Mercer Flute Choir Presents "Festive Flutes"
2023-12-07 19:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Fickling Hall, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, 31207
Conducted by Mr. Kelly Via, the nationally acclaimed Mercer Flute Choir performs a program of exciting new compositions, along with many new holiday favorites.

Winter Artist Market
2023-12-09 11:00 - 16:00 | McEachern Art Center, 332 2nd Street, Macon, 31201
The McEachern Art Center is excited to announce its first Winter Artist Market on December 9th from 11-4 at 332 Second Street, Macon, GA! The market is free to attend and will include 20+ vendors. The market will have vendors specializing in ceramics, painting, jewelry, vintage clothing, antique home goods, printmaking, and more!

Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols
2023-12-09 19:30 - 21:00 | St. Joseph Catholic Church, 830 Poplar Street, Macon, 31201
Experience the 28th anniversary of this beloved Mercer tradition. Conducted by Townsend School of Music Associate Dean and Arthur Lowndes Rich Professor of Choral Conducting Dr. Stanley Roberts and featuring Mercer University Organist/Director of the Townsend-McAfee Institute of Church Music Dr. Jack Mitchener, Mercer Singers, Mercer Women’s Chamber Choir, and Mercer Brass Choir.

MUart: Work in Progress
2024-01-11 16:00 - 20:00 | McEachern Art Center, 332 2nd Street, Macon, 31201
A collection of student works from the Mercer University Art Department in different mediums, all still in progress. Free and open to the public.

Broadway: The Music of Billy Joel and Elton John ft. Michael Cavanaugh
2024-01-11 19:30 - 21:30 | The Piedmont Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry Street, Macon, 31201
Michael Cavanaugh can be called the new voice of the American Rock and Roll Songbook. He’s a charismatic performer and musician made famous for his piano/lead vocals in the Broadway musical Movin’ Out. Handpicked by Billy Joel to star in Movin’ Out, Cavanaugh evokes a style that rivals the Piano Man in concert. He appeared in the show for three years and over 1,200 performances, and received multiple accolades for the role, including a Tony Award nomination for Best Featured Actor in a Musical. Reuters says: “Entertainer of the year!” BUY TICKETS

McDuffie Young Artists Chamber Music Marathon
2024-01-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Fickling Hall, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, 31207
The 2024 Young Artists Chamber Music Marathon Gala program features “Influences and Inspiration,” with works from Haydn, Beethoven, Mozart, Shaw, and current McDuffie students River Sawchyn (violin), Moa Glimberg (double bass), and Elizabeth Aoki (violin),

Guest Artist Recital: Alvin Blount, Organ
2024-01-19 19:30 - 21:00 | Newton Chapel
Mercer alumnus Mr. Alvin R. Blount, newly-appointed Reference and Instruction Librarian at Georgia State University, will perform works by Florence Price, C. M. Widor, Marianne Kim, and Calvin Taylor.

The Greatest Love of All: A Tribute to Whitney Houston starring Belinda Davids
2024-01-19 19:30 - 21:30 | The Piedmont Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry Street, Macon, 31201
Whitney Houston’s musical legacy is brought to life in this critically acclaimed tribute show described as “mind-blowingly spot on.” Be stunned by the breathtaking vocals of Belinda Davids – a RiSA chart-topping artist in her home country of South Africa – who has performed alongside the likes of Keri Hilson, Keyshia Cole and Monica and featured on Fox TV’s ‘Showtime at the Apollo’ and BBC1 TV’s ‘Even Better Than the Real Thing.’ With the accompaniment of a live band, backing vocalists and choreographed dancers, plus state-of-the-art sound, lighting, vision and theatrical effects, this is a beautifully crafted tribute to one of the world’s most revered singers. BUY TICKETS

