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/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/New_York:20170502T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170502T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135543 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:20260403T135543 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\nhttps://issuu.com/vocalessence/docs/ve-spring2017_program-final_pages \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:20260403T135544 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:20260403T135544 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:20260403T135544 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:20260403T135544 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\nhttps://issuu.com/vocalessence/docs/ve-spring2017_program-final_pages \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:20260403T135544 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:20260403T135544 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:20260403T135544 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:20260403T135544 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:20260403T135544 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:20260403T135544 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\nhttp://issuu.com/vocalessence/docs/vocalessence_fall_concert_program_b?e=23224272/39351974 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161210T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161210T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135544 CREATED:20160216T034551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161209T171905Z UID:14932-1481385600-1481392800@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\nhttp://issuu.com/vocalessence/docs/vocalessence_fall_concert_program_b?e=23224272/39351974 URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/concert-welcome-christmas-minneapolis-3/ 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161210T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161210T114500 DTSTAMP:20260403T135544 CREATED:20160216T034635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161209T171649Z UID:14939-1481367600-1481370300@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:FAMILY CONCERT: Star of Wonder\, 11 AM DESCRIPTION:ADVANCE TICKET SALES FOR THIS EVENT ARE NOW CLOSED. TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE AND CAN BE PURCHASED AT THE DOOR BEGINNING AT 10:30 AM.\nClap\, wiggle and sing along to your favorite carols at our 45-minute family holiday concert. Sit up close and experience the wonder of choral singing (maybe even for the first time). Pillows\, baby bottles and teddy bears welcome! \nMembers of the VocalEssence Ensemble Singers\nPhilip Brunelle\, conductor\nG. Phillip Shoultz\, III\, conductor \n  \nTICKETS: $12 Adults\, $8 Child (Age 4-17)\, FREE (Age 3 & Under) \n  \nVOCALESSENCE 48TH SEASON FALL CONCERT PROGRAM BOOK\nhttp://issuu.com/vocalessence/docs/vocalessence_fall_concert_program_b?e=23224272/39351974 URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/family-concert-star-of-wonder-11-am-2/ LOCATION:Plymouth Congregational Church\, 1919 LaSalle Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States CATEGORIES:Concerts,Family Concert,Ticketed Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Featured-Star-of-Wonder.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161210T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161210T101500 DTSTAMP:20260403T135544 CREATED:20160216T034726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161209T171531Z UID:14937-1481362200-1481364900@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:FAMILY CONCERT: Star of Wonder\, 9:30 AM DESCRIPTION:ADVANCE TICKET SALES FOR THIS EVENT ARE NOW CLOSED. TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE AND CAN BE PURCHASED AT THE DOOR BEGINNING AT 9:00 AM.\nClap\, wiggle and sing along to your favorite carols at our 45-minute family holiday concert. Sit up close and experience the wonder of choral singing (maybe even for the first time). Pillows\, baby bottles and teddy bears welcome! \nMembers of the VocalEssence Ensemble Singers\nPhilip Brunelle\, conductor\nG. Phillip Shoultz\, III\, conductor \n  \nTICKETS: $12 Adults\, $8 Child (Age 4-17)\, FREE (Age 3 & Under) \n  \nVOCALESSENCE 48TH SEASON FALL CONCERT PROGRAM BOOK\nhttp://issuu.com/vocalessence/docs/vocalessence_fall_concert_program_b?e=23224272/39351974 URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/family-concert-star-of-wonder-2/ LOCATION:Plymouth Congregational Church\, 1919 LaSalle Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States CATEGORIES:Concerts,Family Concert,Ticketed Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Featured-Star-of-Wonder.