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Music from the Information Age
Nov
20

Music from the Information Age

Sparks fly when technology and artistry intertwine.

Radiohead | Everything in Its Right Place
Steve Reich | Radio Rewrite
Philip Glass | Etude No. 2
Missy Mazzoli | The Diver
Laurie Anderson | O Superman

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Music of the Gilded Age
Feb
26

Music of the Gilded Age

Immerse yourself in the glamour and grandeur of the industrial era.

Sousa | The Washington Post
Tchaikovsky | String Quartet No. 3
Joplin | Bethena
Dvořák | “American” String Quartet
Brahms | String Quartet No. 3
Harry Dacre | Daisy Bell (Bicycle Built for Two)
Coleridge-Taylor | Clarinet Quintet

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Music of the Jazz Age
Mar
19

Music of the Jazz Age

Celebrate the energy and evolution of American music from the Jazz Age to today.

Gershwin | Lady Be Good!
Gershwin | Fascinatin’ Rhythm
Fats Waller | Ain’t Misbehavin’
Additional selections | Ian Bracchitta, John Moody & Tom Wright

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Espresso No. 2: French Press
Nov
17

Espresso No. 2: French Press

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)

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Espresso #4: Blue Mountain Blend
Mar
31

Espresso #4: Blue Mountain Blend

A compelling blend of music performed by both the SPO’s Brass Quintet and the Woodwind Quintet. This program offers familiar classics alongside fresh new music. The concert will feature the premiere performance of a new work by Spartanburg's own Peter B. Kay that will be accompanied by cinematic visuals by Award Winning filmmaker and former HUB BUB Artist-in-Residence, Jonathan Ade!

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Espresso #3: Caffe' Americano
Mar
4

Espresso #3: Caffe' Americano

Featuring the "top brass," the SPO offers an evening of All-American music ranging from the Revolutionary War to the 21st century. The orchestra's brass quintet will perform hymns, fantasies, dances, and even a little ragtime in another fun and lighthearted one-hour Espresso Concert!

Enjoy music by Scott Joplin, William Billings, William Schuman, and many more. Also, discover a new piece by a budding composer from Greer!

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Espresso #2: French Roast
Nov
20

Espresso #2: French Roast

Along with guest pianist, Dr. Elizabeth Child, the woodwinds of the SPO delve into South American and French selections in an expressive and eclectic mix of music. The program will feature works by Ibert, Poulenc, D'Rivera and even a little Mozart.

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