| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Making Music for Making ChangesPresented by Central Minnesota Sustainability Project at Red Carpet Nightclub May 23-May 24, 2013 Resonate Promotions Proudly Presents: Making Music for Making Changes
An evening of music, art, and community, supporting the Central Minnesota Sustainability Project.
@ The Red Carpet, Downtown St Cloud.
Music By: The Evergreen Grass Band, The Hobo Nephews of Uncle Frank, and the Zombie Pit String Band.
Live Painting By: Khoa Ngyeun and Brianne Daniels
Costume Contest: Best dressed farmers and gardeners!
Doors... | Central Minnesota Sustainability Project | 05/23/13- 05/24/13 | St. Cloud |
Memorial Day ConcertPresented by St. Cloud Municipal Band May 27, 2013 The St. Cloud Municipal Band has been performing great music since the 1800s. Every year, the band performs over twenty free concerts at venues all around the St. Cloud, Minnesota area. Join us for a Memorial Day Concert at the St Cloud VA Medical Center | St. Cloud Municipal Band | 05/27/13 | Saint Cloud |
Cold Spring Library Presents: Mikko Cowdery in Concert at the Farmer's MarketPresented by Great River Regional Library System at Great River Regional Library - Cold Spring May 29, 2013 Bring your lawn chairs to the Cold Spring Farmer's Market and enjoy a musical good time with Balladeer Mikko Cowdery. Performance will go on rain or shine. No preregistration required, no limit.
This program is funded in part or in whole by Minnesota's Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund. | Great River Regional Library System | 05/29/13 | Cold Spring |
Jacob JohnPresented by The Veranda Lounge at Veranda Lounge June 7, 2013 Jacob John has truly been performing all of his life. His earliest memory of performance was walking up and down the isle of an Amtrak train singing at the top of his lungs at the age of 5 on a family trip to Canada. Throughout his childhood music was always around, whether it was his sister endlessly practicing scales on the piano or his mother and father practicing songs for church or funerals. Through the duration of schooling from finger-painting to college instruction (advanced... | The Veranda Lounge | 06/07/13 | St. Cloud |
Timmy Haus plays for Family Fun FestPresented by Friends of Two Rivers Lake June 8, 2013 Annual fundraiser for Friends of Two Rivers Lake.
Singer/songwriter/guitarist for many different groups in the past 10 years. Haus has played thousands of shows at large festivals, back yards, coffee shops, bank openings, weddings, pizza joints, clubs, body builder competitions, garages, theaters, and holes in the wall from MN to Alaska. Read more about Timmy | Friends of Two Rivers Lake | 06/08/13 | Holdingford |
Music In the Gardens: Granite City BrassPresented by Munsinger Clemens Botanical Society at Munsinger Clemens Gardens June 9, 2013 These five dedicated professional musicians have been performing as a quintet for the past 10 years. Every kind of music you can imagine is a part of their repertoire. They have performed in parks, churches, weddings, community events, holiday events and formal concerts with a repertoire that includes jazz, folk, religious, patriotic, opera, classical and American music theatre.
Music In The Gardens showcase high quality local talent. All concerts are held on alternating Sundays at... | Munsinger Clemens Botanical Society | 06/09/13 | St. Cloud |
| Cold Spring Library Presents:The Ruprecht Band in Concert at the Farmer's Market | Great River Regional Library System | 06/12/13 | Cold Spring |
Summertime by George: 32 BelowPresented by Rotary Club of St. Cloud at Lake George Municipal Park / Complex June 12, 2013 Summertime by George! is a free concert and festival put on by the Rotary Club of St. Cloud at the newly renovated Lake George! The area will be transformed into a fun and active place every Wednesday with free live music from local and regional bands, local vendors, artisians, and a kid's zone for the entire family to enjoy!
