The Concerts by the Creek series, founded in 2023, exists to offer music lovers in the Twin Cities a welcoming environment to listen to world-class musical performances across a wide range of genres. This series is offered without cost through the support of the Matson Music Fund. We’re excited to share the gift of live music and make it accessible to all those who seek the shared and moving connection that music brings.
Concerts may be followed by an informal reception providing a unique opportunity to meet and engage with the musicians. We hope you’ll join us for amazing music in a beautiful space.
All are welcome to attend these concerts. You do not need to be affiliated with St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in any way.
View a list of our past concerts
UPCOMING CONCERTS
FRENCH IMPRESSIONS
with Natsuki Kumagai and Friends
Sunday, September 22nd // 3:00 PM
Concerts by the Creek is pleased to welcome back Natsuki Kumagai, First Violinist with the Minnesota Orchestra, along with a talented group of musicians for a wonderful afternoon featuring chamber music by renowned composers such as Claude Debussy, Francis Poulenc, Maurice Ravel, and Eugène Ysaÿe. Joining Natsuki will be Sophia Mockler (violin), Emily Switzer (violin), Sarah Switzer (viola), Erik Wheeler (cello), and Miryana Moteva (piano).
Mark your calendars now and plan to come experience exceptional music in the beauty of our intimate space.
Tickets: Follow us on Eventbrite to be notified on August 15th when tickets become available.
BRAZILIAN JAZZ
with Lucia Newell, Mary Louise Knutson and Friends
Sunday, October 20th // 5:00 PM
THE MIRANDOLA CHORAL ENSEMBLE
with Classical Guitarist Maja Radovanlija
Thursday, November 7th // 7:00 PM
HISTORIC ST. STEPHEN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
The concerts will take place in historic St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church. This beautiful building was constructed in 1937 when the new Country Club District of Edina was forming. As the first protestant church in the city, St. Stephen’s was and remains a true community church nestled in the surrounding neighborhood on the banks of Minnehaha Creek.
Signs will be posted directing you to the event location. View GPS navigation through Google Maps.
PARKING
St. Stephen’s does not have an onsite parking lot. Parking is available in the public lots connected to Utley and Wooddale Parks just West of the church. Street parking is also available. This means you may have to park a short distance away from the church and walk. We strongly encourage carpooling, use of ride services such as Uber/Taxi, and taking public transportation.
There is a bus stop directly opposite the church entrance. Bike parking is also available onsite.
ACCESSIBILITY
Due to the historic nature of the building, the church has some limited accessibility accommodations. We apologize for these inconveniences. While we strive to be welcoming to all, there are limitations within this historic space. If you have any questions about accommodations or accessibility needs, contact concertsbythecreek@ststephens.com or call 952-920-0595.
Here are a few details to know:
- A limited number of handicap-accessible parking spots will be available near the entrance of the church on Wooddale Avenue.
- There is an accessible entrance to the church on Wooddale Avenue.
- Most seating is in fixed pews – there are spaces reserved for wheelchairs but they are limited. Please contact the event organizer at concertsbythecreek@ststephens.com to see if there are wheelchair-accessible spaces available.
- A handicapped-accessible restroom is available.
CANCELLATIONS
Should an unavoidable circumstance arise requiring the cancellation of a concert, all attendees holding reserved tickets will be notified via email and we will update the event page on our website and social channels. We will also contact those holding reserved tickets with rescheduled concerts dates as appropriate.
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