Rhode Island Philharmonic: RWP Pops [Postponed Due To Rain To Aug. 5]

August 4, 2021 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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The Rhode Island Foundation, TACO/The White Family Foundation, Papitto Opportunity Connection, the City of Providence, the Providence Parks Department, Roger Williams Park Conservancy and PVD Fest in the Parks are proud to present:

The Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra and conductor Troy Quinn return to Roger Williams Parkโ€™s Temple to Music for RWP Pops, an inspiring night of music and community. As always, the show is free and open to the public!

The Rhode Philharmonic Youth Wind Ensemble will open the concert with a selection of seven wonderful songs from composers around the world.

The Philharmonic will perform the following set, which includes many beloved pops favorites:

WILLIAMS: Liberty Fanfare

SHOSTAKOVICH: Festive Overture

Arr. SLATKIN: Fisher’s Hornpipe

WALKER: Lyric for Strings

COPLAND: Rodeo: Hoe-Down

BIZET: L’Arlรฉsienne: Suite No.2: Farandole

Arr. WILLIAMS: Tribute to the Film Composer

BERNSTEIN: West Side Story: Overture

WILLIAMS: Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark: Raiders March

STEPHENSON: Fanfare for Democracy

WARD (arr. DRAGON): America the Beautiful

TCHAIKOVSKY: 1812 Overture

SOUSA: The Stars and Stripes Forever

If you are driving to the Park, parking is limited so plan to arrive early to ensure a parking spot. You can pack a picnic, or enjoy a meal from a food truck. Relax, enjoy the Park, your family, and your neighbors during this must-do evening in Providence!

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Happy #GivingTuesday2025! Did you know that Roger Williams Park Conservancy, with the help of our many wonderful partners, brought more than 50 programs to the Park this year? Help us offer even more free or low-cost, family-friendly events in 2026 with a donation!

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From family picnics in the Rose Garden and concerts at the Bandstand to seeing the cherry blossoms bloom in the Japanese Garden every spring and sled-riding in the winter, Roger Williams Park is the backdrop of so many memories year-round, and even more opportunities to escape into nature, connect with neighbors, and attend events in the future! ๐ŸŒธโ˜ƒ๏ธ๐Ÿ‚๐ŸŒณ

With your continued support this #GivingTuesday2025, and collaborating with @pvdparks , we canโ€™t wait to offer even more free family-friendly programming, make accessibility upgrades and restorations of historic structures, steward critical green spaces, and more in 2026.

Follow the link in bio to donate, with options for one-time or recurring gifts.

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#GivingTuesday2025 is just around the corner, and we get it โ€“ there are so many wonderful local nonprofits seeking support this time of year!

Why include Roger Williams Park Conservancy in your giving plan? 

Behind the more than 50 free and low-cost programs hosted every year, the restoration of beloved historic structures still playing a role in the community today, and the expansive green spaces and waterways sustaining humans and wildlife alike, there are crucial partnerships and much hard work that goes into stewarding Roger Williams Park.

As Board Member Chris Lanen shares โ€“ and so many families can relate to! โ€“ "the Park provides [a] retreat into nature. Individually, it gives me a place to exercise and decompress. As a parent, it gives my child a magical place to play, explore, and learn throughout the year.โ€

Find the link to donate in our bio, with options for one-time or recurring gifts!
To all those celebrating, happy Thanksgiving from RWPC! Donโ€™t forget: our trails and paths are always available for a rejuvenating post-feast walk! ๐Ÿ‚

We would love to hear what youโ€™re thankful for about Roger Williams Park โ€“ is it a favorite piece of architecture or a serene place to retreat into nature? A favorite event or family outing thatโ€™s become a tradition? Let us know!
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