Kleinstuck Trail Walk

Our popular trail walk returns for 2026! Song of the Alvar is an improvisational ensemble based around Arabic tunings and rhythmic patterns. Featuring Mike Weis (Zelienople) on percussion, Ike Turner (Kalamazoo Drone Society) on percussion and guitar, Peter Kaiafas (Orpheus X, Middle Eastern Music Ensemble) on oud and Brian Harding (Zelienople) on reeds, this concert will be the fifth annual presentation of our “In a Landscape” series.

Partially inspired by the work of American composers John Cage and Pauline Oliveros, the movement through the landscape, the sounds of the environment and the performance of the musicians is all meant to be one seamless, holistic experience for both performer and listener.

Attendees should meet at the tennis courts behind the Maple Street YMCA. As the audience will be walking to a location without seating, we recommend wearing appropriate footwear and bringing a portable chair. The hike to the performance location takes about 10 to 15 minutes.

A $10 cash suggested donation per person will be accepted on-site.