Americana: Béla Fleck & Abigail Washburn
Capital Concert #4 (Premium)
A symphonic evening with Grammy winners Béla Fleck & Abigail Washburn.
Guest Artist
Béla Fleck, banjo & Abigail Washburn, banjo and vocals
7:30 PM
Koger Center for the Arts
"THE KING & QUEEN OF BANJO" Paste Magazine
Experience the essence of American ingenuity with Grammy-winning duo Béla Fleck and Abigail Washburn as they take center stage with your SC Phil. Fleck's pioneering banjo artistry and Washburn's soul-stirring vocals create a captivating blend for a truly spirited evening of symphonic works. The program also features Samuel Barber's Symphony No. 1, a masterpiece that delves deep into the American psyche with its intense emotional depth. Also featured is Carlos Simon's Amen!, a dynamic piece inspired by the enduring traditions of African-American spirituals and gospel music. This extraordinary evening bridges tradition and innovation, reflecting the diversity and strength of American musical heritage.
Program Overview
Béla Fleck & Abigail Washburn: Dreams In Flight
Dreams in Flight is a collection of pieces including traditional and original songs and new classical compositions that express the journey of human desire for a better life. Drawing inspiration from Appalachian folk music legends including Frank Jenkins, Roscoe Holcomb, Lily Mae Ledford, John Hammond, and Hazel Dickens along with original compositions from Béla and Abigail, the work takes listeners through the timeless oral tradition of the human voice, the ancient tones of the banjo, and the power and beauty of the orchestra.
Samuel Barber: Symphony No. 1 in One Movement, op. 9
Carlos Simon: Amen!
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
Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 PM
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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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Morihiko's Pre-Concert Lecture
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