Still Happening
The world events of the last few years — global pandemic, political unrest, a brutal war in Europe — could provide more than enough…
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Classical-music presentations accent the fun and unexpected
Educational, entertaining, and engaging. Those are the three E words that are the ethos of clarinetist Dr. Igor Begelman’s approach to the series he…
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Different Facets, Same Diamond
It’s a misrepresentation of history to consider country music the domain of white people. Many persons of color have helped to shape the American…
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They Really Were There
Sixties band brings nostalgic fans up to 40 songs per night There’s an old saying — attribution unknown — that “if you remember the…
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Wish You Were Here
Pink Floyd tribute show is an immersive (and emotional) experience While the music world is filled with singer-songwriters, there’s also a long, proud tradition…
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A Sharp Ear for the Unusual
Piano virtuoso is known for uncovering rarities Multiple Grammy Award nominee and Juno Award winner Marc-André Hamelin is renowned for his dazzling technical prowess, his…
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Playing It By Ear
Program is staunch in its traditional approach to old-time music Old-time is the Appalachian genre that came way before bluegrass. But sometimes it sounds…
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“It’s Not a Performance, It’s a Ministry”
Foothills archival series highlights gospel’s role in our region This year, the Tryon Fine Arts Center launched its virtual “Illuminations Through Music and Heritage”…
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“We Don’t Just Hit Things”
Percussion ensemble delves into the intricacies of a genre Matt and Adena McDaniel lead an unconventional musical outfit, the six-member Spartanburg Philharmonic Percussion Ensemble….
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Ahead of its Grime
Stellar performances keep 50-year-old film compelling In 1968, the Oscar for Best Picture went to Oliver!, Carol Reed’s exuberant, family-friendly adaptation of the Charles…
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