Celebrate the musical richness of Western North Carolina.

The BRO celebrates 25 years of symphonic excellence in WNC.
We cannot wait to see you at our next concert!

Coming Up Next:

March Melodrama
March 1st & 2nd

March Melodrama

We will be led by Guest Conductor, Franklin Keel for two afternoons of classical favorites. We will highlight pianist Ivan Seng on Mozart’s Concerto No. 23 in A major.

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25th Anniversary Season Finale
May 2nd & 4th

25th Anniversary Season Finale

Join us for our 25th Season Finale as we participate in the Asheville Symphony Orchestra’s bi-annual festival: “The Art of Storytelling.” We will express this excitement and heartfelt journey through Bernstein’s Symphonic Dances from West Side Story, Beethoven’s connection with nature-Symphony No. 6 in F Major, and more. The BRO is proud to also spotlight Asheville composer, Richard Shulman. This program features a jazz ensemble and full orchestra. BRO’s Season Finale is generously sponsored by Ingles.

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  • “Wonderful, you could take this on the road!”

    — Audience Member, Following BRO Revels! 2022: “Hansel & Gretel”

  • "The most profound, poignant, symphony I have ever experienced."

    — Audience member following Haydn’s “Farewell” Symphony (finale) at Kickshaws & Quiddities

  • "The best concert that I've attended in Asheville in 13 years."

    — Audience Member, BRO Revels! with Jamie Laval

  • "What a perfect jewel for Asheville."

    — Audience Member, Cello Cielo

  • "It's the only time in my adult life I have had time and opportunity to play in a full orchestra. One of the highlights of my life to be honest!"

    — Blue Ridge Orchestra musician

  • "We are so fortunate to have a volunteer orchestra. You folks are amazing! I greatly admire what you do."

    — Audience member

  • "The music, first and foremost. . . it's fabulous! Also appreciate the affordability of BRO concerts. There's absolutely nothing negative about BRO. . .we LOVE it!"

    — Audience member

  • "I love the opportunity to play in an orchestra. Being able to play music and perform is a very important part of my life. I can't imagine life without it."

    — Blue Ridge Orchestra musician

  • "I wanted to tell you how much it means to the children of Haywood County to be attending a special performance by BRO Friday. The appreciation for the arts y'all are instilling in children who would otherwise never be exposed to this type of cultural musical experience is greatly appreciated by the community."

    — Parent, Haywood County 4th Grader

  • "My special thanks to all the musicians who donate their time and talent to these concerts. Let them know they are sincerely appreciated by the audience."

    — Audience Member, Eleven Eleven

  • "Absolutely wonderful!! Very inspiring & enjoy the very talented musicians. The director is great!! Thanks for the great music!!"

    — Audience Member, May Masters

  • "Breathtakingly wonderful."

    — Audience member, May Masters

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UPDATED 2024-25 SEASON INFO 👇 What a year we’ve had so far! With a few adjustments as we recover from the destruction of Hurricane Helene in WNC, you can bet your bottom dollar this will still be a season to remember! Here’s what you
WE ARE BACK! The Blue Ridge Orchestra had originally planned to perform “Finding Home” for the season opening in October. In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, we have rescheduled our “Finding Home” performances to December, i
Well, we’ve all been through it. But we hope these instrument-playing bears bring you a smile today 😊 We are grateful to be coming back together for our 25th anniversary season 🎊 We need music now more than ever. And community. And you kn
WE ARE BACK! The Blue Ridge Orchestra had originally planned to perform “Finding Home” for the season opening in October. In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, we have rescheduled our “Finding Home” performances to December, i
Blue Ridge Orchestra’s Finding Home POSTPONED The Blue Ridge Orchestra was set to introduce its 25th Anniversary Season with two performances of “Finding Home” on October 19th and 20th under the baton of Dr. Emily Mariko Eng. Unfor
Join the Blue Ridge Orchestra for a musical celebration of fall in two 3:00 pm concerts: on Saturday, October 19th in Charles Beall Auditorium of @haywoodcommunitycollege and on Sunday, October 20th in Lipinsky Auditorium, @unc_asheville. Finding Hom
We are thrilled to begin our 25th Anniversary season with the support of these local, generous business sponsors. Thank you for keeping our passions alive in Western North Carolina! We still need additional partnerships to sustain our growing organiz
🎉Introducing Blue Ridge Orchestra's Music Director, Dr. Emily Mariko Eng🎉 Dr. Emily Mariko Eng is excited to begin her tenure as Music Director of the Blue Ridge Orchestra after guest conducting Schumann’s Symphony No. 1 in last year’s

Friends of Blue Ridge Orchestra

GAP Grant 2023–2024:

Operational funds were provided by ArtsAVL, Buncombe County Government, and the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.

Dr. Emily Mariko Eng, Music Director

The Blue Ridge Orchestra is proud to introduce our new Music Director, Dr. Emily Mariko Eng!

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