Concert at Rotary Pavilion

A free concert, open to the public, will take place Saturday, May 28 at 5 p.m. at the Rotary Pavilion in Hastings, MN.

Excerpt from Hastings Star Gazette Article:

451st US Army Reserve Band Performs Saturday, May 28

by Jane Lightbourn – Staff Writer for Hastings Star Gazette

“The City of Hastings, Downtown Business Association and the Hastings Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Network will present an Armed Forces Appreciation and Memorial Day concert at 5 p.m. Saturday, May 28, at the Rotary Pavilion. The 451st United States Army Reserve Band 88th Reserve Command performance will follow the dedication of the Veterans Memorial at the Hastings RiverWalk.

This is an opportunity for the Hastings community to show its support and salute the men and women of the Armed Forces community, including past and present members, families and Gold Star families.

The 451st Army Band, often referred to as “one of the best in the Army Reserve,” is based at Fort Snelling and is unique among Army bands.” Read More

RiverWalk Grand Re-opening Event

River Valley Band to perform at Veterans Memorial Levee Park on the RiverWalk Grand Re-opening Event.

The ceremony will be on Thursday, May 26 from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM. This free event will include live music, ribbon cutting ceremony, photo opportunities and giveaways for the first 500 people.

Location: Veterans Memorial Levee Park
20 Ramsey St
Hastings MN 55033

More info

Summit Music Series presents a Young Artist Concert

We are excited about the Weekend concert as a part of the Summit Music Series. Some of the students from the Blessings Academy of Arts and Music as well as others from the surrounding region will be showcasing their work.

Join us on Sunday, April 3, 2016 at 2 PM for this great event at the Hastings Arts Center.

Summit Music Series

“The Summit Music Series (formerly Summit Artist Series) presents concerts and outreach events to audiences throughout Minnesota. Founded by violinist Natalie VanBurkleo-Carbonara, concerts are presented in venues such as churches, museums, schools, art galleries, assisted living homes and private homes. We hope to connect people from all walks of life through music… Read More

The Summit Young Artist Concerts were started to give student musicians (up to age 25) another performance outlet in beautiful settings. It’s always a thrill to hear young talent so keep an eye out for these special concerts that include any instrument and a wide variety of repertoire…” Read More

Hastings Arts Center
216 4^th St E
Hastings MN 55033

Celebrating the Holiday Season with Music

Come kick off your holiday season with a great concert!

Joint holiday concert featuring The River Valley Band and special guests Ponticelli String Ensemble.

Sunday, December 6th, 3:00pm at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church in Hastings!

Free Will Offering

This is a great concert, featuring many local musicians!

Ponticelli Band 2015

River Valley Band 2015

Free August Community Concert at LeDuc Historic Estate

Community Concert on the Lawn: The Fungi’s

Sunday Aug 23, 6:30pm-8:00pm

Val Johnson leads the Fungi’s, which feature banjo and harmonica.

For each of our Sunday concerts in August, a local non-profit will provide baked goods and beverages for your enjoyment.

LeDuc house tours are extended with an additional tour at 5:30 these evenings at regular rates.

Sponsored by Hastings Concert Association

Visit LeDuc Historic Estate website for a listing of artists coming to this music series.

In case of inclement weather, the concerts will be held at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church at 409 9th Street West in Hastings.

August Concerts at LeDuc Historic Estate

Community Concert on the Lawn (Sunday 9 August): Darlene And the Boys

“Darlene And The Boys is a fun, professional country/variety band that always strives to entertain an audience! Their music can be heard on BOB 106 as well as WVAL!”

Hastings Community Concert Series – August 9, 16, 23, & 30 (6:30pm-8:00pm) in the LeDuc Historic Estate apple orchard.

Bring a blanket or lawn chair & enjoy this FREE entertainment presented by the Hastings Concert Association. A special tour of the LeDuc house is available at 5:30 p.m. at regular rates.

Visit LeDuc Historic Estate website for a listing of artists coming to this music series.

In case of inclement weather, the concerts will be held at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church at 409 9th Street West in Hastings.

HPAAC to host ‘An Evening by the River’

The Hastings Prescott Area Arts Council (HPAAC) is hosting “An Evening by the River” 7-8:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 15 at Jaycee Park in Hastings.

The event will feature the work of several artists who have been inspired by the beauty of the Mississippi River. It is being held in partnership with the National Park Service, which manages the National Mississippi River and Recreation Area, a 72-mile corridor along the river from Hastings to Dayton. The National Park Service is celebrating its centennial anniversary this year.

The event includes:

* A concert of river songs by Lockwood, Rivard and Rivard. The trio consists of Sarah Lockwood, a seasoned musician, professional accompanist and owner of Blessings Academy of Arts and Music and Hastings Arts Center, and Pete and Carrie Rivard of Shotgun Johnson and the Mississippi Seven, a popular band that performs locally and throughout the Upper Midwest.

* Watercolor painting demonstration by nationally acclaimed artist Andy Evansen, owner of Evansen Art Studio in Hastings and newly awarded signature member of the American Watercolor Society.

* Book reading by author and journalist Tim Spitzack. Spitzack will read an excerpt from his new book “Reflections from the Riverfront: Essays on Life in the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area,” released May 1.

* Improv performance by Black Dirt Theatre. A hilarious and entertaining skit using a Mississippi River theme.

* Artist meet-and-greet.

This free event will be held on the bank of the Mississippi River in Jaycee Park. Free refreshments will be provided. Participants should bring a lawn chair or blanket. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Hastings Arts Center, 216 E. Fourth St., Hastings.

An Evening by the River