Luther College

Musical: Children of Eden
2025-03-08 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Chicago) | Center for the Arts, Jewel Theatre
Children of Eden is presented as a concert musical through a collaboration between the Music and Visual/Performing Arts Departments. With a book by John Caird and music/lyrics by Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Godspell, Pippin), the story tackles the principal events of the Book of Genesis and considers the power of curiosity, the impact of generational trauma, and the hope of new beginnings.
In the weeks leading up to the performance, tickets will be available at tickets.luther.edu and at the box office located in the Center for Faith and Life.

Afrobeat Stars
2025-03-08 19:30 - 22:00 | Dahl Centennial Union, Marty’s
Get ready to vibe, dance, and shine at the most electrifying Afrobeat Stars party of the semester! From the renowned sounds of Fally Ipupa to the chart-topping hits of Burna Boy, Diamond Platnumz, and Tems, this event is all about the music that moves the world. Show up in your best party-stopping outfit inspired by Afrobeat Star Fashion and get ready to dance! Sponsored by AfroNorse.

Recital: David Helbling, saxophone, and Grace Rosholt, violin
2025-03-08 20:00 - 21:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
David and Grace will give a joint recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 8 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Benefactor's Organ Recital: Ilona Kubiaczyk-Adler
2025-03-09 14:00 - 15:00 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
Luther College is proud to present the annual Benefactor’s Recital featuring organist Ilona Kubiaczyk-Adler, Director of Ministries in Music and Arts & Organist at Pinnacle Presbyterian Church in Scottsdale, Arizona. Kubiaczyk-Adler has performed extensively across North America, Europe, and South America. Her innovative programs bridge early and contemporary music, with a particular focus on works by underrepresented composers from Europe and the Americas. In her program, “Organ Music of Eastern Europe and the Americas,” she will explore early music from Eastern Europe, connections between Bach and American composers he influenced, and works by 20th- and 21st-century women composers from both regions. The recital also features Jacob Adler’s jazz-influenced, partially improvised piece. Kubiaczyk-Adler will perform on the 42-stop Robert Sipe Organ in the Center for Faith and Life Main Hall.
The recital is made possible by the William B. Kuhlman Endowment for Organ Performance and the Kathryn Ulvilden Moen Fund for Organ and Church Music.
This event is free and open to the public. No reservations are required.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Faculty Artist Series: Kacy Clopton, cello & Du Huang, piano
2025-03-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Luther College faculty members Kacy Clopton and Du Huang will perform a recital at 4:00 p.m. in the Noble Recital Hall.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Fika [coffee+treats]
2025-03-10 10:30 - 10:50, 2025-03-17 10:30 - 10:50, 2025-03-31 10:30 - 10:50, 2025-04-07 10:30 - 10:50, 2025-04-14 10:30 - 10:50, 2025-04-28 10:30 - 10:50, 2025-05-12 10:30 - 10:50 | Center for Faith and Life
College Ministries invites you to join us during chapel break for coffee and treats on the CFL front steps. This is a great way to start the week!
Chapel programming is also held each Wednesday, and Friday morning from 10:30-10:50 a.m. in the CFL Main Hall. A variety of speakers and musical ensembles from across traditions are featured in chapel services. All are welcome.
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Emmaus: Communion at the Close of the Day
2025-03-10 20:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-17 20:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-31 20:00 - 21:00, 2025-04-07 20:00 - 21:00, 2025-04-28 20:00 - 21:00, 2025-05-05 20:00 - 21:00 | Center for Faith and Life, Recital Hall
College Ministries invites you to Emmaus, our weekly communion service held Monday evenings at 8pm in the CFL Recital Hall. We’ll sing Holden Evening Prayer and share communion. Even if communion isn’t a regular part of your church or religious tradition, you are more than welcome to join us, even just for the beautiful music! All students, staff, faculty, and community members are welcome.

Chapel
2025-03-12 10:30 - 10:50 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The whole Luther community is invited to join us for chapel break, in-person or online, regardless of faith tradition or background. Connect to our livestream or come in person! This time is intentionally set aside for you to pause and connect — we hope to see you!
Speaker: Abigail Russeth ’25
Music by: Cathedral Choir
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Faculty Artist Series: Adrianna Tam, soprano
2025-03-12 19:00 - 20:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Luther College faculty member Adrianna Tam will perform a recital at 7:00 p.m. in the Noble Recital Hall.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Emeriti Colloquium: Bach: Musical Encryption
2025-03-13 15:00 - 16:30 | Baker Commons
Presenter: Jim Griesheimer

Chapel
2025-03-14 10:30 - 10:50 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The whole Luther community is invited to join us for chapel break, in-person or online, regardless of faith tradition or background. Connect to our livestream or come in person! This time is intentionally set aside for you to pause and connect — we hope to see you!
Music feature: Danú
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Center Stage Series: Danú
2025-03-14 19:30 - 21:00 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
Let Danú be your guide on a musical journey across their native Ireland. A vibrant mix of energy and virtuosity, the musicians of Danú are at the top of their game on flute, tin whistle, fiddle, button accordion, bouzouki, and vocals in both Irish and English. They enchant audiences worldwide with everything from “fierce fiddle reels to pensive ballads” (New York Times).
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Senior Recital: Julia Weiner, voice
2025-03-15 14:00 - 15:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Julia will give a recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 2 p.m.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Wandering Heart: A Jazz Gospel Worship Service for Lent
2025-03-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
College Ministries invites the campus and community to this special worship service on Sunday, March 16 at 10:00 a.m. in the CFL Main Hall. This jazz-centered service features Mike James and Tony Guzman from the Luther Music Department, collaborating with other area musicians. The service encourages us in the good news that nothing can separate us from God’s love, not even a stubborn attitude, a tense heart, or a wandering spirit.
Pastor Melissa Bills, Director of College Ministries, will be preaching and presiding.

Senior Recital: Carson Weichers, baritone saxophone
2025-03-16 12:00 - 12:30 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Carson Weichers will give a recital in the Noble Recital Hall at Noon.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Senior Recital: Ryan Holt, Piano
2025-03-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Ryan Holt will give a recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 2 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Junior Recital: Benjamin Hilgers, voice & Anna Floden, flute
2025-03-16 16:00 - 17:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Benjamin Hilgers and Anna Floden will perform a joint recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 4:00 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Center Stage Series School Performance: Get Hip!
2025-03-20 12:30 - 13:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
Recommended for 3rd-6th grade.
At a glance, this is a lively and entertaining introduction to jazz music. Along the way we learn about its cultural origins, how improv works, and why creativity and self-expression matter, and the ways in which being part of an ensemble teaches responsibility, teamwork, and cooperation.
To reserve tickets from your school, please contact Bradley Phillips, phillibr@luther.edu, or 563-387-1293. Community members are welcome as space allows.

Chapel
2025-04-02 10:30 - 10:50 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The whole Luther community is invited to join us for chapel break, in-person or online, regardless of faith tradition or background. Connect to our livestream or come in person! This time is intentionally set aside for you to pause and connect — we hope to see you!
Music for Reflection: Shayla Van Hal, visiting instructor in music
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Chapel
2025-04-04 10:30 - 10:50 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The whole Luther community is invited to join us for chapel break, in-person or online, regardless of faith tradition or background. Connect to our livestream or come in person! This time is intentionally set aside for you to pause and connect — we hope to see you!
Speaker: Pastor Melissa Bills
Music by: Collegiate Chorale
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Dance Marathon Big Event
2025-04-04 17:00 - 20:00 | Dahl Centennial Union, Marty’s
Luther Dance Marathon would like you to join us for our BIG EVENT and help us raise money for the Iowa Stead Children’s Hospital. We will have games, snacks, and music!

Scholar Recognition Day
2025-04-05 09:00 - 15:00 | Luther College
Luther’s admitted student celebration event.
Scholar Recognition Day will immerse you in unique programming that connects you with faculty and current students. Join your fellow admitted students and experience all aspects of the Luther community.
The day’s events include parent/guardian-focused activities, as well, such as in-depth scholarship and financial aid information.
Pre-Event Activities
Arriving the night before? Join Luther faculty, staff, and students for Friday night social activities. Watch for details in your reminder emails the week leading up to the event.
Auditions
Talent auditions (music, theatre, and dance) are available during these events.
Register for this event

Recital: Sophie Klein, piano
2025-04-05 14:00 - 14:30 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Sophie will give her junior piano recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 2 p.m.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Migrating Melodies
2025-04-05 14:00 - 16:00 | Vesterheim Museum Commons
Join Luther College and Vesterheim for Migrating Melodies, an engaging celebration of music, art, and heritage inspired by Vesterheim’s exhibit Leading with Our Hearts: Nordic, Sámi, and Ojibwe Designs from Nature. Held in tandem with the 200th anniversary of Norwegian emigration to the U.S., this special event features Aurora, performing songs inspired by the exhibit, along with an insightful presentation and an interactive craft experience. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore cultural connections through sound, story, and creativity!

