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ADVOCACY. CONNECTION. IMPACT.

THE VOICE OF INDIANA’S 

MUSIC ECONOMY

Why We’re here

Indiana’s music industry is more than entertainment — it’s an engine for jobs, tourism, and economic growth. Yet until now, the sector lacked a central hub to showcase its reach and connect the people and businesses behind it.

The Indiana Music Alliance was created to fill that gap. Born from the Indiana Music Strategy and guided by input from venues, studios, educators, and industry leaders, this site provides a unified platform to highlight our assets, advocate for investment, and strengthen Indiana’s competitiveness as a music state.

By making the scope and impact of our music economy visible, we’re building the case for the funding, policy, and partnerships that will keep Indiana’s music scene thriving.

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Second Song Musical Instruments

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The Anchor of Downtown Elkhart

How A Restored Historic Theatre became an Economic Engine for Downtown Elkhart Words by Avery Martin; Photos provided by The... read more

Indiana Music Economy Sessions: Fort Wayne

Telling the Story of a Music Place: Venues, Audiences, and Fort Wayne’s Sound Words by Avery Martin; Photos by Kenzie... read more
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facts about Indiana music ecosystem

$1.3 billion

RIAA analysis: Indiana’s live music contributed about $1.3 billion to state GDP (as reported by Axios, Feb 2025)

Founded in 1921

The Jacobs School of Music is one of the largest accredited music schools in the U.S., with over 1,500 students — approximately half undergraduate and half graduate/post‑grad from all 50 states and around 55 countries.

Top Venues

Ruoff Music Center Largest outdoor music venue locally (capacity ~24,800), ranked #1 global amphitheater in 2023 for ticket sales.

Lotus World Music & Arts Festival

Bloomington has hosted almost 600 artists from more than 120 countries over nearly three decades.

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Elkhart County 4-H & Agricultural Exposition, Inc.



One of Indiana’s premier event destinations for concerts, festivals, agricultural events, RV rallies, trade shows, sporting events, and community gatherings.

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Hoosier Original Music Association


 

Promotes and supports the original music industry of Indiana by hosting FARMette Indiana and private showcase rooms at FARM and FOLK conference.

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Sweetwater 


 

The No. 1 online retailer trusted and beloved by millions of musicians, sound engineers, band and orchestra directors, and podcasters who rely on the company to help advance their musical and creative journeys. 

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