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161209T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161209T213000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135544 CREATED:20160216T034809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161209T171745Z UID:14931-1481311800-1481319000@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:CONCERT: Welcome Christmas\, Roseville DESCRIPTION:ADVANCE TICKET SALES FOR THIS EVENT ARE NOW CLOSED. TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE AND CAN BE PURCHASED AT THE DOOR BEGINNING AT 6:30 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  \nVOCALESSENCE 48TH SEASON FALL CONCERT PROGRAM BOOK\nhttp://issuu.com/vocalessence/docs/vocalessence_fall_concert_program_b?e=23224272/39351974 URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/concert-welcome-christmas-roseville-2/ 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/2016/02/Featured-Welcome-Christmas-2016.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161203T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161203T213000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135544 CREATED:20160216T034904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161205T163255Z UID:14930-1480793400-1480800600@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:CONCERT: Welcome Christmas\, Apple Valley DESCRIPTION:Advance ticket sales for this event are now closed. Tickets are still available and can be purchased at the door beginning at 6:30 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  \nTickets are also available as part of a 2016-2017 Season Subscription. \nTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS\n \nVOCALESSENCE 48TH SEASON FALL CONCERT PROGRAM BOOK\nhttp://issuu.com/vocalessence/docs/vocalessence_fall_concert_program_b?e=23224272/39351974 URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/concert-welcome-christmas/ LOCATION:Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church\, 12650 Johnny Cake Ridge Road\, Apple Valley\, MN\, 55124\, 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161117T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161117T235500 DTSTAMP:20260403T135544 CREATED:20161116T230701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161116T230701Z UID:16648-1479340800-1479426900@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:Give to the Max Day 2016 DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, November 17\, 2016 is Give to the Max Day! \n6\,567 students are slated to attend the VocalEssence WITNESS Young People’s Concerts this February (1\,000 more students than last season!). In order to make the concerts possible for everyone\, we need to raise $25 per student. \nSponsor a seat (or two) and pay it forward this holiday season. Just $25 will give what one student called “absolutely amazing!” \nIf you are a new donor\, a board member will match your Give to the Max Day contributions up to $1\,500! \nSponsor a seat in honor of someone (birthday\, holiday\, or life event) and VocalEssence will send the honoree a personalized card describing the gift. \nHelp us fill the hall this February! URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/give-max-day-2016/ LOCATION:MN CATEGORIES:WITNESS END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161031 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161203 DTSTAMP:20260403T135544 CREATED:20160919T175753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161031T200704Z UID:16384-1477872000-1480723199@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:VocalEssence 48th Season Subscription DESCRIPTION:Our 48th Season will inspire you and expand your choral horizons\, with soul-stirring premieres\, distinguished collaborations\, and guest artists that are sure to delight and surprise. \nLearn more about this season’s concerts and events below; you can also browse the 2016-2017 Season Brochure below\, use our Searchable Calendar to find performances by date\, and read about our Ticket Discounts and Policies. \nSeason concerts—From the heartwarming to the hilarious\, there is something for everyone.\n \nFamily concerts and events—Holiday favorites like Star of Wonder and Community Sings with guest artists. \nSelect two\, three\, or all four season concerts to subscribe and save up to 30%. Season Subscriber benefits include: \n\nBest Deal of the Season with Reserved\, Preferred Seating\nDiscounted Tickets for Guests\nFree Ticket Exchanges & Lost Ticket Replacement\nNEW! Community Sing Priority Registration\nNEW! Pay It Forward Program: Worried that you cannot make a performance? Subscribers are automatically a part of the Pay It Forward Program where a turned back ticket goes to a student to attend a VocalEssence concert. VocalEssence partners with Project SUCCESS to offer free tickets to more than 100 students annually.\n\n48th Season Brochure\nhttp://issuu.com/vocalessence/docs/ve-2016-2017_9x6_booklet_finalhr-pa/1 URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/vocalessence-48th-season-subscription/ LOCATION:Orchestra Hall\, 1111 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, 55403\, United States CATEGORIES:Concerts,Family Concert,Ticketed Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Featured-48th-Season.