BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//VocalEssence - ECPv6.15.15//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:VocalEssence X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.vocalessence.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for VocalEssence REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20160313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20161106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20170312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20171105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20180311T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20181104T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20150308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20151101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20160313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20161106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20170312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20171105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20180311T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20181104T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20171117T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20171117T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20171114T203926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171114T204551Z UID:19001-1510923600-1510927200@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:VINTAGE VOICES: Ecumen Seasons at Apple Valley Vintage Voices Concert DESCRIPTION:Come and experience the sounds of Ecumen Seasons at Apple Valley in Songs of Love and Life\, an exciting program featuring selections of jazz\, American folk songs\, classical and more! Free and open to the public. Reception to follow. \nEcumen Seasons at Apple Valley is a partner of the VocalEssence Vintage Voices program\, an exciting choral program that integrates the arts into the everyday lives of older adults by fostering the creation of choirs in residential assisted living communities and senior centers. Click here for more information. \nVocalEssence will not be performing on this concert. \nSPECIAL THANKS\nAlfred P. & Ann Moore\n This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant.\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund\, and a grant from the Wells Fargo Foundation Minnesota. URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/event-vocalessence-vintage-voices-performance-ecumen-seasons-apple-valley/ LOCATION:Ecumen Seasons at Apple Valley\, 15359 Founders Lane\, Apple Valley\, MN\, 55124\, United States CATEGORIES:Vintage Voices ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Vintage-Voices.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20171116T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20171116T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20171114T203603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171114T204613Z UID:18998-1510857000-1510860600@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:VINTAGE VOICES: Parkshore Senior Community Vintage Voices Concert DESCRIPTION:Come and experience the sounds of the Parkshore Senior Community in Songs of Love and Life\, an exciting program featuring selections of jazz\, American folk songs\, classical and more! Free and open to the public. Reception to follow. \nParkshore Senior Community is a partner of the VocalEssence Vintage Voices program\, an exciting choral program that integrates the arts into the everyday lives of older adults by fostering the creation of choirs in residential assisted living communities and senior centers. Click here for more information. \nVocalEssence will not be performing on this concert. \nSPECIAL THANKS\nAlfred P. & Ann Moore\n This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant.\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund\, and a grant from the Wells Fargo Foundation Minnesota. URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/event-vocalessence-vintage-voices-performance-parkshore-senior-community/ LOCATION:Parkshore Senior Community\, 3663 Park Center Boulevard\, Saint Louis Park\, MN\, 55416\, United States CATEGORIES:Vintage Voices ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Vintage-Voices.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171111T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171111T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20171109T174657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171109T174911Z UID:18939-1510426800-1510430400@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:BROADCAST: Dreams of the Fallen: Coming Home DESCRIPTION:“Dreams of the Fallen: Coming Home” is a musical tribute to the men and women we honor each Veterans Day. Hosted by Steve Seel\, the special’s centerpiece is the short masterwork of the same title by young American composer Jake Runestad. The work sets the poetry of Iraq war veteran Brian Turner\, and features pianist Jeffrey Biegel\, the Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra\, and VocalEssence. \nRunestad’s and Turner’s works combine in this deeply moving exploration of experiences familiar to many veterans: returning home from war. The hour-long special includes music performed by\, or related to\, the armed forces veterans once served\, and features music that emerged out of numerous American conflicts\, including the Civil War\, World Wars I and II\, Iraq\, and Vietnam. \nThe special will air on Classical Minnesota Public Radio on Saturday\, November 11\, 2017 from 7-8 PM\, and will air around the country in various locations. Check your local listings to hear the special\, or listen online by clicking this link. URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/dreams-fallen-coming-home-broadcast/ LOCATION:Minnesota Public Radio Headquarters\, 480 Cedar Street\, St. Paul\, 55101\, United States CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Featured-apm-fall-holiday-dreams-of-the-fallen.