Black-Owned Business and Artist Showcase

Orchestra Hall 1111 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, United States

This year's concert, VocalEssence WITNESS: Leading with Love, features beloved vocal activist, soulful singer, and composer Melanie DeMore, who uses her music as what she calls "a weapon of mass connection" and challenges us all to "put one foot in front of the other and lead with love." This year—in Orchestra Hall's Target Atrium—we are…  Read More

OLLI CLASS: Hope Renewed

Plymouth Congregational Church 1919 LaSalle Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, United States

Founder and Artistic Director Philip Brunelle will present a class on hope and a look at the music that will be featured at Hope Renewed, the closing concert of the 55th Season. Composer Kyle Pederson will join to discuss his new composition that will be featured on the concert. In order to sign up for…  Read More

Concert: Hope Renewed

Ted Mann Concert Hall 2128 Fourth Street South , Minneapolis, MN, United States
$25 – $45

VocalEssence Gala 2024

DoubleTree by Hilton Bloomington—Minneapolis South 7800 Normandale Blvd, Bloomington, MN, United States

Save the date for the VocalEssence Gala: Celebration of Song on the evening of Saturday, May 11, 2024! Join us for an enchanting evening dedicated to celebrating the power of singing together. Immerse yourself in a world where melodies soar, hearts harmonize, and voices unite to create unforgettable moments. This event is a testament to…  Read More

Vintage Voices: Create Peace! Share Joy! Spread Love!

Auditorium, Merriam Park Recreation Center 2000 St. Anthony Avenue, Saint Paul, MN, United States

The Keystone Community Singers cordially invite you to join us for an evening of song, spoken word, and fellowship at our inaugural Spring concert! As we relish in the spirit of spring renewal, this heartfelt program will inspire you to be optimistic in the face of life’s challenges, helping to create a world where we…  Read More

Vintage Voices: It’s All Right!

Sabathani Community Center Auditorium 310 East 38th Street, Minneapolis, MN, United States

The Sabathani Vintage Voices cordially invite you to join us for an evening of song, spoken word and fellowship at our Spring concert, It’s All Right! When life throws challenges our way, we lean on the support of our beloved community. This heartfelt program features a variety of songs, poems and reflections prepared by the…  Read More

Free

OLLI Class: The Concert Version of the Musical Kristina

Plymouth Congregational Church 1919 LaSalle Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, United States

Benny Andersson, of ABBA fame, composed a musical blending Sweden and Minnesota in a very moving way. This class will present the musical, its history and music performed by Kathryn Rupp and Clara Osowski, two of the leading soloists, with Philip Brunelle, VocalEssence Artistic Director and founder, as emcee and pianist. In order to sign…  Read More

Pre-Concert Event: Immigrant Experiences

Benson Great Hall, Bethel University 3900 Bethel Dr, Arden Hills, MN, United States

The 2024-2025 Season opens with The Concert Version of the Musical Kristina, which brings the listener on a journey of hope and heartbreak through the eyes of Swedish immigrants, Kristina Nilsson and her family, brought to life by Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson, the legendary songwriters of ABBA. Kristina’s experiences of love, loss, and hope resonate…  Read More