January 23rd at 4 p.m. & 24th at 7:30 p.m.: Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra Presents Piazzolla, Ravel and More! José-Luis Novo, Conductor Hector Del Curto, Bandoneón Manuel de Falla Three Cornered Hat, Suite No. 1 Astor Piazzolla Acongagua; Concerto for Bandoneón Juan Crisóstomo Arriaga Overture from Los esclavos felices Maurice Ravel Mother Goose First Presbyterian […]

January 23rd at 4 p.m. & 24th at 7:30 p.m.: Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra Presents Piazzolla, Ravel and More! José-Luis Novo, Conductor Hector Del Curto, Bandoneón Manuel de Falla Three Cornered Hat, Suite No. 1 Astor Piazzolla Acongagua; Concerto for Bandoneón Juan Crisóstomo Arriaga Overture from Los esclavos felices Maurice Ravel Mother Goose First Presbyterian […]

WORLD PREMIERE: JESSIE MONTGOMERY WITH AWADAGIN PRATT SUNDAY, MARCH 27, 2022 • 4:00 PM MONDAY, MARCH 28, 2022 • 7:30 PM John Morris Russell, Conductor Awadagin Pratt, Piano Arvo Pärt Fratres Jessie Montgomery Piano Concerto: Rounds for Piano and String Orchestra (World Premiere) Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov Scheherazade, Op. 35 Purchase Tickets

WORLD PREMIERE: JESSIE MONTGOMERY WITH AWADAGIN PRATT SUNDAY, MARCH 27, 2022 • 4:00 PM MONDAY, MARCH 28, 2022 • 7:30 PM John Morris Russell, Conductor Awadagin Pratt, Piano Arvo Pärt Fratres Jessie Montgomery Piano Concerto: Rounds for Piano and String Orchestra (World Premiere) Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov Scheherazade, Op. 35 Purchase Tickets

Celebrate dance with the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra, as they play orchestral classics from the Blue Danube Waltz to the Russian Sailors Dance, Tango, Jazz, Polka, Step-Dance, and Can-Can. Dance ensembles from across the region join in on the fun in an energetic and dynamic program of popular favorites. The HHSO will be hopping! John […]

Celebrate dance with the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra, as they play orchestral classics from the Blue Danube Waltz to the Russian Sailors Dance, Tango, Jazz, Polka, Step-Dance, and Can-Can. Dance ensembles from across the region join in on the fun in an energetic and dynamic program of popular favorites. The HHSO will be hopping! John […]

The Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra hosts two free concerts at the Lowcountry Celebration Park. On July 5, The Tower of Funk and the Choosy Mothers Horns will perform from 7:30-9:15 p.m. The Eric Jones Trio will perform from 7:30-9:15 p.m. on July 19. Come early and enjoy dinner, grab an ice cream, candy or fudge […]

The Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra hosts two free concerts at the Lowcountry Celebration Park. On July 5, The Tower of Funk and the Choosy Mothers Horns will perform from 7:30-9:15 p.m. The Eric Jones Trio will perform from 7:30-9:15 p.m. on July 19. Come early and enjoy dinner, grab an ice cream, candy or fudge […]

Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra’s Jazz In The Park! Enjoy dinner in Coligny Plaza and then come catch some fantastic jazz, outdoors, in the cool evening air at Lowcountry Celebration Park at Coligny, 94 Pope Avenue, Hilton Head Island JAZZ IN THE PARK SERIES SCHEDULE: Tuesday, June 27, 7:30 pm: Martin Lesch Band Tuesday, July 11, […]

Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra’s Jazz In The Park! Enjoy dinner in Coligny Plaza and then come catch some fantastic jazz, outdoors, in the cool evening air at Lowcountry Celebration Park at Coligny, 94 Pope Avenue, Hilton Head Island JAZZ IN THE PARK SERIES SCHEDULE: Tuesday, June 27, 7:30 pm: Martin Lesch Band Tuesday, July 11, […]

Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra’s Jazz In The Park! Enjoy dinner in Coligny Plaza and then come catch some fantastic jazz, outdoors, in the cool evening air at Lowcountry Celebration Park at Coligny, 94 Pope Avenue, Hilton Head Island JAZZ IN THE PARK SERIES SCHEDULE: Tuesday, June 27, 7:30 pm: Martin Lesch Band Tuesday, July 11, […]

Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra’s Jazz In The Park! Enjoy dinner in Coligny Plaza and then come catch some fantastic jazz, outdoors, in the cool evening air at Lowcountry Celebration Park at Coligny, 94 Pope Avenue, Hilton Head Island JAZZ IN THE PARK SERIES SCHEDULE: Tuesday, June 27, 7:30 pm: Martin Lesch Band Tuesday, July 11, […]

Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra’s Jazz In The Park! Enjoy dinner in Coligny Plaza and then come catch some fantastic jazz, outdoors, in the cool evening air at Lowcountry Celebration Park at Coligny, 94 Pope Avenue, Hilton Head Island JAZZ IN THE PARK SERIES SCHEDULE: Tuesday, June 27, 7:30 pm: Martin Lesch Band Tuesday, July 11, […]

Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra’s Jazz In The Park! Enjoy dinner in Coligny Plaza and then come catch some fantastic jazz, outdoors, in the cool evening air at Lowcountry Celebration Park at Coligny, 94 Pope Avenue, Hilton Head Island JAZZ IN THE PARK SERIES SCHEDULE: Tuesday, June 27, 7:30 pm: Martin Lesch Band Tuesday, July 11, […]

“Symphony Under The Stars” performances take place: Thursday, October 19, 2023, at 7:30 pm at Martin Family Park in downtown Bluffton at 68 Boundary Street (the opening event of the final weekend of the Historic Bluffton Arts and Seafood Festival). All are invited to bring picnics and their favorite beverages for al fresco dining and […]

On October 20, 2023, at 7:30 p.m., the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra (HHSO) will perform at Lowcountry Celebration Park at Coligny. John Morris Russell and the HHSO will present “Hollywood in the Lowcountry,” with music from Breakfast at Tiffany’s, Forrest Gump, and The Prince of Tides, along with epic action and adventure soundtracks, and sweeping […]

“Symphony Under The Stars” performances take place: Thursday, October 19, 2023, at 7:30 pm at Martin Family Park in downtown Bluffton at 68 Boundary Street (the opening event of the final weekend of the Historic Bluffton Arts and Seafood Festival). All are invited to bring picnics and their favorite beverages for al fresco dining and […]

On Sunday, October 22, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. and Monday, October 23, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church on Hilton Head Island, the Orchestra Series opens with “Symphonie Fantastique,” a program of evocative, spine-tingling orchestral music that will put everyone in the mood for Halloween. This orchestral showcase program includes Bernard Herrmann’s Suite […]

On Sunday, October 22, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. and Monday, October 23, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church on Hilton Head Island, the Orchestra Series opens with “Symphonie Fantastique,” a program of evocative, spine-tingling orchestral music that will put everyone in the mood for Halloween. This orchestral showcase program includes Bernard Herrmann’s Suite […]

November 12-13: The Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra hosts Ukrainian pianist Illia Ovcharenko, second prize winner of the 2022 Hilton Head International Piano Competition. Praised as “technically flawless and impeccably musical” Ovcharenko performs two concerts composed by classical music’s original rock star. Performances are at 4 p.m. on Sunday and 7:30 p.m. on Monday. First Presbyterian […]

November 12-13: The Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra hosts Ukrainian pianist Illia Ovcharenko, second prize winner of the 2022 Hilton Head International Piano Competition. Praised as “technically flawless and impeccably musical” Ovcharenko performs two concerts composed by classical music’s original rock star. Performances are at 4 p.m. on Sunday and 7:30 p.m. on Monday. First Presbyterian […]

November 25-27: The Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra kicks off the holiday season with three Thanksgiving weekend Holiday Pops performances on November 25 at 7 p.m. at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church in Bluffton, November 26 and November 27 at 4 p.m. and at 7 p.m., both at First Presbyterian Church. Acclaimed vocalist Tatiana “LadyMay” […]

November 25-27: The Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra kicks off the holiday season with three Thanksgiving weekend Holiday Pops performances on November 25 at 7 p.m. at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church in Bluffton, November 26 and November 27 at 4 p.m. and at 7 p.m., both at First Presbyterian Church. Acclaimed vocalist Tatiana “LadyMay” […]

November 25-27: The Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra kicks off the holiday season with three Thanksgiving weekend Holiday Pops performances on November 25 at 7 p.m. at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church in Bluffton, November 26 and November 27 at 4 p.m. and at 7 p.m., both at First Presbyterian Church. Acclaimed vocalist Tatiana “LadyMay” […]

