The Roxborough Orchestra is your community orchestra!
We are a symphony orchestra comprised of a diverse group of musicians living in Philadelphia and its surrounding suburbs. Our talented musicians and esteemed musical director Michael Ludwig bring classical works to life and serve as an integral part of the region’s cultural fabric.
As a non-profit organization, we rely on donations to fund our ongoing operations and to help keep our music accessible to all!
Donations are made to The Roxborough Orchestra, legally known as The Roxborough Chamber Symphony – a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization
Where are we located?
Rehearsals are held at the Philadelphia Boys Choir & Chorale Building, 1336 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA
Upcoming Rehearsal Schedule:
Wednesday, September 23
Wednesday, September 30
Wednesday, October 7
Wednesday, October 14
Wednesday, October 21
Wednesday, October 28
Wednesday, November 4 (Dress rehearsal)
Concert #1: Sunday, November 8, 3:00pm
Concert location: Venice Island Performing Arts Center – 7 Lock Street, Philadelphia, PA
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Our performances are open to the public. We invite you to join us for an evening of classical music, performed by our dedicated musicians who donate their time and energy to the orchestra.
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Richard graduated from the Curtis Institute of Music in 1990 with a Bachelor’s degree in horn performance. Throughout the 1990s, he performed as principal horn with notable Philadelphia-based ensembles such as Opera Philly, the Philly Pops, and the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia. He also regularly appeared as a substitute hornist with the Philadelphia Orchestra.
While working as a musician in the mid-1990s, Richard attended law school and earned his law degree from Temple University in 1997. He balanced careers in both law and music until 2004, when he fully transitioned to practicing law. Today, he is a co-founder of Swartz Swidler, LLC, an employee rights law firm in Haddonfield, NJ.
In 2023, Richard returned to his musical roots when conductor Michael Ludwig invited him to perform with the Roxborough Orchestra, where he now serves as principal horn.
Richard resides in Cherry Hill, NJ, with his wife and four kids. Outside of law and music, he enjoys spending time with his family and competing in USTA tennis leagues.
Upcoming Concert Schedule
Nov 8, 2026
Jan 30, 2027
April 11, 2027
Our Mission
The Orchestra’s mission is to promote, encourage, and foster the appreciation of the musical arts in the greater Roxborough community through performances.
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