32 Below takes no breaks. As a result of their hard-working roots and their respect for the crowd, when this band takes the stage the music does not stop....
| Rotary Club of St. Cloud | 06/12/13 | St. Cloud |
The Acoustics of Pete NelsonPresented by The Veranda Lounge at Veranda Lounge June 14, 2013 Featuring Pete Nelson of local Nelson Lee fame, performing a wide variety of acoustic favorites from great artists such as James Taylor, Neil Young, The Beatles and many many more. Join Pete for a warm night of great music, and relaxing tunes. This show is FREE! | The Veranda Lounge | 06/14/13 | St. Cloud |
| The BoDeans | Paramount Theatre and Visual Arts Center | 06/15/13 | Saint Cloud |
Celebration of the ArtsPresented by Avon Area Arts June 15, 2013 Bring your family and friends for a day of celebrating the arts! Artists exhibit,sell, demonstrate, and teach.
Musicians perform throughout the day. Free event,everyone is welcome!
Music Performances throughout the day, featuring: Sweet Papa Dave, Jazz Dot Combo, Gabe Noska, Ordinary Folks, Mikko Cowdery, BrakeAway, Chris Laumb,and Lisa Deguiseppi.
Held in conjuction with Avon Spunktacular Days! The City of Avon annual summer festival is the perfect setting... | Avon Area Arts | 06/15/13 | Avon |
Bob and the BeachcombersPresented by Great River Regional Library System June 15, 2013 "Bob & the Beachcombers" Bring the beach balls, the Hawaiian leis, the Hula Hoops, and a summertime beach-party fun attitude that will guarantee that the freedom days festivities will be a success. Great music, dancing, audience participation, sing-alongs, contest, and all of the excitement of a "beach blanket bingo" down in the sand will be yours when the "Beachcombers" surf into town for a Becker Freedom Days Concert.
This program is funded in... | Great River Regional Library System | 06/15/13 | Becker |
Chris LaumbPresented by The Veranda Lounge at Veranda Lounge June 15, 2013 With roots planted in Central Minnesota, just on the edge of the western prairies, Chris Laumb has drawn his music and songwriting from the landscapes and people around him. At times pulling at the heartstrings with songs about the embattled small town farmer and the joys of courting a girl from the trailer park, Chris interlaces the stories, the pain and humor of our American lives. Chris cut his teeth playing blues-influenced rock in the bar scene of the 1990?s, but looking for more... | The Veranda Lounge | 06/15/13 | St. Cloud |
Summertime by George: Steeling DanPresented by Rotary Club of St. Cloud at Lake George Municipal Park / Complex June 19, 2013 Summertime by George! is a free concert and festival put on by the Rotary Club of St. Cloud at the newly renovated Lake George! The area will be transformed into a fun and active place every Wednesday with free live music from local and regional bands, local vendors, artisians, and a kid's zone for the entire family to enjoy!
Steeling Dan
Steeling Dan has been a fixture on the Minneapolis music scene since 2002. Specializing in the music of Steely Dan and Donald... | Rotary Club of St. Cloud | 06/19/13 | St. Cloud |
Garnet RogersPresented by Aunt Annie's Quilts & Silks at Aunt Annie's Quilts and Silks June 20, 2013 Garnet Rogers, "good and rich and big music" [Greg Brown's take on Garnet]
Garnet Rogers may be the greatest male interpreter and vocalist performing in the contemporary folk scene... a first rate writer...musical integrity and powerful performance... - Sing Out | Aunt Annie's Quilts & Silks | 06/20/13 | Avon |
Paul SpringPresented by Pioneer Place Theatre Company at Pioneer Place on 5th June 21, 2013 Paul Spring is an independent singer-songwriter from St. Cloud, MN and based out of Minneapolis. With his band, he writes, performs, and records a unique combination of lyric-driven folk and melodic rock. Spring’s poetic writing style and unmistakable voice are at the center of his high-energy shows and his self-titled debut album. The young singer and talented backing band have performed a wide-range of styles for years (Mister, Midnight Moss) and have now captured a cohesive sound... | Pioneer Place Theatre Company | 06/21/13 | Saint Cloud |
Boyd & Aimee LeePresented by The Veranda Lounge at Veranda Lounge June 21, 2013 Boyd began his musical career as lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist with the Minneapolis band “The Spaceheaters”, one of the Twin Cities largest drawing bands for over 8 years. Beginning in 1995, Boyd focused his attention on acoustic music; writing, recording and performing both in his own group “Bojono” and backing up such notables as Gwen Matthews and Mary Jane Alm. Boyd is renowned throughout the Twin Cities as one the finest vocalist’s/acoustic... | The Veranda Lounge | 06/21/13 | St. Cloud |
Folk Remedy at the Farmer's MarketPresented by Great River Regional Library System June 22, 2013 Bring a lawn chair or a blanket and enjoy the sweet haunting music of Folk Remedy at the Annandale Farmer's Market. Guitar and violin accompaniment to vocal harmonies characterize this 3-member folk ensemble. From traditional Welsh tunes and American folk songs to new takes on familiar and beloved tunes of the past and present.