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161016T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161016T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135544 CREATED:20160216T034951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161205T165025Z UID:14928-1476633600-1476640800@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:CONCERT: The Voyage DESCRIPTION:Advance sales for this event are now closed. Tickets are still available and can be purchased at the door beginning at 2:30 PM on Sunday\, October 16.\nAs a chill hits the air\, wrap yourself in the warm sounds of choral music and recall times when the kindness of others created a path out of loneliness. Sit back and enjoy two premieres that chart a course from solitude to security using singing as a compass. Bob Chilcott’s The Voyage unites voices from three generations to amplify ageless truths\, while Quilt Songs stitches together works created by contemporary quilter Kay McCarthy\, timeless poetry\, and the music of five prominent women composers (Carol Barnett\, Ysaÿe Barnwell\, Gabriela Frank\, Libby Larsen\, and Alice Parker) to celebrate the seasons of life. Hear excerpts from the Bard himself on the subject\, as new Guthrie Theater director Joseph Haj reads famous Shakespearean monologues commemorating the 400th anniversary of his death. \nVocalEssence Chorus & Ensemble Singers\nMinneapolis Youth Chorus\nVoices of Experience\nInstrumental Chamber Ensemble\nJoseph Haj\, actor\nPhilip Brunelle\, conductor\nG. Phillip Shoultz\, III\, conductor \n  \nTickets are also available as part of a 2016-2017 Season Subscription. \nTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS\n \nVocalEssence 48th Season Fall Concert Program Book\nhttp://issuu.com/vocalessence/docs/vocalessence_fall_concert_program_b?e=23224272/39351974 \nQuilt Songs Concert Program Insert\nhttp://issuu.com/vocalessence/docs/vocalessence_the_voyage_concert_ins?e=23224272/39352033 URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/concert-the-voyage/ LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404\, United States CATEGORIES:Concerts,Ticketed Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Featured-The-Voyage.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161016T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161016T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135544 CREATED:20160210T194945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160510T152252Z UID:14944-1476630000-1476631800@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:CONCERT CONVERSATION: The Voyage DESCRIPTION:Join us for a concert conversation with Nick Nash and contemporary quilter Kay McCarthy hosted by Randall Davidson. URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/concert-conversation-the-voyage/ LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404\, United States CATEGORIES:DO NOT USE ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Featured-The-Voyage-Concert-Conversation.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161015T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161015T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135544 CREATED:20160216T035038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161014T184913Z UID:14947-1476540000-1476545400@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:COMMUNITY SING: Alice Parker & Ysaÿe Barnwell DESCRIPTION:Advance registration for this event is now closed. Tickets are still available and can be purchased at the door.\nNo one knows better the power of singing together than the queens of choral music\, Alice Parker and Ysaÿe Barnwell. Join us at this immersive community sing to feed your soul and rediscover the power of your own voice. No experience necessary. \nTickets are $25. Parking in the Peoples Bank ramp will be validated (the ramp is on the same block as Creative Arts Secondary School). \nFor more information\, call 612-547-1451. URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/community-sing-alice-parker-ysaye-barnwell/ 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-Alice-Parker-and-Ysaye-Barnwell-Community-Sing.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160928T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160928T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135544 CREATED:20160823T210651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160823T210651Z UID:16272-1475071200-1475074800@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:VINTAGE VOICES: Presbyterian Homes at Folkestone Concert DESCRIPTION:Come and experience the sounds of Presbyterian Homes & Services at Folkestone’s new choir – The Folkestone Singers – in an exciting program featuring selections of jazz\, classical\, spirituals\, folk songs and more. Free and open to the public. Seating is limited. Reception to follow. \nPresbyterian Homes & Services at Folkestone is part of a new VocalEssence community engagement program called Vintage Voices\, an exciting new choral program that integrates the arts into the everyday lives of older adults by fostering the creation of choirs