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.

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:

You’ve probably read our program notes or our program book, but what’s with all the ways we use the term “program?”

Frequently asked questions about what to expect at a SPhil concert

Both A Work Of Art And A Genre Defining Piece

Preparing Sheet Music For Performance

Frequently Played And Often Mistaken For A Symphony

Philharmonic vs. Symphony vs. Orchestra

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