Music scene · Montrose

For around 3779 residents, Montrose keeps music close to the ground. School bands, church choirs, and the county fair talent show supply the main stages, and players from Minneapolis occasionally stop by.

Live music in Montrose happens wherever people gather. The community center, church halls, and high school auditorium provide space. A neighborhood bar and the American Legion hall cover informal sets, and the park pavilion hosts warm-weather shows with Minneapolis musicians.

The town is home to school musicians, church singers, and a few local bands; players from the nearby Minneapolis scene pass through from time to time.

Aspiring players can volunteer for school concerts, community theater musicals, and the county fair talent show. Posting flyers at the library and a local bar helps find collaborators. Many locals also make regular trips to Minneapolis for open mics and small gigs.