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!
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RSYO Spring Orchestra Concert
Featuring the award-winning Rockford Symphony Youth Orchestra in concert with conductor Linc Smelser.

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.

RSYO Spring Chamber Concert
Featuring the award-winning Rockford Symphony Youth Orchestra in concert with conductor Linc Smelser.

Holiday Pops Matinee
Matinee added! Featuring the RSO, Santa and Mrs. Claus, and three local choirs, this annual Holiday tradition presents your favorite merry melodies to spread joy and create memories with the whole family.

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.

RSYO Fall Orchestra Concert
Featuring the award-winning Rockford Symphony Youth Orchestra in concert with conductor Linc Smelser.

RSYO Fall Chamber Concert
Featuring the award-winning Rockford Symphony Youth Orchestra in concert with conductor Linc Smelser.

Spooktacular
Wear your costumes and celebrate Halloween early with a spine-tingling program of spooky symphonic sounds.

RSYO Spring Orchestra Concert
Featuring the award-winning Rockford Symphony Youth Orchestra in concert with conductor Linc Smelser.

RSYO Spring Chamber Concert
Featuring the Rockford Symphony Youth Orchestra Honors Chamber Orchestra, and the Sterling String Quartet, with conductor Linc Smelser.

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.

RSYO Fall Orchestra Concert
Featuring the award-winning Rockford Symphony Youth Orchestra in concert with conductor Linc Smelser.

RSYO Fall Chamber Concert
Featuring the Rockford Symphony Youth Orchestra Honors Chamber Orchestra, and the Sterling String Quartet, with conductor Linc Smelser.

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.