January 21-22: Enjoy “Grieg and Brahms” as the HHSO welcomes back Zhonghua Wei, winner of the 2023 Hilton Head Island Piano Competition, to perform the Grieg piano concerto, one of the most popular in the entire genre. February 4-5: Enjoy “Bach, Mozart and Brandon Leonard”. Leonard returns to the HHSO stage after winning the Gold […]

January 21-22: Enjoy “Grieg and Brahms” as the HHSO welcomes back Zhonghua Wei, winner of the 2023 Hilton Head Island Piano Competition, to perform the Grieg piano concerto, one of the most popular in the entire genre. February 4-5: Enjoy “Bach, Mozart and Brandon Leonard”. Leonard returns to the HHSO stage after winning the Gold […]

January 21-22: Enjoy “Grieg and Brahms” as the HHSO welcomes back Zhonghua Wei, winner of the 2023 Hilton Head Island Piano Competition, to perform the Grieg piano concerto, one of the most popular in the entire genre. February 4-5: Enjoy “Bach, Mozart and Brandon Leonard”. Leonard returns to the HHSO stage after winning the Gold […]

January 21-22: Enjoy “Grieg and Brahms” as the HHSO welcomes back Zhonghua Wei, winner of the 2023 Hilton Head Island Piano Competition, to perform the Grieg piano concerto, one of the most popular in the entire genre. February 4-5: Enjoy “Bach, Mozart and Brandon Leonard”. Leonard returns to the HHSO stage after winning the Gold […]

January 21-22: Enjoy “Grieg and Brahms” as the HHSO welcomes back Zhonghua Wei, winner of the 2023 Hilton Head Island Piano Competition, to perform the Grieg piano concerto, one of the most popular in the entire genre. February 4-5: Enjoy “Bach, Mozart and Brandon Leonard”. Leonard returns to the HHSO stage after winning the Gold […]

January 21-22: Enjoy “Grieg and Brahms” as the HHSO welcomes back Zhonghua Wei, winner of the 2023 Hilton Head Island Piano Competition, to perform the Grieg piano concerto, one of the most popular in the entire genre. February 4-5: Enjoy “Bach, Mozart and Brandon Leonard”. Leonard returns to the HHSO stage after winning the Gold […]

March 1-4: Presented by the Hilton Head International Piano Competition and the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra, BravoPiano! 2024 is entitled “PLAYS WELL WITH OTHERS…” and showcases the piano’s countless collaborative capabilities, featuring outstanding HHIPC alumni—both prize-winners and judges—as well as prominent jazz pianists performing in a variety of ensemble settings. Stellar classical and jazz piano duos will be featured, […]

March 1-4: Presented by the Hilton Head International Piano Competition and the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra, BravoPiano! 2024 is entitled “PLAYS WELL WITH OTHERS…” and showcases the piano’s countless collaborative capabilities, featuring outstanding HHIPC alumni—both prize-winners and judges—as well as prominent jazz pianists performing in a variety of ensemble settings. Stellar classical and jazz piano duos will be featured, […]

March 1-4: Presented by the Hilton Head International Piano Competition and the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra, BravoPiano! 2024 is entitled “PLAYS WELL WITH OTHERS…” and showcases the piano’s countless collaborative capabilities, featuring outstanding HHIPC alumni—both prize-winners and judges—as well as prominent jazz pianists performing in a variety of ensemble settings. Stellar classical and jazz piano duos will be featured, […]

March 1-4: Presented by the Hilton Head International Piano Competition and the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra, BravoPiano! 2024 is entitled “PLAYS WELL WITH OTHERS…” and showcases the piano’s countless collaborative capabilities, featuring outstanding HHIPC alumni—both prize-winners and judges—as well as prominent jazz pianists performing in a variety of ensemble settings. Stellar classical and jazz piano duos will be featured, […]

March 17-18: Enjoy “Symphonic Dances of Rachmaninoff and Coleridge-Taylor” as the HHSO welcomes guest conductor David Amado, long-time Music Director of the Delaware Symphony Orchestra, as he conducts a lively program of symphonic dances. He is joined by Jennifer Montone, principal hornist with the Philadelphia Orchestra and a GRAMMY winner. Performances take place on Sun. […]

March 17-18: Enjoy “Symphonic Dances of Rachmaninoff and Coleridge-Taylor” as the HHSO welcomes guest conductor David Amado, long-time Music Director of the Delaware Symphony Orchestra, as he conducts a lively program of symphonic dances. He is joined by Jennifer Montone, principal hornist with the Philadelphia Orchestra and a GRAMMY winner. Performances take place on Sun. […]

