Watch as a live panel of judges provides their expert evaluations of the competitors’ performances. Participate in voting for the people’s choice! The winner(s) will receive the opportunity to be presented on stage with our Opera on the River Headliners as well as a cash prize.

Join us on an extraordinary journey as we fulfill our vision at St. Croix Valley Opera, expanding the Opera on the River Festival across both banks of the majestic St. Croix River! Prepare to be captivated by the addition of the Hudson Bandshell Concert on July 10, 2025, at 7:00 PM, nestled within the breathtaking scenery of Lakefront Park in Hudson. This free concert is an ode to the essence of summer, beckoning all to partake in its splendor!

Performing arts organizations from all over the upper midwest will make a visit to our “front yard”—Lowell Park, Stillwater, MN. Come learn all you can about the opportunities these organizations provide: from their upcoming performance seasons to scholarships to study and earn degrees in the arts. If you are curious about the arts, then you won't want to miss this performing arts fair!

The premier outdoor music event of the year! Don't miss out on this larger-than-life live concert in Lowell Park in downtown Stillwater. Always a crowd-pleaser, this event will bring some of the industry's top vocal talent to this beautiful region of the country!

You are invited to watch emerging artists share their musical gifts and join them in learning about some of the techniques necessary to excel as a consummate performing artists!

Master classes present a special opportunity to share, learn, and perform in a safe and supportive environment—in the format of a special type of music lesson. During the master class, the musician has an intensive lesson, or coaching, in front of a group of people. Oftentimes, it is a special event where musicians have the opportunity to perform a song for a renowned professional. As the master class instructor works with each artist, they may ask them to perform a particular part of the song again (or again and again!). The master class instructor may ask the artist to try a new warm up or even engage in a physical activity. Some instructors also like to engage the audience in their reaction or impressions.

Enjoy vibrant evenings filled with songs and stories as performed by some of the area’s most talented vocal artists in various venues around the SCV. You’ll enjoy tunes from the Great American Songbook, Broadway, and beyond, all in a setting meant to invoke the famed New York cabaret clubs. Part theatre, part concert, with each performance you can expect something different than the last. The great variety of singers and an eclectic mix of themes and music is sure to leave you smiling. Hosted by Twin Cities vocalist Jennifer Eckes and brought to you by SCVO.

Dates:
• October 11, 2025, at The Phipps, Hudson, WI
• More dates to come...

“By Special Request” is a unique fundraising concert featuring St. Croix Valley Opera's co-founders Obed Floan and Megan Wagner, with possible appearances by other local guest artists. The event will be held during the “Bridge to Growth” month-long fundraising campaign celebration at Trinity Lutheran Church in Stillwater, MN. Please follow the adjacent buttons for more information.

As we kick off our “Bridge to Growth” fundraising season on the 1st of November, Obed and Megan and friends will take your song requests within the standard repertoire for a donation to perform them in this unique concert format.

The heart of St. Croix Valley Opera lies in our dedication to our community. Our number one goal is to bring Opera in all of its rich forms to that community through creative programming and educational opportunities.

With St. Croix Valley Opera's 2025 "Bridge to Growth" fundraising campaign during the month of November, we hope to raise $25,000 to help us move into the 2026 season with the financial momentum to accomplish our goals. Our future lies ahead of us now – and we have marvelous plans for it – including a full summer of activities in 2026 which consists of our ever-expanding Opera on the River 2026 Vocal Competition, Master Class Series, and our flagship event; Opera on the River 2026 Grand Concert, just to name a few.

If you support SCVO with a donation in any amount during our November "Bridge to Growth" Celebration Campaign, including your contributions to the "By Special Request" fundraising concert and/or our Holiday Concert, you will be added to our exclusive VIP list, which gives you access to special events, our heartfelt gratitude, and the knowledge you are a part of growing something special in the St. Croix Valley community - and beyond!

Experience a musical celebration like none other this holiday season with St. Croix Valley Opera's Home for the Holidays Concert!

There's no place like home for the holidays, and this December, we invite you to join us as we welcome home some of the St. Croix Valley's exciting performers and storytellers for a concert of beloved holiday favorites and festive cheer!