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2015–2016 Season Poulenc • ElgarVaughan Williams

Mozart • Bartók Sibelius • Schubert

Artaria Quartet with Daniel Rieppel | Andrew Kane

Maria Jette | South Dakota Chorale | The Bison Brass

Accademia del Piacere | The Nightingale Trio

Saint Mark’s Cathedral Choir, Choral Society, and Orchestra Raymond Johnston, Director

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Welcome to our 44th season of concerts at St. Mark’s Cathedral

I’m delighted to extend my warmest welcome to you on behalf of St. Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral, located on Loring Park in the heart of Minneapolis’ arts and culture district.

We’re honored by your presence and pray your experience here be both exhilarating and edifying. Cathedrals have long provided a central gathering place for the communities in which they live and serve —‘thin places’ in which the holiness of all life can be discovered and celebrated. And while Cathedrals provide leadership in addressing the concrete needs of a hurting and hungry world, we’re also called to provide for the holy hungers of the heart—the search for beauty, inspiration, and ecstasy.

So you’re now invited to be fed and to become food, nourishing your community from the riches you encounter here.

Welcome and enjoy!

The Very Rev. Paul J. Lebens-Englund

Dean, St. Mark’s Cathedral

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2015–2016 Season

Sunday, September 20, 3pm ___________________________________________

The Nightingale TrioThe Nightingale Trio is a women’s vocal arts trio inspired by traditional music from Eastern Europe and the Balkans. They are devoted to recreating the stunning harmonies and complex rhythms of traditional women’s music, while also striving to expand its boundaries. They have toured together since 2013—including a performance on A Prairie Home Companion in January 2014. No admission charge.

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String Quartet No. 2 – Béla BartókPiano Quintet, Op. 84 – Edward ElgarArtaria Quartet with Daniel RieppelNow in its 29th season, the Artaria String Quartet has served as MPR Artists-in-Residence and was featured on Twin Cities Public Television as part of the Minnesota Original series. The quartet has appeared at major summer festivals including the Festival de l’Epau in France and the Tanglewood Music Center, and is a recipient of a McKnight Fellowship for Performing Musicians. They will perform quartets of Haydn and Bartók and be joined by the estimable Twin Cities pianist Daniel Rieppel in Elgar’s rousing Piano Quintet, Op. 84. Tickets: $10 available at the Cathedral Book Shop or at the door.

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Saturday, November 21, 7:30pm Music for St. Cecilia’s Day ___________________________________________

Mass in G – Schubert Coronation Mass – Mozart Cathedral Choral Society Raymond Johnston, directorA concert to celebrate the patron saint of music with works by two of the greatest classical composers, directed by St. Mark’s Canon Musician and Royal College of Organists Fellow Raymond Johnston. Come early for Musical Conversations at 6:30 pm. Tickets: $10 available at the Cathedral Book Shop or at the door.

Saturday, December 5, 7:30pm ___________________________________________

Messiah – HandelNorth Dakota State University Concert ChoirA performance by the award-winning North Dakota State University Concert Choir, three additional NDSU Choirs and orchestra under the direction of Dr. Jo Ann Miller. No admission charge.

Sunday, November 8, 2pm Honoring Our Veterans___________________________________________

University of Minnesota Health Sciences OrchestraSibelius: Finlandia Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 2, Elise Molina, pianoAmerica the Beautiful

The Wells Foundation presents the University of Minnesota Health Sciences Orchestra, conducted by Stephen J. Ramsey, in the fourth annual “Honor-ing our Veterans” concert. There will be a free will offering to support programs that provide assistance to homeless veterans. For further information about this concert, call 952-525-2237 or visit www.wellsfound.org.

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University of Minnesota Health Sciences Orchestra

Friday, January 22, 7:30pm _____________________________________________________

Two Masses for Choir and Organ – Marcel TybergSouth Dakota ChoraleChristopher Jacobson, organBrian Schmidt, director A victim of the Holocaust, Tyberg’s music is gaining a wide-spread appreciation. The Masses represent his only surviving sacred choral music. Come early for Musical Conversations at 6:30 pm. Tickets available at www.southdakotachorale.com or at the door.

