Caelan Cardello Trio
Pianist Caelan Cardello brings imagination, lyricism, and deep musical connection to every performance. Praised by Bill Charlap for playing that is “an extension of his soul,” Cardello has performed with celebrated artists including Christian McBride, Jimmy Cobb, Rufus Reid, and Randy Brecker. A finalist in both the 2026/27 American Piano Awards and the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz International Piano Competition, he is equally at home leading his own trio or collaborating with fellow artists. Blending a strong foundation in both jazz and classical music, Cardello’s performances are marked by virtuosity, spontaneity, and expressive storytelling Tickets sold here: https://purchase.thegilmore.org/ChooseSeats/11601
Caelan Cardello Trio
Pianist Caelan Cardello brings imagination, lyricism, and deep musical connection to every performance. Praised by Bill Charlap for playing that is “an extension of his soul,” Cardello has performed with celebrated artists including Christian McBride, Jimmy Cobb, Rufus Reid, and Randy Brecker. A finalist in both the 2026/27 American Piano Awards and the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz International Piano Competition, he is equally at home leading his own trio or collaborating with fellow artists. Blending a strong foundation in both jazz and classical music, Cardello’s performances are marked by virtuosity, spontaneity, and expressive storytelling Tickets sold here: https://purchase.thegilmore.org/ChooseSeats/11801
Connecting Chords Music Festival Presents: Stundom
The music of Stundom is Nordic in its essence. Inspired by the traditional dance music from their ancestors, the trio invites you into their wondrous world, blending folk traditions with classical chamber music and symphonic elements. With a blend of the violin, the cittern and the piano, Emma Kragh-Elmøe, Villads Hoffmann and Julian Svejgaard share a rare musical chemistry and a strong sense for memorable, finely crafted melodies. Stundom is among the most acclaimed groups within New Nordic folk music in Denmark today. The trio has received widespread praise from both audiences and critics for their seamless fusion of traditional and contemporary expressions. Their latest album Hvis ikke de er døde, lever de endnu received Album of the Year at the Danish Music Awards Roots 2025. The same year, the trio received the Carl Prize for their compositions, awarded by the Danish Music Publishers’ Association. Limited seating is available, buying in advance is strongly encouraged! Tickets sold here: https://ticketscandy.com/e/stundom-19098
National Dog Day in the Beer Garden!
🐶🍻 Celebrate National Dog Day in the Beer Garden! 🐾 Bring your four-legged friends to Bell’s Beer Garden on August 26 from 5 – 8 PM for an evening made for dogs and their humans! 🎨 Two caricature artists🐾 Paw painting🐕 Barks in the Zoo and Creatures Pet Care🌎 All Species Kinship 🍺 Drink for a Cause with specialty beer Gone Dog Grab your pup and your crew and join us for a tail-wagging good time! 🐶💛
IPA Day 2026
🍻 IPA lovers, this one’s for you! Join us to celebrate IPAs at the home of America’s most iconic IPA. 🍺 10 IPAs on tap 🛍️ Exclusive General Store releases 🍻Curated tasting flights 🎶 Live music in the Beer Garden with the @andrewrathbunmusic Trio from 5 pm – 7 pm 🎯 Games, like find the IPA and cornhole 🥃 Save-the-glass specials Grab your friends and sip your way through our IPA lineup. See you in the Beer Garden!
Finals Watch Party
All Ages | Free Event Bell’s Back Room ⚽ The World Cup action is heating up, and we’re showing it on the big screen! 🍻 Join us this Sunday in the Back Room for our World Cup Finals Watch Party.Bring your crew, wear your team’s colors, and catch the game with us! 🌎🏆
Summer Trivia
All Ages | Free Event Bell’s Back Room School’s out, trivia’s in! 😎 Cool off with a night of fun, facts, and friendly competition. Who will be crowned the Summer Trivia Champion? 🏅☀️
VIDA ETERNA EP RELEASE WSG COLD MOUNTAIN CHILD
This is a 18+ | 17 under with a parent or guardian Advance tickets may also be purchased in person at the General Store by card only (no cash) Vida Eterna is a Kalamazoo-based dreampop band with shoegaze and post-punk influences, drawing from the college rock heyday of the late 80s and early 90s. Their energetic live show flows between loud, blissed-out distorted guitar noise and slow, ambient, introspective lyrics with ethereal vocals. Vida Eterna’s debut self-titled EP will be released on July 30th at Bell’s Back Room, following the release of their first single, “Had To Let You Know,” on July 11th, 2026. The single will be accompanied by a music video directed by Zac Clark, featuring dark, David Lynchian imagery reminiscent of MTV’s 120 Minutes.
Sounds of the Zoo Presents: Celebrating Women in Music featuring Grace Theisen Band & Kylee Phillips
This is a 18+ | 17 under with a parent or guardian Suggested Donations at Door Sounds of the Zoo returns for its fifth year in 2026, continuing its mission of Creating Change Through Music in the heart of downtown Kalamazoo. What began as a grassroots idea has grown into a week-long, citywide celebration of live music, community, and connection. The 2026 festival runs for seven days across eight locations, featuring 40+ bands and artists. Every event is free and open to the public, inviting the community to experience music in an accessible and welcoming way throughout downtown Kalamazoo’s live music venues and public spaces. This year’s lineup spans beloved local venues including Bell’s Backroom, along with additional performances throughout the downtown corridor. The festival culminates with three full days of programming in Bronson Park, transforming the heart of the city into a vibrant, open-air stage. At its core, Sounds of the Zoo is about more than music. The festival is rooted in values of diversity, equity, and inclusion—amplifying a wide range of voices and genres while also bringing awareness to mental health, sustainability, and community well-being. Free live music. Local venues. A shared city experience. Sounds of the Zoo 2026 is an invitation to show up, listen, and be part of something bigger—where music brings people together across every background and every corner of the community.
Issues & Ale: It’s Just Politics – Michigan’s Primary Election Preview
Join Michigan Public’s Zoe Clark and Rick Pluta for a preview of the upcoming Michigan Primary, a week before the election! Reserve your spot here