Macon Civic Club Musical Revue
2024-01-31 19:30 - 21:30 | The Piedmont Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry Street, Macon, 31201
Year after year, hundreds of Macon Civic Club members and wives cast themselves in roles, sell tickets and program ads, and dedicate long hours of planning, rehearsal, and set building to produce an event designed to entertain the thousands of patrons who support the show and its beneficiaries.
Local amateur talent combined with professional direction ensures the authentic, imperfect qualities that define every Macon Civic Club Musical Revue. Punch lines fall flat, dancers trip up, singers forget lyrics, and skits are unapologetically politically incorrect. Yet, amazing local talent shines in the spotlight of every show – a reminder of Macon’s assets and unlimited cultural potential.
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Wednesday, Jan. 31
Thursday, Feb. 1
Friday, Feb. 2
Saturday, Feb. 3

Yes Madame! A Knot of One-Act Operas
2024-02-01 19:30 - 21:00 | Fickling Hall, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, 31207
The students of Mercer University Opera present a delightful collection of one-act operas including La Divina and The Beautiful Bridegroom. Directed by Martha Malone with Music Direction by Richard Kosowski. All operas are sung in English and accompanied by an orchestra.

"Cozy" Opening Reception
2024-02-02 18:00 | McEachern Art Center, 332 2nd Street, Macon, 31201
The McEachern Art Center is excited to present “COZY” by Charleston-based artist Emily Furr! Come out at 6 PM on February 2nd at 332 Second Street, Macon, GA for our opening reception and artist talk! Admission is free and beverages and light bites will be provided.

"COZY" by Emily Furr
2024-02-03 16:00 - 20:00 | McEachern Art Center, 332 2nd Street, Macon, 31201
February 2-March 30
COZY by Emily Furr
McEachern Art Center, open Thursday-Saturday 4-8 p.m.

“COZY” asks audiences to step inside the world of whimsical artist Emily Furr, where guests to the gallery will be immersed into her one-of-a-kind produce stand installation, walk inside her gingham inspired print shop, and view her painted, silhouetted wall pieces around the gallery. Furr will attend and join the celebration while wearing her handmade party hats embellished with lace and bright pom poms.

MTNA Guest Artist Concert Featuring Dr. Alexander Wasserman, Piano
2024-02-05 19:30 - 21:00 | Fickling Hall, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, 31207
The Townsend School of Music is pleased to host Dr. Alexander Wasserman as part of the Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) guest artist series. Dr. Wasserman, a Shigeru Kawai Artist, enjoys a distinguished career on both the concert stage and in the teaching studio. Please join us for an exciting performance by this accomplished concerto soloist and chamber musician. The concert is free and open to the public.

Fabian Concert Series
2024-02-06 19:30 | Fickling Hall, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, 31207
The February 6 concert will feature violinists Tessa Lark, Amy Schwartz Moretti and Annie Fullard; violist Lawrence Dutton; and cellist Paul Watkins performing the Bruch and Mendelssohn octets.
$20 Adult, Mercer ID/Any Student ID FREE
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Orleans
2024-02-09 19:30 - 21:30 | The Piedmont Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry Street, Macon, 31201
February 9
Orleans
Grand Opera House, 7:30 p.m.
Platinum hit-makers ORLEANS is now celebrating 50 YEARS of live performances! Since their humble beginnings in Woodstock NY and throughout countless worldwide tours, ORLEANS have set some very high standards. Here in 2024 and beyond, ORLEANS continues to meet and exceed those standards at every show, to the delight of audiences everywhere. BUY TICKETS

Townsend Symposia on Music, Philosophy and the Arts Series: "Building a Community of Musicians"
2024-02-12 14:30 - 16:30 | Fickling Hall, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, 31207
Dr. Peter Rubardt, Music Director of the Pensacola Symphony Orchestra, and Dr. Hedi Salanki-Rubardt, Distinguished University Professor of Piano and Chamber Music at the University of West Florida, will discuss the importance of networking, relationship building, and community outreach in the music profession.
Free and open to the public.

Macon-Mercer Symphony Orchestra With Special Guest Conductor Keitaro Harada
2024-02-12 19:30 - 21:30 | The Piedmont Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry Street, Macon, 31201
Welcome back Mercer alumnus Keitaro Harada, artistic director of the Savannah Philarmonic and winner of the 2023 Sir Georg Solti Conducting Award, for the most romantic date in town before Valentine’s Day. Swoon over an eclectic international program, with Maestro Harada leading the MMSO through pieces from Italian, French, Mexican, Japanese, and Argentinean composers including Ravel’s unforgettable dance piece Boléro. $25-35 Adult, Students of all ages FREE with Valid ID. BUY TICKETS

Keitaro Harada, guest conductor
Verdi “La forza del destino” Overture
Yoshimatsu Atom Hearts Club Suite No. 1
Ginastera Four Dances from “Estancia,” Op. 8a
Márquez Danzón No. 2
Ravel Boléro

Joan Stockstill Godsey Concert Series: BeautyFull Collaboration “A BeautyFull Affection”
2024-02-13 19:30 - 21:00 | Fickling Hall, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, 31207
Kyung-A Yoo collaborates with guest clarinetist John Diodati and students on the astonishing Beethoven’s piano trio. The program also includes Kalabis, Previn, and Schubert’s gems. Mr. Diodati plays as principal clarinetist with Opera Philadelphia. The event is free and open to the public.

Men on Boats
2024-02-15 19:30 - 21:30 | Tattnall Square Center for the Arts, 1096 College Street, Macon, 31207
Men on Boats, by Jaclyn Backhaus
Directed by Scot Mann
Ten explorers. Four boats. One Grand Canyon. MEN ON BOATS is the true(ish) history of an 1869 expedition, when a one-armed captain and a crew of insane yet loyal volunteers set out to chart the course of the Colorado River. A thrilling, gender-flipped theatrical ride across the west.
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Show dates: February 15-17 and 22-24 @ 7:30, and February 18 and 25 @ 2:30

Bands at The Grand Honor Band Festival
2024-02-16 19:30 - 21:30 | The Piedmont Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry Street, Macon, 31201
February 16-17
Bands at The Grand Honor Band Festival
Grand Opera House, 7:30 p.m. Friday, 3 p.m. Saturday
Please join the Mercer University Wind Ensemble and High School Honor Bands at the Grand Opera House.
February 16 at 7:30 p.m.: Mercer University Wind Ensemble. Conducted by Brittan Braddock, soloists Marcus Reddick and Laura Noah.
February 17 at 3 p.m.: High School Honor Band, conducted by Erin Bodnar.
Free and open to the public.

Jubilee Artist Series Presents: Vienna Boys Choir
2024-02-20 19:30 - 21:00 | Fickling Hall, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, 31207
The Vienna Boys Choir is the world’s foremost children’s chorus. For six centuries, these young cultural ambassadors have been adored the world over for their wide range of repertoire,
purity of tone and generosity of musical spirit. Over centuries, illustrious composers have written masterpieces for the Boys Choir of the Imperial Chapel, including Mozart, Bruckner, Gluck and Schubert. They are beloved the world over for their lively singing style and beautiful tone. SOLD OUT.

Jesus Christ Superstar
2024-02-26 19:00 - 21:00 | The Piedmont Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry Street, Macon, 31201
An iconic musical phenomenon with a worldwide fan base. In celebration of its 50th Anniversary, a new mesmerizing production comes to America. Appealing to both theater audiences and concert music fans, the show creates a modern, theatrical world that is uniquely fresh and inspiring. Featuring award-winning music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice, Jesus Christ Superstar is set against an extraordinary series of events during the final weeks in the life of Jesus Christ, as seen through the eyes of Judas. Reflecting the rock roots that defined a generation, the legendary score features “I Don’t Know How to Love Him,” “Gethsemane” and “Superstar.” $25 Rush Tickets available at the door for Mercer Students. BUY TICKETS

Mercer Jazz Ensemble Presents "Down for the Count"
2024-02-27 19:30 - 21:00 | Fickling Hall, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, 31207
Under the direction of Dr. Monty Cole and featuring guest saxophone artist Rick VanMatre, the Mercer Jazz Ensemble takes on the music of Count Basie. This event is free and open to the public.

Like Mother, Like Daughter: An Evening of Piano Favorites featuring Margery McDuffie Whatley and Susan T. McDuffie
2024-02-29 19:30 - 21:00 | Fickling Hall, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, 31207
Join us for a show featuring Margery McDuffie Whatley and her mother, Susan T. McDuffie, performing solos, duets, and duos by such composers as Mozart, Chopin, Liszt, Gershwin, Piazzolla, and more! Free and open to the public.

Broadway Does the ‘90s
2024-03-05 19:30 - 21:30 | The Piedmont Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry Street, Macon, 31201
Broadway Does The ’90s is an upbeat cabaret-style performance blending Broadway-inspired vocal stylings with the eclectic atmosphere of an intimate lounge show in downtown Macon. We want to like, totally reimagine where the music of pop queens like Britney can collide with the raw energy of quintessentially ’90s musicals like RENT. We’ll be da bomb singing fun songs from shows like tick…tick…BOOM! or Songs for a New World, as well as getting down with new showtunesy arrangements of songs like “No Scrubs” or “Rebel Girl.” Supported by the Linda Harriet Lane Fund. BUY TICKETS

Fabian Concert Series
2024-03-12 19:30 - 21:00 | Fickling Hall, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, 31207
The March 12 concert will feature violinist Amy Schwartz Moretti, violist Matthew Lipman, clarinetist Alexander Fiterstein, cellist Raphael Bell, pianist Andrew Armstrong, and R. J. Kelly on horn performing a variety of pieces, including the Rachmaninoff Piano Trio in G minor.

Jubilee Artist Series Presents: Norman Menzales, Flute
2024-03-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Fickling Hall, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, 31207
Georgia-born Filipino-American flutist Norman Menzales brings his “…warm, attractive sound” to the Townsend School of Music as part of the Jubilee Artists Series. Mr. Menzales has served as Principal Flute with the Fort Collins Symphony since 2013, Montana’s Great Falls Symphony since 2012, and the Wyoming Symphony Orchestra since 2021. Come join us for a night of beautiful, mesmerizing, joyful music presented by this award-winning musician and educator.

Guest Artist Recital: Ryan Fogg, Pianist
2024-03-15 19:30 - 21:00 | Fickling Hall, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, 31207
An avid chamber musician, collaborative pianist, and concerto soloist Dr. Ryan Fogg, Professor of Music and Director of Keyboard Studies at Carson-Newman University in Jefferson City, Tennessee will perform a solo recital in Townsend School of Music’s Neva Langley Fickling Recital Hall prior to his Carnegie Hall debut in April 2024. This event is free and open to the public.

McDuffie Young Artist Concert
2024-03-18 19:00 - 20:30 | Bell House Jennings Salon, 315 College Street, Macon, 31201
Watch the stars of tomorrow for free today with free concerts and community programs by the McDuffie Center Young Artists at the historic Bell House. Concerts with our emerging artists are engaging, short programs that are a great introduction to classical music for any patron. By keeping these shows free and open to the public, the Center is on the threshold between curriculum and community.

Faculty Artist Recital: Music of Passion for the Season of Lent
2024-03-19 19:30 - 21:00 | Fickling Hall, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, 31207
Richard Kosowski, tenor
Adrian Gnam, oboe
Timothy McReynolds, collaborative piano
Themes of devotion, sacrifice, supplication, and hope are explored in Music of Passion for the Season of Lent. Programming will include Benjamin Britten’s rapturously mystical Canticle 1: My beloved is mine and the haunting, angst-ridden Canticle 2: Abraham and Isaac.