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171111T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171111T113000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20170421T204953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171110T160910Z UID:17398-1510394400-1510399800@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:COMMUNITY SING: Bach’s Mighty Fortress DESCRIPTION:Advance registration for this event is now closed. Registration at the door will open at 9:15 AM on Saturday at Roseville Lutheran Church. A link to download or view the music can be found below.\nSing the songs of a German master! Join us for a morning of fellowship and song performing Bach’s Cantata No. 80 – Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott (A Mighty Fortress Is Our God) as well as other Bach chorales and choruses to celebrate 500 years since the Protestant Reformation. Tickets are FREE but advanced registration required. Refreshments will be served. \nMusic for Community Sing\nYou can view the music for this event below or download it HERE. \n  URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/community-sing-bachs-mighty-fortress/ LOCATION:Roseville Lutheran Church\, 1215 Roselawn Ave. W.\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Sing,Ticketed Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Featured-Bach-Community-Sing.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171110T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171110T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20170421T204718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171103T174128Z UID:17392-1510344000-1510351200@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:CONCERT: Bach & Bluegrass Jamboree DESCRIPTION:This Event is currently Sold Out\nA limited number of standing room tickets will be available for purchase at the door for $10 each. Ticket sales and will-call will open at Roseville Lutheran Church at 6:30 PM. \n\nWe have also opened the final rehearsal on Thursday\, November 9\, 2017 for public attendance. Tickets for the open rehearsal are $10 each and can be purchased at the door. More information about the open rehearsal can be found here. \n  \nVocalEssence Chorus & Ensemble Singers\nMonroe Crossing \nGet ready for toe-tappin’\, knee-slappin’ fun as VocalEssence breathes new life into J.S. Bach and the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation with special guest\, Monroe Crossing. Hear VocalEssence perform some of Bach’s most jubilant music alongside gospel bluegrass tunes and a regional premiere of Carol Barnett’s Bluegrass Te Deum with Monroe Crossing and the VocalEssence Ensemble Singers. \n  \nConcert Program Book\n \n  URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/concert-bach-bluegrass-jamboree/ LOCATION:Roseville Lutheran Church\, 1215 Roselawn Ave. W.\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States CATEGORIES:Concerts,Ticketed Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Featured-Bach-Bluegrass-Jamboree.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171110T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171110T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20170421T204516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170421T204756Z UID:17396-1510340400-1510342200@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:CONCERT CONVERSATION: Bach & Bluegrass Jamboree DESCRIPTION:Join us for a concert conversation with composer Carol Barnett\, members of Monroe Crossing\, and Associate Conductor G. Phillip Shoultz\, III. URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/concert-conversation-bach-bluegrass-jamboree/ LOCATION:Roseville Lutheran Church\, 1215 Roselawn Ave. W.\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States CATEGORIES:DO NOT USE ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Featured-Bach-Bluegrass-Jamboree-Concert-Conversation.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171109T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171109T213000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20171103T161213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171103T164819Z UID:18870-1510254000-1510263000@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:OPEN REHEARSAL: Bach & Bluegrass Jamboree DESCRIPTION:Come and see behind the scenes of Bach & Bluegrass Jamboree at our final dress rehearsal with VocalEssence\, Monroe Crossing\, and the Minnetonka High School Treble Choir. We will rehearse some of Bach’s most jubilant music alongside gospel bluegrass tunes and Carol Barnett and Marisha Chamberlain’s Mortals & Angels: A Bluegrass Te Deum with Monroe Crossing and the VocalEssence Ensemble Singers. Be prepared for stops and starts as we refine our performance. Tickets are $10 each and will be available at the door starting at 6:30 PM. \nConcert Program Book\n \n  URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/open-rehearsal-bach-bluegrass-jamboree/ LOCATION:Roseville Lutheran Church\, 1215 Roselawn Ave. W.