The many talents of Lillian Garcia
Written by Vincent Harris with Charleston City Paper. Dated November 23, 2022 Percussionist Lillian Garcia loves playing some of classical music’s most memorable pieces: Carl Orff’s “Carmina Burana,” Beethoven’s “Ode To Joy” or Bizet’s “Carmen.” These are pieces she’s played for decades, and she still finds new things to enjoy about them when she plays […]
Summerville Orchestra to Perform Holiday Showcase on December 10th
Take a musical journey on the Polar Express with the Summerville Orchestra (S.O.) on Saturday, December 10th, as part of their holiday showcase, featuring the full orchestra, a 100-voice choir, handbells, and familiar holiday classics. The matinee performance begins at 3:30 pm with a new twist – the lobby of the Summers Corner Performing Arts […]
Summerville Orchestra Youth Philharmonic debuts with S.O. as part of an interactive arts experience
Published November 19, 2022. Press Release “A Salute to Young Artists,” the second of five subscription series concerts of the Summerville Orchestra (S.O.), debuted the new S.O. Youth Philharmonic as part of two evenings of immersive, interactive experiences last weekend. To the 75-member orchestra under the baton of Music Director Wojciech Milewski, add the energy […]
Summerville Orchestra collaborates with DD2 and more, Nov. 11 & 12
Summerville Orchestra collaborates with DD2 and more, Nov. 11 & 12 SUMMERVILLE, S.C. – Music! Dance! Visual art! The Summerville Orchestra will celebrate “A Salute to Young Artists” on Nov. 11 & 12, featuring the winner of the S.O. concerto competition, the Classical Ballet Centre, and artwork by area students. Also, on the program […]
S.O. names its first youth philharmonic director, education coordinator.
Summerville Orchestra names its first youth philharmonic director, education coordinator SUMMERVILLE, S.C. – The Summerville Orchestra (S.O.) is thrilled to announce DeAnndra Glenn as the inaugural director and education coordinator for the new Summerville Orchestra Youth Philharmonic (S.O. Youth Philharmonic) and education program. Glenn brings a wealth of teaching and performing experience to the […]