Welcome to Friends of Music at Riverside

Friends of Music at Riverside (FOMAR) was founded in 2024 in an effort to bring exceptional music to the Riverside community and surrounding neighborhoods of Jacksonville, Florida. With its focus on showcasing high-quality performances by a diverse range of world-class artists and a genuine appreciation for the people that make Riverside unique, FOMAR actively enriches the lives of neighbors and friends through music.

Our Mission

Friends of Music at Riverside seeks to share Riverside's historic and deeply-rooted musical tradition with our neighbors.

Vision

Friends of Music at Riverside, in partnership with Riverside Presbyterian Church and the Jacksonville community, seeks to create spaces and opportunities to use the power of music to enhance the lives of everyone who hears it.

Core Values

Friends of Music at Riverside commits itself to bringing excellent music to as many people as possible as an expression of our belief that music is a powerful tool for building bridges and fostering inclusivity.