Years in the making, Timothy Takach’s Helios is a concert-length work that explores the mythology surrounding our galaxy. Hear the horse-led chariots in Neptune, and the siren call of the sopranos and altos as they sing of Jupiter. Takach is one of choral music’s leading composers, and his gifts for melody and drama are evident throughout this world premiere event! Sun 05.19.19 3:00pm First Lutheran, Columbia Heights

Years in the making, Timothy Takach’s "Helios" is a concert-length work that explores the mythology surrounding our galaxy. Hear the horse-led chariots in Neptune, and the siren call of the sopranos and altos as they sing of Jupiter. Takach is one of choral music’s leading composers, and his gifts for melody and drama are evident throughout this world premiere event!

Sat 05.18.19 7:30pm Nativity of Our Lord, St. Paul Sun 05.19.19 3:00pm First Lutheran, Columbia Heights

A rare opportunity to hear Minnesota-based composers share repertoire and stories about what inspires them to create. Performance will feature the Chione Woodwind Quintet, percussionist Erik Barsness, a chamber chorus of professional singers, and the Bethlehem Lutheran Church Senior Choir under the direction of David Mennicke. Abbie Betinis (left) is a composer whose music has been called ‘superb, edgy, and thrilling’. Jocelyn Hagen’s (center) music is dramatic, deeply moving, and boldly beautiful. Tim Takach (right) has risen fast in the concert world and his music has been reviewed as ‘gorgeous with intriguing harmonies’.

-Pre-concert conversations with artists are one-half hour before the concerts.
-No admission charge. Free-will offering taken.
-Refreshments are served in the gallery following each concert.
-Free nursery available for children three months to three years of age.

Bethlehem Music Series Event Page:
http://www.bethlehemmusicseries.org/mn-composers/

Featuring NATION

Encore is thrilled to announce their Spring concert collaboration with Minneapolis duo, Nation! Join us for an afternoon of music guaranteed to lift your spirits as Encore takes flight with "On Wings of Song". Hearts will soar as you join our musical journey with selections from Mendelssohn to madrigals and Beatles to Betinis.

Nation is a collaborative vocal band pioneered by composer/performers Jocelyn Hagen and Timothy C. Takach. Their first songs have been a cappella duets, but they have plans to add to Nation and start collaborating with other musicians.

You won't want to miss this performance!

Christ the King Lutheran Church
8600 Fremont Ave South
Bloomington, MN 55420

VocalEssence Chorus & Ensemble Singers
Ashley DuBose, guest appearance
Jeremy Messersmith, guest appearance
Nation, guest appearance

Bob Dylan’s timeless music has been covered by everyone from Jimi Hendrix to the Kronos Quartet. As the finale to our 50th season, it’s time to add our name to the list. Join us as we reimagine Dylan in the Midwest premiere of The Times They Are A-Changin’: The Words and Music of Bob Dylan, commissioned in honor of his 2016 Nobel Prize in Literature and arranged by Steve Hackman. Kick back, grab a drink, and hear Dylan’s music like it’s the first time all over again.

Special pre-concert performance by Nation at 7:30. Don’t miss it!

Palace Theatre 
17 West 7th Place 
Saint Paul, MN 55102

On June 5th Nation will present it's own show at the Bryant Lake Bowl in Minneapolis, MN. Guest musicians will include Sam Bergman (viola), Cicely Parnas (cello), and Spearfisher (electronics, keyboard). Come see a fresh take on vocal music! Nation is a vocal band pioneered by composer/performers Jocelyn Hagen and Timothy C. Takach.