Indianapolis Liederkranz

2017 Weihnachtskonzert (evening)
2017-12-10 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | IN
The Indianapolis Liederkranz is proud to present the 2017 Weihnachtskonzert! (for the English-speaking folks, that’s Christmas concert)
Over the last few years we have added so much to this much beloved concert. The concert features performances by the Bell Choir, the Brass Band, small ensembles, storytellers and, of course, the men’s choir and Damenchor. This is not only a crowd favorite concert but a club favorite as well. The choirs only perform together at this concert and we really love it.
Because it is such a popular concert we will have 2 performances and we strongly recommend purchasing your tickets in advance!

If you would rather call for your reservations, please call Christine Gehlhausen at 317-443-4341 to make your reservations.
Light snacks, coffee and hot chocolate will be provided prior to each performance. Drinks will also be available for purchase at the bar.

2017 Weihnachtskonzert (matinee)
2017-12-10 15:00 - 17:00 | IN
The Indianapolis Liederkranz is proud to present the 2017 Weihnachtskonzert! (for the English-speaking folks, that’s Christmas concert)
Over the last few years we have added so much to this much beloved concert. The concert features performances by the Bell Choir, the Brass Band, small ensembles, storytellers and, of course, the men’s choir and Damenchor. This is not only a crowd favorite concert but a club favorite as well. The choirs only perform together at this concert and we really love it.
Because it is such a popular concert we will have 2 performances and we strongly recommend purchasing your tickets in advance!

If you would prefer to make purchase your tickets via phone, please call Christine Gehlhausen at 317-443-4341 to make your reservations.
Light snacks, coffee and hot chocolate will be provided prior to each performance. Drinks will also be available for purchase at the bar.

Children's Christmas Party
2017-12-03 14:00 - 16:00 | IN
Christmas time is such a special time at the Liederkranz. It is a time for us to gather together to celebrate our family and our faith. Part of our celebration includes our children’s Christmas party! We sing together, we do crafts, we have snacks and we even have a special visitor from the North! We would love for you to bring the little ones in your life and join us for this festive occasion.
This event is free and open to the public.

Damenchor Bunter Abend
2017-11-18 18:00 - 23:00 | IN
Please join us for Bunter Abend as the Indianapolis Liederkranz Damenchor celebrates our 20th anniversary season! We’re dusting off some old favorites and throwing in some new surprises. You won’t want to miss it!
We’ll also be serving a full German dinner as part of the night. Enjoy rouladen, chicken with cream sauce, green beans, parsley potatoes, rotkraut, spaetzle, and mouth-watering desserts all handmade and served to you by the ladies of the Damenchor.
Doors open at 6:00pm. Dinner will be served at 6:30pm and the concert begins at 8:00pm.
For reservations, please call 317-783-1433 or email Margit Ball.

Men's Fall Konzert und Tanz
2017-11-04 18:30 - 23:00 | IN
Come celebrate the 500th anniversary of the Reformation with us! We will have a special guest performance by the Liederkranz Bell Choir. Bring the whole family out for a great night of music, food, and dancing!
Food is available for purchase a la carte and our fully stocked bar will be open throughout the evening. Our dance band is none other than the Original Alpine Express!
Doors open at 6:30
Tickets are just $10.
Only $5 for Liederkranz members and for students.
Children under 12 are FREE!
For tickets call 317-782-9216
Free parking available in the F.O.P. parking lot on S. McKim Street or the Ivy Tech parking lot on S. Oriental Street.

Oktoberfest 2017!
2017-10-07 18:00 - 23:00 | Indianapolis Liederkranz, 1417 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46201-3846, United States
Join us for some dancing, music and beer at Indianapolis Liederkranz’s annual Oktoberfest! Admission is FREE!
Our very own Indianapolis Liederkranz Brass Band will provide the entertainment.
Our menu will feature bratwurst, smoked sausage, smoked pork chops, sauerkraut, and German potato salad. We also will have our usual selection of German beers, including Oktoberfest.
Ever wondered what Oktoberfest is all about? Check out this brief history.

First Rehearsal for the 2017-2018 Season
2017-09-06 19:15 - 21:15 | IN
Come out and join us on our first night back! We’re always excited to see each other after a nice summer to sing together again. We would love to see you, too! The women practice at 7:15 pm followed by the men at 8:15 pm.
You bring the voice, we’ll teach the German!

Sommerfest 2017!
2017-08-05 17:00 - 22:00 | German Park, 8600 S Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN, 46217, United States
It’s that time of year again… join us at German Park for for annual Sommerfest! It’s a great time to celebrate summer, catch up with old friends, make new ones and help support the club.
Enjoy great food, good beer and fun music.
Gates open at 5pm!
Admission to the festival is just $5 and kids 12 and under are free.

