School of Music
Degrees and Programs
The Townsend School of Music fosters excellence in musical learning within the context of a comprehensive university environment. Undergraduate and graduate studies prepare musicians for careers in performance, music education, church music and musical scholarship.
School of Music
Latest News
Mercer News
Macon-Mercer Symphony Orchestra season opener focuses on Macon mayors through Aaron Copland’s music
Mercer News
GRAMMY®-winning ensemble Imani Winds opens Jubilee Artists Series season
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Professor provides harp instruction at Italian music festival
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Alumnus lends viola talents to TV, film and other projects — including ‘Bridgerton’
Life at Mercer
Journey to France: 80 years later, a new generation reflects on Normandy
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Mercer Center for Strings founder Robert McDuffie receives honorary degree from Emory
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Alumna creates studio to help students make music they love
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Mercer to confer degrees to more than 2,200 graduates at five commencements in May
Discovery and Innovation
14th Annual BEAR Day to showcase research, special projects in Macon
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Album premiere party to highlight new Mercer, Macon musicians’ album with London Symphony Orchestra
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Mercer Music at Capricorn to offer Entertainment Law Seminar
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Internationally renowned conductor returns to Macon for homecoming concert
Admissions
The Townsend School of Music on the Macon Campus offers undergraduate and graduate professional music studies in a comprehensive university environment. Learn more about how you can apply.
School of Music
Upcoming Events
Harp Ensemble Presents “At the Ballet”
7:30pm - 9:00pm
Fickling Hall
Arts
Mercer Jazz Combo Presents “Chasin’ the Trane”
7:30pm - 9:00pm
Fickling Hall
Arts
G. F. Handel’s “Messiah” Presented by Choral Society of Middle Georgia and Mercer University Choir
7:30pm - 9:00pm
St. Joseph Catholic Church
Arts
Mercer Brass Band Presents “Salute to America”
7:30pm - 9:00pm
Stratford Academy
Arts
Festive Flutes Conducted by Kelly Via
7:30pm - 9:00pm
Fickling Hall
Arts
G. F. Handel’s “Messiah” Presented by Choral Society of Middle Georgia and Mercer University Choir
7:30pm - 9:00pm
St. Joseph Catholic Church
Arts
Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols
7:30pm - 9:00pm
St. Joseph Catholic Church
Arts
Robert McDuffie Center for Strings Young Artist Chamber Music Marathon
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Fickling Hall
Arts
Robert McDuffie Center for Strings Young Artist Chamber Music Marathon
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Fickling Hall
Arts
Mercer University Opera Presents “Back to Broadway”
7:30pm - 9:00pm
Fickling Hall
Arts
Guest Artist Recital: Tony Boutté, Tenor, and Tim McReynolds, Piano
7:30pm - 9:00pm
Fickling Hall
Arts
McDuffie Young Artist Concert
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Bell House Jennings Salon
Arts
Outside the Classroom
Enrich your education and hone your skills outside the classroom by participating in one of our instrumental ensembles or community music programs.
Centers and Institutes
Dive deep into your chosen area of study, learning not only from expert faculty but also professionals in the field.
Faculty and Staff
Our faculty and staff are composed of highly talented musicians who will prepare you for a successful career in music.
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