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Capricorn Sound Studios and Museum

Capricorn Sound Studios and Museum are part of Mercer Music at Capricorn, a multi-purpose music venue
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Mercer Music at Capricorn's mission is to leverage Macon’s music heritage to create Macon’s music future. The nearly 20,000-square-foot complex features four main components:

Capricorn Sound Studios: State-of-the-art commercial studios encompassing the historic Studio A where bands such as the Allman Brothers, Marshall Tucker, Charlie Daniels and others recorded in the heyday of Capricorn Records

, and a new, larger Studio B that is suitable for larger-scale recording, as well as concerts and special events. The studios are supported by a control room equipped with an analog, 40-channel API 2448 that was custom-built for Capricorn, as well as isolation booths and production suites. Capricorn Museum: Through digital, visual and audio storytelling, the interpretive component of Mercer Music at Capricorn informs and engages the Macon community and attracts visitors from around the world. At the heart of the 1,200-square-foot museum is an interactive listening station where visitors can sample the Capricorn Records catalog. The museum also features a retail store where fans can stock up on Capricorn-themed merchandise. Capricorn Music Incubator: Twelve rehearsal rooms over two floors that provide space for musicians to rehearse, collaborate and provide instruction. Rooms are rented at affordable rates by the day, month or year and are accessible 24/7. Offices, Co-Working Space and Meeting Rooms: Eight offices, three conference/seminar rooms and co-working space are available for rent by non-profit arts organizations, music-related businesses and creative professionals. We strive to maintain a welcoming and safe environment for our Facebook followers. We encourage you to engage with our posts and ask that you please be respectful and mindful when interacting with us and each other. We monitor and will remove any comments that are inappropriate, offensive, or contain irrelevant external links and/or spam. We reserve the right to remove any content or block any individual who does not adhere to these guidelines.

10/04/2024

Tickets are ON SALE NOW to see Americana singer-songwriter Logan Halstead perform at Capricorn Sound Studios on Dec. 4. BUY NOW:

Age is just a number, and Logan Halstead constantly reminds us of that. At just 15 years old, he wrote his first song, "Dark Black Coal," a powerful,

10/02/2024

CONCERT ANNOUNCEMENT: Americana singer-songwriter Logan Halstead will bring his country- and folk-inspired music to Macon on Dec. 4 in an intimate performance at Capricorn Sound Studios. Tickets go on sale at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 3.

10/01/2024

Happy big 1-0-0 to rock 'n' roll President Jimmy Carter! Did you know Capricorn Records helped propel the Georgia native to the presidency?

It's true. Carter was losing money and in danger of not being able to continue his campaign for president when he went to his friend, Capricorn Records co-founder Phil Walden, for help. That resulted in fundraising concerts with Capricorn artists including the Allman Brothers Band, Wet Willie and the Marshall Tucker Band. Capricorn's influence helped Carter capture a younger crowd and raise more money.

The impact was so great that the Marshall Tucker Band even played at Carter's 1977 inauguration.

Photo by Herb Kossover

09/30/2024

Dickey Betts is looking awfully pensive. What could he be thinking?

Photo by Herb Kossover

09/25/2024

Take a peek inside the old Capricorn Records office on Cotton Avenue. Those 70's vibes!

Photos by Herb Kossover

09/23/2024

On this day 54 years ago, the Allman Brothers Band released its second studio album, "Idlewild South." Tom Dowd produced the album, which was recorded at Capricorn Sound Studios, as well as studios in Miami and New York, due to the band's relentless touring schedule.

The Brothers would often test out songs on the road. "They would record maybe five songs. Then they might say, 'I don't think that song was good enough,' or I don't think that song was ready to record,'" Dowd said in "Skydog: The Duane Allman Story," authored by Randy Poe.

Photo by Twiggs Lyndon

09/17/2024

Come see what's behind this door when you take a behind-the-scenes studio tour — offered only at 10 a.m. on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

09/12/2024

Time's running out to snag your ticket to see Jason Eady perform Sept. 19 at Capricorn Sound Studios. Don't miss out! 🎟 https://hub.seetickets.com/us/event/jason-eady/capricorn-sound-studios/3063056

09/10/2024

ON SALE NOW: Join us for an intimate night of stories and songs with blues icon Bobby Rush on Jan. 11 at Capricorn Sound Studios! 🎟 https://hub.seetickets.com/us/event/bobby-rush-an-intimate-night-of-stories-songs/capricorn-sound-studios/3160915

09/09/2024

Happy birthday to the late King of Soul Otis Redding! A talented singer and songwriter known for his soulful vocal stylings, Redding also was a founder and partner of RedWal Music, a booking and management company.

