Calendar of Free* Classical Concerts in Jacksonville
*Listings of Jacksonville concerts advertised as FREE are compiled chiefly from online calendars. Listed concerts could be subject to change or cancellation, and additional concert listings might be added.
Most venue addresses are given at left.
Friday, October 5 @ 7:30pm
Süssmann, violin, and Signe Bakke, piano
Norwegian virtuosi performing sonatas by Grieg, Debussy and Brahms, plus Svendsen's Romance.
Friday, October 5 @ 7:30pm
Intercollegiate Choral Concert
The Florida State College at Jacksonville hosts a free intercollegiate choral concert on the main stage.
Saturday, October 6 @ 3pm
Intermezzo SATURDAY Concert with Michael Süssmann, violin, and Signe Bakke, piano
Norwegian virtuosi performing sonatas by Grieg, Debussy and Brahms, plus Svendsen's Romance.
Saturday, October 6 @ 4pm
Dr. Michael Mastronicola, piano
Faculty Piano Recital
Sunday, October 7 @ 3pm
Jacksonville Symphony Ensemble - Cover the Town with Sound
A free concert series featuring small groups of Jacksonville Symphony musicians performing in community venues throughout the area.
Thursday, October 11 @ 7:30pm
First Coast Wind Ensemble
Now in its 23rd season of free concerts offered as a Jacksonville cultural service, this 60-member group of JU students and community musicians perform masterworks from the wind repertoire.
Thursday, October 11 @ 7:30pm
Symphonic Pops
The Florida State College at Jacksonville hosts a free Symphonic Band Pops Concert on the Main Stage.
Friday, October 12 @ 7pm
DeProfundis in Concert
On the Riverbank Fine Arts at Church of Our Saviour kicks off with a concert of sacred jazz and world music performed by Bob Moore (piano), Joe Yorio (saxophones) and Tony Steve (percussion). You’ll hear the music of the church (traditional and folk hymns, chants and spirituals) like you’ve never heard them before.
Friday, October 12 @ 7:30pm
8th Annual Upbeat Pink: A Musical Tribute to Breast Cancer Survivorship
Dr. Gordon Brock, UNF Wind Symphony, conductor Dr. Cara Tasher, UNF Chorale, conductor
Friday, October 12 @ 7:30m
Friday Musicale Season Gala Opening
Featuring Lynne Arriale Drawing from jazz, world/folk, pop/rock, and alternative musical influences, Lynne masterfully connects with her increasingly diverse audience creating an intimate experience through her boldly melodic original compositions and imaginative reinterpretations of unexpected pop classics. Black tie optional Opening Gala Tickets are RSVP only. Please call 904-355-7584 or email rentals@FridayMusicale.com for your Free Tickets.
Saturday, October 13 @ 7:30m
JU Percussion Ensemble Concert
Exotic, exciting and exhilarating is the music from Bali, Africa, Brazil, and beyond. The JU percussion ensemble performs a wide variety of songs, styles and pieces from percussion music from around the globe.
Monday, October 15 @ 7:30pm
Dr. Michael Bovenzi, saxophone
Faculty Saxophone Recital
Weeknight Parking Fees Apply
Thursday, October 18 @ 7:30pm
FSCJ Choral Concert
Choral Concert featuring Men’s Chorus, Women’s Chorus and The Chorale
Saturday, October 20 @ 3:30pm
Brass Extravaganza
Sponsored by Music & Arts. Dr. Randy Tinnin, UNF Brass Ensemble, conductor; James Jenkins, UF Brass Ensemble, conductor
Sunday, October 21 @ 4pm
Beaches Fine Arts Series: American Boy Choir
Founded in 1937 and a perennial favorite during the early years of the series, the American Boychoir continues to dazzle audiences with its unique blend of musical sophistication, effervescent spirit, and ensemble virtuosity.
Sunday, October 21 @ 6pm
Brass Extravaganza
Sponsored by Music & Arts. Dr. Randy Tinnin, UNF Brass Ensemble, conductor; James Jenkins, UF Brass Ensemble, conductor
Tuesday, October 23 @ 7:30m
Orchestra and Percussion Ensemble Shared Concert
Dr. Simon Shiao, Charlotte Mabrey, conductors Special Guest Pianists: Dr. Gary Smart and Dr. Erin Bennett
Evening Parking Rates Apply
Tuesday, October 23 @ 7:30 pm
Serenade for Strings
The Jacksonville University Orchestra, conducted by Marguerite Richardson, opens its season with Dvorak’s beautiful Serenade for strings, and Mozart’s Symphony 35 (Haffner).
Friday, October 26 @ 7:30pm
Tim Tuller, organ and Cliff Newton, trumpet
Reception following.