Concerts and Events

The RSO’s mission is to enlighten, educate, and entertain. Our many concerts and events throughout the year support this mission. Scroll through and find the ones that inspire you!

Soundscapes
May
11

Soundscapes

Experience the beauty of nature through music! An unforgettable concert featuring Brahms' famous violin concerto; Cantus Arcticus by Finnish composer Einojuhani Rautavaara, a mesmerizing concerto for birds and orchestra; and Debussy's La Mer, one of the greatest works for orchestra ever written. Don't miss this celebration of nature and music.

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Symphonic Classics
Nov
16

Symphonic Classics

Mozart’s iconic and beloved Symphony No. 40 alongside Haydn’s Trumpet Concerto makes for a program of Classic-era music that’s sure to delight.

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Nutcracker
Dec
7

Nutcracker

Join us for a holiday classic presented in partnership with the Rockford Dance Company and featuring professional lead dancers from the region's top ballet companies.

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Nutcracker Matinee
Dec
8

Nutcracker Matinee

Join us for a holiday classic presented in partnership with the Rockford Dance Company and featuring professional lead dancers from the region's top ballet companies.

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Holiday Pops
Dec
21

Holiday Pops

This annual Holiday Tradition will feature The Nielsen Chorale and the RSO performing old and new holiday favorites at the Coronado.

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RSO at the Arcade
Apr
5

RSO at the Arcade

Contemporary video games are accompanied by the cinematic soundtracks we traditionally associate with movies, adding to the symphonic canon of our time. Joining the RSO with Big Band interpretations of “vintage” video games is Rockfordian Joel Baer’s Blueshift Big Band.

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Beethoven’s 9th
May
10

Beethoven’s 9th

The season comes to a triumphant close with Beethoven’s joyous immortal classic, Symphony No. 9, performed by the Nielsen Chorale, world-class soloists, and your Rockford Symphony Orchestra.

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Encore! Radio Broadcast
Apr
22

Encore! Radio Broadcast

Join Classical WNIU host Eric Hradecky for this one-hour broadcast featuring excerpts from The French Connection, recorded live on April 13, 2024 at the Coronado Performing Arts Center.

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The French Connection
Apr
13

The French Connection

Featuring two of classical music’s most beloved works - Pictures at an Exhibition and Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun. Plus, Grammy award winning bandoneon player Hector Del Curto joins the orchestra for a tango infused concerto. This concert promises to inspire and energize both seasoned fans and newcomers.

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Community Open Rehearsal
Apr
11

Community Open Rehearsal

This rehearsal will feature all the pieces being performed during the concert, and will give you a behind the scenes look at what goes into putting all the piece of a concert together.

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Encore! Radio Broadcast
Feb
19

Encore! Radio Broadcast

Join Classical WNIU host Eric Hradecky for this one-hour broadcast featuring excerpts from the Romance, Poetry, & Valentines, recorded live on February 10, 2024 at the Coronado Performing Arts Center.

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Family Rehearsal
Feb
10

Family Rehearsal

This free Family Rehearsal is a great opportunity to introduce your children and grandchildren to the RSO! Recommended for children ages 4 and up.

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SoundBites with Einav Yarden
Feb
9

SoundBites with Einav Yarden

Join us as Music Director Yaniv Attar speaks with Guest Artist Einav Yarden about her experiences, what she is most excited about for the concert. RSVP requested. Lunch is available for purchase.

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Encore! Radio Broadcast
Dec
25

Encore! Radio Broadcast

Join Classical WNIU host Eric Hradecky for this one-hour broadcast featuring excerpts from The RSO’s Holiday Pops performance, recorded live on December 16, 2023 at the Coronado Performing Arts Center.

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The Nutcracker
Dec
2

The Nutcracker

Join us for a holiday classic presented in partnership with the Rockford Dance Company and featuring professional lead dancers from the region's top ballet companies. Make The Nutcracker part of your family’s holiday traditions!

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Encore! Radio Broadcast
Nov
27

Encore! Radio Broadcast

Join Classical WNIU host Eric Hradecky for this one-hour broadcast featuring excerpts from The RSO’s Beethoven’s Fifth performance, recorded live on November 18, 2023 at the Coronado Performing Arts Center.

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SoundBites with Efe Baltacigil
Nov
17

SoundBites with Efe Baltacigil

Join us as Music Director Yaniv Attar speaks with Guest Artist Efe Baltacigil about his experiences, what he is most excited about for the concert, and maybe even hear some playing. RSVP requested. Lunch is available for purchase.

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Encore! Radio Broadcast
Oct
30

Encore! Radio Broadcast

Join Classical WNIU host Eric Hradecky for this one-hour broadcast featuring excerpts from Yaniv’s Salute to Boston Pops, recorded live on October 21, 2023 at the Coronado Performing Arts Center.

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Family Rehearsal
Oct
21

Family Rehearsal

This free Family Rehearsal is a great opportunity to introduce your children and grandchildren to the RSO! Recommended for children ages 4 and up.

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