June 8, 3:30 PM

The River

Guest Conductor, Josh Aerie

The Commons, 300 Washington St. Columbus, IN

Masks are optional


Join us on a musical journey down rivers near and far, from the Mississippi to the Danube. Along the way, we'll hear the first cuckoo in spring and experience a summer night afloat in France. The highlight of the program will be Rick Sowash's evocative Clarinet Concerto, performed by soloist Christopher Bade, with an introduction by the composer himself!
Guest Conductor, Josh Aerie.

Edward Elgar: Civic Fanfare
Rick Sowash: Father of Waters (movement III of North Country Suite)
Frederick Delius: Two Pieces for Small Orchestra 
Rick Sowash: Concerto for Clarinet & Orchestra featuring Chris Bade, solo clarinet
Johann Strauss Jr.: By the Beautiful Blue Danube, Op. 314


Adult Tickets Senior/Student Tickets

Tickets may be purchased in advance using a credit card or at the door with cash, check, or card.


If purchased in advance, you will not receive a physical ticket. Please plan to share the name of the individual who purchased your tickets at will call. If tickets have been purchased online the same day as the concert, be prepared to present your digital email receipt at the ticket table.


Adult tickets are $15, and Senior (65+)/ Student tickets are $10. Students of all ages can take advantage of this discounted ticket rate with a valid ID. Children 12 and under have free admission. Masks are optional for all attendees.


This event is made possible in part by the Columbus Area Arts Council, and the Indiana Arts Commission, which receives support from the State of Indiana and the National Endowment for the Arts.