Spring Oratorio: Mozart's Requiem in D minor, Decorah, IA
2025-04-05 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The Luther College Symphony Orchestra and Nordic Choir will perform Mozart’s Requiem in D minor at Luther College in the Center for Faith and Life. Doors will open at 7:00 PM, and the performance will begin at 7:30 PM. We will feature 5 Luther Alumni Soloists.
Tickets can be purchased by following the link below or at the door.
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Emily Secor ’16
Praised for her “spicy and rich lyric soprano,” (Vocal Arts Chicago) Wisconsin native Emily Secor enjoys performing on and off the operatic stage. Emily has been a frequent artist in Madison Opera productions, having spent two seasons with the company as a Studio Artist (2018-20), and appearing as guest artist during their digital 2020-21 season. Recent performance engagements with Madison Opera include covering “Susanna” in Le nozze di Figaro and the “Trio Soprano” in Bernstein’s Trouble in Tahiti, and performing the role of “Diana” in Orpheus in the Underworld. Emily has also held young artist residencies with Des Moines Metro Opera, Haymarket Summer Opera, and Harrower Summer Opera. As an active teaching artist, Emily maintains a private voice studio and regularly adjudicates for the Wisconsin State Music Association’s regional and state festivals. Emily is a graduate of the University of Northern Iowa where she received a Master of Music degree and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Luther College in Decorah, Iowa.
Laura Krumm ’09
Praised for her “exceptionally beautiful mezzo” by San Francisco Classical Voice, mezzo-soprano Laura Krumm most recently returned to The Metropolitan Opera to cover Stéphano in Roméo et Juliette, sang Eliza in Omar with San Francisco Opera, and traveled to Hong Kong to sing Jane Seymour in Anna Bolena with Musica. Additional recent highlights include her début with LA Philharmonic as Siegrune in Act III of Die Walküre at the Hollywood Bowl under the baton of Gustavo Dudamel; her celebrated Rosina with San Francisco Opera, Mendocino Music Festival, and Sacramento Philharmonic and Opera; and Beethoven’s 9th Symphony with Reno Philharmonic and Auburn Symphony. In the 2024-2025 season Laura will make her Los Angeles Opera début as Stéphano in Roméo et Juliette, sing her role début as Prince Charming in Cendrillon with Cedar Rapids Opera, appear with Orchestra Iowa as a soloist in Mozart’s Requiem, and return to San Francisco Opera for their production of Idomeneo. The Iowa native earned a Master of Music from the University of North Texas and is a graduate of Luther College in Decorah, Iowa.
Jill Phillips ’10
Jill Phillips, mezzo-soprano, is an Assistant Professor of Music in Voice at Truman State University in Kirksville, Missouri. Last summer, she taught voice at the nationally known Lutheran Summer Music Academy and Festival at Valparaiso University in Valparaiso, Indiana, and she looks forward to returning this summer. Most recently, Jill was on the voice faculty at Luther College in Decorah, Iowa. In addition to teaching, she remains an active performer. Last fall, she performed at the North Star New Music Festival at Truman State University and performed as a soloist with the Truman State University Wind Symphony. In May, she will perform with the Fox Valley Symphony in Appleton, Wisconsin, and will return to sing with the Elm Ensemble in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in June. She received her Doctor of Musical Arts and Master of Music degrees in voice from the University of Cincinnati’s College-Conservatory of Music (CCM). While at CCM, she sang the roles of Marcellina in Mozart’s Le nozze di Figaro, the Old Prioress in Poulenc’s Dialogues of the Carmelites, and Baba the Turk in Stravinsky’s The Rake’s Progress. Jill earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music at Luther College in Decorah, Iowa. While at Luther College, she performed in the opera scenes program and the spring opera productions.
Andrew Stenson ’08
American tenor Andrew Stenson, praised by The Wall Street Journal for his “vivid tenor that is both beautiful and full of raw feeling”, is a graduate of The Metropolitan Opera’s Lindemann Young Artists Program. In addition to singing many of the standard lyric tenor roles, Mr. Stenson has created leading characters in two important World Premieres. He left an indelible impression as Danny Chen in An American Solider with Opera Theater of St. Louis, and had a big personal success as Gen Watanabe in Bel Canto with Lyric Opera of Chicago, where he returned to sing Ferrando in Cosi Fan Tutte. Mr. Stenson has sung such roles as Candide, Tamino in The Magic Flute, Ernesto in Don Pasquale, Tonio in La Fille Du Regiment, Almaviva in The Barber Of Seville and Sprink in Silent Night with the opera companies of Seattle, Minnesota, Dallas, Utah, Palm Beach, Arizona and Washington National Opera. In Europe, he has sung with the Glyndebourne Festival, Garsington Festival, Wexford Festival, and the opera companies of Toulouse and Bordeaux. During the pandemic year, Mr. Stenson participated in several virtual productions produced by Seattle Opera. He appeared in their stagings of Elixir Of Love, Don G,iovanni and Tosca, as well as in a solo recital. In recent seasons, Andrew returned to the opera companies of San Francisco, Minnesota, Colorado, and the Metropolitan Opera.

Zachary Owen ’10
Born and raised in Illinois, American bass-baritone Zachary Owen has performed with such companies as the Glimmerglass Festival, Arizona Opera, Cincinnati Opera, Kentucky Opera, Des Moines Metro Opera, Central City Opera, Opera North, Opera Theatre of Saint Louis, and Opera Santa Barbara. He has performed the roles of Dulcamara in L’elisir d’amore, Alidoro in La Cenerentola, Ashby in La fanciulla del West, Don Fernando in Fidelio, Figaro in Le nozze di Figaro, Nick Shadow in The Rake’s Progress, Frank Maurrant in Street Scene, the Commendatore in Don Giovanni, Der Sprecher in Die Zauberflöte, Spencer Coyle in Owen Wingrave, and the title role in Don Pasquale. Mr. Owen is the recipient of numerous awards including the Grace Keagy Award at the Lotte Lenya Competition, the Luther College Brudos Family Prize for Opera Performance and was selected as National Semifinalist at the 2015 Metropolitan Opera National Council Competition. He is an alumnus of the Marion Roose Pullin Studio at Arizona Opera. He holds a BM in Music from Luther College and a MM Voice Performance and Artist Diploma in Opera Performance both from the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music.

Spring Oratorio: Mozart's Requiem in D minor, Mahtomedi, MN
2025-04-06 | Off Campus
Luther College Symphony Orchestra and Nordic Choir will perform Mozart’s Requiem in D minor at St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church in Mahtomedi, MN. Doors will open at 3:30 PM, and the performance will begin at 4:00 PM. We will feature 5 Luther Alumni Soloists.
Tickets can be purchased by following the link below or at the door!
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Emily Secor ’16
Praised for her “spicy and rich lyric soprano,” (Vocal Arts Chicago) Wisconsin native Emily Secor enjoys performing on and off the operatic stage. Emily has been a frequent artist in Madison Opera productions, having spent two seasons with the company as a Studio Artist (2018-20), and appearing as guest artist during their digital 2020-21 season. Recent performance engagements with Madison Opera include covering “Susanna” in Le nozze di Figaro and the “Trio Soprano” in Bernstein’s Trouble in Tahiti, and performing the role of “Diana” in Orpheus in the Underworld. Emily has also held young artist residencies with Des Moines Metro Opera, Haymarket Summer Opera, and Harrower Summer Opera. As an active teaching artist, Emily maintains a private voice studio and regularly adjudicates for the Wisconsin State Music Association’s regional and state festivals. Emily is a graduate of the University of Northern Iowa where she received a Master of Music degree and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Luther College in Decorah, Iowa.
Laura Krumm ’09
Praised for her “exceptionally beautiful mezzo” by San Francisco Classical Voice, mezzo-soprano Laura Krumm most recently returned to The Metropolitan Opera to cover Stéphano in Roméo et Juliette, sang Eliza in Omar with San Francisco Opera, and traveled to Hong Kong to sing Jane Seymour in Anna Bolena with Musica. Additional recent highlights include her début with LA Philharmonic as Siegrune in Act III of Die Walküre at the Hollywood Bowl under the baton of Gustavo Dudamel; her celebrated Rosina with San Francisco Opera, Mendocino Music Festival, and Sacramento Philharmonic and Opera; and Beethoven’s 9th Symphony with Reno Philharmonic and Auburn Symphony. In the 2024-2025 season Laura will make her Los Angeles Opera début as Stéphano in Roméo et Juliette, sing her role début as Prince Charming in Cendrillon with Cedar Rapids Opera, appear with Orchestra Iowa as a soloist in Mozart’s Requiem, and return to San Francisco Opera for their production of Idomeneo. The Iowa native earned a Master of Music from the University of North Texas and is a graduate of Luther College in Decorah, Iowa.
Jill Phillips ’10
Jill Phillips, mezzo-soprano, is an Assistant Professor of Music in Voice at Truman State University in Kirksville, Missouri. Last summer, she taught voice at the nationally known Lutheran Summer Music Academy and Festival at Valparaiso University in Valparaiso, Indiana, and she looks forward to returning this summer. Most recently, Jill was on the voice faculty at Luther College in Decorah, Iowa. In addition to teaching, she remains an active performer. Last fall, she performed at the North Star New Music Festival at Truman State University and performed as a soloist with the Truman State University Wind Symphony. In May, she will perform with the Fox Valley Symphony in Appleton, Wisconsin, and will return to sing with the Elm Ensemble in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in June. She received her Doctor of Musical Arts and Master of Music degrees in voice from the University of Cincinnati’s College-Conservatory of Music (CCM). While at CCM, she sang the roles of Marcellina in Mozart’s Le nozze di Figaro, the Old Prioress in Poulenc’s Dialogues of the Carmelites, and Baba the Turk in Stravinsky’s The Rake’s Progress. Jill earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music at Luther College in Decorah, Iowa. While at Luther College, she performed in the opera scenes program and the spring opera productions.
Andrew Stenson ’08
American tenor Andrew Stenson, praised by The Wall Street Journal for his “vivid tenor that is both beautiful and full of raw feeling”, is a graduate of The Metropolitan Opera’s Lindemann Young Artists Program. In addition to singing many of the standard lyric tenor roles, Mr. Stenson has created leading characters in two important World Premieres. He left an indelible impression as Danny Chen in An American Solider with Opera Theater of St. Louis, and had a big personal success as Gen Watanabe in Bel Canto with Lyric Opera of Chicago, where he returned to sing Ferrando in Cosi Fan Tutte. Mr. Stenson has sung such roles as Candide, Tamino in The Magic Flute, Ernesto in Don Pasquale, Tonio in La Fille Du Regiment, Almaviva in The Barber Of Seville and Sprink in Silent Night with the opera companies of Seattle, Minnesota, Dallas, Utah, Palm Beach, Arizona and Washington National Opera. In Europe, he has sung with the Glyndebourne Festival, Garsington Festival, Wexford Festival, and the opera companies of Toulouse and Bordeaux. During the pandemic year, Mr. Stenson participated in several virtual productions produced by Seattle Opera. He appeared in their stagings of Elixir Of Love, Don G,iovanni and Tosca, as well as in a solo recital. In recent seasons, Andrew returned to the opera companies of San Francisco, Minnesota, Colorado, and the Metropolitan Opera.