in assisted living facilities 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-presbyterian-homes-folkestone-concert/ LOCATION:Presbyterian Homes & Services at Folkestone\, 100 Promenade Avenue\, Wayzata\, MN\, 55391\, 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:20160927T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160927T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135544 CREATED:20160823T205309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160823T205309Z UID:16269-1474983000-1474986600@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:VINTAGE VOICES: Augustana Open Circle of Hopkins Concert DESCRIPTION:Come and experience the sounds of Augustana Open Circle of Hopkins’ new choir – The Open Circle Vintage Voices – in an exciting program featuring selections of jazz\, spirituals\, folk songs and more. Free and open to the public. Seating is limited. Reception to follow. \nAugustana Open Circle of Hopkins is part of a new VocalEssence community engagement program called Vintage Voices\, an exciting new choral program that integrates the arts into the everyday lives of older adults by fostering the creation of choirs in assisted living facilities 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-augustana-open-circle-hopkins-concert/ LOCATION:Augustana Open Circle\, 34 Tenth Avenue S.\, Hopkins\, MN\, 55343\, 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:20160714T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160714T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135544 CREATED:20160713T172031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160714T151850Z UID:16123-1468524600-1468528200@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:COMMUNITY EVENT: A Bridge of Song DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Classical Minnesota Public Radio\, you are invited to a free concert Thursday\, July 14\, 2016 at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Minneapolis. Tesfa Wondemagegnehu\, Classical MPR manager of choral initiatives\, and our own G. Phillip Shoultz\, III\, associate conductor\, will lead singers in a program featuring special guests Fred Steele\, JD Steele and Dessa. The event will last approximately one hour and consist largely of music\, interspersed with brief inspirational and meditative readings. Run concurrently with a community sing in Dallas\, TX\, the concert will feature a moment when attendees at both events join together in song. \n\n5-7 pm: Come early to rehearse and sing with the community choir. If possible\, please fill out this link to RSVP\, and make sure to enter through the 12th and Marquette Avenue door at Westminster Presbyterian Church for the rehearsal.\n7:30-8:30 pm: A Bridge of Song\n\nRead more at classicalmpr.org\n\nCan’t attend?\nListen to a live stream of the event on Classical MPR’s Facebook page. Participants are encouraged to use the hashtag #BridgeofSong. Classical MPR will also be playing a selection of music reflecting hope and unity during this time. URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/a-bridge-of-song/ LOCATION:Westminster Presbyterian Church\, 1200 Marquette Avenue South\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Sing,Ensemble Singers,Ticketed Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Bridge-of-Song-Website-Featured-Image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160524T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160524T213000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135544 CREATED:20160518T165103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160518T171728Z UID:15746-1464118200-1464125400@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:Champlin Park High School Choir Concert with Sabathani Vintage Voices DESCRIPTION:Come and experience the sounds of Champlin Park High School’s choirs\, which will include the Viva Voce choir directed by Margaret Sabin with guest artists Sabathani Vintage Voices directed by Robert Graham and accompanied by John Jenson performing a new commission by Catherine Dalton. Open to the public.  $5 tickets will be available at the door. \nSabathani Senior Center is part of a new VocalEssence community engagement program called Vintage Voices\, an exciting new choral program that integrates the arts into the everyday lives of older adults by fostering the creation of choirs in assisted living facilities and senior centers. Click here for more information. \nVocalEssence will not be performing on this concert. URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/champlin-park-high-school-concert-sabathani-vintage-voices/ LOCATION:Champlin Park High School Auditorium\, 6025 109th Ave. N\, Champlin\, MN\, 55316\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/VintageVoicesSabathani-122-website-e1478638263825.