Sunday, February 7, 3pm Music for Brass___________________________________________________________

The Bison BrassJeremy Brekke and Clayton Miranda, trumpetsGwendolyn Hoberg, hornKyle Mack, trombone; Doug Neill, tubaThe Bison Brass, the faculty brass quintet at the North Dakota State University Challey School of Music, performs classical, jazz, and other genres throughout North Dakota and the upper Midwest. In July 2015 the quintet was featured on Prairie Public Broadcast-ing’s Prairie Musicians television program. Tickets: $10 available at the Cathedral Book Shop or at the door.

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Thursday, February 25, 7:30pm _______________________________________

Music by Boccherini A Twin Cities chamber ensemble consisting of elite string players from the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra and Minnesota Orchestra presents selections by famed cellist, composer, and Haydn contemporary Luigi Boccherini. No admission charge.

Friday, February 26, 7:30pm ___________________________________________

Accademia del PiacereFlamenco Fusion with BaroqueAccademia del Piacere, a group of musicians from Sevilla, Spain, combines musicological research and the revitalization of never-before-played music with impressive technical ability. No admission charge.

Friday, March 4, 7:30pm ___________________________________________

Codex Trujillo del PerúAcclaimed players from across the continent perform a selection of songs from the 18th-century Codex Trujillo del Perú. No admission charge.

2016 International Festival of Music from Spain and Latin AmericaA Journey through Time, Music and Culture

Casa de España en Minnesota will present its first “International Festival of Music from Spain and Latin America.” The festival will consist of eight concerts (three of them at St. Mark’s) and workshops at various venues in Minneapolis and St. Paul including performance venues, churches, temples, museums and colleges. The repertoire will include a variety of both classical music and popular songs. More information may be found at http://www.casadeespanamn.org .

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Friday, March 25, 7:30pm Music for Good Friday___________________________________________

The Crucifixion – John StainerSt. Mark’s Cathedral Choir

Raymond Johnston, directorComposed in 1887 by the Organist of St. Paul’s Cathedral, London, The Crucifixion is a fine example of Victorian sacred music for choir, soloists, and congregation. No admission charge.

Saturday, April 30, 7:30pm ___________________________________________

In Recital: Andrew Kane Baritone Andrew Kane presents a varied program with Raymond Johnston (piano). The recital will include songs by Gabriel Fauré and Benjamin Britten. No admission charge.

Saturday, May 21, 7:30pm Season Finale___________________________________________

Gloria – Francis PoulencBenedicite – Ralph Vaughan WilliamsMaria Jette, sopranoSt. Mark’s Cathedral Choir, Choral Society, and Orchestra Raymond Johnston, directorTwo exuberant songs of praise from two unique composers of the twentieth century round off our season. Come early for Musical Conversations at 6:30 pm. Tickets $20 ($10 students and seniors) are available from the Cathedral Bookstore or at the door.

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Services at St. Mark’s CathedralMusic plays an important role in worship at St. Mark’s Cathedral. In addition to our regular Sunday Eucharist and Choral Evensong services, there are a number of additional liturgies, led by the Cathedral Choir, at which everyone is welcome:

Monday, November 2, 7:30pm

Commemoration ofAll Faithful DepartedA Eucharist for All Souls’ Day, featuring a liturgical performance of the Requiem by Gabriel Fauré.

Sunday, November 29, 5pm

Advent Carol ServiceReadings from Scripture, hymns, and carols reflect the season’s growing anticipation, both of the first coming of Christ and of that Day when the prayer “Thy Kingdom come” is finally and fully answered.

