Western Piedmont Symphony

Western Piedmont Symphony Tickets available 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. W-F; or 1 hour prior to concerts at the door; or online 24/7 The professional orchestra is led by maestro Matthew Troy.

For 60 years, the Western Piedmont Symphony (WPS), has enriched and engaged the communities of Western North Carolina with inspiring high-quality symphonic music with creative, relevant performances and educational opportunities for all ages. Western Piedmont Symphony is supported by the North Carolina Arts Council and is a funded affiliate of Arts Culture Catawba. Business offices are located on the SALT Block at 243 Third Avenue NE, Hickory.

THIS WEDNESDAY! 🎬✨ Go behind the music of THE NEVERENDING STORY!Join WPS and Footcandle Film Society on Wednesday, Septe...
08/31/2026

THIS WEDNESDAY! 🎬✨ Go behind the music of THE NEVERENDING STORY!

Join WPS and Footcandle Film Society on Wednesday, September 2 at 7:00 p.m. for a special screening at Carolina Theater. After the film, stick around for a conversation with Footcandle founder Alan Jackson about the movie and WPS Music Director Matthew Troy about the music.

Admission is just $5 at the door and FREE for Footcandle members. See the film. Discover the music. Then hear it come to life with the orchestra!

🎻 YOUTH ORCHESTRA AUDITIONS ARE THIS WEEK!There’s still time to audition for the Western Piedmont Symphony Youth Orchest...
08/31/2026

🎻 YOUTH ORCHESTRA AUDITIONS ARE THIS WEEK!

There’s still time to audition for the Western Piedmont Symphony Youth Orchestras and be part of Debut Strings or the Youth Symphony for the 2026-2027 season.

Grow your skills, meet fellow young musicians, and experience the excitement of making music together. Generous scholarships are available!

📅 September 2 & 3 | 4:30-7:30 p.m.
📍 WPS Offices at the SALT Block

Reserve your audition time and find requirements at wpsymphony.org/youthorchestras.

08/30/2026

Step into the music of legendary fantasy worlds with Foothills Pops: Symphony of the Shire! ⚔️🏰

Experience epic music from The Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, Game of Thrones, Hook, World of Warcraft, The Chronicles of Narnia, and more, performed live by Western Piedmont Symphony.

Costumes, cosplay, and Renaissance-inspired attire are encouraged! 🧙

📅 Saturday, September 12 | 7:30 p.m.
📍 J.E. Broyhill Civic Center, Lenoir
🎟️ Tickets: WPSYMPHONY.ORG

⚔️ Your next adventure is closer than you think.On September 12, Western Piedmont Symphony takes you into some of fantas...
08/30/2026

⚔️ Your next adventure is closer than you think.

On September 12, Western Piedmont Symphony takes you into some of fantasy’s most unforgettable worlds with Foothills Pops: Symphony of the Shire.

Experience music from The Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, Game of Thrones, Hook, World of Warcraft, The Chronicles of Narnia, and more, performed live by the symphony.

And don’t just come for the music. Dress for the adventure! Costumes, cosplay, and Renaissance-inspired attire are encouraged. ✨

📅 Saturday, September 12 • 7:30 p.m.
📍 J.E. Broyhill Civic Center, Lenoir

Gather your fellowship and get your tickets at WPSYMPHONY.ORG!

Wow! Check out this great valet parking opportunity for Foothills Pops: Symphony of the Shire. Treat yourself!
08/29/2026

Wow! Check out this great valet parking opportunity for Foothills Pops: Symphony of the Shire. Treat yourself!

08/29/2026

Fantasy fans, Maestro Matthew Troy has a special invitation for you! 🧙‍♂️

Join us September 12 for Foothills Pops: Symphony of the Shire , featuring music from The Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, Game of Thrones, Hook, World of Warcraft, The Chronicles of Narnia, and more.

Costumes, cosplay, and Renaissance-inspired attire are encouraged!

