Adult Outreach

Pre-Concert Lectures

RSO Maestro Steven Larsen introduces the audience to background information on composers and musical selections in a lecture at 6:30 pm, one-hour prior to the Classics Concert performances. The lecture is free to all ticket holders.

Program notes written for each concert complete the background information on pieces performed by the orchestra for Classics Series concerts.

2010/11 Program Notes coming soon.

SoundBites, sponsored by the RSO’s Allegro League, has become a tradition for many RSO concert goers. Join Music Director Steven Larsen for informal and enlightening discussions with the guest artists appearing with the RSO on Classics Series concerts.

SoundBites talks begin at noon at each Friday before the Classics performances. The conversations usually last approximately 60 minutes, but participants may come and go as they please.

SoundBites is held at:

Mauh-Nah-Tee-See Country Club

5151 Guilford Rd.

Rockford, IL

SoundBites is a free event, however, guests are welcome to order lunch from the menu. Checks or cash payments only, please. RSVPs are recommended by email or by calling 815-965-0049.

SoundBites dates for the 2011/12 season:

September 16, 2011 – David Syme, piano
November 11, 2011 – Dr. Brad Liebl, baritone (Dr. Liebl is also on the faculty at the University of Cape Town, South Africa)
January 13, 2012 – Michael Alongi, accordian
February 10, 2012 – Michele Lekas, RSO Concertmaster
March 9, 2012 – Nanette Felix, RSO principal harp
April 20, 2012 – Special guest TBA