Zachary Owen ’10
Born and raised in Illinois, American bass-baritone Zachary Owen has performed with such companies as the Glimmerglass Festival, Arizona Opera, Cincinnati Opera, Kentucky Opera, Des Moines Metro Opera, Central City Opera, Opera North, Opera Theatre of Saint Louis, and Opera Santa Barbara. He has performed the roles of Dulcamara in L’elisir d’amore, Alidoro in La Cenerentola, Ashby in La fanciulla del West, Don Fernando in Fidelio, Figaro in Le nozze di Figaro, Nick Shadow in The Rake’s Progress, Frank Maurrant in Street Scene, the Commendatore in Don Giovanni, Der Sprecher in Die Zauberflöte, Spencer Coyle in Owen Wingrave, and the title role in Don Pasquale. Mr. Owen is the recipient of numerous awards including the Grace Keagy Award at the Lotte Lenya Competition, the Luther College Brudos Family Prize for Opera Performance and was selected as National Semifinalist at the 2015 Metropolitan Opera National Council Competition. He is an alumnus of the Marion Roose Pullin Studio at Arizona Opera. He holds a BM in Music from Luther College and a MM Voice Performance and Artist Diploma in Opera Performance both from the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music.

Organ Studio Recital
2025-04-08 19:30 - 20:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
Members of the Luther College organ studio present a recital of works on the Robert Sipe Organ.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Chapel
2025-04-09 10:30 - 10:50 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The whole Luther community is invited to join us for chapel break, in-person or online, regardless of faith tradition or background. Connect to our livestream or come in person! This time is intentionally set aside for you to pause and connect — we hope to see you!
Speaker: Elizabeth Heim ’25
Music by: Norskkor
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Chapel
2025-04-11 10:30 - 10:50 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The whole Luther community is invited to join us for chapel break, in-person or online, regardless of faith tradition or background. Connect to our livestream or come in person! This time is intentionally set aside for you to pause and connect — we hope to see you!
Speaker: Jacob Reister ’25
Music by: Nordic Choir
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Center Stage Series: ETHEL & Robert Mirabal
2025-04-11 19:30 - 21:00 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
Multiple Grammy-winning musician, artist, and storyteller Robert Mirabal, an elder of the Taos Pueblo, teams with the New York–based string quartet ETHEL to weave a gorgeous tapestry with colors from Native America, Europe, Africa, and Asia. At the pinnacle of the program is the Red Willow Suite, a breathtaking blend of music and storytelling.
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Recital: Bella Dassow & Callie Pierce, voice
2025-04-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Bella and Callie will give a joint recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 12:00 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Recital: Malaika Hale and Paige Barker, voice
2025-04-12 14:00 - 15:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Malaika and Paige will give a joint recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 2 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Recital: Amelia Ramirez, flute, and Carter Sommerness, trumpet
2025-04-12 18:00 - 19:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Amelia and Carter will give a joint recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 6 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Junior Recital: Michael Van Meter, trombone
2025-04-12 20:00 - 20:30 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Michael will give a recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 8 p.m.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Senior Recital: Cam Moll, voice
2025-04-13 12:00 - 13:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Cam will give a recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 12:00 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Symphonic Band Concert
2025-04-13 15:00 - 16:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The Luther College Symphonic Band will perform a concert in the Center for Faith and Life at 3 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Faculty Artist Series: Shayla Van Hal, organ
2025-04-13 17:30 - 18:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
Luther College visiting instructor in music history Shayla Van Hal will perform a recital in the Center for Faith and Life main hall at 5:30 p.m.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Percussion Concert
2025-04-13 19:00 - 20:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
The percussion ensemble will perform a concert in the Noble Recital Hall at 7:00pm.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Chapel
2025-04-16 10:30 - 10:50 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The whole Luther community is invited to join us for chapel break, in-person or online, regardless of faith tradition or background. Connect to our livestream or come in person! This time is intentionally set aside for you to pause and connect — we hope to see you!
Music and Readings for Holy Week
Music by: Luther Ringers
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Brass Ensemble Concert
2025-04-16 19:30 - 20:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The Luther College Brass Ensemble will perform a concert in the Center for Faith and Life at 7:30 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Earth Day Celebration with Rec Services
2025-04-22 17:00 - 19:00 | Library Lawn
Celebrate Earth Day outdoors with Rec Services! Join us on Library Lawn for some lawn games like cornhole, flag football, bocce ball, and more. Rec will also provide hammocks for lounging, treats, and music. Feel free to bring your own games or hammocks and enjoy the evening together!

General Recital
2025-04-22 19:30 - 20:30 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
A general recital will be held in the Noble Recital Hall at 7:30 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Chapel
2025-04-23 10:30 - 10:50 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The whole Luther community is invited to join us for chapel break, in-person or online, regardless of faith tradition or background. Connect to our livestream or come in person! This time is intentionally set aside for you to pause and connect — we hope to see you!
Speaker: Erin Daniel ’25
Music by: Cathedral Choir
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Concert Band Concert
2025-04-23 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The Luther College Concert Band will perform a concert in the Center for Faith and Life main hall at 7:30 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Jazz Band Concert
2025-04-24 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-11-06 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The Luther College Jazz Band will perform a concert in the Center for Faith and Life main hall at 7:30 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Spring Preview Day
2025-04-25 09:00 - 15:00 | Luther College
Get a fun, introductory look at Luther College and Decorah’s vibrant community!
This event is designed for high school students who are starting the college search process.
Spring Preview Day will include:

A campus tour.
An overview of admissions, scholarships, and financial aid.
A question-and-answer session with current Luther students.
Complimentary lunch in our excellent cafeteria.
A choice of special info sessions about music, study away opportunities, and our outdoor pre-orientation program.
Optional activities like faculty conversations, one-on-one meetings with coaches, and a guided excursion in Decorah.

Spring Preview Day begins with check-in at 9 a.m. Depending on your afternoon activities, the day will conclude by either 2 or 3 p.m.
Register for this event

Cathedral Choir Concert
2025-04-25 19:00 - 20:30
Dr. Martin Luther Church
325 S. Main Street
Oconomowoc, WI 53066
Cathedral Choir, under the direction of Mark Potvin, presents a program around the theme “In Which We Have Our Life and Breath,” offering musical reflections of nature and humanity. Cathedral Choir is a mixed voice ensemble consisting of members of the sophomore, junior, and senior classes.
No tickets are required; freewill donations will be collected to support the choir.
View the program for Cathedral Choir.

Collegiate Chorale Concert
2025-04-25 19:00 - 20:30
Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church
2315 Chicago Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Please join friends, family, and supporters of the Luther College Collegiate Chorale under the direction of Adrianna Tam during their spring tour. The ensemble of select sopranos and altos will present a musical perspective entitled “Meet Us Where We Are.” Bring your friends and join us for a beautiful concert!
No tickets are required; freewill donations will be collected to support the choir.
View the program for collegiate Chorale.