Friday, December 18, 7:30pm Sunday, December 20, 5pm

A Festival of Nine Lessons and CarolsA traditional Christmas carol service in which read-ings and carols tell of the loving purposes of God from the first days to the birth of the Holy Child.

Sunday, March 20, 5pm

A Meditation on the Passion of ChristIn preparation for the journey of Holy Week, a service of Scripture, poetry, and music.

For the full service schedule, visit www.ourcathedral.org

Sundays at 5pm — Choral Evensong

Sunday, September 20, 3pm The Nightingale Trio

Sunday, October 18, 3pm Artaria Quartet with Daniel Rieppel

Monday, November 2, 7:30pm Commemoration of All Faithful Departed

Sunday, November 8, 2pm Honoring Our Veterans

Saturday, November 21, 7:30pm St. Cecilia’s Day Concert: Schubert, Mozart

Sunday, November 29, 5pm Advent Carol Service

Saturday, December 5, 7:30pm NDSU Concert Choir: Messiah

Friday, December 18, 7:30pm A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols

Sunday, December 20, 5pm A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols

Friday, January 22, 7:30pm South Dakota Chorale

Sunday, February 7, 3pm The Bison Brass

Casa de España presents International Festival of Music from Spain and Latin America: Thursday, February 25, 7:30pm Music by Boccherini Friday, February 26, 7:30pm Flamenco Fusion with Baroque Friday, March 4, 7:30pm Codex Trujillo del Perú

Sunday, March 20, 5pm Meditation on the Passion of Christ

Friday, March 25, 7:30pm Music for Good Friday

Saturday, April 30, 7:30pm In Recital: Andrew Kane

Saturday, May 21, 7:30pm Season Finale: Poulenc & Vaughan Williams

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Musical Conversations

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Join fellow concert enthusiasts before select concerts for insight into the exciting works of the 2015–2016 season.

Pre-Concert Musical Conversations

Saturday, November 21, 6:30pm –Music for St. Cecilia’s Day Presenter: Ray Johnston, Canon Musician

Friday, January 22, 6:30pm – Two Masses for Choir and Organ Presenter: Brian Schmidt, Director, South Dakota Chorale

Saturday, May 21, 6:30pm – Season Finale: Poulenc & Vaughan Williams Presenter: Ray Johnston, Canon Musician

September13th Responses: Bernard Rose Canticles: George Dyson in F Anthem: Save us, O Lord – Edward Bairstow

20th Responses: Malcolm Archer Canticles: Edward Bairstow in E flat Anthem: Lift thine eyes – Felix Mendelssohn

27th Responses: Bernard Rose Canticles: Charles Wood in E flat Anthem: My soul, there is a country –

C. Hubert H. Parry

October4th Responses: Herbert Sumsion Canticles: Peter Hurford in A Anthem: Sanctus and Benedictus – Benjamin Britten

11th Responses: Herbert Sumsion Canticles: Herbert Sumsion in G Anthem: Jesu, the very thought of thee – Edward Bairstow

18th Responses: Richard Shephard Canticles: St. Paul’s Service – Herbert Howells Anthem: Take him, earth, for cherishing – Herbert Howells

25th Responses: William Smith Canticles: Short Service – Orlando Gibbons Anthem: O Lord, the maker – William Mundy

November1st Responses: Malcolm Archer Canticles: Christopher Robinson in C Anthem: Gaudent in Coelis – Richard Dering

8th Responses: William Byrd Canticles: Short Service – Thomas Tallis Anthem: In pace – William Blitheman

15th Responses: Bernard Rose Canticles: Charles Villiers Stanford in C Anthem: Evening Hymn – Henry Balfour-Gardiner

22nd Responses: John Reading Canticles: Henry Purcell in G minor Anthem: I was glad – Henry Purcell

29th Advent Carol Service

Worship with the beauty and mystery of the ancient Choral Evensong service—combining the medieval offices of Vespers and Compline. This contemplative service of readings and prayers includes responses, canticles and anthem sung by members of the Cathedral Choir. The schedule lists the music offered at each service. Join us as we reflect, meditate, and become embraced by the spirit of God.

