Francis Marion University Theatre Director: Prof. A. Glen Gourley A one-woman show filled with delightful Nunsense humor and audience participation segments, Sister Robert Anne’s Cabaret Class requires only a blackboard, a desk and a piano. Sister Robert Anne and her musical accompanist “teach” her “class” how to put together a cabaret act. Interspersed are some of the best […]
Francis Marion University Theatre Director: Prof. A. Glen Gourley A one-woman show filled with delightful Nunsense humor and audience participation segments, Sister Robert Anne’s Cabaret Class requires only a blackboard, a desk and a piano. Sister Robert Anne and her musical accompanist “teach” her “class” how to put together a cabaret act. Interspersed are some of the best […]
RESCHEDULED! Quentin Baxter Jazz Trio: Music of Abdullah Ibrahim Demetrius Doctor, piano Timothy Khayat, bass Quentin E. Baxter, drums Abdullah Ibrahim (b. 1934), is a South African pianist and composer. His music reflects many of the musical influences of his childhood in the multicultural port areas of Cape Town, ranging from traditional African songs to the gospel […]
"Tales Unfold," including a world premiere of a work by A.J. Perry Heidi Lucas, horn Paolo Gualdi, piano In addition to extensive teaching and chamber music experience including residencies and tours throughout the United States, England, Brazil, Germany, Austria, Australia, Russia, and Panama, Dr. Lucas serves as hornist with the Sunderman Wind Quintet. She […]
Dedicated to the performance of new works and modern classics, Orange Road creates exciting listener-centered musical spaces for curious audiences. The programs they develop in close collaboration with composers connect art and audiences in ways beyond the traditional elite dominated concert hall, and leave people from all backgrounds with a transformative experience. Recent highlights include […]
Eurasia Trio and friends, featuring the monumental Piano Quintet by Brahms Qiao Solomon, violin; Bryan Hall, violin; David Johnson, viola; Martin Gueorguiev, cello; Paolo André Gualdi, piano Tickets are available to FMU students, faculty, and staff at no charge upon showing an FMU ID. Tickets to the general public are $10, as space allows. The […]
With Brit Taylor. With one of the best lineups in the group’s storied history, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, featuring founding members Jeff Hanna (lead vocals, guitar) and Jimmie Fadden (drums, harmonica, vocals); longtime bandmate Bob Carpenter (keys, vocals)—a member since 1980; along with Jim Photoglo (bass, vocals); Jaime Hanna (guitar, vocals); and Ross Holmes […]
“Formidable…dizzying…magical.” These words from New York reviewer Harris Goldsmith vividly illustrate pianist Petronel Malan’s uniquely captivating style. Indeed, as a multiple Grammy® nominee and gold medalist of several international piano competitions, Petronel continues to enthrall audiences worldwide. Petronel maintains a full performance schedule as recitalist, orchestral soloist and chamber musician in major venues throughout the world. […]
The Francis Marion University Concert Band will be performing its fall concert at the FMU Performing Arts Center in downtown Florence. The Francis Marion University Concert Band is composed of FMU students as well as community members from the Pee Dee region. Community members include professional area music educators, band directors, choir directors, ministers of […]
Dr. Terry Roberts, Director Special guests: Brandon Goff and Brian Jones
Instrument Petting Zoo at 2pm Concert at 3pm Featured music includes Peter and the Wolf, selections from Encanto, and classical pieces the whole family will enjoy. Local author Pamela Glass will present a new children’s book, "The Maestro's Great Snore," accompanied by the orchestra.
Ranky Tanky (a Gullah phrase for “get funky”) are five lifelong friends from Charleston, South Carolina who have established themselves as passionate global ambassadors for their local culture and community, helping to faithfully preserve the traditions originated by African Americans in the coastal South during slavery that are kept alive through the present day. The […]