Cathedral Choir Concert
2025-04-26 10:30 - 12:00
Bethel Lutheran Church
312 Wisconsin Ave
Madison, WI 53703
Cathedral Choir, under the direction of Mark Potvin, presents a program around the theme “In Which We Have Our Life and Breath,” offering musical reflections of nature and humanity. Cathedral Choir is a mixed voice ensemble consisting of members of the sophomore, junior, and senior classes.
No tickets are required; freewill donations will be collected to support the choir.
View the program for Cathedral Choir.

Cancelled Event: Senior Recital: Hannah Kerchner, trumpet
2025-04-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
This recital has been cancelled.
Hannah will give a recital in the Noble Recital Hall at Noon.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Senior Recital: Carlie Prymek, voice
2025-04-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Carlie will give a recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 2 p.m.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Jazz Orchestra Homecoming Concert
2025-04-26 16:00 - 18:00 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The Luther College Jazz Orchestra will perform their homecoming concert in the Center for Faith and Life main hall at 4:00 p.m..
View the jazz orchestra program
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Collegiate Chorale Concert
2025-04-26 16:45 - 18:15
The Basilica of Saint Mary
88 North 17th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Part of the Missa Choralis Series & the 5:00 pm Saturday Mass of Anticipation
Please join friends, family, and supporters of the Luther College Collegiate Chorale under the direction of Adrianna Tam during their spring tour. The ensemble of select sopranos and altos will present a musical perspective entitled “Meet Us Where We Are.” Bring your friends and join us for a beautiful concert!
No tickets are required; freewill donations will be collected to support the choir.
View the program for collegiate Chorale.

Recital: Joseph Johnson & Noah Bowers, voice
2025-04-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Joseph and Noah will give a joint recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 6 p.m.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Cathedral Choir Concert
2025-04-26 19:00 - 20:30
Cedar Falls High School
2701 W 27th Street
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Cathedral Choir, under the direction of Mark Potvin, presents a program around the theme “In Which We Have Our Life and Breath,” offering musical reflections of nature and humanity. Cathedral Choir is a mixed voice ensemble consisting of members of the sophomore, junior, and senior classes.
No tickets are required; freewill donations will be collected to support the choir.
View the program for Cathedral Choir.

Recital: Alyssa Keller, voice
2025-04-26 19:30 - 20:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Alyssa will give a recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 7:15 p.m.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Collegiate Chorale Concert
2025-04-26 19:30 - 21:00
Christ Church Lutheran
3244 34th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
Please join friends, family, and supporters of the Luther College Collegiate Chorale under the direction of Adrianna Tam during their spring tour. The ensemble of select sopranos and altos will present a musical perspective entitled “Meet Us Where We Are.” Bring your friends and join us for a beautiful concert!
No tickets are required; freewill donations will be collected to support the choir.
View the program for collegiate Chorale.

Senior Recital: Mya Ploor, flute
2025-04-26 20:30 - 21:30 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Mya will give a recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 8:15 p.m.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Distinction in Accompanying Recital
2025-04-27 12:00 - 13:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
The Distinction in Accompanying Recital will occur in the Noble Recital Hall at 12:00 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Recital: Anishka Vogl, violin
2025-04-27 18:30 - 19:30 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Anishka will give a recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 6:30 p.m.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Recital: Ethan Johnson , violin, and Kyle Pido, piano
2025-04-27 20:00 - 21:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Ethan and Kyle will give a joint recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 8 p.m.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Cathedral Choir Homecoming Concert
2025-04-29 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
Cathedral Choir will perform their homecoming concert under the direction of Mark Potvin, around the theme “In Which We Have Our Life and Breath,” offering musical reflections of nature and humanity. Cathedral Choir is a mixed voice ensemble, consisting of members of the sophomore, junior, and senior classes.
Free and open to the public.
View the program for Cathedral Choir.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Collegiate Chorale Homecoming Concert
2025-05-01 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
Please join friends, family, and supporters of the Luther College Collegiate Chorale, under the direction of Adrianna Tam, for their homecoming concert. The ensemble of select sopranos and altos will present a musical perspective entitled “Meet Us Where We Are.” Bring your friends and join us for a beautiful concert!
Free and open to the public.
View the program for Collegiate Chorale.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Chapel
2025-05-02 10:30 - 10:50 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The whole Luther community is invited to join us for chapel break, in-person or online, regardless of faith tradition or background. Connect to our livestream or come in person! This time is intentionally set aside for you to pause and connect — we hope to see you!
Speaker: Alex Van Surksum ’25
Music by: Nordic Choir
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Norskkor and Aurora Concert
2025-05-02 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The Luther College choirs, Norskkor and Aurora, will perform a concert in the Center for Faith and Life main hall at 7:30 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Philharmonia and Cello Choir Concert
2025-05-03 12:00 - 14:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Luther College’s Philharmonia and Cello Choir will perform a concert in the Noble Recital Hall at 12:00 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Recital: Adam McDonald, bassoon
2025-05-03 14:00 - 15:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Adam will give a recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 2 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Recital: Claudia Larson, double bass
2025-05-03 16:00 - 16:30 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Claudia will give a recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 4 p.m.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Composition Studio Recital
2025-05-03 19:00 - 20:30 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
The Luther College Composition Studio will perform a recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 7:00 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Junior Recital: Jonas Haugland, trombone
2025-05-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Jonas will give a recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 12 p.m.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Fika [coffee+treats] - Blessing of the Bikes
2025-05-05 10:30 - 10:50 | Center for Faith and Life
Join us on the CFL Front Steps for Fika where we will have a “Blessing of the Bikes.” Bring your bike to Fika, enjoy coffee and a round-shaped treat, and receive a special blessing for the upcoming bicycling season.
Chapel programming is also held each Wednesday, and Friday morning from 10:30-10:50 a.m. in the CFL Main Hall. A variety of speakers and musical ensembles from across traditions are featured in chapel services. All are welcome.
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Chapel
2025-05-07 10:30 - 10:50 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The whole Luther community is invited to join us for chapel break, in-person or online, regardless of faith tradition or background. Connect to our livestream or come in person! This time is intentionally set aside for you to pause and connect — we hope to see you!
Speaker: Cam Moll ’25
Music by: Luther Ringers
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Spring Opera: Tour de Farce
2025-05-09 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
Luther College Opera Theatre presents “Tour de Farce,” featuring scenes from Mozart’s Die Zauberflöte (Magic Flute) and Don Giovanni. An homage to early touring opera companies in the United States, with two different scenarios of what can go wrong when attempting to take opera ‘on the road!’

Directed by Andrew Whitfield, music directed by Nicholas Shaneyfelt. With the Luther College Chamber Orchestra, under the direction of Daniel Baldwin. In the CFL Main Hall at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets are available through the Luther College Ticket Office.
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Spring Opera: Tour de Farce
2025-05-10 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
Luther College Opera Theatre presents “Tour de Farce,” featuring scenes from Mozart’s Die Zauberflöte (Magic Flute) and Don Giovanni. An homage to early touring opera companies in the United States, with two different scenarios of what can go wrong when attempting to take opera ‘on the road!’

Directed by Andrew Whitfield, music directed by Nicholas Shaneyfelt. With the Luther College Chamber Orchestra, under the direction of Daniel Baldwin. In the CFL Main Hall at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets are available at the Luther College Ticket Office.

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A Cappella Serenade at The Landing
2025-05-11 11:00 - 12:00 | The Landing, Decorah
On this Mother’s Day, treat your mom or someone like a mom to breakfast or lunch from Justin’s, smoothies or bowls from Root 43, coffee and sweet treats from The Buzz and Tandem, all while enjoying uplifting music performed by a cappella groups from Luther College. The groups – Undeclared, Beautiful Mess, and Uptempo! will perform contemporary hits along with classics from various genres. Best yet, this serenade is free!

Music Department Senior Project Showcase
2025-05-13 19:30 - 22:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall and Choir Room
The music senior project presentations will occur at 7:30 p.m. in the Choir Room and Noble Recital Hall.

Jazz Band on the CFL Front Steps
2025-05-15 12:45 - 14:15 | Center for Faith and Life, Front Steps
Come enjoy live music on the CFL front steps by Luther’s Jazz Band!

Bicentennial Alumni Gathering: "200 Years of Norway in North America"
2025-05-15 14:45 - 18:30
You are cordially invited to a special alumni event commemorating the 200th anniversary of Norwegian immigration to North America, a pivotal moment in our shared history. Join us as we celebrate “200 Years of Norway in North America”.
Date: Thursday, May 15, 2025
Time: Registration will open at 2:45 p.m. (14:45)
Doors will close at 3:30 p.m. (15:30)
Program begins at 4:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. (16:00 – 18:30)
Location: Fanehallen, Akershus Festning, Oslo, Norway
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In 1825, the Restauration set sail, carrying 52 Norwegians to new lives across the Atlantic. This journey initiated a wave of immigration, with over a third of Norway’s population eventually making the voyage. Today, nearly 5 million North Americans proudly claim Norwegian heritage, a testament to the enduring ties between our continents.
In partnership with the Norway-America Association (NORAM) and the Norwegian Sister Colleges (Augsburg University, Augustana University, Concordia College, Luther College, Pacific Lutheran University, and St. Olaf College), this bicentennial celebration will honor a shared legacy and reunite alumni. We are delighted to announce that His Majesty the King will be in attendance, the former Minister of Foreign Affairs and Defense Ine Eriksen Søreide will deliver the keynote address, and we will feature a special musical performance to enhance our celebration. President emerita Jenifer K. Ward will be in attendance representing Luther College at the event.
Additional Details, Registration and Cost:
Ticket includes food and drinks (hours d’eouvres)
The cost to attend this event is NOK 300.
Dress code: Business attire
Space is limited, so we encourage you to register as soon as possible. The RSVP deadline is April 4, but spots may fill up before then.
Register to attend
Sponsored by Luther College, St. Olaf College, Augsburg College, Augustana College, Concordia College and NORAM

FMEA Ukepalooza 2025
2025-05-15 19:00 - 20:30 | Dahl Centennial Union, Marty’s
Join us to celebrate our music education seniors headed out to student teach in the fall at a research poster session with refreshments, then cheer on our MUED 372 Modern Band at about 7:30 followed by a ukulele play-along with karaoke mic! Bring your ukulele or use one of ours. No experience necessary!