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December6th Responses: Plainsong Canticles: George Dyson in C minor Anthem: Ave dulcissima Maria – Raymond Johnston

13th Responses: Thomas Ebdon Canticles: Samuel Arnold in A Anthem: Rorate caeli – Palestrina

20th Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols

27th Responses: Bernard Rose Canticles: Charles Villiers Stanford in B flat Anthem: The Blessed Son of God – Ralph Vaughan Williams

January3rd Responses: Malcolm Archer Canticles: Bernard Rose in E Anthem: A New Year Carol – Benjamin Britten

10th Responses: Bernard Rose Canticles: Thomas Noble in B minor Anthem: Set me as a seal – William Walton

17th Responses: Kenneth Leighton Canticles: On Plainsong Tones – Arthur Wills Anthem: Sing we merrily – Sidney Campbell

24th Responses: William Byrd Canticles: Short Service – William Byrd Anthem: Hear the voice and prayer – Thomas Tallis

31st Responses: Herbert Sumsion Canticles: Francis Jackson in G Anthem: O Lorde, the maker – John Joubert

February7th Responses: Herbert Sumsion Canticles: Herbert Sumsion in D Anthem: Simple Gifts – arr. Aaron Copland

14th Responses: Plainsong Canticles: William Child in G minor Anthem: Teach me, O Lord – William Byrd

21st Responses: Plainsong Canticles: Arvo Pärt Anthem: Ubi caritas – Maurice Duruflé

28th Responses: Plainsong Canticles: Fa-Burden – Thomas Morley Anthem: Prevent us, O Lord –William Byrd

March6th Responses: Plainsong Canticles: Plainsong Anthem: Ex ore innocentium – John Ireland

13th Responses: Plainsong Canticles: Second Service – Orlando Gibbons Anthem: O Lord, in thy wrath – Orlando Gibbons

20th A Meditation on the Passion of Christ

27th Responses: Bernard Rose Canticles: George Dyson in D Anthem: Ye choirs of new Jerusalem – Charles Villiers Stanford

April3rd Responses: Malcolm Archer Canticles: Wayne Marshall in C Anthem: Sing we merrily – Christopher Symons

10th Responses: Bernard Rose Canticles: Herbert Murrill in E Anthem: Rise up my love, my fair one – Healey Willan

17th Responses: Kenneth Leighton Canticles: Edmund Rubbra in A flat Anthem: O Salutaris – Pierre Villette

24th Responses: William Byrd Canticles: Thomas Walmisley in D minor Anthem: O Lord, look down from heaven – Jonathan Battishill

May1st Responses: Malcolm Archer Canticles: Geoffrey Burgon in C Anthem: Litany to the Holy Spirit – Peter Hurford

8th Responses: Bernard Rose Canticles: Charles Villiers Stanford in G Anthem: Coelos ascendit hodie – Charles Villiers Stanford

15th Responses: Bernard Rose Canticles: Bryan Kelly in C Anthem: The Spirit of the Lord God – Raymond Johnston

22nd Responses: William Smith Canticles: Short Service – Thomas Weelkes Anthem: Tres sunt – Victoria

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Saint Mark’s Cathedral Choir, Choral Society, and Orchestra Raymond Johnston, Director

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Welcome to our 44th season featuring: Poulenc: Gloria Vaughan Williams: Benedicite Bartók: String Quartet No. 2 Elgar: Piano Quintet, Op. 84 Codex Trujillo del PerúRachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 2 Schubert: Mass in G Mozart: Coronation Mass and many more

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Singers Welcome!The Cathedral Choral Society is open to anyone who enjoys singing and can read music. The group rehearses each Monday evening and performs two concerts each year as part of the Music Series. If you would like the opportunity to perform wonderful music in St. Mark’s Cathedral, please contact Raymond Johnston for further details.