March 2019
Billy Buchanan & his Rock ‘n Soul Revue
Watch Billy put on a nonstop, no holds barred show that is an authentic, jaw dropping homage to The Pioneers. Buchanan channels soul greats like Ray Charles, The Drifters, Sam Cooke, James Brown, Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Jackie Wilson, Stax icons, Motown superstars, and many more with ease. His latest EP, “ShagShuffleShimmyShakeSwing Vol. 1”, was released in January 2018.
Find out more »Danilo Brito – mandolin wizard & master of Brazilian choro
11am & 7pm
Danilo Brito is a youthful voice for a music that is as old as Brazil's national identity. Born in the 19th century in Rio de Janeiro, choro is the child of the same cultural parents that gave rise to ragtime, blues, and jazz in the USA. European forms melded with African ideas to produce a family of fresh, new forms throughout the New World and among them is choro. The literal translation of the word is “to cry,” but its use in naming this music is figurative and points to its emotive power. More often bright than blue, it is marked by syncopation, counterpoint, improvisation, and virtuosity. Knowledge of the form has been passed aurally from generation to generation.
Find out more »April 2019
Damian McGinty – Hosting a concert at Friday Musicale – Tickets on Sale Now!
Did you get a chance to see Damian McGinty in concert last year at Friday Musicale? Well, he is hosting another concert coming up in April 2019 in our Auditorium. Tickets to Damian's concert can be found at his web site at www.damianmcginty.com/tours Irish singer-songwriter-actor Damian McGinty will be debuting his brand new full-length album, Young Forever, in early 2019 followed by a tour of the same name. The Young Forever tour is his largest to date and kicks off…
Find out more »Opera in a Box Children’s Opera – UNF Students performing
Opera in a Box is performed by students at UNF. This show is Children’s Opera! It’s a great opportunity for you to bring Children & Grandchildren to a wonderful fun and free show while being exposed to culture. Come one come all.
Find out more »Billy Buchanan’s Sock Hop Dance
HEY EVERYONE! Are y’all ready to dance??! Join us for Billy Buchanan’s SOCK HOPPIN’, BE BOPPIN’, JUKE JOINT JAMBOREE!’ What is it?? Two hours (7:00pm-9:00pm) of non stop dancing to some of the best rock and soul music in North Florida! Billy Buchanan & his Rock 'n Soul Revue will perform the entire night for your dancing pleasure. Bring your friends and dancing shoes, and let's pack this beautiful venue for a night of pure fun with The Ambassador of…
Find out more »May 2019
Friday Musicale Scholarship Laureates Concert – POSTPONED
Due to various requests from students who wished to apply for the Susan C. Mahla scholarship - Friday Musicale has changed the date of the competition to Saturday, June 1, 2019. This will allow for more qualified students to apply (based on schools schedules). After the competition, we will discuss with the Scholarship winners when the best time would be to host the Scholarship Laureates Concert. Please check back this web site for updated information. Thank You!
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The John Lumpkin Institute Jazz Combo
John Lumpkin II is a producer, arranger, and artists through the Jazz, R&B and Gospel scene.
Find out more »June 2019
Trio Peña
Trio Peña strives to be music educators to audiences, both young and old. They believe that chamber music is a perfect medium to familiarize students with classical music and have collaborated with schools around the area to promote its exposure and understanding. They perform a range of chamber music spanning from the Baroque era to the later 20th century and are continually expanding.
Find out more »Vega String Quartet
The Vega String Quartet, Quartet-in-Residence at Emory University, is cultivating a new generation of chamber music lovers through dynamic performances and innovative community engagement. The New York Times raved that " playing had a kind of clean intoxication to it, pulling the listener along…the musicians took real risks in their music making" and the L.A. Times praised their “triumphant L.A. debut.” They concertize both nationally and internationally, most recently in Baltimore, Chicago, Nashville, Sacramento, Berlin, San Miguel, and the Brahmssaal…
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