Where To See Live Music In Bemidji, MN
For a town of its size Bemidji has a vibrant arts scene, especially for music. With a wide variety of concerts held each month, from classical to jazz, to rock to folk, there are always interesting concerts to see. The following lists several places in Bemidji that present concerts regularly, and I recommend that everyone go see all of the musical events that Bemidji has to offer!
Bemidji Symphony Orchestra - Around since 1938 and currently led by conductor Beverly Everett, the Bemidji Symphony Orchestra presents four main concerts each year, with music from the classical repertoire. The BSO also presents three other concerts each year, including a summer pops concert, featuring american music, show-tunes, and other selections; a movie music concert with music from Star Wars, Harry Potter, Pirates of the Caribbean, and many more; and also a holiday concert each December.
Bemidji State University Music Department - The music department at Bemidji State University regularly gives concerts of student, faculty, and guest musicians each year, including choir, band, jazz band, brass, percussion, opera, chamber music, and solo musicians.
Bemidji Area Schools - The Bemidji area schools regularly give student orchestra, band, jazz band, choir, and show choir concerts, and present productions of musicals each year.
Mississippi Music at the Bemidji Waterfront - An outdoor summer concert series held at the Bemidji waterfront, featuring a variety of bands.
Music Under the Pines at Lake Bemidji State Park - A summer concert series held at Lake Bemidji State Park, featuring a variety of musicians.
Bemidji Area Church Musicians Recital Series - A summer concert series featuring area church musicians and ensembles.
Sanford Center - The Sanford Center regularly presents concerts by touring musicians and groups.
Bemidji Chorale - The Bemidji Chorale is a community choral group that presents a set of concerts each year.
Bemidji Area Community Band - The Bemidji Area Community Band presents a set of outdoor concerts each summer.
The Paul Bunyan Playhouse and Bemidji Community Theater. - Both the Paul Bunyan Playhouse and the Bemidji Community Theater present productions of musical theater each year.