Espresso Series
Espresso Series
More than a concert.
Rev up your weekend with our Espresso Series – your ultimate live music fix paired with complimentary food and beverages, all in a chill and laidback setting. Dive into a relaxed "happy hour" experience before a short concert that spans eclectic genres, from music's legendary composers to lesser-known hidden gems that promise delightful surprises. Kickstart your weekend in style with a musical adventure that's both cool and delicious.
Upcoming Concerts
Past Concerts
Unleash your inner detective as the Philharmonic unravels an interactive murder mystery piece by piece.
Celebrate Spartanburg’s rich musical heritage with Locally Sourced, a concert dedicated to showcasing the incredible talent of composers and musicians from our very own community.
Step into the haunting world of Phantom of the Opera with this unique cinematic and musical experience.
Ignite your senses with “Blazin’ Brass,” a thrilling concert featuring a powerhouse brass ensemble performing works inspired by fire, passion, and renewal.
Back by popular demand, we present a captivating percussion concert that promises to shake, rattle and roll your soul. In the intimate ambiance of our Espresso Series, our talented percussionists will ignite the stage with their mesmerizing rhythms, creating an electrifying fusion of beats and melodies that will leave you spellbound.
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Jointly curated by our Concertmaster, Joanna Mullfinger, ‘Go For Baroque’ will shine a spotlight on the remarkable talent of our musicians. Step into a musical time capsule as our ensemble transports you to opulent sounds of the Baroque era, where composers like Bach, Purcell, and Corelli reign supreme. The concert promises a rich tapestry of melodies and harmonies that will transport you to a time when the world of classical music was the height of luxury.
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Jonathan Scales Fourchestra defies description, blending jazz, classical, and progressive rock with Latin rhythms and funk. With electric bass, drums, and steel pans, they create captivating soundscapes, mesmerizing audiences worldwide. Evolving from a fluid lineup to a tight-knit trio, they're now fully embracing their identity as a band, with Jonathan composing specifically for the group.
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“Blood! Your precious blood!” Take it easy, Orlok. First screened in 2016 and then again in 2018, fan favorite “Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror” (yes that’s the real title) makes its return to the Espresso stage with the Spartanburg Philharmonic chamber ensemble.
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The ultimate Espresso blend - classical and contemporary pieces pair in a concert program that will have you dancing into spring. Feel the music move you as our musician's fingers and bows leap from note to note.
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Soar with us through the starry evening on the airy notes of our woodwind quintet. Featuring a light yet warming blend of music from Beethoven, Maslanka, Holst, & more. A most uplifting night of music.
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"Project Trio is packed with musicianship, joy, and surprise!"
says Downbeat Magazine. Now the trio lend their energetic style to the Great American Songbook in an electrifying jolt of jazz music.
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A strong, robust music brew for the opening of our 95th Season. Featuring Beethoven’s Op. 95 - String Quartet no. 11, “Serioso” - and Op. 95 from Saint-Saëns' Fantaisie for solo harp sweetened by lighthearted, contemporary compositions.
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Explore traditional folk melodies from Ireland, Scotland, Denmark, Sweden, and more that have been beautifully arranged for string quartet. Mystical, evocative, and a heck of a lot of fun right in time for St. Patrick’s Day!
The exotic East immediately envelopes the audience when Jennifer Chang and her guzheng, the 21-string Chinese zither, take the stage. A master of her craft, Jennifer will mesmerize and delight with a blend of eastern and western classical pieces.
The Great American Song Book with a direct, simple, yet intriguing style. This trio improvise solo narratives with toe-tapping nonchalant grace and played with the confident passion of dedicated musicians. Truly, swinging, sophisticated jazz.
Explore with us the uncharted musical space of cello and tabla, drawing on traditional Indian rhythmic compositions and traditional American melodies. The result is a spirited, soulful sound that is absolutely mesmerizing to watch.
Classical music is at the center of many of television’s most memorable themes. Brought to life by your Spartanburg Philharmonic chamber ensemble, each piece pulled from the smallscreen will have you feeling lighthearted and a bit nostalgic.
Join us for a musical exploration of new and familiar composers, and the spark that ignited their creativity Who knows, maybe one piece will inspire your own muse.
If your motivational playlist went classical, this program would be it. This concert is designed to energize your spirit and add thrilling new energy to your life while thoroughly exploring the expressive range of the cello.
Featuring Charlie Chaplin’s most memorable character, The Tramp, and Buster Keaton’s slap-stick romp One Week, each with live accompaniment by our chamber musicians. Bowler hat and spats optional.
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND The percussion section of the Spartanburg Philharmonic returns to the stage at Chapman to offer a fantastic program of rhythms, beats, and foot-tapping tunes. You won’t want to miss this one!
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Celebrating the music of Spartanburg, this “locally sourced” program will feature composers from Spartanburg, past and present, in a delightfully eclectic concert.
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Wind down the week with the Spartanburg Philharmonic! Enjoy a drink and listen as our string ensemble perform a mesmerizing blend of Baroque music combined with the music of composer Philip Glass.
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These compositions, written and performed exclusively by women, will inspire, invigorate, and transport you through the ages.
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We celebrate the piano’s versatility as a solo and accompanying instrument with a lovely evening of piano masterpieces by the Lomazov/Rackers piano duo.
Enjoy a beautiful evening as the Spartanburg Philharmonic Brass performs holiday music to add warmth and joy to the spirit of the season.
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Experience the glory days of silent film and the excitement and surprise of musical interpretation as we bring back this cult favorite.
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For the finale of our Espresso Series, the SPO is pleased to present the Assembly Quartet in concert along with Spartanburg's own saxophone legend, Tom Wright! The program will range from traditional classical repertoire to fresh new works for saxophone quartet.
A Valentine’s Day celebration featuring our pianist Kuo-Pei Cheng-Lin and string quartet performing favorite, romantic classical and pop melodies.
The Espresso Series continues with an eclectic blend of music for woodwinds and brass. From Françaix's bluesy L’heure du Berger, "Pin-up Girls" to Debussy's ragtime Golliwog's Cakewalk to Stravinsky's masterpiece Octet for Woodwind Instruments, this program offers something for everyone!
SPECIAL FEATURE:
This concert will include the world premiere of a new work by Spartanburg based composer, Nolan Stolz (USC Upstate)