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SUMMARY:DuPage Community Jazz Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 7 | 7:30 PM | Belushi Performance Hall | $9.00 / person*\nDirector: Matt Shevitz \nGuest Artist: Ingrid Jensen\, trumpet \n\n\n \nThe DuPage Community Jazz Ensemble is excited to present an evening of big band jazz featuring guest artist Ingrid Jensen on trumpet! Performing songs written by such jazz luminaries as Christine Jensen\, Eddie Harris\, Thelonious Monk\, and Michele Fernández\, the band will also be joined by this semester’s Artists-in-Residence Natalie Scharf (saxophone)\, Luke Malewicz (trombone)\, Janelle Finton (trumpet)\, and Thaddeus Tukes (vibraphone). \nThe DuPage Community Jazz Ensemble performs programs throughout the academic year as well as numerous off‐campus performances. The ensemble has accompanied guest artists such as Melissa Aldana\, Wycliffe Gordon\, Ignacio Berroa\, Carl Allen\, Dee Alexander\, Fareed Haque\, Jens Lindemann\, Victor Garcia\, and Mark Colby\, is a frequent presence at the Elmhurst University Jazz Festival\, has performed at the Jazz Showcase in Chicago\, and in 2004 was recognized by the United States House of Representatives for its work on behalf of the Armed Forces Children’s Education Fund. Its repertoire spans more than a century of large jazz ensemble compositions\, including original work from members of the ensemble. \nRead More >\nBuy Tickets >\nAbout the Director: Matt Shevitz is an in-demand musician in the jazz\, blues\, and popular music scenes of Chicago area. He has performed alongside such internationally renowned jazz musicians as Dick Hyman\, Ignacio Berroa\, Howard Levy\, Frank Capp\, and Frank Wess along with blues/roots rock guitarist Eric Lindell and Ropeadope Records artists Spare Parts. Shevitz has performed at Jazz in the Park Festival (Milwaukee)\, Waterfront Blues Festival (Portland)\, Chicago Blues Festival\, Lollapalooza and House of Blues in Chicago.  Matt is a contributor to DownBeat Magazine since 2009 with articles analyzing transcriptions of great jazz solos as well as jazz theory and effective practice habits. Matt is a professor and the Director of Jazz Ensembles at the College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn\, IL. He received a Doctor of Musical Arts in Jazz Performance degree from the Univ. of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign\, Master of Music in Jazz Pedagogy from Northwestern Univ. and a Bachelor of Science in Music from the Univ. of Oregon. \n\nRead More >\nBuy Tickets >\n*plus fees
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LOCATION:The MAC at College of DuPage\, 425 Fawell Boulevard\, Glen Ellyn\, IL\, 60137\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Wheaton Municipal Band Concert | Gala Opening Concert
DESCRIPTION:Free Concerts in Memorial Park\n7:30 pm | Memorial Park\, Wheaton\nBeginning Thursday\, June 11\, The Wheaton Municipal Band takes the stage at Memorial Park in downtown Wheaton to begin its 97th season. Directed by Dr. Bruce Moss\, the Wheaton Municipal band consistently amazes crowds with its dynamic sound and outstanding musicianship. It has the reputation of being one of the finest bands of its kind in the country. Musicians from all over the Chicagoland area audition for the coveted spots in the 89-piece band. \nEach week its fine musicians rehearse new music on Wednesday for a performance on Thursday. Every concert is different\, so make plans to attend each performance throughout the summer. The free concerts represent a collaboration between The City of Wheaton\, The Wheaton Park District\, the WMB Board and the Friends of the Wheaton Municipal Band. Step back in time and experience live music in the beautiful setting of Memorial Park in Downtown Wheaton. \nAll concerts begin at 7:30 on Thursday evenings\, but come early and enjoy a picnic in the park\, or purchase popcorn or ice cream from the Friends of the Wheaton Municipal Band. The final concert of the year is August 6th. \nAll concerts are on Thursday evening\, with two exceptions Saturday\, June 13 @ Cantigny and Saturday\, August 1 at Edman Chapel (the only indoor concert). \nNext Concerts:\nFrom Sea to Shining Sea\n\n\n7/2/2026 | 7:30 pm | Memorial Park\, Wheaton \n\n\n\nOur annual Americana concert will be packed with patriotic favorites for a 250th birthday celebration you don’t want to miss. \n\n\n\n\n\n1\,776 Scoops! Wheaton Ice Cream Social 250th Birthday Party\n7/9/2026 | 7:30 pm | Memorial Park\, Wheaton \nThe City of Wheaton in conjunction will Kilwins and Kimmer’s Ice Cream are happy to provide 1776 Scoops of Ice Cream celebrating our Country’s 250th Birthday. \nOther Upcoming Performances:\n\n\nSemper Fidelis| 7/16/26 | 7:30 pm | Memorial Park\, Wheaton \nWilliam Powers Sings!| 7/23/26 | 7:30 pm | Memorial Park\, Wheaton \nWMB at ABA| 7/30/26 | 7:30 pm | Memorial Park\, Wheaton \n\n\nAdditional Information >
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LOCATION:Memorial Park\, 225 Karlskoga Avenue\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music,Outdoor Fests
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SUMMARY:2026 Murals\, Mocktails\, & Music
DESCRIPTION:Join in the summer solstice celebration of art\, music\, and craft mocktails\nJune 20  |  2:00–5:00 PM  |  Downtown Wheaton\nEnjoy tastings of 15 unique craft mocktails throughout Downtown Wheaton… sip\, shop\, and stroll! Stop at 121 W. Wesley and witness Wheaton’s newest public art piece come to life during the event! Enjoy live music on Hale Street by the Leroy Winn Power Trio\, and the music continues at Affordable Kitchens (129 N. Hale Street) with a Silent Disco (headsets limited\, must show event punch card to access). \nReturn on Sunday for Make Music Day Wheaton in partnership with the City of Wheaton’s Fine & Cultural Arts Commission. \nEvent check-in will be from 1:00 to 4:00 P.M.\, at the DWA Office (206 N. Main Street). This event is for all ages\, and upon check-in\, guests will receive a punch card map of tasting locations with space for 15 punches (mocktail tastings). \nParticipating Businesses Include* \nAdorn512 Jewelry | Altiro Latin Fusion | Baby Doll Bakery | Billy Bricks | Bonita Bowls | DoodleBug Workshop | Extract Juicery | Ivy Restaurant | Lori Mesa Antiques & Fine Jewelry | Miroballi Shoes | Neer Beer N/A Beverage Company | Stonehouse on Hale | Suzette’s Creperie | The Guild | Wildflower Mercantile \nSee the Map > \nRead More >
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LOCATION:Hale Street\, Downtown Wheaton\, 198-114 N Hale St.\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Food/Dining,Live Music
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