UMW Philharmonic Orchestra Fiddlestix

Our annual Fiddlestix event held in Dodd Auditorium on October 27, 2018 at 3p.

Photos by Norma Woodward Photography.

Today at 6pm! See you there!

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Mark your calendar! UMW Philharmonic Fiddlestix is hosting an instrument petting zoo on Friday, Oct 28 @ 6pm in UMW Dodd Auditorium. Children of all ages are welcome to come see, touch, and PLAY the instruments with the principals of the Philharmonic. They will also be invited onstage for a mini concert at the end. Costumes are welcome!

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Bring your children to this favorite event - the UMW Philharmonic Fiddlestix Instrument Petting Zoo - on Wednesday, December 2 at 6:30-7:45 pm in Dodd Auditorium. It is free for everyone.

To purchase tickets to the Holiday Pops concerts on Thursday and Friday, December 3 & 4, visit our website: umwphilharmonic.com.

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Ballet students - you will definitely want to attend this concert. The Richmond Ballet is a real treat to watch and they don't often perform in Fredericksburg. Visit www.umwphilharmonic.tix.com to purchase tickets. See you in Dodd auditorium on Friday, April 24.

Here's what is coming next: The Richmond Ballet is joining the Philharmonic for our Spring Concert on Friday, April 24. You won't want to miss this spectacular partnership performance. To purchase tickets visit umwphilharmonic.tix.com and pick your favorite seat. Children of all ages will love this one!