Founded in 1945[1] and colloquially referred to as the RI Philharmonic, the orchestra's performing home is Veterans Memorial Auditorium in Providence.
[8] In December 2021, the orchestra announced a change in Tovey's title to principal conductor and artistic director, and in parallel an extension of his contract through August 2026.
[10] Following Tovey's death, the orchestra named Tania Miller as its interim principal conductor in August 2022,[11] for the 2022-2023 season.
[15] In June 2024, the Rhode Island Philharmonic announced the appointment of Reinhardt as its next music director, effective with the 2025-2026 season.
[16] The RI Philharmonic is the only fully integrated professional orchestra and music school in United States.