Upcoming Concerts
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- Pops Season Opener: ARETHA! The Music of Aretha Franklin -
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- The Nutcracker with Rochester City Ballet -
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Red, White and Boom!
The RPO returns to CMAC for the first time since 2021. Fans will celebrate America’s birthday with the RPO and enjoy stirring Sousa spectaculars, favorite toe-tappers, and inspiring anthems as the orchestra performs favorite red, white and blue melodies complete with fireworks! Red, White & Boom! should provide blasts from the past for the many…
RPO @ Red Wings
6:05 PM Game | 8:30 PM Concert* Innovative Field Come for the game, stay for the music! The Rochester Red Wings take on the Buffalo Bisons for a 3-game series in the Fourth of July weekend. After Saturday's game, RPO Guest Conductor Matthew Kraemer takes the podium with a special appearance by acclaimed New York-based…
City of Rochester Parks Series: Bob Sneider Trio
Relax after work as the popular Rochester City Parks Series returns with intimate performances Tuesday nights in Rochester neighborhoods featuring RPO ensembles. The Bob Sneider Trio plays at Barrington Park/Park Ave. Bring your lawn chair or blanket. The concert is FREE and tickets are not required. In the event of inclement weather (determined by RPO…
RPO @ SUNY Brockport (Erie Canal Bicentennial)
Celebrate 200 years of the Erie Canal with your RPO! This concert launches the Village of Brockport Summer Serenades concert series. Head to SUNY Brockport for a program of iconic folk music celebrating the village's unique sense of place and rich canal heritage. The concert launches the Brockport Summer Serenades series and was made possible by…
RPO @ Ontario Beach
Grab a custard, unfold that lawn chair, and take in those lovely lake breezes as the RPO performs in the pavilion in Ontario Beach Park. Concerts by the Shore is a 36-year Rochester tradition, providing many a perfect summer night on the shore of Great Lake Ontario. Wegmans has generously sponsored the series since its inception;…
RPO Under The Stars
Co-produced with the City of Rochester, the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra will perform Music from Stage & Screen outdoors under the stars. This program is a sweeping celebration of iconic American music we've heard in popular movies and musicals. The hills will be alive with Rodgers' beloved Sound of Music. John Williams’ Lincoln: With Malice Toward None offers a moment…
RPO @ Perinton Center Stage Concert Series
The Town of Perinton’s Center Stage Summer Concert Series brings live music to the Perinton Amphitheater. The Fairport High School Band takes the stage at 6 PM with your RPO performing around 7:30 PM. Food and beverage concessions feature the Lion's Club, Casa Larga Vineyards, and MollyV's Ice Cream. The event is free and tickets…
City of Rochester Parks Series: Wind Quintet
Relax after work as the popular Rochester City Parks Series returns with intimate performances Tuesday nights in Rochester neighborhoods featuring RPO ensembles. 5 RPO woodwind and brass players play at Susan B. Anthony Square Park. Bring your lawn chair or blanket. The concert is FREE and tickets are not required. In the event of inclement weather (determined by RPO staff),…
RPO @ Bristol Mountain
Join your RPO and Music Director Andreas Delfs for a night offering music everyone can enjoy! Tickets: Adult - General Admission: $18 (all-in pricing includes service fees); Kids under 18 FREE! FREE for ticket holders: This year we’re continuing to provide kid-friendly pre-concert activities (5:30–7:15 PM)! Enjoy an inflatable obstacle course, axe throwing station, 3…
RPO @ SUNY Geneseo
Join your RPO and Music Director Andreas Delfs for a star-spangled program that ends with a bang, as the RPO performs “The Stars and Stripes Forever” to accompany a spectacular fireworks display.