Chapel
2025-05-16 10:30 - 10:50 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The whole Luther community is invited to join us for chapel break, in-person or online, regardless of faith tradition or background. Connect to our livestream or come in person! This time is intentionally set aside for you to pause and connect — we hope to see you!
Speaker: Pastor Melissa Bills
Music by: Norskkor and Aurora
For more on College Ministries
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Ultra Mega Mega
2025-05-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Center for the Arts
Join us for this open gala throughout the entire CFA featuring the semester coursework and final projects by students across all creative arts from Art, Dance, Theatre, Musical Theatre, and Visual Communication.

Driftless Jazz at Marty’s
2025-05-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Dahl Centennial Union, Marty’s
Driftless Jazz will perform some jazz/dance music for any students interested in taking a study break and wanting to get some energy out on the dance floor.

All-Campus Celebration Worship
2025-05-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
College Ministries will host this all campus worship to celebrate with joy the journey of the nearly completed school year. All are welcome!
Music: Luther Ringers

Brudos Prize Recital: Erin Daniel
2025-05-21 19:30 - 20:30 | Center for Faith and Life and Jenson-Noble Hall of Music
Erin Daniel will perform the Brudos Prize Recital in the Nobel Recital Hall at 7:30 p.m.
watch the livestream on the Music department youtube channel

Friday Showcase Concert with Nordic Choir and Concert Band
2025-05-23 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The Friday Showcase Concert featuring Nordic Choir and Concert Band will take place in the Center for Faith and Life Main Hall at 7:30 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Saturday Showcase Concert with Symphony Orchestra and Jazz Orchestra
2025-05-24 13:30 - 15:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The Saturday Showcase Concert with Symphony Orchestra and Jazz Orchestra will take place in the Center for Faith and Life main hall at 1:30 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Baccalaureate: A Service of Blessings
2025-05-24 20:00 - 21:00 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
Guests are to be seated by 7:45 p.m. Graduates wear their caps and gowns and will receive instructions for processing and sitting together as a class.
A longstanding Luther tradition, Baccalaureate is a ceremony of music, blessings, and prayers for graduates and their families. Reflecting the “rooted and open” nature of our Lutheran college and its ministries, this service is for all students, families, and guests, across denominations and faith traditions. A freewill offering will be taken and designated to local and global charities in honor of the senior class.
A livestream of Baccalaureate can be viewed at luther.edu/commencement.

Dorian Middle School Small Ensemble Grand Concert
2025-06-21 13:00 - 14:00 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The Dorian Middle School Small Ensembles will perform a concert in the Center for Faith and Life at 1:00 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Dorian Middle School Large Ensemble Grand Concert
2025-06-21 14:30 - 16:00 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The Dorian Middle School Large Ensembles will perform their Grand Concert in the Center for Faith and Life at 2:30 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Dorian High School Small Ensemble Grand Concert
2025-06-28 13:00 - 14:00 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The Dorian High School Small Ensemble Grand Concert will occur in the Center for Faith and Life at 1:00 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Dorian High School Large Ensemble Grand Concert
2025-06-28 14:30 - 16:00 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The Dorian High School Large Ensembles will perform their Grand Concert in the Center for Faith and Life at 2:30 p.m..
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Dorian Orchestra Reunion for Alumni and Friends
2025-07-12 08:00 - 2025-07-13 17:00 | Luther College Campus
This July, Luther College will host a special event marking the end of an era. The first ever orchestra reunion for alumni and friends. A celebration of Luther College’s long-standing orchestra program. Dr. Daniel Baldwin will close his tenure with the orchestra as he prepares for retirement. We will be exploring Luther’s orchestral history through decades of music. We invite all alumni and friends to join this exciting reunion, which includes dinner, rehearsals, and conversation. Come to play if you can, or come for the community and reconnect with your friends and colleagues.
There will not be a Grand Concert performance with this event.
Learn more and view the schedule

Ustav Trip to Rochester with CIES
2025-07-19 10:30 - 20:00 | Meet in Front of Dahl Centennial Union
The Center for Intercultural Engagement and Support (CIES) invites you to experience Utsav: Festival of Colors, a vibrant celebration of the rich cultural heritage of the Asian Indian community, on Saturday, July 19, in Rochester. Enjoy delicious food, captivating dance performances, and mesmerizing music; join the color throw; and explore an array of products available for browsing.
After departing from the Dahl Centennial Union at 10:30 a.m., we will enjoy lunch at an Indian restaurant, spend a few hours at the Apache Mall, and end the afternoon at the Utsav festival. We expect to return to campus at 8 p.m. The cost is $5, which covers the event ticket, lunch, and transportation.
Please RSVP for the trip through this form; pay the ticket cost at the CIES office. If you have any questions, contact cies@luther.edu.

College Offices and Resources
2025-08-30 09:00 - 14:00 | Dahl Centennial Union, Williams Lounge, 1st floor
The following offices and resources will be available in the Main Lobby of Dahl Centennial Union:

Center for Global Learning
Center for Intercultural Engagement and Support
Decorah Area Tourism
Financial Aid
Library
Music Department
Parents and Family Council
Student Accounts
Student Employment
Student Engagement
Student Success (including Career Center, Center for Academic Enrichment, Disability Services, and TRIO Student Support Services)
Technology Help Desk

Students will be able to check their SPO mailbox at the Mail Center until 4 p.m.

One for the Arts
2025-09-03 17:30 - 18:30 | Center for the Arts, Jewel Theatre
Kick off the year in style at One for the Arts. A lively welcome party for new and returning students ready to connect, create, and celebrate all things theatre and musical theatre! Come for the ice cream, stay to meet new friends.

Contra Dance
2025-09-03 20:30 - 23:00 | Outside, between the Union and CFL
Join us for a night of live folk music and large group line dancing where you are guaranteed to meet new people, learn a few new dance moves, and enjoy endless amounts of laughter and fun!

Welcome Week, Dante's Disko
2025-09-05 21:00 - 23:00 | Dahl Centennial Union, Marty’s
First SACtastic Dante’s Disko of the Year! Come see a student DJ tearing up the records in Marty’s. Great music, dancing, and energy all evening long. No outside drinks allowed (water provided).

Welcome Week Silent Disco
2025-09-06 20:00 - 22:00 | Bentdahl Commons
The only event where people can party while listening to music through an interconnected network of wireless headphones! Come listen to three of your favorite genres of music with all of your friends. Want to blast your music all night long? Switch channels when a better song is on the other channel? Want to stop listening to the music to talk to your friends? If so, Silent Disco is where you should be! We’re taking song recommendations for the student made channel.
Rain location: Marty’s

Music Faculty Showcase Recital
2025-09-07 16:00 - 17:00 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The Music Department faculty will perform a recital in the Center for Faith and Life. The recital will begin at 4:00 p.m.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Fika [coffee+treats]
2025-09-08 10:30 - 10:50, 2025-09-15 10:30 - 10:50, 2025-09-29 10:30 - 10:50, 2025-10-06 10:30 - 10:50, 2025-10-27 10:30 - 10:50, 2025-11-03 10:30 - 10:50, 2025-11-10 10:30 - 10:50, 2025-11-17 10:30 - 10:50 | Center for Faith and Life, Front Steps
College Ministries invites you to join us during chapel break for coffee and treats on the CFL front steps. This is a great way to start the week!
Chapel programming is also held each Wednesday and Friday morning from 10:30-10:50 a.m. in the CFL Main Hall. A variety of speakers and musical ensembles from across traditions are featured in chapel services. All are welcome.
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Emmaus: Communion at the Close of the Day
2025-09-08 20:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-15 20:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-22 20:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-29 20:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-06 20:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-13 20:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-27 20:00 - 21:00, 2025-11-03 20:00 - 21:00 and 2 more dates | Center for Faith and Life, Recital Hall
College Ministries invites you to Emmaus, our weekly communion service held Monday evenings at 8 p.m. in the CFL Recital Hall.
We’ll sing Holden Evening Prayer and share communion. Even if communion isn’t a regular part of your church or religious tradition, you are more than welcome to join us, even just for the beautiful music! All students, staff, faculty, and community members are welcome.

