The musicians of the Star of the North Concert Band prepare to perform at Landmark Center in St Paul, MN. in May 2022

The Star of the North Concert Band is a non-profit, charitable organization of over fifty musicians from the Minneapolis and St. Paul communities in Minnesota. The group was organized in 1994 to contribute to Minnesota’s musical tradition by providing an opportunity for local accomplished musicians to share their talents, develop their abilities, and make contacts with other performing musicians (locally, nationally, and internationally) via rehearsals, concerts, and tours.

What’s new?

  • Holiday Concert 2024 (Arboretum)
    The Star of the North Concert band performed in front of a live audience at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. The concert began at 6PM on Dec 8, 2024.
  • Spring Concert 2024
    Enjoy this recording of our concert at Landmark Center
  • “The Classics!” Fall Concert!
    Date: Friday, October 27, 2023 Join us for an incredible musical night as the Star of the North Concert Band teams up with the Seward Band to bring you an …
  • Listen to our Fall Concert LIVE
    Our concert from Hopkins will be streamed live! Click for more details.
  • Ringtone!
    In Spring of 2022, Star of the North Concert Band recorded a brand new ring tone! “Star Tone” was written by our conductor, Tim Smith. How to Install Manual Install …

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