Louisville Orchestra Announces 2025-2026 Creators Corps Composers

The Louisville Orchestra proudly welcomes composers Anthony Green and Chelsea Komschlies as the newest members of the Louisville Orchestra Creators Corps (LOCC) for the 2025-2026 season.

Now in its fourth year, this innovative program continues to reshape the relationship between orchestras and composers, fostering deep artistic engagement with the Louisville community.

“We are thrilled to welcome Anthony and Chelsea to the Louisville Orchestra and to our city,” said Music Director Teddy Abrams. “This program is about more than creating new music—it’s about forging meaningful connections between composers, performers, and our community. Both Anthony and Chelsea bring powerful artistic voices, and we are excited to see the projects and music they will develop during their residency.”

Meet the 2025-2026 Creators Corps Composers

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Legendary Country Singer Vince Gill to Play Whitney Hall July 26

One of the most popular artists in modern country music, Vince Gill, will bring his famous voice and guitar playing to Whitney Hall at The Kentucky Center on July 26. Famous for his top-notch songwriting, world-class guitar playing and warm, soaring tenor, all wrapped up in a quick and easy wit, he is sure deliver a great evening of his classic hit songs.

Gill achieved his big breakthrough in 1990 with “When I Call Your Name,” which won both the Country Music Association’s (CMA) Single and Song of the Year awards as well as a Grammy for Best Country Vocal Performance, Male. In total, Gill has won 18 CMA Awards, 22 Grammy Awards, and 8 Academy of Country Music Awards.

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Performance Preview: Broadway in Louisville “Moulin Rouge! The Musical” – Feb. 18-March 2

Broadway in Louisville performances continue to shine as they welcome back Moulin Rouge! The Musical, a dazzling theatrical adaptation of Baz Luhrmann’s 2001 film, capturing the essence of the bohemian spirit and the allure of the famed Parisian nightclub. Set in the Montmartre Quarter of Paris during the Belle Époque at the turn of the 20th century, the narrative follows Christian, a young American composer who falls deeply in love with Satine, the star courtesan of the Moulin Rouge. Their romance faces challenges from the club’s financial troubles and the machinations of the wealthy Duke of Monroth, who seeks Satine’s affection in exchange for his investment in the club. The story intertwines themes of love, art, and sacrifice, all set against a backdrop of vibrant music and dance.

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Bourbon & Beyond Music Festival Returns With Sturgill Simpson, Phish, The Lumineers and More

Bourbon & Beyond recently announced the line-up for their annual music and bourbon festival that will be held September 11,12,13 and 14 at Highlands Festival Grounds at the Kentucky Exposition Center. The weekend of music and experiences is a great blend of world-class music, top-tier bourbon, and gourmet food for what is known as “The World’s Largest Bourbon & Music Festival,” and caters to tens thousands of fans each year.

The festival’s lineup features an eclectic mix of rock, blues, folk, and country, with top headliners including Sturgill Simpson, Phish, Noah Kahn, The Lumineers and more.

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Railbird Music Festival (Lexington) Returns With a Great Line-up – May 31 – June 1

(LEXINGTON, KY) – The popular Railbird Music Festival at the Red Mile Race Course in Lexington has announced another great line-up for what will be a great weekend of music. Jelly Roll and Lainey Wilson will headline the two nights that includes over 30 artists across three stages including The Red Clay Strays, Ryan Bingham. Gavin Adcock, Cody Jinks, Shaboozey, Luke Grimes, Blackberry Smoke and more. The grounds of the historic horse racing track will also feature curated bourbon experiences, celebrating the spirit of Kentucky.

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