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Rochester Public Music is a City department, and our events are publicly funded and free to attend. But the story doesn’t end there.
Each contribution, volunteer hour, and community partnership helps make music happen. It’s how new ideas take root, how beloved traditions grow, and how we reach more people across Rochester with free, live music throughout the year.
Want to support the music? Make a contribution online or call 507-328-2200 to give by phone.
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Supporters & Partners
We’re deeply grateful to the funders, sponsors, and partners who help make these programs possible — and who show that music matters in Rochester.
2025 Funding Support
Rochester Public Music receives foundational operating support from the Minnesota State Arts Board, made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
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Grant Funding
This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
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2025 Riverside Music Series Partners
Founded in 1991, Riverside is a beloved Rochester tradition. These partners help us bring thousands of people together each summer for unforgettable nights of free music, shared joy, and community pride.
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Title Sponsor since 2008
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Media Sponsor
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Media Sponsor
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Media Sponsor
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Family Activity Partner
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2025 FORWARD Partners
Launched in 2019, FORWARD brings live music into Rochester’s parks and neighborhoods. These partners help keep it deeply local, widely accessible, and rooted in community.
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Grant Support
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Exclusive Media Sponsor
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2025 Passport Sessions Partners
Since 2010, Passport Sessions has featured cross-cultural performances in public spaces. These partners help foster musical connection and global curiosity.
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Public Concert Venue Partner
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Youth Concert Venue Partner
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2025 Sound School Partner
Founded in 1990, Sound School brings professional musicians into Rochester classrooms for a week of hands-on learning, cultural exchange, and musical discovery. These partners help us spark creativity and open minds — one school at a time.
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School Partner
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We are especially grateful to partners who support multiple Rochester Public Music programs throughout the year.