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Our Ensembles

THE HEART OF OUR MISSION

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Philharmonic Orchestra

DR. AL STURGIS, CONDUCTOR

Combining the best local musicians with musical professionals from the region, the 60 piece orchestra performs together to bring orchestral masterworks and familiar songs to life.

Tar River Chorus

MICHAEL GLASGOW, CONDUCTOR

Talented vocalists from Rocky Mount and surrounding areas rehearse and perform classical and popular vocal music.

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Tar River Swing Band

DENNIS HART, CONDUCTOR

Area musicians and regional professionals rehearse and perform swing and jazz music you know and love.

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Tar River Children's Chorus

PATSY GILLILAND, CONDUCTOR

This award winning group of young singers rehearses weekly and performs regularly for the community.

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Tar River Strings

CHRIS ELLIS, CONDUCTOR

Offering private lessons and group rehearsals, the Tar River Strings provides performance opportunities for youth string musicians.

Join us at the Dunn Center in Rocky Mount on March 1 when Almost Elton John and the Rocket Band join the Tar River Orchestra for an unbelievable evening of entertainment. REMEMBER WHEN ROCK WAS YOUNG–THE ELTON JOHN EXPERIENCE starring Craig A Meyer is a full-strength stage experience like you've never seen before! Capturing the costumes and charisma of Sir Elton John, this show leaves audiences gasping for breath from all the fun they've had!

REMEMBER WHEN ROCK WAS YOUNG–THE ELTON JOHN EXPERIENCE stars the multiple award-winning, multi-talented singer/actor/pianist Craig A Meyer whose strong vocals, striking resemblance and amazing talent on the piano has audiences everywhere remembering when rock was young. This spectacular musical journey celebrates the decades of chart-topping hits by Sir Elton John including: “Benny and the Jets,” “Philadelphia Freedom,” “Crocodile Rock,” “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road,” “Candle in the Wind,” and MORE! A celebration of the character, costumes, and charisma of the famed pianist and singer, Meyer’s fully produced show has captivated audiences throughout the United States and abroad. To order tickets by phone call 252-985-5197.

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