America's State Parks Virginia State Park Ambassadors
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Osprey Cam

 


 

Follow Us On:

Follow Us On Facebook Follow Us On Twitter Follow Us On YouTube Virginia State Parks
Virginia Department Of Conservation And Recreation

Download The Virginia State Parks Mobile App

 

Virginia State Parks

Musical Talent to be Showcased at Youth Orchestra Concert

Come join us for a special event June 2nd where youth from all over the Metro Richmond area will showcase their musical talents and shine under the spotlights of the outdoor amphitheater!

These extraordinary youth are part of the Richmond Symphony’s Youth Orchestra. The Youth Orchestra will perform on Saturday, June 2, 2012 at 7 p.m. at the Heritage Amphitheatre at Pocahontas State Park.  Admission to the concert is FREE.

The Richmond Symphony's flagship educational program consists of four youth orchestras providing beginning to advance musical training.  As the premiere orchestral training program of central Virginia, students participate in weekly rehearsals, coaching and master classes by Richmond Symphony musicians, chamber music performances, mentoring and other musical and social activities.

This concert is part of the Pocahontas Premieres Summer Concert Series. A $5 parking fee applies.  Light concessions available.  For more information, click here, or call the park office at 804-796-4255 or email. Rain date is set for Sunday, June 3, 2012 at 7 p.m.

Youth Orchestra concert is held at the Heritage Amphitheatre.

Youth will showcase their musical talents and shine under the spotlights
of the outdoor amphitheater.

The park is located in Chesterfield County, about 20 miles from Richmond. It's easily accessible from Interstate 95, Route 288 and Route 360. Website here.

Drive Time: Northern Virginia, two hours; Richmond, half an hour; Tidewater/Norfolk/Virginia Beach, two hours; Roanoke, three hours.


Published: 05/23/2012


No comments have been submitted for this article yet.

 

Want to comment on this article? Sign in or register to become part of our online community.

 

 

 

 

 

Home Join an Online Outoor Community Get Outside Learn Explore Podcasts & Media Outdoor Destinations Outdoor Activities Home