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Flint Institute of Music

1025 East Kearsley Street
810-238-1350

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The Flint Institute of Music is a place where lives are truly transformed through the power of the arts. Whether you are interested in music, dance or drama, a wide array of performance and educational opportunities await you through the Flint Symphony Orchestra, Flint School of Performing Arts and Flint RepertoryTheatre. Edge-of-your-seat performances, standing ovations, excited students experiencing a sense of accomplishment and belonging...all are a regular part of the FIM experience.


Upcoming Events at Flint Institute of Music

Power Up Your Performance: Be Your Best On Stage Workshop Series

Thursday, May 2, 2024 from 4:30pm to 6:00pm
FIM Dort Music Center
Flint, MI
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Jazz At MacArthur Hall

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 7:00pm
MacArthur Hall, Flint Institute of Music
Flint, MI
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Flint Under the Stars: Hip-Hop

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 7:00pm
Capitol Theatre
Flint, MI
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Faculty Concert: Glen Holcomb, voice

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 7:00pm
MacArthur Hall, Flint Institute of Music
Flint, MI
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FYSO Bon Voyage Concert

Sunday, May 19, 2024 at 7:00pm
Capitol Theatre
Flint, MI
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Recent News

FIM's Floral Boutique Open for FSPA Showcase

You can purchase flowers for your favorite Showcase performer and have them ready for pickup when you arrive for the show. Celebrations Floral Boutique located at Whiting Auditorium - Scan the QR code or visit online - Choose your order - Submit…

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus Newsletter - April 6, 2024

Flint School of Performing Arts Faculty Concert - Dr. Tigran Shiganyan Dr. Tigran Shiganyan, violin - Favorite Melodies Friday, April 12, 2024 at 7:00 pm - Free Event Dort Music Center - MacArthur Recital Hall Register Now Flint…

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus Newsletter - January 26, 2024

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. Flint School of Performing Arts Seeing Stars! Benefit Friday, Feb 2 at 6:00 pm Dort Music Center For Tickets Flint Repertory Theatre Into the Side of a…

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Flint Institute Of Music Friday Focus - October 27, 2023

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. LeAnn Rimes Tonight - Friday, Oct 27 at 8:00 pm Capitol Theatre For Tickets Menopause The Musical Tonight - Friday, Oct 27 at 8:00 pm Whiting Auditorium For Tickets Loverboy…

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Flint Institute Of Music Friday Focus - October 20, 2023

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. Flint School of Performing Arts Faculty Concert - Dr. Wendy Kao Friday, Oct 20 at 7:00 pm - Free Event Dort Music Center - MacArthur Recital Hall Register Now Flint Jewish…

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Flint Institute Of Music Friday Focus - October 13, 2023

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. Flint Symphony Orchestra Journey to Germany: Brahms & Beethoven Saturday, Oct 14 at 7:30 pm Whiting Auditorium For Tickets The Rocky Horror Picture Show Saturday, Oct 14 at…

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Flint Institute Of Music Friday Focus - October 6, 2023

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. Scotty McCreery Opening act - Grace Tyler Thursday, Oct 12 at 8:00 pm Capitol Theatre For Tickets Flint Symphony Orchestra Brahms & Beethoven Saturday, Oct 14 at 7:30 pm…

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Flint Institute Of Music Friday Focus - September 29, 2023

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. Flint School of Performing Arts International Music Festival Concert Ahrensburg Youth Symphony Orchestra with Flint Youth Symphony Orchestra Thursday, Oct 5 at 7:00 pm Whiting…

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Flint Institute Of Music Friday Focus - September 22, 2023

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. Flint Repertory Theatre 'Rain on Fire Sep 22 - Oct 1 Elgood Theatre For Tickets Mott, Motown & More Celebrity Lip Sync Reunion Tour Friday, Sep 22 at 7:00 pm Capitol…

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Flint Institute Of Music Friday Focus - September 15, 2023

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. Who Framed Roger Rabbit Tonight - Friday, Sep 15 at 7:00 pm Upcoming movies: Oct 20 - What's Love Got To Do With It Nov 10 - The Fighting Temptations Dec 15 - It's A Wonderful…

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus Newsletter - September 8, 2023

The transformative power of the arts For all of Flint. Gazillion Bubble Show Saturday, Sep 9 at 2:00 & 7:00 pm Whiting Auditorium Haflah - A Celebration of Art and Culture Thursday, Sep 14 at 8:00 pm Buy Tickets Who Framed Roger Rabbit…

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus Newsletter - August 18, 2023

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. Music Around Town Friday Patio Nights at FIA Fridays thru Aug 25 6:00 pm - Free Event TONIGHT Aug 18 - FSO Family Night Aug 25 - Rodeo Drive (Rock, Country, Blues, Funk) Flint…

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus Newsletter - August 11, 2023