City of Rochester Park Series: String Quartet
Relax after work as the popular Rochester City Parks Series returns with intimate performances Tuesday nights in Rochester neighborhoods featuring RPO ensembles. 4 RPO string players perform at the Maplewood Rose Garden. Bring your lawn chair or blanket. The concert is FREE and tickets are not required. In the event of inclement weather (determined by RPO staff), the concert will…
RPO @ Temple B’rith Kodesh
For tickets, call 585-244-7060 x229 or email info@tbk.org
RPO Outdoors @ Inlet
The RPO with guest conductor Matthew Kraemer return to the Adirondacks for the final concert of the RPO Outdoors series. Schedule: 3PM: FREE Instrument Petting Zoo under the tent at Arrowhead Park. An instrument petting zoo allows children and families to explore, touch, and play a variety of musical instruments in a fun and interactive setting.…
NOTE NEW LOCATION: City of Rochester Park Series: Marimba Band
LOCATION CHANGE: Relax after work as the popular Rochester City Parks Series returns with intimate performances Tuesday nights in Rochester neighborhoods featuring RPO ensembles. RPO percussionists will perform marimba music at the International Plaza. Bring your lawn chair or blanket. The concert is FREE and tickets are not required. In the event of inclement weather (determined by RPO staff), the…
Mozart & Poulenc
Series sponsored by the official coffee of the RPO and An Afternoon of Intimate Brilliance Our Sunday Matinees at Naz Series opens with a journey through wit, charm, and radiant beauty. In the warm acoustics of the intimate Beston Hall, the RPO invites you to step closer to the music. We begin with the…
25/26 Season Opener! Breathtaking Barber
Sponsored by The Fred M. and Lurita D. Wechsler Endowment Fund Philharmonics Media Sponsor: The lights dim. Music Director Andreas Delfs takes the podium. A low pulse rises—Mason Bates’ Mothership…
25/26 Pops Season Opener: Summer Breeze: Yacht Rock Classics
Concert sponsored by Series sponsored by and Set sail with your RPO on a musical journey where the smooth sounds of the ’70s and ’80s come to life in…
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…
Fire & Fantasy
Prepare for a night of fire and fantasy as Paolo Bortolameolli leads the RPO. Wagner’s Overture to The Flying Dutchman evokes the raging sea, ghostly fate, and redemptive love that…
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.
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ Part 2— In Concert
Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre 60 Gibbs Street, Rochester, NY, United StatesIn the epic finale, the battle between the good and evil forces of the Wizarding World™ escalates into an all-out war. The stakes have never been higher and no one…
BEETHOVEN FESTIVAL: WEEK 1 (Program A with Jonathan Biss)
Experience the genius of Beethoven in the first weekend of the RPO’s All-Beethoven Festival, led by Andreas Delfs. On October 23, pianist Jonathan Biss brings grandeur to Piano Concerto No. 2, alongside the heroic Egmont Overture and groundbreaking “Eroica” Symphony. Check out the other 3 concerts in the All Beethoven Festival: Saturday, October 25 -…
BEETHOVEN FESTIVAL: WEEK 1 (Program B with RPO soloists)
Concert supported by Jon and Kathy Schumacher Experience the genius of Beethoven in the first weekend of the RPO’s All-Beethoven Festival, led by Andreas Delfs. On October 25, RPO soloists Juliana Athayde, Ahrim Kim, and Chiao-Wen Cheng shine in the Triple Concerto, paired with the dramatic Leonore Overture No. 3 and the iconic Symphony No.…
Monster Melodies
With Halloween just around the corner, get ready for a spook-tacular time with your RPO! Join us for a fang-tastic musical adventure that will have your little ghouls and goblins dancing in their seats. Costumes are strongly encouraged—even your RPO musicians dress up! Join us 1 hour pre-concert (1 PM) for engaging themed activities! Get…
BEETHOVEN FESTIVAL: WEEK 2 (Program A Benjamin Beilman)
Concert supported by Karen Duguid and Wally Johnson The All-Beethoven Festival continues with extraordinary programs conducted by Maestro Delfs. On October 30, violinist Benjamin Beilman brings lyricism and virtuosity to Beethoven’s Violin Concerto, alongside the dramatic Fidelio Overture and the serene beauty of the “Pastoral” Symphony. Check out the other 3 concerts in the All…
BEETHOVEN FESTIVAL: WEEK 2 (Program B Jon Nakamatsu)
The All-Beethoven Festival continues with two extraordinary programs conducted by Maestro Delfs. On November 1, pianist Jon Nakamatsu sparkles in the composer’s bold Piano Concerto No. 1, paired with the gripping Coriolan Overture and the rhythmic energy of the Seventh Symphony. Check out the other 3 concerts in the All Beethoven Festival: Thursday, October 23…
