Each year, Lawson Academy faculty and students present a variety of performances open to the public showcasing the talent within our program. From studio recitals and ensemble performances to faculty duos and trios, ranging from classical to Broadway to crossover pop styles, our hope is to bring unique offerings to the Spartanburg community.
2017 – 2018 Lawson Series
Piano Mania
Daniel Recital HallPianists (and Converse alumnae) Lisa Dillard and Erica Pauly present a spectacular concert of piano duets and duos, featuring works by Mozart, Borodin, Liszt, and…
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Silent Movie Night
Twichell AuditoriumJoin us for an evening of silent film, accompanied by acclaimed theatre organist Scott Foppiano. Co-sponsored by the American Guild of Organists, Spartanburg Chapter, this…
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Pop Rocks featuring Trilogia
Daniel Recital HallLawson Academy faculty trio Trilogia returns, putting a unique spin on a blend of classical and pop/rock favorites for the whole family to enjoy. If…
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Shining Stars
Daniel Recital HallEach year, the Lawson Academy showcases its top scholarship recipients in each musical category, as well as other accomplished high school musicians, in a formal…
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Lawson Band Spring Concert
Daniel Recital HallThe Lawson Academy Band provides leveled band instruction and a quality ensemble experience for homeschool, public, and private school students in grades 3-12. Students showcase…
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Lawson Strings Spring Concert
Daniel Recital HallLawson Strings Ensembles provide leveled group strings instruction and a quality ensemble experience for homeschool, public, and private school students in grades 3-12. Students showcase…
Find out more »About the Lawson Academy
Founded in 1944, the Lawson Academy of the Arts at Converse College offers quality instruction in the arts with an excellent faculty, in a professional yet nurturing environment. We serve hundreds of families each year and encourage students of all ages to join us. The Lawson Academy also functions as a “lab school,” introducing Converse music students to the experience of teaching. This experience crosses over to the full arts spectrum during the summer when college students staff our Fine Arts Day Camp, where Converse students instruct young campers in visual arts, creative writing, music, dance, and theatre. The Lawson Academy affords the opportunity for Converse College and the Spartanburg community to share in a wonderful learning experience.