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January 2024 by Stacey Weeks
I don't think I can express strongly enough my gratitude to the Phil for giving me a night of pure joy. A night of magic. The Christmas program was beyond words. They touched every little part of the Christmas experience. I wanted to laugh and cry and sing all at the same time. The talent displayed was fantastic.directo
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December 2023 by Richard Ewing
Just another outstanding concert with Laura conducting and a favorite soloist performing the signature piece. This certainly is a top symphony orchestra among its peers - mid-sized metro areas within CONUS!
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October 2023 by susan15 susan15
I was delighted to attend the opening performance of the Reno Phil's 55th season - it was a wonderful evening with exceptional music. Conductor Laura Jackson and the excellent musicians gave inspiring performances and guest artist Daniel Liebman was flawless in her nuanced playing. The Inside the Music talk was well worth attending but the highlight of the evening was Beethoven's Symphony No. 5. Truly a night to remember! I would love to hear Vivaldi's Four Seasons played by the Reno Phil - or any of Vivaldi pieces, in fact. Perhaps next season?
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October 2023 by Nancy Jackson
It was COMPLETELY WONDERFUL!!! I still hear it. Thank you so much for this opportunity!
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October 2023 by Harlan Fricke
The entire evening was fantastic! What a wonderful program!
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October 2023 by Pawandeep Kaur
My child is going on a field trip next week on wed
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July 2023 by Clancy O.
This review is not actually about the orchestra itself, which I consider quite excellent, especially for a city of Reno's size. But every July the Reno Phil puts on an event called Pops on the River, which for many of us has been a highlight of summer. In past years Pops was held at a beautiful park along the Truckee River. But this year, for whatever reason, the event was moved many blocks away from the river to a large outdoor venue with awful acoustics and a stage that could not be seen by more than half the people attending. To make matters worse, unlike in all previous years, patrons were not allowed to bring alcohol. There were bars set up at the venue to sell wine, beer and hard liquor -- and they had very long lines, making people wait a half hour or more to get a drink. In summary, a wonderful event was ruined by moving it to a venue that allowed only half the audience to see the orchestra or hear it. As a result, most people sitting in the back half of the large field just started talking and visiting while the music was played. A great event became an awful one. Let's hope the Reno Phil comes to its senses and moves back to the river next year.
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April 2023 by Jim Fettgather
The acoustics in this space are excellent and the orchestra sounded fabulous, not only for this performance, but for each performance I have attended in the past. A first-rate and highly enjoyable experience.
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February 2023 by Gabbi H.
When it comes to Reno, the arts and culture scene overall leans towards mural art and a local music scene. The Reno Philharmonic adds a nice contrast for that with performances with a full orchestra and often a chorus accompaniment. While their home is the Pioneer Center, they also play shows all over the region--like a live performance of the Ghostbusters score during a movie screening at the GSR (so fun!). Their shows are a great addition to a date night or girls night out when you want to do something different. While I love the Classix series, my favorite performances are the less traditional shows or ones that expose me to music from other cultures that I may not be familiar with. I hope that these more "pop culture" shows will bring in a younger crowd to the Phil and raise the energy in the audiences on Saturday nights (that's when you'll catch me there).Disclaimer: I am an ambassador for the Reno Phile, and am often gifted tickets in exchange for my honest reviews and experience.
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February 2023 by Anna Tyner
Piano ? tuned on back edge of stage, and then moved for the piece featuring the visiting pianist (who was fabulous). Never seen another venue do that! Conductor too far back, so musicians placed awkwardly facing one another, rather than the audience. Audience not reminded to turn off phones. Very obnoxious ringing during performance. Conductor also failed to coach audience to wait to applaud after final movement of the pieces.
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February 2023 by Samantha Blackford
Classy fun!
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November 2022 by David B.
Second concert I've been to this season (today: "The Organ Symphony") and they've all been exceptional. Nice facilities, friendly people, parking is a breeze (be a little early though) and the price is right. Support the arts!
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November 2022 by Don Roberts
Overall I enjoyed the concert. The musicianship was outstanding. However I am not personally a fan of the atonal aspect of the new piece premiered at this concert. I still love the musicality of the older composers.
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November 2022 by Jeanne Perry
I enjoyed the performance last night so much and .so glad I attended. I hope to see more of the guest performer! He is amazing!
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November 2022 by MJ Del Missier
Fabulous, per usual, Violin & Piano !
