The 90 piece CVCB is made up of musicians from ages 18 – 80 from the Chippewa Valley. Performing a wide variety of traditional concert band repertoire to contemporary band works. The band is in its 31st season and directed by Jesse Farnlof. The concert is free to the public.
Thomas Kasdorf, piano Oriol Sans, conductor Ravel: Ma mère l’Oye “Mother Goose Suite” (1911) Falla: Noches en los jardines de España “Nights in the Gardens of Spain” (1915) Elgar: Variations on an Original Theme “Enigma”, Op. 36 (1899) Thomas Kasdorf, piano Oriol Sans, guest conductor
Nashville-based indie/folk artist Will Orchard will be in Milwaukee at Anodyne on Thursday, April 3rd. Featuring ornate fingerstyle guitar and disarmingly emotive songwriting, Orchard will be sharing the stage with Milwaukee’s own Caley Conway and Dialogues. His music has been praised as “Hush Folk Luminosity” by Glide Magazine, and has been compared to the likes […]
I was lucky enough to meet the Empire Brass as a high school student when they came to my hometown for a clinic and a concert back in 1984. Years later, I was even luckier when I was asked to join the group, becoming a member of the ensemble for 16 seasons, and getting to […]
Preble High School Show Choirs and their parents are putting on our annual Cabaret performance at 7 p.m. on Friday, April 4 and Saturday, April 5. Tickets at: https://cur8.com/projects/14623 The show is a variety show with songs, dances, and comedy sketches presented by the show choir performers. Guest performers will include Red Smith’s Sussex Street […]
During his years as lead singer and main songwriter of Toad the Wet Sprocket, Glen Phillips helped to create the band’s elegant folk/pop sound with honest, introspective lyrics that forged a close bond with their fans. When Toad went on hiatus, Glen launched a solo career with his album Abulum, and stayed busy collaborating with […]
Described as “the most compelling American group to come on the scene” (The New Yorker), the Horszowski Trio’s performances are “lithe, persuasive” (The New York Times), “eloquent and enthralling” (The Boston Globe).
Our 14th annual Community Sing features Midwest folk singers and song leaders Will Branch, Julie Thompson, and Craig Siemsen. Julie, Craig, and Will will lead the audience in a group sing featuring well known and loved songs. The Community Sing is part of a movement that started at the Ten Pound Fiddle in East Lansing, […]
Award-winning author, musician, environmental educator, and storyteller Douglas Wood presents a Community Earth Day Concert. As Earth Day approaches, enjoy Doug’s songs about nurturing your soul and connecting to the earth. Perhaps best known as the author of Old Turtle, Doug Wood has written forty books and recorded nine albums. His music evokes the beauty […]
An Evening of Flavor Awaits! Get ready for the ultimate culinary showdown at Concerts & Cuisine 2025, hosted by the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra. On Sunday, April 6, 2025, at Monona Terrace, immerse yourself in Madison’s most exciting culinary celebration of the year in support of Concerts on the Square, the soundtrack of Madison summer. Gourmet […]
Voted #1 Rising Star Male Vocalist and Rising Star Trumpeter by DownBeat Magazine! 6:00 & 8:00 Showtimes | Info at JazzCoterie.com Jazz Coterie concert series presents Benny Benack III on his Midwest Jazz Collective tour with Tyler Henderson (p), Caleb Tobocman (b), and Charles Goold (d). New York trumpeter, vocalist, and composer Benny Benack has been […]
Join Stand in the Light Memory Choir for their spring concert “Together We Shine”. Two concert times available, 10 a.m. or 6:30 p.m. Stand in the Light Memory Choir consists of people experiencing early to mid-stages of memory loss, their caregivers and volunteer singers who come together to share their love of music, performing for […]
Join Stand in the Light Memory Choir for their spring concert “Together We Shine”. Two concert times available, 10 a.m. or 6:30 p.m. Stand in the Light Memory Choir consists of people experiencing early to mid-stages of memory loss, their caregivers and volunteer singers who come together to share their love of music, performing for […]
An evening of traditional and Irish folk music. Friday, April 11 6:30 pm Doors | 7:00 pm Concert Tickets: Pre-sale tickets: $20 (through March 30) Regular on-sale tickets: $30 (available March 31) Minnesota-based duo Danny Diamond (formerly of Slow Moving Clouds, Swan Lake/Loch na hEala, and Mórga) & Brian Miller (Bua, The Lost Forty) bring together two of the […]