\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States CATEGORIES:Concerts,Ticketed Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171108T141500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171108T154500 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20170830T184339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170830T184456Z UID:18392-1510150500-1510155900@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:OLLI CLASS: Bach & Bluegrass DESCRIPTION:The 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation and the importance of the music of J.S. Bach celebrating this event is linked with Carol Barnett and her new “Bluegrass TeDeum”. Join Philip Brunelle and composer Carol Barnett as they share their enthusiasm joining Bach to Bluegrass! \nIn order to sign up for this session\, you must be a member of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Learn more and sign up at: https://olli.umn.edu/osher-lifelong-learning-institute/membership URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/olli-class-bach-bluegrass/ LOCATION:Plymouth Congregational Church\, 1919 LaSalle Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States CATEGORIES:Osher Lifelong Learning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Featured-Bach-Bluegrass-Jamboree-OLLI.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171007T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171007T183000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20170912T173425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170912T173937Z UID:18477-1507399200-1507401000@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:EVENT: MPR's 50th Anniversary Block Party DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, October 7 for this free\, family-friendly celebration of Minnesota Public Radio’s 50th anniversary with live music\, food trucks\, art activities and more. Singers from VocalEssence will perform from 6-6:30 PM on the Landmark Plaza Stage in downtown Saint Paul (in between performances by The Steeles and Dessa!) \nMPR 50th Anniversary Block Party Entertainment Schedule\n3:30-4 p.m. Native Pride Dancerst\, Hamm Plaza Stage\n4-4:30 p.m. Minnesota Percussion Trio\, Landmark Plaza Stage\n4:30-5 p.m. Walker West Music Academy\, Ecolab Plaza Stage\n5-5:30 p.m. The Steeles\, Landmark Plaza Stage\n5:30-6 p.m. Alan Sparhawk & Gaelynn Lea\, Ecolab Plaza Stage\n6-6:30 p.m. VocalEssence\, Landmark Plaza Stage\n6:30-7 p.m. jeremy messersmith & friends\, Ecolab Plaza Stage\n7-7:30 p.m. Dessa\, Landmark Plaza Stage\n7:30-8 p.m. Erik Koskinen\, Ecolab Plaza\n8-9:30 p.m. FINALE with Chris Thile and the Prairie Home Companion House Band\, Landmark Plaza URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/event-mprs-50th-anniversary-block-party/ LOCATION:Landmark Center\, Courtroom 317\, 75 W 5th St\, Saint Paul\, 55102\, United States CATEGORIES:Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170924T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170924T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20170421T204300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180613T155312Z UID:17388-1506279600-1506285000@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:CONCERT: Finlandia Forever\, 7 PM DESCRIPTION:Advance ticket sales for this event are now closed. Tickets are still available and may be purchased at the door beginning at 6:00 PM.\nVocalEssence Ensemble Singers\nOsmo Vänskä\, clarinet\nSara Pajunen\,  fiddle \nWhile the land of the midnight sun has long been known for refreshingly bright ideas—from saunas to cell phones—its musical contributions are equally innovative. Favorite Finns Osmo Vänskä and Sara Pajunen will help us celebrate 100 years of Finnish independence\, performing music of Sibelius\, Rautavaara\, Mäntyjärvi\, Saariaho\, and others. Catch “Finn Fever” and join in with a chorus of Sibelius’s Finlandia. Presented in partnership with the American Swedish Institute and national FinnFest USA. \n\nTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORs\n \n \n\n  \n  URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/concert-finlandia-forever-7-pm/ LOCATION:Larson Hall\, American Swedish Institute\, 2600 Park Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55407\, United States CATEGORIES:Concerts,Ticketed Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Featured-Finlandia-Forever.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170924T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170924T173000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20170421T203956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170922T143533Z UID:17378-1506268800-1506274200@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:CONCERT: Finlandia Forever\, 4 PM DESCRIPTION:Advance ticket sales for this event are now closed. Reserved seating is sold out\, but $20 standing room tickets will be available to purchase at the door beginning at 3:00 PM.\nVocalEssence Ensemble Singers\nOsmo Vänskä\, clarinet\nSara Pajunen\, fiddle \nWhile the land of the midnight sun has long been known for refreshingly bright ideas—from saunas to cell phones—its musical contributions are equally innovative. Favorite Finns Osmo Vänskä and Sara Pajunen will help us celebrate 100 years of Finnish independence\, performing music of Sibelius\, Rautavaara\, Mäntyjärvi\, Saariaho\, and others. Catch “Finn Fever” and join in with a chorus of Sibelius’s Finlandia. Presented in partnership with the American Swedish Institute and national FinnFest USA. \n  \nTickets are also available as part of a 49th Season Subscription. Single tickets go on sale on Monday\, August 7\, 2017. \nConcert Program Book\n \n  \nTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/concert-finlandia-forever-4-pm/ LOCATION:Larson Hall\, American Swedish Institute\, 2600 Park Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55407\, United States CATEGORIES:Concerts,Ticketed Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Featured-Finlandia-Forever.