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- 3 days ago15 min
Meet Composer: Tucker Fuller
Mocktails & Masterpieces: Meet Composer Tucker Fuller What inspires a composer to create something entirely new? In this episode of Mocktails & Masterpieces, Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra Music Director Matthew Kraemer sits down with composer Tucker Fuller to explore his journey into composition, the influences that shape his musical style, and the creative process behind bringing new music to life. The conversation looks ahead to the November Pulse concert, featuring the world premiere of Fuller’s Limerence, a new ICO commission. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at the composer, the music, and the story behind this exciting premiere! Join us as we celebrate the creativity and collaboration that keep orchestral music moving forward and don't miss Limerence on November 21. Tickets at https://www.icomusic.org/concerts/pulse/
- Oct 9, 202620 min
Pianist Adam Golka Returns to Indianapolis
Pianist Adam Golka joins Dana Stone for a conversation about music, life as a concert pianist, and his special connection to Indianapolis as a past winner of the American Pianists Awards. Get to know the artist behind the music as he shares insights into his craft, his performance philosophy, and what audiences can look forward to at the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra’s Shakespeare and Love concert. October 17 at 8PM Schrott Center for the Arts https://www.icomusic.org/concerts/shakespeare-love/
- Sep 24, 202616 min
Music Behind the Curtain: Shakespeare, Theatre & the Orchestra
In anticipation of the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra’s 2026–27 Story Lines season opener, Shakespeare and Love, ICO Music Director Matthew Kraemer and Diane Timmerman, Chair of Butler University’s Theatre Department, take a broader look at Shakespeare and his enduring place in our culture. They explore how radically accessible Shakespeare’s plays were across social and economic classes in their own time, how that compares with the way we experience them today, and the different schools of thought surrounding modern interpretations of his work. Buy Tickets to Shakespeare and Love on October 17 at 8PM - Schrott Center for the Arts
- Aug 20, 202618 min
From Sound to Canvas: Introducing Tanía Michelle Wineglass
Meet visual artist Tanía Michelle Wineglass for the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra’s first Creative Partnership! In this episode of Mocktails & Masterpieces, we explore Tanía’s artistic journey, her connection to music, and the inspiration behind a new collection of artwork created in response to ICO concerts. Learn how this unique collaboration brings music and visual art together—and how purchases of Tanía’s original works and prints will help support the ICO. https://www.wineglassart73.com/
- Apr 30, 202611 min
Playing the Legend: Inside The Chevalier with Brendon Elliott
What does it take to embody one of history’s most extraordinary artists? In this episode, violinist Brendon Elliott takes us inside his role as Joseph Bologne in The Chevalier—a musical play that brings to life the brilliance, complexity, and resilience of the famed 18th-century composer and virtuoso. Elliott shares how he approaches portraying the musical components of a real historical figure whose talents spanned music, fencing, and social influence. From mastering the Chevalier’s virtuosic style to connecting with the deeper themes of identity and recognition, this conversation offers a compelling look at the artistry behind the performance and Brendon's career. Don’t miss The Chevalier, presented by the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra on May 16 at the Madam Walker Legacy Center. Buy Tickets & Learn More - https://www.icomusic.org/concerts/the-chevalier-a-musical-play/
- Apr 23, 202620 min
“Sword, Symphony, Stage: The Story of Joseph Bologne”
Step inside the story behind The Chevalier in this engaging conversation between host Joshua Thompson and playwright, director, and performer Bill Barclay. Together, they explore the spark that ignited this vibrant musical play and the remarkable true life of Joseph Bologne—a virtuoso violinist, champion fencer, and groundbreaking figure in 18th-century France. Barclay shares how history, music, and storytelling intertwine to bring the Chevalier’s journey to the stage, along with insights into the work’s development and its growing success with audiences. The conversation also reflects on themes of identity, artistry, and justice that make this story resonate today. Don’t miss this behind-the-scenes look ahead of the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra’s presentation of The Chevalier on May 16 at 7:30 PM at the Madam Walker Legacy Center. Learn more and get Tickets
- Apr 2, 202619 min
Rhythm in Motion: Where Orchestra Meets Dance
In this episode of Mocktails & Masterpieces, Matthew Kraemer sits down with Dance Kaleidoscope Artistic Director Joshua Blake Carter and choreographer Sean Aaron Carmon to explore an exciting upcoming collaboration between the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra and Dance Kaleidoscope. Together, they dive into the artistic process of merging live orchestral performance with contemporary dance, highlighting a program centered on American composers. The conversation spotlights the driving energy and hypnotic textures of minimalist icons Philip Glass and John Adams, whose music forms the backbone of this innovative production. Listeners will get an inside look at how choreography takes shape alongside music, including a special discussion of Joshua Blake Thomas’s work set to Shaker Loops—with an exclusive excerpt from the piece. This episode offers a compelling glimpse into the collaborative spirit, creative challenges, and artistic vision behind bringing music and movement together on stage. Performances April 17, 18 & 19 at the Schrott Center for the Arts Learn More & Purchase
- Mar 12, 202630 min
Painting with Sound: The Colors of CHROMA - Stacy Garrop
In this episode of Mocktails & Masterpieces, ICO Music Director Matthew Kraemer sits down with composer Stacy Garrop to explore the vibrant stories behind her new work CHROMA. Inspired by the fascinating histories of colors—from the luxurious spice of saffron to the sinister beauty of Scheele’s Green and the celestial calm of cerulean blue—Garrop shares how these vivid narratives became musical sounds. Together, Kraemer and Garrop discuss the process of transforming color into orchestral sound, as well as the storytelling at the heart of Garrop’s music. Listeners will gain insight into the creative journey behind this imaginative work ahead of its world premiere with the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra. 🎨🎶 Tickets are available for this concert at https://www.icomusic.org/concerts/gardens-of-spain/ March 21, 2025 at the Schrott Center for the Arts - Gardens of Spain
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