Northfield Arts Guild

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2020-03-08 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | United Methodist Church, Northfield, 1401 Maple St, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
CVRO’s first concert of the spring includes favorites from the past 40 years, accompanied by the impressive church organ at each venue.
SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 2020 AT 7PM AT CATHEDRAL OF OUR MERCIFUL SAVIOUR IN FARIBAULT
SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 2020 AT 3PM AT UNITED METHODIST CHURCH IN NORTHFIELD
CONCERT PROGRAM
Mozart – Overture from the opera The Magic Flute
Handel – Movements from Messiah, featuring Bryan Reed, Tenor
Copland – Four Dances from Ballet Rodeo
Bizet – selections from the opera Carmen, featuring Deesa Staats, Contralto
Saint Saens – excerpts from the Organ Symphony, featuring Stephen May, Organist

2019-20 CVRO Season Sponsor

The Cactus Blossoms
2020-03-14 19:30 - 22:00 | Armory Square, 519 Division Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Hailed as a modern day Everly Brothers, this brother duo act out of Minneapolis proves that the musical tradition of ‘Blood Harmony’ lives on. Don’t miss this supersized 411 Concert at Armory Square!
With opener Jon Manners.

E-magination Celebration
2020-04-04 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
E-MAGINATION CELEBRATION
THE NORTHFIELD ARTS GUILD INVITES OUR COMMUNITY NEAR AND FAR TO ATTEND E-MAGINATION CELEBRATION, A FREE DAY OF ONLINE PROGRAMMING INCLUDING GALLERY TOURS, ART MAKING, AND PERFORMANCES FROM 10 A.M. TO 2 P.M. ON SATURDAY, APRIL 4, 2020. THIS FAMILY-FRIENDLY ONLINE EVENT IS A VIRTUAL RE-IMAGINING OF THE GUILD’S ANNUAL IMAGINATION CELEBRATION THAT CAN BE ENJOYED FROM HOME.
The Guild is thrilled to continue this annual tradition in a new, virtual setting. Follow along on the Guild’s Facebook and YouTube pages with new content added regularly throughout the celebration, or watch later as all of the videos will remain online.

PERFORMANCES Watch dances from Folklórico and Dance Theater Company, highlights from the Guild’s production of Lend Me a Tenor and behind the scenes footage of the Purple Door Youth Theater production of The Prince and the Pauper.

GALLERY TOURS A highlight of E-magination Celebration will be a series of teacher-led video tours on YouTube of their students’ artwork in 20/20 VISION, this year’s All School Art Show installed in our Main Gallery. This popular annual exhibition features 2-D and 3-D artworks by nearly 1,000 students from Northfield K-12 schools.

ART MAKING Make your own art at home throughout the day! Guided arts activities will be released throughout the day to paint, draw and create your own art using everyday household items.

Even in this time of social distancing, the Guild embraces our mission to serve our community with a rich array of arts opportunities and experiences. We hope you will join us for E-magination Celebration, and also follow us on social media to enjoy arts learning and arts engagement activities.

20/20 VISION is supported by Northfield Yarn and The Sketchy Artist.
The Guild’s 2019-2020 Education programming is sponsored by Northfield News.
The Guild’s 2019-2020 Theater season is sponsored by Neuger Communications Group and Engage Print.
Purple Door Youth Theater is sponsored by Schieck Orthodontics.

POSTPONED - 40th Anniversary Celebration
2020-04-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Cannon Falls High School Auditorium, 820 East Minnesota Street, Cannon Falls, MN, 55009, United States
The Guild has suspended all large events through the end of April, including CVRO’s 40th Anniversary Celebration. We hope to share a rescheduled date as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding.
CVRO’s 40th Anniversary Season culminates with two concerts celebrating CVRO’s incredible legacy.
Concert program
– Candide Overture by Leonard Bernstein
– Specially commissioned premiere by Reinaldo Moya
– Sibelius Violin Concerto – Francesca Andregg, soloist

