The “Yacht Vigilant Galop”
A lively 1893 galop celebrating the yacht Vigilant and its America’s Cup victory.
The Newport Artillery Quick Step
An early march composed for the Artillery Company of Newport.
The Musical Mayor
A 3-term mayor of Newport and a composer, hear the music of Henry Bedlow.
Polka Mazurka, “The Dauntless”
A polka dedicated to James Gordon Bennett, Jr. and his yacht “Dauntless.”
The Yacht Club March
Richard H. Baker composed his “Yacht Club March” in 1895. Hear the march and see some photos of the first Newport home of the NYYC.
“The Great Fete in Newport”
Journey back to 1857 and hear the music of the Fête Champêtre at Chateau-sur-Mer
Amaryllis, by Charles P. Scott
Learn about Newport native composer/organist Charles P. Scott, and hear Amaryllis, his arrangement for organ.
The Gilded Age Orchestra at Rosecliff, March 2025 Part 1
Explore the first half of the musical program conducted by Dr. Christopher Brellochs.
“To Rhode Island, with Love” Part 2.
A look at the second half of the concert celebrating the music of Ambassador J. William Middendorf II.
From Ireland to Fort Adams: Bandmaster J.T. Freeman
Chief Musician John T. Freeman was one of the most popular military conductors of the early 20th century.
“To Rhode Island, with Love” Part 1.
A look at the first half of our concert in January, celebrating the music of Ambassador J. William Middendorf II.
Rhapsody at Rosecliff
A closer look at our program celebrating the 100th anniversary of Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue and the small theater orchestra music of the early 20th century.