Music scene · Independence
A quiet Hennepin County community where school concerts and church choirs lead local music, and Minneapolis clubs and open mics sit within commuting distance.
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A quiet Hennepin County community where school concerts and church choirs lead local music, and Minneapolis clubs and open mics sit within commuting distance.
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Independence is a small Hennepin County community where music centers on school concerts, church choirs, and local acoustic gatherings. Minneapolis-area musicians sometimes drive west for community events and private parties.
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