We are proud to announce our outstanding lineup of live concerts for 2025-2026
The Griffin Area Concert Association is proud to present this incredible lineup of performers for the 2025-2026 season. Read on to see the exciting performers in our upcoming season.
All concerts will be held at the Griffin Auditorium, 234 East Taylor St., Griffin, GA. Doors open at 7:00PM and concerts begin at 7:30PM. All seating is “open” with no reserve seating. The Griffin Auditorium is fully handicap accessible.
THE NEXT GENERATION LEAHY – Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Overflowing with talent, passion, and energy, this family band is undeniably rare. Inspired by the rich tapestry of Celtic, Irish, Jazz, French Canadian, Pop, Country, Swing Music, and many other styles, Next Generation Leahy infuses these influences into a fresh and vibrant sound that is distinctly their own. With each sibling a multi-instrumentalist, this show features fiddle, cello, French accordion, vocals, piano, guitar, bass, drums, and, of course, the iconic Leahy-style French-Canadian step-dancing, that lights up every stage on which they perform.
Captivating audiences with fiery instrumentals, intricate harmonies, and electrifying step dancing.
“…The Next Generation Leahy simply brought the house down!” – Paddy Malone & The Chieftains
PIANOMANIA! – Rockin’ the 1950s with Jared Freiburg – Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Rock ‘N Roll Pianist with Bass & Percussion
Jared was featured on the original 2022 cast recording of “Million Dollar Quartet”
Jared toured the world as Jerry Lee Lewis in the Tony Award-winning musical “Million Dollar Quartet”
“I am humbled and grateful to be honored this way. […] keep Rockin'” – Jerry Lee Lewis
Jared takes his audiences on a high-energy Rock N Roll thrill ride through the songs and sounds of such icons as Jerry Lee Lewis, Ray Charles, Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Fats Domino and more. Filled with electrifying piano mastery and backed up by incredible musicians, PIANOMANIA! is filled with good vibrations and a non-stop parade of Golden Oldies. These are the musical treasures that live on through generations and now they are sounding better than ever.
THE WADDINGTON BROTHERS – Thursday, November 20, 2025
4-Piece Bluegrass & Western Band
First Place at the International Bluegrass Band Competition (2023)
A sound reminiscent of the Sons of the Pioneers
The Waddington Brothers, a band of four brothers from rural North Dakota, perform what they live: music that is real to them, that takes listeners on a journey through the heart of the American West. Seth, Ethan, Jacob and Job skillfully blend cowboy and bluegrass music, creating a style that is timelessly classic and yet refreshingly new and unique. Their rich, stirring harmonies and instrumental versatility bring familiar favorites like “Old Home Town,” “Less Traveled Road,” and “Red River Valley” to life in way that is entertaining and engaging for audiences of all ages!
“…world-class musicians who connect with their audiences and bring sheer joy to those in attendance.” – Michael Burgraff, Fergus Falls Center for the Arts
GENTLEMEN’S QUARTET (GQ) – Thursday, April 16, 2026
Produced and performed by the creators of O Sole Trio & Empire Trio
The group members have collectively performed over 10,000 shows
GQ (Gentlemen’s Quartet) is a modern, elegant take on some of the most famous music ever written, fusing together multiple genres in a perfect symphony of sophistication, virtuosity, and humor. Comprised of cello/mandocello, electric guitar/bass, percussion, piano and violin, with special appearances by female vocalist Erin Shields, their concerts offer audiences a new, often deeper, way of listening to music. Featuring a multitude of musical genres, their repertoire includes selections like “Adagio,” “New York ‘States’ of Mind,” “Don’t Stop Believing,” “Rhapsody Overload,” and much more!
“…amazing virtuosity, beautiful music and tremendous personality…” – City Stage & Symphony Hall
C STREET BRASS – Thursday, September 18, 2025
Passionately committed to educating and inspiring the next generation of musicians, C Street Brass’s mission is to connect lovers of the arts from all walks of life around a highly energetic and engaging concert experience. Equally as comfortable with Baroque as they are Broadway, this brass ensemble features five of the most talented, classically trained musicians in the industry. Their concerts encompass a wide variety of genres, ranging from Frank Sinatra to Astor Piazzolla and Billy Joel to George Gershwin, and ensure that every audience member’s musical palate is satisfied.
