Experience a vibrant concert at the Cathedral of St. Paul, where the University of Minnesota’s Treble Choir and Campus Singers join forces with the University’s Brass Ensemble. The cathedral’s remarkable acoustics amplify a diverse program of choral and brass music, blending sacred and secular works from various traditions.

Music For a Grand Space I: University Treble Choir & Campus Singers and Brass Ensemble

Cathedral of Saint Paul

Join us for an unforgettable evening honoring America’s 250th anniversary with three mid-century masterpieces that embody the nation’s vibrant musical spirit. John Corigliano’s Fern Hill (1961) sets Dylan Thomas’s nostalgic poem to lush, evocative harmonies, capturing the fleeting joys of youth. Aaron Copland’s Quiet City (1940) offers a hauntingly beautiful contrast, using solo trumpet and English horn to evoke the mystery and introspection of an American metropolis at night. Lukas Foss’s The Prairie (1944), inspired by Carl Sandburg’s epic poem, celebrates the resilient heart of the American Midwest with a folksy yet profound score. The University Singers and Chamber Singers join the Oratorio Society of Minnesota, forming a powerful 175-voice chorus, accompanied by a full orchestra.

An American Trilogy: Chamber Singers and the Oratorio Society of Minnesota

University of Minnesota

Join us for Spring Fling, the last choral concert of the year, where the University of Minnesota’s Treble Choir, Campus Singers, and special guests perform lively, popular-style choral music. This fun, lighthearted event fills the air with upbeat melodies and vibrant harmonies, closing the season with joy. Come enjoy an evening of feel-good music.

Brandon Berger

Events

Upcoming events

Apr 17, 2026

An American Trilogy: Chamber Singers and the Oratorio Society of Minnesota · University of Minnesota School of Music

May 2, 2026

Spring Fling: University Treble Choir, Campus Singers and Guests · University of Minnesota School of Music

Past events

Mar 1, 2026

Music For a Grand Space I: University Treble Choir & Campus Singers and Brass Ensemble · University of Minnesota School of Music

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