Prepare for an electrifying evening where opera’s elegance meets the thrill of a boxing match at Fresco Fight Night. This unique fundraiser is set to dazzle audiences with a blend of musical mastery and competitive spirit. Date & Time: April 11th, 7 PM Location: Muso Madison Ticket Link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/fresco-fight-night-fundraiser What to Expect: • Vocal Showdowns: […]
Join us on Saturday, April 12 at 1:00 PM at the Middleton High School Performing Arts Center for an afternoon of powerful rhythms, global sounds, and youth-driven musical brilliance. This year’s theme is “Be the Change,” and the concert features a dynamic lineup: internationally acclaimed steel pan artists Liam Teague and Jaden Teague-Núñez, the genre-crossing […]
Spring into music! Get ready for a delightful evening as the Beaver Dam Area Orchestra, under the direction of Erin Ebersole, presents its Spring Concert! Join us on Saturday, April 12th, 2025, at 7:00 pm at the Beaver Dam High School Auditorium (500 Gould St.) for an eclectic program with something for everyone. Admission is […]
The Choral Arts Society of Southeastern Wisconsin (CAS) will present Say It With Music – The Great American Songbook on Saturday, April 12th 7PM at First Presbyterian Church, 716 College Avenue in Racine. This nostalgic retrospective and reinterpretation of American musical genius will wrap up the CAS’s 38th season of presenting high-quality, innovative choral programs. […]
The Wisconsin Flute Festival brings together flutists and music lovers of all ages for a fun and educational event celebrating everything flute. The Festival is appropriate for participants of all ages. The 2025 Festival features Grammy Award-winning flutist Rhonda Larson, Michael Morton, specializing in Jazz and R&B, and Andra Bohnet on Irish flute. Join us […]
Prepare to be inspired at the Siena Retreat Center’s Annual Spring Concert with Peter Mayer, a gifted songwriter and performer. Known for his thoughtful and poetic songs that explore the beauty of interconnectedness and the human journey, Peter’s music creates a space for reflection, joy, and connection. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to […]
Songs of love and protest with Rebecca Lynn Redmann. Rebecca is a gifted singer-songwriter whose music resonates with heartfelt emotion and artistic depth. A skilled multi-instrumentalist, she brings life to her songs with stunning vocals, marked by an impressive range that captivates audiences and bring authenticity to every performance.
Songwriter Showcase encourages the creation and sharing of original music by regional singer songwriters. Formed by Jon Stravers Big Blue Sky ties together two of his passions: music and the natural world. The group also includes Sophia Landis, Folko Landvogt and Jason McCullick. You can also find them performing during the summer months on the […]
Ryan Casey is an acoustic singer songwriter based in Madison, WI. Growing up in Freeport Illinois, music was always an integral part of his childhood. Casey studied music at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, MI. While there, Casey met lifelong friends and musicians that would continue to influence his music to this day. Ryan can […]
In 1991, Rolling Stone called John Gorka “the preeminent male singer-songwriter of what has been dubbed the New Folk Movement.” Already active on the folk scene, his first album “I Know” produced by Red House Records in 1987 was critically acclaimed. This led to a record contract with Windham Hill and later High Street Records […]
This event is a lively spin-off of the traditional football rivalry, featuring Wisconsin and Minnesota a cappella groups facing off in a friendly competition. It will take place at the Wisconsin Memorial Union Theater on April 18th at 7 PM. Unlike a typical concert, “Battle for the Vox” will feature competitive rounds based on […]
An Easter Oratorio presented by Wausau Lyric Choir and Wausau Symphony and Band. Featuring several excellent vocalists accompanied by band and choir .. This contemporary oratorio composed by Rob Gardner, follows Christ, Mary, Peter, Mary Magdalene, Pontius Pilate, Judas, and others on their journey through the Passion, Crucifixion and Resurrection. This is a great way […]
Present Music, Milwaukee’s premiere new music group in their long-awaited Madison return, presents a contemplative program of Huang Ruo’s achingly moving A Dust in Time, a mesmerizing sonic reflection on healing and hope. A rare performance of this uninterrupted musical meditation inspired by and structured like a Tibetan sand mandala, running sixty minutes to symbolize […]
Based in Edgerton from September to May and spending summers in Sapporo, Japan, Bill Conway brings a world of experience and talent to the stage. With a repertoire that spans from originals to timeless covers—think Cash to Clash, Stones to Ramones—Bill’s solo act is a captivating mix of heartfelt music and engaging storytelling. A seasoned […]
Few bands stick around for thirty years. Even fewer bands leave a legacy during that time that marks them as a truly special, once-in-lifetime type band. And no band has done all that and had as much fun as Leftover Salmon. Since their earliest days as a forward thinking, progressive bluegrass band who had the […]
Blues in the Barn Dance with The Grouvin Brothers Get ready for a night of live music and dancing with “Blues in the Barn” at Four Winds Farm! Our cozy […]
For the first time, Madison County will perform live in the Garver Atrium on April 25th. Music starts at 8pm with doors at 7pm. The Garver Lounge will be open […]
An evening of folk music with Cassie and Maggie CelticMKE Center, Wauwatosa, WI Saturday, April 26 6:30 pm Doors|7:00 pm Concert Tickets Pre-sale tickets: $25 (through April 13) Regular on-sale tickets: $35 (available April 14) In the heart of Nova Scotia, where the salt of the sea mingles with the depth of the soul, JUNO-nominated […]
An evening of folk music with Cassie and Maggie CelticMKE Center Wauwatosa, WI Saturday, April 26 6:30 pm Doors | 7:00 pm Concert Tickets Pre-sale tickets: $25 (through April 13) Regular on-sale tickets: $35 (available April 14) In the heart of Nova Scotia, where the salt of the sea mingles with the depth of the soul, JUNO-nominated […]
Symphony Concert featuring rising young stars performing Beethoven’s Triple Concerto. Also on the bill are selections from Bizet’s Carmine and other works.
Annika Nelson is a second-year undergraduate student at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee studying under Cuban guitar virtuoso Rene Izquierdo. Coming from Plymouth, Wisconsin, she was active in the band program and played in the Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band, German Band, Musical Pit Band, and Show Choir Combo. In 2022, she was the recipient of the […]
The Arcadian Wild is a four-piece indie folk/pop group from Nashville, TN. Led by songwriters Isaac Horn and Lincoln Mick with Bailey Warren on fiddle, The Arcadian Wild confidently inhabits and explores an intersection of genre, blending the traditional with the contemporary. Combining elements of progressive bluegrass, folk, and formal vocal music, The Arcadian Wild […]
The sound and imagery of the 20th release by Chris Smither, All About the Bones, on Signature Sounds/Mighty Albert, distributed by Redeye) is as elemental as the inky black shadows cast by a shockingly bright moon. The listener is welcomed into some gothic mansion on an imaginary New Orleans street, and there in the lamplit […]
Madison singer/songwriter/storyteller says, “Don’t get mad, get singing!” John will call upon the American tradition of protest songs to pre3sent a show for our times. He has expressed compassion for people and the Earth in his many previous shows at the Wild NHog.
Come enjoy the Madison Flute Club’s spring concert “Resilience”. We will be featuring the adult flute choir, the adult chamber flute choir and the youth flute choir. The concert is free, handicapped accessible and suitable for all ages.
The Milwaukee Festival Brass will conclude its 40th Season with a concert entitled “Legendary Brass.” “The stories we tell one another are profoundly important in helping us contextualize the world we live in” said Dr. Mark A. Taylor, the Music Director of Milwaukee Festival Brass. “Myths, legends, epic tales of adventure… these all have an […]
Them Coulee Boys: With four full-length albums and an EP behind them, including 2019’s Die Happy (produced by Trampled By Turtles’ Dave Simonett on Lo-Hi Records) and 2021’s Namesake (produced by Grammy winner Brian Joseph), the band has garnered international attention and earned press in American Songwriter, Ditty TV, Folk Alley, and The Bluegrass Situation, […]