As America approaches its 250th anniversary, the Richmond Symphony celebrates the spirit, spectacle, and sound of a nation through an afternoon of orchestral favorites and patriotic classics. Led by Hae Lee, this vibrant program journeys from the sweeping drama of Giuseppe Verdi and Gioachino Rossini to the colorful energy of Alexander Borodin’s Polovtsian Dances. At the center of the program is a joyous tribute to America’s legendary “March King,” John Philip Sousa. Featuring beloved marches including The Washington Post, Hands Across the Sea, The Thunderer, and the iconic Stars and Stripes Forever, this concert honors the enduring traditions, optimism, and grandeur of American music.
