Each year since 2001, First Presbyterian Church has hosted a series of high-quality cultural arts performances and presentations that are offered to the community free of charge. This series was originally called Sundays@Four, and it was the brainchild of Dr. Charles T. Gaines, then Minister of Music, and Robert P. Glick, Organist. The name FESTIVA was adopted in 2010 to expand the concept beyond events taking place specifically at 4:00 on Sundays. Childcare for preschool children is provided in the church’s nurseries, and a reception follows each event to afford guests the opportunity to visit with the artists in a relaxed setting. The FESTIVA arts series is funded by donations from individuals and grants from organizations that support the arts, such as the South Carolina Arts Commission, the Greenwood County Community Foundation, and the Greenwood Chapter of the American Guild of Organists. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service Code.
FIRST PRES. SANCTUARY | FREE &
OPEN TO PUBLIC
Three on a String brings bluegrass, country, and folk music, as well as a lot of fun to the stage!
Jerry Ryan, Bobby Horton, and Brad Ryan bring stunning talent to their audiences;
you won’t want to miss this great combination of music and humor.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Oct. 6
The Carolina Baroque Trumpet Ensemble | 4 p.m.
The Carolina Baroque Trumpet Ensemble is composed of trumpet performers and scholars from across the Carolinas who specialize in performance on historic natural trumpets, known today as "Baroque Trumpets" because of the instrument’s celebrated usage during the Baroque period (c. 1600-1750). Joined by leading Baroque trumpeter and international performing and recording artist Kathryn Aducci, the CBTE will present a concert of fanfares and processionals from the 17th and 18th Centuries on replica period instruments.
Dec. 15
Christmas @ First Pres | 7 p.m.
Presented by the music ministries of First Presbyterian Church, Sing Noel is performed by choirs, handbells, and congregation. Anthems and carols engage the audience with melodies of the season.
Join us for music that will bring joy to all this holiday!
Feb. 23
A Pageant of Keyboards | 4 p.m.
Be our guest for a collaboration of local keyboardists! Stanley Colbert, Steven Skinner, and Tim Walters utilize five keyboards to create a rhapsodic collage.
Mar. 16
Modern Choral Classics | 4 p.m.
In its annual concert honoring the diverse heritage of recent composers, the Greenwood Festival Chorale presents modern choral standards. Director Mr. Steven Skinner leads the chorale in its musical offerings to the community throughout the year. For auditions, contact steve@firstgreenwood.com or see the Greenwood Festival Chorale website at www.gwdfestivalchorale.com.
WAYS TO SUPPORT FESTIVA
The Music Committee of First Presbyterian Church serves as the Steering Committee for the FESTIVA arts series. Since its inception,
FESTIVA has presented choral concerts, organ concerts, orchestral concerts, dance troupes, dramatic presentations, and comedians.
Would you consider becoming a season sponsor?
FESTIVA is a series of cultural arts events offered to the community free of charge. This series was founded in 2001 and is funded by donations from individuals and grants from organizations that support the arts. We invite you to continue your patronage or to become a new friend of FESTIVA.
Gifts received will be acknowledged in the next program. Thank you for your consideration.