Classical Music

Between the Kerrytown Concert House and the University Musical Society, an energized Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra and dozens of smaller ensembles, Ann Arbor's classical music calendar has an opus for every taste.

Wednesday

July 2009

Noon-12:30 p.m.

Chime Concert: Kerrytown Shops.

Every Wed., Fri., & Sat. All invited to play one of 100 songs, with melodies transcribed in numbers, on the 17-bell chime's numbered keys. Ambitious players can add chords. Local chimemaster Heather O'Neal demonstrates. Kerrytown. Free. 369-3107.

7:30 p.m.

Stark Raving MADrigal Singers.

Every Wed. through Aug. 26. Singers of all abilities invited to join in singing madrigals and other part songs. location TBA. Free. 973-6499.

8 p.m.

"Music in the Park": Ann Arbor Civic Band Summer Concert Series.

Every Wed. through July 22. A popular local outdoor summer tradition. The 70-year-old Civic Band is led by director Bob Gourley. Bring a picnic and blanket and relax on the grassy slopes. Lemonade and popcorn available. Tonight: "4th of July Concert," with patriotic marches, an "Armed Forces Salute" (a medley of service tunes), "Battle Hymn of the Republic," "America the Beautiful," Sousa's "Stars and Stripes Forever," and more. West Park band shell near N. Seventh and Miller. Free. 429-5301.

Thursday

July 2009

8-10 p.m.

Motor City Metro Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society.

Every Thurs. All male singers invited to join the weekly rehearsals of this local barbershop harmony chorus. ICC Education Center (behind Luther House at 1520 Hill). Free to visitors ($130 annual dues for those who join). Park on Lincoln or Baldwin. 474-1155.