(Story courtesy Etherredge Center)
Tables, a charcuterie cup and a cash bar will set the scene for an intimate night of live music when multi-instrumentalists Jerron Paxton and Dennis Lichtman perform at the Etherredge Center on the campus of the University of South Carolina Aiken
The Nov. 17 concert, which begins at 7 p.m. in the Etherredge Center lobby, is the second show in the Cultural Series’ 40th anniversary season.
“We’re excited to share this unique concert experience with our audiences,” said Etherredge Center Executive Director Paul B. Crook, speaking about Paxton and Lichtman. “The cabaret-style setting gives people a chance to enjoy remarkable musicianship in a warm, intimate atmosphere, and we’re looking forward to welcoming everyone for a special evening.”
The anniversary season opened with a concert by the Fabulous Equinox Orchestra, whose performance was a wonderful success. Prior to that event, at a black tie reception, USCA Chancellor Daniel Heimmermann dedicated a special plaque honoring the contributions of the four directors who have led the Etherredge Center over the past 40 years.
Paxton and Lichtman are world-renowned multi-instrumentalists and vocalists whose shared interest in the history, stories and significance of the music they play animates their performances. Their set ranges from acoustic blues and ragtime to Tin Pan Alley pop songs, 1920s jazz, twin-fiddle hoedowns and original compositions. The duo have been touring together both nationally and internationally since 2019, and served as artists-in-residence at New York City’s Symphony Space during the 2024–25 season.
For the concert, guests will be seated at tables on the lobby’s lower level. Each ticket includes a specially crafted charcuterie cup, and a cash bar will be available. Patrons can either purchase individual tickets, at $35 or can purchase a table of eight for the discounted price of $250. Seating is limited, so advance purchase is encouraged.
Tickets are available at the Etherredge Center box office at 340 Scholar Loop, Aiken, or online at etherredgecenter.universitytickets.com. For questions, call 803-641-3305.
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