2026 Prelude Series

The Prelude Series brings LAMF musicians to communities throughout central Minnesota each July, with performances in Aitkin, Nisswa, and Bemidji. This year’s series kicks off with a special ticketed event in Minneapolis at Pillsbury Castle featuring the Thalea String Quartet.

Prelude Series community performances are free to attend, with free-will donations accepted at the door.

Prelude Series – MINNEAPOLIS
Friday, July 24, 2026, 7:30PM
In Minneapolis, join us for a special ticketed Prelude performance at Pillsbury Castle, including a cocktail hour with complimentary bar service before the concert.
Prelude Series – AITKIN
Saturday, July 25, 2026, 7:30PM

The Thalea String Quartet returns as Artists in Residence, bringing energetic and innovative programs to venues throughout the Lakes Area—from parks and churches to senior centers and the county jail. Winners of the 2021 Ann Divine Educator Award from the Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition, the Thalea Quartet will perform in our July Prelude Series …

Prelude Series – NISSWA
Sunday, July 26, 2026, 2:00PM

The Thalea String Quartet returns as Artists in Residence, bringing energetic and innovative programs to venues throughout the Lakes Area—from parks and churches to senior centers and the county jail. Winners of the 2021 Ann Divine Educator Award from the Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition, the Thalea Quartet will perform in our July Prelude Series …

Prelude Series – BEMIDJI
Sunday, July 26, 2026, 7:30PM

The Thalea String Quartet returns as Artists in Residence, bringing energetic and innovative programs to venues throughout the Lakes Area—from parks and churches to senior centers and the county jail. Winners of the 2021 Ann Divine Educator Award from the Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition, the Thalea Quartet will perform in our July Prelude Series …