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SUMMIT presents ~ Guiding Artists • Growing Communities |
Summit Presents is a Minnesota-based creative communications partner dedicated to connecting artists, audiences, and communities through unforgettable experiences. We curate events and provide promotional and communications support that amplifies visibility for artists and organizations alike. Our work extends beyond the stage — we partner with mission-driven organizations to build the community connections that make their work resonate and their audiences grow. At Summit Presents, we believe that great art builds great communities. Every show, campaign, and collaboration is an opportunity to bring people together around something meaningful.
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LANDMARK EVENTS
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one thing that rings out prominently to me about Katy Tessman, is her ability to build community. " ~ The Real Musician |
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ARTIST ROSTER
Katy TessmanWith a voice full of the wisdom she’s gained through cancer survival, heartbreak, and motherhood, Katy Tessman is an optimistic and approachable songwriter who celebrates life’s stumbles and summits. Soaring to new heights with her eagerly awaited album, “Fly” marks her return to the stage after a twenty-year hiatus. Hailing from Minneapolis, Katy is also an award-winning children's book author, celebrated as a CHANGEMAKER by Minnesota Women's Press. Katy performs solo, Mom + Son Duo, and with her band Katy Tessman and the Turnbuckles an emerging as a beloved Americana group that’s captivating audiences with Tessman's straight-from-the-heart songwriting, complemented by her son Louis Tessman Stanoch’s commanding lead guitar, and the rhythm section's vibrant energy.
Watch performance videos: Solo: performance at Wyoming Center for the Arts, MN Duo: performance at Woodshop Sessions in St. Paul Band: performance at Icehouse in Minneapolis |
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Burning Blue RainBorn from a lifelong friendship, Burning Blue Rain is the creative partnership of Louis Tessman Stanoch and Oliver Osland. Young men with old souls, they craft a sound that draws deeply from blues tradition while infusing it with the grit and groove of funky R&B. The result is music that feels both classic and current, grounded in emotion yet unafraid to explore new textures and ideas.
Since forming in 2022, Burning Blue Rain has earned a reputation for its innovative sound, poignant writing, and dynamic live performances. Their residencies at top Twin Cities venues have showcased the duo’s ability to command a room with subtlety and fire, building a dedicated following and pushing their presence steadily upward in the local music landscape. A growing catalog of original music highlights their range and artistic ambition, each release further defining the band’s voice. At the heart of Burning Blue Rain’s momentum is the natural chemistry between Louis and Oliver. Years of friendship and shared musical instincts allow them to create with an ease and trust rarely found in such a young act. Together, they drive every part of the artistic process. Louis’s expressive guitar work and soulful melodic sensibility blend seamlessly with Oliver’s intuitive playing, arranging, engineering, and production. Their collaboration feels less like two musicians trading ideas and more like a single creative engine operating in perfect sync. Their 2025 EP captured that connection vividly and drew early praise for its depth and groove. As Melodic Noise Media noted, “Every time I listen, they have me hooked.” It’s the kind of reaction the duo inspires consistently from listeners who find themselves pulled into the band’s blend of heart, craft, and authenticity. |
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Heartland SouvenirsHeartland Souvenirs is a new musical project that pays tribute to the timeless stories and melodies of iconic American songwriters. Rooted in nostalgia, this trio--featuring Nikki Lemire, Becky Schlegel, and Katy Tessman—celebrates the enduring power of classic songwriting, breathing new life into cherished songs that continue to resonate through fresh voices and heartfelt performances.
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Holly XO
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Holly XO is a singer-songwriter from St Paul, MN.Her debut album “Dear Holly,” is currently in production at the Library Studio in NE Minneapolis and will be released in 2026. Holly XO is poetic art music, ringing a feminist message without preaching, and spirituality without purporting wisdom. The music seeks to offer healing through the lens of experience, strength, and hope.
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