Melodic, Totally Electrifying & Triumphant
Each instrument adds its own voice and color to a piece of music and offers composers endless possibilities when creating new themes. Along with guest conductor Lee Mills, join us for a concert that examines how composers employ this world of sound and expression to craft the unexpected. Experience the pure harmonies created by Arvo Pärt. Be electrified by the powerful, complex, and intricate rhythms of guest pianist and composer Conrad Tao. And be dazzled by the brilliantly robust and striving melodies woven by Tchaikovsky. Truly, a concert program that will heighten your senses and captivate your mind.
Ticket Prices
Adults: $25-$45
Youth:* $12.50-$22.50
*Up to Age 22
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Box Office Hours: Monday - Friday 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
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Full Program
Arvo Pärt, Cantus in Memory of Benjamin Britten……………………6 min
Conrad Tao, An Adjustment..……………………………………………….32 min
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Symphony No. 5…………………………44 min
Andante - Allegro con anima
Andante cantabile con alcuna licenza
Valse: Allegro moderato
Finale: Andante maestoso - Allegro vivace
The Artists
Lee Mills, Guest Conductor
Lee Mills is internationally recognized as a passionate, multifaceted, and energetic conductor. Mills received his Graduate Performance Diploma and Artist’s Diploma in Orchestral Conducting at the Peabody Institute. An avid advocate for the arts, Mills has brought classical music to thousands of new listeners through performances in contrarian settings.
“omnivorous musical temperament eager to try out highly contrasting musical styles and approaches”
Conrad Tao, Piano & Electronics
Conrad Tao is a leader of the new generation of classical music. The pianist and composer has amassed a steady stream of awards and critical acclaim for his performances, compositions and recordings. A former prodigy, Conrad has emerged as a mature, thoughtful and thought-provoking artist with both a singular vision and the talent to realize it.
“The kind of musician who is shaping the future of classical music”
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Safety Guidelines
In partnership with the Converse University, we continue to welcome and encourage masks, particularly for those in high-risk populations, at this time though, facial coverings are NOT required to attend Spartanburg Philharmonic concerts at Twichell Auditorium. We continue our pledge to prioritize safety for all who engage with us. Along with our partners at Converse, we will continue to monitor local infection rates regularly, and policies may change as we receive updated information.
NOTE: programs subject to change;
timings, when given, are approximate.