Music
Oct 1, 2026
Today
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The Songwriter Sessions
8pm to 10pm @
Elm Street Brewing Company
Main Dining Room
519 N Elm Street, Muncie Indiana
Cost: Free The Songwriter Sessions is a singer/songwriter showcase happening every month in conjunction with First Thursday in downtown Muncie, Indiana. The all-original showcase is hosted by members of The Fierce - Sally and Lyn Fierce, and Michelle Kinsey. This event is an intentional listening opportunity, allowing the talented artists to share the stories behind their songs and allow the listener to hear the magic of the words and music come together.
Oct 3, 2026
This Saturday
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Live Music Concert: feat. Wayne Robert Thomas, Axiologus, Evermaret, Epalpebrate
6:30pm @
Muncie Liberation Studio
Next to Chavas and China Express
1809 W University Avenue
Cost: $10 or pay what you can (pwyc) hi there will be a awesome show saturday at muncie liberation studio… If you like electronic music or would like To get your mind blown pleaseee come!! Featuring @evemaret from TN and @waynerobertthomas from indy!!
It will be some beautiful ambient works
music starts at 7, pwyc as always, be there be square!- Room 5 Piano Bar Benefit Night 7pm @ Room 5 Piano Bar 2150 W White River Blvd.
Cost: $10 Ages: 21+ Mike Martin and the Beautiful Mess and The Lennon Brothers come together for a night of fun and dancing that will benefit the Muncie Delaware County Senior Center.
Cover is $10.
Oct 16, 2026
Friday
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CornStock Music Festival
4pm to 11pm @
Elm Street Brewing Company & 7 Rock Brew
519 N Elm Street, Muncie Indiana
Cost: Free to attend! Donations welcome and appreciated on site. CornStock is the first installment of a two day music festival called the Midwest Twin Fests, brought to you by Muncie native, Ashley Gray, cofounder of the Maybelle Music Festival, professional musician and performer.
The festival will showcase local Bands and acoustic act at both Elm Street brewery and 7 rock brew, located one block apart on Race street and the Dora permit held by Elm Street allows attendees to travel between venues with properly marked alcoholic beverages.
These are lawn style concerts, attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets for seating.
This event welcome all ages and is free to attend!
All and any donations on site will still be welcomed and much appreciated!
- Live Music Concert 7pm @ Muncie Liberation Studio Next to Chavas and China Express 1809 W University Avenue
Come for live music at the Muncie Liberation Studio! Pay what you can, all funds raised going to a good cause!
Oct 17, 2026
Saturday
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The CornFlower Music Festival
3pm to 11pm @
Elm Street Brewing Company
And 7 Rock Brew
519 N Elm Street, Muncie Indiana
Cost: Free, but donations welcomed at the door The CornFlower Festival is the 2nd installment of a 2 day music festival called The MidWest Twin Fests, brought to you by Ashley Gray, Muncie native, Cofounder of The Maybelle Music Festival, professional musician & performer.
This festival will showcase local Female Musicians featuring bands and acoustic acts at both Elm Street Brewery and 7 Rock Brew, located one block apart on Race Street and the Dora permit allows attendees to travel between venues with properly marked alcoholic beverages.
This event welcomes all ages and is free to attend!
All and any donations on site will still be welcomed and much appreciated!Oct 24, 2026
Saturday
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Live Music Concert
7pm @
Muncie Liberation Studio
Next to Chavas and China Express
1809 W University Avenue
Come for live music at the Muncie Liberation Studio! Pay what you can, all funds raised going to a good cause!
Oct 25, 2026
Sunday
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Ball State Chamber Choir and Chamber Concert
3pm to 4:30pm @
Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University
Corner of Riverside and McKinley
Cost: $10 advance, $12 at door Under the direction of Andrew Crow and Kerry Glann, the Ball State Choirs present a series of concerts each year featuring a wide range of music from around the world and across the centuries. Learn more about Chamber Choir and Concert Choir.
