Steve Grismore-(www.gizmojazz.com) is a professor emeritus of Jazz Studies at the University of Iowa. A prolific performer, Grismore has been playing guitar for over 60 years and has degrees from G.I.T. (now called Musicians Institute) and The University of Iowa (B.M. and M.A.). He has recorded three nationally distributed CDs for the Accurate label (Boston)...
Featuring The Chase Beightler Trio The Chase Beightler trio consists of Ben Hollinger on drums, Tristan Gray on bass, and Chase on piano. Ben graduated from Prairie in 2026 and is now a freshmen ant UNI, studying music education with an emphasis in jazz. Tristan graduated from Washington HS and has been an active performer...
Key Change is presented by Orchestra Iowa and The University of Iowa School of Music. The series is dedicated to providing performing artists an opportunity to develop their musical vision culminating in a live performance. The 2026-27 season is focused on an in-depth exploration of the musical fugue. Key Change in Opus Concert Café is...
Your legacy matters. 💛 Join Orchestra Iowa for Planning with Purpose. Whether you're just starting to think about your legacy or already have a plan in place, these sessions are designed to give you practical information on wills, trusts, beneficiary designations, retirement assets, and more. An expert panel of local estate planning, tax, and financial...
Red Cedar Chamber Music: Cactus Quintet Red Cedar Chamber Music’s Directors and core ensemble, violinist Miera Kim and cellist Carey Bostian, will be joined by violinist Renee Santos, violist Oliver Bostian, and clarinetist Christine Bellomy to present Cactus Quintet. The program features the Mozart Clarinet Quintet, Five Dances from Gumboots by David Bruce, and a Gershwin medley arranged by Steve Shanley....
New for 2026-27! We’re on a mission to bring you the best blues around. This new series from Opus Concert Café features legendary local musicians and Iowa Blues Hall of Famers pouring their heart and soul out on stage. October's Artist is The Janeys Bryce and Billylee Janey make up a father/son roots & blues...
KCCK and OPUS Present Jack Lion Jack Lion’s members unearth the early ’00s interest in connections between jazz and electronic music and refashion it for this current era. Striking a balance between jazz composition, down-tempo break-beats, and hazy atmospherics they have made their mark as one of Iowa City’s headiest and most adventurous bands. ...
As the weather gets cooler, settle in for some hot brass at Barrels & Brass. Your Orchestra Iowa Brass Quintet will be playing the hits of the 60s, 70s, 80s, and beyond while you sip and savor your beverage flight*. Whether you prefer your barrels filled with beer, wine, or cider, Barrels & Brass is...
CR SINGS: James Taylor & Carole King Join us for another in our CR SINGS series - the music of James Taylor and Carole King. Produced by Lynne Rothrock, this series features the music of classic songwriters brought to life by a group of fantastic vocalists and a terrific band of musicians. For this installment, you'll...
CR SINGS: James Taylor & Carole King Join us for another in our CR SINGS series - the music of James Taylor and Carole King. Produced by Lynne Rothrock, this series features the music of classic songwriters brought to life by a group of fantastic vocalists and a terrific band of musicians. For this installment, you'll...
CR SINGS: James Taylor & Carole King Join us for another in our CR SINGS series - the music of James Taylor and Carole King. Produced by Lynne Rothrock, this series features the music of classic songwriters brought to life by a group of fantastic vocalists and a terrific band of musicians. For this installment, you'll...
Key Change is presented by Orchestra Iowa and The University of Iowa School of Music. The series is dedicated to providing performing artists an opportunity to develop their musical vision culminating in a live performance. The 2026-27 season is focused on an in-depth exploration of the musical fugue. Key Change in Opus Concert Café is...