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170921T141500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170921T154500 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20170830T183905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170830T183918Z UID:18386-1506003300-1506008700@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:OLLI CLASS: Finlandia Forever DESCRIPTION:This year marks 100 years of independence for Finland. Philip Brunelle (VocalEssence) and Mark Sedio (Central Lutheran) will fill you with LOTS of interesting stories and play music that will give you a rich understanding of Finland’s choral music history. \n  \nIn order to sign up for this session\, you must be a member of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Learn more and sign up at: https://olli.umn.edu/osher-lifelong-learning-institute/membership \n  URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/olli-class-finlandia-forever/ LOCATION:Plymouth Congregational Church\, 1919 LaSalle Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States CATEGORIES:Osher Lifelong Learning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Featured-Finlandia-Forever-OLLI.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170813T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170813T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20170621T162207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170627T211431Z UID:18009-1502629200-1502632800@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:COMMUNITY SING: Bring the Sing on the Capitol Green DESCRIPTION:Attention\, singers of all abilities! To help celebrate the grand opening of the new Minnesota State Capitol building\, we’re teaming up with Classical Minnesota Public Radio for a very special Bring the Sing on the Capitol Green on Sunday\, August 13th. Come join other choral enthusiasts as we sing favorites from the Great American Songbook\, led by our own Associate Conductor\, G. Phillip Shoultz\, III. \nThis really is an event for all: whether you’re a choir member\, a professional vocalist\, an amateur\, or just an in-the-shower singer\, we want you there! The only requirement is that you come on time and ready to sing. \nThe event runs from 1:00-2:00 PM on Sunday. We also encourage you to take part in the other fun\, family-friendly events throughout the Capitol grand opening weekend. \nSign up through the Classical Minnesota Public Radio website to get updates and additional details on this special Bring the Sing event. We look forward to seeing you there! \nPresenters\n\n \n \n  \n  URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/community-sing-bring-the-sing-on-the-capitol-green/ CATEGORIES:Community Sing,Ticketed Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170713T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170713T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20170612T214426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170612T214426Z UID:17990-1499958000-1499961600@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:VINTAGE VOICES: Trillium Woods Vintage Voices Concert DESCRIPTION:Come and experience the sounds of the Trillium Woods Chorale in Songs of Love and Life\, an exciting program featuring selections of jazz\, American folk songs\, classical and more! Free and open to the public. Reception to follow in the Auditorium. \nTrillium Woods is a partner of the VocalEssence Vintage Voices program\, an exciting choral program that integrates the arts into the everyday lives of older adults by fostering the creation of choirs in residential assisted living communities and senior centers. Click here for more information. \nVocalEssence will not be performing on this concert. \nSPECIAL THANKS\nAlfred P. & Ann Moore\n This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant.\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund\, and a grant from the Wells Fargo Foundation Minnesota. URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/vintage-voices-trillium-woods-vintage-voices-concert/ LOCATION:Trillium Woods\, 5855 Cheshire Pkwy North\, Plymouth\, MN\, 55446\, United States CATEGORIES:Vintage Voices ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Vintage-Voices.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170711T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170711T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20170614T184625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170616T184205Z UID:18001-1499796000-1499803200@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:MNHS EVENT: Minnesota\, Place of Refuge DESCRIPTION:What does “home” mean to you? Is it a place or an idea? Is it private or shared with others? Minnesota has been a place of refuge for many people looking for a home and new life throughout its history. Join us as we explore the notion of home\, past and present\, and how communities and individuals draw strength and identity from these places. \nFollowing the presentation\, lend your voice to a dialogue about how our communities can be better homes for everyone. Special guest presenter Melanie DeMore\, singer\, songwriter and vocal activist\, will lead a conversation with guest panelists. Light refreshments will be available. \nAs part of the VocalEssence WITNESS program\, this series of dialogues aims to connect history to the present and inspire our community through dialogue to envision and work towards a better tomorrow. VocalEssence WITNESS celebrates the artistic contributions of African Americans to the fine arts and to our common cultural heritage through concerts\, recordings and comprehensive educational programs. \n  \nThis program is offered in partnership between VocalEssence and the Minnesota Historical Society. Click here for a downloadable promotional flyer for the event. \nInvitation from Melanie DeMore URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/mnhs-conversation-minnesota-place-refuge/ LOCATION:Historic Fort Snelling Visitor Center\, 200 Tower Avenue\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55111\, United States CATEGORIES:Ticketed Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Melanie-MNHS-Conversation-Featured.