Etherredge Center launches 40th anniversary season
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Etherredge Center launches 40th anniversary season
The University of South Carolina Aiken kicks off the 40th anniversary season of its Cultural Series with an unforgettable evening featuring The Fabulous Equinox Orchestra at 7 p.m. Sept. 12 in the Etherredge Center.
The Fabulous Equinox Orchestra brings a distinctive Louisiana-inspired flair to the timeless music of the Great American Songbook. Band leaders Jeremy Davis and Clay Johnson drew inspiration from legendary entertainers such as Frank Sinatra and combine the excitement and sophistication of a big band with a contemporary, high-energy performance style.
Audiences can expect a musical journey that goes well beyond the classics, incorporating influences from Motown, Ray Charles, 1980s pop and Texas Swing. The result is a fresh and engaging experience designed to connect with audiences of all ages.
Etherredge Center patrons may remember The Fabulous Equinox Orchestra from their spectacular 2020 concert when the pandemic transformed the traditional concert experience into an outdoor celebration. Concertgoers gathered in the Etherredge Center parking lot, tailgating, dancing and partying throughout the night while enjoying the energy and musicianship of Davis, Johnson and the band.
“The return of The Fabulous Equinox Orchestra is a fitting way to begin a season celebrating 40 years of the Cultural Series and the artists and audiences who have made it a beloved part of the Aiken community,” said Paul Crook, executive director of the Etherredge Center.
The public is invited to attend a pre-concert reception honoring the directors of the Etherredge Center and their efforts to bring diverse and engaging Cultural Series programs to the Aiken community. The black-tie reception starts at 6 p.m. in the O’Connell Theatre inside the Etherredge Center. Reception tickets include a champagne toast and the opportunity to meet Davis and Johnson of the The Fabulous Equinox Orchestra. Tickets for the reception are $100 per person.
Concert-only tickets are $50 for adults and $45 for senior citizens, military personnel and USCA faculty and staff. Students’ tickets are $5.