Saturday, June 13: Grace United Methodist Church, Houghton 7:00 pm
Sunday, June 14: St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Marquette 7:00 pm
Tuesday, June 16: TBD, Iron Mountain 7:00 pm
Julie Tabash Kelsheimer, soprano
Drake Dantzler, tenor
Soprano Julie Tabash Kelsheimer (PMMF Resident Opera Artist 2012, 2013, & 2017) returns to the festival with tenor Drake Dantzler to present an evening of selections from light opera and musical theatre. The program will include well-known favorites from the lighter side of the vocal repertoire, offering an accessible and engaging concert for a wide range of listeners. Accompanied by Jon Ensminger.
Wednesday, June 17: TBD, Iron Mountain, 7:00 pm Central
Thursday, June 18: Children's Concert, Peter White Public Library, Marquette 2:00 pm
Friday, June 19: Messiah Lutheran Church, Marquette 7:00 pm
Saturday, June 20: Children's Concert, Portage Lake United Church, Houghton 12:00 pm
Saturday, June 20: Saints Peter and Paul Lutheran Church, Houghton 7:00 pm
Scott Flavin, violin
Ross Harbaugh, cello
Lindsay Garritson, piano
A festival favorite year after year, the Bergonzi Trio brings their world-class artistry and heartfelt passion for chamber music back to the Upper Peninsula. Renowned for their captivating performances, this distinguished piano trio delights audiences with both exquisite classical concerts and engaging free children’s programs that inspire young listeners. Whether you’re a devoted chamber music fan or introducing your family to the joy of live music, the Bergonzi Trio’s performances promise an unforgettable experience filled with beauty, emotion, and musical excellence.
Wednesday, June 24: Ontonagon Theatre, Ontonagon 7:00 pm
Thursday, June 25: First Presbyterian Church, Iron Mountain 7:00 pm
Friday, June 26: First Presbyterian Church, Marquette 7:00 pm
Saturday, June 27: Portage Lake United Church, Houghton 7:00 pm
Liv Arney, flute (Houghton)
Joel Greene, oboe (Hancock)
Aubrie Jacobson, collaborative piano (Marquette)
Shane Niland, trumpet (Houghton)
Jessica Schrader, soprano (Marquette)
Since 2012, the UPstarts! program has provided young emerging singers and instrumentalists from the Upper Peninsula the opportunity to perform in a professional music festival. Chosen by audition, the young artists tour the U.P., meeting audiences of all sizes in different performance settings. These concerts provide the artists with important experiences on the concert stage and give audiences a chance to enjoy the impressive level of talent that comes from our local communities.