The University’s advanced choral ensembles, Concert Choir and Chamber Choir, will open the choral season with a variety of music from around the globe and close to home.
Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office located at Sursa Hall.
Oct 28, 2026
Wednesday
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Ball State Jazz Ensembles
7:30pm @
Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University
Corner of Riverside and McKinley
Cost: $10 advance, $12 at door Enjoy a concert with Ball State Jazz! The ensembles are under the direction of Mark Buselli. This concert will highlight works from Contemporary Jazz composers.
Learn more about the Ball State University Jazz Ensembles.
Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office located at Sursa Hall.
Oct 29, 2026
Thursday
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Ball State Symphony Orchestra - Damnation to Redemption
7:30pm @
Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University
Corner of Riverside and McKinley
Cost: $10 advance, $12 at door The Ball State Symphony Orchestra is a flagship ensemble of the School of Music that performs orchestral music from a wide variety of backgrounds and time periods.
Program to include March from Damnation of Faust by Hector Berlioz, Sinfonia Concertante for Winds by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lyric for Strings by George Walker, and Finale from Symphony no. 2 by Jean Sibelius.
Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office located at Sursa Hall.
Nov 5, 2026
Thursday
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The Songwriter Sessions
8pm to 10pm @
Elm Street Brewing Company
Main Dining Room
519 N Elm Street, Muncie Indiana
Cost: Free The Songwriter Sessions is a singer/songwriter showcase happening every month in conjunction with First Thursday in downtown Muncie, Indiana. The all-original showcase is hosted by members of The Fierce - Sally and Lyn Fierce, and Michelle Kinsey. This event is an intentional listening opportunity, allowing the talented artists to share the stories behind their songs and allow the listener to hear the magic of the words and music come together.
Nov 7, 2026
Saturday
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University Choral Union, Vox Anima, and Cardinal Chorus
7:30pm @
Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University
Corner of Riverside and McKinley
Cost: $10 advance, $12 at door Under the direction of Andrew Crow and Kerry Glann, the Ball State Choirs present a series of concerts each year featuring a wide range of music from around the world and across the centuries. Learn more about University Choral Union, Vox Anima, and Cardinal Chorus.
Vox Anima and Cardinal Chorus bring together students from across our campus who represent the ideals of education and beneficence. Their fall choral concert is always a lively celebration, including the iconic Cardinal Call.
Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office located at Sursa Hall.
Nov 8, 2026
Sunday
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University Singers Fall Concert
3pm to 4:30pm @
Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University
Corner of Riverside and McKinley
Cost: $15 The University Singers, also known as "Indiana’s Official Goodwill Ambassadors," celebrate their 63rd season this year! Under the direction of Jodi Cotton-Street, the ensemble kicks off the season with its annual Fall Concert featuring songs of faith, hope, laughter, and love.
Learn more about the Ball State University Singers.
This year's show will feature songs from movies. Our 3pm show will feature an opening number with our "Singer-For-A-Day" participants. Please check out our social media if you would like to participate in "Singer-For-A-Day" and have the opportunity to perform with us! The Fall Concert is a one-hour sneak peek of what is to come in our 63rd Annual Spectacular Performance. Please join us for this tribute to the magic of Hollywood!
Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office located at Sursa Hall.
- University Singers Fall Concert 6pm to 7:30pm @ Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University Corner of Riverside and McKinley
Cost: $15 The University Singers, also known as "Indiana’s Official Goodwill Ambassadors," celebrate their 63rd season this year! Under the direction of Jodi Cotton-Street, the ensemble kicks off the season with its annual Fall Concert featuring songs of faith, hope, laughter, and love.
Learn more about the Ball State University Singers.