Center Stage Series: Laura Loge & Steven Luksan
2025-09-11 19:30 - 21:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Crossings Concert: Musical Migrations
Join Luther College for a special night exploring the lives and works of Norwegian American composers as we celebrate the 200th anniversary of Norwegian immigration to North America. Pianist-composer Steven Luksan and soprano Laura Loge share newly uncovered works that blend cultures and showcase the challenges, humor and poetry of adjusting to a new home.
Presented in collaboration with the Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum Folk Art School, this concert is supported in part by a generous gift to the Vesterheim Annual Fund from Carol Birkland and Tom Woxland.
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Chapel
2025-09-12 10:30 - 10:50
The whole Luther community is invited to join us for chapel break, in-person or online, regardless of faith tradition or background. Connect to our livestream or come in person! This time is intentionally set aside for you to pause and connect — we hope to see you!
Blessing of Student Organizations and Leaders
Speaker: Erik Matth, associate director of student activities
Music: Norskkor and Aurora
For more on College Ministries
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Festival Latino of Cedar Rapids - Day Trip with CIES
2025-09-13 09:15 - 18:30
Join The Center for Ethics and Public Engagement (CIES) for a day filled with connections, music, food and celebration. The Festival Latino embraces all of South American and Latin American culture. This year’s festival entertainment will feature mariachi music. CIES is organizing transportation from campus to Cedar Rapids. Leave time is 9:15 a.m., and the group will return to campus around 6:30 p.m. The cost is $10 per person. Registration is required; please sign up at the CIES office inside the Dahl Centennial Union.

Edwin Andereck Studio Alumni Recital
2025-09-13 14:00 - 15:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
The Edwin Andereck Studio Alumni Recital will take place in the Noble Recital Hall at 2 p.m.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Faculty Artist Series: Camille Balleza, piano
2025-09-14 14:00 - 15:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Luther College Staff Collaborative Pianist Camille Balleza will perform a piano recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 2 p.m.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Luther College Live
2025-09-16 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-09-30 19:00 - 20:00 | Admissions Visit Center
Join admissions counselors and current students for an introduction to all things Luther College.
This 50-minute virtual event will highlight Luther’s unique opportunities like J-term and study-away, as well as our amazing location in Decorah, Iowa. Most important, though, will be your chance to talk with current students, who can answer your questions about academics, athletics, music, dorm life, dining options, and more.
If you’re curious about Luther College, start with a virtual visit. There’s room for everyone here.
The event will be held on Zoom.
Register Now for Luther College Live

CANCELLED - Faculty Artist Series: Deborah Gover, soprano
2025-09-16 19:30 - 20:30 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Luther College faculty member Deborah Gover will perform a recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 7:30 p.m.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Chapel
2025-09-17 10:30 - 10:50 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The whole Luther community is invited to join us for chapel break, in-person or online, regardless of faith tradition or background. Connect to our livestream or come in person! This time is intentionally set aside for you to pause and connect — we hope to see you!
Music Feature:
Join us for a special music feature in Chapel on Wednesday. Carrie Groenewold is a professor of music, university organist, and director of keyboard activities at Dordt University. Richard Neckermann is the principal trumpet of the Southwest Michigan Symphony and the Battle Creek Symphony. Groenewold and Neckermann are visiting Luther as part of the annual organ and church music residency.

All are welcome to attend.
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"Windows of Praise, Prayer, and Supplication," a Recital of Music for Organ and Trumpet
2025-09-17 19:30 - 20:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
Carrie Groenewold and Richard Neckermann present “Windows of Praise, Prayer, and Supplication,” a recital of music for organ and trumpet.

Chapel
2025-09-19 10:30 - 10:50
The whole Luther community is invited to join us for chapel break, in-person or online, regardless of faith tradition or background. Connect to our livestream or come in person! This time is intentionally set aside for you to pause and connect — we hope to see you!
Speaker: Aaron Zander, assistant coach/assistant aquatics director
Music: Cathedral Choir
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Family Weekend Concert: Jazz Orchestra and Concert Band
2025-09-20 12:30 - 13:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
Luther College Jazz Orchestra and Luther College Concert Band will perform a concert in the Center for Faith and Life.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

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Family Weekend Concert: Cathedral Choir | Collegiate Chorale | Symphonic Band | Norskkor | Aurora
2025-09-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
Luther College Cathedral Choir, Collegiate Chorale, Symphonic Band, Norskkor, and Aurora will perform in the Center for Faith and Life.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

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SAC Hop Soda Shoppe
2025-09-20 20:30 - 22:30 | Dahl Centennial Union, Marty’s
Come cool off with free soda and ice cream at the SAC Hop Soda Shoppe during Family Weekend. Join us for another great year of music and dancing with live music by Luther’s Jazz Orchestra and Jazz Band! Students and their families, faculty, and staff are all welcome.
Hosted by the the Student Activities Council (SAC)

Family Weekend Worship Service
2025-09-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Center for Faith and Life
Students, families, and guests are welcome to join the Luther community for this service of worship and communion.
Preacher: Melissa Bills, Director of College Ministries and College Pastor; Music: Nordic Choir
Watch via livestream
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Fika [coffee+treats]
2025-09-22 10:30 - 10:50 | Center for Faith and Life, Front Steps
College Ministries invites you to join us during chapel break for coffee and treats on the CFL front steps. This is a great way to start the week!
At this Fika, you’ll have a chance to learn more about Young Adults in Global Mission (YAGM). YAGM is a program for ELCA young adults ages 21-35 and provides a transformative, year-long journey in international service. Brita Fagerlund, a YAGM representative, will be at Fika to share her experience with the organization and opportunities that are available.
Chapel programming is also held each Wednesday and Friday morning from 10:30-10:50 a.m. in the CFL Main Hall. A variety of speakers and musical ensembles from across traditions are featured in chapel services. All are welcome.
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Chapel
2025-09-24 10:30 - 10:50 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The whole Luther community is invited to join us for chapel break, in-person or online, regardless of faith tradition or background. Connect to our livestream or come in person! This time is intentionally set aside for you to pause and connect — we hope to see you!
Preacher: Pastor Melissa Bills
Music: Nordic Choir
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Zane Larson ‘19, “Semper Fi, Do or Die”: Hegemonic Masculinity in the Musical Dogfight
2025-09-24 19:30 - 20:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Recital Hall
This lecture focuses on the musical Dogfight (2012) by Dear Evan Hansen and La La Land composer-lyricist duo Benj Pasek and Justin Paul. The musical is set in San Francisco during the midst of the Vietnam War and focuses on a group of marines who spend their last night before deployment causing havoc in the name of sadistic hypermasculine entertainment. Acts of violent misogyny from individual marines cause ingroup fighting that challenges their personal conceptions of what it means to “be a man” despite their adherence to traditional norms of American masculinity. The narrative of the musical thus translates Vietnam War era masculinity to modern audiences and utilizes the stage as a space for exploration of male gendered performance in musical theater. Using a broad range of methodologies to examine the lyrics, musical score, narrative, staging, costuming, critical reviews, and interviews, Zane Larson will construct the varied ways that masculinity is performed in this musical. He will argue that the presentation of the marines as a socially dominant whole is challenged by individual marines’ performances of masculinities that are not in accordance with masculinity norms. Furthermore, Larson will demonstrate how those who occupy the status of a non-socially dominant masculinity experience gender panic resulting in violent action by means of misogyny and homophobia. This violence occurs as those situated outside of the normative boundaries of masculinity attempt to reconstruct perceptions of their masculinity to fit societal expectations of American military service members in both Vietnam and contemporary eras.
Zane Larson is a PhD candidate in Musicology at the University of Iowa. He received his Bachelor’s in vocal performance with an education minor from Luther College ’19, and a Master’s in Music Theory from Florida State University. Zane’s primary research areas are musical theater, pop music, film music, and gender and sexuality studies. Zane has presented his research on musicals at CUNY’s Graduate Students in Music Conference, on Hyperpop at Harvard’s Graduate Music Forum, and on Leonard Bernstein at the National American Musicological Society meeting in Denver in 2023. Zane’s current publications include work on Women’s Clubs in Iowa and the musical A Strange Loop, which was nominated for the Society for Music Theory’s Public Facing Scholarship Award in 2024 and the American Musicological Society’s Philip Brett Award in 2025.

Panel about Graduate School in Music
2025-09-25 09:45 - 10:45 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Orchestra Room
If you are considering applying for graduate school in music this year or in the future, or if you want to hear about our panelists’ experiences as graduate students, please attend. Our panelists are recent or current graduate students in performance, musicology, music theory, and composition graduate programs. This is an informal Q and A session, so please come with questions.
The panel consists of Luther alum, Zane Larson ’19, who is a PhD Candidate in Musicology at University of Iowa, and holds a MA in Music Theory from Florida State University; Dr. Anoushka Divekar, Assistant Professor (Music), who holds a DM in Clarinet Literature and Performance from Indiana University, and a MM in Clarinet Performance from Texas Tech University; and Luther alum and Adjunct Professor (Music), Madeline Starck ’23, who holds a MM in Music Theory/Composition from University of Louisiana at Lafayette.
This is an in-person event and will not be live streamed.