Join the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra with Tessa Lark and Piazzolla’s Four Seasons Sunday, April 7, 2024 at 4:00 pm Monday, April 8, 2024 at 7:30 pm John Morris Russell, Conductor Tessa Lark, Violinist Ruperto Chapí y Lorente Preludio from La revoltosa Juan Crisóstomo Arriaga Symphony in D Astor Piazzolla The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires Arturo Márquez Danzón No. 2 Brilliant American […]

Join the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra with Tessa Lark and Piazzolla’s Four Seasons Sunday, April 7, 2024 at 4:00 pm Monday, April 8, 2024 at 7:30 pm John Morris Russell, Conductor Tessa Lark, Violinist Ruperto Chapí y Lorente Preludio from La revoltosa Juan Crisóstomo Arriaga Symphony in D Astor Piazzolla The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires Arturo Márquez Danzón No. 2 Brilliant American […]

Ludwig van Beethoven Symphony No. 9, Op. 125, D minor, “Choral” Celebrating the bicentennial of the 1824 premiere of arguably one of the most significant contributions to human culture, The HHSO presents Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9, the “Ode to Joy”. Music Director John Morris Russell leads two performances, including singers from throughout the region and across […]

Ludwig van Beethoven Symphony No. 9, Op. 125, D minor, “Choral” Celebrating the bicentennial of the 1824 premiere of arguably one of the most significant contributions to human culture, The HHSO presents Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9, the “Ode to Joy”. Music Director John Morris Russell leads two performances, including singers from throughout the region and across […]

July 9 & 23: The Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra hosts Jazz in the Park, a free concert at the Lowcountry Celebration Park. On July 9, the HH Jazz Camp Faculty will perform from 7:30-9:15 p.m. On July 23, the Eric Jones Quartet will perform from 7:30-9:15 p.m. Come early and enjoy dinner, grab an ice […]

July 9 & 23: The Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra hosts Jazz in the Park, a free concert at the Lowcountry Celebration Park. On July 9, the HH Jazz Camp Faculty will perform from 7:30-9:15 p.m. On July 23, the Eric Jones Quartet will perform from 7:30-9:15 p.m. Come early and enjoy dinner, grab an ice […]

July 9 & 23: The Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra hosts Jazz in the Park, a free concert at the Lowcountry Celebration Park. On July 9, the HH Jazz Camp Faculty will perform from 7:30-9:15 p.m. On July 23, the Eric Jones Quartet will perform from 7:30-9:15 p.m. Come early and enjoy dinner, grab an ice […]

September 3: The Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra hosts Jazz in the Park, a free concert at the Lowcountry Celebration Park. Enjoy the local Martin Lesch Band. Come early and enjoy dinner, grab an ice cream, candy or fudge at Coligny Plaza and enjoy the great music outdoors. Bring your own chair or a blanket. 94 […]

“BRUCH AND TCHAIKOVSKY”  performed by the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2024, 4:00 PM MONDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2024, 7:30 PM John Morris Russell, Conductor Melissa White, Violin Mikhail Glinka Ruslan und Lyudmila Overture Max Bruch Violin Concerto No. 1, Op. 26, G minor Piotr Ilych Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 4, Op. 36, TH 27, F minor “White’s playing was […]

“BRUCH AND TCHAIKOVSKY”  performed by the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2024, 4:00 PM MONDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2024, 7:30 PM John Morris Russell, Conductor Melissa White, Violin Mikhail Glinka Ruslan und Lyudmila Overture Max Bruch Violin Concerto No. 1, Op. 26, G minor Piotr Ilych Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 4, Op. 36, TH 27, F minor “White’s playing was […]

December 1-2: The Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra kicks off the holiday season with Holiday Pops at First Presbyterian Church. Holiday Pops has become an annual family tradition and the highlight of the holiday season. The musical performances are breathtaking, deeply moving and so much fun! Performances are at 4 p.m. on Dec. 1 and 7:30 […]

December 1-2: The Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra kicks off the holiday season with Holiday Pops at First Presbyterian Church. Holiday Pops has become an annual family tradition and the highlight of the holiday season. The musical performances are breathtaking, deeply moving and so much fun! Performances are at 4 p.m. on Dec. 1 and 7:30 […]