MusicFriday, November 6
GSU Jazz Band presents The Music of Johnny Mercer
Friday, November 6 · 7:30-9:30 p.m. · Rialto Center For The Performing Arts
- When
- Friday, November 6 · 7:30-9:30 p.m.
- Where
- Rialto Center For The Performing Arts80 Forsyth Street Northwest · Atlanta, GA · 30303
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About this event
Join the Georgia State University Jazz Band for a special tribute celebrating the life, music and enduring legacy of legendary songwriter Johnny Mercer. Born in Savannah, Ga., Mercer was one of America's most influential lyricists and composers, contributing countless standards to the Great American Songbook through collaborations with many of the 20th century's leading musicians and composers. Directed by Gordon Vernick, the Jazz Band honors Mercer's remarkable career with performances of beloved classics that continue to shape the worlds of jazz, popular music and musical theater.
Tickets: $12 General Admission | $5 Georgia State University Students
This event is part of the Georgia State University School of Music Scholarship Series. Ticket proceeds support student scholarships and educational opportunities within the School of Music.
Parking: Reduced-price parking is available for $6 at the 100 Peachtree Building Deck (123 Fairlie St. NW). Credit card only—pay upon exit. Bring your parking ticket to the theater to receive a validation sticker at the Guest Services Desk.
Listed by Georgia State University (Localist) and Lori Williams (Squarespace), gathered by the Roswell events calendar.