Name: Anthony Ross, Beth Rapier and Friends
Start: 2026-03-22T15:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-03-22T16:00:00-05:00
Location: St. Stephen's Episcopal Church

A rare opportunity to hear two classical works by stellar musicians in a welcoming environment, free of charge!
About this Event

Due to an unavoidable scheduling conflict for the artists, the concert originally planned for Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 7 PM has been rescheduled to Sunday, March 22, 2026 at 3 PM.

Concerts by the Creek is excited to present a special opportunity to experience two beautiful classical pieces by Brahms and Mozart performed by an exceptional ensemble of musicians. Minnesota Orchestra cellists Anthony Ross and Beth Rapier will be joined by Lydia Grimes, viola, Sarah Grimes, violin, Burt Hara, clarinetist, Susie Park, violin, and Sabina Thatcher, viola.

The program will include

Brahms Sextet #1 in B Flat Major Op. 18 - performed by Lydia Grimes, Sarah Grimes, Susie Park, Beth Rapier, Anthony Ross, Sabina Thatcher
Mozart Clarinet Quintet in A Major K. 581 - performed by Sarah Grimes, Burt Hara, Susie Park, Anthony Ross, Sabina Thatcher

Come experience exceptional playing by a truly impressive group of musicians in the beauty of our intimate space.

This concert is presented free of charge and is supported by the Matson Music Fund. Reserved tickets are required. Following the performance, the audience is invited to an informal reception and an opportunity to meet the musicians.

A BOUT CONCERTS BY THE CREEK

The Concerts by the Creek music series exists to offer music lovers from the Twin Cities community a welcoming environment with world-class musical performances across a wide range of genres. This series is presented by St. Stephen's Episcopal Church to share the gift of live music and make it accessible to all those who seek the shared and moving connection that music brings.

Concerts may be followed by an informal reception providing a unique opportunity to meet and engage with the musicians. We have a fantastic concert series lineup for the 2023 season! We hope you’ll join us for amazing music in a beautiful space.

All are welcome to attend these concerts. You do not need to be affiliated with St. Stephen's Episcopal Church in anyway.

HISTORIC ST. STEPHEN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

These events will take place in historic St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church. This beautiful building was built in 1937 when the new Country Club District was forming. As the first protestant church in Edina, St. Stephen’s was and remains a true community church nestled into the surrounding neighborhood on the banks of Minnehaha Creek.

Signs will be posted directing you to the event location. View GPS navigation through Google Maps.

PARKING

St. Stephen’s does not have an onsite parking lot. Parking is available in the public lots connected to Utley and Wooddale Parks just West of the church. Street parking is also available. This means you may have to park a short distance away from the church and walk. We strongly encourage carpooling, use of ride services such as Uber/Taxi, and taking public transportation.

There is a bus stop directly opposite the church entrance. Bike parking is also available onsite.

ACCESSIBILITY

Due to the historic nature of the building, the church has some limited accessibility accommodations. We apologize for these inconveniences. While we strive to be welcoming to all, there are limitations within this historic space. If you have any questions about accommodations or accessibility needs, contact [email protected] or call 952-920-0595.

Here are a few details to know:

A limited number of handicap-accessible parking spots will be available near the entrance of the church on Wooddale Avenue.

There is an accessible entrance to the church on Wooddale Avenue.

All seating is in fixed pews – there are spaces reserved for wheelchairs but they are limited. Please contact the event organizer at [email protected] to see if there are wheelchair-accessible spaces available.

A handicapped-accessible restroom is available.

CANCELLATIONS

Should an unavoidable circumstance arise requiring the cancellation of a concert, all attendees holding reserved tickets will be notified via email and we will update the event page on our website and social channels. We will also contact those holding reserved tickets with rescheduled concerts dates as appropriate.