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Unfortunately I never had the opportunity to meet Eric Metcalf—a young man of exceptional promise whose life was cut short by a tragic rock climbing accident in July 2012. As ... More »
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2012/13 Patron Appreciation Concert - The North Carolina Symphony performed its annual Patron Appreciation Concert Wednesday, May 8, at Meymandi Concert Hall. The evening was a chance for members of the orchestra, as well as trustees and staff of the Symphony, to honor the thousands ...
Caffé Luna Event - a Special Pops Fundraising evening at Caffé Luna, which was made possible through the generosity and support of Parker Kennedy and his restaurant. The intimate evening allowed Grant to explore the mesmerizing musical themes created by John Williams with wonderful ...
Concerts in Your Community 2012 - The orchestra performed a series of outdoor concerts between May 31-June 4 in Tarboro, New Bern and Jacksonville.
Conductor's Circle - NCS Music Director Grant Llewellyn, along with harpist Ann Hobson Pilot, spoke at the home of Doug and Betsy Hornberger for a Conductor’s Circle donor recognition event. Grant and Ann Hobson Pilot shared personal stories about John Williams, including the ...
Independence Day Concert in Fayetteville - The North Carolina Symphony's July 1, 2012 concert in Fayetteville was a big hit, especially when the temperature cooled down to the high 70s after a rainstorm!
Maxine Swaline Awards Reception and Ceremony 2012 - The North Carolina Symphony honored outstanding music educators from across the state at the final Summerfest Concert of 2012 with a reception. The winners of the 2012 Maxine Swalin and Jackson Parkhurst Awards were presented with their awards from the ...
Mission Possible Gala - The North Carolina Symphony celebrated the start of its 80th Anniversary Season with a gala soiree at The Pavilions at the Angus Barn in Raleigh, June 7, 2012.
Musical Salon - The evening of March 13, 2013 was a spectacular one as Symphony patrons Julia and Frank Daniels, Jr., hosted the Musical Salon fundraising event. The beautiful, private home setting was matched only by the engaging and very entertaining performances of ...
Past Leadership Council - On March 12, 2013, members of the Past Leadership Council attended a music education concert conducted by Music Director Grant Llewellyn followed by a luncheon where David Hartman, voice of the Symphony’s radio broadcast, celebrated the 70th anniversary of the ...
Pink Martini Cast Party - To extend the fun and holiday festivities of A Pink Martini Christmas, patrons joined the guest artists for a Cast Party following the final performance on Saturday, December 22, 2012.
Southern Pines Education Concert - Catch a glimpse into one of our magical education concerts. The orchestra performs about 45 education concerts a year all across the state to about 60,000+ fourth and fifth graders. This one took place in Southern Pines and was led ...
Music Man Rehearsal - The fun is just getting started as we rehearse for our April 13-15 performances of The Music Man. Join us Friday and Saturday at 8pm or Sunday at 3pm for an unforgettable trip to River City!
North Carolina Remembers 9/11 - As the whole world reflected upon the tenth anniversary of September 11, 2001 the North Carolina Symphony along with the NC Master Chorale, WRAL-TV, WUNC-TV and the Triangle Interfaith Alliance came together to present "North Carolina Remembers 9/11," a concert ...
2011 Teacher Workshop - On August 16, over 120 educators gathered at Raleigh's Meymandi Concert Hall for a full-day workshop on teaching our 2011/12 Education Concert Program. It was a highly successful and energizing day with many interesting demonstrations and speakers.
2010/11 Season Highlights - Images from our 2010/11 Season. Highlights include guest artists Lang Lang, Idina Menzel, Amadeus, Noriko Ogawa, Valentina Lisitsa, Mary Wilson and more!
Young People's Concerts and Instrument Zoos - Photos of the North Carolina Symphony's Young People's Concert Series along with the pre-concert Instrument Zoos and activities. Visit www.ncsymphony.org/kids to learn more about our Young People's Series. Photos by Michael Zirkle.
Amadeus - Performance and Rehearsal photos - Images from our production of Amadeus in collaboration with PlayMakers Repertory Company with shots from the actual production as well as a look at an early acting rehearsal.
Branford Marsalis & Friends - Images from our June 8 Branford Marsalis & Friends benefit night. This sold out special event helped raise over $145,000 for the Symphony. Performers included: Branford Marsalis, saxophones; Grant Llewellyn, host and piano; Joey Calderazzo, piano; a North Carolina Symphony ...
2009-10 Season Concert Highlights - Images from our 2009-10 Classical and Pops Series. Highlights include guest artists Joshua Bell, Ben Folds, Yuja Wang, Lynn Harrell and more!
A Day With Yo-Yo Ma - Join us as we spend a day with world renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma and the North Carolina Symphony. Starting the day off with rehearsal and then on to a special small group class/discussion between Mr. Ma and some local cello ...
Eric Metcalf Seats for Students Fund
North Carolina Symphony Music Discovery
On Thursday, the North Carolina Symphony launched an exciting new education initiative specifically designed for pre-schoolers. North Carolina Symphony Music Discovery is funded by PNC as part of its nationwide ... More »
Sibelius Symphony No. 2??? Yes, please!
I almost overlooked the email the first time around – “You’re Invited to a Party” – that didn’t sound like something I would normally get. (Okay, so my social life ... More »
The Emancipation Proclamation.... and its Aftermath
In February at concerts in Fayetteville and Raleigh, we featured music written during or about the Civil War including When Johnny Comes Marching Home, The Wound-Dresser, Copland’s Lincoln Portrait and ... More »
Explorations: Freedom Talk ‘Moving, Deeply Personal’
Resident Conductor William Henry Curry spoke on Sunday, February 10, at Quail Ridge Books & Music in Raleigh about the Symphony’s upcoming Explorations : Freedom concerts and programs that take ... More »
