Rock Hill Symphony...The Orchestra of York County
Orchestral Brilliance
Saturday, September 7, 2024
Pre-concert Talk at 6:30pm; Concert begins at 7:30pm
Sullivan Middle School Auditorium
Christopher James Lees, Conductor
Ashley Hall-Tighe, Trumpet
Your Rock Hill Symphony Orchestra opens Season VII with virtuosic musical fireworks! Ashley Hall from the Canadian Brass appears as guest soloist and Nia Imani Franklin, nationally recognized composer & Miss America 2019, bring their musical talents to kick off the year. Closing is Rimsky-Korsakov’s colorful showpiece for the orchestra Capriccio Espagnol.
Schubert: Overture to Rosamunde
Nia Imani Franklin: Chrysalis Extended
Sammartini: Recorder Concerto
Arban (arr. Nakariakov): Carnival of Venice
Rimsky-Korsakov: Capriccio Espagnole
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1920s Jazz Age & The Harlem Renaissance
Sunday, October 27, 2024
Doors Open 3:00pm; Concert at 4:00pm
Sullivan Middle School Auditorium
Christopher James Lees, Conductor
Dawn Anthony, Mezzo Soprano
Join RHSO for this FREE, family-friendly concert combining the important voices of the Harlem Renaissance. This reflective program will feature music of American musical icons – George Gershwin, Louis Armstrong, Aaron Copland, Duke Ellington, and the “Dean of African American Composers,” William Grant Still.
Come early and enjoy fun, kid-friendly activities in the lobby
along with a special pre-concert performance by Mink Violin Studio.
This project is funded in part by the South Carolina Arts Commission which receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts.
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Holiday Pops
Sunday, December 8, 2024
Doors Open 3:00pm; Concert at 4:00pm
Sullivan Middle School Auditorium
Christopher James Lees, Conductor
Perfect for families with children of all ages, this joyful seasonal program captures the spirit of the season! Whether it’s singing timeless carols all together, or hearing music from holiday film favorites, this performance is sure to light up the holiday season with love, joy, and light!
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Bach & Brews
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Doors open at 6:30pm; Concert begins at 7:30pm
Hoppin'
Christopher James Lees, Conductor
Amplify the delicious flavors of Hoppin’ brews with the melodious sounds of the Rock Hill Symphony Orchestra, as they perform a diverse flight of musical flavors - from Bach & Mozart to The Rolling Stones & Gloria Estefan. The perfect after work environment for great beer & phenomenal music together at last. Doors open at 6:30pm.
Admission: $25
*Each ticket purchase includes $5.00 tap credit to be used the day of the event.
This concert is general admission with limited seating available on a first come, first served basis. Standing room will also be available.
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Overture Gala
Thursday, March 20, 2025
6:00 to 9:00pm
Join us for an evening of fun in downtown Rock Hill. We will have a robust menu, paired with crafted cocktails, and a vast variety of unique items in our silent auction all set to live music from the talented RHSO musicians.
Tickets: $75
Sponsorship Opportunities Available
A special thanks to the
2024 Overture Gala Committee:
Nicki Nash, Chair Betty Plumb
Gale DiGiorgio Trina Ricks
Sandra Doherty Erica Smith
Sherry Easley Bara Wetherell
Debra Heintz Jennifer Williamson
DeeDee Payne Suzie Wright
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Dvorak's New World Symphony
Saturday, March 1, 2025
Pre-concert Talk at 6:30pm; Concert begins at 7:30pm
Sullivan Middle School Auditorium
Christopher James Lees, Conductor
Calin Lupanu, Violin
Dvorak’s iconic final symphony takes us on a heroic journey to “The New World”. Concertmaster of the Charlotte Symphony & international sensation, Calin Lupanu, dazzles with the brooding & stormy Mendelssohn Violin concerto in d minor for strings. We open with an inspiring & poignant work by Dr. Meira Warshauer from the University of South Carolina.
Meira Warshauer: Beyond the Horizon
Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in d minor
Dvorak: Symphony No. 9 “From the New World”
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Movies Greatest Musical Hits
Saturday, April 12, 2025
Doors open 6:30pm; Concert begins at 7:30pm
Sullivan Middle School Auditorium
Christopher James Lees, Conductor
From Disney’s Beauty and the Beast to John Williams’ epic score to E.T. The Extra Terrestrial, a Salute to Richard Rodgers and Guys & Dolls, this cinematic concert is filled with memorable melodies and all the stories we’ve fallen in love with in the last century of film.