Columbia State Community College welcomes Ryan and Ryan to the Cherry Theater on March 13 as part of the Performance Series sponsored by First Farmers and Merchants Bank.

Ryan and Ryan are a dynamic father-son piano duo that draws upon classic and contemporary music to create enthralling concert experiences. Their expertise in classical, jazz, ragtime and funk allows them to create exciting new music and give fresh interpretations of old.

As a performing team, Donald and Barron amaze audiences with their skill, expressiveness, and love of making music. Ryan and Ryan are a proven hit with audiences of all generations. Their inventiveness, infectiousness, skill and general joy of life make for irresistibly engaging performances. To sum it up, they make music that inspires.

“Join us for a heartfelt tribute to Gershwin as we welcome Ryan and Ryan to the beautiful Cherry Theater!” said Tammy Rosson, Columbia State director of events and alumni relations. “This talented father-son duo will bring timeless melodies to life on two grand pianos; a first for the Performance Series. Reserve your seats today for this compelling performance sharing the joy of music across generations.”

Tickets for each performance are priced at $35 and include all fees. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit ColumbiaState.edu/PerformanceSeries. Individuals may also contact the Performance Series ticket line at 931.540.2879, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

On performance nights, the box office opens at 6 p.m. in the Kenneth and Ramona Cherry Theater, located in the Waymon L. Hickman Building on the Columbia Campus. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and all shows begin at 7 p.m. The Columbia Campus is located at 1665 Hampshire Pike in Columbia.

For more information, visit www.ColumbiaState.edu/PerformanceSeries.