Tunesmith Murphy with Tim Wright
2017-06-10 19:30 - 21:30 | Indianapolis Liederkranz, 1417 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46201-3846, United States
Tunesmith Murphy with Tim Wright
Saturday, June 10th at 7:30 pm
Liederkranz Performance Center
1417 E. Washington Street

Indianapolis, IN 46201
Tickets are just $10! (children under 10 are FREE)

In addition to Tim Wright of the Wright Brothers, those familiar with the Liederkranz will recognize our own Loesje Chandler on the keyboard, David Hartman (of the Men’s Choir) on guitar and guest vocalist Carola Clark of the Damenchor.

For ticket information, please call 317-782-9216.

Damenchor Maifest!
2017-05-06 18:00 - 23:30 | IN
Join the Damenchor for our annual Maifest konzert und tanz to celebrate spring!
Tickets are $25.00
Ticket price includes a full dinner, our concert and a dance. Full cash bar is also available. There’s no better deal in town!

Menu: Rouladen (German Beef Rolls), Chicken Breast mit cream sauce, Spätzle (homemade noodles), Rotkraut (red cabbage), Green Beans Almondine, Parsley Potatoes, roll, desserts and coffee.
All food is prepared with care and served with love by members of our Damenchor.

Men's Spring Konzert und Tanz
2017-04-08 18:30 - 23:30 | IN
It’s time to make plans to come to the Indianapolis Liederkranz spring concert and dance! Every April is our anniversary concert and this year will mark 145 years of celebrating German culture and heritage through song.
You can always count on good German food at our events. This evening’s menu will feature Bratwurst, Sauerkraut and Kartoffelsalat (potato salad) available à la carte. The bar will also be serving up your favorites.
Doors open at 6:30 and the concert starts at 8:00 with dance immediately following.
Admission is $10.00 for non-members and $5.00 for members and students.
For information or to make reservations please call 317-782-9216 or email info@indyliederkranz.org.
Free parking available in the F.O.P. parking lot on S. McKim Street or the Ivy Tech parking lot on S. Oriental Street.

Southern Folk Music with Allie Burbrink & Frank Lee
2017-03-25 19:00 - 21:30 | IN
The Indianapolis Liederkranz is excited to welcome back Allie Burbrink & Frank Lee!
Frank and Allie are thrilled to return to the Liederkranz after a busy year of working in their duo and in their string band The Freight Hoppers.

A founding member of The Freight Hoppers, Frank has shared his passion for old-time music throughout the United States and Canada as well as northern Europe. He presents a range of old-time music spanning from the Mississippi Delta’s raw blues to the South’s hillbilly music recorded in the 1920s. Banjo players all over the world study and emulate Frank’s signature clawhammer sound.

Allie Burbrink cut her musical teeth as a founding member of The Whipstitch Sallies, a bluegrass-influenced band from Indiana. She now plays guitar with The Freight Hoppers and teaches bluegrass jamming classes through the Wernick Method.
Doors open at 7pm. Show starts at 8pm.
Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for guests under 18.
Food and beverages are available for purchase.

St. Paddy's Party with Pat Grant
2017-03-10 19:00 | IN
Everyone is Irish for St. Patrick’s Day!
Come join us to hear our very own Irish tenor, Pat Grant, sing some classics of the Emerald Isle.
Tickets are just $10. Doors open at 6:30pm, with food available for purchase at 7pm (and of course, the cash bar!). Pat will start the show at 8pm.
Please take note that this show is on Friday night, not Saturday as it has been in the past.
Be sure to grab a drink and be prepared to sing along!
Call 317-782-9216 for tickets. Parking is available in the FOP lot on the east side of the building or the Ivy Tech parking lot on South Oriental Street.

Bockbier Fest
2017-02-25 18:00 | IN
Help support the Indianapolis Liederkranz at our first fundraising event of 2017!
Join us for some beer, music, food and dancing… it’s what (German) life is all about! Bockbier fests are a spring tradition in Germany.
One of our favorite bands, Alpine Express, will be providing the entertainment!
Admission to this event is FREE! Bring your friends! Buy some food and drink! Make a donation to fund our mission of perpetuating German culture in our community!
Menu to include (but not limited to): wurst, potato salad, kraut, smoked pork chops.
Featured craft bier: Roggenschnizzle by Bier Brewery in Indianapolis
Featured bottled biers: Paulaner Salvator, Spaten Optimator, Ein Becker Mai Bock, Augustiner Bräu Maximator

Das Bell Konzert
2017-02-12 15:00 | IN
Please join the Indianapolis Liederkranz Bell Choir for their annual concert. Just like last year, admission is FREE! We gladly accept donations toward the purchase of new music and equipment.
Doors will open at 2:30pm, and because the Liederkranz loves you, we will happily provide a few cookies for you to snack on!
For more information call (317) 782-9216.
Free parking is available in the FOP parking lot on S. McKim Street or the Ivy Tech parking lot on S. Oriental Street.