This year's show will feature songs from movies. Our 3pm show will feature an opening number with our "Singer-For-A-Day" participants. Please check out our social media if you would like to participate in "Singer-For-A-Day" and have the opportunity to perform with us! The Fall Concert is a one-hour sneak peek of what is to come in our 63rd Annual Spectacular Performance. Please join us for this tribute to the magic of Hollywood!
Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office located at Sursa Hall.
Nov 13, 2026
Friday
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Ball State Campus Band
7:30pm to 9pm @
Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University
Corner of Riverside and McKinley
Cost: $10 advance, $12 at door The Ball State Campus Band is a traditional concert band that provides an opportunity for music and non-music majors to participate on a limited rehearsal and performance schedule. The Campus Band is under the direction of Jeremy Harmon, director of athletic bands.
Learn more about the Ball State University Bands.
Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office located at Sursa Hall.
Nov 18, 2026
Wednesday
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Ball State Wind Symphony and Wind Ensemble
7:30pm @
Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University
Corner of Riverside and McKinley
Cost: $10 advance, $12 at door The Wind Ensemble is under the direction of LaToya Webb. Wind Symphony are under the direction of Jeremy Harmon, director of athletic bands.
The Wind Ensemble will feature music by Bakhari S. Nokuri, Yukiko Nishimura, Eric Whitacre, Kevin Day, and Benjamin Horne, as well as Kevin Day's Harp Concertino.
Kevin Day's Harp Concertino was commissioned by a consortium led by the United States Coast Guard Band, and the Ball State Wind Ensemble is proud to be a consortium member. The work honors principal harpist MUC Megan Sesma's retirement. It is a celebratory, reflective work, and we are honored to feature our own harp professor, Joanne "Annie" King, as soloist.
The Wind Ensemble will close the program with Benjamin Horne's Spiritual Symphony — winner of the National Band Association's William D. Revelli Memorial Composition Contest. This work draws on four African American spirituals: "Follow the Drinking Gourd," "Motherless Child," "Deep River," and "What a Morning."
Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office located at Sursa Hall.
Nov 21, 2026
Saturday
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Fall Opera
7:30pm to 10pm @
Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University
Corner of Riverside and McKinley
Cost: $18 advance, $20 at door Enjoy a brilliant performance from Ball State's Opera Theatre program in Sursa Performance Hall! Director Jon Truitt will be stage directing and vocal coach Cara Chowning will conduct.
This concert is “The Barber of Seville”, one of the most popular operas in the world. It’s a hilarious Rossini comedy that features many of operas greatest arias all in one show.
Learn more about the Ball State Opera Theatre program.
Tickets are sold through the College of Fine Arts Box Office located at Sursa Hall.
Nov 22, 2026
Sunday
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Fall Opera
3pm to 5:30pm @
Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University
Corner of Riverside and McKinley
Cost: $18 advance, $20 at door Enjoy a brilliant performance from Ball State's Opera Theatre program in Sursa Performance Hall! Director Jon Truitt will be stage directing and vocal coach Cara Chowning will conduct.
This concert is “The Barber of Seville”, one of the most popular operas in the world. It’s a hilarious Rossini comedy that features many of operas greatest arias all in one show.
Learn more about the Ball State Opera Theatre program.
Tickets are sold through the College of Fine Arts Box Office located at Sursa Hall.
Dec 2, 2026
Wednesday
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Ball State Jazz Ensembles
7:30pm to 9pm @
Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University
Corner of Riverside and McKinley
Cost: $10 advance, $12 at door Enjoy a concert with Ball State Jazz! The ensembles are under the direction of Mark Buselli.
This night is dedicated to the memory of the great Fort Wayne tenor player Morgy Craig. The Craig family has set up a scholarship fund in Morgy's name for a deserving BSU jazz student. The music will feature classic arrangements from the great big bands.
Learn more about the Ball State University Jazz Ensembles.
Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office located at Sursa Hall.
