The Land of Lakes Choirboys conducted by Mr. Francis Stockwell will visit Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Mankato on Friday, December 3, 2010, and perform a 7:30 p.m. concert that is free to the public. 

 

One of Minnesota’s most cherished treasures, the Land of Lakes Choirboys’ Viking Choir is considered by many to be one of the premier boys’ choirs in the world, often spoken of in the same breath as the famous Vienna Boys’ Choir.  This internationally known choir has performed to audiences throughout the United States and the world.  Perhaps the most talked-about aspect of The Choir is its hauntingly beautiful sound, a unique combination of richness, clarity, depth, and power.  The Choir performs works ranging from those of the old masters to contemporary composers to pieces written exclusively for them.

 

For more than a quarter of a century The Choir has developed not only a varied repertoire but a whole program that enriches the lives of its members – six choirs are available for boys at various states of their musical and personal development.  Training includes “old-style” manners such as holding doors, removing hats in a building, and table etiquette.  Additionally, The Choir conducts leadership programs and trains the boys in conversing, shaking hands, proper grooming, appropriate behavior, and the meaning of honor.

 

In addition, the boys, nine to fourteen years old, will stay with host families during their visit to Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church. 

 

If you would like more information, please contact Nicholas Schmelter, Director of Music, at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church, (507) 388-2995, ext. 102, or visit the Land of Lakes Choirboys website [www2.lolcb.org]. Since 1893, Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church has actively performed outreach in the artistic arena presenting dramatic and musical offerings to the Mankato community and the Minnesota region. The parish, founded in 1854 for the region’s population of German immigrants, is located at 105 North Fifth Street in historic downtown Mankato.  Fr. Mariano Varela, IVE, is the parish’s pastor.