The Music Program at Moraine Valley Community College offers college students and community members many ways to achieve their musical goals. Featured performances include two choral groups, two jazz combos, jazz ensemble, concert band, flute choir, community orchestra and percussion ensemble. Learn more about Moraine Valley Community College Music Ensembles.
Select performances may be available to live stream for free. All Academic Music performances take place in the Dorothy Menker Theater unless noted. Chorale performances are reserved seating; all other performances are general admission.
Moraine Chorale and Chamber Singers
The Moraine Chorale celebrates the 25th anniversary of its Director Nicholas Thomas this season with four themed concerts, including Broadway music, patriotic and holiday selections with a small chamber orchestra. The Chorale is a community-based choir with more than 80 members. The Chamber Singers is an ensemble featuring Moraine Valley students.
Tickets
Adult $15, Seniors 55+ $12, Moraine Valley Faculty and Staff/Under 18/Veterans $10, Moraine Valley Students $5
Patriotic Concert
Saturday, July 29, 2023, 7:30 p.m.
The Great American Songbook
Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023 | 7:30 p.m.
Performing music by Irving Berlin, Cole Porter and many others that will get you “in the swing.”
Merry Christmas Music
Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023 | 7:30 p.m.
Join the Chorale and Chamber Singers in a concert highlighting holiday music. The concert will feature lots of hats and coats that will surely get you in the holiday spirit!
Broadway, Pop, Motion Picture Spectacular!
Saturday, May 4, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.
Featuring the best of Broadway, new and revival, and some all-time favorites.
Patriotic Concert
Saturday, July 27, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.
Join us for a moving tribute as we honor those who served our county with the best of patriotic music!
Moraine Valley Concert Band
Free admission
The Moraine Valley Concert Band presents their 18th season with three themed concerts, including our annual holiday concert, a musical travelogue celebrating the music and composers of Great Britain and Ireland, and an epic concert of space-themed music.
To obtain free tickets in the Dorothy Menker Theater, visit morainevalley.edu/fpac/tickets or call the Box Office (708) 974-5500 Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Holiday Music and More!
Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023 | 3 p.m.
Celtic Song: Music from England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales
Sunday, March 3, 2024 | 3 p.m.
Space … the Final Frontier!
Sunday, May 5, 2024 | 3 p.m.
Moraine Valley Flute Choir
Free admission
John and Angeline Oremus Theater
The Flute Choir explores flute music from a wide range of eras and styles.
To watch past performances, visit the Moraine Valley Flute Choir’s Youtube Channel.
To obtain free tickets in the John and Angeline Oremus Theater, visit morainevalley.edu/fpac/tickets or call the Box Office (708) 974-5500 Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Name That Tune
Friday, Oct. 20, 2023 | 7 p.m.
So you think you know your musicals/operas? Come test your knowledge and practice some teamwork. The Flute Choir will provide the music, and you will provide the titles. A fun evening is guaranteed.
The Sounds of Christmas
Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2023 | 7 p.m.
Come celebrate the holiday season with Christmas music played by the Moraine Valley Flute Choir.
Awakenings
Friday, April 5, 2024 | 7 p.m.
Are you a morning person? Do you enjoy watching the sunrise with a cup of coffee in your hands? The Flute Choir will be playing music that explores mornings and the general newness of life.
Moraine Valley Jazz Combo
Free admission
Comprised of both students and community members, the jazz combo celebrates a wide range of music styles such as jazz, funk, soul and Latin while exploring the art of small group improvisation.
To obtain free tickets in the John and Angeline Oremus Theater, visit morainevalley.edu/fpac/tickets or call the Box Office (708) 974-5500 Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Jazz Combo Summer Concert
Friday, July 28, 2023, 7:30 p.m.
Fall Concert
Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023 | 7:30 p.m.
Spring Concert
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.
Moraine Valley Faculty Jazz Recital Presents
Free admission
To obtain free tickets in the Dorothy Menker Theater, visit morainevalley.edu/fpac/tickets or call the Box Office (708) 974-5500 Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Night Dreamer: A Tribute to Wayne Shorter
Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023 | 3 p.m.
Join our Moraine Valley jazz faculty members as they present a musical tribute to the music and genius of saxophonist, composer and jazz icon Wayne Shorter.
Moraine Valley Jazz Ensemble
Free admission
Swinging into their 26th season, this 20-member big band explores a wide range of big band styles from classic swing to soulful blues, burning Latin jazz to gritty funk.
To obtain free tickets in the Dorothy Menker Theater, visit morainevalley.edu/fpac/tickets or call the Box Office (708) 974-5500 Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
88th Avenue Swing: Big Band Classics, Holiday Hits and More!
Friday, Dec. 1, 2023 | 7:30 p.m.
“Snap Crackle!” Celebrating the Icons of Jazz Drumming
Friday, March 8, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.
Spring Jazz Spectacular
Friday, May 3, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.
Smooth Summer Jazz
Thursday, July 25, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.
Moraine Valley Orchestra
Free admission
Student and community musicians of the Moraine Valley Orchestra delight audiences with classical music from the Baroque era to current times.
To obtain free tickets in the Dorothy Menker Theater, visit morainevalley.edu/fpac/tickets or call the Box Office (708) 974-5500 Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The MVO Moves Heaven and Earth
Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023 | 3 p.m.
Ready to give thanks to the here and now, and the great beyond, the Moraine Valley Orchestra presents “Moving Heaven and Earth” themed music to feed the soul. Hear works by the classicists and contemporaries from Bach to "Duke" in this all-inclusive concert.
What’s the News on Nationalism
Sunday, April 28, 2024 | 3 p.m.
Before “nationalism” was a buzz word for the 21st century, composers from Arabia to Poland to the Americas immersed their music in folk tunes and musical idioms of their native countries. Come listen to the Moraine Valley Orchestra present nationalist music of the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries from various countries around the globe.
Shakespeare: Between Polyphony and Cacophony
Saturday, July 20, 2024 | 6 p.m.
Outside at the Gateway
Free and open to the public. Tickets are not required.
The Moraine Valley Orchestra will play Shakespearian-themed music to heat up the audience for our "Shakespeare in the Park."
Moraine Valley Percussion Ensemble
Free admission
The always entertaining and engaging Percussion Ensemble presents their 18th season featuring two dynamic, high-energy performances filled with a range of music styles performed on xylophones, marimbas, vibraphones, drums, timpani, bongos, congas, trash cans, cowbells and pretty much everything else you can think of – including the kitchen sink!
To obtain free tickets in the Dorothy Menker Theater, visit morainevalley.edu/fpac/tickets or call the Box Office (708) 974-5500 Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Percussion Ensemble Holiday Extravaganza
Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023 | 7:30 p.m.
Percussion Comedy and Pops Night
Thursday, May 9, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.
