Name: ICO at Riverside Park
Start: 2026-08-27T19:00:00
Location: Riverside Park

Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra

ICO at Riverside Park

Riverside Park

ICO at Holliday Park

Holliday Park

Step into a world of romance, wit, and enchantment with Shakespeare and Love, where music brings the Bard’s most beloved stories to life. From the sparkling magic of A Midsummer Night’s Dream Overture to the passion and drama of Piano Concerto No. 20 in D minor, K. 466—featuring acclaimed pianist Adam Golka—this program weaves together humor, heartache, and timeless love. Suites inspired by Love’s Labour’s Lost and Much Ado About Nothing complete an evening of elegance, charm, and theatrical delight.

Shakespeare & Love

Butler University

Feel the rhythm of PULSE, a program alive with energy, lyricism, and American spirit. From the vibrant colors of Concertino Cusqueño by Gabriela Lena Frank to the soaring beauty of Barber’s Violin Concerto featuring Melissa White (Christel DeHaan Legacy Artist), this concert moves with intensity and grace. The world premiere of Limerence by Tucker Fuller, and the timeless warmth of Copland’s Appalachian Spring complete a program that captures the heartbeat of a nation in honor of America250.

Pulse

Let us wrap you and your loved ones in the spirit of the season. For the first time in 10 years, the ICO, together with our professional chorus and renowned soloists, will present all three parts of Handel’s Messiah. Witness this powerful and uplifting story in the historic Indiana Landmarks Center.

Classical Christmas - Messiah

Indiana Landmarks

The ICO Christmas Sing-Along returns with a festive afternoon of music! Gather family and friends to join in singing the Christmas portion of Handel’s Messiah alongside beloved holiday carols in this joyful, interactive tradition. Whether you’re a seasoned singer or simply love the spirit of the season, bring your voice and celebrate the warmth of music together.

Messiah Sing-Along

Explore the profound beauty of the natural world and the depths of the human spirit in Nature & Soul. From the radiant lyricism of Schubert’s Symphony No. 3 in D Major to the sweeping, transcendent emotions of Mahler’s Das Lied von der Erde in Farrington’s evocative chamber orchestra arrangement, this program celebrates music that moves both heart and mind with soul-stirring intensity.

Nature & Soul

Experience the full range of sound and emotion with music that spans tradition and innovation. Hear the world premiere of Chamber Symphony by acclaimed composer James Lee III, the vibrant textures of Anna Clyne’s Color Field, and the timeless brilliance of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7 in A Major. From contemporary commissions to classical mastery, this concert celebrates the dazzling diversity of orchestral music.

Spectrum

Set sail for a cinematic adventure with Steamboat Bill, Jr., featuring Carl Davis’s dynamic score live on stage. Experience Buster Keaton’s classic silent film like never before, as the orchestra brings every gag, chase, and stunt to life in real time. A perfect blend of film history and live music, this event promises laughter, thrills, and unforgettable entertainment for the whole family.

Steamboat Bill, Jr.

ICO joins Emmy-nominated singer-songwriter, Ben Folds, who has built a remarkable career blending pop, rock, and classical music. From his work with Ben Folds Five to solo albums, holiday releases, and acclaimed collaborations, Folds is known for his genre-defying style. Folds performs worldwide both as a pop artist and alongside some of the world’s leading symphony orchestras.