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A Symphony of Sights and Sounds: Upcoming Events at FMU's Performing Arts Center

Prepare to be captivated by a diverse array of performances at FMU's Performing Arts Center. From jazz improvisations to classical piano recitals, and from animated film scores to iconic Broadway hits, these events promise an extraordinary experience for all music lovers. Featuring talents like the FMU Jazz Combo, The Queen’s Cartoonists, and pianist Eduardo Monteiro, each event offers a unique blend of culture and artistry. Join us as we explore the schedule, highlight the artists, and delve into the vibrant atmosphere of these anticipated performances.

Mar 24, 2025

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1. FMU Jazz Combo

The FMU Jazz Combo allows students in a small group setting to learn and hone improvisational skills within the the jazz idiom. Works have been selected from music by Corea, Glasper, Shorter, and more.

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Nov 19, 2024 - Apr 8, 2025

FMU's Performing Arts Center

Florence, SC · FMU's Performing Arts Center

2. The Queen’s Cartoonists

Fun for the whole family! The Queen’s Cartoonists perform music from cartoons. Pulling from over 100 years of animation from around the world, the group brings animated films to life, perfectly synchronizing their performances with the films projected on stage. The band matches the energy of the cartoons, leading the audience through a world of virtuosic musicianship, multi-instrumental mayhem, and comedy.

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Mar 30, 2025

FMU's Performing Arts Center

Florence, SC · FMU's Performing Arts Center

3. Eduardo Monteiro, piano

Considered one of the great pianists on the Brazilian scene, Eduardo Monteiro gained international recognition after winning first prize, and special jury award for best performance of Beethoven, at the 1989 Cologne International Piano Competition in Germany. He was also a prize winner at the Dublin International Piano Competition in 1991 and at the Santander International Piano Competition in 1992.

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Apr 1, 2025

FMU's Performing Arts Center

Florence, SC · FMU's Performing Arts Center

4. Florence Symphony – Music of the Knights

Get ready to swoon with the Florence Symphony Orchestra and guest Broadway singers as they perform Music of the Knights. This concert commemorates three of Britain’s finest songwriters – Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber, Sir Elton John and Sir Paul McCartney. Hits include The Phantom of the Opera, Jesus Christ Superstar, I Don’t Know How to Love Him, Memory, Candle in the Wind, Can you Feel the Love Tonight, Daniel, Let it Be and more.

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Apr 7, 2025

FMU's Performing Arts Center

Florence, SC · FMU's Performing Arts Center

5. FMU Percussion Ensemble

The Francis Marion University Percussion Ensemble is a contemporary chamber ensemble that explores the world of percussion from an improvisation-based approach. We model our performance methodology and musical ideology on the performance practice of drummer/composer Max Roach’s percussion ensemble M’Boom, especially in their focus on jazz and non-Western musical cultures as a touchstone for aesthetic inspiration. We employ improvisation as a key mode of praxis—both in terms of theory and practice—and special focus is given to compositions invented during collective improvisation exercises.

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Apr 9, 2025

FMU's Performing Arts Center

Florence, SC · FMU's Performing Arts Center

6. FMU Concert Choir and Voice Collective Featuring Keith Hanlon, flute

Open to all university students, the University Concert Choir has an average enrollment of between 35 and 45 students. This group has sung in numerous area churches and has also performed with the Florence Symphony Orchestra. They have performed such major choral works as the “Polovetzian Dance and Chorus” of Alexander Borodin, the “Schicksalslied” of Johannes Brahms, and the Ninth Symphony of Ludwig van Beethoven.

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Apr 14, 2025

FMU's Performing Arts Center

Florence, SC · FMU's Performing Arts Center

7. FMU Music Industry Ensemble

The Music Industry Ensemble is a chamber ensemble devoted to the development of individual performance and improvisation skills through the staging of music for small groups representing a variety of classic and modern jazz, pop, rock and soul styles.

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Apr 16, 2025

FMU's Performing Arts Center

Florence, SC · FMU's Performing Arts Center

Conclusion

The upcoming events at FMU’s Performing Arts Center are set to delight and inspire audiences, showcasing a wide range of musical genres and exceptional talent. Whether you are a jazz enthusiast, a classical music aficionado, or a fan of animated film scores, there is something for everyone. These performances not only highlight the artistry of those on stage but also reflect the vibrant cultural tapestry that FMU strives to celebrate. Join us in experiencing these unforgettable events that promise to elevate your appreciation of the diverse world of music and performance.

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