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Rock Infused Orchestra Announces Explosive England Tour – June 2027
WISCONSIN, USA - Rock Infused Orchestra announces Explosive England Tour – June 2027
The Rock Infused Orchestra (RIO), in partnership with MCM Arts, is thrilled to announce
that the Wisconsin-based ensemble will take its electrifying Classic Rock show on tour to
England in June 2027.
Building on the success of the Orchestra’s acclaimed Spain tour in 2025, the England
tour will bring together more than 100 young musicians on stage, delivering high-energy
performances that fuse the power of rock music with the grandeur of a full string
orchestra.
A major highlight of the tour will be a once-in-a-lifetime stop at Abbey Road Studios in
London, one of the most legendary recording studios in music history. There, the Rock
Infused Orchestra will follow in the footsteps of iconic artists such as The Beatles, Pink
Floyd, and Queen, recording a track in the famed Studio One—the largest studio at
Abbey Road and a cornerstone of rock and film music history.
Beyond the concert stage, the tour will also capture the spirit of discovery and
adventure. A camera crew will document the Orchestra’s journey as the musicians
explore and perform in some of England’s most celebrated destinations, offering
audiences a behind-the-scenes look at life on the road and the cultural experiences that
shape young artists.
Founder and Music Director Andy Hutchison shared his excitement about the upcoming
tour:“It’s incredibly exciting to take Rock Infused Orchestra to a country that has produced so
many of the world’s greatest rock legends. England is the birthplace of the music that
inspired this project, and bringing our musicians there—especially to Abbey Road—is a
dream come true.”
The Rock Infused Orchestra England Tour 2027 promises to be a bold celebration of
music, creativity, and youth artistry—combining iconic rock repertoire, symphonic
power, and unforgettable experiences on and off the stage.
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Our Story
Making Music
Never heard of Rock Infused Orchestra™ ? Think string orchestra meets rock band. RIO was founded in 1999 by Andrew Hutchinson. Andy, an Oshkosh WI native has been playing the violin for years. His passion is driven through education of music. Andy studied music education at UW-Oshkosh and Lawrence University. He can be seen actively performing many genres of music with the Arlington String Quartet or rockin’ electric violin with Symphony on the Rocks with Vic Ferrari. Andy started RIO with just a couple of young violinists that were looking for something more than just the regular classical music they were learning in school. “Rock music is fun and challenging, the student musicians connect with it and really learn a lot about rhythm and playing with a group” Andy says. “RIO is a great outlet for school musicians to play and practice in the summer; it keeps their skills sharp! In the beginning, the group consisted of about 5 members who practiced in a small back room at a local music store and held a small concert at Riverside Park in Neenah. Since that time, the group has continued to grow. This year’s RIO includes over 170 members led by 15+ professional musicians playing violin, viola, cello, bass, guitar and percussion. Rock Infused Orchestra welcomes musicians of all ages and all skill level. RIO is comprised of three ensembles to accommodate all levels of rockers. The ensembles practice every Thursday from mid June to early August at Neenah High School to hone their skills with a team of passionate, professional musicians.