Welcome

Welcome to the Hampton Roads Philharmonic under the baton of Music Director Steven Brindle. The HRP showcases the rich musical talent of the community in four exciting programs throughout the season: October, December, March, and May. The orchestra welcomes familiar and new composers alike and actively commissions new works each season. A diverse orchestra, the HRP includes active and retired military, music teachers, students, senior citizens, and youth.

Save the Date!

2024-25 Concert Dates

Fall Classics Concert: Sunday, October 20, 2024 | 2:30 pm
Young Artist Competition: Sunday, November 3, 2024 | 11 am-4 pm
Winter Holiday Concert: Sunday, December 15, 2024 | 2:30 pm
Young Artist Showcase Concert: Sunday, March 9, 2025 | 2:30 pm
4th Annual Virginia Community Music Festival – Saturday, May 11, 2025
HRP Presents: A Moxart Concert – Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 7 pm

Virtual Concert Series

Through the 2020 concert season, we created a safe and fun way to bring you great classical music! We hope you enjoy this series of short performances and other fun musical videos created by our volunteer members!

Our Mission

To strive for artistic excellence, increase community awareness and participation in the performing arts, program a diverse selection of repertoire, and create a variety of educational opportunities and experiences

Donate Today

The Hampton Roads Philharmonic relies on your generous support to continue growing and to bring exciting music to your community.

Get Social With Us!

Join us for auditions with the Hampton Roads Philharmonic! We have spots available for 3 Violin and 2 Violia. This is a great opportunity to be part of the orchestra as we gear up for an exciting spring season! Complete our audition form at https://www.hrphil.org/join-the-orchestra/.
Come audition for the Hampton Roads Philharmonic! We currently have openings for 3 Violin and 2 Viola! Now's the perfect time to join the orchestra as we prepare for an exciting lineup this spring! Fill out our audition form at https://www.hrphil.org/join-the-orchestra/.
A BIG thank you to Drs. Mark Reimer and Chelsey Hamm, HRP Executive Director, and adjunct professor Gene Chieffo from Christopher Newport University Department of Music for bringing the Hampton Roads Philharmonic to our new rehearsal home in the beautiful Ferguson Center for the Arts.  We're thrilled to be here and look forward to performing at the Virginia Community Music Festival on May 11!
As the year comes to a close, we invite you to support the Hampton Roads Philharmonic in bringing the joy of music to our community. Your donation helps fund performances, education programs, and opportunities for young musicians. Join us in making a difference—visit hrphil.org/support-the-orchestra/ to give today. Every contribution, big or small, creates a lasting impact. Thank you for your support!
From all of us at the Hampton Roads Philharmonic, we wish you a very Happy Holidays!
Experience the magic of the season with our Woodwind Quintet! 🎄✨ Enjoy this charming holiday arrangement from a performance a few years ago. Take a moment to pause, relax, and let the music bring a little holiday cheer to your day!
1 day to go before our Winter Classics & Holiday Favorties concert! Share your excitement with a 🎄 or 🎶 below!

📍 The American Theatre, 125 E Mellen St, Hampton
🕐 2:30 PM
🎟️ $20 tickets, can be purchased online or at the door
The Nutcracker by Tchaikovsky might be one of the most famous pieces of holiday classical music, but there might be some facts you didn't know about this piece!

1) It almost wasn't called The Nutcracker! The original working title for the ballet was The Christmas Tree and, alternatively, The Fir Tree.
2) Some of this piece's elements are rooted in German culture.
3) When Tchaikovsky premiered this piece in Russia in 1892, it did not perform well, criticized for its lack of a coherent plot and artistic depth.
4) The original copy of The Nutcracker Suite went missing for nearly 50 years.
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