Redding and RedWal co-founders Phil and Alan Walden purchased what would become the Capricorn complex with the intention of building a studio. Though Redding didn't live to see Capricorn's success, we are indebted to him and his vision.

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(The photo credit on this post has been updated.)

09/06/2024

Now this is a show we'd want to be at!

Photo by Herb Kossover

09/03/2024

We've got a movie to add to your watch list. "Triangle Park," directed by Allen Farst with music by Chuck Leavell, is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video starting Sept. 5. The film is about the Dayton Triangles playing in the first NFL game on Oct. 3, 1920, in Triangle Park. The score was recorded and mixed at Capricorn Sound Studios. We love the sound we get out of larger ensemble recordings in Studio B 🖤

08/29/2024

Happy birthday to Capricorn's chief engineer, Rob Evans! Thanks for all you do to make this an awesome place to record!

08/26/2024

Happy birthday to Paul Hornsby! After accepting a position as a staff musician at the original Capricorn Studios, Paul evolved into a legendary engineer and producer. He worked on many popular albums, including The Charlie Daniels Band's "Fire on the Mountain" and the Marshall Tucker Band's "Carolina Dreams." Historical photos by Herb Kossover

08/24/2024

We will not be offering studio tours this Saturday, Aug. 24, or Sunday, Aug. 25, but the Capricorn Museum will still be open. Hope to see you there!

08/20/2024

Join us at 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 22, as we celebrate the release of Andy Silver's new album, "fading things and things that do not fade." Andy and special guests will be playing songs from the album. You can check out his music now at http://andysilver.hearnow.com.

08/16/2024

Now is the time to record the album you've been dreaming of! We offer two professional sound studios to fit the needs of any budget, and both include an audio recording engineer and use of house equipment. Need additional musicians? We can help you with that too! Go to capricorn.mercer.edu/sound-studios to learn more and request booking.

08/14/2024

Happy birthday to the late Chank Middleton! Back in 1969, Chank worked shining shoes in a barbershop next door to the recording studio. Allman Brothers Band members would often retreat to the air-conditioned shop to escape the heat of the studio, and Chank became a longtime friend and confidant. He's pictured here with Bonnie Bramlett. Photo by Herb Kossover

08/12/2024

The Macon Film Festival is showing a documentary about one of our favorite Capricorn artists, Swamp Dogg, this weekend. "Swamp Dogg Gets His Pool Painted" will be screened at 2:15 p.m. Aug. 17 at the Douglass Theatre, followed by a Q&A hosted by 478 Creatives at Capricorn and then a concert at Grant's Lounge. Another screening will be held Aug. 18. Some of the doc was filmed in Macon, and we're eager to see what scenes made the cut! Get tickets at maconfilmfestival.com.

08/09/2024

View from the studio: Sally Jaye records a new solo album, produced by Brent Cobb and engineered by Rob Evans. Her powerhouse band included Leroy Wilson, Brian Wright, Miles Landrum, Charles Lee Gilbert and Rob Sumowski.

08/07/2024

Limited seating is available for these upcoming shows in our historic venue. Get your tickets now! https://www.seetickets.us/wafform.aspx?_act=fullsearchv3&v3=yes&s=capricorn

08/05/2024

We recently welcomed Tony Tyler to the studio, where his band recorded its debut album. “In the last seven, eight years, the Macon scene has really come back in full force, I’m just trying to be part of it,” Tony told The Macon Melody. You can catch the Tony Tyler Band at Grant's Lounge on Aug. 9.

Musician Tony Tyler returns with his band to Capricorn Studios, where his father would take him as a kid.

08/01/2024

Happy birthday to Brent Cobb! We're always happy to have you in the studio!

07/30/2024

We're cooking up something good in the studio with the Macon Music R***e! Say hi to the band: Charles Davis, vocals; Dustin McCook, guitar; Evan Bentzel, bass; Caleb Melvin, drums; and Ethan Hamlin, keys!

