A Musical Odyssey in Middle Georgia: A Celebration of Traditions and Innovations
Middle Georgia is set to resonate with the harmonious blend of historical traditions and contemporary innovations as the Mercer University Townsend School of Music presents a stellar array of musical events. From the timeless allure of Handel’s 'Messiah' to the vibrant Americana of the Mercer Brass Band, and the enchanting Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols, each event offers a unique auditory experience. As the season progresses, audiences can look forward to a chamber music marathon, a Broadway revue, and the vocal brilliance of both solo and collaborative performances. Join us in this celebration where music unites creativity, history, and community.
Handel’s “Messiah” continues as a long-standing tradition in Middle Georgia. Come to this concert and hear why it is so popular around the world, especially during the Christmas season.
Come experience the 28th anniversary of this beloved Mercer tradition featuring organist Jack Mitchener, Mercer Singers, Mercer Women’s Chamber Choir, and Mercer Brass Choir.
The annual Young Artist Chamber Music Marathon Gala features a winter wonderland of chamber music favorites. Young Artist groups perform classical music chamber works over two days.
Warm up your January with songs by the great L’s of Broadway – Lerner and Loewe, Steven Lutvak, and Frank Loesser, to begin with! Don’t miss this one-night-only revue: topping the list are favorites from “Camelot” and “Guys and Dolls,” with plenty more by other great theatrical composers. If you enjoyed “A Grand Night for Singing” last season, you’ll love “Back to Broadway.” General admission $20, Student ID $10.
Please join us for an evening of soaring vocal excellence performed by guest artist Tony Boutté, recently described in “Opera News” as “possessed of a radiant, communicative tenor,” accompanied by Timothy McReynolds, Townsend School of Music’s Helen Walls Rich Associate Professor of Collaborative Piano.
McDuffie Young Artist Solo and Chamber Ensemble Concerts are free and open to the public. Seating is first come, first served. Seats open 30 minutes beforehand.
Produced by Dr. Kyung-A Yoo, G. Leslie Fabian Chair of Music and Associate Professor of Collaborative Piano, this program will take you on a journey with our students and faculty to learn more about the wonderful world of collaborative piano.
Carnegie Hall preview concert plus more chamber music masterwork featuring violinists Robert McDuffie, David Kim, Amy Schwartz Moretti, and Annie Fullard; McDuffie Center Young Artists; and cellist/conductor Paul Watkins.
Voctave’s 11-member vocal ensemble (Kate Lott, Tiffany Coburn, Ashley Espinoza, Sarah Whittemore, Chrystal Johnson, E. J. Cardona, Drew Ochoa, Jamey Ray, Kurt von Schmittou, Aaron Stratton, and Karl Hudson) brings incredible harmonies to favorites from the Disney screen to the Broadway stage. This a cappella sensation has had over 160 million social media views of their videos and has appeared on countless recordings. Voctave’s popular show “The Corner of Broadway and Main Street” spawned a chart-topping album and is sure to be an unforgettable evening of music for the whole family. The Orlando Sentinal raves “Voctave brings vocal magic.”
As Mercer University Townsend School of Music sets the stage for an unforgettable season, music lovers have much to anticipate. These events not only showcase the breadth and depth of musical talent but also reinforce the importance of cultural traditions and innovation. From the revered notes of Handel’s 'Messiah' to the cutting-edge vocal performances of Voctave, each concert promises to enrich the soul and inspire the heart. This is more than just a series of performances; it is a celebration of music's ability to connect us all, highlighting the vibrancy of Middle Georgia's musical offerings.