2019-20 CVRO Season Sponsor

POSTPONED - 40th Anniversary Celebration
2020-04-26 15:00 - 17:00 | St. John’s Lutheran Church, 500 Third Street West, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
The Guild has suspended all large events through the end of April, including CVRO’s 40th Anniversary Celebration. We hope to share a rescheduled date soon. Thank you for your understanding.
CVRO’s 40th Anniversary Season culminates with two concerts celebrating CVRO’s incredible legacy.
Concert program
– Candide Overture by Leonard Bernstein
– Specially commissioned premiere by Reinaldo Moya
– Sibelius Violin Concerto – Francesca Andregg, soloist
2019-20 CVRO Season Sponsor

Katy Vernon #LiveFromHome
2020-05-02 19:30 - 20:30 | MN, United States
Originally scheduled to play at the Guild Theater, this 411 Concert Series performance has been re-imagined as Katy Vernon #LiveFromHome. Follow along on Facebook as Katy Vernon shares an intimate evening of songs and stories with audiences near and far. Vernon has opened for the 411 Concert Series in the past and now takes the virtual stage headlining a solo evening of music special for Northfield audiences.

Viewers can access Katy Vernon #LiveFromHome free of charge, but are encouraged to make a donation of any amount via a donation link on the Guild’s website. All donations are 100% tax deductible and will help sustain the Guild during these challenging times, while also supporting our continuing online arts engagement.

Katy was born and raised in London, UK but in the past dozen or so years has established herself as one of the busiest musicians in Minnesota, combining melodic pop/folk songwriting with her twangy Americana band. She has appeared at festivals in the Midwest and UK such as the Ukulele Festival of Great Britain, The Grand Northern Ukulele Festival, Taste of Minnesota, Stars of the North, Big Turn Fest, and Hazelfest. Her newest record, Suit of Hearts, was just named as a top ten record of the year by the Star Tribune.

Virtual Members Meeting
2020-10-27 18:30 - 19:15
We invite Guild Members and the community to our online Members Meeting at 6:30 pm on Tuesday, October 27. This approx. 40 minute online event will include:

* A look back at our 60th anniversary season
* 2019-2020 Financial Report
* Arts Program Updates and
* Recognizing our 2019-20 Volunteers of the Year!
Watch a recording of the 2020 Virtual Member Meeting
View the 2019-20 Annual Report

411 Encore Concert featuring Sam Ryden
2020-12-19 19:30 - 20:00
The Northfield Arts Guild, in collaboration with Ray Coudret, is pleased to present 411 Encore Concert featuring Sam Ryden, a free virtual concert, live from the Guild stage, showcasing Northfield-based singer/songwriter, Sam Ryden on Saturday, December 19 at 7:30pm.
Ryden will perform live from the Guild Theater with his performance streamed on the Guild’s Facebook page. The concert will be approximately 30 minutes in length and feature new and recent songs by Ryden. Join us at 7:30 pm to enjoy live music featuring this acclaimed performer.
Stay tuned for upcoming dates and details for a planned series of musical performances live from the Guild Theater spanning the winter months.
WATCH THE CONCERT
During these challenging times, your support has tremendous impact! In celebration of tonight’s concert, please consider a donation to the Northfield Arts Guild.

Live From the Guild Theater: Craig Wasner, Maren Brogger & Rob Ryden
2021-01-16 19:30 - 20:00
Tune into the Guild’s Facebook page at 7:30 pm on Saturday, January 16 to experience the incomparable Craig Wasner, along with Maren Brogger and Rob Ryden!
WATCH THE LIVE CONCERT
Live from the Guild Theater is a series of 30-minute live monthly concerts streamed to you from the Guild Theater between January and May, 2021. This concert series, organized by Ray Coudret, in collaboration with Guild staff, provides a platform for accomplished area musicians to share their music with their community.
This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts & cultural heritage fund.

LIVE FROM THE GUILD THEATER - Barb Piper
2021-02-20 19:30 - 20:00 | Zoom
Streamed live from the Guild’s Facebook page at 7:30pm on Saturday, Feb 20
WATCH THE LIVE CONCERT

Join Barbara Piper Live from the Guild Theater! A singer/songwriter with an extensive resume in musical performance and music education, she states, “Music speaks for me what the spoken word cannot express, a passion supported and shared by my entire family.” Piper has two albums to her credit and is continually working on more.
Live from the Guild Theater is a series of 30-minute live monthly concerts streamed to you from the stage of the Guild Theater between January and May, 2021. This concert series, organized by Ray Coudret, in collaboration with Guild staff, provides a platform for accomplished area musicians to share their music with the community.
Live from the Guild Theater is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts & cultural heritage fund.

