American Tune with Tom Glynn
2025-09-06 19:00 (America/Chicago) | E.B. Stillman Auditorium, 1601 3rd Ave N, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
American Tune with Tom Glynn takes you on a magical trip back to the 1970s to experience the timeless music and prolific songwriting of Paul Simon, Jim Croce and James Taylor. Relive the intimate storytelling, intricate chord changes and breathtaking melodies of these gifted artists. Award-Winning Tom Glynn is a John Lennon Songwriting Contest winner and a Boston Music Award nominee for Outstanding Songwriter.
Dates and times for reciprocity concerts subject to change. Please visit the Clear Lake Concert Association to confirm the concert date and time.

American Tune with Tom Glynn
2025-09-07 15:00 | Albert Lea High School Auditorium, 2000 Tiger Ln, Albert Lea, MN, 56007, United States
American Tune with Tom Glynn takes you on a magical trip back to the 1970s to experience the timeless music and prolific songwriting of Paul Simon, Jim Croce and James Taylor. Relive the intimate storytelling, intricate chord changes and breathtaking melodies of these gifted artists. Award-Winning Tom Glynn is a John Lennon Songwriting Contest winner and a Boston Music Award nominee for Outstanding Songwriter.

Dan Miller's AmeriCoustic
2025-10-08 19:00 | E.B. Stillman Auditorium, 1601 3rd Ave N, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
For nearly 20 years, award-winning television host Dan Miller has brought his unique brand of music, humor, western history and poetry to audiences from around the globe. With Dan on lead vocals, guitar and harmonica, and Wendy Corr singing lead and harmony vocals and playing the bass guitar and fiddle, Dan Miller’s AmeriCoustic is first-class, wholesome family entertainment.
The duo presents a variety of song stylings, from traditional western fare such as “Back In the Saddle” and “Rawhide” to iconic tunes from Simon and Garfunkel, Patsy Cline and Marty Robbins. In recent years, the Cody, Wyoming-based group has had the opportunity to take their show on the road, and have delighted audiences from coast to coast, with well over 50 community concerts to their credit.
Dates and times for reciprocity concerts subject to change. Please visit the Clear Lake Concert Association to confirm the concert date and time.

M5 The Mexican Brass
2025-10-23 19:00 | Albert Lea High School Auditorium, 2000 Tiger Ln, Albert Lea, MN, 56007, United States
Celebrating 20 years as a brass quintet in 2025, M5 The Mexican Brass, is a world-class ensemble seamlessly blending virtuosic musicianship, non-stop audience interaction, and showmanship to produce a great musical-theatrical experience every night!
M5 has toured the world—literally—having played across Europe, Asia, North Africa, North America, South America and their home base of Mexico. M5’s program will mix classical with opera, jazz, & pop.

MusiKaravan
2026-02-14 15:00 | Albert Lea High School Auditorium, 2000 Tiger Ln, Albert Lea, MN, 56007, United States
A MusiKaravan concert can be imagined as a fun, impromptu musical picnic, perfect for all ages and backgrounds! At Musikaravan concerts, short pieces from French chansons to audience favorites like Monti’s Czardas, from Brahms’ Hungarian Dances to Brazilian and Korean pop tunes, from Vivaldi to Charlie Chaplin, are selected during the concert together with the audience. It’s never the same concert twice! Between the pieces the artists share tales of their adventures on the road, including playing for an audience of ostriches!

The Conjurors
2026-02-20 19:00 | E.B. Stillman Auditorium, 1601 3rd Ave N, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
The Conjurors invite guests to the world of the impossible – a place where limitations have yet to be created and amazing memories are waiting to be made. From captivating stories, incredible magic, large illusions, and breathtaking demonstrations of mind control, this show guarantees an adventure that will amaze all ages.

