School of Music
The Townsend School of Music is nationally recognized for its outstanding faculty, award-winning students and nationally recognized performance ensembles.
Explore one of the top music schools in Georgia to discover its many programs, performance opportunities and events.
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
Discovery and Innovation
Mercer professor restores 105-year-old harp for students’ future use
Discovery and Innovation
Recording, documentary projects highlight talents of Mercer and Macon musicians
Mercer News
‘A Night of Georgia Music’ wins Emmy Award
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
Student Composition Concert
7:30pm - 9:00pm
McCorkle Music Building, Neva Langley Fickling Hall
Arts
PlayFull Piano Presents “10, 20 and 40”
7:30pm - 9:00pm
McCorkle Music Building, Neva Langley Fickling Hall
Arts
Mercer Jazz Ensemble Presents “Things Ain’t What They Used to Be”
7:30pm - 9:00pm
McCorkle Music Building, Neva Langley Fickling Hall
Arts
Macon-Mercer Symphony Orchestra, Conducted by Jeff Turner
7:30pm - 9:30pm
The Grand Opera House
Arts
Mercer University Opera Presents “It’s a Grand Night for Singing”
7:30pm - 9:00pm
McCorkle Music Building, Neva Langley Fickling Hall
Arts
Mercer Singers 2024 Farewell Concert
7:30pm
McCorkle Music Building, Neva Langley Fickling Hall
Arts
Trio Montage Featuring Baritone Phillip Collister-Murray, Clarinetist Marguerite Levin and Pianist R. Timothy McReynolds
7:30pm - 9:00pm
McCorkle Music Building, Neva Langley Fickling Hall
Arts
Mercer Flute Choir Presents “Flute Fantasy”
7:30pm - 9:00pm
McCorkle Music Building, Neva Langley Fickling Hall
Arts
Choir Concert: Maurice Duruflé’s “Requiem”
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Mulberry Street United Methodist Church
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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