In celebration of the United States of America’s upcoming semiquincentennial, composer Stephen N. Limbaugh III has written a new 28-minute symphony that reflects the American civic experience through beauty, memory, and renewal. The Roger Scruton Legacy Foundation is partnering with Limbaugh to professionally record and release the work in 2026, making it freely available to audiences across the country as a civic gift.

Structured in four movements and rooted in traditional symphonic form, the A250 Symphony draws on folk, indigenous, and classical idioms, extending the lineage of Dvořák, Copland, and Gershwin among others, while offering a contemporary American voice.

About the Composer

Stephen N. Limbaugh III is a composer and concert pianist. Limbaugh’s compositions have been recorded by the Russian Philharmonic Orchestra and Valentina Lisitsa. His debut album, Pants, was the top-selling album of contemporary concert music on the Billboard Classical charts in 2014. As a solo pianist, his engagements include the Golden Globes, Emmys, the White House, the Missouri State Bicentennial, and the Nashville Scoring Orchestra. Limbaugh parlayed his success as a performer and composer into writing the musical scores for films, the latest of which, The Beldham, stars Patricia Heaton. He is an immersive audio enthusiast that recently completed a piano concerto composed specifically for this emerging medium. Stephen is the son of federal judge Stephen N. Limbaugh Jr. of the 8th Circuit Eastern District, and cousin of the late talk radio king Rush Limbaugh.

Ways to Support

Your support brings this historic recording to life. All contributions are tax-deductible and go directly toward the professional production and release of the A250 Symphony.

Symphony Patron — $50,000+

Includes 2 tickets to the live premiere in Washington, D.C., private dinner with the composer, and prominent recognition in America250 program materials.

Recording Sponsor — $10,000–$24,999

Includes access to recording sessions, invitation to a donor reception, and listed recognition.

Supporter of the Symphony — $2,500–$9,999

Includes access to the initial run-through, early digital access, and name listing.

To make a donation to the project, you can make an online gift here:

Checks can be mailed to:

PO Box 11449

Newport Beach, CA 92658

Please contact us at info@scruton.org if you wish to discuss your gift or other options, including donations of appreciated stock.