WANTING MEMORIES: ENCORE

An exploration of music and memory

MARCH 18 – APRIL 4, 2027

Back by popular demand, Cantus returns to the profound and enduring connection between music and memory. Wanting Memories: Encore revisits beloved songs such as “Over the Rainbow” and “What a Wonderful World,” anchored by Ysaÿe M. Barnwell’s moving “Wanting Memories.” Together, these selections journey through nostalgia and family, loss and love, grief and laughter, fear and hope. Newly woven stories throughout the program illuminate the powerful role music plays in shaping memory, identity, and the human experience.

Join us for this refreshed take on the celebrated program, and stay tuned for complimentary Arts & Wellness offerings that explore the connection between artistic practice, wellbeing, and community.

Repertoire Highlights:

“Over the Rainbow” — arr. Alec Schumacker
“Landslide” — Stevie Nicks
“Spes (Hope)” — Mia Makaroff
“Light of a Clear Blue Morning” — Dolly Parton
“Yonder Come Day” — arr. Paul John Rudoi
“Wanting Memories” — Ysaÿe M. Barnwell

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    THURSDAY 🟢

    MARCH 18, 2027  •  11:00AM

    Meetinghouse Church, Edina

    FRIDAY 🟢

    MARCH 19, 2027  •  7:00PM

    Westminster Hall, Minneapolis

    SATURDAY 🟢

    MARCH 20, 2027  •  7:00PM

    Sundin Hall—Hamline University, St. Paul

    SUNDAY 🟢

    MARCH 21, 2027  •  2:00PM

    St. Philip the Deacon, Plymouth

    SUNDAY 🟢

    APRIL 4, 2027  •  2:00PM

    Christ United Methodist, Rochester

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    MARCH 19 – APRIL 4, 2027

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