Finnish conductor Susanna Mälkki returns for a program of sensually colorful French music as well as the American premiere of Swiss composer Dieter Ammann’s new work for piano and orchestra, written for the German-born Swiss pianist Andreas Haefliger.
Running from October 16-27, the 55th cinematic feast features two Finnish films and one short, shown on October 21, 22 & 23 and 26 & 27. See the Finnish American Society of the Midwest calendar for film titles and line-up at: https://www.fasm.us/see.cgi/page/calendar
Enjoy tunes by Timo and Sue.
An exhibition of Konsta Punkka Wildlife Photography at the Embassy of Finland in the U.S. October 24, 30, November 6, 13 and 20, from 4-7 p.m. each day.
The program features music by two Scandinavian composers: Franz Berwalk, "Quartet for Piano and Winds in Eb Major Op. 1 (1819)"; and Bernhard Crusell, "Concertante in Bb Major Op. 3 (1808)". Bernhard Crusell, who was born in Uusikaupunki, has been called "the most significant and internationally best-known Finnish-born classical composer, and indeed, the outstanding Finnish […]
Karelian Stew Lunch and program by Dr. Richard Hansen: “Rajalta Rajalle. A Ski Odyssey Across Finland." $12 for lunch and $5 donation for the program. Refreshments after the program.
Enjoy the talent of the award-winning, professional Finnish magician Robert Jägerhorn, who brings onto the stage an intimate and personal show full of surprises.
A special evening celebrating 125 years of Saima Park.
Dr. Richard Hansen presents "Rajalta Rajalle," a 262-mile journey on skis.
An exhibition of Konsta Punkka Wildlife Photography at the Embassy of Finland in the U.S. October 24, 30, November 6, 13 and 20, from 4-7 p.m. each day.