Pops at the Post

Swan song: Longtime Pops at the Post board members step down - Salisbury Post SALISBURY — Many jobs, lots of them behind the scenes, necessary to make the annual Pops at the Post concert a reality, don’t end at the planning and fundraising stages. […]

Pops at the Post is milestone concert with lots of firsts - Salisbury Post SALISBURY — The 2026 Pops at the Post concert was a community celebration with lots of milestone events and firsts for the symphony orchestra, and Peter Ferretti, executive director of […]

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The building of the stage! Join us tomorrow and make history.

For the first time, the Salisbury Symphony will take the stage at Bell Tower Green. This has been a dream of many for a very, very long time, and is a realized dream of so many foundational elements of what makes Salisbury such a special community.

Join us tomorrow and celebrate the very best our community has to offer!

We can't wait to hear what Caitlin and the SSO have in store for us! Read more about this remarkable artist on the Salisbury Symphony's post.

Meet the Artist! Caitlin Warbelow:

A dynamic and genre-crossing violinist, Caitlin Warbelow is best known to many audiences as the original onstage fiddler in the Tony Award–winning Broadway musical Come From Away. Her performances there and across North America have showcased not only her technical brilliance but also her ability to connect storytelling and music in a way that feels immediate and human.

Equally at home in classical, folk, and theatrical settings, Warbelow has built a career that bridges traditions. She has appeared as a soloist with orchestras across the country and is a sought-after collaborator for programs that blend symphonic sound with vernacular styles. Her playing draws deeply from Celtic and American fiddle traditions, bringing rhythmic vitality, improvisatory flair, and a sense of spontaneity that energizes both musicians and audiences.

For her performance with the Salisbury Symphony at Pops at the Post, Warbelow is featured across several highlights that reflect her unique artistry. She brings expressive lyricism to the traditional Irish air Pretty Girl Milking Her Cow, theatrical power to Me and the Sky from Come From Away (with guest vocalists), and infectious dance energy to An Irish Party in 3rd Class. After intermission, she returns in full force with the driving rhythms of Mark O’Connor’s Olympic Reel and the electrifying showpiece The Devil Went Down to Georgia, where her virtuosic playing is sure to steal the show.

Warbelow’s presence transforms this program from a traditional pops concert into a vibrant musical journey; a journey that celebrates the many voices of American music, from folk roots to Broadway and beyond.

Join us on June 6th to experience Caitlin's remarkable artistry!

It wouldn't be summer in Salisbury without Pops at the Post! Join us downtown at Bell Tower Green on Saturday, June 6, 2026, for an evening of music with the Salisbury Symphony and friends.

Music kicks off at 5:00 PM with the Salisbury Swing Band, followed by the 208th Army Band at 6:30 PM, leading up to the Salisbury Symphony's performance at 7:30 under the baton of Music Director Daniel Wiley and the beautiful Rowan County stars.

This year, we’re thrilled to welcome special guest artist Caitlin Warbelow, a New York–based Alaskan violinist and Celtic fiddler who originated the fiddle/violin book in the Tony Award–winning Broadway musical Come From Away. Caitlin and the SSO will be joined by some guest artists throughout the night, including musicians from the 208th Army Band.

Pack your lawn chairs and picnic blankets, gather your friends and family, and get ready for an unforgettable night of swing, patriotic favorites, and high‑energy fiddling—all completely free, thanks to our generous community partners.

It wouldn't be Pops at the Post without tailgating! We still have 8 spots left. Secure your spot here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pops-at-the-post-tailgating-2026-tickets-1407740522799

During the 2025 Pops at the Post concert, a special tribute honored the late Mayor Karen Alexander. The music that played during the video was one of her favorites, “Serenade for Strings”.

Watch the moving video montage here. Thank you to Miller Davis for creating and sharing this beautiful remembrance.

Pops at the Post 2025 - Salisbury Symphony Pays Tribute to the late Karen Alexander “Serenade for Strings” a tribute to the late Mayor Karen Alexander was presented with pictures of her through the years as the piece was performed by the Sal...

Thanks to ALL of the Pops at the Post staff and volunteers for making yesterday's indoor performance a success! It took an army of folks to pull this thing off, and we did it! We also want to recognize the Catawba College events staff, the Miller Davis Agency, New Sarum Brewery, Mean Mug Coffee Company, the City of Salisbury and finally the musicians, production crew, board members and volunteers of the Salisbury Symphony for their important parts in this very special event! Pops at the Post has never been moved inside for weather until now, so many people worked tirelessly to make the event possible. Of course, none of this would happen at all if it weren't for our great sponsors. We look forward to next year, when we hope to have Salisbury's signature outdoor festival and symphony concert once again at the Bell Tower Green!

For those of you heading to Pops at the Post tonight, here is a helpful map to find the auditorium at Catawaba College! Get there early to enjoy the Salisbury Swing Band and the Salisbury Symphony will perform at 7:30PM.

Address: 2300 W. Innes Street, Salisbury, NC 28144

UPDATE AS OF JUNE 5th:
The Board of Pops at the Post, a beloved Salisbury tradition, has announced that the 2025 event will be relocated from its originally planned outdoor location to an indoor venue due to the forecast of inclement weather.

This year's concert will now be held at Keppel Auditorium at Catawba College, located at 2300 W. Innes Street, Salisbury, NC 28144, on Saturday, June 7, 2025. This change of venue ensures the continued enjoyment and safety of attendees while preserving the integrity and spirit of the event. Notably, this marks the first time in the event’s 20-year history that the free, family-friendly celebration has been moved due to weather conditions.

The evening will begin with a pre-show performance in the Peeler Crystal Lounge by the Salisbury Swing Band from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., followed by the main symphonic concert from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., with no intermission.

The feature performance will showcase the Salisbury Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Maestro Daniel Wiley, delivering a vibrant program that blends patriotic classics and popular musical selections.

Complimentary parking will be available on the campus of Catawba College.