-1791126000@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Horn & Serenade: Strauss & Brahms DESCRIPTION:Experience an evening of timeless orchestral masterworks led by conductor\, Hae Lee. Featuring Erin Lano\, Richard Strauss’s Horn Concerto No. 1 dazzles with virtuosic brilliance\, showcasing the horn’s heroic character and lyrical warmth in a work filled with youthful energy and sweeping melodies. In contrast\, Brahms’s Serenade No. 2 offers a richly textured and intimate sound world\, creating a warm\, mellow palette and its graceful movements unfolding with elegance and depth. Together\, these beloved works highlight the expressive beauty and craftsmanship of the Romantic era.  \nBe there for the pre-concert talk at 2:00 URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/horn-and-serenade-strauss-brahms-2/ LOCATION:Blackwell Auditorium at Randolph-Macon College\, 204 Henry Street\, Ashland\, VA\, 23005\, United States CATEGORIES:Metro Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Horn-Erin-Lano-RVA-Symphony-Headshots-11-02-24-086-Small-e1781296532845.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Richmond Symphony":MAILTO:patronservices@richmondsymphony.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T190000 DTSTAMP:20260913T135855 CREATED:20260519T143453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T144718Z UID:35758-1791572400-1791572400@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Nashville Hitmakers DESCRIPTION:Experience the stories behind the hits in this intimate evening of music and storytelling. Featuring Hall of Fame songwriters Victoria Shaw and Gary Burr alongside Richmond’s own Carrie Brockwell\, this program brings Nashville’s biggest songs to life with the Richmond Symphony. Hear the songs you love—and the stories that made them. \nClick on the songwriter’s image below to learn more about their careers!\n \n\n \n \n \n Gary Burr \n \n \n Long before his induction into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2005\, Gary Burr had already established himself as one of the most respected songwriters in the music industry. Widely known in Nashville as a songwriter's songwriter\, Burr has earned more than 20 ASCAP Awards\, multiple Songwriter of the Year honors\, and a reputation for crafting songs that stand the test of time. \n  \nHis impressive catalog spans country\, pop\, and adult contemporary music\, with hit songs including "That's My Job" (Conway Twitty)\,"I Try to Think About Elvis" (Patty Loveless)\,"Can't Be Really Gone" (Tim McGraw)\,"In a Week or Two" (Diamond Rio)\,"To Be Loved By You" (Wynonna)\, and "Love's Been a Little Bit Hard on Me" (Juice Newton). \n  \nHis songwriting talents have also reached the pop charts through songs recorded by artists such as Kelly Clarkson\, Michael Bolton\, Clay Aiken\, Ricky Martin\, and Christina Aguilera. \n  \nWhat sets Burr apart is his remarkable versatility. Whether writing an emotional ballad\, a radio-ready country hit\, or a crossover pop success\, he has a unique ability to capture complex emotions in simple\, memorable lyrics. \n  \nHis collaborators have included legendary artists such as Carole King\, Kenny Loggins\, and Ringo Starr\, further cementing his place among music's most respected creative voices. \n  \nLearn More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Victoria Shaw \n \n \n When Victoria Shaw was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2024\, it marked the culmination of a career that has helped shape modern country music. Known for writing songs that blend emotional honesty with unforgettable melodies\, Shaw emerged as one of Nashville's defining hitmakers in the 1990s\, earning a CMA Triple Play Award for writing three No. 1 songs in a single year.\n \n\nHer catalog includes some of country music's most enduring favorites\, including "The River" (Garth Brooks)\,"She's Every Woman" (Garth Brooks)\,"I Love the Way You Love Me" (John Michael Montgomery)\, and "Too Busy Being in Love" (Doug Stone). These songs helped define an era of country music and remain staples for fans today.\n \n\n\nBeyond country radio\, Shaw's songwriting has reached audiences around the world through songs such as "Nobody Wants to Be Lonely" (Ricky Martin & Christina Aguilera)\, demonstrating her rare ability to connect across genres.\n \n\nWhat makes Shaw especially beloved in Nashville is her gift for storytelling. Her songs often begin with deeply personal emotions and evolve into universal experiences\, allowing listeners to see their own lives reflected in the music.