Both events are major fundraisers which provide the core of the RSVA financial resources. Other RSVA programs include an annual, week-long, resident Summer Music Institute at Ferrum College, and the Young Artist Competition held annually to recognize individual achievements of Youth Symphony members. In honor of long-time RSO patron Anne Jett Rogers, the RSVA has also established a scholarship fund which provides educational support to talented young musicians. RSVA members donate thousands of hours of time and talent. Many volunteers are needed to carry out tasks in order to provide the valuable support the RSVA has come to offer.
New members are always welcome.