MANY THANKS TO OUR 2020-21 411 CONCERT SERIES SPONSOR:

Live from the Guild Theater- Wendy Smith and The Zillionaires
2021-03-20 19:30
A versatile singer, instrumentalist, songwriter, and band leader, Wendy Smith has composed for theater and film using her music to tell stories and connect us to one another. Her song, Oh My Stars, co written with novelist Lorna Landvik, is featured in the award winning short film of the same name. Wendy performs as a solo artist and with her band The Zillionaires- featuring Peter Nelson, Dave Drentlaw, and Mike Legvold.
Wendy was recently interviewed by Pauline Jennings on the KYMN program “Musician Talk: Interviews with Local Musicians.” Listen to hear more about her musical journey before the concert!
WATCH THE LIVE CONCERT

Live from the Guild Theater is a series of 30-minute live monthly concerts streamed to you from the stage of the Guild Theater between January and May, 2021. This concert series, organized by Ray Coudret, in collaboration with Guild staff, provides a platform for accomplished area musicians to share their music with the community.
Live from the Guild Theater is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts & cultural heritage fund.
MANY THANKS TO OUR 2020-21 411 CONCERT SERIES SPONSOR:

Live From the Guild Theater - Jon Manners
2021-04-10 19:30 - 20:00
A consummate troubadour, Jon Manners has been playing guitar since ’57, and recorded with Rolling Stones impresario/producer Andrew Loog Oldham for the Rare Earth label. Now living in Northfield he gigs solo in Southern and Central Minnesota.
Jon Manners’ sound is unmistakable, combining the bounce of funk, the passion of soul, the thoughtfulness of jazz, the story telling of folk and the joy of rock’n roll.
– Rich Larson, The Weekly List, 95.1 FM
WATCH THE LIVE CONCERT
Tune into the Guild’s Facebook page at 7:30 pm on Saturday, April 10 to experience Jon Manners Live from the Guild Theater!
Live from the Guild Theater is a series of 30-minute live monthly concerts streamed to you from the stage of the Guild Theater between January and May, 2021. This concert series, organized by Ray Coudret, in collaboration with Guild staff, provides a platform for accomplished area musicians to share their music with the community.
Live from the Guild Theater is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts & cultural heritage fund.
MANY THANKS TO OUR 2020-21 411 CONCERT SERIES SPONSOR:

Live from the Guild Theater featuring Andy Flory
2021-05-21 20:30 - 21:00
MAY 21, 8:30 PM
ANDY FLORY

Andrew Flory is a musicologist and musician from Northfield. He has played locally as a member of the Counterfactuals and leads the elusive trio Tower Soudan. When armed with a simple acoustic guitar or piano, Flory offers a quirky but direct take on indie, Americana and folk that lands somewhere near the intersection of Elliot Smith and John Denver. As an academic, he is an expert on the music of Motown and the author of the top-selling history of rock textbook in the U.S., and is currently writing a book about Marvin Gaye. He is well-versed in Gaye’s catalog, and has produced a number of historical reissues of material by the Motown legend. His day job is a professor post at Carleton College. Flory produces most of his own records and has also worked behind the desk for local groups like Sam Ryden and Matt Arthur and the Bratlanders.
Live from the Guild Theater is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts & cultural heritage fund.

WATCH THE LIVE CONCERT

During these challenging times, your support has tremendous impact! In celebration of this concert, please consider a donation to the Northfield Arts Guild.

