Upson-Lee Fine Arts Center

Welcome, Mr. Norton!!! We look forward to seeing you at the FAC!!!

Mr. Norton, a native of Stockbridge, Georgia, is a recent graduate of Mercer University, where he earned a Bachelor of Music Education degree. During his time at Mercer, he served as principal euphonium for both the Mercer University Wind Ensemble and the Mercer University Brass Band. He also contributed to the Mercer University Marching Band as a brass technician in his second and third years, supporting instructional efforts and fostering his passion for the marching arts.

This passion led Mr. Norton to perform on the world stage with the Troopers Drum and Bugle Corps from Casper, Wyoming, during the 2024 Drum Corps International season.

Mr. Norton completed his student teaching at Houston County High School under the mentorship of Head Director Mr. Jay Davis and Assistant Director Mr. Dillion Watkins. During this experience, he conducted various award-winning ensembles and was featured as a guest conductor with the HCHS Wind Symphony during honor band performances at both Troy University and the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Under the guidance of Mr. Davis and Mr. Watkins, he honed his instructional and conducting skills through extensive classroom experience and professional development.

In addition to his collegiate and student teaching experiences, Mr. Norton has been an active marching band clinician throughout Georgia. He has worked with programs including Jackson County High School in Hoschton, East Coweta High School in Sharpsburg, and served as a full-season visual staff member with the Houston County Marching Band in Fall 2024.

Mr. Norton is thrilled to begin his tenure as Director of Bands at Upson-Lee High School, where he will lead the Marching Knights, Concert Band, Winter Guard, and Percussion Ensemble beginning this fall.

Go Knights!

We can't wait!!! See you at the FAC!!!

See you at the FAC this weekend for "Alice in Wonderland Jr."!!!

THIS Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at the FAC, ULMS Stage Knights present Disney's "Alice in Wonderland Jr."!!! Friday and Saturday, May 2 and 3, at 7 PM and Sunday, May 4, at 3 PM. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students. Children under 5 years of age are free. TU employees are free with valid district/school ID. Come and join young Alice as she travels through the strange world of Wonderland and encounters iconic characters, such as the ever-tardy White Rabbit, the grinning Cheshire Cat, a cool Caterpillar, the wacky Mad Hatter, and the hot-tempered Queen of Hearts. This is a timeless tale that is fun for all ages!!! See you at the FAC!

There's a whole lot of holiday happening at the FAC!!!
Dec. 13, 14: ULMS Play - An Enchanted Bookshop Christmas at 7 PM
Dec. 15: ULMS Play - An Enchanted Bookshop Christmas at 3 PM
Dec. 16: ULMS Band & Chorus Concert at 6 PM
Dec. 17: ULHS Christmas Concert featuring band, chorus, drama, and visual arts at 7 PM
There is a charge for the ULMS Christmas Play ($10 adults, $5 children, TU employees free with employee ID) but all other events are FREE!!! See you at the FAC!!!

It IS GREAT to be a kid at Christmas, and we LOVED having these talented ULES kiddos perform at the UL Fine Arts Center on Tuesday, December 3. Congrats to the ULES third grade students and their teacher Mrs. Nicole Barber for treating us to a wonderful holiday concert!!! You can view all of the musical selections on the Thomaston-Upson You Tube channel at https://www.youtube.com/-USchools

It's Great to be a Kid at Christmas Performed by the Upson-Lee Elementary 3rd Grade at the Upson-Lee Fine Arts Center. ULES music teacher is Mrs. Nicole Barber.

TONIGHT at 7 PM at the Upson-Lee Fine Arts Center - TUAC's Sounds of the Season!!! This is always a FANTASTIC night of holiday music featuring local talent! Student tickets: $5 Adults: $10 in advance and $15 at the door

The Last To Defend by David Shaffer Performed by the Upson-Lee High School Band at the Veterans Day Concert on November 11, 2024, at the Upson-Lee Fine Arts Center. Band Director is Mr. Cameron...

America The Beautiful arrangement by Burly Red Performed by the Upson-Lee High School Chorus at the Veterans Day Concert on November 11, 2024, at the Upson-Lee Fine Arts Center. Chorus Director is Mr. Jer...

The Star Spangled Banner Performed by the Upson-Lee High School Band at the Veterans Day Concert on November 11, 2024, at the Upson-Lee Fine Arts Center. Director of Bands is Mr. Cam...

Song For The Unsung Hero by Joseph M. Martin Performed by the Upson-Lee High School Chorus at the Veterans Day Concert on November 11, 2024, at the Upson-Lee Fine Arts Center. Chorus Director is Mr. Jer...