Weihnachtskonzert 2016 (evening)
2016-12-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Indianapolis Liederkranz, 1417 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46201-3846, United States
The Indianapolis Liederkranz is proud to present the 2016 Weihnachtskonzert! (for the English-speaking folks, that’s Christmas concert)
Over the last few years we have added so much to this much beloved concert. The concert features performances by the Bell Choir, the Brass Band, small ensembles, storytellers and, of course, the men’s choir and Damenchor. This is not only a crowd favorite concert but a club favorite as well. The choirs only perform together at this concert and we really love it.
Because it is such a popular concert we will have 2 performances and we strongly recommend purchasing your tickets in advance!
Please call Christine Gehlhausen at 317-443-4341 to make your reservations.
Light snacks, coffee and hot chocolate will be provided prior to each performance. Drinks will also be available at the bar.
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Weihnachtskonzert 2016 (matinee)
2016-12-11 15:00 - 17:00 | Indianapolis Liederkranz, 1417 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46201-3846, United States
The Indianapolis Liederkranz is proud to present the 2016 Weihnachtskonzert! (for the English-speaking folks, that’s Christmas concert)
Over the last few years we have added so much to this much beloved concert. The concert features performances by the Bell Choir, the Brass Band, small ensembles, storytellers and, of course, the men’s choir and Damenchor. This is not only a crowd favorite concert but a club favorite as well. The choirs only perform together at this concert and we really love it.
Because it is such a popular concert we will have 2 performances and we strongly recommend purchasing your tickets in advance!
Please call Christine Gehlhausen at 317-443-4341 to make your reservations.
Light snacks, coffee and hot chocolate will be provided prior to each performance. Drinks will also be available at the bar.
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Children's Christmas Party
2016-12-04 14:00 - 16:00 | Indianapolis Liederkranz, 1417 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46201-3846, United States
Christmas time is such a special time at the Liederkranz. It is a time for us to gather together to celebrate our family and our faith. Part of our celebration includes our children’s Christmas party! We sing together, we do crafts, we have snacks and we even have a special visitor from the North! We would love for you to bring the little ones in your life and join us for this festive occasion.

This event is free and open to the public.
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Bunter Abend
2016-11-19 18:00 - 23:00 | Indianapolis Liederkranz, 1417 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46201-3846, United States
The Damenchor is ready to share a colorful evening of song! Bunter Abend will be full of tradition, laughter, sadness and some special surprises.
We’ll be serving a full German dinner as part of the night. Enjoy rouladen, chicken with cream sauce, green beans, parsley potatoes, rotkraut, spaetzle, and mouth-watering desserts all handmade and served to you by the ladies of the Damenchor.
Doors open at 5:30pm. Dinner will be served at 6pm and the concert begins at 8:00pm.

For reservations, please call 317-783-1433 or email Margit Ball.
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Men's Fall Konzert und Tanz
2016-11-05 18:30 - 23:00 | Indianapolis Liederkranz, 1417 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46201-3846, United States
Fall is upon us and November will bring not only some cool, crisp weather but it also brings our fall concert and dance!
Join the Liederkranz as we present Cafe Heidelberg night!
You can also count on getting some good German food while you’re there. Food is available à la cart and the fully stocked bar will be open all evening.
Doors open at 6:30 and the concert starts at 8:00 with dance immediately following. Our dance band will be Alpine Express!
Member tickets are half price. Children 12 and under are FREE!
For information or to make reservations please call 317-782-9216.
Free parking available in the F.O.P. parking lot on S. McKim Street or the Ivy Tech parking lot on S. Oriental Street.

Oktoberfest!
2016-10-15 18:00 - 23:00 | Indianapolis Liederkranz, 1417 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46201-3846, United States
Join us for some dancing, music and beer at our annual Oktoberfest! Admission is FREE!
This year’s band will be our very own Indianapolis Liederkranz Brass Band.
Our menu will feature bratwurst, smoked sausage, smoked pork chops, sauerkraut, and German potato salad. We also will have our usual selection of German beers, including Oktoberfest along with a selection from local brewers Taxman Brewing Co and Sun King Brewing.
Ever wondered what Oktoberfest is all about? Check out this brief history.

