All-Ages Instrument Making Workshop

Make instruments from recycled materials ahead of concertnova’s Cincinnati Sandbox concert at CCM on October 25. This is a free pre-concert event for concertnova's Cincinnati Sandbox concert, which will be at CCM on October 25, 2026. What sounds are hiding inside the things we throw away? Join concertnova and Indigo Hippo for a free, all-ages workshop exploring how everyday materials can become imaginative musical instruments. Using wood, cardboard, plastic, tubing, bells, rubber bands, and other reclaimed materials, participants will build, experiment, and discover entirely new sounds. An Indigo Hippo facilitator will lead the workshop, with additional support from concertnova. All materials will be provided, and no musical or building experience is necessary. Children must participate with an accompanying adult. Space is very limited, so advance registration is required. WHO: All ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. WHAT: A FREE, hands-on workshop making musical instruments from recycled and creatively reused materials. WHEN: Sunday, September 20, 2026, from 3:00–5:00 PM WHERE: Indigo Hippo WHAT TO EXPECT • A playful, hands-on instrument-making experience • An assortment of recycled and creatively reused materials • Guidance from Indigo Hippo and concertnova • Plenty of opportunities to experiment and make noise Want to get more heavy-duty and make an instrument you can play during the concert? Check out our instrument-building workshop with Heavy Metal Marching Band at Wave Pool on September 29. Participants who make instruments during the workshops will be invited to bring them to the performance during Cincinnati Sandbox on Sunday, October 25. Every workshop attendee will receive discounted tickets to the show! ABOUT CINCINNATI SANDBOX Cincinnati Sandbox explores how music can transform what we discard by repurposing everyday objects, found sounds, and recycled materials into something entirely new. Presented by concertnova, Cincinnati’s artist-led collective creating immersive and interdisciplinary concert experiences, the program brings together Grammy-nominated Sandbox Percussion, acclaimed violinist Kristin Lee, and Cincinnati’s Heavy Metal Marching Band. The concert features the Cincinnati premiere of Vivian Fung’s Goddess//Insect, written for Sandbox Percussion and Lee, alongside music by John Corigliano, Andy Akiho, Viet Cuong, and others. CINCINNATI SANDBOX CONCERT Sunday, October 25, 2026 5:00 PM University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music Tickets: $35 general admission, $20 young professionals, and $10 students.