Upcoming Events
David Briggs, organ
Monday, October 2 at 7:00 PM
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church
Organ program with the US premiere of Sonata for Violoncello and Organ
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1920)
Wednesday, October 4 at 7:00 PM
First United Methodist Church of Kalamazoo
The silent-era classic movie with a live improvised score by organist David Briggs
Friends of the Gamelan
Saturday, October 7 at 2:30 PM
Kalamazoo Public Library
(Downtown)
Traditional music of central Java in Indonesia performed predominantly with percussive instruments
Kommuna Lux
Wednesday, October 11 at 7:00 PM
Bell's Eccentric Café
In collaboration with The Clover Room
Self-described as “Odessa Gansta Folk presenting thrilling Klezmer Music”
Trail Walk with Slow Bell Trio
Saturday, October 14 at 6:00 PM
Kleinstuck Preserve
Nature-inspired improvisation at the Kleinstuck Preserve with the ambient jazz ensemble
Rahim Alhaj Trio
Sunday, October 15 at 4:00 PM
Stetson Chapel, Kalamazoo College
The Iraqi oud master joined by two amazing artists on santour and percussion
Pedro Giraudo Tango Quartet
Tuesday, October 24 at 7:00 PM
Wellspring Theater
Latin Grammy-winning ensemble celebrating the beauty and passion of the tango repertoire
Edmar Castañeda Quartet
Wednesday, October 25 at 7:30 PM
Dalton Center Recital Hall
Western Michigan University
In collaboration with the Irving S. Gilmore School of Music Bullock Series
An eclectic mix of jazz artists led by the Latin Grammy-nominated harpist
Tres Souls
Sunday, November 5 at 4:00 PM
Dormouse Theatre
The timeless tradition and vintage sound of Latin Bolero, bridging the past and present
The String Queens
Tuesday, November 7 at 7:00 PM
Comstock Auditorium
A dynamic string trio with music spanning from baroque to the Hot 100
Messiah Sing
Sunday, November 26 at 4:00 PM
First Congregational United Church of Christ
Sing-along of Handel’s Messiah with professional orchestra and soloists
On-Going Music Projects
Music in Place
Modeled after our Resonance Music Project, we asked area musicians to write pieces about meaningful locations for them in the Kalamazoo area.
“Resonance” Music Project
In partnership with the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Unveiling American Genius exhibit, local musicians created short recorded works in response to selected artwork.
2023 Past Events
Elizabeth Start (cello)
Monday, February 27 at 3:00 PM
The Fountains at Bronson Place
The cellist performs solo pieces from Bach to her own compositions
Jon Mueller / Slow Bell Trio
Saturday, March 25 at 2:30 PM
Kalamazoo Valley Museum
We kick off our 2023 season with ambient musician Jon Mueller and avant-garde jazz ensemble Slow Bell Trio.
Nick Naegele (violin)
Tuesday, April 4 at 3:00 PM
The Fountains at Bronson Place
Violinist with the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra performs at The Fountains at Bronson Place.
Yale Strom & Hot Pstromi
Sunday, May 21 at 3:00 PM
Congregation of Moses
Klezmer music "with a little horseradish on the side."
Selkie at the Dark Sky Park
Friday, August 18 at 8:00 PM
Dr. T.K. Lawless Park, Vandalia, MI
Celtic ensemble Selkie perform under the stars of the Dark Sky Park.
Migratory Music
Saturday, Sept. 16 from 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Kalamazoo Nature Center
Experience the Kalamazoo Nature Center with live music from local artists.