\n \nLearn More\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nIncluded in the Pops @ Carpenter curated subscription package URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/nashville-hitmakers/ LOCATION:Carpenter Theatre\, 612 East Grace Street\, Richmond \, VA\, 23219\, United States CATEGORIES:Pops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Website-POPS1-1280x768-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Richmond Symphony":MAILTO:patronservices@richmondsymphony.com GEO:37.5415432;-77.43695 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street Richmond VA 23219 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=612 East Grace Street:geo:-77.43695,37.5415432 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T183000 DTSTAMP:20260913T135855 CREATED:20260625T131447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T131447Z UID:36291-1792089000-1792089000@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Music at Hardywood 1 DESCRIPTION:Celebrate an evening of lively winds and brass inspired by the warmth and festivity of Gemütlichkeit. From Bach’s intricate brilliance to the joyful dances of Schubert and the Strauss family\, this program blends classical masterworks with beloved European folk tunes. Featuring favorites like Beer Barrel Polka and Ein Prosit\, this concert captures the spirit of the concert hall and the beer hall alike—spirited\, communal\, and full of energy. URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/music-at-hardywood-1-3/ LOCATION:Hardywood Park Craft Brewery Richmond\, 2408-2410 Ownby Lane\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States CATEGORIES:Hardywood ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Hardywood.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Richmond Symphony":MAILTO:patronservices@richmondsymphony.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T193000 DTSTAMP:20260913T135855 CREATED:20260612T203355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T160851Z UID:36033-1792265400-1792265400@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Copland\, Britten & Shaw DESCRIPTION:Experience a compelling evening of music led by Richard Robbins and featuring the Richmond Symphony and Richmond Symphony Chorus. This program brings together Caroline Shaw’s To the Hands\, a moving and thought-provoking work for choir and strings; Britten’s vibrant Sinfonietta\, Op. 1\, brimming with youthful energy and color; and his luminous choral miniature “Concord” from Gloriana. The concert concludes with Copland’s “The Promise of Living” from The Tender Land\, a heartfelt and uplifting tribute to shared purpose and hope. Be there for an unforgettable concert that weaves together voices and instruments in a powerful celebration of unity and expression.  URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/copland-britten-shaw-2/ LOCATION:St. Christopher’s School\, 6010 Fergusson Rd\, Richmond\, VA\, 23226\, United States CATEGORIES:Metro Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Chorus-Copland-Britten-Shaw-Web-Featured-Image.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Richmond Symphony":MAILTO:patronservices@richmondsymphony.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T150000 DTSTAMP:20260913T135855 CREATED:20260612T203324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T160940Z UID:36035-1792335600-1792335600@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Copland\, Britten & Shaw DESCRIPTION:Experience a compelling evening of music led by Richard Robbins and featuring the Richmond Symphony and Richmond Symphony Chorus. This program brings together Caroline Shaw’s To the Hands\, a moving and thought-provoking work for choir and strings; Britten’s vibrant Sinfonietta\, Op. 1\, brimming with youthful energy and color; and his luminous choral miniature “Concord” from Gloriana. The concert concludes with Copland’s “The Promise of Living” from The Tender Land\, a heartfelt and uplifting tribute to shared purpose and hope. Be there for an unforgettable concert that weaves together voices and instruments in a powerful celebration of unity and expression.  \nBe there for the pre-concert talk at 2:00 URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/copland-britten-shaw/ LOCATION:Blackwell Auditorium at Randolph-Macon College\, 204 Henry Street\, Ashland\, VA\, 23005\, United States CATEGORIES:Metro Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Chorus-Copland-Britten-Shaw-Web-Featured-Image.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Richmond Symphony":MAILTO:patronservices@richmondsymphony.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T193000 DTSTAMP:20260913T135855 CREATED:20260130T164214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T175617Z UID:35167-1792870200-1792870200@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Brahms & Strauss DESCRIPTION:Save with a Symphony Series Subscription! \n \n\n \n \n \n Symphony Series Subscribers get access to premium seating at the best available prices.\nPurchase before September 18 to receive a free Pops concert with your subscription. Purchase online or by calling Patron Services Mon-Fri 9-5pm at 804.788.1212 x2.