Events
January 2022
Polish Wieniawski Philharmonic
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On January 27, the world-renowned Polish Wieniawski Philharmonic Orchestra visits the PAC as part of its 2022 US tour. The Philharmonic has performed around the world since 1944, and it has featured the most prominent Polish musicians and internationally acclaimed artists. Under the direction of conductor Wojciech Rodek, the performance will feature Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto and Beethoven’s immortal Symphony No. 5.For a limited time, Florence Symphony subscribers will receive preferred seating to the Philharmonic’s performance and receive a free drink…
Bush, Marshall, Meyer, Meyer
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Sam Bush and Edgar Meyer will showcase masters of the progressive bluegrass style of music.
February 2022
FSO “Symphonic Love Stories”
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Love is in the air with rich harmonies and passionate melodies. When it comes to the Romantic period, the bigger, the better. This concert features a full orchestra with expanded instrumentation including an explosive percussion section with harp, xylophone and bells.
Duo ViMaDeAn (violin and marimba)
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The South Carolina Chamber Music Festival will host a series of chamber recitals to showcase the artists participating in workshops and masterclasses taking place throughout the week. Tickets are available to FMU students, faculty, and staff at no charge upon showing an FMU ID. Tickets to the general public are $10, as space allows. The FMU PAC Ticket Office at 201 South Dargan Street is open Monday through Friday, 12:00pm – 5:00pm, or by calling 843-661-4444.
Danijela Zezelj-Gualdi, violin & Paolo André Gualdi, piano
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The South Carolina Chamber Music Festival will host a series of chamber recitals to showcase the artists participating in workshops and masterclasses taking place throughout the week. Tickets are available to FMU students, faculty, and staff at no charge upon showing an FMU ID. Tickets to the general public are $10, as space allows. The FMU PAC Ticket Office at 201 South Dargan Street is open Monday through Friday, 12:00pm – 5:00pm, or by calling 843-661-4444.
Eurasia Piano Trio
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The South Carolina Chamber Music Festival will host a series of chamber recitals to showcase the artists participating in workshops and masterclasses taking place throughout the week. Tickets are available to FMU students, faculty, and staff at no charge upon showing an FMU ID. Tickets to the general public are $10, as space allows. The FMU PAC Ticket Office at 201 South Dargan Street is open Monday through Friday, 12:00pm – 5:00pm, or by calling 843-661-4444.
March 2022
FMU Concert Band Dr. Terry Roberts, conductor
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The Francis Marion University Concert Band will be performing its spring concert at the FMU Performing Arts Center in downtown Florence. The Francis Marion University Concert Band is composed of FMU students as well as community members from the Pee Dee region. Community members include professional area music educators, band directors, choir directors, ministers of music, and FMU music faculty members. Membership is open to all FMU students and area residents who are experienced concert band instrumentalists. Performances include traditional…
FSO Family Concert & Instrument Petting Zoo
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“Carnival of the Animals” features Saint-Saëns’ grand zoological fantasy. Originally written as a bit of fun for friends, this fourteen movement piece has now become a cornerstone of classical music. Children are invited to come dressed as their favorite animal and participate in the “Grand Stage Parade."
Ashlee Mack, piano and James Romig, composer
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Pianist Ashlee Mack has given recitals in Germany, Italy, and across the United States. Specializing in contemporary music, she has commissioned many new works and given numerous world-premiere performances.
Atlanta Rhythm Section
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On March 26, the PAC will jam to the sounds of Southern Rock band Atlanta Rhythm Section (ARS). Paired in some respects with the 1970’s stylings of Lynyrd Skynyrd and the Allman Brothers, ARS features their own unique and diverse sound. ARS packs an entertaining punch, with multiple Billboard Top 10 tracks you’ll hear at this performance.