Welcome to the Mission Philharmonic and Mission Wind Ensemble! We are thrilled to have you join us as we embark on this exciting journey together.

Founded by Artistic Director Robin Raisch, our ensemble draws inspiration from Riverside’s rich heritage, including its iconic Spanish Mission architecture, a creative idea brought to life by our founding tubist, Andrew Calvillo. The Mission Philharmonic is proud to bring together musicians from across the Riverside area, fostering a vibrant sense of community for both our performers and audiences. Our ensemble unites the music community by featuring members from five local universities, three high schools, and dedicated K-12 band directors, creating a dynamic group that spans all ages.

Our programs are designed to offer something for everyone, with concerts ranging from pops, educational performances, classical repertoire and more. These opportunities allow our musicians to explore diverse genres and prepare for careers in professional orchestras. The dynamic programming also exposes audiences to an expansive list of varied repertoire.

With the support of the Public Art Riverside Grant, our Mission Wind Ensemble recently delighted families with Wish Upon a Star, a Disney-themed concert aimed at engaging younger audiences and families. At Mission, we are passionate about making music accessible to all and believe in the power of music to connect and inspire.

Join us as we work to make classical music free and accessible to everyone in Riverside. Thank you for being part of our mission!

Resilience and Renewal Concert

February 1st, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Experience an uplifting evening of music with The Mission Winds, presenting works that celebrate hope and resilience in the aftermath of the LA Fires. The program features newly composed pieces for wind ensemble and string quartet by composers from LA and those personally connected to the affected communities.

Resilience and Renewal takes audiences on a heartfelt journey through loss, offering strength and perseverance in the face of grief. The second half of the concert shifts toward themes of hope, optimism, and renewal.

All concert proceeds will be donated to organizations aiding those impacted by the fires.

Join us in supporting the LA community and making a difference through music!

Venue

La Sierra University

Hole Memorial Auditorium

4500 Riverwalk Parkway, Riverside, California, 92505

Guest Conductor: Angel Velez

Featuring Composers: Natalia Karaseva, Elena Ross, Leon Ross, Yuxuan Liu, Brian Morales

We look forward to seeing you there!

We performed for Riverside’s 32nd Annual Festival of Lights. Here are two videos of our performances, Sleigh Ride and Polar Express. To watch more, please visit our Youtube Page.

Our woodwind quintet helped to spread the holiday cheer with a performance at Olive Crest, to help making the season brighter for the children in our community.

Woodwind Quintet Members

Robin Raisch - Flute

Raine Schiessel - Oboe

Michael Morales - Clarinet

Joe Yocam - Bassoon

JC Eclar - French Horn