Dec 3, 2026
Thursday
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The Songwriter Sessions
8pm to 10pm @
Elm Street Brewing Company
Main Dining Room
519 N Elm Street, Muncie Indiana
Cost: Free The Songwriter Sessions is a singer/songwriter showcase happening every month in conjunction with First Thursday in downtown Muncie, Indiana. The all-original showcase is hosted by members of The Fierce - Sally and Lyn Fierce, and Michelle Kinsey. This event is an intentional listening opportunity, allowing the talented artists to share the stories behind their songs and allow the listener to hear the magic of the words and music come together.
Dec 4, 2026
Friday
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University Singers Holiday Festival
7pm to 8:30pm @
Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University
Corner of Riverside and McKinley
Cost: $15 The University Singers, also known as "Indiana’s Official Goodwill Ambassadors," celebrate their 63rd season this year! Under the direction of Jodi Cotton-Street, the ensemble is ringing in the holiday season with its 4th annual Holiday Festival featuring special guests and songs of faith, hope, laughter, and love.
University Singers strives to connect with the Muncie community by inviting several choirs from the area to perform their own selections and also perform a group piece with all participating ensembles. In addition, University Singers will perform their own holiday set, and it will prove to be a night filled with holiday cheer! We invite you to enjoy this inspiring event as we usher in the holiday season.
Learn more about the Ball State University Singers.
Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office located at Sursa Hall.
Dec 6, 2026
Sunday
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Holiday Choral Concert (Afternoon)
3pm to 4:30pm @
Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University
Corner of Riverside and McKinley
Cost: $10 advance, $12 at door For our annual holiday concerts, Ball State Choirs will feature 250 choral singers to honor the country's 250th with an All-American musical celebration of holiday traditions throughout our history and around our nation. Five choirs combine to surround the audience in a feast for the eyes, the ears, and the heart.
Learn more about the Ball State University Choirs and conductors Andrew Crow and Kerry Glann.
Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office located at Sursa Hall.
- Holiday Choral Concert (Evening) 6pm to 7:30pm @ Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University Corner of Riverside and McKinley
Cost: $10 advance, $12 at door For our annual holiday concert, Ball State Choirs will feature 250 choral singers to honor the country's 250th with an All-American musical celebration of holiday traditions throughout our history and around our nation. Five choirs combine to surround the audience in a feast for the eyes, the ears, and the heart.
Learn more about the Ball State University Choirs and conductors Andrew Crow and Kerry Glann.
Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office located at Sursa Hall.
Dec 20, 2026
Sunday
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"Holiday Brass"
6pm @
First Presbyterian Church
In the sanctuary; elevator available from 1st floor level.
1400 W. Riverside Ave., Muncie IN
Cost: $20 for adults; $5 for students K-College In the mood for a captivating and fun concert experience? Kick off the holiday season with Orchestra Indiana's uniquely joyful sound of brass music in a resonant space. Led by guest conductor Todd Craven, a former professional trumpet player who brings a deep understanding of the brass sound from the inside out, this program combines festive favorites, warm seasonal colors, and moments of brilliance that feel both celebratory and intimate. Whether you come for the sparkle, the nostalgia, or simply the sound of great musicians playing together, this concert offers a chance to gather and get into the holiday spirit. Cookies and cocoa afterwards!
Jan 27, 2027
Wednesday
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Carpenters
7:30pm @
Pruis Hall, Ball State University
Located behind Bracken Library
1000 N McKinley Ave, Muncie, IN 47306
Cost: $22.50 advance, $27.50 at door, $10 Youth Get ready for an incredible musical journey through the timeless hits and fascinating backstage stories of the Carpenters, one of the most beloved and influential duos in pop music history. International vocalist, entertainer and producer Helen Welch stars in "Carpenters: The Songs, The Stories," a captivating show that celebrates the music, legacy and enduring appeal of Karen and Richard Carpenter.