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170529T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170529T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20170523T153956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170525T192031Z UID:17830-1496088000-1496091600@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:Dreams of the Fallen: Music of Honor and Remembrance for Memorial Day with Steve Seel on Classical MPR DESCRIPTION:Commemorate Memorial Day by listening to a special one-hour program on Classical Minnesota Public Radio featuring the 2015 VocalEssence Dreams of the Fallen performance with special guests Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra and world-renowned pianist Jeffrey Biegel. Written by local composer Jake Runestad\, Dreams of the Fallen includes text by poet and Iraq War Veteran Brian Turner. Listen on your Classical MPR Station or stream online. URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/dreams-fallen-musical-observance-memorial-day-steve-seel/ LOCATION:Minnesota Public Radio Headquarters\, 480 Cedar Street\, St. Paul\, 55101\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/600x450_VE2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170529T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170529T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20170525T191839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170525T195613Z UID:17951-1496048400-1496052000@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:Dreams of the Fallen: Music of Honor and Remembrance for Memorial Day with Steve Seel on MPR News DESCRIPTION:Commemorate Memorial Day by listening to a special one-hour program on Minnesota Public Radio News featuring the 2015 VocalEssence Dreams of the Fallen performance with special guests Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra and world-renowned pianist Jeffrey Biegel. Written by local composer Jake Runestad\, Dreams of the Fallen includes text by poet and Iraq War Veteran Brian Turner. Listen on your MPR News Station or stream online. URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/dreams-fallen-musical-observance-memorial-day-steve-seel-mpr-news/ LOCATION:Minnesota Public Radio News ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/600x450_VE2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170504T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170504T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20170428T195919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170428T201222Z UID:17658-1493920800-1493924400@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:VINTAGE VOICES: Sabathani Vintage Voices Concert DESCRIPTION:Come and experience the sounds of the Sabathani Vintage Voices of the Sabathani Senior Center in Draw the Circle Wide\, an exciting and heartfelt program of songs and spoken word that draw us together to celebrate community\, friendship and freedom! Free and open to the public. Reception to follow in the Senior Center\, Suite 106. \nSabathani Senior Center is a partner of the VocalEssence Vintage Voices program\, an exciting choral program that integrates the arts into the everyday lives of older adults by fostering the creation of choirs in residential assisted living communities and senior centers. Click here for more information. \nVocalEssence will not be performing on this concert. \nSPECIAL THANKS\nAlfred P. & Ann Moore\n This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant.\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund\, and a grant from the Wells Fargo Foundation Minnesota. URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/vintage-voices-sabathani-vintage-voices-concert-2/ LOCATION:Sabathani Community Center Auditorium\, 310 East 38th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States CATEGORIES:Vintage Voices ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Vintage-Voices.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170502T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170502T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20160728T140713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170428T161059Z UID:16192-1493751600-1493757000@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:FAMILY CONCERT: VocalEssence ¡Cantaré! Community Concert 2017\, 7 PM DESCRIPTION:Hear our community come together as more than 500 students join VocalEssence to celebrate Mexico through song. The culmination of a year-long composer-in-residence program\, these bilingual concerts include premieres and an audience sing-along that will leave you with a renewed hope that music can change the world. \n  \nAdams Spanish Immersion School\, Saint Paul\nHighland Park Senior High School\, Saint Paul\nIrondale High School\, New Brighton\nMeadow Lake Elementary School\, New Hope\nRichard R. Green Central Park School\, Minneapolis\nWashburn High School\, Minneapolis\nUniversity of Minnesota Women’s Chorus\, Minneapolis\nVocalEssence Chorus\nG. Phillip Shoultz\, III\, conductor \n  URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/family-concert-vocalessence-cantare-community-concert-2017-7-pm/ LOCATION:Ordway Concert Hall\, 345 Washington Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States CATEGORIES:Concerts,Family Concert,Ticketed Event,¡Cantaré! ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Featured-Cantare-Concerts.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170422T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170422T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20160216T034310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170421T150521Z UID:14935-1492891200-1492898400@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:CONCERT: Miracle Mass DESCRIPTION:Advance sales for this concert are now closed. Tickets are still available and can be purchased at the door beginning at 6:30 PM on Saturday.\nJoin world-renowned pianist and composer Stephen Hough on a spiritual journey from unquestioning faith to doubt to profound joy. The Basilica of Saint Mary’s majestic setting makes the moving and deeply personal work of this MacArthur Genius even more poignant. The experience will inspire you to reflect on your own journey and\, ultimately\, remind us all of the miraculous gift of life. \nVocalEssence Chorus & Ensemble Singers\nStephen Hough\, pianist\nAaron David Miller\, organ\nPhilip Brunelle\, conductor \n  \nVOCALESSENCE 48TH SEASON SPRING CONCERT PROGRAM BOOK\n \nTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/concert-miracle-mass/ LOCATION:The Basilica of Saint Mary\, 1600 Hennepin Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States CATEGORIES:Concerts,Ticketed Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Featured-Miracle-Mass.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170422T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170422T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20160210T195443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170420T184923Z UID:14946-1492887600-1492889400@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:CONCERT CONVERSATION: Miracle Mass DESCRIPTION:Join us for a concert conversation with pianist and composer Stephen Hough hosted by Pamela Espeland\, MinnPost journalist. URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/concert-conversation-miracle-mass/ LOCATION:The Basilica of Saint Mary\, 1600 Hennepin Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States CATEGORIES:DO NOT USE ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Featured-Miracle-Mass-Concert-Conversation.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170318T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170318T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20170207T222446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170313T175047Z UID:17074-1489842000-1489849200@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:VocalEssence WITNESS Community Conversations: Legacies of Strength DESCRIPTION:Join us for a unique event featuring descendants of people who share a special connection to Fort Snelling. Lynne Jackson will share stories of her great-great-grandparents\, Dred and Harriet Scott\, whose fight for freedom led our nation closer to civil war. Sharon Harper will speak about her ancestor\, Robert Hickman\, who escaped slavery during the Civil War and found a new life in Minnesota. \nNow 160 years since the controversial Dred Scott ruling\, these guest presenters will share stories of strength\, courage and perseverance as they recount the experiences of their ancestors and exploring the importance of legacy. Following the presentation\, join in a conversation about the meaning of legacy and its importance in the 21st century. \nAs part of the VocalEssence WITNESS program\, this series of dialogues aims to connect history to the present and inspire our community through dialogue to envision and work towards a better tomorrow. VocalEssence WITNESS celebrates the artistic contributions of African-Americans to the fine arts and to our common cultural heritage through concerts\, recordings and comprehensive educational programs. \nThis program is a partnership between VocalEssence and Historic Fort Snelling and is sponsored by the Knight Foundation. \n\n \n \n \n \n Lynne Jackson\n \n \n \n \n \n Sharon Harper\n \n \n\nThank you to our sponsor URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/witness-community-conversations-minnesota-place-refuge/ LOCATION:Historic Fort Snelling Visitor Center\, 200 Tower Avenue\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55111\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,WITNESS END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170307T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170307T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20161109T190026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170307T175113Z UID:16613-1488915000-1488924000@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:CONCERT: Welcome to Minneapolis DESCRIPTION:Advance ticket reservations for this event are now closed. Tickets are still available; on-site ticketing at the Convention Center will open at 6:30 PM.