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. Flint School of Performing Arts Flint Youth Theatre production The Rude Mechanicals TODAY Aug 11 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm - Free Admission Dort Music Center, Atrium Garden Stage…

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus Newsletter - August 4, 2023

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. Host Families Needed Through its International Exchange Program, the Flint Youth Symphony Orchestra has hosted and been hosted by youth orchestras from France, England, Ireland, Scotland and…

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus Newsletter - July 29, 2023

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. Host Families Needed Through its International Exchange Program, the Flint Youth Symphony Orchestra has hosted and been hosted by youth orchestras from France, England, Ireland, Scotland and…

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus Newsletter - July 7, 2023

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. Music Around Town Friday Patio Nights at FIA Fridays July 7 - Aug 25 6:00 pm - Free Event TONIGHT July 7 - Julie Huginin Band (variety) July 14 - Elizabeth Reed Band (rock, blues, pop) …

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus Newsletter - June 30, 2023

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. Music Around Town Friday Patio Nights at FIA Fridays July 7 - Aug 25 6:00 pm - Free Event July 7 - Julie Huginin Band (variety) July 14 - Elizabeth Reed Band (rock, blues, pop)…

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus Newsletter - June 16, 2023

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. Flint Repertory Theatre Ragtime Jun 16 - 25 Elgood Theatre Buy Tickets Singin' in the Rain Jun 23 7:00 pm Capitol Theatre Buy Tickets Sounds of Summer July 2 7:30 pm -…

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus Newsletter - June 9, 2023

The Transformative Power of the Arts. For All of Flint. Flint Repertory Theatre Ragtime Jun 9 - 25 Elgood Theatre Buy Tickets Flint School of Performing Arts & Flint Symphony Orchestra Chamber Series Music On the Lawn Jun 9 6:30…

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Flint Institute of Music News - June 2, 2023

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. The Accidentals TONIGHT Jun 2 8:00 pm Capitol Theatre For Tickets Flint School of Performing Arts & Flint Symphony Orchestra Chamber Series Music On the Lawn TONIGHT Jun 2 6:30 pm…

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Flint Institute of Music News - May 19, 2023

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. New Website Launch on May 22nd To better serve our patrons, FIM is undergoing a major website redesign which will go live on May 22 and will be unavailable most of the morning. Going…

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus - May 12, 2023

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. Flint School of Performing Arts Festival of Dance May 13 7:30 pm May 14 3:00 pm U of M Flint Theatre For Tickets Flint Under The Stars Danielle Bollinger with The Soggy Bottom Band…

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Special Free Performance 'Festival of Strings' at Dort Music Center on May 26, 2023

Festival of Strings We invite you to an event that promises to take you on a breathtaking musical journey! Get ready to experience the magic of music as the Global Music Project (GMP) brings together talented performing artists, composers,…

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus - May 5, 2023

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. Flint School of Performing Arts Jazz at MacArthur Hall May 12 7:00 pm Dort Music Center MacArthur Recital Hall For Tickets Michael W. Smith May 12 7:30 pm Capitol Theatre For…

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus - April 21, 2023

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. Flint School of Performing Arts Faculty Concert - For the Love of Music Tonight - April 21 7:00 pm Dort Music Center - MacArthur Recital Hall To Register Sandlot Tonight - April…

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus - April 14, 2023

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. 4/20, Jokes & Jams April 20 7:30 pm Capitol Theatre For Tickets Flint School of Performing Arts Faculty Concert - For the Love of Music April 21 7:30 pm Dort Music Center -…

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus - April 7, 2023

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. Pinkalicious, The Musical April 7 7:00 pm Whiting Auditorium For Tickets Flint Repertory Theatre The Magnificent Seven April 7-16 Elgood Theatre For Tickets Peter &…

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus - March 31, 2023

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. Flint Repertory Theatre The Magnificent Seven March 31 - April 16 Elgood Theatre For Tickets Pinkalicious, The Musical April 7 7:00 pm Whiting Auditorium For Tickets FSOLive…

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus - March 17, 2023

The Stepcrew March 17 7:30 pm Capitol Theatre For Tickets Are you looking for a wee bit of fun on St Patrick’s Day? You’re in luck! The Stepcrew’s high-energy dance and magical music will light up the stage of the…

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus - March 10, 2023

Bring It On March 10 7:00 pm Movie at Capitol Theatre For Tickets Flint Symphony Orchestra March 11 7:30 pm Whiting Auditorium For Tickets Flint Youth Symphony Orchestra Concert March 12 3:00 pm Whiting Auditorium For…

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus - March 3, 2023

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. William C. Byrd International Young Artist Competition presented by the St. Cecilia Society March 4 7:00 pm Dort Music Center - MacArthur Recital Hall Free Event - No Registration…

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Student Auditions for Flint Youth Theatre Ensemble's Production of Whirligig

STUDENT AUDITIONS - THEATRE Whirligig (one-act version) by John Newman Synopsis After teenage Brent Bishop gets drunk at a party, causes a car accident, and kills a young woman, the far-reaching consequences of his actions overwhelm him.…

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus - February 24, 2023

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. FSPA Black History Month with Music, Dance and Theatre February 24 7:00 pm Dort Music Center - MacArthur Recital Hall To Register William C. Byrd International Young Artist Competition…

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Flint Institute Of Music Friday Focus - February 17, 2023

The Future is Female... FINAL WEEKEND - February 17 - 19 Flint Repertory Theatre For Tickets FSPA Faculty Concert TONIGHT - February 17 7:00 pm Dort Music Center - MacArthur Recital Hall To Register Soul TONIGHT - February 17 at…

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Flint Institute of Music - The Reviews Are In - It's Another Hit Performance From The Flint Rep

“All four actors have incredible comic timing. ...An opportunity to laugh at things that might otherwise make us cry.” -Encore Michigan "Hilarious! ...Not only topical to today's growing concern with the crippling erosion of women's…

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Flint Institute Of Music Friday Focus - February 10, 2023

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. The Future is Female... February 8 - 19 Thursday, February 9 - College Night Sunday, February, February 12 - AAPI Matinee (Asian American Pacific Islander) Flint Repertory Theatre…

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Flint Institute Of Music Friday Focus - January 27, 2023

Meet the Orchestra! Concert TODAY January 27 at 12:30 pm Whiting Auditorium For Tickets Seeing Stars! Benefit February 3 at 6:00 pm Dort Music Center For Tickets The Future is Female... February 3 - 19 Flint Repertory Theatre…

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Flint Institute Of Music Friday Focus - January 20, 2023

Glory TONIGHT - January 20 at 7:00 pm Capitol Theatre For Tickets Meet the Orchestra! Concert January 27 at 12:30 pm Whiting Auditorium For Tickets Seeing Stars! Benefit February 3 at 6:00 pm Dort Music Center For…

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Flint Institute Of Music Friday Focus - January 13, 2023

Glory January 20 at 7:00 pm Capitol Theatre For Tickets Meet the Orchestra! Concert January 27 at 12:30 pm Whiting Auditorium For Tickets Seeing Stars! Benefit February 3 at 6:00 pm Dort Music Center For…

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Flint Institute of Music

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. Glory January 20 at 7:00 pm Capitol Theatre For Tickets Meet the Orchestra! Concert January 27 at 12:30 pm Whiting Auditorium For Tickets Seeing Stars! Benefit February 3 at 6:00 pm…

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Flint Institute Of Music Friday Focus - December 24, 2022

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. With an abundance of gratitude, we wish you peace and blessings for the holidays and your new year! From the Board of Trustees & Staff of…

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus - December 16, 2022

Holiday Pops December 17 at 7:00 pm Whiting Auditorium For Tickets It's a Wonderful Life December 21 at 7:00 pm Capitol Theatre For Tickets FSPA Music Lessons Music lessons are one-on-one instruction based on the individual student's skill…

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus - November 18, 2022

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. The Who's Tommy in Concert November 18 & 19 8:00 pm Flint Repertory Theatre at The Capitol Theatre For Tickets Last Holiday December 2 at 7:00 pm Capitol Theatre For Tickets…

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus - October 21, 2022

Movie Night at the Capitol October 21 7:00 pm Capitol Theatre For Tickets FSPA Faculty Concert October 21 7:00 pm Dort Music Center - MacArthur Recital Hall Register - Free Event R.E.S.P.E.C.T. October 27 7:30 pm Whiting…

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus - October 14, 2022

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. We Can Be Heroes October 19 7:00 pm Capitol Theatre For Tickets Movie Night at the Capitol October 21 7:00 pm Capitol Theatre For Tickets Isley Brothers featuring Ronald…

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus - September 30, 2022

Spectacular Party Fundraiser to Benefit KidsTix TOMORROW - October 1 Whiting Auditorium Party Ticket KidsTix is a new program launched in conjunction with FIM’s September Spectacular and the celebration of a new and expanded FIM. A…

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus - September 23, 2022

Buy One Get One Free Today Sept. 23 through Sept. 24 at midnight Includes Death of a Salesman, Gazillion Bubble Show, BCO Pops Concert Tribute to Ella Fitzgerald, Anastasia, Flint Symphony Orchestra Rachmaninoff & Tchaikovsky,…

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Flint Institute of Music Friday Focus - September 14, 2022

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. Labor Day Blues Fest September 4 at 7:30 pm Whiting Auditorium Buy One, Get One, Half Off! Use Code: BLUES Buy now The star-studded event features performances by a legendary lineup…

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Flint Institute of Music - Feel Good Friday Newsletter - September 9, 2022

