Ticketing
Sweet Briar
Sweet Briar CollegeSweet Briar College is pleased to bring the Richmond Symphony Orchestra to campus to perform a selection of pieces from the classical repertoire including selections from Beethoven, Dvorak, Barber, and Shostakovich led by Associate Conductor Hae Lee. The performance will take place in the Murchison Lane Auditorium in the Babcock Fine Arts Center at 7:30 […]
The Art of Stradivari
Libby S. Gottwald Playhouse 612 East Grace Street , RichmondGo deeper into the art of violin making with third-generation Italian Luthier, Sofia Vettori. She brings nearly a century-long family legacy of handcrafted instruments of the highest quality. Learn More About Strad Fest
Evolution of Musical Repertoire & Instruments
Libby S. Gottwald Playhouse 612 East Grace Street , RichmondSofia Vettori demonstrates techniques, shows models, and engages with attendees on historical and current methods of violin making from Stradivari to Vettori. Learn More About Strad Fest
ExSTRADvaganza
Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, United StatesThe centerpiece of Strad Fest features a bevy of virtuosos, each performing on these greatest of string instruments. A once in a lifetime opportunity to hear the astonishing tone and color of these magnificent Stradivari, as passed down through centuries, gathered for this one unforgettable evening. Eight musicians take their turn in movements from The […]
Strad Fest Chamber Concert
Libby S. Gottwald Playhouse 612 East Grace Street , RichmondHear recital and chamber music repertoire and experience the majesty of these eight Stradivarius Violins in the intimacy of a 200-seat venue. Learn about the history of the instruments, and learn what makes each one unique Learn More About Strad Fest Richmond Symphony vouchers, discounts, gift cards, and special offers are not applicable for this […]
Cinema Serenade
Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, United StatesTheir music has made our movie memories. John Williams. Ennio Morricone. Erich Wolfgang Korngold. Valentina Peleggi conducts this survey of cinema's most moving melodies. Casablanca, Cinema Paradiso, On the Waterfront, and many others! Special guest Itzhak Perlman will be on hand for John Williams' haunting theme from Schindler's List on his treasured 1714 'Soil' Stradivarius. Learn More About […]
An Afternoon with Itzhak Perlman
Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, United StatesExperience this legendary violinist in ad afternoon all his own as he closes Strad Fest with a spectacular display of talent. Hearing personal stories alongside his commanding performance of live music, audiences meet the reigning virtuoso of violin and the beloved Itzhak; speaker, teacher, conductor, and musician - full of charm and humanity. Learn More […]
The Rite of Spring
Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, United StatesMore than a century has passed since its violent, scandalous premiere. And still, The Rite of Spring continues to surprise and provoke, excite and enthrall. Valentina Peleggi conducts Stravinsky’s savage masterpiece. Plus, two masterworks of French Impressionism: Debussy’s sensuous La Mer and Ravel’s jazz-inspired Piano Concerto in G with young Clayton Stephenson. “Not just a […]
The Rite of Spring
Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, United StatesFree pre-concert talk 1 hour before.
Brahms & Dvořák
Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, United States“Soulful and immaculate,” raves The Guardian of London of James Ehnes, who joins Valentina Peleggi and the Richmond Symphony for Brahms’ romantic Violin Concerto. Carlos Simon is one of today’s most influential composers and activists. His meditation on Beethoven, Fate Now Conquers is music that “brightens up programs with sheen and sensitivity.” (The Washington Post) […]