An elite orchestra, for all
August 21, 2025
By Jon Limbacher, President and Managing Director of The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra This piece was originally published in The Minnesota Star Tribune on August …
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The Musical Heart of St. Paul: Looking back at 40 years of the Ordway
February 5, 2025
The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts has long been a cherished landmark of the Twin Cities, offering a welcoming space where our ever-dynamic community …
Two Flautists, Inspiration, and a New Year
December 28, 2024
New Years, to many, can feel like a sort of rebirth. For centuries, humans have used music to explore and process themes of renewal and …
Remembering Former SPCO Board Members Bob Lee & Fred Sewell
November 7, 2024
Bob Lee (1956–2024) joined the SPCO Board in 2006 and served continuously for 18 years. Despite a heavy work schedule, he made time to …
Curtis Institute of Music Celebrates its Centennial
October 14, 2024
On Sunday, the famed Curtis Institute of Music celebrated its centennial. Founded by Mary Louise Curtis Bok, who believed in the transformative potential of individuals …
Pianist Anne-Marie McDermott and Composer Chris Rogerson discuss Samaa’
April 5, 2024
This week, the SPCO performs a new expanded version of Chris Rogerson’s Samaa’ (Sky). In an interview, Rogerson and pianist Anne-Marie McDermott share more about the inspiration for the piece.