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Concerto For Violin & Rock Band is a pioneering collaboration blending the intensity of a rock band with the expressive depth of a string orchestra. Conceived by Mike Mills of R.E.M. and featuring violinist Robert McDuffie as the soloist and dedicatee, this concerto has redefined modern ensemble performance. The project sits at the crossroads of contemporary classical and rock aesthetics, delivering high-energy passages alongside lyrical violin lines that showcase technical prowess and musical storytelling.

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World premieres and ongoing performances have taken this piece from the Toronto Symphony Orchestra stages to concert halls across North America, making it a standout in the modern repertoire. If you're looking to secure unforgettable live music experiences, you’ve got a guy—we’ll help you navigate tickets and dates with straightforward, trustworthy service.

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Biography, discography highlights, and upcoming tour information below provide a concise guide to Concerto For Violin & Rock Band. Explore the creative partnership of Mike Mills (a longtime musician with R.E.M.) and Robert McDuffie, learn about the world premiere with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra in June 2016, and discover the world premiere recording released on Orange Mountain Music in October 2016. The duo’s work has earned recognition in the broader music community, with Mills and McDuffie connected to Emmy and Grammy circles, including McDuffie’s Southeast Regional Emmy in 2023 for A Night of Georgia Music. The 2025 nine-date Howl Owl Howl tour brings together Mills, Darius Rucker, and Steve Gorman for a robust set of performances across major U.S. cities, presenting a fresh slate of material for fans of both rock and classical traditions.

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Quick Facts About Concerto For Violin & Rock Band

  • Composer-performer: Mike Mills (R.E.M.), with violinist Robert McDuffie as the concerto’s dedicatee/soloist.
  • Music style: a fusion of rock band energy with a string orchestra, blending contemporary classical and rock aesthetics.
  • World premiere: June 2016 with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra; subsequent tours in 2016–2017.
  • Recording: World premiere recording released October 14, 2016 on Orange Mountain Music.
  • Discography (performers): Mills – Concerto for Violin, Rock Band and String Orchestra (2016, Orange Mountain Music); Robert McDuffie – Icons (with Elizabeth Pridgen, 2022, Orange Mountain Music).
  • Major awards: Mike Mills and Robert McDuffie have Emmy and Grammy associations; McDuffie received a Southeast Regional Emmy in 2023 for A Night of Georgia Music.

The records

Concerto For Violin & Rock Band Discography

  • Concerto for Violin, Rock Band and String Orchestra
    2016 · Orange Mountain Music
  • Icons
    2022 · Orange Mountain Music

The hits

Top Concerto For Violin & Rock Band Songs

  • Losing My Religion
    1991 · US Hot 100 #4; UK #19
  • What's the Frequency, Kenneth?
    1994 · US Hot 100 #21; UK #9
  • The One I Love
    1987 · US Hot 100 #9; UK #16

Biography, discography highlights, and upcoming tour information below provide a concise guide to Concerto For Violin & Rock Band. Explore the creative partnership of Mike Mills (a longtime musician with R.E.M.) and Robert McDuffie, learn about the world premiere with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra in June 2016, and discover the world premiere recording released on Orange Mountain Music in October 2016. The duo’s work has earned recognition in the broader music community, with Mills and McDuffie connected to Emmy and Grammy circles, including McDuffie’s Southeast Regional Emmy in 2023 for A Night of Georgia Music. The 2025 nine-date Howl Owl Howl tour brings together Mills, Darius Rucker, and Steve Gorman for a robust set of performances across major U.S. cities, presenting a fresh slate of material for fans of both rock and classical traditions.

For performers and venues, we list official social and website links with safe target attributes to help you connect with the artists and stay updated on new dates. Date to be announced? We’ll keep you informed—Date to be announced. Rescheduled or multi-date events will be clearly indicated on each listing so you can plan with confidence. Secure your seats and enjoy a seamless ticket-buying experience with us.

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