\nWelcome to the North Star state where the singers are bountiful\, the conductors are inspiring\, and the composers are above average. As part of the National American Choral Directors Conference\, sample our unique sound with performances by top artists\, and hear new and classic works by famed composers including Minnesota’s only winner of the Pulitzer Prize in Music\, Dominick Argento. Round out your evening with a sing-along led by Minnesota hometown star Garrison Keillor. \nThe Singers – Minnesota Choral Artists\nVocalEssence Chorus & Ensemble Singers\nMetropolitan Symphony Orchestra\nGarrison Keillor\nPhilip Brunelle\, conductor\nMatthew Culloton\, conductor\nG. Phillip Shoultz\, III\, conductor \nPARKING \nAlways allow plenty of time for parking\, especially during adverse weather or in the case of significant downtown events. Plan to arrive at the ramp or lot at least 30 minutes before performance time to avoid delay. \nBelow is a list of nearby parking ramps. Please note\, parking fees vary by ramp. Click to view a Minneapolis Convention Center parking map. \nConvention Center Ramp (above ground parking) – 3rd Avenue South (RECOMMENDED) \nThis ramp is nearest to the Auditorium performance venue; however\, the ramp is not skyway accessible and there is no drop-off available at the East entrance to the Minneapolis Convention Center (MCC). To get to the Auditorium\, walk across 3rd Avenue South and use the outside entrance to the MCC. \nPlaza Municipal Ramp (underground parking) – 2nd Avenue & 12th Street \nThis ramp is nearest to the main entrance and drop-off area of the MCC. Exit the ramp and cross Grant Street directly to the MCC main entrance. The Auditorium performance venue is just a short walk from the entrance– proceed straight ahead as you enter the building. The ramp is skyway accessible; however\, please note the skyway route does require additional walk time. \n  \n                 \nTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS\n \n  URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/concert-welcome-minneapolis/ LOCATION:Minneapolis Convention Center Auditorium\, 1301 Second Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Featured-Welcome-to-Minneapolis-Concert.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170219T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170219T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20160216T034418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170210T213650Z UID:14934-1487520000-1487527200@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:CONCERT: VocalEssence WITNESS: Underground Railroad DESCRIPTION:Come prepared to sing\, clap and stomp along the path to freedom with Melanie DeMore. Following her sold-out concert in 2014\, Melanie returns to raise up immigrant voices past and present through songs of liberation and freedom\, illuminating Minnesota’s historic role as a sanctuary for the oppressed. \nVocalEssence Chorus\nFranklin Middle School Chorus\, Minneapolis\nNorth High School Chorus\, Minneapolis\nParkway Montessori and Community Middle School Chorus\, Saint Paul\nJohnson Senior High School Chorus\, Saint Paul\nMelanie DeMore\, guest artist\nG. Phillip Shoultz\, III\, conductor \n  \nTickets are also available as part of a 2016-2017 Season Subscription. \nVOCALESSENCE 48TH SEASON Spring CONCERT PROGRAM BOOK\n \nThank you to our sponsors URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/concert-vocalessence-witness-underground-railroad/ LOCATION:Orchestra Hall\, 1111 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, 55403\, United States CATEGORIES:Concerts,Ticketed Event,WITNESS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Featured-WITNESS-Underground-Railroad.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170219T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170219T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20160210T195218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161018T163227Z UID:14945-1487516400-1487518200@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:CONCERT CONVERSATION: VocalEssence WITNESS: Underground Railroad DESCRIPTION:Join us for a concert conversation with vocal activist Melanie DeMore hosted by Randall Davidson\, Executive Producer of the Northern Voice Festival. \nThank you to our sponsor URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/concert-conversation-vocalessence-witness-underground-railroad/ LOCATION:Orchestra Hall\, 1111 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, 55403\, United States CATEGORIES:DO NOT USE ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Featured-WITNESS-Underground-Railroad-Concert-Conversation.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170216T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170216T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20170105T205754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170106T174140Z UID:16863-1487268000-1487273400@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:BACKSTAGE PASS: VocalEssence WITNESS Dress Rehearsal DESCRIPTION:Head backstage at Orchestra Hall to meet guest artist Melanie DeMore\, Associate Conductor G. Phillip Shoultz\, III\, and participants of VocalEssence WITNESS\, which offers in-school workshops for students and invites schools to attend the VocalEssence WITNESS Young People’s Concerts. Stay to hear a sneak peek of the VocalEssence WITNESS: Underground Railroad concert dress rehearsal. URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/backstage-pass-witness/ LOCATION:Orchestra Hall\, 1111 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, 55403\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,WITNESS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/BSPE_DressRehearsalWebGraphics_600x450_1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Elissa Weller":MAILTO:rsvp@vocalessence.