Saving Our Legacy
Indiana Music History Project
Welcome to the Indiana Music History Project (IMHP) — an Indiana nonprofit dedicated to preserving, celebrating, and sharing the rich and diverse musical legacy of Indiana. From jazz legends on Indiana Avenue to garage rock pioneers, soul icons, bluegrass pickers, and beyond, our mission is to honor the artists, venues, and communities that have shaped the sound of our state. Through our many initiatives, IMHP brings Indiana’s musical stories to life for future generations.
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Coming from IMHP
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Faith Band LIVE!
Faith Band’s first live release and first release on compact disc. Recorded at the Vogue Night Club in April 1989 with all original band members, this 14-track album includes “Dancin’ Shoes” and was digitally mixed and mastered by Jeff Gardner.
COMING SOON
Indiana Music Trading Cards
Each set contains 50 different cards featuring Indiana music notables.
Oral History – Interview Highlights and Complete Interviews
We’re excited to begin releasing both Interview Highlights and Complete Interviews from the Indiana Music History Project. Below you’ll find the most recently published oral history pages, each featuring videos, photos, and stories from the musicians who helped shape Indiana’s musical legacy. Make sure you’re subscribed to our email list for updates on the Oral History Project! The Indiana music oral history project is made possible through a grant funded by the Allen Whitehill Clowes Charitable Foundation.
Celebrating 10 Years!
Founded in 2015, the IMHP is growing! Thanks to the support of our dedicated staff and volunteers, we proudly offer a free public Indiana Music History Museum. Through our programs, we are committed to preserving and sharing the rich history of Indiana’s music through educational resources, tours, and public engagement. Our efforts are made possible through generous public donations, sponsorships, and grants.
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Phil Ranelin Album Release Party
Celebrating: The release of “The Found Tapes: Live in LA 1978-81” 4LP/3CD box The album release party was presented by the Indiana Music History Project (IMHP) at Chatterbox Jazz was the perfect way to
Amazing Indiana Music Stories State Library Exhibit Opening Reception
Thank you again to everyone who came out on Saturday to the "Amazing Indiana Music Stories" Exhibit Reception. Despite the freezing temperatures this weekend, it was a wonderful turnout and we are grateful for
Amazing Indiana Music Stories State Library Exhibit
This exhibit was hosted by the Indiana State Library in downtown Indianapolis from January to early April 2024. While this exhibit has ended, many of the items are still on display at our Indiana
Wes Montgomery Exhibit at Indianapolis International Airport
December 15 through March 2024, check out the new Wes Montgomery exhibit at the Indianapolis International Airport. The Indiana Music History Project is proud to have provided some of the items on display. Wes Montgomery:
