The South Carolina Military Museum invites the public to experience a unique celebration of music and military history at the “War Songs” music festival on Friday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 1 National Guard Road, Columbia. This free, family-friendly event honors the 250th anniversary of theContinue Reading
Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College has officially unveiled its exciting 2024–2025 performance season, packed with fun, music, laughter, and unforgettable moments for the whole family. Whether you’re a fan of toe-tapping tunes, jaw-dropping illusionists, heartfelt plays, or dazzling dance performances, there’s something for everyone to enjoy right here inContinue Reading
The South Carolina Philharmonic is ending its 60th Anniversary Season on a high note—welcoming home Columbia’s own Andy Akiho for a special evening of music at the Koger Center for the Arts on Friday, April 26, at 7:30 p.m. Akiho, a seven-time Grammy-nominated composer and percussionist, will take the stageContinue Reading
The Lake Murray Symphony Orchestra’s April 6 concert Concertos and Cookies will featuring the winners of the 2025 LMSO Young Artist Competition: 1st Place, Soren Allen-Grunspan, cello2nd Place, Kaden Lim, violin3rdPlace, Léna Allen-Grunspan, viola The performance will be April 6, at 3:30 pm in Harbison Theatre, at 7300 College Street,Continue Reading
The South Carolina Philharmonic is bringing live symphonic music to Columbia with two special performances at the Koger Center for the Arts this weekend: Beethoven & Blue Jeans – March 29 at 7:30 PM Family Time with the Phil – March 30 at 3:00 PM (free admission) Beethoven & BlueContinue Reading
Several District Five students performed at the SC Music Educators Association All State Choir weekend at Winthrop University February 27 – March 1. Students selected to participate include: Aishani Banerjee (Chapin Middle), Baylie Batchelor (Irmo High), Anasia Bryant (Irmo High), Elijah Drum (Chapin High), Mackenzie Gable (Chapin High), Kyle HoustonContinue Reading
East Coast Premiere of Dreams in Flight Comes to Columbia on February 22 Columbia, SC – The South Carolina Philharmonic, recipient of the 2024 Governor’s Award for the Arts, continues its 60th Anniversary Season with a highly anticipated performance featuring GRAMMY®-winning banjo duo Béla Fleck and Abigail Washburn. The concert,Continue Reading
The Board of Directors of the South Carolina Philharmonic announced yesterday that Music Director Morihiko Nakahara has renewed his contract with the organization through June 30th, 2029. A native of Kagoshima, Japan, Morihiko Nakahara has served as Music Director of the South Carolina Philharmonic since 2008. During the 2024-2025 season,Continue Reading
EntertainmentThe popular Chamber Crawl series is heading to Five Points for the first time, bringing classical and modern music together in a unique performance. This exciting event will take place at New Brookland Tavern, Columbia’s iconic live music venue, on [insert date and time]. Cellist Ryan Knott and violinist SarahContinue Reading
Columbia, SC — The South Carolina Philharmonic has been awarded a $20,000 grant by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) to support its Family Time with the Phil and Symphony for All programs. These initiatives aim to make live orchestra music more accessible to diverse audiences. Family Time withContinue Reading
The South Carolina Philharmonic will host an evening of music and wine at the Koger Center on Thursday, January 18, at 7:30 p.m. The event, called “Wolfgang & Wine,” will feature three beautiful pieces of music and a special wine-tasting experience. The concert will begin with Concertino Cusqueño by GabrielaContinue Reading
Get ready for a heartwarming holiday performance as “A Dickens of a Christmas” takes the stage at Bill’s Pickin’ Parlor on Sunday, December 15, at 4 p.m. This unique production, presented as a classic Christmas radio show, features three actors portraying 50 characters, accompanied by the legendary pianist Ed McContinue Reading
The South Carolina Philharmonic is bringing holiday cheer to Columbia with its festive concert, Home for the Holidays, on Thursday, December 19, 2024, at 7:00 PM at the Koger Center for the Arts. This special event, led by Music Director Morihiko Nakahara and Director Chad Henderson, promises a funContinue Reading
The critically acclaimed duo The War and Treaty—husband and wife Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Trotter—will perform a one-night-only concert on November 1 at Harbison Theatre, bringing their soulful blend of roots rock, Americana, and country to South Carolina. Known for their powerful performances, The War and Treaty have earnedContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Philharmonic’s 60th Anniversary Season continues with a thrilling evening of Tchaikovsky & Tangos on November 15 at 7:30 p.m. at the Koger Center for the Arts. Highlighting this fall concert, Concertmaster Mary Lee Taylor Kinosian will perform Astor Piazzolla’s fiery Four Seasons of BuenosContinue Reading
Organist Paul Thomas will present a recital on October 27 at 3 p.m. at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, located at 1100 Sumter Street, Columbia. The event, sponsored by the Greater Columbia Chapter of the American Guild of Organists, is free and open to the public. Following the recital, Trinity Cathedral’s ChoralContinue Reading