The internationally renowned Varna International Music Academy is touring through South Carolina and Georgia this summer, bringing the high culture of world class, fully staged, costumed opera, chamber music performances, chorale ensembles and more. On this date, Serenata Italiana will be performed, featuring vocalists from Varna International’s production of Street Scene in this concert of Italian composers. First United Methodist Church, 1001 5th Ave. Monday, 8 p.m. $25. (803) 545-4166, www.VarnaInternational.com