KMSU - Mankato Symphony Orchestra Youth Concerts
Every spring, the Mankato Symphony presents free concerts to 4th, 5th and 6th grade public and private school students from Mankato and the surrounding nine-county region. These hour-long concerts present an exciting mix of music and education to about 3,000 students annually. The Youth Concerts are an exceptional way for these young people to experience first-hand what a professional orchestra sounds like and how complex the music can be.
Arts, culture and history will be interwoven into every facet of community life: Instilling an appreciation for classical orchestra music in young people assures a future for local Symphony Orchestras.More Minnesotans of all ages, ethnicities, abilities and incomes will participate in the arts, culture and history: The area school districts serve all students, regardless of race, color, creed or socio-economic standing.People will trust Minnesota’s stewardship of public arts, culture and history funding: The cost for sponsoring these concerts is the same as 2012.Arts, culture and history will thrive in Minnesota: Inspiring youth to explore music will lead to a robust musical landscape for Minnesota’s future.More student exposure to professional performing arts, and the work of professional artists: The Mankato Symphony is a professional, highly skilled Orchestra.More locally and Minnesota focused content: The performers are al from Minnesota.How outcomes will be measured: -Number of students who participate in the program - Arbitron/Radio Research Consortium ratings information -Internet and Social media statistics
- In total, the Orchestra performed three short concerts over the course of one day for three separate groups of students
- The concerts were each about an hour long
- The concerts taught students music appreciation