For the first time in its history, the Freihofer’s Saratoga Jazz Festival, a highlight of summer in Saratoga, will have a Friday night kick-off event! Mark your calendars for Friday, June 22, when the inaugural Jazz Fest Friday will bring live jazz events, themed dining, and dancing to various venues throughout Saratoga. This premier event...
The Sounds Of Summer: Tang Museum Highlights Regional Musicians In Annual Rooftop Concert Series
Make the most of the summer music scene in Saratoga this year: mark your calendar for the Upbeat on the Roof concert series at Skidmore College’s Tang Museum. Featuring vibrant and diverse performances from regional musicians every Thursday at 7 PM in July and August, Upbeat on the Roof connects local musicians and music...
Mostly Modern Festival in Saratoga to Celebrate the Music of Our Time: June 8-18
This June, an exciting new music festival will be held in Saratoga Springs at Skidmore’s Arthur Zankel Music Center – the Mostly Modern Festival! This unique, multi-day festival will focus on the music of our time and present eight concerts featuring a wide range of guest artists and ensembles, an orchestra largely consisting of...
Saratoga Performing Arts Center to Present the Inaugural Festival of Young Artists on June 3, 2018
Each year, Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) works to foster artistic collaboration and offer enriching arts programs to local Saratoga youth. As part of this commitment, SPAC has partnered with Empire State Youth Orchestra, Northeast Ballet Company, and the Capital District Youth Chorale to present the inaugural Festival of Young Artists on June 3,...
Get Caught Up on the Latest News From Saratoga Performing Arts Center This Spring
Each year, Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) works hard to expand their offerings, promote the arts, and provide audiences with something new and exciting. Over the past month, the performing arts venue has announced some major news, including new ways to save on tickets for the 2018 season, the first-ever SPAC appearance by the...
The 2018 Freihofer’s Saratoga Jazz Festival Will Feature An Extraordinary Roster of Musicians
Recognized as the fifth longest-consecutive-running jazz festival, the annual Freihofer’s Saratoga Jazz Festival at Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) is an amazing opportunity to hear both world-renowned and emerging jazz artists and bands in one place. The 2018 festival will be held on June 23-24, and it’s expected to feature an extraordinary roster of...
SPAC’s 2018 Season Revealed: New York City Ballet, Philadelphia Orchestra & National Ballet of Cuba
SPAC has officially announced its 2018 season and it’s going to be a phenomenal year! Returning favorites New York City Ballet, The Philadelphia Orchestra, and The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center will be joined on the schedule by an athletic, exuberant ballet company, which will be performing at SPAC for the very first...
The Tang Celebrates African American Music & Poetry With Ephraim Asili’s Jazz Salt
Black History Month is almost upon us! Why not celebrate by checking out an engaging and thought-provoking new work at the Frances Tang Teaching Museum that celebrates 20th-century black music and poetry. Artist Ephraim Asili’s “Jazz Salt” incorporates a number of audio recordings, found objects, and more, and visitors will be able to take...
SPAC Reflects on a Successful 2017 Season & Looks Ahead to 2018
With a new President at SPAC this year the performing arts venue has had a season of “firsts” with new programs, collaborations, and community outreach. As SPAC reflects on the successes of this season they’re looking forward to what 2018 will hold. A Tremendous 2017 Season Overall, SPAC has reported an incredibly successful season...
Groundbreaking Song of Lahore & Sachal Ensemble Come to the Capital Region
Have you heard of the award-winning film Song of Lahore? This documentary follows the Sachal Ensemble, an innovative Pakistani musical group. This group and film have opened the world’s eyes to the important role musicians have played during the oppression of modern day Pakistan. When SPAC President & CEO Elizabeth Sobol saw the film...