About Lumen Antiqua
Formed in 2025, Lumen Antiqua is a Minneapolis-based vocal trio devoted to the art of a cappella singing for treble voices. The ensemble – Rachel Farhi, Jessi McKinnon, and Becca Tobin – brings together three professional musicians whose shared passion lies in uncovering the beauty, mystery, and universality of ancient and global choral music.
Our repertoire spans centuries and continents: sacred and secular works from the Renaissance and Middle Ages, traditional folk melodies reimagined for three voices, and newly composed pieces that echo the timeless spirit of the past. Each program invites audiences on a journey through history, culture, and sound.
Through thoughtful programming and luminous ensemble blend, Lumen Antiqua seeks to connect audiences to the living thread of human song — music that has echoed across time and continues to illuminate the present.
Rachel Farhi
Rachel is a Texan-born soprano who loves singing early and folk music. She is a section leader and soloist at St. Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral in Minneapolis, and sings and solos with Exultate Chamber Choir and Orchestra, Minnesota Renaissance Choir, and other Twin Cities ensembles. She studies voice with Craig Fields in Minneapolis.
On weekdays Rachel is a practicing attorney at a small law firm in the north Twin Cities Metro. Outside of work and singing, she enjoys horror movies and podcasts, standup comedy (just watching), and spending time with her 2 cats Tuna and Bwud.
Jessi McKinnon
Jessi McKinnon is a mezzo-soprano recognized for her expressive tone, stylistic versatility, and collaborative artistry. She performs regularly with a variety of professional ensembles, and serves as a section leader at Wayzata Community Church. A sought-after soloist and ensemble singer, she is known for bringing depth, warmth, and precision to repertoire spanning early music to contemporary works.
In addition to her performing career, Jessi is a voice adjudicator and has worked with high school choral students throughout Minnesota and Massachusetts, fostering artistry and confidence in the next generation of singers.
Jessi also serves as a Director of Operations in the victim services field, where she combines her background in nonprofit leadership with her dedication to creating trauma-informed, inclusive, and empowering spaces for music and community connection.
Becca Tobin
Becca is a Minnesota born-and-raised mezzo who loves early music, global folk music, and the classics of the Lutheran choral tradition. In addition to Lumen Antiqua, she also sings with the Gregorian Singers, the Summer Singers, and other local churches and ensembles.
During the week, she works as an agriculture data and research analyst with a passion for sustainability. When not singing or playing with spreadsheets, she enjoys knitting, gardening, spending money on her high-maintenance cats Arne and Knut, and foraging and native landscaping at the family farm.
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