Gaining popularity with his piece, Rhapsody in Blue, the New York Symphony Society commissioned a piano concerto, Concerto in F major, which became the largest and most complex work for the concert stage he had ever undertaken.
Innovators are always “bridging the gap” between classical music and popular culture, and the styles and instrumentation of classical music can be reinterpreted in a myriad of ways in order to attract modern audiences!
Brrr! January can often feel daunting and cold, but we are embracing the winter chill by celebrating some of the best classical works for winter!
To assist our newer friends and audience members become more familiar with the instruments of the orchestra and their typical placement on the stage, we’ve prepared a visual guide to help you navigate each section.
A classical music festival in France, L’Offrande Musicale, founded by David Fray, focuses on making sure everyone can share their love of music!
No matter the concert program, Spartanburg Philharmonic is a fantastic way to introduce children to music. But we know that bringing children, especially young children, can sometimes seem daunting. Get are a few tips to help your entire family have an exceptional concert experience:
To get you in a jazzy mood, lets explore some of the best jazz albums released in the past year, which are innovative both in instrumentation and story-telling.
We are sure you’ve heard of John Williams, one of the best film composers of all time, but here are a few other composers whose music we know you’ll recognize!
