The Minnesota Beethoven Festival begins its 14th season on Sunday, June 27, with a performance by Pacifica Quartet at the Saint Mary’s University Page Theatre. The Minneapolis Star Tribune featured the festival in its Variety Section, noting that “big names have been part of the Beethoven Festival from its beginnings in 2007.” Ned Kirk, Artistic and Managing Director, said that the line-up “has more of a chamber music and recital focus while past years often featured orchestras and choirs. Back in April, when we were given permission to reopen, large ensembles were not an option, we needed to move forward quickly to rebuild a season, and so I went with inviting back friends, all in small configurations.” Unlike previous years and prior to COVID 19, patrons will be seated in every other seat and masks are recommended. There will be a total of eight concerts and the festival runs through July 15.
“For Twin Cities classical music lovers, that could mean a lovely drive or even train ride down the Mississippi River, with splendid music awaiting them at the end of their journey.”