Find some fun thoughts and listicles on all things music. Posts are contributed by staff
and friends of the Philharmonic.
Symphony 101: Instruments Of The Orchestra
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.
Family Fun At The Symphony
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:
What Do We Mean By "Program?"
You’ve probably read our program notes or our program book, but what’s with all the ways we use the term “program?”
Your Symphony Experience
Frequently asked questions about what to expect at a SPhil concert
A Joyful Introduction
Get to know more about the author and what to expect from the guide.
Curious Inspiration
When it comes to musical instruments and children, curiosity is never in short supply. Here are five ways to move your child from curiosity to connoisseur:
Nosferatu: Re-imagined
Nosferatu is campy fun by today’s standards, but when it debuted in 1922, it was a groundbreaking work of fear and suspense.
What Music Teachers Want Parents to Know
Tackling parenthood and all of its moving parts is rarely easy, but adding music into children’s lives is so worth it. Hopefully this list helps you on your journey.
Music Sandwiched In: A Retrospective
Libraries are not passive institutions. Libraries are a vital and intricate part of a community’s educational and cultural fabric. To remain relevant, Libraries must program spaces in and out of its walls.
Why is the Saxophone a Stranger to the Symphony
One of the most important days in music history, the old story goes, was when Adolphe Sax hooked his clarinet mouthpiece to his garden hose and invented the saxophone.
90 years ago...
The Spartanburg Philharmonic celebrates its 90th anniversary this year. Here are some things that happened 90 years ago in the Music world…