This program is funded in part or in whole by Minnesota's Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund. | Great River Regional Library System | 06/22/13 | Annandale |
Jeff SchwanbergPresented by The Veranda Lounge at Veranda Lounge June 22, 2013 Known for his fantastic half of the duo Drinkwine and Schwanberg, Jeff returns to the lounge with his fantastic guitar playing and recognizable tenor voice to croon your favorite originals and covers. | The Veranda Lounge | 06/22/13 | St. Cloud |
Music In the Gardens: Gypsy Mania Hot Club QuartetPresented by Munsinger Clemens Botanical Society at Munsinger Clemens Gardens June 23, 2013 A spontaneous, vivid performance by some of Minnesota’s most stellar gypsy-jazz artists played in the Django Reinhardt French swing tradition of the 1930’s. Gypsy Mania features an exceptional stylistic dimension with prodigious improvisation – a group not to be missed.
Music In The Gardens showcase high quality local talent. All concerts are held on alternating Sundays at 3:00 p.m. near the Gazebo in Munsinger Gardens on the banks of the Mississippi River. All... | Munsinger Clemens Botanical Society | 06/23/13 | St. Cloud |
| Richmond Library Presents: Slip Twister in Concert | Great River Regional Library System | 06/25/13 | Richmond |
Summertime by George: Collective UnconciousPresented by Rotary Club of St. Cloud at Lake George Municipal Park / Complex June 26, 2013 Summertime by George! is a free concert and festival put on by the Rotary Club of St. Cloud at the newly renovated Lake George! The area will be transformed into a fun and active place every Wednesday with free live music from local and regional bands, local vendors, artisians, and a kid's zone for the entire family to enjoy!
Collective Unconcious
Collective Unconscious is a group of musicians who believe in making good music, whether it be their own originals... | Rotary Club of St. Cloud | 06/26/13 | St. Cloud |
Lemonade Concert and Art FairPresented by St. Cloud State University-SCSU- Department of Campus Involvement June 27, 2013 At the Art Fair you will find pottery, watercolor, garden art, jewelry, glass work, photography, painting, clothing, and much more!
11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.: Art and Craft Fair featuring over 230 artists located on the SCSU campus grounds rain or shine.
11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.: Little Lemons Art Park (for children): Coordinated by the Paramount Theatre and Visual Arts Center. Located at the South end of Stewart Hall (rain site - Atwood 1st floor). This year's event includes... | St. Cloud State University-SCSU- Department of Campus Involvement | 06/27/13 | Saint Cloud |
| Concert in the Park | Great River Regional Library System | 06/27/13 | Buffalo |
The Fabulous Armadillos - OutdoorsPresented by Pioneer Place Theatre Company at Pioneer Place on 5th June 27, 2013 The Fabulous Armadillos are returning to the Green Mill Parking Lot!
Food and drink will be available via food and drink tickets purchased at the event.