MATTHEW POMEROY
“My earliest memories are being on and around a stage. I was mesmerized by every aspect and element of performing. Every show is a journey filled with magic, wonder, enchantment and storytelling.”
NATASHA LAMB
“Magic allows us to experience the impossible. Together we will create moments and memories that will be remembered long after the lights dim and the curtains close.”
Dates and times for reciprocity concerts subject to change. Please visit the Clear Lake Concert Association to confirm the concert date and time.

Katie McMahon’s Celtic Celebration
2026-03-19 19:00 | Albert Lea High School Auditorium, 2000 Tiger Ln, Albert Lea, MN, 56007, United States
Katie McMahon is probably best known for her exquisite soaring soprano solo in the original Riverdance single, which topped the charts in Ireland. Her voice was described by the Irish Times as “poetry, perfection, and purity”. McMahon was born and raised in Dublin, Ireland. She was classically trained in voice and harp and studied Italian and Drama Studies at Trinity College Dublin. She was awarded best folk and acoustic artist by the Minnesota Music Academy. McMahon has also toured the world with the group Secret Garden as their lead singer & harpist. The Celtic Celebration will include Katie McMahon with a music ensemble and Celtic dancers.

CeCe Teneal – Divas of Soul
2026-05-07 19:00 | Albert Lea High School Auditorium, 2000 Tiger Ln, Albert Lea, MN, 56007, United States
Take a ride on the “Midnight Train to Georgia” over “River Deep, Mountain High” while award-winning vocalist CeCe Teneal delivers you the “R-E-S-P-E-C-T” you deserve in DIVAS OF SOUL. This spectacular celebration of thirty years of chart-topping music from artists like Aretha Franklin, Gladys Knight, Chaka Khan, Tina Turner, Whitney Houston and more has wowed audiences worldwide, featuring hits from the Disco Era to Broadway to Pop. An award-winning songstress in her own right, Ms. Teneal has been nominated for four Independent Music Awards and claimed the title for 2011 Best Gospel Song and 2011 Best R&B Album, as well as 2018 Best Soul/Funk/Fusion Song.

Scholarship Auditions
2026-05-15 15:00 - 18:00 | Zion Lutheran Church, 924 Bridge Ave, Albert Lea, MN, 56007, 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.

Scholarship Showcase Recital - 2025 Recipients
2026-05-20 18:00 | Zion Lutheran Church, 924 Bridge Ave, Albert Lea, MN, 56007, United States
An annual event, the Showcase Recital features short performances from all 2025 Civic Music Scholarship recipients. Join Albert Lea Civic Music as we recognize our many talented young artists in the Albert Lea area.

This is a free event

The Suits
2026-05-21 19:00 | E.B. Stillman Auditorium, 1601 3rd Ave N, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
— FOUR GENTLEMEN. FOUR GENRES. FOUR DECADES. —
The Suits are comprised of four dynamic gentlemen performing four genres of hit music from the ‘50s through the ‘80s: Motown, Doo Wop, Pop and Rock. Get ready for a night of smooth choreography and tight harmonies!
Dates and times for reciprocity concerts subject to change. Please visit the Clear Lake Concert Association to confirm the concert date and time.

It Takes Two, a Legendary Duo Revue
2026-09-17 19:00 | E.B. Stillman Auditorium, 1601 3rd Ave N, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
Song and dance team Erinn Dearth and Dan Beckmann last wowed CLACA in 2024 with their fabulous USO-style show Letters from Home. In their new show, they’ll share an unforgettable musical journey celebrating the iconic duos who have shaped history. From legendary musicians like Johnny Cash & June Carter to iconic on-screen pairs like Fred Astaire & Ginger Rogers, this dynamic performance features everything from classic hits and Broadway showstoppers to playful nods to pop culture favorites like Batman & Robin and The Odd Couple.

Dates and times for reciprocity concerts subject to change. Please visit the Clear Lake Concert Association to confirm the concert date and time.

