In 2013, talented professional and amateur musicians in the community signed on to the dream of creating a new orchestra to serve the area, and by that summer, the Hampton Roads Philharmonic (HRP) was born.  The HRP is led by Steven Brindle, a young conductor that has been recognized as a burgeoning local talent. Welcoming familiar and new composers alike, the orchestra actively commissions new works each season, as well as showcasing the virtuoso talents of outstanding young local musicians. This Sunday afternoon concert is an event not to be missed.

Hampton Roads Philharmonic Presents: Mendelssohn's Piano Concerto No. 1 in G minor, (Op. 25) with Rebecca Willett

Rebecca Willett, age 20, a Young Steinway Artist, has felt from a young age that God is calling her to be a musician. She began her music education with piano at age 4 and added violin at age 7.  Rebecca performs regularly on piano as a soloist and chamber musician.  In July 2013, Rebecca was named Runner Up in the Cremona International Piano Competition and performed in the Winner's recital in Cremona, Italy. Rebecca has won first prize in numerous concerto competitions.