Summerfest 2016
2016-08-06 17:00 - 22:30 | German Park, 8600 S Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN, 46217, United States
It’s that time of year again… join us at German Park for for annual Summerfest! It’s a great time to celebrate summer, catch up with old friends, make new ones and help support the club.
One of the beers we’ll be featuring this year is Gold Standard, an Abbey Blonde Ale, from Taxman Brewing Co. based in Bargersville, IN. We’ll also have our traditional German beers available. (and who can forget the food!)
Entertainment for the evening will be provided by Jay Fox and the Bavarian Showtime Band with intermissions covered by our very own Indianapolis Liederkranz Brass Band! Come on out and kick up your heels. We can’t wait to see you!
Admission to the festival is just $5 and kids 12 and under are free.
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Damenchor Maifest
2016-05-07 20:00 | Indianapolis Liederkranz, 1417 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46201-3846, United States
Join the Damenchor for our annual Maifest konzert und tanz to celebrate spring!
Ticket price includes a full dinner, our concert and a dance. Full cash bar is also available. There’s no better deal in town!
Music for the dance is provided by Alpine Express! They bring high energy and lots of fun to the stage and dance floor. Don’t miss it!
Menu: Rouladen (German Beef Rolls), Chicken Breast mit cream sauce, Spätzle (homemade noodles), Rotkraut (red cabbage), Green Beans Almondine, Parsley Potatoes, roll, desserts and coffee.

All food is prepared with care and served with love by members of our Damenchor.
Doors open at 6:00pm with dinner service from 6:00pm – 7:30pm. The concert will begin at 8:00pm.
Free parking available in the F.O.P. parking lot on S. McKim Street or the Ivy Tech parking lot on S. Oriental Street.
For advance tickets or questions please contact Margit Ball at 783-1433.

Liederkranz Bell Choir Concert
2016-04-16 20:00 | Indianapolis Liederkranz, 1417 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46201-3846, United States
Please join us as the Liederkranz Bell Choir presents their 2016 concert. We will be playing a selection of sacred and secular music and even throw in a few surprises!
Doors open at 6:45. A la carte food available beginning at 7:00. Concert begins at 8:00.
This event is FREE!
For more information please call 317-782-9216.

Donations will be cheerfully accepted.
Free parking available in the F.O.P. parking lot on S. McKim Street or the Ivy Tech parking lot on S. Oriental Street.

Men's Spring Konzert und Tanz
2016-04-02 20:00 | Indianapolis Liederkranz, 1417 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46201-3846, United States
It’s time to make plans to come to the Indianapolis Liederkranz spring concert and dance! Every April is our anniversary concert and this time it happens to fall on the actual anniversary date. The dance band is our very own Liederkranz Brass Band!
You can always count on good German food at our events. This evening’s menu will feature Bratwurst, Sauerkraut and Kartoffelsalat (potato salad) available à la carte. The bar will also be serving up your favorites.
Doors open at 6:30 and the concert starts at 8:00 with dance immediately following. Member tickets are half price!
For information or to make reservations please call 317-782-9216.
Free parking available in the F.O.P. parking lot on S. McKim Street or the Ivy Tech parking lot on S. Oriental Street.

Old Time Duets - Allie Burbrink & Frank Lee
2016-03-19 19:00 | Indianapolis Liederkranz, 1417 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46201-3846, United States
The Indianapolis Liederkranz Cabaret series presents: Old Time Duets – Allie Burbrink & Frank Lee

Allie Burbrink is a founding member of The Whipstitch Sallies, a local band of bluegrass rockers playing around Indiana and as far away as Hawaii.
Frank Lee is a founding member of The Freight Hoppers, the Smoky Mountain-based ensemble that put old-time string band music on the map when they performed on NPR’s A Prairie Home Companion in 1997. Frank’s clawhammer banjo playing is highly regarded among Old Time fans.
Doors open at 6:00PM.
Show starts at 7:00PM.
Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for guests under 18
For tickets or more information please call 317-782-9216
Food and beverages are available for purchase. Menu includes some down-home comfort food: pulled pork, cheesy potatoes and cole slaw.
Free parking available in the FOP lot on the east side of the building or in the Ivy Tech parking lot on South Oriental Street

St. Paddy’s Party with Patrick Grant
2016-03-05 | Indianapolis Liederkranz, 1417 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46201-3846, United States
Everyone wants to be Irish on St. Patrick’s day, so come to the Liederkranz and get in some early practice!
We’ll have some special food (not the normal German fare) and the bar will be serving up your favorites. Best of all, we’ll have a real Irish tenor – Patrick Grant to entertain you!

Bockbier Fest
2016-02-27 18:00 - 23:00 | Indianapolis Liederkranz, 1417 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46201-3846, United States
Please join us for our annual Bockbier Fest! It is our first event for 2016 and is always a great time. Enjoy dancing the night away with friends to the music of Alpine Express!
The best part? Admission to this event is FREE!
Food and drink is available for purchase. You won’t want to miss it!
Parking is available in the FOP lot on McKim Street, south of Washington Street.

Donations are welcome and encouraged as this is one of our two club fundraisers for the year. The Indianapolis Liederkranz is a 501c3 organization. Donations are tax-deductible.

Featured at this year’s event:
