Symphony of 400

More than 300 local musicians have signed up to perform with the Richmond Symphony in "Come and Play," a benefit for the Richmond Public Schools' music education program, at 6 p.m. Dec. 9 at Virginia Commonwealth University's Siegel Center, Broad and Harrison streets in Richmond.

Erin Freeman will conduct at the event, cosponsored by VCU and the Bryan and Kathryn Harvey Family Memorial Endowment. Admission is free; donations may be made at the door or by mail to:

Bryan and Kathryn Harvey Family Memorial Endowment
The Community Foundation
7501 Boulders View Drive, Suite 101
Richmond, VA 23225

Proceeds will be used for instrument purchase and repair in the city schools.

Details: (804) 788-1212, www.richmondsymphony.com