SAINT OLAF MUSIC SERIES 2025-2026
Thursday, October 2, 2025, 5:30pm: Of
Ministry and Music
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 7:30pm: Grisha Goryachev Flamenco Guitar Concert
Thursday, November 20, 2025, 7:00pm: Diego "Twanguero" Garcia Guitar Concert
Sunday, December 7, 2025, 7:00pm: Handel’s Messiah Sing
with the Minnesota Chorale
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 7:30pm: Derek Gripper and Ballake Sissoko Guitar & Kora Concert
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 7:30pm: Laura Lootens Classical Guitar Concert
Friday, May 1, 2026, 7:00pm: Ablaye Cissoko and Cyrille Brotto Kora & Accordion Concert
Laura Lootens Classical Guitar Concert
Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 7:30pm
With a sound that commands attention from the first note, Laura Lootens has emerged as one of the most exciting voices of the classical guitar. Her performances fuse fearless virtuosity with an impressive stage presence that is poised and dramatic, yet intensely communicative, drawing audiences into the instrument’s kaleidoscopic colours and limitless expressive possibilities. Every gesture carries emotional weight and a sense of theatre. At the heart of her artistry lies a fascination with contrast: for Lootens, tension and release are the lifeblood of music, the forces that create depth and keep listeners on edge.
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Concert Tickets*Please note that Saint Olaf is only the host of a concert. If there are any questions regarding tickets, please contact the musician's ticket manager. Thank you.Local Twin Cities Organists
At Saint Olaf, we are blessed to have a magnificent 67-rank pipe organ. It will be showcased in a series of recitals on Wednesday afternoons, immediately following the 12:00Noon Mass. Come hear the organ thunder with might and whisper gently as talented organists showcase a variety of repertoire. Recitals will be 30-40 minutes long. Freewill donation.
CLICK HERE to access our site calendar, where we will post the Organist and the selections they will be playing (the selections will be posted on our calendar as soon as we learn the pieces from the organist).