This is a 21+ event and ID’s will be checked at the door. | Pioneer Place Theatre Company | 06/27/13 | Saint Cloud |
| Music In The Park: Sizzlin' Swing Big Band | Great River Regional Library System | 06/27/13 | Paynesville |
Lemonade ConcertPresented by St. Cloud Symphony Orchestra June 27, 2013 Grab a lawn chair and enjoy a free pops concert by the St. Cloud Symphony Orchestra on Atwood Mall, St. Cloud State University. As the sun sets, hear Stars and Stripes Forever, Mississippi River Song, Hoe Down, Candide and Time to Say Goodbye. Conductor Dr. Daniel O'Bryant will lead the orchestra. Duane Anderson will be featured on the Star Spangled Banner.
| St. Cloud Symphony Orchestra | 06/27/13 | Saint Cloud |
Michael ShynesPresented by The Veranda Lounge at Veranda Lounge June 28, 2013 While growing up in a small town in central Minnesota, music played only a small role in the life of singer/songwriter Michael Shynes. “I can’t say that it was my first love, but I am honestly glad that it wasn’t. I found it when I was drawn to it, and that’s the best and most natural way for anything to take place.” So what then, led to the musical transformation? Although I was expecting an elaborate and lengthy response, his answer was simply, “A black... | The Veranda Lounge | 06/28/13 | St. Cloud |
| Saint Ben's Sunset Stages: Alison Scott | CSB/SJU Fine Arts Series | 06/28/13 | St. Joseph |
Honky Tonk Healers at Old Settlers' PicnicPresented by Great River Regional Library System at Great River Regional Library - Kimball June 29, 2013 Charlie Roth and Kurt "Lightning" Rodman, two local favorites unite to bring you classic country music in the park during the Fair Haven Old Settlers' Picnic. All ages. Location: Fair Haven Park Pavillion in Fair Haven.
This program is funded in part or in whole by Minnesota's Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund. | Great River Regional Library System | 06/29/13 | Kimball |
MoeDeLLPresented by The Veranda Lounge at Veranda Lounge June 29, 2013 MoeDeLL’s funky guitar, creative lyrics, and unique voice are his foundation. Beautiful melodies and rolling rhythms tell tales from light to dark and from silliness to the endearing. While captivating audiences with a hot off the press style, you will willingly be pulled along for the ride. This event is FREE! | The Veranda Lounge | 06/29/13 | St. Cloud |
Fourth of July ConcertPresented by St. Cloud Municipal Band July 4, 2013 The St. Cloud Municipal Band has been performing great music since the 1800s. Every year, the band performs over twenty free concerts at venues all around the St. Cloud, Minnesota area. Join us for Festive Music in Hester Park before the Fireworks | St. Cloud Municipal Band | 07/04/13 | Saint Cloud |
Matt VellinePresented by The Veranda Lounge at Veranda Lounge July 5, 2013 Throughout the years Matt has performed as lead guitarist and vocalist with many national and regional artists. Thirteen years were spent on the road full-time with Midwest phenom Johnny Holm and later he was reunited with uncle Bobby Vee and his sons The Vees. Matt toured the United Kingdom and countless dates around the U.S. with “Uncle Bob” from 2002-2004. As a solo performer Matt has gained a loyal following throughout the Midwest and performs regularly with his cousins as... | The Veranda Lounge | 07/05/13 | St. Cloud |
Anthony PerryPresented by The Veranda Lounge at Veranda Lounge July 6, 2013 Six strings and a story to tell, Anthony Perry’s “Storyteller Rock” is a blend of acoustic guitar and songwriting at its best. Dynamic and passionate, he tells stories of love, betrayal, and finding ones’ self on the open highways that connect his life in Minnesota with his past set in Eastern Montana. Drawing from the many influences in his life, Perry’s music has been described as everything from Alternative Rock to American Folk, creating an atmosphere that... | The Veranda Lounge | 07/06/13 | St. Cloud |
