{"id":6658,"date":"2024-11-21T00:59:16","date_gmt":"2024-11-21T00:59:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/gpstrianglenews.com\/index.php\/2024\/11\/21\/celebrate-the-season-with-home-for-the-holidays-concert-at-the-koger-center\/"},"modified":"2024-11-21T00:59:16","modified_gmt":"2024-11-21T00:59:16","slug":"celebrate-the-season-with-home-for-the-holidays-concert-at-the-koger-center","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gpstrianglenews.com\/index.php\/2024\/11\/21\/celebrate-the-season-with-home-for-the-holidays-concert-at-the-koger-center\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrate the Season with \u201cHome for the Holidays\u201d Concert at the Koger Center"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"109a4ad5-19ca-4d79-b844-38f81d4e6520\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The South Carolina Philharmonic is bringing holiday cheer to Columbia with its festive concert, <strong>Home for the Holidays<\/strong>, on <strong>Thursday, December 19, 2024, at 7:00 PM<\/strong> at the <strong>Koger Center for the Arts<\/strong>. This special event, led by <strong>Music Director Morihiko Nakahara<\/strong> and <strong>Director Chad Henderson<\/strong>, promises a fun evening filled with music, dance, and holiday spirit for the whole family.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What to Expect<\/strong>:<br \/>This concert is a lively variety show that features classic holiday songs like <em>&#8220;Jingle Bells,&#8221; &#8220;The Christmas Song,&#8221;<\/em> and <em>&#8220;Sleigh Ride.&#8221;<\/em> Guests will enjoy a special duet of <em>&#8220;The Prayer&#8221;<\/em> by opera singer <strong>Johnnie Felder<\/strong> and singer <strong>Cat Galan<\/strong>, as well as performances by the <strong>Columbia Choral Society<\/strong>, singing favorites like <em>Twas the Night Before Christmas<\/em> and music from the movie <em>Home Alone<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>Talented performers like <strong>CammWess<\/strong> from <em>The Voice<\/em>, singer <strong>Cat Galan<\/strong>, musical theatre performer <strong>Michael Hazin<\/strong>, and opera star <strong>Johnnie Felder<\/strong> will join the Philharmonic for the show. The <strong>Cola Rep Dance Co.<\/strong> will also perform, adding exciting movement to the night.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Family Fun and Surprises<\/strong>:<br \/>Santa Claus will make a special appearance, making this a perfect event for families and kids. With colorful lighting designed by <strong>Marc Hurst<\/strong>, the concert is sure to bring extra holiday magic to the stage.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why You Should Go<\/strong>:<br \/>This one-night-only event is a great way to celebrate the season with loved ones and support local arts. &ldquo;We&rsquo;ve worked hard to create a night of music, dance, and joy that feels like home,&rdquo; said Director Chad Henderson.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ticket Info<\/strong>:<br \/>Tickets cost between <strong>$25 and $55<\/strong>. You can buy them at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/scphilharmonic.com\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">scphilharmonic.com<\/a><\/strong> or by calling the <strong>Koger Center Box Office<\/strong> at <strong>803-251-2222<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sponsors and Support<\/strong>:<br \/>This event is sponsored by <strong>M.B. Kahn Construction<\/strong>, <strong>First Horizon Bank<\/strong>, and local arts grants.<\/p>\n<p>Don&#8217;t miss your chance to enjoy one of the season&rsquo;s final holiday events!<\/p>\n<p>For more information about the South Carolina Philharmonic, please visit<span class=\"m_2792577087285508465apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.scphilharmonic.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.scphilharmonic.com\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1732232732384000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1dEJ5YDZ_qRm5slvEuiscC\">SCPhilharmonic.com<\/a><span class=\"m_2792577087285508465apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;<\/span>or follow on<span class=\"m_2792577087285508465apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/scphilharmonic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/scphilharmonic&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1732232732384000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2gb-uFsGwFv6RtX1fe09Sf\">Facebook<\/a>&nbsp;and<span class=\"m_2792577087285508465apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thescphil\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thescphil\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1732232732384000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2Sxi0_HDWLcrLOA8rFGpzh\">Instagram<\/a>.<span class=\"m_2792577087285508465apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; The South Carolina Philharmonic is bringing holiday cheer to Columbia with its festive concert, Home for the Holidays, on Thursday, December 19, 2024, at 7:00 PM at the Koger Center for the Arts. 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