Community Calendar

The Indiana Wind Symphony’s “Chanson Française” concert presents a complete miniature symphony characterized by elegance, delicacy, and sweetness. The first movement begins with a slow introduction reminiscent of Haydn, followed by an *Allegretto* in sonata form. The second movement highlights the addition of a solo flute. The scherzo that follows is based on a hunting theme and leads into a lively finale in the fourth movement, bringing the symphony to a spirited close.

Charles Gounod composed *Petite symphonie pour neuf instruments à vent* ("Little Symphony for Winds") in 1885. Commissioned by his friend Paul Taffanel—flute professor at the Paris Conservatoire—Gounod wrote the piece for a wind octet plus an added flute part in honor of Taffanel. The work draws inspiration from Mozart’s wind serenades and stands as a hallmark of French Romantic wind repertoire.

The concert will also feature chamber ensembles performing additional works by French composers and music from the same period.

“Suite Dreams” is a concert showcasing a blend of sweet treats and dances, featuring compositions from various artists, notably composer Steven Bryant’s piece titled “Suite Dreams.” This work mainly reinterprets the inverted chaconne melody found in Gustav Holst's “First Suite in E-Flat,” presenting it with a dreamlike quality, as if fragmented memories of the original drifted across the stage.

July 4, 2026, marks the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence's signing. To celebrate, the Indiana Wind Symphony will host an early party featuring the concert “American Tapestry,” showcasing some of our nation's finest band composers. This historic milestone offers a moment to pause, reflect on our nation's journey, honor the contributions of all Americans, and envision the future we aspire to create for future generations. Kelleen Strutz will be the featured soloist, performing “Concerto in F” by the American composer George Gershwin.

Additionally, this concert will acknowledge the recipient of the James Calvert Outstanding Music Educator Award for 2026.

The GREATEST ELVIS CONCERT EXPERIENCE IN AMERICA is RETURNING to the Buskirk-Chumley Theater on August 21st!

Internationally recognized by Graceland and the Elvis Presley Estate, the show’s star, Matt Stone, performs the CLOSEST THING to the King in history! Matt brings a never-before-seen level of authenticity and attention to detail to his craft, CAPTIVATING audiences with flawless recreation of the King of Rock ’n’ Roll in his prime!

He’s not an “Elvis impersonator,” but a talented vocalist portraying the GREATEST ENTERTAINER OF ALL TIME in a theatrical production— and after seeing this ELECTRIFYING SPECTACLE, you’ll remember ELVIS THE ICON, and forget the punchline.

He has earned the approval of Elvis’ friends and family, who have said:

“When I heard [Matt]… now if I close my eyes that’s Elvis! It touched my heart. The only person I ever heard sing like that was my brother, and [Matt] was real close—SCARY— that’s how close it was.” -Billy Stanley (Elvis’ Step Brother)

“Matt is incredibly gifted & handsome, with incredible energy and sex appeal.” – Joyce Bova (Longtime Elvis Girlfriend)

He has even been heard on SiriusXM’s ELVIS RADIO!

Backed by a sensational all-star band, Matt Stone MESMERIZES fans into blue-suede bliss as they’re HYPNOTIZED into thinking Elvis is BACK IN THE BUILDING at the PEAK of his prowess!