Community Calendar

The Jacobs School of Music presents a viola concerto competition featuring the piece "Theme and Variations for viola and string orchestra" by Alan Shulman.

The Jacobs School of Music presents a Guest Masterclass and Recital by Ayano Ninomiya, violin.

The Jacobs School of Music presents a Faculty Recital by Jason Bergman, trumpet.

The Jacobs School of Music presents a Violin Concerto Competition.

The Jacobs School of Music presents the Bloomington Bach Cantata Project – Dana Marsh, director.

The Bloomington Peace Choir (BPC) invites you to join us as we sing in celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the Monroe County Public Library, 303 E. Kirkwood Avenue in Bloomington, IN on January 19, 2026 at 10:30am in the library atrium. BPC is a local chorus promoting peace and compassion in our communities through song. Let’s come together.

Join the City of Bloomington for the 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration event on Monday, January 19, 2026 at the Buskirk Chumley Theater. This year’s theme "Soul, Spirit, and Sacrifice: Honoring the Legacy of Coretta Scott King and the Women Who Faced America to Save U.S.," will feature community leaders, a performance by world-renown mezzo-soprano Marietta Simpson, and an inspiring keynote speech from Dr. Traci Parker.

This free, un-ticketed event will begin at 6:00 P.M. with doors opening at 5:30 P.M. For more information, please visit bton.in/mlk2026.

This event will also include the presentation of the 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Legacy Award. The award recognizes individuals, businesses, or organizations whose work reflects the values exemplified by Dr. King.

For more information, please contact Aubrey Seader, Staff Liaison, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration Commission at mlk@bloomington.in.gov or call 812-349-3433.

The Jacobs School of Music presents a faculty recital by Jonathan Oddie, historical keyboards.

The Jacobs School of Music presents a Guest Musicology Pre-Concert Lecture.

The Jacobs School of Music presents the NOTUS Contemporary Vocal Ensemble – Dominick DiOrio, director.