Northrop at the University of Minnesota presents Music on the Plaza, a free outdoor concert series featuring talented musicians. Curated by the Northrop Student Advisory Committee, Northrop, and Sue McLean and Associates, the series presents a sampling of musical genres including R&B, hip-hop, funk, bluegrass, pop, rock, and indie.
Concerts are held on selected afternoons and evenings in September and October. Free food, beverages, and prize drawings will be featured throughout the series from various local vendors.
For more information and the full schedule, visit Northrop's website.
Northrop Presents: Music on the Plaza
(All concerts located on Northrop Plaza)
Wed, Sep 25, 12:00 - 1:00 pm
American Scarecrows
Playing rock/Americana, and doing it well, this trio creates multi-layered rock arrangements, and uses their lyrics for story telling.
Fri, Sept 27, 12:00 - 1:00 pm
Trent Romans
A 20-year-old blues-rock guitarist and singer/songwriter with an electrifying stage presence and a deeply personal style.
Fri, Sept 27, 5:00 - 6:30 pm
White Iron Band
This bluegrass/jam band is seven members strong. These musicians combine to create a unique mix of blues, country, and Americana roots music.
Fri Oct 4, 7:00 - 10:30 pm
Dessa
With opener Taj Raj
In a special concert for U of M students, Midwest-inspired indie folk rock band, Taj Raj, opens for U of M graduate and Doomtree veteran, Dessa, one of hip-hop's most diverse and talented artists.
NORTHROP AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
As the University of Minnesota's performing arts presenter, Northrop is dedicated to advancing the University's mission of education, research, and engagement through the pursuit of excellence and innovation in the performing arts, community engagement, and creative exchange. For 95 years, Northrop has presented world-class artists in ways that engage diverse audiences and support exceptional teaching within the University and throughout the community.
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