FREE Around the Town Concert – Fairport 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…
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…
JAWS In Concert—50th Anniversary
Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the original summer movie blockbuster, with an Academy Award®-winning score by composer John Williams, JAWS is an unforgettable film-with-live-orchestra experience! Directed by Academy Award® winner Steven Spielberg, JAWS set the standard for edge-of-your-seat suspense, quickly becoming a cultural phenomenon and forever changing the movie industry. When the seaside community of…
A Soul Symphony: Where Gospel Meets Orchestra
Experience the power and spirit of between the Eastman School of Music, the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra, and a dynamic community gospel choir. This inspiring concert celebrates the richness of African American musical traditions through the works of legendary Sunday and contemporary composers. From William Grant Still’s majestic to the soul-stirring gospel of Richard Smallwood and…
Tchaikovsky’s Sleeping Beauty
Journey through a night of vivid storytelling. Gabriela Ortiz’s Kauyumari opens with mystical energy, inspired by the sacred blue deer of the Huichol people. The Chicago Tribune deems Karen Gomyo…
Fiesta Sinfonica: A Symphonic Celebration
Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre 60 Gibbs Street, Rochester, NY, United StatesNOTE: The dates on this concert have changed due to a scheduling conflict. Original dates: Friday and Saturday, April 24 & 25, 2026 Get ready for rhythm as the Mambo…
RPYO Pops! with Jeff Tyzik
Series sponsored by RPO Principal Pops Conductor Jeff Tyzik and RPO trumpeter Herb Smith co-conduct the RPYO’s fall concert, packed with movie themes, dance rhythms, and audience favorites. From John Williams’ iconic film scores to Jeff Tyzik’s own Three Latin Dances, it’s a program that celebrates the energy and fun of pops. Tickets are pay-what-you-want…
THE NUTCRACKER with Rochester City Ballet
Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre 60 Gibbs Street, Rochester, NY, United StatesYour Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra and Rochester City Ballet celebrate 26 years of a holiday tradition: The Nutcracker at Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre! Be whisked away to a magical land…
Frosty In Snowland
Join your RPO for a magical winter wonderland featuring music celebrating all winter holidays and sparkling seasonal surprises! With festive fun and a snow adventure on stage, this heartwarming event is the perfect way to celebrate the season with live music together! Come 1 hour before the concert starts for engaging themed activities including making…
Mozart & Britten
Series sponsored by the official coffee of the RPO and Join Music Director Andreas Delfs in the intimate setting of Beston Hall on the campus of Nazareth University for our popular Sunday Matinees at Naz Series!
Gala Holiday Pops
NOTE: There will not be a pre-concert chat prior to the concert. Concert sponsored by and Holiday Sponsor: Series sponsored by and Come in from the cold and celebrate…
Romance & Revelation
Concert supported by Deborah Ronnen, The Rosenberg Opera Fund, and Bruce Jacobs Welcome back GRAMMY winner Yefim Bronfman to the RPO as we usher in the new year! Experience an evening of stirring beauty and heartfelt expression as Andreas Delfs leads the RPO in Romance & Revelation. Yefim Bronfman's commanding artistry and deep musical insight bring Schumann’s…
The Sounds of Laurel Canyon: Rock Legends of the ’60s and ’70s
Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre 60 Gibbs Street, Rochester, NY, United StatesJourney back to the ’60s and ’70s California rock scene with a tribute to the legendary artists who defined a generation and continue to inspire countless artists today. This unforgettable concert will transport audiences from Kodak Hall to Laurel Canyon, the creative birthplace of timeless music of groundbreaking artists such as The Mamas & The…
OrKIDStra: I Have a Dream
Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a concert your whole family will remember. Join conductor Herb Smith and the RPO at Hochstein Performance Hall for a powerful afternoon of music, narration, and storytelling that brings Dr. King’s legacy of hope, courage, and unity to life. This special program features inspiring works alongside performances by…
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).