Explore Luther Day
2025-09-26 09:00 - 14:00, 2025-10-16 09:00 - 14:00, 2025-10-17 09:00 - 14:00 | Admissions Visit Center
Explore Luther Day puts you right in the middle of our campus community.
It’s a day of discovery. Activities include:

The Exploring Majors Fair with a full menu of opportunities.
A Student panel where real students take the mic.
Campus tours, because you have to see this place for yourself.
Breakout sessions like Experiential Learning, Music Is for Everyone, Student Life Round-Robin, and Visual and Performing Arts.
Optional bonus activities, including athletic coach meetings, one-on-one admissions and scholarship questions, and a street-level experience in downtown Decorah.

It’s time to explore your Luther story.

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Chapel
2025-09-26 10:30 - 10:50
The whole Luther community is invited to join us for chapel break, in-person or online, regardless of faith tradition or background. Connect to our livestream or come in person! This time is intentionally set aside for you to pause and connect — we hope to see you!
Blessing for Student Musicians and Artists
Speaker: Mark Potvin, assistant professor of music
Music: Concert Band
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Owl at Home, A Children's Opera
2025-09-27 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-09-27 13:00 - 14:00 | Center for the Arts, Jewel Theatre
“Owl at Home” is a charming musical retelling of the beloved book by Arnold Lobel – in which the well-meaning but slightly confused Owl experiences simple domestic adventures like making tear-water tea, being afraid of the bumps in his bed, and trying to be in two places at once.
This is a new work composed and written by Luther faculty members Brooke Joyce and Bobby Vrtis and is especially geared toward children— pre-K-4th grade. All are welcome!
In the weeks leading up to the performance, tickets will be available at tickets.luther.edu and at the ticket office located in the Center for Faith and Life.

Faculty Artist Series: Xiao Hu, piano
2025-09-28 19:30 - 21:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Luther College faculty member Xiao Hu will perform a recital at 7:30 p.m. in the Noble Recital Hall.
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Chapel
2025-10-01 10:30 - 10:50 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The whole Luther community is invited to join us for chapel break, in-person or online, regardless of faith tradition or background. Connect to our livestream or come in person! This time is intentionally set aside for you to pause and connect — we hope to see you!
Speaker: Paul Hemenway, career coach and curriculum integration manager
Music: Aurora
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Open Mic Night at Marty's
2025-10-02 19:00 - 21:00 | Dahl Centennial Union, Marty’s
Get ready to take the stage! Join us for a fun-filled evening of live performances at our Open Mic Night. Whether you’re a musician, poet, comedian, or have a unique talent, this is your chance to shine! Prizes for the top performers!

Jazz Night at Marty's
2025-10-03 20:30 - 22:30 | Dahl Centennial Union, Marty’s
Join SAC, Luther’s Jazz Orchestra, and Jazz Band for a fun night of music and dancing.
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Homecoming Worship
2025-10-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
Worship on campus as we celebrate Homecoming and the gift of the Luther community.
Music by Aurora, Norskkor, Collegiate Chorale, and Cathedral Choir
Alumni and guests are invited to sing in a pickup choir that will perform during service. Those interested in participating are welcome to meet for a brief rehearsal at 9:10 A.M. on Sunday in the CFL main hall. No attire requirements. Copies of the score “Make Me an Instrument of Thy Peace,” by Mary McDonald will be available. For advanced preparation, you can review these learning tracks. Questions? Contact Dr. Mark Potvin.
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Homecoming Concert: Symphony Orchestra, Concert Band, Nordic Choir
2025-10-05 13:30 - 15:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
Symphony Orchestra, Dennis Friesen-Carper, conductor
Concert Band, Cory Near, conductor
Nordic Choir, Andrew Last ’97, conductor
Presentations:
Weston H. Noble Award
Carlo A. Sperati Award
Hemp Family Prize for Orchestra Performance
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Latines Unides and Allies Launch
2025-10-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Main 112
Come join us and learn about Latines Unides! We’ll have food, music, games, and prizes! All are welcome to come participate in English or Spanish.

Chapel
2025-10-08 10:30 - 10:50 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The whole Luther community is invited to join us for chapel break, in-person or online, regardless of faith tradition or background. Connect to our livestream or come in person! This time is intentionally set aside for you to pause and connect — we hope to see you!
Praise and Worship Chapel
Music: Tuesday Night Discipleship
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Faculty Artist Series: Mike James, guitar
2025-10-09 19:30 - 20:30 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Luther College faculty member Mike James will perform a recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 7:30 p.m.
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Chapel
2025-10-10 10:30 - 10:50
The whole Luther community is invited to join us for chapel break, in-person or online, regardless of faith tradition or background. Connect to our livestream or come in person! This time is intentionally set aside for you to pause and connect — we hope to see you!
Speaker: Arin Kyllo ’26
Music: Nordic Choir and student guests
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CANCELED-Faculty Artist Series: Miko Kominami, piano
2025-10-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
This event has been canceled.
Luther College faculty member Miko Kominami will perform a recital at 4:00 p.m. in the Noble Recital Hall.
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CANCELED - Faculty Artist Series: Carla Hanson, Du bist wie eine Blume
2025-10-12 14:00 - 15:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
NOTICE: Carla Hanson has canceled her faculty artist recital set for October 12.
Faculty member Carla Hanson will perform a recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 2 p.m.
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Fika [coffee+treats]
2025-10-13 10:30 - 10:50 | Center for Faith and Life, Front Steps
College Ministries invites you to join us during chapel break for coffee and treats on the CFL front steps. This is a great way to start the week!
At this week’s Fika, we will observe World Food Day (October 16), and we’ll join the Little Free Pantry in creating posters to celebrate foods.
Chapel programming is also held each Wednesday and Friday morning from 10:30-10:50 a.m. in the CFL Main Hall. A variety of speakers and musical ensembles from across traditions are featured in chapel services. All are welcome.
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Chapel
2025-10-15 10:30 - 10:50 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The whole Luther community is invited to join us for chapel break, in-person or online, regardless of faith tradition or background. Connect to our livestream or come in person! This time is intentionally set aside for you to pause and connect — we hope to see you!
Founders Day Chapel
Location: Bentdahl Commons (rain location: CFL Main Hall)
Speaker: President Brad Chamberlain
Music: Norskkor
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Faculty Artist Series: Luther College Piano Quartet with Dawn Wohn, violin
2025-10-25 16:00 - 17:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
The Luther College Piano Quartet will perform with violinist Dawn Wohn at 4:00 p.m. in the Noble Recital Hall.
Praised as having “a joyful sense of freedom, and a pure, unencumbered tone” by BBC Music Magazine, violinist Dawn Dongeun Wohn has performed in concert halls across five continents including Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center. She has appeared as a soloist for live-broadcast performances with orchestras such as the Korean Broadcasting Symphony and the Aspen Conducting Orchestra, The New York Sinfonietta, and Japan’s Telemann Ensemble. In addition, she has performed recitals across the world including Carnegie Weill Hall, Alice Tully Hall in Lincoln Center, Merkin Hall, and Jordan Hall.
Her debut solo album Perspectives, featuring works by female composers was featured by the New York Times, Spotify and Apple Music and was chosen as one of WQXR’s best albums of the year. Her recent release, Unbounded by Delos Music explores music by American women. Both albums have been featured on radio programs all over the world and have been noted for its “elegant and impassioned playing” (Classical Magazine), “warm, crystal-clear tone” (Whole note Magazine), “stunning and panache” (IAWN) and “committed, caring and lovely playing” (Fanfare).
As a musician with a wide range of styles and interests, Dawn often performs with new music ensembles and as guest concertmaster for orchestras in venues as diverse as Carnegie Hall to Radio City Music Hall. Recent activities include a new commission by Jungsun Kang, performances of Mark Phillip’s Violin Power for violin and interactive electronics, and international tours with DJ Kid Koala and the Afiara Quartet as part of an interdisciplinary live show “Nufonia Must Fall”. As an active chamber musician, Dawn has been invited to perform at festivals such as International Musician’s Seminar Prussia Cove in England, The Banff Centre, Music@Menlo, and Aspen Music Festival. Notable collaborations include members of the Emerson, Miami and Tokyo String Quartets, as well as Colin Carr, Jason Vieaux and Roberto Plano.
Dawn began her violin studies at age 4 and trained at The Juilliard School’s Pre-College Division as a full scholarship student of the renowned pedagogue Dorothy DeLay. Further studies include an undergraduate degree from The Juilliard School, a Master of Music and Artist Diploma from Yale University, and a Doctor of Musical Arts degree from Stony Brook University where she studied with Philip Setzer of the Emerson Quartet, Soovin Kim and Gilbert Kalish.
Committed to teaching the next generation of violinists, she is currently on faculty at the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Mead Witter School of Music and teaches at Rocky Ridge Music Festival during the summers. Previously, she held the position of Associate Professor of Violin at Ohio University’s School of Music as well as Associate Concertmaster of Harrisburg Symphony. As a guest artist she has presented and performed recitals at over 50 schools such as Oberlin, New England Conservatory, NYU, Ithaca College, Bowling Green State University and Kansas University. She has also been on faculty of festivals such as the Académie Anglicorde in France, International Music Festival of the Adriatic in Italy, and Festival de Febrero in Mexico.
Dawn performs on a 1732 Nicolo Gagliano violin and enjoys reading or spending time outdoors with her husband Jay, son Jasper and dog Wolfie (named after Mozart) when she is not performing or teaching. For more information on Dawn, please visit www.dawnplaysviolin.com
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Tau Delta Gamma's Annual Pink Night at Impact Coffee
2025-10-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Impact Coffee, Decorah
Join us in support of Winneshiek County Celebration of Life (WCCOL). Enjoy live music by the Driftless Jazz Collective, silent auction baskets, a specialty drink, and free-will donation ribbons that will be displayed throughout the event. Winneshiek County Celebration of Life provides support to families experiencing or recovering from cancer by offering gas cards, bill assistance, and other services to ease financial stress. 100% of proceeds from Pink Night will be donated to WCCOL to help local families facing cancer find comfort and support during their journey.

