Virginia Symphony Orchestra
Virginia Symphony Orchestra | September 6, 2025
Live Music Performance – 7pm at David E. Oaksmith Auditorium, Kill Devil Hills
Bringing world-class entertainers to you
Prepare to be swept away by an evening of musical magic! We’re thrilled to welcome back the incredible Virginia Symphony Orchestra, a staple of the Hampton Roads arts scene for over 90 years and a true national treasure.
| PROGRAM: V for Victory! Hear Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony, which helped lead the Allied Forces to victory, and celebrate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II at this family-friendly concert. Hear spirited works of resilience, unity, and freedom, such as Sibelius’s Finlandia and Richard Rodger’s Victory at Sea. Enjoy patriotic tunes from John Williams, William Grant Still and more at this fun and heartfelt tribute to the American Spirit! Chia-Hsuan Lin, conductor VSO |
PROGRAM:
John Stafford Smith Star-Spangled Banner
Leonard Bernstein Overture to Candide
Jean Sibelius Finlandia, op. 26
Ludwig Van Beethoven First Movement of Symphony No.5 in C minor, op.67
Leroy Anderson “The Last Rose of Summer” from Irish Suite
Antonín Dvorák Fourth Movement from Symphony No.9, op.95, E minor (From the New World)
William Grant Still Fanfare for the 99th Fighter Squadron
Joe Garland / Holcombe In The Mood
Richard Rodgers / Bennett Victory at Sea
John Williams Hymn to the Fallen from Saving Private Ryan
Traditional / Lowden Armed Forces Salute
Samuel Ward / Dragon America The Beautiful
*Program subject to change.
As the region’s most celebrated musical, educational, and entrepreneurial arts organization, the Virginia Symphony Orchestra continues to challenge expectations and push the boundaries of what an orchestra can be with innovation and excellence at the heart of the symphony.
The VSO has received national attention for its unique mission serving a home area of 1.7 million across the diverse communities of southeastern Virginia. Through appearances at the Kennedy Center and Carnegie Hall and its commitment to adventurous programming, the VSO and its musicians have been highlighted in the media including The New York Times, The Washington Post, National Public Radio, and BBC Worldwide News.
As the largest performing arts organization in southeastern Virginia, the VSO and VSO Chorus present more than 150 concerts and events annually for more than 100,000 residents and visitors.
The selection of the young and dynamic conductor Eric Jacobsen as music director in 2021 was another bold step forward for the VSO, further expanding its vision to attract wider and larger audiences with engaging concert experiences and creative and relevant programming. Rounding out the artistic leadership team is Norfolk native Thomas Wilkins in the role of Principal Guest Conductor, reflecting the VSO’s commitment to tell its community’s stories and advance the important conversations that will promote understanding and belonging among all residents.