Don WilliamsPresented by Paramount Theatre and Visual Arts Center at Paramount Theatre July 9-July 10, 2013 As you know, last summer Don Williams had some very minor, unexpected health issues and had to cancel 2 weeks of concerts. We were part of those two weeks. He made a full recovery last August and has been performing ever since! We are glad to welcome back the legend himself, Don Williams. | Paramount Theatre and Visual Arts Center | 07/09/13- 07/10/13 | Saint Cloud |
| Saint Ben's Sunset Stages: Nachito Herrera Trio | CSB/SJU Fine Arts Series | 07/11/13 | St. Joseph |
Paul LawrencePresented by The Veranda Lounge at Veranda Lounge July 12, 2013 Paul’s music combines American blues, folk, rock, and country. He writes his own songs and is excited about sharing his music with English-speaking audiences. That’s because Paul just returned to the U.S. after four years in Taiwan. While there, he discovered his musical voice and has enjoyed performing around Taiwan and SE Asia. The music of indigenous Taiwanese has also been a major influence on Paul and his music. This event is FREE! | The Veranda Lounge | 07/12/13 | St. Cloud |
Chris LaumbPresented by The Veranda Lounge at Veranda Lounge July 13, 2013 With roots planted in Central Minnesota, just on the edge of the western prairies, Chris Laumb has drawn his music and songwriting from the landscapes and people around him. At times pulling at the heartstrings with songs about the embattled small town farmer and the joys of courting a girl from the trailer park, Chris interlaces the stories, the pain and humor of our American lives. Chris cut his teeth playing blues-influenced rock in the bar scene of the 1990?s, but looking for more... | The Veranda Lounge | 07/13/13 | St. Cloud |
Music In the Gardens: L'unica String quartetPresented by Munsinger Clemens Botanical Society at Munsinger Clemens Gardens July 14, 2013 L'unica performs a musical style and choice of repertoire that make them unique in this area.
Music In The Gardens showcase high quality local talent. All concerts are held on alternating Sundays at 3:00 p.m. near the Gazebo in Munsinger Gardens on the banks of the Mississippi River. All concerts are free and the Munsinger Clemens Botanical Society will again sell those fabulous $1 root beer floats.
| Munsinger Clemens Botanical Society | 07/14/13 | St. Cloud |
| Saint Ben's Sunset Stages: Robert Robinson | CSB/SJU Fine Arts Series | 07/18/13 | St. Joseph |
Paul "Stretch" DiethelmPresented by The Veranda Lounge at Veranda Lounge July 19, 2013 Paul “Stretch” Diethelm is the lead guitarist of The Fabulous Armadillos as well as guitarist and vocals for Slip Twister. He’s a full-time musician and played as a member of Grammy-winner Jonny Lang’s band for 8 years. He has done countless sessions and played with numerous acts nationwide. Aside from The Fabulous Aramdillos and Slip Twister, he co-produces the Rock’n'Roll X-mas Spectacular and also plays solo acoustic shows on a regular basis. This show is... | The Veranda Lounge | 07/19/13 | St. Cloud |
Sweet Papa DavePresented by The Veranda Lounge at Veranda Lounge July 20, 2013 Sweet Papa Dave has been performing his music from coast to coast for more than 27 years. He has had the pleasure of performing with great artists like Jimmy”fast fingers” Dawkins, Miss Alberta Adams, Big Walter Smith, Miss Lavelle White, Chico Chism, RJ Mischo and Paul Diethelm to name a few. His CD self titled “Sweet Papa Dave and The Private Reserve” and his CD; “Sweet Papa Dave – Hootin and a Hollerin”, recieved world wide recognition. His newly... | The Veranda Lounge | 07/20/13 | St. Cloud |
Sauk Centre ConcertPresented by St. Cloud Municipal Band July 24, 2013 The St. Cloud Municipal Band has been performing great music since the 1800s. Every year, the band performs over twenty free concerts at venues all around the St. Cloud, Minnesota area. Join us for a concert at Sinclair Lewis Park | St. Cloud Municipal Band | 07/24/13 | Sauk Centre |