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160523T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160523T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135544 CREATED:20150313T182708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160404T185451Z UID:10946-1464033600-1464037200@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:FAMILY CONCERT: VocalEssence ¡Cantaré! Community Concert 2016 DESCRIPTION:Experience the music of our southern neighbors at a multi-generational fiesta! Prominent Mexican composers work as composers-in-residence with school choirs\, community choruses\, and VocalEssence to bring the sounds of Mexico to Minnesota. Join us for a family-friendly\, bilingual music celebration! \nFeaturing:\nChamplin Park High School\, Champlin\nCristo Rey Jesuit High School\, Minneapolis\nNorthport Elementary School\, Brooklyn Center\nVocalEssence Ensemble Singers \nSeason Sponsor\n\nConcert Sponsors\nAnna M. Heilmaier Charitable Foundation\nHubbard Broadcasting Foundation \n \n \n\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  URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/family-concert-vocalessence-cantare-community-concert-2016/ 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/2015/03/600x450_VE10.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160523T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160523T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135544 CREATED:20150313T182730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160404T191341Z UID:10943-1464026400-1464030000@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:FAMILY CONCERT: VocalEssence ¡Cantaré! Community Concert 2016 DESCRIPTION:Experience the music of our southern neighbors at a multi-generational fiesta! Prominent Mexican composers work as composers-in-residence with school choirs\, community choruses\, and VocalEssence to bring the sounds of Mexico to Minnesota. Join us for a family-friendly\, bilingual music celebration! \nFeaturing:\nLongfellow Alternative High School (Carnegie Hall Lullaby Project Partner)\, Minneapolis\nFolwell School\, Performing Arts Magnet\, Minneapolis\nHiawatha Leadership Academies\, Minneapolis\nCentral High School\, Saint Paul\nVocalEssence Ensemble Singers \nSeason Sponsor\n\nConcert Sponsors\nAnna M. Heilmaier Charitable Foundation\nHubbard Broadcasting Foundation \n \n  \n  \n \n\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/family-concert-vocalessence-cantare-community-concert-2016-2/ 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/2015/03/600x450_VE10.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160520T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160520T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135544 CREATED:20160310T170304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160406T141602Z UID:15381-1463769000-1463772600@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:EDUCATION: VocalEssence ¡Cantaré! Listening and Sharing Session for Carnegie Hall's Lullaby Project DESCRIPTION:As part of Carnegie Hall’s Lullaby Project\, VocalEssence will host a listening and sharing session of six newly written lullabies\, jointly composed by select students from Longfellow Alternative High School and VocalEssence ¡Cantaré! composer Francisco Zúñiga\, and performed by an octet of VocalEssence Ensemble Singers directed by Associate Conductor G. Phillip Shoultz\, III.  Reception to follow. \nBecause of the private nature of the material\, this event is available by invitation only\, and closed to the public. \n  URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/vocalessence-cantare-listening-sharing-session-carnegie-halls-lullaby-project/ LOCATION:Holy Trinity Lutheran Church\, 2730 East 31st Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,¡Cantaré! ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Lullaby-Project-Danas-Letter-Spanish-and-English-side-by-side.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160516 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160517 DTSTAMP:20260403T135544 CREATED:20160308T201610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160308T201610Z UID:15127-1463356800-1463443199@www.vocalessence.org SUMMARY:AUDITION: 2016-2017 Season DESCRIPTION:VocalEssence is synonymous with excellence in choral performance\, and our choruses are recognized internationally for flawless sound\, innovative programming\, and commitment to today’s composers. \nAuditions for all voice parts for the VocalEssence Chorus & Ensemble Singers will begin April 17 and run through May. Additional dates may be added as audition times are filled. There is a $12 non-refundable fee for auditioning for the Ensemble Singers (eight paid positions per section; professional experience required) or Chorus (approximately 100 volunteer positions). \nVisit the audition page for complete details and sign up today. URL:https://www.vocalessence.org/event/audition-2016-2017-season-3/ LOCATION:Plymouth Congregational Church\, 1919 LaSalle Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States CATEGORIES:Chorus,Ensemble Singers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vocalessence.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Audition-Featured-Image.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR