In January, a small group of Missouri State opera students attended the annual National Opera Association (NOA) conference in Florida. This conference serves as an incredible opportunity for students to network with professionals, scout graduate programs, and attend sessions on acting, repertoire, and professional development. The highlight of the conference is the Collegiate … [Read more...] about Opera students place second at national conference
MSU has been a participant of MMTA for several years. In fact, the music department’s very own faculty member, Dr. Jason Hausback, has been vice president of the organization for the last eight years. It’s not unusual for MSU students to do well but at the caliber that they performed this year, it’s something to celebrate. There are several music teachers associations that … [Read more...] about Students place in state-wide music competition
Missouri State’s a cappella groups the Beartones and Hibernotes will be competing in the International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella Midwest Semifinals at Washington University in St. Louis on April 2. MSU’s Hibernotes won first place in February Midwest quarterfinals. MSU groups take first, second place in quarterfinals The two groups qualified for the a … [Read more...] about MSU a cappella groups head to regional competition April 2
Grammy award-winning saxophonist Dick Oatts will headline Missouri State's 2016 Jazz Festival in April. The festival is an opportunity for young musicians to perform at MSU and take master classes from jazz professionals. Register your band Registration is now open to school bands and ensembles interested in participating in the annual event. Schools have the option of … [Read more...] about Saxophonist Dick Oatts to headline 2016 Jazz Festival
Missouri State opera students will get the chance compete at the National Opera Association's 61st annual convention this year in the graduate division opera scenes competition. The convention will take place Jan. 6-10 in Indianapolis and focuses on "Heritage and Hope: Celebrating Diversity in Performance and Pedagogy." More about the competition The National Opera … [Read more...] about Opera students to compete at National Opera Association’s convention in January