Lindsborg, KS
Founded by Lindsborg native Caroline J. Beckman as a part of her doctoral work at the UMKC Conservatory, the week-long festival will feature world-class musicians, concerts, student mentorship, and community outreach. The festival concludes May 23 with a finale concert in Presser Hall, including the world premeiere of a new work inspired by Lindsborg’s unique traditions.
Festival Schedule for Concerts:
Tuesday, May 19, 7:00pm
Seville String Quartet playing Works by Caroline Shaw, Florence Price, and Antonin Dvorak
Location: St. Bridget Catholic Church, 206 W Swensson Ave
Wednesday, May 20, 7:00pm
Young Artists String Chamber Concert featuring Moa Glimberg, Bass playing Works by Johann Halvorsen, Lars Erik Larsson, and Edvard Grieg
Location: Swedish Pavilion at Heritage Square at Lindsborg Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum, 120 E Mill Street
Thursday, May 21, 7:00pm
Faculty Artist Recital playing Works of Robert Schumann, Bela Bartok, Edvard Grieg, and Lukas Foss
Location: Birger Sandzen Memorial Gallery, 401 N First Street
Friday, May 22, 3:00pm
AndEs Piano Duo playing Works by Amy Beach, Libby Larsen, Edward MacDowell, and Logan Skelton
Location: Bethany Lutheran Church, 320 N Main Street
Friday, May 22, 7:30pm
Young Artists Showcase Recital playing Works by George Gershwin, John Williams, Aaron Copland, Leonard Bernstein, and Amy Beach
Location: Pearson Chapel on the campus of Bethany College, 335 E Swensson Ave
Saturday, May 23, 3:00pm
Festival Finale Concert with 18 young artists from 9 countries showcasing 12 chamber excerpts and miniature pieces into one dynamic evening performance with special appearances by longstanding Lindsborg music educators, Dr. Daniel J. Masterson on harpsichord, and Lori Nelson directing the Smoky Valley Children’s Choir. Works by Johann Sebastian Bach, Edvard Grieg, Aaron Copland, and AJ Harbison
Location: Presser Hall on the campus of Bethany College, 335 E Swensson Ave
