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Upcoming Performances |
Photo credit: Reaction Studios |
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Thursday, May 8, 2008 at 1:30 PM Ka Leo: The Voice The History and Living Tradition of Hawaiian Song Part of A World Music Cruise Lecture/Demo Series -> An exploration of Hawaii's legends, mythology, spirituality, and humanity through music and dance with artists Kim Sueoka and Dustin Wirth. This presentation will focus on ancient Hawaiian chant and hula, and the story of their survival. We will also discuss the unique genres of music that have been created as a result of Hawaii's contact with the west, including Hawaiian Hymnody, Hawaiian Art Song, Paniolo (Cowboy) Songs, and Hapa-Haole (Part-Foreign) Songs. O'Shaughnessy Educational Center Auditorium University of St. Thomas St. Paul Campus Sunday, May 11, 2008 at 3:00 PM Gregorian Vespers Series with The Rose Ensemble Basilica of St. Mary 88 North 17th Street Downtown Minneapolis *This service is open to the public Friday, May 16, 2008 at 7:30 PM Love and Madness in the 17th Century Jane Peck, period dance, castanets, and narration Kim Sueoka, soprano Phil Rukavina, lute Julie Elhard, viola da gamba -> Monteverdi, Frescobaldi, Dowland, Blow, and more! St. Luke’s Episcopal Church 4557 Colfax South (46th Street West at Colfax Avenue South) Minneapolis 55419 Tickets will be available at the door. Suggested donation: $15 adults/$10 children and seniors. For more information, email Jane Peck at revels@janepeck.com or call (612) 759-0776. Saturday, May 17, 2008 at 8:00 PM Minnesota Guitar Society Classical Guitarathon Featuring Beatrice Blanc, James Flegel, Jacob Jonker, Linh Kauffman, Steven Newbrough, Christopher Olson, Annett Richter, David Schmalenberger, Sarah Schmalenberger, Jean Seils, Kim Sueoka, and Todd Tipton. -> Duos, a trio, soloists! Violin, lute, voice, horn, percussion, guitars! New friends and familiar faces! Don't miss this one!! Sundin Music Hall Hamline University 1536 Hewitt Avenue Saint Paul 55104 Link to Sundin Hall, including map, directions and parking information. For advance tickets and more information, please visit mnguitar.org, or call (612) 677-1151 More information about this concert is available in PDF format: click to access Minnesota Guitar Society's Monthly Newsletter Saturday, May 31, 2008 at 8:00 PM Minnesota Public Radio Presents Cafe Europa II with Dan Chouinard Featuring Maria Jette, Peter Ostroushko, Dirk Freymuth, Josette Antomarchi, John Munson, the Rose Ensemble, and the Brass Messengers. The Fitzgerald Theater 10 East Exchange Street Downtown St. Paul 55101 Link to map and directions For advance tickets and more information, visit The Fitzgerald Theater's website, or call (651) 290-1200. Sunday, June 1, 2008 at 2:00 PM Recital: Songs of Earth and Heaven Todd Tipton, Baroque Guitar and Classical Guitar Kim Sueoka, Soprano -> Works by Jose Marin, Daniel Pinkham, and Heitor Villa-Lobos. Lloyd Ultan Recital Hall Located inside Ferguson Hall University of Minnesota 2106 4th Street South Minneapolis, 55455 Link to directions and parking This event is FREE and open to the public. June 5 - 17, 2008 Travel and performances with The Rose Ensemble La Fabbrica del Canto International Choral Festival, Italy Thursday, July 3, 2008 at 7:30 PM Outdoor concert of Hawaiian Music Presented by The Riverview Economic Development Association -> Vocalist Kim Sueoka and guitarist Wade Oden fill the air with music in celebration of the heart and history of Hawai‘i. This program will showcase the lively, witty, rich, and reflective songs of our neighbors across the Pacific. Feel free to sing and dance along – hula skirts optional! Parque Castillo 149 Cesar Chavez Street St. Paul For more information, please visit REDA's website: districtdelsol.com, or call (651) 222-6347. Sunday, July 13, 2008 at 7:00 PM The Rose Ensemble Bon Voyage Concert: A Celebration of Friends & Fortune A special concert of audience favorites from the last decade! Between extended tours in Italy & France, The Rose Ensemble returns home to share with you the music that’s been making waves in Europe. Join us at the beloved St. Paul Seminary Chapel for an hour-long concert featuring popular selections from our discs Fire of the Soul, Na Mele Hawaii, Rosa das Rosas, and more (plus a preview of our forthcoming CD!) After the show, enjoy wine and hors d’oeuvres with the musicians in the lovely Seminary Courtyard – a celebration of the hometown friends who have helped this Minnesota group make its mark on the world. St. Paul Seminary Chapel and Courtyard St. Paul Seminary School of Divinity 2260 Summit Avenue St. Paul, 55105 For advance tickets and more information, please visit roseensemble.org or call (651) 225-4340. July 17 - August 2, 2008 Travel and performances with The Rose Ensemble Festival Musique en Morvan and Festival des Choeurs Laureats in Vaison, France Monday, September 1, 2008, Two performances between 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM The Rose Ensemble: Traditional Hawaiian Songs and Hula Minnesota State Fair St. Paul, Minnesota September 13 - 17, 2008 Travel and performances with The Rose Ensemble La Derniere Reine d'Hawai, Festival D'Ile de France, Larchant Slavic Wonders, Festival de Musiques Anciennes, Eglise Notre Dame La Riche, Tours, France |