RPO @ RIT PAC: Mozart & Haydn

Your RPO will perform for the very first time at the brand-new RIT Performing Arts Center!
Music Director Andreas Delfs leads your RPO in a program highlighting Mozart, Haydn, and Lowell Liebermann.
Seating will be general admission.

ROCmusic Side-By-Side with RPO

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THE CONCERT IS FREE AND TICKETS ARE NOT REQUIRED.
This spring, the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra joins forces once again with ROCmusic for a free, one-of-a-kind side-by-side concert that is not to be missed. Together, these musicians take the stage to share an electrifying and beautifully diverse program that spans centuries and continents: from the sparkling wit of Mozart’s Le Nozze di Figaro Overture and the dramatic sweep of Verdi’s La forza del destino, to the jubilant, folk-infused energy of Florence Price’s Juba Dance and the irresistible fire of Khachaturian’s Masquerade Waltz and Gallop. The evening also features contemporary works including Joshua Fugate’s Graham’s Grand Adventure – performed alongside the Roberts Wesleyan University Chorale and Manor Singers Children’s Choir – as well as Soon Hee Newbold’s Voyager, William Hofeldt’s tender Lullaby, the Renaissance-inspired elegance of Warlock’s Capriol Suite, the beloved propulsion of Brahms’ Hungarian Dance No. 5, and a rousing close with the Baptiste & Sylvester arrangement of Brandenburg.
More than just a concert, this collaboration is a celebration of what music can do: bridge communities, inspire the next generation of artists, and remind us all why live performance matters.
Studio Strings Student Roster
VIOLIN
Allycia McClendon
Alyse Lawhorn
Aurora Medina
Cherish Lovett
Cleo Bearden
Emery Butterfield
Island Miles
Ivan Xaysongkham
Journee Robinson
Joy Cashner
Justice-Aleese Simmons
Layla Owens
Le’La Hale
Liza Osuch
Louis Zhu
Mia Calucho
Nina Muhammad
Sergio Navedo
Solana Dennis
Taegan Butterfield
Zara Dennis
Zoey Jackson
VIOLA
Alex Eckert
Ella Eckert
Mariah Campbell
Micah Crawford
Raúl Zambrana
Xiamar Rosario
CELLO
Abrehet Doris-Eaton
Alice Mackenzie
Elson Di Fiore
Isaac Weaver
Jeremias Jackson
Leo Weaver
Marlie Wilson
Matthew Bain
BASS
Alex Prescod
Delmus Holton
Neteiri Gilbert
Studio Strings Faculty
Anna Denfield, viola
Ciara McGuire, violin
David Ying, cello
Emma Goldberg, bass
Jherrard Hardeman, conductor
Rachel Mills, cello
Sophia Klin, violin
Dan Morehead, RPO Bass Mentor
James Marshall, RPO Viola Mentor
James Zabawa-Martinez, RPO Violin Mentor

FREE Around the Town Concert - East High School

This event is FREE but tickets are required.
RPO For All Sponsor
Supported by Christine Colucci
The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra brings its beloved Around the Town series to East High School Tuesday, April 28. An Evening of Overtures is the perfect introduction for first-time classical music listeners and a delightful treat for seasoned concert-goers alike because this concert reads like symphonic music’s “greatest hits”. Overtures are the cinematic opening statements of the operatic and theatrical world: compact, dramatic, and bursting with melody from the very first note. The program spans centuries and continents, opening with the infectious energy of Smetana’s Bartered Bride Overture (a whirlwind of Czech folk spirit) before traveling to the misty Scottish coastline with Mendelssohn’s hauntingly beautiful Hebrides Overture. Offenbach’s riotous Overture to Orpheus in the Underworld (yes, the one with that cancan) brings irresistible fun, while Tchaikovsky’s Romeo and Juliet Overture delivers one of the most achingly romantic melodies ever written. Strauss’ sparkling Die Fledermaus Overture conjures the glittering ballrooms of Vienna, and the evening closes with the wide-open Americana swagger of John Williams’ Cowboys Overture. Whether you’re a lifelong RPO devotee or stepping into the world of orchestral music for the very first time, this is one night you won’t want to miss — and best of all, it’s completely free.

