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A Symphony of Seasons: Roanoke Symphony Orchestra's Enchanting Musical Journey

Step into a world of exquisite melodies and captivating performances as the Roanoke Symphony Orchestra invites you to a spectacular series of musical events. From the festive charm of the 'Holiday Pops Spectacular' with 'Big Mike' from American Idol, to the grandeur of Carmina Burana's 'O Fortuna', this season is set to be an unforgettable celebration of sound. Join us as we explore a diverse array of concerts, each promising to transport audiences to new realms of musical delight.

Nov 29, 2024

1. Holiday Pops Spectacular

Join us for an unbeatable holiday concert filled with the sounds of the season with American Idol star “Big Mike”.

Dec 6, 2024

Roanoke Symphony Orchestra

Taliaferro Complex

2. Holiday Brass

Just in time for the holidays, enjoy the amazing performers from the RSO Brass section. They will dazzle you with their brilliant sound and put you in the spirit of the season!

Dec 13, 2024

Roanoke Symphony Orchestra

Roanoke, VA · Cave Spring United Methodist

3. Handel’s Messiah

David Stewart Wiley leads the RSO Virtuosi and RSO Chorus in this holiday favorite, Handel’s Messiah, featuring the iconic “Hallelujah” Chorus.

Dec 17, 2024

Roanoke Symphony Orchestra

Holy Spirit Catholic Church

4. Piano Spectacular

Join us for a special “coffee hour” triple-piano Destination concert, featuring exciting music for multiple keyboards with Maestro Wiley & friends.

Jan 25, 2025

Roanoke Symphony Orchestra

Roanoke, VA · Grandin Court Baptist Church

5. Classical Connections

Under the direction of guest conductor Chelsea Tipton, the RSO explores a classical concert with one of Beethoven’s early Viennese masterworks, Symphony No. 2. In addition, we will perform some truly beautiful works by Mozart, Bach, and Haydn’s Sinfonia Concertante featuring our RSO principal players.

Feb 15, 2025

Roanoke Symphony Orchestra

Roanoke, VA · Jefferson Center

6. Duo Amabile

Join our very own Matvey Lapin & Katya Lapin from Duo Amabile in the 150th Anniversary celebration of Fritz Kreisler, the man, the musician, the violin legend.

Feb 25, 2025

Roanoke Symphony Orchestra

Virginia Beach, VA · Heights Community Church

7. Symphonic Favorites

In the epic work Finlandia, Sibelius captures the passion of Finnish pride. Join the RSO in a one night concert experience featuring Brahms’s Symphony No. 1, Finlandia, and Prokofiev’s beloved Violin Concerto No. 2. Don’t miss this concert experience that gives heart to the spirit and melodies of Europe.

Mar 8, 2025

Roanoke Symphony Orchestra

Roanoke, VA · Berglund Center

8. “O Fortuna” Carmina Burana

Experience the raw intensity of Carmina Burana, an exhilarating ode to fate and fortune, harnessing the forces of operatic vocalists, choirs, and the full symphony orchestra.

Apr 6, 2025

Roanoke Symphony Orchestra

Roanoke, VA · Berglund Center

9. An Innocent Man: The Music of Billy Joel

The Music of Billy Joel features some of the most iconic melodies ever recorded, including Only the Good Die Young, She’s Always a Woman, We Didn’t Start the Fire, Uptown Girl and more … Join us for a fun and fantastic night celebrating the “Piano Man” with your RSO!

Apr 18, 2025

Roanoke Symphony Orchestra

Taliaferro Complex

10. Portraits of America

The sounds of America give us a shared sense of place, from Ellington’s Giggling Rapids to Copland’s Simple Gifts, and even our own Blue Ridge Spirit. Join the RSO in our season finale, featuring our own Jeff Midkiff and beautiful works of some of America’s greatest composers.

Apr 26, 2025

Roanoke Symphony Orchestra

Roanoke, VA · Jefferson Center

Conclusion

The Roanoke Symphony Orchestra’s upcoming season is a musical feast, offering something special for everyone. From classical masterpieces to modern tributes, this series celebrates the diversity and richness of musical traditions. Each concert is a unique journey, bringing together talented artists and timeless compositions to create memorable experiences. Join us in these celebrations of sound, where every performance promises to resonate with the heart and soul, leaving audiences inspired by the universal language of music.

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