Central Methodist Fine Arts

Name: Central Methodist Fine Arts
Address: 411 Central Methodist Square, Fayette, MO, 65248, US
Telephone: (660) 248-6317
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The Fine Arts Department at Central Methodist offers many opportunities to students of all majors!

The Swinney Conservatory of Music and the Department of Theatre Arts have long histories of excellence on the campus of Central Methodist University. The Division of Fine and Performing Arts offers undergraduate opportunities for a major in Music, Music Education, Music Performance (vocal and keyboard), Theatre Arts, or Theatre Arts leading to teaching certification, and opportunities for a minor

in Music, Theatre Arts, or Art. Ensembles, productions, and scholarships are open to all qualified students regardless of major.

11/14/2025

You have two opportunities to see the Little Theatre's production of "The Velveteen Rabbit"! Join us tomorrow evening, Nov 15, at 7:00pm or Sunday, Nov 16 at 1:30pm.

11/13/2025

Don't forget this evening at 7:00pm, our small chamber ensembles will be performing in the Recital Hall! Here is a small bit of the Brass Quintet! https://centralmethodist.hosted.panopto.com/Panopto/Pages/Viewer.aspx?id=405c0eae-3f7b-4283-aecd-b33e015238b4

11/12/2025

Join us in the Recital Hall tomorrow evening at 7:00pm for an evening of chamber music. This is a great opportunity to hear all of our small chamber ensembles! https://centralmethodist.hosted.panopto.com/Panopto/Pages/Viewer.aspx?id=405c0eae-3f7b-4283-aecd-b33e015238b4

11/11/2025

Looking for a way to relax and hear some great music? Join us in CMU's Assembly hall Monday, Nov 17 at 7:00 for the CMU Jazz Ensemble Concert.

11/10/2025

Our students have been busy lately!

Congratulations to the CMU students of Dr. Ray and Prof Johns who successfully participated in the Central Region Student Auditions in Normal, IL on October 31 and November 1 with approximately 400 other students from Missouri, Iowa, and Illinois.

They performed 3-4 pieces each in a total of 15 initial categories. Finalists are eligible to compete in the National Student auditions taking place next summer.

Semi-finalists:

Contemporary (CCM):
Mallory Boyer
Musical Theatre:
Liz Boyd
Emeline DeLapp
Tyler Hershey
Cecilia Rancatore
Lauren Shields
Classical:
Colleen Allen
Liz Boyd
Cecilia Rancatore

Finalists:
Contemporary (CCM)
Mallory Boyer, 3rd place

Classical:
Colleen Allen, Honorable Mention
Cecilia Rancatore, 3rd place

Two of our CMU students were also selected to perform in the Contemporary (Mallory Boyer) and Classical (Cecilia Rancatore) Performance classes held Friday evening and led by master teachers Karen Brunnsen and Kevin Wilson.

On November 6, Matthew Simons (student of Dr Lucas Willsie) traveled to Missouri State University to compete in the Missouri Music Teachers Association’s Upper Division Collegiate competition. He was assisted by our wonderful Professor Kierstead and ultimately received Runner Up (Second Place)!

Finally, A tremendous thank you to our collaborative pianist Zack Kierstead-he had a big job for both of these competitions and played and supported everyone wonderfully!

11/07/2025

Join us on Sunday, Nov 9 at 1:00pm in the Kountz Recital Hall for an amazing afternoon of chamber music featuring Dr. Lucas Willsie (clarinet), Dr. Melissa Simons (piano), and Prof. Amy Johns (soprano). There will also be a special guest appearance by Dr. Amanda Arp (English/Director of Writing Center).
Sunday, November 9 at 1pm – Faculty Recital (Willsie, Simons, Johns) https://centralmethodist.hosted.panopto.com/Panopto/Pages/Viewer.aspx?id=422e7517-89f6-4771-bc84-b33e013a1de6

11/05/2025

Mark your calendars for the Little Theatre's Children's Production of "The Velveteen Rabbit". Shows open to the public will be on Saturday, Nov 15 at 7:00pm and Sunday, Nov 16 at 1:30pm.

11/03/2025

Do you know any talented high school seniors? Make sure they know about Central's Got Talent and Center Stage happening on February 19, 2026! We can't wait to award full-tuition scholarships to the top winners!
Use the link to learn more or register!
https://centralmethodist.edu/about/fine-arts/events/cgt.html

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from all of us here at Central! May your music be spooky and fun! Here are some photos of our students from recent events!

10/29/2025

Mark your calendars for a Faculty Recital happening on Sunday, Nov 9 at 1:00pm. This recital will feature Dr. Lucas Willsie (clarinet), Dr. Melissa Simons (piano), and Prof. Amy Johns (soprano). You will not want to miss this!

10/27/2025

It might be the end of October, but February 19 will be here before we know it! Sign up for Central's Got Talent and Center Stage today for a chance to win a full-tuition scholarship in the Fine Arts!

10/24/2025

CMU Chorale had an amazing time on tour this past week! They visited local high schools to share their love of music! The students had a great time! They also help the Missouri United Methodist Church celebrate 100 years!
The chorale is now gearing up to head to Texas next month!

Address

411 Central Methodist Square
Fayette, MO
65248

Telephone

(660) 248-6317

Website

http://www.centralmethodist.edu/

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