Lorie Line: A Musical Journey from Reno to Minnesota’s Heart
Explore the captivating world of Minnesota’s musical treasure, Lorie Line, and her extraordinary journey from piano prodigy to cultural icon! 🌟🎹🎶
✅ TWO RELATED PODCAST EPISODES! Listen to “Lorie Line: A Musical Journey from Reno to Minnesota’s Heart” on Travel with Jack and Kitty. Listen to “Lorie Line: Heritage, Harmony and the Power of Music” (Jack’s interview with Lorie Line) on Jack and Kitty’s Don’t Cha Know Podcast. Subscribe and listen on your favorite podcast app. 🎙️❤️
Quick Summary
Explore the inspiring journey of Lorie Line, a musical icon from Minnesota.
- Discover Lorie Line’s early beginnings and rise to fame as a pianist and performer.
- Delve into her impressive career achievements, including record sales and tours.
- Learn about her impact beyond music, in philanthropy, television, and more.
Lorie Line: Minnesota Music Legend
Lorie Line’s journey is a captivating tale of talent and dedication. Starting at age 5 in Reno, Nevada, her love for the piano was evident. As a child prodigy, she won numerous piano competitions. Her skill took her to the University of Nevada, Reno, where she graduated with a BA in Music, Piano Performance. 🎹
As a musician myself, she is such an inspiration… and I am a huge fan of her work!
A Star Is Born in Minnesota
In 1986, Lorie moved to Minneapolis after marrying Tim Line. Her career took off when she started playing piano in Dayton’s department store, capturing the hearts of Midwestern shoppers. Her unique style quickly gained popularity, setting her on the path to stardom. 🌟
A Remarkable Career by the Numbers
Lorie Line’s success is staggering. She’s recorded 65 CDs, published over 50 books of music, and sold an incredible 6 million albums. Notably, she’s sold 1 million albums at Dayton’s and distributed 3 million in Chex cereal boxes. Her digital presence is equally impressive, with a million listeners on Pandora and 716 million streams. 📀
Touring and Influence
For 33 consecutive years, Lorie has performed on over 2000 stages across the U.S., managing her music empire from her Twin Cities home. She continues to perform around 50 concerts annually, showcasing her enduring passion for music. 🎤
Beyond Music: A Cultural Icon
Lorie’s influence extends into television, with three special programs for PBS, and collaborations with esteemed ensembles like the Minnesota Orchestra. Her performances at significant events, including for Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush, highlight her wide-reaching impact. 📺
Entrepreneurship and Philanthropy
Recognized as Entrepreneur of the Year in 2002, Lorie’s business acumen is as remarkable as her musical talent. With her husband, she’s launching The Tim and Lorie Line Foundation in 2023, furthering their philanthropic efforts. 🌍
A Personal Touch
Lorie shares her life and inspiration through quarterly blogs. Her culinary skills are even featured in Betty Crocker’s ‘Holiday Cooking With Friends.’ She and Tim are proud parents and avid gardeners, deeply rooted in Minnesota. 🌱
A Symbol of Unity and Joy
Lorie Line is more than a musician; she’s a cherished part of Minnesota’s cultural fabric. Her music is a constant in many homes, especially during the holiday season. Her legacy lies in the hearts of those who’ve made her music a part of their family traditions. 🎄
Lorie Line, with her exceptional talent and dedication, has truly become a symbol of unity and joy, bringing people together to celebrate the festive spirit of the Midwest. 🎉
✅ Don’t miss out! Listen to “Lorie Line: A Musical Journey from Reno to Minnesota’s Heart” on Travel with Jack and Kitty. Listen to “Lorie Line: Heritage, Harmony and the Power of Music” (Jack’s interview with Lorie Line) on Jack and Kitty’s Don’t Cha Know Podcast. Subscribe on your favorite podcast app. 🎙️❤️
Connect with Lorie Line
Lorie has a great website where you can learn more about her music and songbooks. She’s also going on tour and her concerts are highly recommended.
“One World, Many Stories” by The Zinghoppers
Jack and I recorded an album for preschoolers several years ago and we chat about it in today’s podcast episode. Lorie Line is featured on that. Oddly enough so is Rikki Rockett – the drummer and founding member of Poison! 🙀 Listen on Spotify or wherever you stream/download music.
