October 13, 2024 at 3:00pm

First United Methodist Church

Konrad Paszkudzki's musical affinity and passion for swinging American jazz revealed itself early on. At age 14, he was honored as the "Young West Australian Instrumentalist of the Year". He was accepted into the West Australian Academy of Performing Arts in Perth at the tender age of 15, studying jazz piano and finishing his undergraduate degree a few weeks after turning 19. In 2015 Konrad became a Yamaha artist, and in 2016 began working for Venus Records in Japan. Between 2016-2017 the Konrad Paszkudzki trio recorded seven albums for the label. Aside from touring and recording, Konrad also commenced his role as Artistic Director of Jazz at the Ballroom in 2017, a not for profit organization committed to delivering the highest caliber of swinging American jazz across the West Coast. “He has a pearly touch, a sense of history, a sense of drama, a love of the blues, and an elegance which is borne of high minded dedication" - Wynton Marsalis

November 10, 2024 at 3:00pm

First United Methodist Church

For the Kaleidoscope concert we have a diverse repertoire of talented local performances.. We are pleased to present the Heat of GA Barbershop Chorus, the Middle GA Flute Choir, the Adult Bells Choir from First United Methodist Church, the Choir from Bonaire Church, Mary Stephenson on the violin with Sarah Divaker on the harp, Dr. Gary Myrthil on the Organ, Nick and Harper McCoy playing harps, and Dan Topelewski on the cello with Mary Ann Wood playing piano. All of the performers for this Concert are from the Middle Georgia area and we are fortunate to have them all together to play for us.

January 19, 2025 at 3:00pm

First United Methodist Church

The Piano Performance Team is a unique group of 3-6 piano students, selected by audition each year, from North Carolina. It was created to give talented young pianists various opportunities to perform as well as to provide a community outreach program in the arts. This group has performed for our military troops, colleges, arts series, churches, retirement communities, etc., as well as having provided educational programs for over 30,000 elementary children in North and South Carolina, Virginia, Georgia, Tennessee, & Washington, DC.

February 22, 2025 at 3:00pm

First United Methodist Church

Bending genres and uplifting spirits, The Moanin’ Frogs offer an electrifying approach to chamber music. Conservatory trained and entertainment minded, their dynamic and technically precise performances of classical, ragtime, jazz, and pop delight fans across the world. The Moanin' Frogs are described by concert goers as "The Canadian Brass of Saxophone," featuring six saxophones from sopranino to bass in an amphibious blend of jazz, classical, pop, a cappella singing, and comedy. From the blazing virtuosity of their classical training to the madcap stage antics of their vaudeville roots, listeners will experience a new and exciting take on chamber music. 2018 First Prize Laureates of the international M-Prize Competition, their musical selections, from J.S. Bach, to Scott Joplin, to Glenn Miller, to Freddie Mercury, ensure there is something for everyone.

April 6, 2025 at 3:00pm

First United Methodist Church

The talented young musicians from the Robert McDuffie Center for Strings hail from all over the world. Founded as a special institute within Mercer University's Townsend School of Music, the McDuffie Center for Strings combines conservatory training with a business-oriented undergraduate curriculum, preparing today's highly talented students to become tomorrow's entrepreneur-musicians. This return performance will feature the wonderful energy and beauty of strings, including performances by small and large ensembles.