From developing new chemical compounds to presidential performances, Bears in the Know has it all. The Missouri State University Foundation and Arvest present a series of luncheons to showcase interesting projects and activities at MSU. The luncheons will take place in the Turner Family Hospitality Room at the Kenneth E. Meyer Alumni Center. Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. with … [Read more...] about Be a Bear in the Know
It was a momentous performance by the Missouri State Chorale at the 58th presidential inauguration on Jan. 20, 2017. Dr. Cameron LaBarr, director of choral studies, is making sure his students are not settling down, but moving onward. During the 2017-18 academic year, the MSU choirs will perform in state, regional and national conferences. “Performing for a presidential … [Read more...] about Still on the national stage: what’s next for MSU choirs
Blake Richter, '15, a teacher, musician and videographer, traveled with the Missouri State Chorale to Washington, D.C., to document the inauguration. We profiled him in January. Since then he's been busy editing footage and winning teacher awards. He was the Nixa Public Schools Teacher of the Year all while providing behind the scenes coverage of the Chorale's trip to … [Read more...] about Alum shares highlights of Chorale at inauguration
The Missouri State Chorale raised its profile with its performance during the Inauguration in January. These talented musicians are preparing to hit the road again for a tour of the Southwest this May. We caught up with Dr. Cameron LaBarr, director of choral studies, for a preview of the Chorale's upcoming shows. What's the vision behind this tour? We’re thrilled to be … [Read more...] about Catch the Chorale in the Southwest this May
https://youtu.be/yFy5GPJJaAY The Missouri State Chorale will be performing during the presidential inauguration on January 20, 2017, and Blake Richter, '15, will be there to record it. Richter was chosen to accompany the Chorale as videographer and will document the historic event for future Bears. We caught up with him to find out how preparations are going. What is it like … [Read more...] about Alumnus set to film inauguration trip with Chorale