Upcoming Season Info
Learn more about our current season and any upcoming concerts that the RPO will be presenting. Ticket information can be found by clicking on the concert of your chosing.
Join the Orchestra
The RPO has been putting together a list of subs for all sections of the orchestra. There are also positions open for auditions throughout the season. Check us out.
Ways to Donate
The RPO is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit organization and we depend on our amazing donors to keep concerts available and affordable to the public. We appreciate any donations, find out more here.
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SOMETHING TO CELEBRATE!
The next decade.
Where words fail … music speaks.
It is because of our AMAZING patrons that our 10-Year Anniversary Season was a huge success.
With record attendance, the orchestra and board are more excited than ever to begin our
next decade with you. We are all committed to providing professional and entertaining
concert seasons with accesible ticket pricing for everyone. We hope you’ll join us
as our journey continues!
— Brock A. Besse, Maestro & Founder
A new way to enjoy music
The Rochester Pops Orchestra is committed to providing a musical experience
the appeals to everyone. From big band, jazz standards & soft rock to films scores,
Broadway hits and todays pops … there is something for everyone to enjoy.
PAST CONCERTS
Wanting to know what types of music the RPO performs at their concerts? Are you interested in what we’ve played in the past? You’re in luck, click here to check out our past concert line-ups.
JOIN THE BOARD
The RPO has a very active board with many individuals who have a heart for the arts community in Rochester. If you have an interest in participating, there are openings and we would delight in telling you about them. Please inquire within.
FREE TICKETS
The RPO is able to present concerts due to the amazing help of our volunteers. From ticketing agents and ushers to audio and visual help, there is something to fit everyones skill set.
UPCOMING
Auditions …
We hold auditions throughout the season based on need throughout the orchestra. The 2025-2026 season has been announced and other than string positions, the orchestra is fully staffed. We thank you for your interest in the RPO and are happily accepting sub requests at this time.
WOODWINDS
Subs on all instruments
BRASS
Subs on all instruments
PERCUSSION & KEYBOARDS
Mallet Player
STRINGS
Positions available in ALL sections.
Patron Testimonials
Don’t take our word for it – here’s what our patrons say:
I recently attended my first Rochester Pops Concert and was very pleased by the large sound and broad range of selections presented. Will definetely be attending again.
Kevin Schnaith
Patron
Another amazing concert filled with amazing musicians from in and around the Rochester Area. Rochester’s Got Talent showcased the need for organizations like the RPO.
Kari Ryder
Patron
A great way to spend the close of our weekend. Your concert was very well put together and your musicians looked like they thoroughly were enjoying the experience.
Michael Wright
UMN Professor
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Our Board of Directors
The RPO Board consists of several professionals that are dedicated to bringing out
the best in the Arts community. A few spots are still open and we welcome new
members throughout the year.
Brock A. Besse
Maestro & Founder
Barb Sorensen
Past President
Darren Saner
President
Jane Sheffield
Publicity
Julie Hanson
Secretary & Grant Specialist
Bill Shea
Publicity Assistant
Meghan Kozub
Online Media Specialist
Clayton Reedstrom
Librarian
Lilah Aas
Emcee