Nu-Blu
2026-10-02 19:00 | Albert Lea High School Auditorium, 2000 Tiger Ln, Albert Lea, MN, 56007, United States
North Carolina-based Nu-Blu has quickly established itself as one of the premier acoustic acts in the music industry. Fronted by husband-and-wife duo Daniel (guitar, vocals) and Carolyn Routh (bass, vocals), alongside Austin Hefflefinger on banjo and Justin Harrison on mandolin, the band delivers a warm, layered Appalachian sound. Blending seamless vocal harmonies, they deliver upbeat, blazing-fingers pick work as well as gentle, heartwarming ballads, all with a natural togetherness that can’t be faked.
With five Top Ten Billboard albums to their name, Nu-Blu has built a reputation for crafting songs that move effortlessly between the melancholy and the exuberant, and at every step they prove they’ve got a knack for finding their way into the deeper parts of you. “Carolyn Routh, to me, is the breathtaking heir to the kingdom that Alison Krauss built…” says Josh Belcher, podcaster and writer at Rockin’ God’s House Music Blog.
Over the years, the band has continued to turn heads with high-profile collaborations, including their George Jones-inspired tribute single “Jesus and Jones,” featuring Rock and Roll Hall of Fame singer “Soul Man” Sam Moore (of the iconic duo Sam & Dave). The award-winning band has also made appearances on Fox’s Imus in the Morning and Huckabee, while also having their music featured on CBS Sunday Morning.

Going Gershwin - Ryan & Ryan
2026-11-02 19:00 | Albert Lea High School Auditorium, 2000 Tiger Ln, Albert Lea, MN, 56007, United States
Ryan & Ryan is a dynamic father-son piano duo that draws upon classical and contemporary music to create an enthralling concert experience. Donald and Barron Ryan combine their talents to create a dazzling blend of old and new schools.
A native of Trinidad & Tobago, Donald came to the United States to study music, earning degrees from Oral Roberts University and the University of Tulsa. He is well known as a master of diverse styles—evidenced by a diploma from the 9th International Chopin Competition as well as his induction into the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame. Donald has also earned the distinction of being among the most accomplished pianists in the world as a Steinway Artist.
Given his father’s profession, Barron’s choice to pursue the piano is no surprise, and he has been no stranger to the stage since the age of four. He distinguished himself in piano studies at the University of Oklahoma and has been a featured soloist across the United States and internationally. Barron is also an experienced composer, and in 2021, was named one of “Ten Innovators To Watch” by Smithsonian Magazine.
As a performing team, Donald and Barron captivate audiences with their skill, expressiveness, and shared love of music-making. Their fluency in classical, jazz, ragtime, and funk allows them to create exciting new music and give fresh interpretations of the old.

Ella Mae Dixon
2026-11-21 19:00 | E.B. Stillman Auditorium, 1601 3rd Ave N, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
Drawn to the music of a bygone era, Ella Mae gives new energy to old melodies while paying homage to the styles of yesterday. Ella Mae’s natural knack for performing and virtuosic musical prowess have garnered praise from both New York critics and audiences alike.

Dates and times for reciprocity concerts subject to change. Please visit the Clear Lake Concert Association to confirm the concert date and time.

The Jersey Tenors
2027-02-09 19:00 | Albert Lea High School Auditorium, 2000 Tiger Ln, Albert Lea, MN, 56007, United States
The Jersey Tenors are an Opera/Rock Mash-up sensation, creating an explosive blend of iconic Opera classics alongside Rock ‘N Roll greats like Queen, Elton John, and Bon Jovi – to name but a few.
They are also Jersey Proud – and do not forget where they came from, so they have highlighted some of Jersey’s finest like Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, Frank Sinatra, Bruce Springsteen, Kool and The Gang, and even Jersey girl Whitney Houston! These four charming wise guys will raise the roof with their powerful voices…and you’ll be singing along before yous guys know it.

