In recognition of the spectacular athletes gathered in Paris this summer, don’t miss this concert filled with music from the iconic sports events and films that showcase the incredible seemingly super-human abilities of our sports heroes.
Morihiko Nakahara, conductor
Tristan Rightsell, Caden Silvis, Jonathan Thornsbury, Actors from Governor’s School for the Arts
This concert is free and open to the public, but VIP Memberships are available for purchase through the Neptune Festival. Memberships include reserved seating, pre-concert receptions, valet parking, and more. For more information click here.
John Stafford Smith/Smith Star-Spangled Banner
Leo Arnaud Bugler’s Dream (From “Charge!” Suite)
John Williams Olympic Fanfare and Theme
George Gershwin/Sayre “Summertime” from Porgy and Bess
Michael Giacchino/Holcombe Music from “The Incredibles”
Felix Mendelssohn Allegro Vivace (Mvt I) from Symphony No.4 (Italian)
Mikis Theodorakis/Holcombe “Zorba’s Dance” from Zorba the Greek
John Williams Wide Receiver (Theme from NBC Football)
Vangelis/Holcombe “Chariots of Fire” from Chariots of Fire
Hans Zimmer/Wasson Music from Gladiator
Aaron Copland Fanfare for the Common Man
Randy Newman Suite from The Natural
Ludwig van Beethoven/Bach, P.D.Q. Beethoven Symphony No. 5: Sportscast
John Williams/Custer Summon the Heroes
The Symphony by the Sea Concert Series is produced by the Virginia Beach Neptune Festival. For more information about the series, click here.
FAQS
CAN WE BRING CHAIRS?
Chairs and blankets are welcome. Reserved seating, valet parking, and more is available buy purchasing a VIP membership through the Neptune Festival. Click here for more information.
CAN WE BRING OUTSIDE FOOD AND DRINK?
Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages are permitted.
CAN WE BRING DOGS?
This event attracts a large crowd, and we recommend leaving your furry friend at home.
WHAT IS THE RAIN POLICY?
VIP Members and the general public will be notified for any weather delay or cancellation via email, social media, and through the Neptune Festival and the Virginia Symphony Orchestra’s websites.
WHERE IS PARKING?
VIP Members (More Info) may valet park at the Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront Hotel. All other attendees may use any available public parking. The City of Virginia Beach Parking Garage on 30th Street is recommended.