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A Night of Musical Delight with the Summerville Orchestra

  • Feb 15, 2024
  • 2 min read

Updated: Feb 22, 2024

I have a deep appreciation for music, especially instrumental pieces that evoke powerful emotions. Classical guitar, electric violin, and the enchanting piano are among my favorites.


Summerville Orchestra playbill

Recently, I had the privilege of attending a Summerville Orchestra concert, an experience I gladly embraced when a friend couldn't use tickets from their season passes.


A Surprise Date Night: Unveiling the Magic of Summerville Orchestra

Originally intending to take my son for a cultural experience, plans changed, leading my husband and me to enjoy an unexpected date night at the Summerville Orchestra.


Arriving just in time, we found open seats in a hall that, unfortunately, had more emptiness than expected.

Summerville Orchestra with Executive Director

The evening commenced with announcements from Executive Director Andrew Price, shedding light on the orchestra's fundraising efforts for financial support.


After the orchestra tuned their instruments, Conductor, Wojciech Milewski, took center stage with unmatched energy and a touch of humor.

Enchanting Performances and Disney Magic


Summerville Orchestra with Conductor Wojciech Milewski

Having been part of various musical groups, I was unprepared for the extraordinary energy radiating from Wojciech Milewski.


His entrance, marked by a theatrical slide onto the stage, set the tone for a captivating evening. The playbill enriched the experience by providing stories behind each musical piece, creating a vivid mental landscape during the performance.

A delightful surprise came in the middle of the concert when tunes from Aladdin filled the air, adding a touch of Disney magic to the evening.

Two Disappointments

While the night was a musical journey, a couple of disappointments lingered. The Need for Youthful Presence

Summerville Orchestra taking a bow

First, the absence of a younger audience left me feeling disheartened. Music has the power to transport young minds, and I believe more youths should experience it firsthand. My son, being one of them, and I wished he could be there.

Unfilled Seats

Secondly, the noticeable gaps in the audience's seats raised concerns about the orchestra's visibility. While I became aware of the orchestra's existence just a week before attending, I couldn't help but wonder if the empty seats were due to a lack of awareness or a potential waning interest from the younger generation.

An Unforgettable Evening of Music and Imaginative Escape

What to listen for in the playbill made for an extraordinary experience at the Summerville Orchestra.

Despite the above disappointments, attending a Summerville Orchestra concert is an experience worth embracing.


Reading the "What to Listen For" section for each song added a layer of depth, allowing the mind to wander freely.

As I shared the magical night with my son, his eagerness to attend the next concert was palpable.

If you have the opportunity to attend a Summerville Orchestra concert, seize it. Let the music take hold of your imagination, and you might find yourself eagerly anticipating the next performance, just like my family and me.

Do you love and appreciate fine arts and want to donate to the Summerville Orchestra? You can do so here! Want to attend the next concert? Find tickets on the Summerville Orchestra website here!


It's me! Susan!

Hi, I'm Susan, the author of this blog and the maven behind SueQ Travel. What is SueQ Travel? In short, we're a travel company, specializing in small group guided trips!

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