Concert Series at Madison College’s Mitby Theatre Highlights May Events

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Hear great music from talented students and community members at a free Madison College Spring Concert Series May 3, 5, 8 and 10 at the Mitby Theatre.

The series features performances by the college’s orchestra, band, choral collective, big band, and jazz ensemble. Madison College Music Program gives students and community members the opportunity to perform in vibrant venues on and off-campus throughout the year, including this annual concert series. All the concerts are free and open to the public.

This series is a great chance to hear Madison College Big Band as they prepare for their Summer Germany Tour or music from around the world at the Chorale Collective and World Drumming Ensemble concert on Friday, May 3.

Madison College World Drumming Ensemble performing
The World Drumming Ensemble is a high-energy ensemble that focuses on world drumming techniques and styles.
Carolina Henneberry photo
“The Choral Collective is excited to present a dynamic program featuring songs from the movies, including Barbie, The Lion King, and The Wizard of Oz. Other works by Eric Whitacre and Samuel Barber will showcase the group's versatility
Carolina Henneberry
Madison College Choral Collective Director

Music From Barbie to The Wizard of Oz

Madison College welcomes two new musical directors this season, Madison College Choral Collective Director Carolina Henneberry and Madison College Municipal Band Director Louis Menchaca.

“The Choral Collective is excited to present a dynamic program featuring songs from the movies, including Barbie, The Lion King, and The Wizard of Oz,” Henneberry says. “Other works by Eric Whitacre and Samuel Barber will showcase the group's versatility and are sure to become some of your favorite choral pieces.”

The Madison College spring music series give student musicians and community members a chance to showcase their talent.

“The music ensembles at Madison College aim to provide quality musical experiences to our participants and share them with our audiences at no charge,” Menchaca says. “Come support the wonderful work being done by both our students and members of our greater community!”

View Madison College Music Classes and Performance Ensembles.

2024 Spring Public Concert Event Details

  • Friday, May 3 Choral Collective and World Drumming Ensemble
  • Sunday, May 5 Big Band and Jazz Ensemble at 2:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday, May 8 Municipal Band at 7:30 p.m.
  • Friday, May 10 Orchestra at 7:30 p.m.

Location

Madison College’s Mitby Theatre, 1701 Wright St. Madison, Wisconsin.

Free parking in visitor lot.

Louis Menchaca photo
“The music ensembles at Madison College aim to provide quality musical experiences to our participants and share them with our audiences at no charge. Come support the wonderful work being done by both our students and members of our greater community!"
Louis Menchaca
Madison College Municipal Band Director