The Woods, Winds, and Strings concert will be held at the Gunflint Trail Volunteer Fire Department Station 1 on Saturday, August 9. After another great performance, a reception will be held at the adjacent Schaap Community Center.
Plan a drive up the Gunflint Trail on Sunday afternoon, August 9, to enjoy music performed by local and guest musicians. The concert, a blend of contemporary and early music, will be held at the Gunflint Trail Volunteer Fire Department Station on Poplar Lake (Station 1) with a reception following, in the adjacent Schaap Community Center. The concert starts at 4:00 p.m.
Featured this year is music by Bill Beckstrand, local composer and musician, who is widely known for his vocal and instrumental compositions. His works are now performed throughout the country. You will also hear other delightful vocal and instrumental pieces, as well as music transcribed by Paul Jacobson for small chamber music ensembles.
This is an event for the whole family. Tickets are $20/adult, $5/child ages 5-18. Because of limited seating, tickets should be purchased in advance by contacting Susan Scherer (scher012@boreal.org) or call 218-388- 9494 to reserve seats.
The concert is a benefit for the Gunflint Trail Volunteer Fire Department and the Gunflint Trail Historical Society.
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