Founded in 1922 by George Eastman, the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) is a not-for-profit, professional orchestra committed to enriching and inspiring our community through the art of music. A cultural leader in Rochester, the RPO presents approximately 150 concerts and broadcasts a year, and serves nearly 170,000 people through ticketed events, education and community engagement activities, and concerts in schools and community centers throughout the region. Music Director Andreas Delfs joins the ranks of former notable RPO music directors, including Erich Leinsdorf, David Zinman, Mark Elder, and Conductor Laureate Christopher Seaman. Principal Pops Conductor Jeff Tyzik, now in his 28th season, has earned a national reputation for excellence in pops programming during his tenure with the RPO. The RPO offers a wide variety of educational, outreach, and engagement programs serving more than 25,000 including over 15,000 youth through its school-specific education programs. The RPO is a member of the League of American Orchestras.

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