2025-26 Season

UpcomingEvents

Portsmouth Wind Symphony concerts take place in the main theater of Shawnee State University's Vern Riffe Center for the Arts in Portsmouth, Ohio with the exception of the 4th of July Concert which will take place at Tracy Park in Portsmouth, Ohio.

Wind, Rattles and Bones


OCT. 16, 2025 @ VRCFA

Celebrate the vibrant energy of fall with Winds, Rattles, and Bones, a spirited concert featuring classic marches and evocative melodies. The program includes the bold Under the Double Eagle March and Sousa’s The Gallant Seventh March, alongside the reflective beauty of Eric Whitacre’s October and the timeless jazz of Autumn Leaves. Selections from The Phantom of the Opera bring a dramatic flair just in time for the Halloween season. Special performance by Cirque ‘d Art and the River Giants.

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Snowflakes, Sleigh Bells, and Symphonic Sounds


DEC. 13, 2025 @ VRCFA

Ring in the holidays with this festive concert filled with seasonal cheer. Snowflakes, Sleigh Bells, and Symphonic Sounds offers joyful classics like Sleigh Ride and Christmas Festival, the spirited Christmas March, and the poignant beauty of O Magnum Mysterium. The Eighth Candle honors Hanukkah with dignity and light, rounding out an uplifting and heartwarming winter performance. Special guest performance to be announced at a later date.

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Hymns, Faith, and Sacred Sounds


MAR. 21, 2026 @ VRCFA

Step into a space of reflection and reverence with Hymns, Faith, amd Sacred Sounds. From the majestic Florentiner March to the stirring Amazing Grace, this program blends spiritual depth with musical grace. Pieces like Be Thou My Vision and Caccia amd Chorale evoke timeless faith traditions, while Fairest of the Fair March adds a buoyant, lyrical touch to this soul-nourishing evening. Special guest performance to be announced at a later date.

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Bold Brass, Hot Rhythms, and Cool Vibes


MAY 9, 2026 @ VRCFA

Enjoy the last show at VRCFA with flair at Bold Brass, Hot Rhythms, and Cool Vibes, a high-energy celebration of rhythm, style, and bold musical color. Featuring dynamic brass features, jazz-inflected grooves, and vibrant contemporary works, this concert promises to dazzle with powerful harmonies, toe-tapping syncopations, and the cool sophistication of modern wind ensemble artistry. Special guest performance to be announced at a later date.

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July 4th Concert in the Park


JUL. 4, 2026 @ Tracy Park

Celebrate American's 250th Anniversary with us.

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