With her warm, velvety voice and impeccable style, Helen Welch brings new life to the Carpenters' treasured songs. Featuring over 21 Carpenters' hits, including "Close to You," "We've Only Just Begun," "Rainy Days and Mondays," and "Goodbye to Love," this show masterfully weaves together fascinating tales and anecdotes about the Carpenters' remarkable career, impact on popular music, and enduring legacy.
The show doesn't just pay tribute to the Carpenters' legacy - it reinvents it for a new era, making it a truly unforgettable experience!
Tickets go on sale Friday, August 7 at 10 a.m. Get tickets here: https://www.ticketmaster.com/ball-state-university-pruis-hall-tickets-muncie/venue/41609
Feb 3, 2027
Wednesday
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Tom Shah Ball State Jazz Ensembles
7:30pm @
Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University
Corner of Riverside and McKinley
Cost: $10 advance, $12 at door Enjoy a concert with Ball State Jazz! The ensembles are under the direction of Mark Buselli.
The Tom Shah concert is dedicated to the memory of BSU grad student Tom Shah. Tom was a gifted composer, trumpet player that was recruited by the CIA because of his ability to speak many different languages. Tom was one of the first people killed in the war on terror in the 1998 U.S. Embassy bombing in Nairobi, Kenya. This concert will feature original music by students and faculty.
Learn more about the Ball State University Jazz Ensembles.
Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office located at Sursa Hall.
Feb 19, 2027
Friday
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ForJoury
7:30pm @
Pruis Hall, Ball State University
Located behind Bracken Library
1000 N McKinley Ave, Muncie, IN 47306
Cost: $24.50 in advance, $29.50 at door, Youth $10 Forjoury is a musical extravaganza like no other. Bringing together the timeless hits of two iconic rock bands, Foreigner and Journey, the show is a mesmerizing tribute to the classic tunes that have captured the hearts of millions.
From “Don’t Stop Believin’” to “I Want to Know What Love Is,” every song is performed with the same passion and energy that made the original recordings so unforgettable. The band’s expert musicianship and dynamic stage presence will have the audience feeling as if they were experiencing a live performance by the legendary bands themselves.
Forjoury is a captivating journey through the greatest hits of two rock legends, leaving the audience exhilarated and hungry for more.
Tickets go on sale Friday, August 7 at 10 a.m. Get tickets here: https://www.ticketmaster.com/ball-state-university-pruis-hall-tickets-muncie/venue/41609
Feb 23, 2027
Tuesday
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Jazz at Lincoln Center: World On a String
7:30pm @
Emens Auditorium, Ball State University
1800 W Riverside Ave
Cost: Tickets start at $35, Youth tickets start at $18 Marking the 5th production in the Jazz at Lincoln Center PRESENTS series, guest vocalists Kate Kortum and David Marino will debut arrangements of tunes from Broadway’s most beloved productions including Hamilton, Wicked, South Pacific, West Side Story, and more in a special concert event entitled World on a String: Swinging Songs of Broadway.
For over three decades, Jazz at Lincoln Center has been a leading advocate for jazz, culture, and arts education globally. Under the direction of Wynton Marsalis, Jazz at Lincoln Center has brought the art form of jazz from the heart of New York City to over 446 cities in more than 40 countries.
The JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER PRESENTS touring initiative provides an affordable opportunity to present great jazz programming, featuring up-and-coming musicians who have been identified as rising stars by JALC. The initiative also allows for expansion of the mission of JALC "to entertain, enrich and expand a global community for jazz through performance, education, and advocacy."
Tickets go on sale Friday, August 7 at 10 a.m. Get tickets here: https://www.ticketmaster.com/emens-auditorium-tickets-muncie/venue/41132
- Jazz at Lincoln Center - Muncie 7:30pm @ Emens Auditorium, Ball State University
Get ready for an unforgettable evening as Jazz at Lincoln Center brings its vibrant sounds to Muncie! Join us at the Emens Auditorium, where the intimate atmosphere perfectly complements the soulful rhythms and improvisational magic of jazz. This is more than just a concert; it’s a celebration of music that will resonate with your heart and soul, creating memories that linger long after the last note fades.
