During its tours, Luther College's Nordic Choir performs in churches of all denominations, schools and concert halls
DECORAH, IOWA (January 23, 2025) — The Luther College Nordic Choir, one of the premier collegiate choral ensembles in the United States, will perform at 7:30PM, Thursday, January 30 at First Lutheran Church in Cedar Rapids.
Nordic Choir's 2025 tour concert features repertoire and themes that celebrate both the breathtaking choral music of the past and the innovative voices of the present. Audiences can expect to hear music composed by Antonio Lotti, Jacob Handl Gallus, Ruthie Foster, Jennifer Lucy Cook, and Marques LA Garrett.
Since the program features music from the early Renaissance to cutting-edge musical theatre, there is something for everyone, said Andrew Last, director of Nordic Choir.
Luther College's Nordic Choir is coming to you. Nordic Choir honors the Lutheran choral tradition while exploring new and innovative choral works that span styles and genres. Performances have been described as "thrilling," "breathtaking," and "rock-solid in intonation and rhythmic clarity"
"It is our hope to serve as ‘storytellers’ through our music. This year is no different," Last said. "We embrace the unique opportunity we have to connect with friends, family and folks that will experience their first Nordic Choir concert through music that 'speaks' to them in unexpected ways."
Concert tickets may be purchased in advance online at tickets.luther.edu or by calling 563-387-1357. Tickets may also be purchased at the door one hour prior to the performance.
A complete tour schedule with performance times and locations is available online.
About Nordic Choir
Nordic Choir is Luther's principal touring choir in a choral program that includes three upper-class touring choirs and two first-year choirs. Nordic Choir honors the Lutheran choral tradition while exploring new and innovative choral works that span styles and genres.
The Nordic Choir was founded by Sigvart Steen and memorably conducted for 57 years by Weston Noble, class of 1943.
Previous conductors include Craig Arnold and Allen Hightower.
Since 2017, the choir has been under the direction of Last, associate professor of music and director of choral activities and graduate of the class of 1997. He earned a Master's degree in choral conducting from Northern Arizona University and a doctor of musical arts degree in choral conducting from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln School of Music.
During its tours, Nordic Choir performs in churches of all denominations, schools, and concert halls. In the past, the choir performed at Lincoln Center in New York City, the Kennedy Center in Washington DC, and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles. Internationally, the choir has toured in the Caribbean, Eastern Europe, England, Ireland, Italy, Germany, Mexico, Norway, Russia, and Scandinavia.
About Luther College Music
Luther is home to one of the largest undergraduate music programs in the nation, with five choirs, three orchestras, two bands, and two jazz bands. One-third of all Luther students participate in music, including large ensembles, faculty-coached chamber groups, private lessons, and master classes. Nearly 175 music majors study music theory, ear training, history, education, composition, jazz, church music, and performance. Learn more at luther.edu/music.
About Luther College
At Luther College in beautiful Decorah, Iowa, students explore big questions and take action to benefit people, communities, and society. Our academic programs, experiential approach to learning, and welcoming community inspire students to learn actively, live purposefully, and lead courageously for a lifetime of impact. Learn more at luther.edu.
