The Music Program at Moraine Valley Community College offers college students and community members many ways to achieve their musical goals. Learn more about Moraine Valley Community College Music Ensembles.
Moraine Chorale and Chamber Singers
Director: Nicholas Thomas
In its 28th season, the Moraine Chorale will feature four themed concerts, including Broadway music, patriotic, and holiday selections with a small chamber orchestra and under the direction of Nicholas Thomas. The Chorale is a community-based choir with more than 80 members, and the Chamber Singers is an ensemble featuring Moraine Valley students.
Dorothy Menker Theater | Reserved Seating
Adults $15, Seniors 55+ $12, Veterans/Under 18 $10, Moraine Valley students $5
2026-27
Merry Christmas Music
Saturday, Dec. 5 | 7:30 p.m.
Celebrate the season with Merry Christmas Music, a festive evening of choral favorites performed by the Moraine Chorale & Chamber Singers. This beloved holiday tradition features a rich selection of seasonal music, accompanied by a small chamber orchestra, for a warm and joyful concert sure to inspire holiday cheer.
An Evening at the Opera
Saturday, March 6 | 7:30 p.m.
Experience the drama and beauty of An Evening at the Opera, featuring Moraine Chorale and joined by members of the Fox Valley Opera Company and Moraine Valley voice faculty. This captivating concert showcases a stunning selection of operatic favorites, brought to life by the powerful voices of the Chorale.
Broadway, Pop, Motion Picture Spectacular!
Saturday, May 1 | 7:30 p.m.
Enjoy an unforgettable night of entertainment with Broadway, Pop, Motion Picture Spectacular! presented by the Moraine Chorale & Chamber Singers. This lively concert features a dynamic mix of beloved hits from the Broadway stage, popular music, and iconic film scores.
Choral Salute to Music of Our Nation
Saturday, July 31, 2027 | 7:30 p.m.
Celebrate the rich musical heritage of America with Choral Salute to Music of Our Nation, presented by the Moraine Chorale & Chamber Singers. This inspiring program highlights a diverse array of works that reflect the spirit, history, and cultural traditions of the United States.
Moraine Valley Concert Band
Director: Douglass Bratt
The Moraine Valley Concert Band marks its 22nd season with three exciting performances: its annual holiday concert, a March 4 celebration of iconic marches, and a spring concert celebrating themes of joy, light, and renewal through music by emerging wind band composers and more.
Dorothy Menker Theater | Free, no tickets required.
2026-27
Holiday Music and More!
Thursday, Dec. 3 | 7:30 p.m.
March Forth!
Thursday, March 4 | 7:30 p.m.
Joy, Light, and Renewal: Music That Shines, Moves, and Inspires
Sunday, May 2 | 3 p.m.
Moraine Valley Flute Choir
Director: Kyle Brown
The Flute Choir explores music from a wide range of eras and styles, showcasing the versatility and expressive range of the flute family.
John and Angeline Oremus Theater | Free, no tickets required.
2026-27
A New Voice
Friday, Oct. 30, 2026 | 7:30 p.m.
John and Angeline Oremus Theater | Free, no tickets required.
Join the Moraine Valley Flute Choir as we welcome our new director, Kyle Brown, and celebrate the beginning of an exciting new chapter! Under his direction, the Flute Choir continues its exploration of music from a wide range of eras and styles, showcasing the remarkable versatility, beauty, and expressive range of the flute family. Come hear a new voice and experience the many colors of the flute choir!
Music That Moves
Friday, April 2 | 7:30 p.m.
John and Angeline Oremus Theater | Free, no tickets required.
Experience the joy and energy of music in motion! The Moraine Valley Flute Choir presents Music That Moves, a lively program featuring marches and dances from around the world. Exploring music from a wide range of eras and styles, the Flute Choir showcases the remarkable versatility, color, and expressive range of the entire flute family. Join us for a musical journey filled with rhythm, movement, and captivating melodies.
Moraine Valley Jazz Combo
Director: Mai Sugimoto
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.
John and Angeline Oremus Theater | Free, no tickets required.
2026-27
Jazz Combo Fall Concert
Tuesday, Dec. 8 | 7:30 p.m.
Jazz Combo Spring Concert
Tuesday, May 4 | 7:30 p.m.
Moraine Valley Faculty Jazz Recital
Dorothy Menker Theater | Free, no tickets required.
2026-27
Moraine Valley Faculty Jazz Recital: Celebrating a Century of Miles and Trane!
Sunday, Oct. 4 | 3 p.m.
Moraine Valley’s jazz faculty opens the season with a special centennial celebration of jazz legends Miles Davis and John Coltrane.
Moraine Valley Jazz Ensemble
Director: Douglass Bratt
The Moraine Valley Jazz Ensemble celebrates its 30th season and director Doug Bratt’s 25th year leading the band with four exciting concerts exploring a wide range of styles from classic big band swing to soulful blues, Latin jazz to gritty funk.
Dorothy Menker Theater | Free, no tickets required.
2026-27
88th Avenue Swing: 30 Years of Big Band Classics, Holiday Hits and More!
Friday, Dec. 4 | 7:30 p.m.
The Great Wide World of Quincy Jones
Friday, March 5 | 7:30 p.m.
Spring Jazz Summit
featuring the Moraine Valley and Joliet Junior College Jazz Ensembles
Friday, April 30 | 7:30 p.m.
Summer Sunsets and Sizzlin’ Swing!
Thursday, July 29, 2027 | 7:30 p.m.
Moraine Valley Orchestra
Director: Cleo Goldberg
Students and community musicians of the Moraine Valley Orchestra delight audiences with classical music from the Baroque era to current times.
Dorothy Menker Theater | Free, no tickets required.
2026-27
My Favorite Things
Sunday, Nov. 22 | 3 p.m.
A few days ahead of Thanksgiving, the Moraine Valley Orchestra opens their concert season with a program reflecting on gratitude. You’ll hear familiar tunes from the worlds of musical theatre, folk, and jazz, as well as classics from Beethoven, Ravel, and Stravinsky.
The Secret of Genius
Sunday, Apr. 18 | 3 p.m.
“The secret of genius is to carry the spirit of the child into old age, which means never losing your enthusiasm” (Aldous Huxley). The Moraine Valley Orchestra presents a collection of works that explore the wonder and passion we find at a young age, and how we can hold onto it throughout our lives.
Sounds of Summer
Saturday, July 24, 2027 | 6 p.m. outside the Gateway
The Moraine Valley Orchestra closes their season with a summer celebration. Hear classic works, pop medleys, and dance pieces from around the world that capture the spirit of the warmer months.
Moraine Valley Percussion Ensemble
Director: Douglass Bratt
The Moraine Valley Percussion Ensemble presents its 22nd season with two dynamic, high-energy performances featuring a wide range of musical styles, groovy beats, holiday hits, rhapsodic rhythms, and tons of fun!
Dorothy Menker Theater | Free, no tickets required.
2026-27
Holiday for Percussion!
Thursday, Dec. 10 | 7:30 p.m.
Percussive Comedy and Pops!
Thursday, May 6 | 7:30 p.m.
