Music scene · Broken Arrow

Broken Arrow is a suburban city southeast of Tulsa with music centered on school band programs and community festivals. The Broken Arrow band program, founded in 1929, is one of the largest in Oklahoma, with ensembles performing at Carnegie Hall. Cover bands and country acts play at bars.

The Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center hosts school concerts and occasional regional touring acts. The Rose District hosts farmers markets and outdoor festivals with local musicians. For larger club shows, the 15-minute drive into Tulsa provides access to Cain's Ballroom.

Broken Arrow is best known for school marching and concert bands that won national championships and performed at the Tournament of Roses Parade. Country and rock acts perform at Tulsa venues.

Musicians should connect with the extensive school music program, which offers band, jazz, and percussion training. The Rose District community events provide small performance opportunities. For professional development, the nearby Tulsa scene offers open mics and more developed network of venues.