Star Tribune highlights this summer’s 6 classical music festivals in Minnesota featuring a rich array of performances from Bach and Beethoven to contemporary artists like Joshua Bell and Christian Reif, along with Julia Bullock and Ana Maria Martinez. The Minnesota Beethoven Festival in Winona is running from June 30 to July 21. Founded 17 years ago with the Minnesota Orchestra as its first invitees, the festival will again feature the orchestra on July 13 and 21. Violinist Joshua Bell, a frequent performer since the festival’s inception, will join pianist Jeremy Denk on July 16. Other notable performers include cellist Steven Isserlis on June 30, genre-blending trio Time for Three on July 9, and pianist Awadagin Pratt on July 11. Tickets are $25, and performances will be held at various venues in Winona.
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