| Saint Ben's Sunset Stages: Davina and the Vagabonds | CSB/SJU Fine Arts Series | 07/25/13 | St. Joseph |
Mark "Hazzy" HasbrouckPresented by The Veranda Lounge at Veranda Lounge July 26, 2013 Whether it’s as the main creative force behind the long-running (1989-present) and much loved and praised Surahoolies, or as solo artist “Hazzy”, Mark Hasbrouck is generally regarded as a musical genius and an awesome guitar player. While it is the rhythm section that makes the throngs shake their booty, it is Mark’s innovative and powerful leads that blow everyone’s minds. Mark is also a member of the Stearns County Pachanga Society, BLIMP, and many other shows... | The Veranda Lounge | 07/26/13 | St. Cloud |
RENTPresented by Curtain Call Community Theatre at Pioneer Place on 5th July 11-July 27, 2013 Curtain Call Community Theatre is proud to present their summer selection of 2013: RENT
Rent is a rock musical with music and lyrics by Jonathan Larson. It tells the story of a group of impoverished young artists and musicians struggling to survive and create in New York’s Lower East Side in the thriving days of Bohemian Alphabet City, under the shadow of HIV/AIDS.
The musical was first seen in a limited three-week workshop production at New York Theatre... | Curtain Call Community Theatre | 07/11/13- 07/27/13 | Saint Cloud |
Aksel KrafnickPresented by The Veranda Lounge at Veranda Lounge July 27, 2013 Area musician Aksel Krafnick will make his Veranda Lounge debut on April 19 as he performs a free show starting at 9pm. Aksel has played around Central Minnesota for several years, highlighting his great vocal and guitar skills. Aksel spent a few years playing with Wyatt Earp and the Punks and recently joined Big Daddy D and the Brassholes as guitarist and vocalist. Come on down and welcome Aksel to our stage! This show is FREE! | The Veranda Lounge | 07/27/13 | St. Cloud |
Music In the Gardens: Cristina Seaborn TrioPresented by Munsinger Clemens Botanical Society at Munsinger Clemens Gardens July 28, 2013 With sizzling musical colors of violin, hammered dulcimer, guitar, harmonica, and vocals, the Cristina Seaborn Trio will delight your senses.
Music In The Gardens showcase high quality local talent. All concerts are held on alternating Sundays at 3:00 p.m. near the Gazebo in Munsinger Gardens on the banks of the Mississippi River. All concerts are free and the Munsinger Clemens Botanical Society will again sell those fabulous $1 root beer floats.
| Munsinger Clemens Botanical Society | 07/28/13 | St. Cloud |
Revolution 5Presented by Pioneer Place Theatre Company at Pioneer Place on 5th August 2, 2013 The Revolution 5 has prided itself on providing an authentic Beatles sound for their audiences in the two years they played together as Minnesota’s premier Beatles tribute group. Now they are going to do something the Beatles never did… REUNITE! After one year apart, The Revolution 5 is back for a reunion concert, bringing you the Number 1 hits of the Beatles. Come out and hear your favorite Beatles hits the way they were meant to be heard, with passion and precision and fun! | Pioneer Place Theatre Company | 08/02/13 | Saint Cloud |
Michael ShynesPresented by The Veranda Lounge at Veranda Lounge August 2, 2013 While growing up in a small town in central Minnesota, music played only a small role in the life of singer/songwriter Michael Shynes. “I can’t say that it was my first love, but I am honestly glad that it wasn’t. I found it when I was drawn to it, and that’s the best and most natural way for anything to take place.” So what then, led to the musical transformation? Although I was expecting an elaborate and lengthy response, his answer was simply, “A black... | The Veranda Lounge | 08/02/13 | St. Cloud |