DANCE FESTIVAL: American Masters With Garth Fagan Dance
LOOKING FOR DANCE FESTIVAL WEEK 2? January 31-February 1: Jean-Yves Thibaudet and Rochester City Ballet Venue Partner Concert supported by David and Claudia Weber Music that truly moves – join your RPO for a 2-week Dance Festival highlighting two prestigious local dance companies. The first week highlights American Masters and features Garth Fagan Dance who…
DANCE FESTIVAL: Jean-Yves Thibaudet and Rochester City Ballet
Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre 60 Gibbs Street, Rochester, NY, United StatesThe Dance Festival continues with a remarkable fusion of music and movement, led by Andreas Delfs. The evening begins with Brahms' Tragic Overture before piano virtuoso Jean-Yves Thibaudet performs Liszt's Piano Concerto No. 2. Rochester City Ballet then brings Shakespeare’s greatest love story to life in Prokofiev’s Romeo & Juliet Suite No 2. Passion, finesse,…
Endless Love: R&B Love Songs and Duets
Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre 60 Gibbs Street, Rochester, NY, United StatesConcert sponsored by Series sponsored by and Grab your sweetheart and join RPO’s own Herb Smith for his Pops Series conducting debut! Two of Broadway’s best, Chester Gregory (The Jackie…
Saint-Saëns & Mendelssohn
Celebrate love and passion this Valentine’s Day with the remarkable artistry of Martina Filjak as she shines on Saint-Saëns’ Piano Concerto No. 2. Lina González-Granados leads the RPO with Mendelssohn’s…
RPO @ RIT: Marimba Band
This event is free and open to all. The RPO at RIT series continues with Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra’s Marimba Band on Friday, February 13, 2026 at 5:30pm in the SHED…
Dazzling Dvořák
POST CONCERT EXPERIENCE Meet & greet with Paul Huang in the Oval Lobby at intermission (~8:20 PM) Join the RPO for a night of intensity! Marcelo Lehninger leads a provocative…
RYP x RPO: Mix & Music
Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes and off the stage at the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra? Come find out! Mix & Music is an evening of live performance, conversation, and connection.…
Baroque to Brilliance
Concert supported by Dr. Victor Poleshuck, Richard Sterns & Suzanna Rubright, and Dr. and Mrs. Sidney H. Sobel Post-concert champagne toast sponsor Prepare to be dazzled as “one of the most…
Heroes and Villains: Movie Music Classics
Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre 60 Gibbs Street, Rochester, NY, United StatesSponsored by Official Caterer Supported by Andrew J. Burke - Associate Real Estate Broker, Series sponsored by and A musical thrill ride with your RPO – legendary scores from your…
Mozart & Prokofiev – SOLD OUT
Concert sponsored by Lydia Palmer, RICP Series sponsored by PLEASE NOTE: Tickets for this concert are no longer available online. A limited number of tickets will be available the…
Brahms in Bloom
Concert sponsored by Concert supported by Deborah Ronnen, Karen Duguid & Wally Johnson, and Sam & Mimi Tilton Immerse yourself in a night of soaring melodies and profound beauty as…
Windborne’s The Music of Led Zeppelin
Kodak Center (200 Ridge Rd) 200 W Ridge Rd, Rochester, NY, United StatesExperience the power and intensity of Zeppelin’s legendary catalog brought to life by your RPO in a high-voltage symphonic rock show led by conductor and arranger Brent Havens. This is…
Space!
