live music

Miller and Hill open WideSpot’s 2024 series

Dec 27, 2023

Pianist Scottie Miller will team up with violinist and cellist Cierra Hill for an evening of blues and jazz originals at WideSpot Performing Arts Center in Wabasha to kick off WideSpot’s 2024 Winter and Spring season. They’ll be performing songs derived from Miller’s recently released book of...

Lincoln Winter Band concert is Dec. 5

Nov 29, 2023

Lincoln High School is inviting the public to its Winter Band Concert on Tuesday, Dec. 5, at 7:30 p.m. “The school’s auditorium will transform into a winter wonderland of music and melody,” Lincoln High School instrumental music teacher Eric Stashek said. “Join us for a wonderful evening as our...

Northerly Gales perform Sept. 9 at Lake City Area Arts Center

Sep 6, 2023

The Northerly Gales will bring their blend of Americana and Celtic music to Lake City on Sept. 9 with a performance at the Lake City Area Arts Center. Based in the Twin Cities, the Northerly Gales have performed together since 2014. The concert begins at 7 p.m. The suggested donation for admission...

Jeff Ray and the Stakes perform Sept. 9 in Wabasha

Sep 6, 2023

Jeff Ray and the Stakes bring their country blues and roots sounds to WideSpot in Wabasha Saturday, Sept. 9. The bar serving beer, wine, water and sodas will be open as well. Showtime will be at 7 p.m., with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. Tickets for the show are $20 for adults, and $10 for children...

Turkey River All Stars perform in Patton Park

Jul 12, 2023

Patton Park was the place to be on Sunday, July 9, as families gathered to listen to the familiar and joyful sounds of Les Field and the Turkey River All Stars. The event was sponsored by the Woman’s Club of Lake City and drew people of all ages to listen to Dixieland Jazz selections like “Is it...

Songs of Hope 30th anniversary tour stops in Lake City July 19

Jul 12, 2023

It’s not every day that a small, nonprofit arts organization turns thirty years old. Yet, that’s the case with Sounds of Hope, Ltd., which brings its Songs of Hope performance company to Lake City on Wednesday, July 19 to present a free public concert at the First Congregational Church, UCC, at 7:...

Turkey River All Stars perform in Patton Park on July 9

Jul 5, 2023

The Woman’s Club of Lake City is sponsoring a free performance by the Turkey River All Stars on Sunday, July 9, from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. in Lake City’s Patton Park. The Dixieland-inspired band features the banjo-playing of Lake City resident Dennis Robertson (pictured, at left). With him is band...

Guitarist David Rogers performs July 15 at Lake City Area Arts

Jul 5, 2023

Solo guitarist David Rogers will perform in concert Saturday, July 15, at 7 p.m. at the Lake City Area Arts Center, 105 W. Center St., Lake City. The suggested donation for admission is $15. Termed “a prominent guitarist” by the New York Times and praised by The Washington Post for his “...

Corrected: St. Mary of the Lake choir recital is June 28

Jun 21, 2023

The St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church choir is having a recital entitled “To Sing is to Pray Twice” Wednesday, June 28, at 7 p.m. at the church. The public is invited to attend. The recital will be followed by treats and fellowship.  [Editor's note: This article has been edited to reflect the...

Galactic Cowboy Orchestra show is June 10 at Lake City Area Arts

May 31, 2023

Galactic Cowboy Orchestra Acoustic Trio will perform Saturday, June 10, at Lake City Area Arts Center in Lake City. The show begins at 7 p.m. The suggested donation for admission is $15. Galactic Cowboy Orchestra was started in 2009 by founding member/bass player John Wright. “The band was born out...