Music, Department of

Event    Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Tuesday, Sept. 17, as part of Georgia College & State University’s annual “Constitution Week,” a lively production of political campaign music and a lecture will be presented at 6 p.m. at Georgia's Old Governor’s Mansion. The concert, “All Hail for Music on the Trail: A program featuring music from U.S. Presidential Campaigns, 1840-1964,” will feature campaign songs such as “The Red, White, and Blue,” “Wake Ye Numbers!” and “Hello Lyndon.” The lecture, “Why Sing Campaign Songs? Music,...
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Announcement    Wednesday, September 4, 2024
In July, Dr. Kim's masterclass was featured on Han-Kyong (한경) Arte TV, Korea's premier art channel, showcasing advanced singing techniques and insights into musical performance for Korean students. This broadcast provided an opportunity to reach a wider audience, sharing knowledge and passion with aspiring musicians across Korea. The full session is now available on YouTube, allowing global viewers to benefit from this educational experience. Watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I91ByT...
Announcement    Tuesday, September 3, 2024
The Georgia College & State University Jazz Band will perform at the JENerations Jazz Festival on Saturday Aug. 11, 2025, at 2 p..m. This festival runs in conjunction with the Jazz Education Network (JEN) National Conference which will be held in Atlanta. In addition to having access to all the incredible clinics and concerts associated with the JEN Conference, JENerations Jazz Festival participating bands will perform for 30 minutes and immediately following the performance, receive...
Announcement    Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Come out and enjoy our Georgia College & State University Jazz Jam Session Tuesday, Nov. 19, 7-9 p.m. at Amici Café, downtown Milledgeville, presented by Jazz at Georgia College. Hosted by our faculty and student jazz musicians, the GCSU Jam Session is open to all members of the community who are interested in working on their jazz and improvisation skills. Bring your instrument if you want to play or come just to enjoy the menu and the live music at Amici Café. We hope to see you there.
Announcement    Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Come out and enjoy our Georgia College & State University Jazz Jam Session Tuesday, Oct. 29, 7-9 p.m. at Amici Café, downtown Milledgeville, presented by Jazz at Georgia College. Hosted by our faculty and student jazz musicians, the GCSU Jam Session is open to all members of the community who are interested in working on their jazz and improvisation skills. Bring your instrument if you want to play or come just to enjoy the menu and the live music at Amici Café. We hope to see you there.
Announcement    Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Come out and enjoy our Georgia College & State University Jazz Jam Session Tuesday, Sept. 24, 7-9 p.m. at Amici Café in downtown Milledgeville, presented by Jazz at Georgia College. Hosted by our faculty and student jazz musicians, the GCSU Jam Session is open to all members of the community who are interested in working on their jazz and improvisation skills. Bring your instrument if you want to play or come just to enjoy the menu and the live music at Amici Café. We hope to see you there!
Announcement    Monday, April 21, 2025
Saturday, April 26 Georgia College & State University’s Music Department and Allied Arts will hold the 36th Annual Art & JazzFest from 2 p.m.to 8:30 p.m. on Front Campus. The evening features live performances from local middle and high school bands and Georgia College Alumni Band, as well as a performance by the Georgia College Jazz Band featuring renowned guest artist and percussionist, Carl Allen.  JazzFest offers local schools an opportunity to showcase their student bands in a...
Announcement    Friday, April 18, 2025
Thursday, April 24 Georgia College & State University will present “Sound Sculptures XX: Fears & Aspirations” at 7:30 p.m. in Max Noah Recital Hall. Directed by music faculty, Dr. David H. Johnson, this concert features newly composed, electronic compositions by Georgia College students. This innovative musical program is an evocative exploration of the depths of our fears and the heights of our aspirations, capturing the contrast between doubt and hope, darkness and light. A $5 donation...
Announcement    Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Guest Artist RecitalNathan Southwick, violinLev Ryabinin, pianoMonday, April 14, 7:30 p.m.Max Noah Recital Hall
Announcement    Monday, April 7, 2025
Saturday, April 12 Come join us for a celebration of spring as Georgia College and State University’s music ensembles gather on the lawn of Georgia’s Old Governor’s Mansion for a 6 p.m. “Music at the Mansion” concert. Free and open to the public, this annual concert features the university’s Wind Symphony, Women’s Ensemble, Orchestra, University Chorus, Max Noah Singers, saxophone and string quartets, and jazz combos. Bring snacks, drinks, tables, chairs and games for the kids. In...