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170114T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170114T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20161121T231739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161215T225933Z UID:16676-1484384400-1484422200@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:FESTIVAL: Together We Sing DESCRIPTION:Join us for Together We Sing\, a free Saturday festival where we will explore songs of hope and unity from a wide array of cultural perspectives\, engage in conversation\, and fellowship over food. Special musical guests from the community will join us throughout the day to enrich our experience. Now\, more than ever\, we need to raise our voices together in song! \nMelanie DeMore\, guest artist\nComMUSICation\nG. Phillip Shoultz\, III\, conductor \nFestival Schedule\n9 am-12 pm: Session #1 (rehearsal of songs\, conversation groups\, and special performance)\n12 pm-1 pm: Lunch\n1 pm-4 pm: Session #2 (rehearsal of songs\, conversation groups\, and special performance)\n4 pm-6 pm: Dinner break\n6 pm: Final public sharing session \n \nThank You to Our Sponsors\n \n \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/together-sing-festival/ LOCATION:Central High School Auditorium\, 275 Lexington Ave N\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55104\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Sing,Ticketed Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Featured-Together-We-Sing-Festival.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170113T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170113T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20160216T035114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170113T222958Z UID:14949-1484334000-1484339400@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:COMMUNITY SING: Melanie DeMore DESCRIPTION:ADVANCE REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS NOW CLOSED. Space is still available\, and you can register at the door beginning at 6:00 PM\nStomp and sing with self-described “vocal activist” Melanie DeMore at a rousing community sing. Bring your outdoor voice and connect with your neighbors as Melanie inspires you to create sanctuary in your community and within yourself. No experience necessary. \nTickets are FREE. \nFor more information\, call 612-547-1451. \nThank you to our sponsors\n This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund\, and a grant from the Wells Fargo Foundation Minnesota.\n  \n \n  URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/community-sing-melanie-demore/ LOCATION:Auditorium\, Creative Arts Secondary School\, 65 Kellogg Boulevard East\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Sing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Featured-Melanie-DeMore-Community-Sing.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170112T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170112T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20161129T230038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161129T230038Z UID:16709-1484244000-1484247600@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:LULLABY PROJECT: Listening and Sharing Session DESCRIPTION:Join us in this child friendly celebration of literacy and song\, as members of the Ensemble Singers premiere five newly written lullabies\, composed by select African-American students from Longfellow Alternative High School with the assistance of WITNESS guest artist Melanie DeMore and the VocalEssence Lullaby team. \nMothers from Longfellow Alternative High School\nOctet of VocalEssence Ensemble Singers\nMelanie DeMore\, guest artist\nG. Phillip Shoultz\, III\, conductor \nTo protect the privacy of participants\, this event is by invitation only. URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/lullaby-project-listening-sharing-session/ LOCATION:Holy Trinity Lutheran Church\, 2730 East 31st Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Concert,Ticketed Event,WITNESS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Featured-Lullaby-Project-Listening-and-Sharing-Session-2017.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161211T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161211T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182454 CREATED:20160216T034509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161209T171956Z UID:14933-1481472000-1481479200@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:CONCERT: Welcome Christmas\, Minneapolis DESCRIPTION:ADVANCE TICKET SALES FOR THIS EVENT ARE NOW CLOSED. TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE AND CAN BE PURCHASED AT THE DOOR BEGINNING AT 2:30 PM.\nJourney to Bethlehem this Christmas to experience the wonder and awe of the nativity with Conrad Susa’s Carols & Lullabies. This playfully charming setting of the Christmas story weaves in music of Mexico and the American Southwest accompanied by harp\, marimba and guitar. Tap your toes to contest-winning carols for choir and vibraphone\, and round off your experience with a sing-along of your favorites to get you in the Christmas spirit. \nVocalEssence Chorus & Ensemble Singers\nPhilip Brunelle\, conductor\nG. Phillip Shoultz\, III\, conductor \n  \nTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS\n \nVOCALESSENCE 48TH SEASON FALL CONCERT PROGRAM BOOK URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/concert-welcome-christmas-minneapolis-4/ LOCATION:Plymouth Congregational Church\, 1919 LaSalle Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States CATEGORIES:Concerts,Ticketed Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Featured-Welcome-Christmas-2016.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR