You are invited to join other church musicians in celebration of our common journey as music ministers, to learn from well-renowned clinicians, and to be energized for our vocation as we move forward. Our purpose is to provide enrichment, inspiration, and fellowship; linking and nurturing church musicians who share a passion for ministry through the choral arts. For more information please visit http://music.mercer.edu/polyphony-conference/.

Polyphony Church Music Concert - Distinguished in both classical and sacred music, Stephen Nielson is widely regarded as one of the distinctive artists of our time. Ambassador for the World Cultural Alliance, his discography includes classical repertoire, music for piano and cello, and hymn tunes in the classical style. Stephen Nielson is a Steinway artist.

This Masterclass has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances.

Annie Fullard, violin; Amy Schwartz Moretti, violin; Emily Brandenburg, viola; Daniel Tosky, bass; Christina Smith, flute; Andrew Brady, bassoon; Bixby Kennedy, clarinet; Jeewon Park, piano This evening of iconic American music will feature the artistry of concert pianist Jeewon Park and two principal members of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra's woodwind section, flutist Christina Smith and bassoonist Andrew Brady. Also new to the Fabian series is clarinetist Bixby Kennedy. A NYC-based performer, he holds positions in the New Haven and Albany…

"Songs for the soul" - Leah Partridge, soprano, will join Carol Goff, piano, in a beautiful evening of collaborative artistry. Leah Partridge, a Mercer alum, has received consistent praise worldwide for her intelligent and compelling operatic roles, making her debut with the Metropolitan Opera in 2008. Her interpretations of song literature reflect stunning clarity and deep reflection.

Mercer University Orchestra will be playing works by Mason Bates and Bizet.

Join us for an evening of music focused on the deep grooves of this great American composer.

Rita Sloan is acknowledged internationally as a leading teacher of piano, collaborative piano, and chamber music. In 1999, she was appointed a piano faculty member and director of the collaborative piano program at the University of Maryland. As an artist-faculty member at the Aspen Music Festival and School, Sloan founded their collaborative piano program.

Recitals are held in the Bell House Jennings Salon at 7 p.m. and are free and open to the public. Seating is first-come, first-served. Doors open 30 minutes beforehand.

Rita Sloan is acknowledged internationally as a leading teacher of piano, collaborative piano and chamber music. In 1999, she was appointed a piano faculty member and director of the collaborative piano program at the University of Maryland. As an artist faculty member at the Aspen Music Festival, Sloan founded their Collaborative Piano Program. Ms. Sloan joins violinist Amy Schwartz Moretti, Elizabeth Pridgen, and McDuffie Center young artists for an evening of unforgettable solo and chamber music.