NOTE: The dates on this concert have changed due to a scheduling conflict Original dates: Friday and Saturday, November 21 & 22, 2025 Concert sponsored by Series sponsored by…
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…
ROCmusic Side-By-Side with RPO
RPO For All Sponsor Concert sponsored by Concert supported by THE CONCERT IS FREE AND TICKETS ARE NOT REQUIRED. This spring, the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra joins forces once again with…
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,…
The Music of Tina Turner
All hail the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll! Superstar singers LaKisha Jones, Nova Y. Payton, and Armando Imagines will take you on a journey through Tina Turner’s legendary musical career…
Rhythm & Romance
CONCERT SPONSORED BY Experience a mesmerizing fusion of musical worlds as the legendary Wu Man brings the haunting beauty of the pipa to life in Zhao Jiping’s Pipa Concerto. The…
Mother Goose with Rochester City Ballet
Concert sponsored by (Bruce Marche, Matthew Geherin, Kristen Storey, and Matthew Hettinga) and Series sponsored In Loving Memory of Lenore P. Lesser Classic fairytales come to life with your RPO…
Broadway in Hollywood!
Sponsored by Series sponsored by and Evan Roider leads your RPO on a musical journey from Broadway to Hollywood, with show-stopping hits from favorite stage-to-screen sensations including Wicked, West Side…
Mozart & Haydn
Series sponsored by Join Music Director Andreas Delfs in the intimate setting of Beston Hall on the campus of Nazareth University for our popular Sunday Matinees at Naz Series!
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…
RPO 25/26 Season Gala
This celebration of the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra’s 2025-26 Season brings you an evening filled with Voices of Today! This fantastic night includes cocktails, dinner, and a full orchestra performance conducted…
Season Finale: Carmina Burana
The season reaches a thrilling climax as Andreas Delfs leads the RPO, the Rochester Oratorio Society, Bach Children's Chorus of Rochester, and powerhouse soloists in Carl Orff’s electrifying Carmina Burana—a…
PHILS SPECIAL: RPO @ Fringe Contemporary Works with Theremin
Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre 60 Gibbs Street, Rochester, NY, United StatesAs part of the 2026 Rochester Fringe Festival, your RPO brings a thrilling one-night-only program to Eastman Theatre that pushes the boundaries of orchestral sound. Mason Bates’ Mothership kicks off…
Sunday Matinees at NAZ: Andreas & Haydn
Join Music Director Andreas Delfs and four outstanding RPO soloists in the intimate setting of Beston Hall at the campus of Nazareth University for our popular Sunday Matinees at Naz…
Opening Night: Dvořák’s New World Symphony
Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre 60 Gibbs Street, Rochester, NY, United StatesYour 26/27 Philharmonics season opens with a bold celebration of American creativity and timeless orchestral power. Music Director Andreas Delfs leads the RPO in a world premiere by Michael Torke…
Peer Gynt With John de Lancie
Step into the world of myth, memory, and music as your RPO presents a rare, semi-staged performance of Grieg’s Peer Gynt. Led by acclaimed actor John de Lancie, best known…
Pops Season Opener: ARETHA! The Music of Aretha Franklin
Experience the power, passion, and unmistakable sound of the Queen of Soul as the RPO brings the timeless music of Aretha Franklin to the stage. This electrifying concert celebrates one…
Piano Festival: Kern Plays Rachmaninov
Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre 60 Gibbs Street, Rochester, NY, United StatesThe first weekend of our Piano Festival launches with two nights of Romantic firepower from legendary pianists. Andreas Delfs leads the orchestra in two unique programs spotlighting towering works by…
Piano Festival: Douglas Plays Tchaikovsky
Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre 60 Gibbs Street, Rochester, NY, United StatesThe first weekend of our Piano Festival launches with two nights of Romantic firepower from legendary pianists. Andreas Delfs leads the orchestra in two unique programs spotlighting towering works by…
