Music and storytelling have long been intertwined with one another. From Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s famous score that underlies the ballet performance of The Nutcracker to the trope of using Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov’s “Flight of the Bumblebee” in a film to create a sense of urgency or danger. But, while classical music has proven to be a powerful force in our culture, it’s … [Read more...] about Listening with our eyes
The department of music is continuing its tradition of Double Reed Day virtually this year. This event is an online workshop for oboe and bassoon players in grades 7-12. On Saturday, February 27, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., students will participate via Zoom in a master class and performances. The master class will be led by Cooper Wright, a professor of oboe at Mahidol … [Read more...] about Double Reed Day is February 27
This post was written by Tessa Cooper. All photos by Tessa Cooper. Members of the Missouri State University Chorale accrued thousands of frequent flier miles and several new passport stamps this past summer through their Scandinavia and China tours. From singing in ornate churches such as the Storkyrkan Cathedral in Stockholm to large venues like the Wukesong Gymnasium … [Read more...] about MSU Chorale Performs on Two 2018 International Tours
Many changes are on the horizon for students as Missouri State continues its push to overhaul the facilities and accommodations the music department offers. The Steinway Initiative is key to that plan. What does it mean to be an All-Steinway School? The Steinway Initiative will pave the way for Missouri State to become an All-Steinway school, a prestigious designation … [Read more...] about Join MSU’s journey to become an All-Steinway School
Missouri State’s 15th Annual Flute Day is here! World-renowned flutist and guest artist Philip Dikeman will headline this event on Friday, April 22, as flutists of all ages come to campus for a variety of activities. Free Flute Day open to flutists of all ages Now on a Friday, the event will include activities for those interested in flute education, including band … [Read more...] about Musicians of all ages invited to annual Flute Day