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October 2024
Friday, October 18 – 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Charles and Cameron Gray – Zumbro Lutheran Church – free
Listen & Learn – Violin and cello duo.
Saturday, October 19 – 7:30 p.m.
Rochester Chamber Music Society – Christ United Methodist Church – free
Chopin and the Cello. Chopin, while faithful to his instrument, was not immune to the charms of the cello. As we commemorate the 175th death anniversary of the “Poet of the Piano,” pianist Ji Young Lee and cellist Jane Cords O’Hara will perform two of the composer’s works for piano and cello. Also in the program is the rarely performed work for piano duet, a set of variations on a Venetian Air. Visit our website www.rochesterchambermusic.org for more information.
Sunday, October 20—7:00 p.m.
Rochester Pops Orchestra—Bethel Lutheran Church—Free, $5, $10, $12
10-Year Anniversary Celebration Concert. Join the RPO and special guest soloist Andy Buchholz as we kick off our 10-Year Anniversary in style. Our program is chalk full of new arrangements of Broadway, pop, and film selections. https://rochesterpops.com/buy-tickets/
Saturday, October 26—7:30 p.m.
Sunday, October 27—3:00 p.m.
Choral Arts Ensemble—Christ United Methodist Church–$35, $10
Becoming you, becoming me. Through the eyes of a child, life is a series of fresh and surprising experiences. Each day brings new fears and new wonders. To open our 40th season, we offer an expansive program reflecting on childhood and identity. Featuring the debut of the Choral Arts Treble Singers with Choral Arts Ensemble.
November 2024
Saturday, November 2—7:00
Choral Arts Ensemble, High school singers, & Cantus—Zumbro Lutheran Church—$10
Singing for Life. High School singers from around SE Minnesota will perform with Choral Arts and Cantus in the capstone concert of this year’s Choral Festival.
Saturday, November 2—7:00 p.m.
Richard Kogan, MD—B’nai Israel Synagogue–$36
West Side Story: The Mind and Music of Leonard Bernstein. Dr. Kogan, distinguished psychiatrist, concert pianist, and master storyteller, is a Harvard trained psychiatrist currently on the faculty of Weill Cornell Medical College in New York City, as well as a graduate of Juilliard School of Music. He has researched the links between music, healing and genius for decades. He is known for bringing his gifts of musicality, storytelling, and history to his audiences in a humane, riveting manner. Tickets are available online ONLY at TicketLeap.
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Sunday, November 3—3:00 p.m.
Mayo Clinic Chamber Symphony—Mount Olive Lutheran Church–$7, $3 (cash or check only)
Heroes and Demons! Join us for a performance of dramatic works by Verdi, Ives, Mussorgsky, and Beethoven.
Thursday, November 14—7:00 p.m.
Rochester Community Band—Dakota Middle School Auditorium—Free
5501 65th St NW, Rochester
www.rochestercommunityband.org
Fall Concert: Come join the Band for a delightful evening of music. The concert is performed
by music lovers from all walks of life and all ages. RCB will be directed by
Anthony Boldt with our guest director, Elijah Gray. Selections include an
arrangement of “Dreamer’s Overture,” “Sipsimie,” “Le Voleur,” “The Wolves of
Alaska,” and “Tarantella.” Bring the whole family and enjoy the music!
Friday, November 15 – 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Jonathan Mattsen – Christ United Methodist Church – free
Listen & Learn – Pianist.
Saturday, November 16—7:30 p.m.
Rochester Symphony Orchestra & Chorale—Mayo Civic Center Presentation Hall—$37, $23, $6
Sleepers Awake. This concerts celebrates the genius of Johann Sebastian Bach, featuring the magnificent cantata, “Wachet auf!” (Sleepers Awake!) a beloved choral work built around the iconic melody that appears in numerous Christian hymnals. Paired with Clarice Assad’s innovative Suite for Lower Strings, this program offers a fresh perspective on Bach’s timeless music. The concert culminates with the chorale’s uplifting rendition of Lauridsen’s O Magnum Mysterium, a sublime tribute to the mysterious wonders.
Friday, November 22—7:30 p.m.
Lyra Baroque Orchestra—Mount Olive Lutheran Church—$35, $30 $25, $10
Judith Steenbrink leads Telemann’s Tavern.
December 2024
Saturday, December 21—7:30 p.m.
Rochester Symphony—Mayo Civic Center Presentation Hall—$37, $23, $6
Sounds of the Season. This festive concert weaves together a rich tapestry of holiday favorites, such as selections from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker with a jazz-infused twist, popular Christmas songs, classic carols, and of course, Leroy Anderson’s Sleigh Ride. Join the orchestra for an audience sing-along, and celebrate with music the whole family will enjoy.
Sunday, December 22—7:00 p.m.
Rochester Pops Orchestra—Bethel Lutheran Church—Free, $5, $10, $12
Merry Christmas, With Love… The Christmas tree has never looked so good, the fire is burning bright…all we need now is two stellar vocalists and an orchestra unlike any other! You are personally invited to join the RPO with guest vocalists: Tom Overlie and Caroline Worra as we take you on a holiday journey you’ll never forget. https://rochesterpops.com/buy-tickets/
January 2025
Friday, January 24 – 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
John Sievers and Friends – Christ United Methodist Church – free
Listen & Learn
February 2025
Sunday, February 2 – 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. – free
Ensemble Fioratura – Zumbro Lutheran Church
Listen & Learn – Chamber Trio
March 2025
Friday, March 28 – 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Thi Lalum – Christ United Methodist Church – free
Listen & Learn – Traditional Vietnamese Music and Instruments
April 2025
Friday, April 25 – 12:00 pm. to 1:00 p.m.
Dan Schwartz – Christ United Methodist Church – free
Listen & Learn – Fingerstyle Guitarist
May 2025
Friday, May 9 – 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Cléa Galhano & Rene Izquierdo – Zumbro Lutheran Church – free
Listen & Learn – Recorder and Guitar Duo