Whether you’re a lifelong jazz enthusiast or new to the genre, Jazz at Lincoln Center - Muncie promises to captivate and inspire. So gather your friends, relax, and let the enchanting melodies transport you to a world of musical brilliance. Don’t miss out on this incredible experience—book your tickets now and be part of a night to remember!Mar 30, 2027
Tuesday
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One Night of Queen
7:30pm @
Emens Auditorium, Ball State University
1800 W Riverside Ave
Cost: Tickets start at $35, Youth tickets start at $17 ONE NIGHT OF QUEEN: A Tribute Performed By Gary Mullen & The Works returns with a brand new show, paying homage to Queen’s legendary “Magic Tour,” their final tour with Freddie Mercury which was never played in the USA. Complete with accurate costumes, staging, lighting and setlist, this show is certainly ‘A Kind Of Magic!”
For over 20 years, Gary Mullen & The Works have been performing their world-renowned ONE NIGHT OF QUEEN live concert, featuring Gary Mullen on vocals, David Brockett on guitar, Malcolm Gentles on keyboards, Jon Halliwell on drums and Alan McGeoch on bass guitar. The band will have you dancing in the aisles as they present the stage theatrics, showmanship, and music of arguably the greatest rock band of all time: QUEEN! This isn’t an ordinary tribute, this is a true Rock ‘N’ Roll experience!
Gary Mullen & The Works have performed for millions of people all over the world in over 20 countries, to sold out audiences in many of the same venues that Queen actually played. As of 2023, they are the most successful tribute band in France, playing in arenas to over 250,000 people within that year alone!Tickets go on sale Friday, August 7 at 10 a.m. Get tickets here: https://www.ticketmaster.com/emens-auditorium-tickets-muncie/venue/41132
- Jazz at Lincoln Center - Muncie 7:30pm @ Emens Auditorium, Ball State University
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Tom Shah Ball State Jazz Ensembles
7:30pm @
Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University
Corner of Riverside and McKinley
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- Holiday Choral Concert (Evening) 6pm to 7:30pm @ Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University Corner of Riverside and McKinley
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Holiday Choral Concert (Afternoon)
3pm to 4:30pm @
Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University
Corner of Riverside and McKinley
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University Singers Holiday Festival
7pm to 8:30pm @
Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University
Corner of Riverside and McKinley
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Ball State Jazz Ensembles
7:30pm to 9pm @
Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University
Corner of Riverside and McKinley
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Fall Opera
3pm to 5:30pm @
Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University
Corner of Riverside and McKinley
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Fall Opera
7:30pm to 10pm @
Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University
Corner of Riverside and McKinley
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Ball State Wind Symphony and Wind Ensemble
7:30pm @
Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University
Corner of Riverside and McKinley
- University Singers Fall Concert 6pm to 7:30pm @ Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University Corner of Riverside and McKinley
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University Singers Fall Concert
3pm to 4:30pm @
Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University
Corner of Riverside and McKinley
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University Choral Union, Vox Anima, and Cardinal Chorus
7:30pm @
Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University
Corner of Riverside and McKinley
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Ball State Symphony Orchestra - Damnation to Redemption
7:30pm @
Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University
Corner of Riverside and McKinley
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Ball State Jazz Ensembles
7:30pm @
Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University
Corner of Riverside and McKinley
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Ball State Chamber Choir and Chamber Concert
3pm to 4:30pm @
Sursa Performance Hall, Ball State University
Corner of Riverside and McKinley
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Live Music Concert
7pm @
Muncie Liberation Studio
Next to Chavas and China Express
1809 W University Avenue
- Live Music Concert 7pm @ Muncie Liberation Studio Next to Chavas and China Express 1809 W University Avenue
- Room 5 Piano Bar Benefit Night 7pm @ Room 5 Piano Bar 2150 W White River Blvd.
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