Columbia Music Festival Association

About Ken Vandermark written by NewCityMusic (https://music.newcity.com/2016/07/14/music-45/3/) The jazz and avant-garde composer and multi-instrumentalist has one of those careers that’s difficult to encapsulate; his endeavors just cast too wide a net. Since we last spoke to him in 2014, he’s released three recordings: one by his ensemble Audio One (“What Thomas Bernhard Saw”) and two...

Come join the excitement of the 3rd Annual Pirates of Penzance Sing-A-Long on September 21st at CMFA. In preparation for this family friendly event we’re again offering 3 optional chorus rehearsals at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Columbia SC. This is a fantastic way to explore Gilbert & Sullivan’s best work and build your singing confidence....

Ann Brodie’s Carolina Ballet presents GALAXY! See the stars of tomorrow on stage today. An evening of dance tour de force exploring the most familiar and definitive choreographic highlights from the classic ballet repertory. This program…an exercise in technique and pre-professional dance training showcases the exceptional talents of the Carolina Ballet Senior Company members.

Zion Divine is the premier themed event for The Creative Culture Art Expo. It is the astonishing and stunning fashion runway show for Columbia, South Carolina. The Zion Divine fashion show is the nucleus of the arts displayed and will be surrounded by other heavenly art forms such as orchestra pieces, a contemporary dance piece...

The theatrical annual Krump event, "ILL Street", returns with it's 3rd anniversary featuring the King of Krump character: RYAT Welcome back to the ILL Street where everything KRUMP takes place. This session is a function where every Krumper can fully magnify their character, theatrics, and narratives in battle and in the freestyle session.  

Join us for an entertaining evening and enjoy an eclectic mix of music and stories from some of the Midland’s most celebrated cabaret singers. With over 400 years combined experience Mandy Applegate, Lisa Akly, Marybeth Berry, Kevin Bush, Katrina Garvin, Kathy Hartzog, Vicky Saye (Henderson) Van Horne, Clayton King, Jonathan Monk, Sam McWhite, and Sean...

Join Ann Brodie's Carolina Ballet for the magical performance of "The Nutcracker." Watch this glittering holiday classic come to life with spectacular talent and special guest artists. As the only Ballet Company in the Midlands with a full live orchestra and chorus, it is the perfect way to kick off your holiday season! Excitement for...

Join Ann Brodie's Carolina Ballet for the magical performance of "The Nutcracker." Watch this glittering holiday classic come to life with spectacular talent and special guest artists. As the only Ballet Company in the Midlands with a full live orchestra and chorus, it is the perfect way to kick off your holiday season! Excitement for...

Join Ann Brodie's Carolina Ballet for the magical performance of "The Nutcracker." Watch this glittering holiday classic come to life with spectacular talent and special guest artists. As the only Ballet Company in the Midlands with a full live orchestra and chorus, it is the perfect way to kick off your holiday season! Excitement for...

Join us for an entertaining evening and enjoy an eclectic mix of music and stories from some of the Midland’s most celebrated cabaret singers. With over 400 years combined experience Mandy Applegate, Lisa Akly, Marybeth Berry, Kevin Bush, Katrina Garvin, Kathy Hartzog, Vicky Saye (Henderson) Van Horne, Clayton King, Jonathan Monk, Sam McWhite, and Sean...