VocalEssence New Brand Launch

At the start of our 45th Season, VocalEssence embarked on a journey that had us explore the core of who we are, what we do, and where we see ourselves in the future. With help from our VocalEssence Brand Refresh committee (made up of members from the VocalEssence Board, sta, singers and trusted friends) and consultants such as Brand Tool Box, Design…  Read More

¡Cantaré! Composer Residency – Week One

Twin Cities metro-area schools and community organizations MN, United States

Mexican composers Julio Morales and Jean Angelus Pichardo arrive to the Twin Cities for their first residency with elementary, high school, and community choral singers, exploring Mexican cultural and choral music traditions. Click here for more information about ¡Cantaré!.

CONCERT: Made in Minnesota at Orchestra Hall

Orchestra Hall 1111 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, United States

Minnesota is a land of 10,000 lakes, choirs and composers! “Go local” and celebrate all that Minnesota has to offer with a concert chock full of pieces by longstanding Minnesota composers from Dominick Argento to Stephen Paulus and Libby Larsen, as well as new generation composers Jocelyn Hagen and Hip-hop artist Dessa. Dale Warland makes…  Read More

$10 – $40

POST-CONCERT HAPPY HOUR: Rhyme and Rhythm with Resonate

The Local 931 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN, United States

Mix, mingle and enjoy an informal Q&A with Dessa, Jocelyn Hagen and Andy Thompson after the VocalEssence Made in Minnesota concert. Hosted by Resonate, our young professionals group.

Free

TOUR CONCERT: River Songs and Tales with Mark Twain

Shattuck-St. Mary’s School, Newhall Auditorium 1000 Shumway Ave, Faribault, MN, United States

Supported by Land O'Lakes and an Arts Tour grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, the VocalEssence Ensemble Singers and Don Shelby as Mark Twain will go on the road to Greater Minnesota to celebrate life on the Mississippi River. Through choral music and the spoken word, VocalEssence will take listeners on a musical journey…  Read More

TOUR CONCERT: River Songs and Tales with Mark Twain

Austin High School: Knowlton Auditorium 301 3rd Street NW, Austin, MN, United States

Supported by Land O'Lakes and an Arts Tour grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, the VocalEssence Ensemble Singers and Don Shelby as Mark Twain will go on the road to Greater Minnesota to celebrate life on the Mississippi River. Through choral music and the spoken word, VocalEssence will take listeners on a musical journey…  Read More

TOUR CONCERT: River Songs and Tales with Mark Twain

Sheldon Theatre 443 W 3rd Street, Red Wing, MN, United States

Supported by Land O'Lakes and an Arts Tour grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, the VocalEssence Ensemble Singers and Don Shelby as Mark Twain will go on the road to Greater Minnesota to celebrate life on the Mississippi River. Through choral music and the spoken word, VocalEssence will take listeners on a musical journey…  Read More

TOUR CONCERT: River Songs and Tales with Mark Twain

Dawson-Boyd Memorial Auditorium 601 9th Street, Dawson, MN, United States

Supported by Land O'Lakes and an Arts Tour grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, the VocalEssence Ensemble Singers and Don Shelby as Mark Twain will go on the road to Greater Minnesota to celebrate life on the Mississippi River. Through choral music and the spoken word, VocalEssence will take listeners on a musical journey…  Read More

St. Paul High School Choral Festival with the Young People’s Chorus of New York City®

Johnson Senior High School 1349 Arcade St, , St Paul, MN, United States

Sponsored by Travelers, over 200 students from three St. Paul high schools will come together with Francisco J. Núñez and the Young People’s Chorus of New York City® (YPC) to share music with each other, to sing new songs, and to learn new ways to interpret and give expression to music. Participants include: Large mixed…  Read More

PRE-CONCERT CONVERSATION: John Birge and Francisco Núñez

Roseville Lutheran Church 1215 Roselawn Ave. W., Roseville, MN, United States

Before the Young People's Chorus of New York City® concert, participate in a conversation with Minnesota Public Radio Host John Birge and Young People's Chorus of New York City® conductor Francisco Núñez.

CONCERT: VocalEssence Presents: Young People’s Chorus of New York City®

Roseville Lutheran Church 1215 Roselawn Ave. W., Roseville, MN, United States

The Young People’s Chorus of New York City® (YPC), founded and conducted by MacArthur "genius" Fellow Francisco J. Núñez, is a multicultural youth chorus internationally renowned for its superb sound and electrifying performances. Frequent performers at Carnegie Hall, YPC regularly accepts invitations to represent the U.S. at international choral festivals, and is frequently seen on national TV with…  Read More

$20 – $30

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Class: Welcome Christmas

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

’Tis the season for lutefisk, glögg, rødgrød med fløde and Welcome Christmas 2014 — the beloved annual concert series presented by Minneapolis-based choral ensemble VocalEssence. Join Artistic Director Philip Brunelle as he highlights the carols and musical holiday traditions from Sweden, Norway, Finland and Denmark that will come through the music in this year’s Welcome…  Read More