CVRO: "Serenade- Farewell to Summer"
2021-09-30 19:00 - 20:00 | Odd Fellows Park Pavilion, 1011 Forest Avenue, Northfield, MN, United States
After almost two years without rehearsals and concerts, CVRO is ecstatic to return to the stage. This outdoor concert will feature new and old favorites such as Over the Rainbow, Russian Sailor’s Dance, Moon River, and the Carmen Overture. This concert is presented free of charge. Free will donations will be accepted (suggested donation, $15.00). Please bring a chair or blanket and enjoy an evening of exceptional music!
Thursday, Sept. 30, 7:00 pm
Odd Fellows Park Pavilion, 1011 Forest Avenue, Northfield

CVRO: 40th Anniversary Celebration
2021-11-06 15:00 - 17:00
Celebrate with us! The original Cannon Valley Regional Orchestra 40th Anniversary celebration concert had to be postponed due to the pandemic and has now been rescheduled for this November.
The concert will feature the premier performance of the Minnesota Suite, a piece by Northfield composer Reinaldo Moya. Made possible by a grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council, the work was inspired by the landscape and geography of the state of Minnesota. Also featured on the concert program is the Sibelius Violin Concerto, which will be performed by Francesca Anderegg, Associate Professor of Violin at St. Olaf.
The concert will be performed twice– On Saturday, Nov. 6 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Northfield, and on Sunday, Nov. 7 at the Cathedral of Our Merciful Savior in Faribault. Both concerts start at 3 pm.
For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit www.northfieldartsguild.org. Vaccines and masks will be required at all performances.

The Cactus Blossoms
2021-11-20 19:30 - 22:00 | Armory Square, 519 Division Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
You won’t find clashing sibling rivalry in the smooth tones of the Cactus Blossoms. Instead, these brothers blend their voices in a perfect harmony that will have you swaying along. Originally from Minneapolis, brothers Page Burkum and Jack Torrey are bringing their sound to Northfield. So grab someone special and get ready to tap your feet and clap your hands to the smooth sounds of the Cactus Blossoms.

Opening for the Cactus Blossoms is Northfield resident, Jon Manners. Playing since ’57, Jon Manners recorded with Rolling Stones impresario/producer Andrew Loog Oldham in the early ’70s. Now living in Northfield, he gigs solo in Southern and Central Minnesota. “Jon Manners’ sound is unmistakable, combining the bounce of funk, the passion of soul, the thoughtfulness of jazz, the story telling of folk and the joy of rock ‘n roll.” –Rich Larson, KYMN Radio 95.1

Tickets at www.northfieldartsguild.org or 507-645-8877. Vaccines and masks are required.

2021 Winter Walk
2021-12-09 12:00 - 21:00 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
The FCC will be open extended hours during Winter Walk.

CVRO April Concert
2022-04-02 15:00 - 17:00
Join CVRO to celebrate the end of winter at their next concert “Out of Darkness.”
This concert will feature music from Beethoven, Bruch, Dvorak, and Sibelius.
This concert will be presented on two dates: Saturday April 2, and Sunday April 3.
Saturday April 2, 3:00 pm | Northfield United Methodist Church (1401 Maple St. N, Northfield, MN 55057)
Sunday April 2, 3:00 pm | St. Ansgar’s Lutheran Church (7459 MN-19, Cannon Falls, MN 55009)
Call, click, or come in for tickets!
Cash only at the door
Adults- $15
Students/Seniors- $10

411 Concert Series- Dori Freeman
2022-04-09 19:30 - 22:30 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 West Third Street, Northfield, MN, 55057
Dori Freeman’s inimitable signature sound is in peak form on her fourth studio album, Ten Thousand Roses. Raised among a family of musicians in the Blue Ridge Mountains and hailed by Rolling Stone as “one of the most authentic vocalists to emerge from the hills of southwestern Virginia in recent years,” she’s a bonafide Appalachian artist, while simultaneously shattering the archetype by empowering the characters in her songs with personal strength and homegrown wisdom. Through this process, she both defies and expands notions of what it means to be from the region.
With opening special guests Craig Wasner, Maren Brogger, and Rob Ryden:
Craig Wasner, Rob Ryden, and Maren Brogger are sure to have something for everyone! The trio brings heartfelt harmonies, meaningful messages, and fun for the whole family. Their styles blend together a wide variety of classics, country, funk, and soul.
Saturday, April 9, 7:30pm | Northfield Arts Guild Theater | 411 West 3rd Street, Northfield, MN
Tickets- $25
Please check www.northfieldartsguild.org for up-to-date information on vaccination requirements to attend this concert.

