About

ProMusica Minnesota presents high-quality instrumental chamber music designed to nourish, educate, and inspire the Southern Minnesota community.

The Summit Avenue Music Series (SAMS) was founded in 2016 by Artistic Director Bethel Balge to bring professional musicians to Martin Luther College. Recognizing a need for a dedicated summer chamber music festival, Bethel and Co-Artistic Director Peter McGuire launched the ProMusica Chamber Music Festival in 2019. In 2020, the two organizations merged to form ProMusica Minnesota, uniting their shared vision of enriching the region through exceptional chamber music performances.

Our Team

  • Bethel Balge | Artistic Director

  • Ann Fredrickson | Executive Director

  • Benji Inniger | Graphic Designer

  • Mindy Peterson | Board President

Board of Directors

Paula Marti
Secretary + Treasurer

Owner of Morgan Creek Vineyards, Paula can pair a wine with anything

Jacob Behnken
Vice President

Professor of Music at Martin Luther College and brews a mean cup of coffee

George Hogan
Student Liaison /Director

Mindy Peterson
President

Schmitt Music, Mindy podcasts so you can Enhance Your Life with Music

Philip Claussen
Director