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The Quincy Civic Music Association was organized in 1927, with the purpose of presenting seasons of 4 to 6 concerts by professional musicians and dancers.

It is the oldest existing cultural organization in Quincy devoted to professional entertainment. The Quincy Civic Music Association (QCMA) was organized in 1927, with the purpose of presenting seasons of four to six concerts by professional musicians and dancers. It was a founding member of the Quincy Society of Fine Arts when it began in 1947 as the very first community arts council in the US. Th

e QCMA is an all-volunteer organization whose non-profit status enables it to qualify for numerous grants and gifts. As a result, it has been able, despite its modest ticket prices and Quincy's modest size, to bring some of the world's best musicians to the city. The 25-year-old Isaac Stern performed during the 1945-1946 season. There is reliable verbal testimony that the great pianist and composer Rachmaninov earlier played for QCMA members. The Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo and the Joffrey Ballet were brought to Quincy by the QCMA. Within the past 30 years the QCMA has brought here the Chicago Symphony Orchestra (3 times), as well as the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra under Leonard Slatkin and the Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra under Kurt Masur. Other world-class ensembles on recent seasons are Chanticleer and the Kronos Quartet. Due to Quincy's tradition of excellent music education, we have also been able to present outstanding Quincy natives, such as the operatic soprano Michelle Crider and the violist of the Kronos Quartet, Hank Dutt.

05/03/2026

One week from today! 🎻🎶✨

This performance offers a unique opportunity to experience rising stars in classical music in an intimate setting. Community members are encouraged to attend and enjoy

05/02/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out last night to experience The Legendary Count Basie Orchestra under the direction of Scotty Barnhart! 🎶 It was a memorable evening filled with outstanding music.

We’re especially grateful to our sponsors for making events like this possible: the Illinois Arts Council, the Community Foundation, the Moorman Foundation, Knapheide Manufacturing Company, The Arthur and Lela Lindsay Family, the Stillwell Foundation, Blessing Health, the Michelmann Foundation, and the many business and individual members of Arts Quincy, Society of Fine Arts.

Your support keeps the arts thriving in our community!

04/29/2026

This Friday! Get your tickets now! 🎟️ https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/qps/L2VtYmVkL2FsbD9zY2hvb2xzPTE0

Tessa Bunn with Pittsfield United Methodist Church joins Ashley to talk about the Pet Party happening May 3 – a fun, community-driven event benefiting the Humane Society and supporting Pike County. Then Bill Machold stops by to preview the Quincy Civic Music Association concert, taking place Frida...

04/27/2026

Quincy Civic Music Association is hosting a FREE bonus concert on Sunday, May 10 at Vermont Street United Methodist Church featuring Sebastian Craciun Manning & Friends.

🗓️ Sunday, May 10
⏰Doors at 7
🎶Concert at 7:30
🌎Free to the public
📍Vermont Street Methodist Church (818 Vermont St)

The Quincy Civic Music Association was organized in 1927, with the purpose of presenting seasons of 4 to 6 concerts by professional musicians and dancers. It is the oldest existing cultural organization in Quincy devoted to professional entertainment.

Sebastian Craciun Manning & Friends:

Sebastian Manning, violin (Quincy, IL)
Romeo Vashishth, violin (Evanston, IL)
Neena Agrawal, viola (Chicago, IL)
Callia Murray, viola (Vernon Hills, IL)

04/22/2026

🎶The Legendary Count Basie Orchestra, Directed by Scotty Barnhart
🗓️May 1, 2026
📍Morrison Theater QJHS
⏰ Doors @ 7 Concert @ 7:30 p.m.

🎟️Tickets may be purchased at the door, online, or at Sturhahn Jewelers, Hyvee, and Niemann’s in Quincy. High school students and younger may attend at no cost. Faculty, staff, and students from JWCC, Quincy University, and Culver-Stockton College gain free admission with their school ID. Checks may be sent to PO Box 1165 Quincy, IL 62306-1165. A single admission ticket is $25 and season tickets are $90. QCMA has ticket reciprocity agreements with The Hannibal Concert Association and The Keokuk Concert Association.

Sponsored by The Lela and Arthur Lindsay Family, Michelmann Foundation, Moorman Foundation, Community Foundation, Blessing Health System, Knapheide Manufacturing, and Illinois Arts Council.

04/20/2026

✨🎶Experience a night of electrifying big-band jazz as The Legendary Count Basie Orchestra, directed by Scotty Barnhart, comes to Quincy on Friday, May 1, 2026, for one unforgettable evening of swing and soul. Founded in 1935 by jazz icon Count Basie, the Orchestra continues to be one of the most celebrated ensembles in jazz history—becoming an enduring institution long after Basie’s passing in 1984. The Orchestra remains true to the Basie ethos: minimalist piano backed by a rock-solid rhythm section, tight ensemble playing, and electrifying soloists.✨🎶

🎟️Tickets may be purchased at the door, online, or at Sturhahn Jewelers, Hyvee, and Niemann’s in Quincy. High school students and younger may attend at no cost. Faculty, staff, and students from JWCC, Quincy University, and Culver-Stockton College gain free admission with their school ID. Checks may be sent to PO Box 1165 Quincy, IL 62306-1165. A single admission ticket is $25 and season tickets are $90. QCMA has ticket reciprocity agreements with The Hannibal Concert Association and The Keokuk Concert Association.

Sponsored by The Arthur and Lela Lindsay Family, Michelmann Foundation, Moorman Foundation, Community Foundation, Blessing Health System, Knapheide Manufacturing, and Illinois Arts Council.

02/06/2026

Don't miss out! 🎺🎺

Canadian Brass has set the international standard for brass quintets, captivating audiences with their signature blend of virtuosic musicianship, entertaining stage

01/08/2026

🎺Save the date! 🎶

🗓️Wednesday, February 11, 2026
📍Baldwin Auditorium
⏰Doors open @ 7, concert @ 7:30

✨For more information, visit www.quincycivicmusic.org

🎟️Tickets on sale now! 🎺✨

01/06/2026

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12/26/2025

✨For more information, visit www.quincycivicmusic.org

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Quincy, IL
62306

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+12172223432

Website

http://quincycivicmusic.org/

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