2009-2010 Michaelsen Music & Arts Series

The St. Luke’s Music Ministry is pleased to announce the third season of the Michaelsen Music & Arts Series. This series, kindly sponsored by the Michaelsen fund and by individual donations made at each event, strives to promote music and the arts for the St. Luke’s parish family and the community, as well as encourage fellowship during wine and cheese receptions following each performance.

The Michaelsen Music & Arts Series remembers Deacon Dorothy Michaelsen, who was the first woman ordained to the clergy in the Diocese of Dallas. Deacon Dorothy had a unique gift of stirring creativity in those around her, and St. Luke's has created a series of events in her honor to celebrate God's gift of creativity.

Please take a moment to look at the brochure for this season.  We’re offering a wide variety of musical events featuring fine musicians.   

Admission is free of charge.  For more detailed information or suggestions, please contact Susan De Kam at SdeKam@stlukesdallas.org or 214.368.6304, ext. 23.

Download the 2009-2010 Michaelsen Music & Arts flyer here.

All About Five:  September 27th, 2009 ~ 4:00 PM

We’re pleased to begin our series with a woodwind quintet consisting of some of the area’s most prestigious educators and performers -- Mark Trimble, flute; Sally Bohls, oboe; David Bohls, horn; Anna May Ghaly, bassoon; and Dan Ebie, clarinet. Please join us for an afternoon of chamber music!

Violin and Guitar Duo: October 25th, 2009 ~ 4:00 PM

Violinist Violeta Trapcheva, originally from Bulgaria, and guitarist Vadim Timinsky, originally from Estonia, have captivated audiences from around the globe with their exquisite performances. Both are recent graduates of Southern Methodist University and are actively involved in the Dallas area as performers and teachers. Don’t miss this exciting duo as they play works by Paganini, Bach, Piazolla, and more!

Advent Lessons & Carol: December 6th, 2009 ~ 4:00 PM

The St. Luke’s Choir will move, inspire and prepare you for the Christmas season. The Lessons and Carols will be immediately followed by a half-hour organ recital featuring music of the season played by Susan De Kam.

St. Luke’s Family & Friends Even: January 3rd, 2010 ~ 4:00 PM

This musical event is great for the whole family. Join us for good music and fellowship as we enjoy the musical talents of St. Luke’s family and friends!

Sacred Song: February 7th, 2010 ~ 4:00 PM

We are honored to welcome back Sacred Song for our 2009- 2010 Michaelsen Music & Arts season. Come worship with us through the gift of music and song. CDs will be available for purchase. Seating is limited.

Lenten Choral Evensong: March 7th, 2010 ~ 4:00 PM

All Saints’ Choir Duane Roth, director Susan De Kam, organist Prepare your hearts during Lent – come worship with us. Jason Alden will play a half-hour organ recital immediately following the evensong.

Legendary Artists Dr. Wilma Jensen: April 18th, 2010 ~ 7:00 PM

Join us for our last event of the season. Dr. Jensen’s extensive career in church music, teaching and performance has taken her all throughout the United States, Europe, and now, we are proud to present her at St. Luke’s as our “Legendary Artist” recitalist.

“A huge talent in a modest and petite package, Wilma Jensen consistently impresses with the thorougness of her preparation, the depth of her understanding, and the passion of her delivery. Whether as a teacher, organist or conductor, she is the embodiment of music.”
Michael Barone
Minnesota Public Radio, Pipe Dreams