orKIDStra: Spooktacular Sounds
Celebrate Halloween with a frightfully fun introduction to live orchestral music! Spooktacular Sounds features playful, not-too-scary music that will spark imaginations and keep kids engaged from the first note. Costumes…
Piano Festival: Biss Plays Beethoven
Week 2 of our Piano Festival continues with two programs devoted to the commanding brilliance and deep expressive power of Beethoven and Brahms. Under the direction of Music Director Andreas…
Piano Festival: Hamelin Plays Brahms
Week 2 of our Piano Festival continues with two programs devoted to the commanding brilliance and deep expressive power of Beethoven and Brahms. Under the direction of Music Director Andreas…
Raiders of the Lost Ark
Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra presents Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark™ Live in Concert featuring John Williams’ GRAMMY Award winning score performed live to the film. Celebrating its…
Mozart & Bartók
Andreas Delfs leads the RPO in an evening that spans the elegance of Mozart to the energy of Bartók. Mozart’s Symphony No. 39 offers graceful melodies and clear, flowing lines,…
All-American John Williams
Your RPO invites you to a blockbuster night with the music of John Williams—no popcorn required. The first half dives into some of the most unforgettable scores ever written for…
The Nutcracker with Rochester City Ballet
Your Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra and Rochester City Ballet celebrate 27 years of a holiday tradition: The Nutcracker at Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre! Be whisked away to a magical land…
orKIDStra: Winter Wonderlands
Step into a sparkling season of music with your RPO! Winter Wonderlands takes young listeners on a cozy, magical journey through shimmering winter sounds and festive melodies that warm the…
Sunday Matinees at NAZ: Andreas & Mozart
Join Music Director Andreas Delfs and four outstanding RPO soloists in the intimate setting of Beston Hall at the campus of Nazareth University for our popular Sunday Matinees at Naz…
Jeff Tyzik’s Gala Holiday Pops!
For over 30 years, Jeff Tyzik’s Gala Holiday Pops has been more than just a concert—it’s a cherished gathering that brings Rochester families together to celebrate the spirit of the…
Wickedly Broadway
Roll out the red carpet—your RPO is heading to Broadway! In Wickedly Broadway, conductor Evan Roider leads the orchestra through a glittering parade of show-stopping hits from the greatest musicals…
Schumann’s “Rhenish” Symphony
This program draws inspiration from the natural world, pairing vivid musical landscapes with Romantic warmth. Music Director Andreas Delfs leads the RPO in Smetana’s beloved The Moldau, a flowing portrait…
Classical Mystery Tour: Music of The Beatles
Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre 60 Gibbs Street, Rochester, NY, United StatesYour RPO joins the acclaimed Classical Mystery Tour for a symphonic celebration of The Beatles. Backed by the full power of the orchestra, this world-renowned “Fab Four” brings stunningly authentic…
Juliana Plays Piazzolla’s Four Seasons
Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre 60 Gibbs Street, Rochester, NY, United StatesVinay Parameswaran returns to Rochester to lead a program that moves from contemporary color to Romantic lyricism. RPO Concertmaster Juliana Athayde performs Piazzolla’s Four Seasons of Buenos Aires, a lively…
Symphonic Cinema: Korngold, Strauss & Williams
Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre 60 Gibbs Street, Rochester, NY, United StatesCome celebrate the orchestra’s gift for storytelling, from Old World elegance to Hollywood wonder. Andreas Delfs welcomes violinist Stefan Jackiw back to Rochester for Korngold’s radiant Violin Concerto, a work…
PHILS SPECIAL: Jeff Beal Scores Metropolis
Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre 60 Gibbs Street, Rochester, NY, United States100 years after its premiere, experience Fritz Lang’s iconic silent film Metropolis (1927) in a way you’ve never seen—or heard—before. Composer Jeff Beal joins the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra and members…
