TICKETS are $10 General/$5 Student.

Touring from Iowa, Indianapolis, Chicago

Award-winning composer Mike Conrad (University of Northern Iowa) leads a dynamic trio featuring Katie Ernst (Chicago bassist, Twin Talk) and Cassius Goens III (Indianapolis-based drummer). On their fall 2023 tour, funded by a Jazz Road Grant (South Arts), they’ll be revisiting music from their debut album “Reconnect ” (2022), while diving into some brand new compositions inspired by members of Conrad’s family. Among tour stops in Muncie, Indianapolis, Milwaukee, Sterling, IL and Bettendorf, IA, the Mike Conrad Trio is excited to be performing at Merriman’s Playhouse. This group is all about interaction and expression — you won’t want to miss this night of captivating and uplifting music!

Mike Conrad - piano

Katie Ernst - bass

Cassius Goens III - drums