International Folk Artist Sofia Talvik in Concert at NYM Cultural Center
“Pay What You Can” Community Concert Caps Off Spring Series
New York Mills, MN—May 22, 2025— The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center is thrilled to announce the final performance of its 2025 Spring Concert Series: internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter Sofia Talvik, live in concert on Thursday, May 29 at 7:30 p.m.
This special performance is part of the Cultural Center’s new “pay as you’re able” concert initiative, ensuring that everyone—regardless of financial ability—can experience high-quality, live music close to home. This means no tickets are required and all are welcome!
Live Music: Sofia Talvik @ NYM Cultural Center
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Music begins at 7:30 PM (doors open at 7:00)
New York Mills Regional Cultural Center, 24 N Main Ave, New York Mills
Pay what you can — everyone is welcome!
Sofia Talvik, known for her ethereal voice and heartfelt songwriting, blends the soul of Americana with the Nordic spirit of her native Sweden. With a sound often compared to icons like Joni Mitchell and Judy Collins, Sofia captivates audiences with personal storytelling, acoustic guitar, and a mesmerizing solo performance that layers harmonies, percussion, and melody into a rich and moving soundscape.
Having toured extensively across 48 U.S. states, Europe, and New Zealand, Talvik brings a worldly perspective and deep authenticity to the stage. Her latest album, Center of the Universe (2023), debuted in the Top 20 on the Folk Radio Charts USA, with its lead single reaching the Top 10. The album was even considered for a Grammy nomination for Best Folk Album.
What to Expect:
- An unforgettable evening of original folk music
- A warm, welcoming space with a cash bar and complimentary snacks
- A chance to support live music in rural Minnesota
- First-come, first-served seating — arrive early for the best spot!
Learn more and preview Sofia’s music: https://music.sofiatalvik.com
Let’s come together to celebrate the season with an evening of music, connection, and community. See you at the Cultural Center on May 29!
This activity is made possible in part by the voters of Minnesota through grants from the Lake Region Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
For more information, please call the Cultural Center at (218) 385-3339 or visit the Center’s website at www.kulcher.org.
About the Cultural Center
The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center is a rural hub for creativity, community vitality, and lifelong learning in the arts. The Center offers visitors intimate opportunities to encounter art and artists in its 80-seat concert listening room, visual art gallery in a historic building, gift shop featuring local artists, artist residency program, sculpture park, and a variety of opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Since its incorporation in 1990, the Cultural Center has been passionate about connecting people to artists and rich cultural experiences in rural Minnesota, celebrating the local and being a window to the world. For more information, call 218-385-3339, or visit www.kulcher.org.