Julia Weigle and Mari Mineck recital
2025-10-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Julia Weigle senior voice and Mari Mineck junior trumpet recital.
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Center Stage Series School Performance: Harold and His Headphones
2025-10-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
Recommended for K-4th grade.
Follow young Harold as he listens to different pieces of music—performed live by classical-crossover duo The OK Factor—through his headphones while processing the way the music makes him feel. This story engages students in an exciting social-emotional learning adventure, inviting them to explore how music and their emotions might affect one another.
To reserve tickets from your school, please contact Bradley Phillips, phillibr@luther.edu, or 563-387-1293. Community members are welcome as space allows.
Sponsored in part by the Kurtich Endowment for Campus Programming.

The 12:30 performance of Harold and His Headphones is cancelled
2025-10-28 12:30 - 13:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
NOTE: The performance at 10 a.m. of Harold and His Headphones will be held.
Recommended for K-4th grade.
Follow young Harold as he listens to different pieces of music—performed live by classical-crossover duo The OK Factor—through his headphones while processing the way the music makes him feel. This story engages students in an exciting social-emotional learning adventure, inviting them to explore how music and their emotions might affect one another.
To reserve tickets from your school, please contact Bradley Phillips, phillibr@luther.edu, or 563-387-1293. Community members are welcome as space allows.
Sponsored in part by the Kurtich Endowment for Campus Programming.

Chapel
2025-10-31 10:30 - 10:50 | Dahl Centennial Union, Williams Lounge, 1st floor
Dia De Los Muertos Chapel
Day of the Dead is an important celebration for Mexican and Latino people, in which we remember, honor, and pray for our loved ones who have passed away.
People in Mexico make richly decorated altars in their homes, cemeteries and churches, to remember and pray for the souls of the faithful departed. The deceased loved ones are remembered with offerings of food, drinks, photos, and objects that the person enjoyed in life. These things are laid out on the altar table. Day of the Dead prayers remember the legacy and good deeds of our ancestors as we pray for them and with them.
You are invited to bring a picture or memento of a loved one to add to the Ofrenda during the chapel service (an “ofrenda” is an altar or display that honors deceased loved ones during the Mexican celebration of Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead).
The whole Luther community is invited to join us for chapel break, in-person or online, regardless of faith tradition or background. Connect to our livestream or come in person! This time is intentionally set aside for you to pause and connect — we hope to see you!
Worship leaders: Latines Unides
Music: Collegiate Chorale
Location: Union Lobby
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Hugh Spann and Eva Kraske recital
2025-11-01 16:00 - 17:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Hugh Spann jr. piano and Eva Kraske jr. voice recital.
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Jamie Anderson and Brynnen Stefan recital
2025-11-02 14:00 - 15:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Jamie Anderson jr. voice and Brynnen Stefan jr. piano recital.
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Concert Band Concert
2025-11-02 16:00 - 17:30 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The Concert Band Concert will take place in the Center for Faith and Life main hall at 4 p.m..
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LDA Decompression Session
2025-11-02 17:00 - 20:00 | Preus Library, Hovde Room
Students! Luther Disability Alliance (LDA) invites you to join us for fidgets, and music! Come learn what LDA is all about, stop by to steal some snacks, do some homework, or just hangout. Open to all students, please feel free to come and go as needed.

Chapel
2025-11-07 10:30 - 10:50
The whole Luther community is invited to join us for chapel break, in-person or online, regardless of faith tradition or background. Connect to our livestream or come in person! This time is intentionally set aside for you to pause and connect — we hope to see you!
Speaker: Geremiah Brown ’26
Music: Luther Ringers
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Senior Recital: Tara Rajanesan, piano
2025-11-07 19:30 - 20:30 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Tara will give a recital in the Noble Recital Hall at 7:30 p.m.
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Dorian Keyboard Festival
2025-11-08 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music: Noble Recital Hall, Orchestra Room, Sperati Band Room, Choir Room
Visit the Dorian Keyboard Festival web page for more information:
Dorian Keyboard Festival

Eli Vorvick and Breah Hippler recital
2025-11-09 11:30 - 12:30 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Eli Vorvick jr. trombone and Breah Hippler, jr. trumpet recital.
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David Helbling senior recital
2025-11-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
David Helbling senior full saxophone recital.
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First Jam Session of the Luther Folk Society
2025-11-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Choir Room
Interested in playing, learning, or teaching folk music? We’d love you to come join us for a low-pressure jam session! All instruments, musical backgrounds, and skill levels welcome. We’ll teach some tunes, but if you have a favorite to share, we’d love for you to bring it along. We’ll be eating dinner at the Caf afterwards, too! Contact folksociety@luther.edu for more information, or tell us you’re interested on our interest form.

Percussion Ensemble Concert
2025-11-09 19:00 - 20:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
The Luther College Percussion Ensemble will perform a concert in the Noble Recital Hall at 7 p.m.
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Guest Speaker Carol Krueger
2025-11-11 09:40 - 10:50 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Choir Room
Guest Speaker Carol Krueger will be presenting her talk “Developing the independent Musician” from 9:40am-10:50 am in the choir room. Recital attendance will be given.

Brass Ensembles Concert
2025-11-12 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for Faith and Life
The Luther College Low Brass Choir, Trumpet Ensemble, and Horn Ensemble will perform a concert in the Center for Faith and Life on Wednesday November 12 at 7:30 p.m. There may be inflatable sharks . . .
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VPA Musical: Renascence
2025-11-13 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-11-14 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-11-15 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for the Arts, Jewel Theatre
Renascence tells the captivating story of young Edna St. Vincent Millay’s transformation from small-town Maine poet to New York literary sensation. At just 18, Millay writes her masterpiece “Renascence”—a profound meditation on suffering, rebirth, and the interconnectedness of all life—launching her extraordinary journey from rural obscurity to fame. This musical explores the power of art to transcend restrictions and the human struggle between confinement and freedom, death and renewal.
In the weeks leading up to the performance, find tickets at the Luther Ticket Office or at tickets.luther.edu.

Chapel
2025-11-14 10:30 - 10:50
The whole Luther community is invited to join us for chapel break, in-person or online, regardless of faith tradition or background. Connect to our livestream or come in person! This time is intentionally set aside for you to pause and connect — we hope to see you!
Speaker: Allie Scott, director of annual giving and campaigns
Music: Collegiate Chorale
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Music Education and Students with Disabilities and/or Living in Poverty: A NAfME Virtual Symposium
2025-11-15 10:00 - 15:30 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Choir Room
November 15th in the Jenson-Noble Hall of Music Choir room. 10am-3:30pm. Multiple attendance credits available.

Alex Van Surksum senior recital
2025-11-15 14:00 - 15:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Alex Van Surksum senior full tuba recital.
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Zach Cummer and Rowan Jordahl recital
2025-11-15 16:00 - 17:00 | Jenson-Noble Hall of Music, Noble Recital Hall
Zach Cummer jr. trombone and Rowan Jordahl jr. voice recital.
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Symphonic Band Concert
2025-11-16 16:00 - 18:00 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
Symphonic Band will perform a concert in the Center for Faith and Life main hall at 4 p.m.
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Fall Library Book Sale
2025-11-17 07:30 - 23:59, 2025-11-18 07:30 - 23:59, 2025-11-19 07:30 - 23:59 | Preus Library
Preus Library will offer double the fun this academic year with double the book sales. Our fall book sale will be held November 17-22, with a surprising range of items and rapidly declining prices. Fiction, non-fiction, hardcovers and paperbacks. DVDs, sheet music, and more.

Symphony Orchestra Homecoming Concert
2025-11-18 19:30 - 21:00 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The Luther Symphony Orchestra will perform a homecoming concert in the Center for Faith and Life at 7:30 p.m.
Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel

Chapel
2025-11-19 10:30 - 10:50 | Center for Faith and Life, Main Hall
The whole Luther community is invited to join us for chapel break, in-person or online, regardless of faith tradition or background. Connect to our livestream or come in person! This time is intentionally set aside for you to pause and connect — we hope to see you!
Thanksgiving Songs and Readings
Music: Norskkor and guests
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