The University of Virginia’s College at Wise hosts one of the region’s most anticipated summer traditions as Pro-Art launches its 49th season with the 13th annual Symphony by the Lake.
Experience the thunder of bagpipes, the thrill of fiddles, the fusion of bluegrass and modern music with Dave Eggar & Bristol Lightning, and the majesty of Symphony of the Mountains.
Held in the heart of campus, the concert is free and open to the public with an open invitation to the region to gather, celebrate the arts and experience the vibrant cultural life at UVA Wise. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and picnic baskets and enjoy an evening of music, community and Highland spirit.
This year’s program blends the energy of Celtic folk with the grandeur of orchestral music, showcasing Bristol Lightning—Dave Eggar (cello), Phil Faconti (guitar) and Antony Blake Collins (mandolin)—alongside special guests Pat Mangan (Irish fiddle), Kirsten Agresta Copley (harp) and Conor Coleman (bodhrán & Irish percussion). The evening promises stirring bagpipes, haunting ballads, fiery fiddles and lush orchestral arrangements under the baton of Cornelia Laemmli Orth.
Pro-Art partners with a variety of venues, for accessibility inquiries or general questions, call (276) 376-4520 or email
Y29udGFjdCB8IHByb2FydHZhICEgb3Jn. For weather related updates, patrons are encouraged to check proartva.org for real-time information. In the event of inclement weather, the Symphony by the Lake will be moved to the David J. Prior Convocation Center at UVA Wise.
This performance is made possible in part by the Marvin and Marcia Gilliam Foundation. Pro-Art is supported in part by the Virginia Commission for the Arts, which receives support from the Virginia General Assembly and the National Endowment for the Arts, as well as the C. Bascom Slemp Foundation, The University of Virginia’s College at Wise, and Mountain Empire Community College.
You may also like the following events from Symphony of the Mountains (Official):
- This Sunday, 27th July, 07:00 pm, Celtic Celebration - Allandale Mansion! in Kingsport
- This September, 5th September, 07:00 pm, Don Felder, Formerly of the Eagles, with SOTM! in Kingsport
- This October, 11th October, 03:00 pm, Beer, Brats & Beethoven - Bristol! in Bristol
