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John Rutter in a red vest plays an upright piano in a bright, cozy room, with sheet music and personal items scattered nearby.
VocalEssence

An Evening with John Rutter

Fri Jan 16, 2026 7:30pm

Cathedral of Saint Paul

~1 hour 30 minutes without intermission

Join VocalEssence as we celebrate John Rutter's 80th birthday with an unforgettable evening of choral beauty. Sit back and revel in the magnificent sights and sounds of the Cathedral of Saint Paul as Rutter conducts the VocalEssence Chorus and Ensemble Singers and chamber orchestra in his best-loved choral gems. The program features the Midwest premiere of I’ll make me a world, his latest masterwork inspired by James Weldon Johnson's poem “The Creation.”

Performers:

John Rutter, guest conductor

VocalEssence Chorus

VocalEssence Ensemble Singers

Audrey Lane-Getaz, soloist

G. Phillip Shoultz, III, soloist

Chamber Orchestra

Philip Brunelle, conductor

Please note: The Orchestra Hall Box Office is pleased to provide ticket services for this event. The Minnesota Orchestra does not perform on this program. All artists, programs, prices, dates and times are subject to change. Prices listed include a non-discountable $4.50 facility fee. Contact Us

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