DePauw University Institute of Music

10/19/2026

🎶 DePauw University Band & Orchestra Strings 🎻

Join us for an afternoon of music as DePauw’s Band and Orchestra come together for a journey through the centuries! From Henry Purcell’s English Baroque dance music to Leroy Anderson’s Jazz Pizzicato, experience a celebration of wind and string music. Featured on the program will be Michael Kamen’s Grammy Award-winning “An American Symphony” from the film Mr. Holland’s Opus.

📅 Sunday, October 25, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Green Center, Kresge Auditorium
🎼 Craig Paré, director of bands & Orcenith Smith, orchestra director
🎟️ https://dpugreencenter.eventbrite.com/

Audience members are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to support the Putnam County Emergency Food Pantry.

✨ Don’t miss this special afternoon of music. We hope to see you there!

10/15/2026

SATURDAY (10/24@10:30AM, M2): Does your child love to dance? This creative movement workshop for ages 3–7 allows children to learn some basic dance while being supported by a caregiver. Participants will gain confidence in listening, following instructions, and motor skills in a safe, fun environment.

👪 "Parent and Me"
😎 Marcus Hayes, instructor
⏰ Saturday, Oct. 24 • 10:30–11:15 a.m.
📍 Music on the Square, 21 N. Indiana, Greencastle

To register, use QR code or email Ming-Hui Kuo ([email protected]). Free participation is limited to 10 parents and 10 children.

10/07/2026

We've had a wonderful time with guest artists this week at DePauw from Poet Laureate Arthur Sze to an international string trio! See TAKE3 "seize" the moment in Prof. Elissa Harbert's "Exploring Music in History and Culture" class...

🎶 Green Guest Artists: TAKE3
📅 Wednesday, Oct. 7@7:30PM
📍GCPA, Thompson Recital Hall
🎟 https://dpugreencenter.eventbrite.com
📽️: Video by Jackson Whited

10/07/2026

What a wonderfully high octane class this was with Prof. Elissa Harbert and TAKE3! Now on to their concert..

🎶 Green Guest Artist Concert: TAKE3
⏰ Wednesday, Oct. 7@7:30PM
📍 GCPA, Thompson Recital Hall
🎟 https://dpugreencenter.eventbrite.com
📸 Photos by Brittney Cooper University

10/06/2026

TUESDAY (10/6@7:30PM GCPA, Kresge): We are honored to have U.S Poet Laureate Arthur Sze with us today at DePauw. Free tickets here: Https://dpugreencenter.eventbrite.com

10/05/2026

🎶 Green Guest Artists: TAKE3
⏰ Wednesday, Oct. 7@7:30PM
📍GCPA, Thompson Recital Hall
🎟 Tickets: https://dpugreencenter.eventbrite.com

TAKE3’s fall 2026 tour features an all-female lineup debuting their new “Acustic” program. This trio of classically trained musicians live at the intersection where pop, rock and classical fusion collide. Described as a mini Trans-Siberian Orchestra, the ensemble is electrifying audiences across the U.S. with its classical virtuosity! ⚡⚡⚡

09/30/2026

FRIDAY (10/2@6PM Kresge): Enjoy the uplifting sound of 200 high school vocalists in concert with the combined DePauw choirs!

THIS FRIDAY! The DePauw Choirs are excited to welcome four high school choirs for a full day of music-making at our 4th annual ChoralFest. Hear performances from our high school choirs, each DePauw Choir, and the world premiere of Dr. Black’s newest piece!
Join us for our 6pm closing concert in Kresge Auditorium!

09/24/2026

The excitement is building 💓 🔥 ⏰...

💫 Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812
🌠 Rare Indiana Sighting: DePauw University, Kresge Auditorium
📆 Four Nights Only: September 24-27, 2026
🎟️ Tickets: https://shorturl.at/G8oUH
📸 Photos by Brittney Cooper