\nTo learn more about the 2026-27 Symphony Series Season\, click here. \n\n\n \n \n \nValentina Peleggi leads a program rich in character\, reflection\, and musical storytelling. Strauss’ Der Rosenkavalier Suite opens the evening with its sumptuous orchestration\, sparkling waltzes\, and nostalgic elegance. The program then turns to Stars and Sand by Richmond-born composer Mary Howe\, whose evocative score captures both lyric beauty and a distinctive American voice. The evening culminates with Brahms’ sweeping and deeply personal Piano Concerto No. 1\, featuring the return of acclaimed pianist Jon Kimura Parker in one of the repertoire’s most powerful and emotionally compelling works. \nBe there for the pre-concert talk at 6:30 URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/ss2-brahms-and-strauss/2026-10-24/ LOCATION:Carpenter Theatre\, 612 East Grace Street\, Richmond \, VA\, 23219\, United States CATEGORIES:Concerts & Events,Symphony Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Jon-Kimura-Parker-Web-Featured-Image-2226-x-1252.png ORGANIZER;CN="Richmond Symphony":MAILTO:patronservices@richmondsymphony.com GEO:37.5415432;-77.43695 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street Richmond VA 23219 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=612 East Grace Street:geo:-77.43695,37.5415432 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T150000 DTSTAMP:20260913T135855 CREATED:20260130T164214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T175348Z UID:35172-1792940400-1792940400@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Brahms & Strauss DESCRIPTION:Save with a Symphony Series Subscription! \n \n\n \n \n \n Symphony Series Subscribers get access to premium seating at the best available prices.\nPurchase before September 18 to receive a free Pops concert with your subscription. Purchase online or by calling Patron Services Mon-Fri 9-5pm at 804.788.1212 x2.\nTo learn more about the 2026-27 Symphony Series Season\, click here. \n\n\n \n \n \nValentina Peleggi leads a program rich in character\, reflection\, and musical storytelling. Strauss’ Der Rosenkavalier Suite opens the evening with its sumptuous orchestration\, sparkling waltzes\, and nostalgic elegance. The program then turns to Stars and Sand by Richmond-born composer Mary Howe\, whose evocative score captures both lyric beauty and a distinctive American voice. The evening culminates with Brahms’ sweeping and deeply personal Piano Concerto No. 1\, featuring the return of acclaimed pianist Jon Kimura Parker in one of the repertoire’s most powerful and emotionally compelling works. \nBe there for the pre-concert talk at 2:00 URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/ss2-brahms-and-strauss-2026-10-25/ LOCATION:Carpenter Theatre\, 612 East Grace Street\, Richmond \, VA\, 23219\, United States CATEGORIES:Concerts & Events,Symphony Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Jon-Kimura-Parker-Web-Featured-Image-2226-x-1252.png ORGANIZER;CN="Richmond Symphony":MAILTO:patronservices@richmondsymphony.com GEO:37.5415432;-77.43695 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street Richmond VA 23219 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=612 East Grace Street:geo:-77.43695,37.5415432 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261030T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261030T190000 DTSTAMP:20260913T135855 CREATED:20260519T143608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T182330Z UID:35766-1793386800-1793386800@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:When the Saints Go Marchin' In DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the spirit of American music with a joyful journey through New Orleans jazz\, blues\, and gospel. Led by the charismatic Byron Stripling\, this high-energy program captures the heart and soul of a uniquely American sound. The evening builds to a rousing finale with the timeless “When the Saints Go Marchin’ In.” \nIncluded in the Pops @ Carpenter & Classic Pops curated subscription packages URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/when-the-saints-go-marchin-in/ LOCATION:Carpenter Theatre\, 612 East Grace Street\, Richmond \, VA\, 23219\, United States CATEGORIES:Pops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Website-POPS2-WHEN-THE-SAINTS-NO-TEXT-1280x768px.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Richmond Symphony":MAILTO:patronservices@richmondsymphony.com GEO:37.5415432;-77.43695 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street Richmond VA 23219 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=612 East Grace Street:geo:-77.43695,37.5415432 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261031T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261031T160000 DTSTAMP:20260913T135855 CREATED:20260519T195801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T152644Z UID:35920-1793458800-1793462400@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Halloween Spooktacular DESCRIPTION:For this Halloween\, the Richmond Symphony brings the thrills to the stage—mixing classical favorites like Danse Macabre and Night on Bald Mountain with cinematic and Broadway hits from Harry Potter\, The Phantom of the Opera\, and The Nightmare Before Christmas. \nNOTE: Kids age 2 and under are considered Babes in Arms and do not require a ticket if seated in an Adult’s lap. URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/halloween-spooktacular-4/ LOCATION:Carpenter Theatre\, 612 East Grace Street\, Richmond \, VA\, 23219\, United States CATEGORIES:Atlantic Union Bank LolliPops,Concerts & Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Halloween.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Richmond Symphony":MAILTO:patronservices@richmondsymphony.com GEO:37.5415432;-77.43695 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street Richmond VA 23219 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=612 East Grace Street:geo:-77.43695,37.5415432 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR