Opus Concert Café

09/03/2024

Only 3 days left to get your tickets for the First Friday Jazz of the season! Tickets are just $15 and going quick so don't miss out. September 6th at 5pm

https://www.artsiowa.com/tickets/concerts/first-friday-jazz-september/

This month features The Vivian Shanley Quartet:

The Vivian Shanley Quartet performs a wide variety of music, spanning from classics you know and love to originals to hidden gems that are sure to become your new favorites.

The quartet is made up of jazz musicians from all around the state of Iowa.
-Vivian Shanley, Cedar Rapids native, has been playing bass professionally since she was in middle school.
-Kolbe Schnoebelen is a trombonist from Iowa City and is in his final year pursuing a dual Trombone Performance and Business degree at the University of Iowa.
-Lewis Kleman plays drums and is in his final year at Coe College, where he studies physics, plays drums, and runs on the track and cross-country teams.
-Jason Danielson is a Des Moines-area pianist and arranger who specializes in jazz, improvisational, and collaborative music.

08/26/2024

It's almost here! First Friday Jazz returns on September 6th.

What better way to start each month, than an evening of jazz at the Opus Concert Café. September's feature artist is the Vivian Shanley Quartet. Vivian will be playing with Kolbe Schnoebelen, Jason Danielson, and Lewis Kelman to kick off the start of a new season of First Friday Jazz.

Doors open at 4:30pm
Concert 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Get your tickets today! Shows regularly sell out. Or better yet subscribe and see all the amazing artist we have lined up for you.
https://www.artsiowa.com/tickets/concerts/first-friday-jazz-september/

First Friday Jazz is brought to you by Opus Concert Café and Jazz 88.3 KCCK-FM.

07/25/2024

Thanks to everyone who came out to see Lynne Rothrock last weekend!

Catch Lynne again this December for "Christmas with Lynne"

Back with her merry band of musicians, their brand of holiday music runs the gamut from toe-tapping and hand-clapping to nostalgic and sentimental, with just a touch of comedy thrown in for fun.

All shows are at 7:30 PM at Opus Concert Café
Thursday December 12th
Friday December 13th
Saturday December 14th

GRAB YOUR TICKETS BEFORE THEY'RE GONE!
https://www.artsiowa.com/tickets/concerts/lynne-rothrock-christmas/

07/17/2024

Catch Lynne Rothrock this weekend at Opus Concert Café as she sings the work of Dolly Parton & Linda Ronstadt.

Friday has just one seat left but there are still some available on Saturday. Grab them before they're gone!
https://ticket.artsiowa.com/5186-lynne-rothrock/5188

Lynne Rothrock will be performing songs from Dolly Parton & Linda Ronstadt at the Opus Concert Cafe Friday July 19th & Saturday July 20th!

07/09/2024

We hope to see you Wednesday, July 10th at 6PM for this ONE NIGHT ONLY concert.

07/07/2024

Something Sweet for you on World Chocolate Day

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The Key Change Series returns in 2024-25 for its fourth season, featuring French composers known for their impressionistic and lyrical styles. Created in partnership with the University of Iowa School of Music, the series features solo piano performances presented at both Opus Concert Café and Voxman Hall in Iowa City.

Key Change concerts are free to attend; tickets are required due to limited seating. Donations are encouraged to help support the program.

07/02/2024

Get ready to celebrate the music of Dolly Parton and Linda Ronstadt with Lynne Rothrock! She will be joined by Nashville guitarist Paul Binkley, Julia Andrews, Greg Kanz, Matt Alles and Rachael Brolin.

Just us at Opus Concert Café on July 19th & 20th at 7:30pm. Tickets are going fast so grab yours today! https://ticket.artsiowa.com/5186-lynne-rothrock

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About Lynne:
Singer Lynne Rothrock’s engaging mega-watt personality is as expansive as her remarkable knack for uncovering priceless, little-known musical masterpieces. Her savvy style with a time-honored classic is as warm and on-target as her easy and immediate connection with an audience of any demographic.

Lynne is as solid and nurturing as the Midwest soil that surrounds her Iowa hometown. She has a knack for making everyone around her break into smiles – whether gracing a stage with her clear, beautiful vocals and hilarious stage banter or drawing out the very best artistry from other singers.

06/18/2024

Calling all cool cats! You'll be able to groove to the beat without worrying about finding a seat with a 2024-25 First Friday Jazz Subscription.

Join us in the Opus Concert Café, in partnership with Jazz 88.3 KCCK-FM, as Orchestra Iowa brings you an eclectic mix of the Corridor's best jazz soloist and ensembles. The first Friday of every month from September thru June experience great music with great friends. Save your seat for EVERY First Friday Jazz show with a 2024-25 Season Subscription.

https://ticket.artsiowa.com/packages/fixed/807

02/03/2024

📣 Like and share the post below ⤵️ from Amy Friedl Stoner Music to be entered for a chance to win FREE tickets 🎫 to LOVE IS IN THE DETAILS💘 next weekend 🤩

Join Amy Friedl Stoner and Luke Viertel as they reflect on the intricacies of love and relationships with just their crystal clear voices blended together with piano. With music ranging from Ray Charles to Joni Mitchell, it’s sure to be an evening of laughter, love and introspection. It’s perfec...

02/02/2024

📣 ❗ NEW SHOW ALERT❗

✨ Wylde Nept will be back in Opus April 12+13! ✨

🍺 Sporting both traditional and original Celtic songs with expansive discography to boot, Wylde Nept has been one of the staple Celtic bands of Iowa since 1994 🍀 By way of snarky, goofy wit, and life-long on-stage chemistry, Wylde Nept is sure to share a wonderful evening with you 🎶

🍀 Sligo! 🍀

🔗Tickets: ticket.artsiowa.com/wylde-nept-5078

02/01/2024

01/29/2024

01/19/2024

01/19/2024

Opus will be open tonight before the concert, during intermission, and after for drinks and conversation! 🥂

Come join us! ✨

TONIGHT! OPENING NIGHT for Tosca with Cedar Rapids Opera! 7:30pm. Second performance on Sunday 2pm.

Call us at 319-366-8203 or go online to www.orchestraiowa.org for tickets to this incredible production of this Puccini masterpiece.

It's cold outside but the Paramount Theatre - Cedar Rapids is warm inside. Grab some 🍷 and enjoy an evening of the finest opera around!

01/10/2024

❗️ Now Hear This artist for March 2024 is announced ❗️

March will feature Marcy Each , an Iowan native and award winning artist! You can listen to her new album, "Ghosts of Fishermen" on Spotify 🎧

Tickets and more info: 🔗 https://ticket.artsiowa.com/4864-now-hear-this/4894-march

01/08/2024

🥶 Winter is officially here! ❄️

Offices will be closed tomorrow, but don't stress! 🎶 You can still get tickets to any upcoming Opus Concert Cafe show when you visit:
🔗 https://www.artsiowa.com/opus/

Stay warm and jazzy out there, friends! 😌🍷

01/05/2024

❗️Tonight's First Friday Jazz with Soul Sacrifice is SOLD OUT❗️

Didn't get a ticket? Don't sweat it! You can listen to the first half of the show on Jazz 88.3 KCCK-FM starting at 5pm 😉

01/05/2024

💌📣 NEW SHOW ALERT! 😍

✨ Just in time for Valentine's Day, Amy Friedl Stoner Music and Luke Viertel - Music will be in Opus for "LOVE IS IN THE DETAILS" 💘

With music ranging from Ray Charles 🎹 to Joni Mitchell 🎤, it’s sure to be an evening of laughter, love and introspection💞. This show is perfect for a Valentine’s Day night out or an evening with friends 🎶

Tickets: 🔗 https://www.artsiowa.com/tickets/concerts/love-is-in-the-details/

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12/13/2023

Will you be at Orchestra Iowa's ⭐️Holiday Spectacular⭐️ this weekend?! 🎶

Come meet SANTA 🎅 and MRS CLAUS 🤶 in Opus before the concert, during intermission and after! They'll be available for fun photo ops 📸 and, of course, to share your holiday wishlist with 😉

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12/08/2023

📣 NEW SHOW ALERT! 🤩
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Oceana Band , made up of Cedar Rapidian artists Lacie De Souza , Gerard Estella , Lincoln Ginsberg , and Erika Bailey, returns to the Opus stage with their unique blend of folk 🪕, jazz 🎺, and country🎸

Join them for TWO NIGHTS in February as they celebrate the sound of the TIDES 🌊, ever changing and everlasting ✨🎶

TICKETS 🔗: https://ticket.artsiowa.com/a-weekend-with-oceana-5046
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10/17/2023

❗️TONIGHT: Key Change #2 🎹

Doors open at 5:30pm, and admission is free! 🤩

The Key Change series is dedicated to providing performing artists an opportunity to develop their musical vision, culminating in a LIVE performance! 🎶

Come support aspiring musicians tonight:

October 17, 2023