This July, relax in the casual atmosphere of the Darnall Amphitheater as the College of Saint Benedict hosts four of this region's finest performing groups.  Pack a picnic and bring the family as you share the delight of a Minnesota summer evening with music ranging from jazz to classical to bluegrass.  Plan to arrive an hour early as several local arts and crafts vendors will be displaying their work.  A cash bar will be available for beer, wine and other refreshments.

Tickets: Regular $12, Senior/Youth/Student, CSB/SJU Faculty & Staff $10

George Maurer Trio-Jazz Under the Stars
Saturday, July 11 at 7:30 p.m.

The George Maurer Trio play just about the hippest version of the Charlie Brown theme song "Linus & Lucy" on the planet! From the Beatles to bebop, Gershwin to Led Zeppelin, swing to Bob Marley, there is no musical style left untouched by this fun-filled jazz trio.  Learn more about the trio at www.georgemaurer.com

Douglas Wood- Family, Music & Storytelling
Friday, July 17 at 7:00 p.m.

Author, musician, naturalist... it's hard to pin a label on Douglas Wood. What connects it all is a passion to communicate in words and music the wonder and mystery of the natural world.  Share this special evening of music and storytelling with your whole family.  Learn more about Douglas Wood at www.douglaswood.com

*Please note, only non-alcoholic beverage service will be available for this event.

Pastiche-UnCivil War:  Music from the Civil War Era
Featuring 3 Stooges & Looney Tunes clips taking on the Civil War
Thursday, July 23 at 8:00 p.m.

Enjoy a diverse combination of instruments and voices as the CSB/SJU faculty ensemble Pastiche performs music from the Civil War era. The performance will be combined with one short clip from the 3 Stooges, Uncivil War Birds, and two clips from Looney Tunes, Southern Fried Rabbit and Rebel Without Claws.

Monroe Crossing-Bluegrass in the Twilight
Wednesday, July 29 at 7:30 p.m.

Monroe Crossing plays an upbeat blend of classical and traditional bluegrass, bluegrass gospel and heartfelt originals. Always a crowd pleaser, the group is known for its dynamic stage show and the warmth they share on and off stage. Learn more about Monroe Crossing at www.monroecrossing.com 

The Darnall Amphitheater is located on the north side of the Benedicta Arts Center.
For more information, call the Box Office at 320-363-5777.
VENDORS: download the registration form here.