Saturday, September 12 • 7:30 p.m.
J.E. Broyhill Civic Center, Lenoir

🎟️ wpsymphony.org/event/foothills-pops-symphony-of-the-shire/

08/29/2026

🚨 LAST CALL FOR $8.28 TICKETS! 🚨

The clock is ticking on 828 Day! You have until 11:59 p.m. TONIGHT to grab regular Section C adult tickets to eligible Western Piedmont Symphony concerts for just $8.28 each! 🎶

TICKETS: WPSYMPHONY.ORG

For the first time, that includes both Masterworks AND Foothills Pops!

🎟️ $8.28 tickets
💻 Use code 828ISGREAT at checkout
🎫 Limit 4 tickets per show, per person
⏰ Offer ends at 11:59 p.m. TONIGHT

Choose from Symphony of the Shire, Mystic Horizons, Holiday Spectacular, American Roots, Splendid Tchaikovsky, The Texas Tenors, and Romantic Masters.

Please note: Masterworks: Handel’s Messiah (Nov. 19, 2026) is NOT included in this promotion.

Don’t let 828 Day get away from you. Get your tickets before midnight! ❤️

Offer applies to regular Section C adult tickets while available. Limit 4 tickets per show, per person. Excludes Masterworks: Handel’s Messiah. Valid August 28, 2026 only. A $7.25 processing fee will be added to credit card transactions in addition to the grand total price. There are no refunds on purchased tickets. Programs, artists, venues, prices, and dates subject to change.

08/28/2026

⏰ DON’T MISS 828 DAY! There’s still time to grab $8.28 tickets to Western Piedmont Symphony’s 62nd Season, but only until 11:59 p.m. TONIGHT!

And for the first time ever, our 828 Day special includes both Masterworks AND Foothills Pops concerts!

🎟️ Regular Section C adult tickets: $8.28
💻 Use code 828ISGREAT at checkout
🎫 Limit 4 tickets per show, per person

Choose from Symphony of the Shire, Mystic Horizons, Holiday Spectacular, American Roots, Splendid Tchaikovsky, The Texas Tenors, and Romantic Masters.

Please note: Masterworks: Handel’s Messiah(Nov. 19, 2026) is NOT included in the 828 Day promotion.

The clock is ticking on our best ticket deal of the year. Grab your seats before 828 Day is gone! ❤️

Offer applies to regular Section C adult tickets while available. Limit 4 tickets per show, per person. Excludes Masterworks: Handel’s Messiah. Valid August 28, 2026 only. A $7.25 processing fee will be added to credit card transactions in addition to the grand total price. There are no refunds on purchased tickets. Programs, artists, venues, prices, and dates subject to change.

08/28/2026

🎉 828 DAY IS HERE! 🎉 For ONE DAY ONLY, celebrate our hometown area code with $8.28 TICKETS to Western Piedmont Symphony’s 62nd Season!

TICKETS: WPSYMPHONY.ORG

And this year, 828 Day is bigger than ever. For the first time, the special includes both Masterworks AND Foothills Pops concerts!

🎟️ Regular Section C adult tickets: JUST $8.28
📅 Today, August 28, from 12:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m.
🎶 Choose from eligible Masterworks and Foothills Pops concerts
💻 Use code 828ISGREAT at checkout
🎫 Limit 4 tickets per show, per person

PLEASE NOTE: Masterworks: Handel’s Messiah (Nov. 19, 2026) is NOT included in the 828 Day promotion.

That means you can experience Symphony of the Shire, Mystic Horizons, Holiday Spectacular, American Roots, Splendid Tchaikovsky, The Texas Tenors, and Romantic Masters for just $8.28 a ticket!

Offer applies to regular Section C adult tickets while available. Limit 4 tickets per show, per person. Excludes Masterworks: Handel’s Messiah. Valid August 28, 2026 only. A $7.25 processing fee will be added to credit card transactions in addition to the grand total price. There are no refunds on purchased tickets. Programs, artists, venues, prices, and dates subject to change.

08/27/2026

👀 ARE YOU READY?! 👀

Something BIG is coming to Western Piedmont Symphony tomorrow...

Our biggest 828 Day yet is almost here. 🎶

8.28.26

Come back tomorrow. You won’t want to miss this one.

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243 3rd Avenue NE, Ste 1N
Hickory, NC
28601

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Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm

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