Alexandria Symphony Orchestra
Alexandria Symphony Orchestra
Alexandria Symphony Orchestra
The Alexandria Symphony Orchestra (ASO) presents Mozart & Mendelssohn on Nov. 8 and 9, 2025, featuring a dazzling mix of classical masterpieces and modern works. Under the baton of Music Director James Ross, the program opens with György Ligeti’s Concert Romanesc, an exuberant work infused with Romanian folk rhythms and lush harmonies.
Photo courtesy of ASO
Michael Rusinek
Acclaimed principal clarinetist of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, Michael Rusinek, who also serves on the faculties of Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia, and the Aspen Music Festival, joins the orchestra for Mozart’s beloved Clarinet Concerto, a cornerstone of the repertoire celebrated for its warmth, lyricism, and effortless grace.
The concert continues with Scott Joplin’s Overture to Treemonisha, a spirited and uplifting nod to America’s early operatic tradition, and concludes with Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 4 “Italian,” inspired by the landscapes and dance rhythms of the Mediterranean.
TICKET INFORMATION
Tickets start at $22 for adults, with youth tickets (ages 18 and under) priced at just $5. Senior and Military discounts are available in certain sections. Seating is limited—early ticket purchases are strongly encouraged.
For tickets and more information, visit alexsym.org or call (703) 548-0885.
Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025 • 7:30 p.m. Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center
SOLD OUT Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025 • 3 p.m. George Washington Masonic National Memorial
Free parking is available at both venues.The Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall is accessible via Metro bus lines 7A, 7B, 7F, 7Y, 25A, 25C, and 25E, as well as DASH bus line AT6.The George Washington Masonic National Memorial is accessible by the Blue and Yellow Metro lines (King Street Station), multiple Metro and DASH bus lines, and the King Street Trolley.
About the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra
Founded in 1943, the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra is dedicated to enriching the cultural landscape of Northern Virginia through vibrant performances, innovative programming, and community engagement. Under the artistic direction of Maestro James Ross, ASO continues to inspire audiences with performances that celebrate the past, present, and future of classical music.
