Several online courses are available for the summer. Summer 2020 Schedule May 18 - Summer Intersession classes begin May 25 - Memorial Day holiday (no classes) June 5 - Summer Intersession classes end June 8 - Classes begin July 3 - Independence Day observed (no classes) July 29 - Last day of classes July 30-31 - Final exams SUMMER 2020 Music Courses … [Read more...] about Music appreciation, arranging, conducting, and music education classes are online this summer
As long as she can remember, Faith Morgan has written music. She used to sit down at the piano after dinner and experiment with musical hooks and transform her thoughts into lyrics. While she was a Missouri State University student, she published three of her choral compositions. Her band at the time, the Faith Morgan Band, also produced an album. “I am passionate about … [Read more...] about Musician finds beauty wherever she goes
by Dr. James Baumlin The Roaring Twenties—21st century style—is now upon us. What better place for a Soirée than the Kentwood Crystal Room, dancehall site of Springfield’s first radio broadcasts? The MSU Opera Theater will be turning the clock back, turning the Crystal Room into a speakeasy for its March 6 Missouri premiere of the modern opera, “Ghosts of Gatsby.” Supported … [Read more...] about MSU Opera Theater brings back the Roaring Twenties
Dr. Jason Hausback's successes in the trombone world are highlighted in the 2020 issue of Mind's Eye. His story is available on the site now. Here is a taste: He has performed in many high-stakes situations. He’s performed with a group on a Grammy-nominated album. He’s been selected to play alongside living legends in the International Trombone Festival. And since coming … [Read more...] about Congratulations to Dr. Jason Hausback
The performance record of Dr. Todd Payne is highlighted in the 2019 issue of Mind's Eye. It's wonderful to see our faculty's work shared in this manner. Here is a taste of his story. "I am exactly where I am supposed to be, doing what I am supposed to be doing,” he said, tapping his index finger on his desk with each beat. “If I never get to the Metropolitan Opera, it’s OK, … [Read more...] about Congratulations to Dr. Todd Payne