RPO @ RIT: Bob Sneider Jazz Trio

This event is free and open to all.
The RPO at RIT series concludes this season with Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra’s Jazz Trio led by Bob Sneider on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 5:30pm in the Sklarsky Glass Box Theatre at the SHED.

RPO @ RIT: Brass Quintet

This event is free and open to all.
The RPO at RIT series continues with Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra’s Brass Quintet on Thursday, January 22, 2206 at 5:30pm in the SHED Atrium. The evening features ensemble members, Herb Smith (trumpet), David Breustle (trombone), Nathan Ukens (horn), Craig Sutherland (tuba), led by Wes Nance (trumpet).

Live from Hochstein

Join us for a free live radio broadcast from Hochstein Performance Hall. The RPO will perform selections from Mozart’s “Haffner” Symphony, along with music by Martinu and Beethoven.
Tickets are not required for this event.

FREE Around the Town Concert - Eastridge High School

Underwritten by Christine Colucci
RPO For All Sponsor
Join RPO Music Director Maestro Andreas Delfs and your RPO for Away from Home, a free Around the Town concert celebrating musical journeys across borders and imaginations. From Tchaikovsky’s Spanish Dance from Swan Lake and Nielsen’s exotic Oriental Festival March to Mendelssohn’s lively Italian Symphony and Dvořák’s soulful New World Symphony, each piece captures the wonder of exploring new worlds. The program concludes with Gershwin’s jazzy An American in Paris and John Williams’ soaring E.T.: Adventures on Earth, reminding us that adventure begins wherever the heart dares to wander.
This event is FREE and tickets are not required.

FREE Around the Town Concert - Fairport High School

Sensory-Friendly Concert

The event is free and general admission, but tickets are required.
Join us for a welcoming and inclusive Sensory-Friendly Concert designed for audiences of all ages and abilities to experience the beauty of orchestral music in a comfortable and relaxed setting. This program features a selection of joyful, lyrical, and engaging pieces, offering a journey through classical and modern favorites.
This sensory-friendly performance is designed to be a welcoming environment where audience members are encouraged to respond to the music in their own way. There will be a relaxed atmosphere with freedom to move, vocalize, or take a break as needed. We invite you to enjoy this special musical experience with us!
There will be a quiet room, therapy dog, and noise-reducing headphones available to borrow.
Social Narrative
We have curated a social narrative comprising photos and text that outlines what you and your family can expect at this concert. Prior to attending, reading this social narrative prepares you and your family for a positive concert hall experience.
The Sensory Friendly Concert is part of the Care & Wellness Initiative generously supported by
Kathleen Breneman Fund, the Sheila Konar Fund, and Music Performance Trust Fund

Spring Around the Town Concert

The event is free and tickets are not required.
Concert will feature Weijun Wang (piano), winner of the RPL’s 2024 Young Artist Auditions.

RPO @ RIT (String Orchestra)

This program offers a deeply evocative and atmospheric journey through contemporary classical music, with each piece exploring themes of light, reflection, and emotional depth.
Overall, this concert presents a journey from brilliance and movement into introspection and stillness, blending modern sound worlds with deeply expressive, human themes. It’s a program that resonates emotionally, inviting listeners into a space of contemplation, beauty, and depth.
This event is free and open to all, but registration is encouraged.

ROCmusic & RPO Side-By-Side

Concert will feature RPO side-by-side with students from ROCmusic. It will also feature guest artist Peyton Crony, a ROCmusic alum who is a senior at School of the Arts and also the principal violist of RPYO.
THE CONCERT IS FREE AND TICKETS ARE NOT REQUIRED.