The LSM Pulse
Discover current events, concerts, and more from LSM faculty, fellows, students, and alumni
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Greco and Lee Perform “Songs of Travel” by Vaughan Williams
LSM Faculty Daniel Greco (voice) and Nicole Lee (piano) present the entire "Songs of Travel" by Ralph Vaughan Williams. Recorded live at Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, Minneapolis, MN on Oct. 12.
Doebler Conducts Windiana, Professional Concert Band, Nov. 21
Dr. Jeffrey Scott Doebler (LSM Festival Band) will conduct the Windiana Concert Band, a professional wind ensemble, in concert on Thursday, Nov. 21, at 7:30pm.
Morton Performs in UL Lafayette Showcase
In mid-September, Dr. Paul Morton (LSM Trumpet & Jazz Faculty), along with several faculty and alumni from the School of Music and Performing Arts at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette hosted a free showcase concert titled, “Promenade Musicale.”
Sütterlin Takes Concordia Orchestra on Tour to Memphis Oct. 25 - Nov. 3
The Concordia Orchestra, under the direction of Dr. Kevin Sütterlin (LSM Festival Orchestra), will soon depart for their domestic tour to Memphis.
LSM Staff Meet for Fall Retreat
LSM’s National Staff gathered in Minneapolis earlier this week for a fall retreat, envisioning LSM’s continued success and growth. Amid reflections of gratitude and enthusiasm, the team delved into discussions of exciting possibilities that lie ahead for LSM.
Doebler Conducts Autumn Band Concerts at Valparaiso University, Oct. 19
Dr. Jeffrey Doebler (LSM Festival Band) will conduct two different band concerts at Valparaiso University on Saturday, October 19, in the Chapel of the Resurrection.
Ellie and Caleb Perform with Dr. Doebler and VU Band
LSM students Ellie and Caleb joined Dr. Jeffrey Doebler and The Valparaiso University Chamber Concert Band for a piece on their performance at Peace Lutheran Church, in St. Louis, MO on Saturday, October 12.
Kim Performs Gershwin with St. Olaf Band
April Kim (LSM Piano Faculty) delivered an incredible performance of Gershwin's “Rhapsody in Blue” as a featured soloist with the St. Olaf Band in early October.
Kleven Named NLC Children’s Choir Director
Stefanie Fiser Kleven (LSM Counselor: 2007-2008; Dean of Students: 2009-2010 & 2012-2013) has been appointed Children’s Choir Director.
Faith Performs “Ash Grove” in Home Church
Faith from Arkansas (LSM 2024) recently played The Ash Grove on clarinet for a Sunday worship service at Joy In Christ Lutheran Church. Faith shared, "I loved performing this piece. My home congregation loved it. LSM's free resources are great!!!"
Thomas and Luke Present LSM to Home Congregation
LSM students Thomas and Luke spread the word about LSM by presenting to their home congregation during their adult forum in October 2024.
Concordia Honor String Orchestra, Oct. 11-13
Kevin Sütterlin, LSM Festival Orchestra Director and Director of Orchestral Activities at Concordia College, will host Concordia’s Honor String Orchestra on Oct. 11-13, 2024.
Fothergill Organ Recital, Oct. 13
Chad Fothergill, LSM Cantor and Organ Faculty, will share a recital on Sunday, October 13, at 2:00 PM, at Emanuel Lutheran Church of Fitchburg, MA.
Evening Recital with LSM Faculty, Oct. 12
Join current LSM Faculty for a delightful recital! Just like an evening at LSM, following the recital will be an evening prayer service led by current LSM Chaplain. October 12, 7:00 PM at Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, Minneapolis, MN.
Doebler Takes VU Chamber Concert Band on Fall Tour
Dr. Jeffrey Doebler (LSM Festival Band) and The Valparaiso University Chamber Concert Band will be hitting the road October 10-13, 2024. The band will perform a concert of works that express the theme: “Choose Joy.”
Sütterlin Premieres Work by Krause
Dr. Kevin Sütterlin (LSM Festival Orchestra Director) premiered a new work by Ben Krause (former LSM Composition Faculty) on September 21, 2024 with the Fox Valley Symphony Orchestra.
Five LSM Faculty Reprise Schubert's "Trout" Quintet, Sep. 20
Five LSM Faculty will reprise Schubert's "Trout" Quintet at the Mendelssohn Performing Arts Center in Rockford, IL on September 20, 2024 at 7:30 PM.
Belknap Shares Recital, Sep. 19
Monte Belknap, longtime LSM Violin Faculty, will share a recital on September 19, 2024 with fellow BYU faculty member, Stephen Beus.