Tap Into Soul with Solomon Jaye
2027-03-07 19:00 | E.B. Stillman Auditorium, 1601 3rd Ave N, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
Tap Into Soul offers an exciting new take on a timeless genre of music. Blending multi-octave vocals and world-class tap dancing on a soulful setlist featuring both classic and contemporary chart-topping hits, the incredible music featured in this high-energy show transports listeners from the 1950s to today in the blink of an eye!

Dates and times for reciprocity concerts subject to change. Please visit the Clear Lake Concert Association to confirm the concert date and time.

ArcoStrum
2027-03-14 15:00 | Albert Lea High School Auditorium, 2000 Tiger Ln, Albert Lea, MN, 56007, United States
ArcoStrum is committed to pushing boundaries and redefining the 21st-century violin-guitar art form, presenting a new chamber music that is mixed-genre, multi-cultural, and cross-era.
Merging Eastern and Western musical traditions, ArcoStrum seamlessly blends the evocative sounds of traditional Chinese instruments—including the erhu (Chinese two-string fiddle) and dizi and piccolo dizi (Chinese bamboo flutes)—with the virtuosity of classical violin, guitar, and electric guitar. Their innovative program creates an immersive, movie-like experience, offering a transformative musical journey that transcends cultural boundaries and celebrates the evolution of music across generations.
ArcoStrum includes TY Zhang and Strauss Shi, who met while studying at The Juilliard School, where they were classmates and roommates. Since then, they have continued to grow together both personally and artistically, strengthening a partnership built on trust, curiosity, and a shared joy in making music. Every note they play reflects hours of collaboration, a deep respect for tradition, and a mutual drive to reinvent and leave their mark..
Winners and Audience Prize recipients of the 2023 Concert Artists Guild (CAG) Victor Elmaleh Competition, they were the first violin-guitar duo ever to receive this honor in CAG’s more than 70-year history. ArcoStrum features violinist Strauss Shi, a three-time international competition prize winner, and guitarist TY Zhang, the first and only Chinese classical guitarist to win the prestigious Guitar Foundation of America International Concert Artist Competition.
The duo has brought their remarkable artistry and engaging stage presence to sold-out audiences across Asia, Latin America, and North America. They have performed in renowned venues and festivals, including recent and upcoming appearances at New York City’s Carnegie Hall Citywide and Merkin Hall, Krannert Center, University of Nevada–Las Vegas, Howland Chamber Music Circle, Austin Chamber Music Festival (with Empire Wild), Kravis Center, Caramoor, Guitar Foundation of America, Billings Symphony, University of Texas at Dallas, Wharton Center, and more.

Timeless with Jennifer Grimm and Joe Cruz
2027-04-23 19:00 | E.B. Stillman Auditorium, 1601 3rd Ave N, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
This duo brings a night of unforgettable talent and captivating entertainment. With Jennifer’s sweet, sultry, powerful voice and Joe’s passionate Latin-infused guitar playing, these two are an unstoppable force of music that guarantees an entertaining event. Playing everything from Sinatra to Santana, this dynamic duo always creates a great performance leaving the crowd energized!

Dates and times for reciprocity concerts subject to change. Please visit the Clear Lake Concert Association to confirm the concert date and time.

Will Martin
2027-05-11 19:00 | Albert Lea High School Auditorium, 2000 Tiger Ln, Albert Lea, MN, 56007, United States
The Voice You Must Hear To Believe
Acclaimed recording artist and live entertainer Will Martin is a born and raised “Kiwi” (New Zeland), currently working all over the globe. He has achieved phenomenal success in his home country of New Zealand, as well as in Europe. When his debut album “A NEW WORLD” launched in The United Kingdom at Number 1, he became the youngest man in history to top the Classical Charts.
By no means a strictly classical singer, Will is renowned for his engaging performance style, alluring personality, storytelling, and expressive voice across multiple musical genres. He is internationally sought after as an entertainer and vocalist, as well as producer for various creative projects.
Will will feature a true variety of popular music, from Josh Groban and Il Divo, to Les Misérables, Frank Sinatra, Billy Joel, and Simon & Garfunkel.