The transformative power of the arts. For all of Flint. Cars 2 September 16 at 7:00 pm Capitol Theatre For Tickets Flint Repertory Theatre Death of a Salesman September 23 - October 9, 2022 Elgood Theatre Buy now Gazillion Bubble Show…

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Flint Institute of Music - Feel Good Friday Newsletter - August 26, 2022

September Spectacular is a month of events celebrating an expanded FIM. Join us for the closing celebration Oct. 1 for the benefit of KidsTix. Oct 1 - Spectacular Party Whiting Auditorium Event Information Become A Sponsor Every…

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Flint Institute of Music - Feel Good Friday Newsletter - August 19, 2022

Late Night at the Flint Institute of Arts returns, featuring FIM's Music Around Town talent every Friday this August. August 19 - FSO Family Night with music from members of the Flint Symphony Orchestra August 26 - Canja de Boa TONIGHT Aug 19…

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Flint Institute of Music - Feel Good Friday Newsletter - August 12, 2022

TONIGHT on Silver Lake Aug 12 7:00 pm Jump in your boat and motor over to the lakefront of 15247 Curtwood Dr and enjoy an evening of music on Silver Lake featuring the Flint Symphony Orchestra. Thank you to our lake series presenting sponsor: Al…

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Flint Institute of Music - Feel Good Friday Newsletter - August 5, 2022

Late Night at the Flint Institute of Arts returns, featuring FIM's Music Around Town talent every Friday this July and August. August 5 - Pat Cronley Trio August 12 - Act of Violets August 19 - FSO Family Night August 26 - Canja de Boa…

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Flint Institute of Music - Feel Good Friday Newsletter - July 29, 2022

Late Night at the Flint Institute of Arts returns, featuring FIM's Music Around Town talent every Friday this July and August. July 29 - Eric McIntyre August 5 - Pat Cronley Trio August 12 - Act of Violets August 19 - FSO Family…

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Flint Institute of Music - Feel Good Friday Newsletter - July 22, 2022

TONIGHT July 22 5:00-8:00 pm Flint Institute of Arts Palette Cafe Patio More Information Late Night at the Flint Institute of Arts returns, featuring FIM's Music Around Town talent every Friday this July and August. -July 22 - Canja de Boa…

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Flint Institute of Music - Feel Good Friday Newsletter - July 15, 2022

TONIGHT July 15 5:00-8:00 pm Flint Institute of Arts Palette Cafe Patio More Information All Performances are free. Late Night at the Flint Institute of Arts returns, featuring FIM's Music Around Town talent every Friday this July and…

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Flint Institute of Music - Feel Good Friday Newsletter - July 8, 2022

Late Night at the Flint Institute of Arts returns, featuring FIM's Music Around Town talent every Friday this July and August. July 8 - Eclipse Band July 15 - Roger Jones Trio July 22 - Canja de Boa July 29 - Creole Jazz TONIGHT…

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Flint Institute of Music - Feel Good Friday Newsletter - June 24, 2022

Join us for four weeks of chamber music performances by your favorite musicians from the Flint School of Performing Arts and the Flint Symphony Orchestra. These outdoor concerts are on the lawn of the MacArthur Recital Hall; bring your own blanket…

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Flint Institute of Music - Feel Good Friday Newsletter - June 10, 2022

Flint Rep reinvents the classic musical. With a fresh new rewrite by book writer and lyricist Tom Jones, collaborating with director Michael Lluberes, the young lovers at the story's center are re-imagined as two young men. The Fantasticks is a…

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Flint Institute Of Music Feel Good Friday Newsletter - June 3, 2022

Flint Rep reinvents the classic musical. With a fresh new rewrite by book writer and lyricist Tom Jones, collaborating with director Michael Lluberes, the young lovers at the story's center are re-imagined as two young men. The Fantasticks…

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Flint Institute Of Music Feel Good Friday Newsletter - May 27, 2022

Flint Rep reinvents the classic musical. With a fresh new rewrite by book writer and lyricist Tom Jones, collaborating with director Michael Lluberes, the young lovers at the story's center are re-imagined as two young men. The Fantasticks is a…

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Flint Institute Of Music Feel Good Friday Newsletter - May 13, 2022

JOIN US AT 6:30 FOR A PRE-CONCERT TALK Announcing the 2022-2023 Season ~ Romantic Heroes Toccata for Percussion is a melodic, textural, and colorful composition that harkens to the root of the toccare, or "to touch." Chávez's piece…

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Flint Institute Of Music Feel Good Friday Newsletter - May 6, 2022

Sold Out Performance - Watch Live On Facebook This year, Jazz at MacArthur Hall features an evening of music from the Classic Blue Note record label. Blue Note was a trendsetting label that recorded artists such as Herbie Hancock, Freddie Hubbard,…

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