CASTastrophe 3: The Diva Edition
2022-09-23 19:30 - 21:30 | Arts Guild Theater, 411 West Third Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States

Sweet Charity
2023-11-10 19:30 - 22:00, 2023-11-11 19:30 - 22:00 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 Third Street W, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
In this exuberant, groovy, hilarious musical comedy, Charity tries again and again to find her dream and make something of herself. Join the vibrant Charity Hope and her friends in 60’s New York for some powerful singing, brassy dancing, spirited laughter…and perhaps love.

411 Holiday Concert: Patty Peterson
2023-12-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 Third Street W, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Patty Peterson is a dynamic vocalist, radio personality (Jazz Radio on KBEM), and inspirational speaker. She is a world class Jazz/ R&B vocalist who has been inducted into the Minnesota Music Hall of Fame and is the 7 time winner of the coveted Minnesota Music Award for best vocalist. Patty regularly plays to packed houses including The Dakota in downtown Minneapolis. Join us for her one-of-a-kind Christmas show.

Patty is accompanied by world class pianist Sean Turner.

GET TICKETS HERE

Opener: NHS Sophomore singer and actor Kyra Reverman accompanied by the fabulous Curt Johnson!

Christmas at the Rainbow Diner
2023-12-08 19:30 - 21:30 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 Third Street W, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
MRS. MOXIE AND LEXI D. ARE BACK FOR ANOTHER HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA WITH FABULOUS SPECIAL GUESTS! JOIN US FOR A JOYOUS NIGHT OF HOLIDAY CHEER AND HILARITY.
IT’S CHRISTMAS AND THEY ARE SNOWED IN AT THE DINER….WHAT COULD POSSIBLY GO WRONG!?

GET TICKETS HERE

Ginger Commodore - 411 Concerts
2024-01-14 19:00 - 21:30 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 Third Street W, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Jazz, funk, R&B, gospel, soul singer and so much more, Ginger has had an incredible and acclaimed career. She started her career with The Sounds of Blackness, is a founding member of Moore By Four and has been a featured soloist at Orchestra Hall, the Guthrie, Penumbra, and Children’s Theater stages to name just a few.
Ginger was recently inducted into the Minnesota Music Hall of Fame.

TICKETS HERE

The Living Body Workshop by Virginia Twins (Adult class)
2024-01-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Join Twin Cities performers Virginia Twins for a workshop about attentions, listening and playful experimentation. With the same theater exercises that we use to create our shows, we will play and imagine together and practice looking at the world in a slightly different way. We believe that theater should be silly and honest, and while performing can be vulnerable, it can also be great fun! Our workshops are about connecting to the people who you’re performing with and building confidence on stage. This workshop is relevant for actors, dancers, performers of any kind, or anyone looking to explore their creativity as a moving body.
at the Guild Art Studio 304 Division Street South in Northfield, MN
Class is $25

GHOST - Special Theater Event
2024-01-20 19:30 - 21:00 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 West Third Street, Northfield, MN, 55057
An afterimage, a memory, a remnant, a sheet with three holes in it. Haunting and at times deeply humorous, Ghost is Virginia Twins’ latest spooky production featuring dance, live sound, and physical storytelling for all ages. As the year begins and the light starts filtering in, what are the ghosts telling you?

Tickets: $15 Adult $11 Senior/Student
GET TICKETS HERE

The Living Body Workshop by Virginia Twins (Gr. 9-12)
2024-01-21 10:00 - 14:00 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States

SACRED: A CVRO CONCERT
2024-03-09 15:00 - 16:30 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 Third Street W, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Saturday March 9th, 3:00 pm at Northfield United Methodist Church
1401 Maple St, Northfield, MN 55057
Concert includes
Debussy-Le Martyre de San Sebastian
Haydn – Seven Last Words of Christ
Wagner- Good Friday Music

SACRED: A CANNON VALLEY ORCHESTRA CONCERT
2024-03-10 15:00 - 16:30 | St. Ansgar’s Lutheran Church, 7459 Highway 19 Blvd, Cannon Falls, MN, 55009, United States
Sunday March 10th, 3:00 pm at St. Ansgar’s Lutheran Church
7459 Highway 19 Blvd, Cannon Falls, MN
Concert includes
Debussy-Le Martyre de San Sebastian
Haydn – Seven Last Words of Christ
Wagner- Good Friday Music
