Melody Makers of Indiana (MMIA) will present their 2022 annual Festival Concert at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 7 in Celebration Hall (Door 2,7) at Noblesville First United Methodist Church, 2051 Monument St.
MMIA has been in existence since 1934 to enrich the community and create a bond with people throughout the state while fostering healthy relationships through the medium of music. They have performed at the Indiana Statehouse, Branson, Mo., Kennedy Center for Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., as well as many county functions. The Indiana General Assembly recognized MMIA with an official resolution commemorating its 75th year in 2009.
Currently, MMIA is comprised of members from 22 Indiana counties and is under the direction of Dr. Scott Buchanan, Director of the School of Music and Director of Choral Activities at Indiana State University. Dr. Kris Sanchack, Assistant Professor and Director of Choral Activities at Alabama State University is the accompanist.
This year’s program will include a special performance by Ted Arthur, Musical Director for Diana the musical on Broadway in New York. Arthur was the assistant conductor/rehearsal pianist for Once on This Island, a 2018 Tony Award Winner for Best Revival of a Musical. He is a native of West Lafayette, Ind.
Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students and can be purchased at the door. For more information, please call (812) 239-4378.