Uptown Classics: The Songs of Billy Joel
Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre 60 Gibbs Street, Rochester, NY, United StatesGet ready for an unforgettable night of music, memories, and pure symphonic rock & roll energy as Billy Joel’s greatest hits burst to life like you’ve never heard them before.…
Sunday Matinees at NAZ: Andreas & Schubert
Join Music Director Andreas Delfs and four outstanding RPO soloists in the intimate setting of Beston Hall at the campus of Nazareth University for our popular Sunday Matinees at Naz…
Schumann’s Cello Concerto with Annie Jacobs-Perkins
Rochester native and Eastman alumna Annie Jacobs-Perkins performs Schumann’s Cello Concerto, guided by conductor Kensho Watanabe. Kevin Puts’ Virelai, inspired by medieval poet Guillaume de Machaut, opens with bright textures…
orKIDStra: Orchestral Adventures in Space
Blast off on a musical journey beyond the stars with your RPO! Orchestral Adventures in Space invites young listeners to explore cosmic sounds, soaring melodies, and out-of-this-world musical discoveries. This…
Requiem & Symphony
Andreas Delfs leads the orchestra and Eastman-Rochester Chorus in Fauré’s Requiem, known for its serene, flowing vocal lines. Brahms’ Symphony No. 2 follows, with warm melodies and clear orchestral textures.…
Southern Rock: The Symphony Sessions
Crank up the guitars and let the orchestra roar. In Southern Rock: The Symphony Sessions, your RPO brings the grit, groove, and swagger of Southern Rock’s most iconic bands into…
Stephen Hough Plays Saint-Saëns
Stephen Hough returns to Rochester for a dazzling performance of Saint-Saëns’ Piano Concerto No. 5, The Egyptian, a brilliant and exotic showpiece inspired by North African and Middle Eastern influences.…
orKIDStra: A Seussical Spring with Rochester City Ballet
Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre 60 Gibbs Street, Rochester, NY, United StatesSpring comes to life in a world of color, whimsy, and imagination! A Seussical Spring, featuring dancers from Rochester City Ballet, brings the beloved stories Green Eggs and Ham and…
Tyzik’s Jazz & Mangione
We close the Pops season with a heartfelt Rochester tribute to one of our city’s most beloved musical icons, Chuck Mangione. Principal Pops Conductor Jeff Tyzik—who met Mangione at Eastman…
Sunday Matinees at NAZ: Andreas & Beethoven
Join Music Director Andreas Delfs and four outstanding RPO soloists in the intimate setting of Beston Hall at the campus of Nazareth University for our popular Sunday Matinees at Naz…
Season Finale: Makoto Ozone Plays Rhapsody in Blue
Pianist Makoto Ozone makes his RPO debut in Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue, an iconic fusion of jazz and classical style that remains one of the most beloved works in American…
26/27 Season Series
Explore the RPO’s blockbuster concerts including Philharmonics, Pops, Sunday Matinees, orKIDStra, and Specials.
PHILHARMONICS
Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre
Thursdays & Saturdays at 7:30 PM
Sundays at 2:00 PM
POPS
Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 PM
Sunday Matinees at Naz
Nazareth University, Beston Hall at Glazer Music Performance Center
Sundays at 2 PM
OrKIDStra
Hochstein Performance Hall
Sundays at 2 PM
Holiday Specials
Various performance spaces
Various days and times
RPO @ Fringe, Nutcracker, Gala Holiday Pops, Jeff Beal Scores Metropolis
25/26 Season Series
Explore the RPO’s blockbuster concerts including Philharmonics, Pops, Sunday Matinees featuring Mozart, and Specials.
PHILHARMONICS
Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre
Thursdays / Saturdays / Sundays at 7:30 PM
POPS
Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre
Fridays / Saturdays at 7:30 PM
Sunday Matinees at Naz
Nazareth University, Beston Hall at Glazer Music Performance Center
Sundays at 2 PM
OrKIDStra
Hochstein Performance Hall
Sundays at 2 PM
Holiday Specials
Various performance spaces
Various days and times
Nutcracker, Gala Holiday Pops
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