A Simple Song

A Simple Song


March 14, 2026

Who gets to speak for a nation? Who dares to tell its histories, raise its flag, and call its residents to a more unified future? The MPO joins forces with One Voice Mixed Chorus in an evening of fanfare, song, and symphony.

  • Valerie Coleman: Umoja for wind quintet
  • Andrew Balfour: Mamachimowin
  • William Grant Still: Plain Chant for America
  • Carlos Cordero¡Ayúdame! (Venezuelan Plea for Life)
  • Reena Esmail: Still I Rise:: with Kimberly Waigwa and One Voice Mixed Chorus
  • Jean Sibelius: Symphony No. 2

Link to the full program here.

**Please note when you register for the livestream the link will be sent to you the day of the show once the venue has provided the MPO with the link, not immediately after registering. If you encounter any issues, please contact us at operations@mnphil.org.

O'Shaughnessy Auditorium
2004 Randolph Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55105

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