Nashville Hitmakers
Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, United StatesExperience 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. Click on the songwriter's […]
Music at Hardywood 1
Hardywood Park Craft Brewery Richmond 2408-2410 Ownby Lane, Richmond, VA, United StatesCelebrate 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 […]
Copland, Britten & Shaw
St. Christopher's School 6010 Fergusson Rd, Richmond, VA, United StatesExperience 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 […]
Copland, Britten & Shaw
Blackwell Auditorium at Randolph-Macon College 204 Henry Street, Ashland, VA, United StatesExperience 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 […]
Garden Glow
Maymont 1700 Hampton St, Richmond, VA, United StatesRichmond Symphony takes the stage for a special autumn-inspired performance on the glowing Carriage House Lawn at Maymont. Part of Garden Glow presented by Kroger, the performance will feature festive Oktoberfest-style favorites and seasonal selections. This unique evening combines live music with the magic of Maymont after dark. Before or after the performance, wander the […]
Brahms & Strauss
Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, United StatesValentina 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 […]
Brahms & Strauss
Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, United StatesValentina 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 […]
When the Saints Go Marchin’ In
Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, United StatesCelebrate 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." Included in the […]
Halloween Spooktacular
Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, United StatesFor 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 hits from Harry Potter, ET, and The Nightmare Before Christmas. Start your afternoon with our family Boo-Fest, featuring Halloween-themed crafts, games, face painting, an instrument petting zoo, and activities from […]
Rachmaninoff, Glass & Stravinsky
Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, United StatesViolinist 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. Be there for the pre-concert talk at 6:30