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Civic Music - Concert Series

Sons of the Pioneers

Albert Lea High School Auditorium 2000 Tiger Ln, Albert Lea, MN, United States

The Sons of the Pioneers, formed in 1934, is known as the original “singing cowboy” band instrumental in creating the earliest sounds of western music. Founded by Roy Rogers (then known as Leonard Slye), Bob Nolan and Time Spencer the band has remained together continuously since then, rotating a total of 46 members over the years. This award-winning, legendary band continues to gain fans young and old, playing original favorites like Cool Water and Tumbling Tumbleweeds along with gems from the early days. These five talent-infused musicians (including Roy Roger's son) continue to add a new level of energy to this classic genre, taking audiences time-traveling into the great American west with them. 

The Met: Live in HD

Lucia di Lammermoor

Marion Ross Performing Arts Center 147 N Broadway Ave, Albert Lea, MN, United States

On May 21, soprano Nadine Sierra takes on one of the repertory’s most formidable and storied roles, the haunted heroine of Lucia di Lammermoor, in an electrifying new staging by in-demand Australian theater and film director Simon Stone, conducted by Riccardo Frizza. Show-stopping tenor Javier Camarena adds to the bel canto fireworks as Lucia’s beloved, Edgardo, with baritone Artur Ruci?ski as her overbearing brother, Enrico, and bass Matthew Rose as her tutor, Raimondo. This live cinema transmission is part of the Met’s award-winning Live in HD series, bringing opera to movie theaters across the globe.

The Met: Live in HD

Hamlet

Marion Ross Performing Arts Center 147 N Broadway Ave, Albert Lea, MN, United States

When Australian composer Brett Dean’s Hamlet had its world premiere at the Glyndebourne Festival in 2017, The Guardian declared, “New opera doesn’t often get to sound this good … Shakespeare offers a gauntlet to composers that shouldn’t always be picked up, but Dean’s Hamlet rises to the challenge.” On June 4, this riveting contemporary masterpiece appears live in cinemas, with Neil Armfield, who directed the work’s premiere, bringing his acclaimed staging to the Met stage. Many of the original cast members have followed, including tenor Allan Clayton in the title role. Nicholas Carter makes his Met debut conducting a remarkable ensemble, which also features soprano Brenda Rae as Ophelia, mezzo-soprano Sarah Connolly as Gertrude, baritone Rod Gilfry as Claudius, and legendary bass John Tomlinson as the ghost of Hamlet’s father. This live cinema transmission is part of the Met’s award-winning Live in HD series, bringing opera to movie theaters across the globe.

The Met: Live in HD

Turandot

Marion Ross Performing Arts Center 147 N Broadway Ave, Albert Lea, MN, United States

Superstar Anna Netrebko makes her long-awaited Met role debut as Puccini’s icy princess—seen live in cinemas on May 7. Tenor Yonghoon Lee is the bold prince determined to win Turandot’s love, alongside soprano Ermonela Jaho as the devoted servant Liù legendary bass Ferruccio Furlanetto as the blind king Timur. Marco Armiliato conducts Puccini’s stirring score. This live cinema transmission is part of the Met’s award-winning Live in HD series, bringing opera to movie theaters across the globe.

Civic Music - Concert Series

Brothers

Albert Lea High School Auditorium 2000 Tiger Ln, Albert Lea, MN, United States

Jim Witter and Ian Tanner join forces in a new show, "Brothers," featuring hits of “musical brothers” like Lennon & McCartney, Hall & Oates, & others

Civic Music - Concert Series

Jeeyoon Kim

Albert Lea High School Auditorium 2000 Tiger Ln, Albert Lea, MN, United States

Classical pianist Jeeyoon Kim delights audiences with a sparkling combination of sensitive artistry, broad emotional range, and impeccable technique. At the 2018 Global Music Awards Jeeyoon became a two Gold Medal winner for Emerging Artist and Instrumentalist at Global Music Awards. Jeeyoon Kim provides a uniquely engaging and innovative concert experience, including beautiful videos to

Civic Music - Concert Series

Frisson Ensemble

Albert Lea High School Auditorium 2000 Tiger Ln, Albert Lea, MN, United States

Frisson is America’s hottest new classical group from New York City that is known for performing a wide variety of genres and styles including classical, popular, folk and jazz. The American Tribute Tour will feature beloved music from Gershwin and Cole Porter, melodies from Appalachian Spring, American themes from Dvorak’s music, ragtime from Scott Joplin

Civic Music Meetings

2023 Annual Meeting

Zion Lutheran Church 924 Bridge Ave, Albert Lea, MN, United States

Albert Lea Civic Music will hold its 2023 Annual Meeting. The meeting will take place at Zion Lutheran Church in Albert Lea.  Ticket holders may contact president Diane Heaney in advance with agenda items pertinent to the organization.  diane.hean@gmail.com

Civic Music - Concert Series

Take 3

Albert Lea High School Auditorium 2000 Tiger Ln, Albert Lea, MN, United States

Take 3 is a classical crossover trio led by virtuoso violinist Lindsay Deutsch, plus piano & cello. With a flair for the wild and unexpected, the genre-bending trio, Take 3 brings the refinement of a rigorous classical musical background and mixes it with rock-star charisma. Whether performing their take on pop, jazz, movie themes, or

Civic Music - Concert Series

Copper Street Brass

Albert Lea High School Auditorium 2000 Tiger Ln, Albert Lea, MN, United States

Copper Street Brass is a Minneapolis-based sextet composed of two trumpets, trombone, tuba, French horn and percussion with several members doubling on keyboard, percussion, guitars and electric instruments. Copper Street Brass presents a variety of music in bold innovative ways with a friendly and charming stage presence. “That ‘70s Show” cleverly features music from the

Scholarships

Scholarship Showcase Recital

The First Presbyterian Church of Albert Lea 308 Water St, Albert Lea, MN, United States

An annual event, the Showcase Recital features short performances from all 2022 Civic Music Scholarship recipients.  This year’s recital will feature performances on piano, organ, violin, alto saxophone, French horn, and voice.  Join Albert Lea Civic Music as we recognize our many young artists in the Albert Lea area. ** This is a free event

Scholarships

Scholarship Auditions

The First Presbyterian Church of Albert Lea 308 Water St, Albert Lea, MN, United States

Each spring, the Albert Lea Civic Music Association holds auditions and awards scholarships to local musicians interested in furthering their musical studies.  For more information, including eligibility and requirements, please view our Scholarship Brochures.