From the New World
Our Season Finale (Premium)
Dvořák's Symphony No. 9, “From the New World,” Copland's Appalachian Spring and a side-by-side with the SCP Youth Orchestra!
Guest Artist
SCP Youth Orchestra, Reed Hanna (Music Director)
Sunday
April 26, 2026
7:30 PM
Koger Center for the Arts
Experience the power of musical kinship as the SC Philharmonic and the SC Philharmonic Youth Orchestra unite on one stage! We open with Valerie Coleman’s Umoja – Anthem of Unity, a vibrant, rhythm‑driven celebration of togetherness—performed side‑by‑side by our professionals and rising stars to showcase the spark of collaboration.
Next, Aaron Copland’s Appalachian Spring Suite brings its airy, folk‑infused melodies and sun‑drenched harmonies, evoking America’s rolling landscapes and pioneering spirit. Finally, Dvořák’s beloved Symphony No. 9, “From the New World,” transports you to worlds both distant and familiar, from haunting horn solos to the triumphant, sweeping rhythms of the finale.
Join us for From the New World, a thrilling evening where mentorship and mastery meet to celebrate unity, American roots and the boundless promise of the next generation!
YOUR BRAIN ON ART
Inspired by Native American chants and African American spirituals, Dvořák’s From the New World has rhythmic vitality and soulful themes that foster a deep sense of cultural connection, which research suggests can enhance empathy and social bonding (Fancourt & Steptoe, 2019).
Ticketing Pro-Tip
TICKETS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE THROUGH SUBSCRIPTION AT THIS TIME.
All Koger Center tickets incur a $2 “Restoration Fee” per ticket. All tickets sold online or over the phone incur a sliding scale convenience fee (phone fee is lower). You can avoid internet and phone fees by visiting the Box Office in person.
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
Please note, all single tickets for Koger events must be bought through Koger Center. Do not buy tickets from any other vendors because they will not be honored.
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
Columbia Hotels
New to Symphonic Music?
Here are a few pointers on what to expect.
Other Ways to Purchase
There are other ways to purchase single concert tickets through the Koger Center Box Office.
By Phone
- Charge by phone at 803.251.2222.
- Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday – Friday.
- American Express, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa accepted.
- Additional charges applicable.
- Single tickets are not available through the SC Philharmonic office.
In-Person at the Koger Center
- Located at 806 Park St., Columbia SC 29201
- Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday - Friday.
- Accept cash, American Express, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa.
- No additional fees for in-person purchases.
Concert Night
- Purchase any remaining tickets at the Koger Center ticket kiosk on concert night starting one hour before each concert.