Fantastique
Capital Concert #6
Berlioz' Symphonie Fantastique with a brand new cello concerto from Andy Akiho
Guest Artist
Jeffery Zeigler, cello & Andy Akiho, composer
7:30 PM
Koger Center for the Arts
Immerse yourself in a night of vivid musical storytelling with "Fantastique," a classical concert that promises to enchant and exhilarate. The evening begins with Maurice Ravel's Alborada del gracioso, a lively and vibrant piece that paints a picture of a whimsical morning serenade. Next, experience the world premiere of Andy Akiho's Cello Concerto, co-commissioned by the South Carolina Philharmonic. This captivating work will feature the extraordinary Jeffrey Zeigler on cello, with Akiho himself in attendance as our visiting composer. The grand finale is Hector Berlioz's Symphonie Fantastique, a groundbreaking symphony that takes you on an emotional journey through passion, dreams, and delirium. Join us for our final Capital Concert of the season that will render you spellbound.
Program Overview
Maurice Ravel: Alborada del gracioso
Andy Akiho: Cello Concerto (SC Phil Co-Commission)
Featuring Jeffrey Zeigler, cello
Andy Akiho, visiting composer
Hector Berlioz: Symphonie Fantastique, op. 14
Ticketing Pro-Tip
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Koger Box Office:
806 Park St, Columbia, SC 29201
(Free parking spots directly in front of Box Office window on Park St.)
Phone: 803-251-2222
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Parking
The Koger Center for the Arts is located in downtown Columbia at the corner of Assembly and Greene Streets, 1051 Greene Street. Parking is available at the Discovery Garage behind the building (usually around $10), accessible off Park Street. Additional garages and street parking are located at least one block away, which is a further walk to the theater but may help you avoid the pre-concert rush.
Dining & Hotels
There are excellent restaurants and hotels in the downtown and surrounding areas for every budget.
Restaurants
- 1801 Grille
- Blue Marlin Steaks & Seafood
- Bourbon Columbia
- COA Agaveria y Cochina
- Hall’s Chophouse
- Hunter-Gatherer Brewery & Ale House
- Kaminsky's Dessert Cafe
- M Vista
- Mr. Friendly's New Southern Cafe
- Motor Supply Co. Bistro
- Pearlz Oyster Bar
- Ristorante Divino
- Terra
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