Charlotte Symphony Orchestra Tribute Concert for Anne Springs Close
Save the Date for September 25th at the Comporium Amphitheater
The Anne Springs Close Greenway announced details this week regarding a tribute concert planned in honor of Anne Springs Close at the Comporium Amphitheater for Sunday, Sept. 25 featuring the internationally acclaimed Charlotte Symphony Orchestra (CSO).
Close, Greenway founder and matriarch who passed away in August 2021 at the age of 95, was a dedicated supporter and attendee of the CSO, and the free community concert is being offered to commemorate her love for the arts and her lifelong dedication to bringing people together in the outdoors.
“Anne Close was a passionate supporter of the arts, as well as the environment. She championed many causes, and we are happy to host a concert in partnership with The Foundation for The Carolinas and the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra as a tribute to that legacy. Mrs. Close believed deeply that all people, regardless of circumstance, should have access to the arts and the outdoors – two things that she loved dearly.”
John Gordon, CEO of Leroy Springs & Co., managing company of Anne Springs Close Greenway
Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs and picnics for their enjoyment. Admission is free, and the parking fee has been waived for this special event.
The concert will take place at the Comporium Amphitheater, 291 Dairy Barn Lane, Fort Mill. Gates will open at 2pm, with the orchestra playing a mix of pops and classical music from 3-4pm.
Beer, wine and soda will be available for purchase. No tents, glass or outside alcohol allowed. Well-behaved dogs on leash are welcome to attend. Visit ASCGreenway.org/ASCTributeConcert or call 803.547.4575 for more details.
About the Anne Springs Close Greenway
Since 1995, the Anne Springs Close Greenway has provided a place for the community to enjoy a variety of outdoor activities from fishing, hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding to picnics, kayaking and more. The 2,100 acre nature preserve located in Fort Mill, SC is open daily from 7 a.m. to sunset for outdoor recreation enthusiasts and nature lovers to use its 40 miles of trails. The Anne Springs Close Greenway is owned and operated by Leroy Springs & Company Inc., a 501(c)3 organization that receives no government funding for its ongoing operations and programs. The Greenway relies on revenues from its endowment, membership and program fees, and private contributions from individuals, community and corporate partners, and other donors to fund operations and capital needs.