Symphonic Music for All!

Come and celebrate our nation’s history as we perform music from Copland to Johnson that help to mark our path towards civil rights!

Civil War to Civil Rights

Saturday, March 8, 2025 | 4:00 - 5:00 PM

Jacksonville Main Public Library (Downtown), 303 N Laura St, Jacksonville, FL 32202

Sunday, March 9, 2025 | 4:00 - 5:00 PM

Terry Concert Hall, Jacksonville University, Dolphin Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32211

Dr. Marguerite Richardson, conductor

Repertoire:

Aaron Copland - Lincoln Portrait

James W. Johnson & John R. Johnson - Lift Every Voice and Sing

Margaret Bonds - Montgomery Variations (Selections)

James P. Johnson - Harlem Symphony

Continue to check our webpage in the coming weeks for links to free tickets and our live stream!

Become a Member

If you are interested in performing great symphonic works with a community of musicians this upcoming season, please click the link below to fill out a brief survey and our librarian will get in touch with you.