Address

540 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
Macon, GA
31201

Opening Hours

Wednesday	11am - 6pm
Thursday	11am - 6pm
Friday	10am - 6pm
Saturday	10am - 6pm
Sunday	10am - 3pm

Telephone

+14782575327

Website

http://capricorn.mercer.edu/

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Secure your spot to see Caleb Caudle now! 🎟 hub.seetickets.com

You can join the dozens of musicians who have recorded at the restored Capricorn Sound Studios in Macon, Georgia, where we offer two primary recording studios. Studio A, the original studio that produced some of Capricorn Records’ biggest hits, has been well-preserved to maintain the distinctive sound that was a signature of many internationally-acclaimed artists and musicians. The larger Studio B features video projection and is suitable for orchestral or larger ensemble recording, or film scoring. Complementing the two main studios are a smaller mixing studio and two vocal isolation rooms. Comment I WANT IN to get more information sent to your DMs. #CapricornStudios #StudioRecording #RecordingStudio #AtlantaRecordingStudio #MaconRecordingStudio #MusicEngineering #MusicProducing #MusicProduction

POV: You're a caring business owner who is tired of boring employee appreciation events, and you find this account. Show your employees how much you appreciate them with a private tour of Capricorn Sound Studios and Museum in downtown Macon. Our knowledgeable tour guide will share little-known history and show your staff the masterfully restored spaces where so many legendary songs were recorded. Email [email protected] to book your next tour! Event spaces also are available for rent.

'I Love My City' by CMD Styles | Macon's Official Bicentennial Anthem

We 🖤 our city! Capricorn Sound Studios is proud to be the recording studio of Macon's official Macon200 bicentennial anthem, "I Love My City," by CMD Styles . Produced by Capricorn Chief Engineer Rob Evans and Krad Gibson, the song includes the Rolling Stones' Chuck Leavell on keys.

SUSTO - "My Entire Life" [Live at Capricorn Studios]

One of our favorite bands right now is SUSTO. Here they are performing "My Entire Life," live at Capricorn Sound Studios. Their latest album, "My Entire Life," will be available July 28. Give it a listen!

Capricorn Hosts Inaugural Music Business Summit

People from across the music business recently gathered to learn from industry experts at the inaugural Capricorn Music Business Summit. Stay tuned for more professional development opportunities.

Capricorn Hosts Inaugural Music Business Summit

People from across the music business recently gathered to learn from industry experts at the inaugural Capricorn Music Business Summit. Stay tuned for more professional development opportunities. #CapricornSummit

Capricorn Hosts Inaugural Music Business Summit

Join Tinsley Ellis for "Acoustic Songs and Stories" live at Capricorn Sound Studios on Feb. 4. We have shows at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Get your tickets now! Early show tickets: https://www.seetickets.us/event/Tinsley-Ellis-Acoustic-Songs-and-Stories-Early-Show/514249 Late show tickets: https://www.seetickets.us/event/Tinsley-Ellis-Acoustic-Songs-and-Stories-Late-Show/514253

Happy New Year! "Auld Lang Syne" Arrangement - Rob Evans Guitar - Charlie Gilbert @c31983 Drums - Leroy Wilson @leroywilsondrums Organ, bass guitar, vocals - Dwayne Boswell @dwayneboswell Vocals, cowbell - Shana Boswell @thebozwellz #auldlangsyne #happynewyear #happynewyears #happynewyear2023 #capricornstudios #recordingstudio #recordingstudios #atlantarecordingstudio #atlantarecordingstudios #maconrecordingstudio #maconrecordingstudios

It's our 2nd anniversary!

How Capricorn Records helped propel Jimmy Carter to the presidency

Paul Hornsby tells how the Hour Glass got its name

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Mercer Music at Capricorn

Mercer Music at Capricorn is a multi-purpose music venue in downtown Macon whose mission is to leverage Macon’s music heritage to create Macon’s music future.

The nearly 20,000-square-foot complex features four main components:

Capricorn Music Incubator: Twelve rehearsal rooms over two floors that provide space for musicians to rehearse, collaborate and provide instruction. Rooms are rented at affordable rates by the day, month or year and are accessible 24/7.

Capricorn Sound Studios: State-of-the-art commercial studios encompassing the historic Studio A where bands such as the Allman Brothers, Marshall Tucker, Charlie Daniels and others recorded in the heyday of Capricorn Records, and a new, larger Studio B that is suitable for larger-scale recording, as well as concerts and special events. The studios are supported by a control room equipped with an analog, 40-channel API 2448 that was custom-built for Capricorn, as well as isolation booths and production suites.