Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra

Indy native Matthew Kraemer has conducted orchestras across the globe—now he’s returning home.

The ICO has concocted a reality TV-style showdown between three finalists to replace maestro Kirk Trevor.

If interviewing for a job in a packed auditorium sounds like a nightmare, be glad you’re not auditioning to be the new maestro of the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra.

Month of May festivities will ramp up to performances by rockers Sammy Hagar and Sublime With Rome, followed by the eardrum-shaking beats of NERVO, Dillon Francis, and Hardwell in the infield during the Indy 500 race itself.

New acts go on every five to 10 minutes at this charity-aiding showcase that also serves as an ADD-addled arts lover’s dream.