2012 News Archive

2012 Edition of Composed Now Available - May 14, 2012

We are proud to announce that the 2012 edition of Composed—The Literary Journal of McNally Smith College of Music is…

McNally Smith Announces Partnership With Swarnabhoomi Acadamy of Music in India - May 10, 2012

In 1968, the Beatles traveled to India to immerse themselves in the country’s rich musical and spiritual culture. Their transcendent…

Register for the McNally Smith Teen Battle of the Bands Competition at Grand Old Days 2012 - May 8, 2012

Teen Battle of the Bands Competition at Grand Old Day 2012 Presented by McNally Smith College of Music Sunday, June…

McNally Smith Launches New iPhone App for Musicians - May 2, 2012

Want to teach yourself to read music? Play an instrument? Improve your skills as a musician? There’s an app for…

McNally Smith SoundCrawl Parade Gives a Soundtrack to the Saint Paul Art Crawl - April 27, 2012

Story City CD Release Concert Tonight at 7:30pm - April 23, 2012

Featuring McNally Smith Faculty Steve Jennings, Terry Burns, Steve Faison and Dave Schmalenberger!   About Story City Website: http://www.storycitymusic.com/ Twitter:…

McNally Smith Singers Take The Stage at MPR’s Fitzgerald Theater This Sunday - April 13, 2012

This event is part of our Emerging Artist Series at McNally Smith. This concert series gives our students the opportunity…

McNally Smith 2012-2013 Scholarship Recipients - April 9, 2012

PREMIER AWARDS  The Premier Scholarship is a half-tuition scholarship presented to incoming or current McNally Smith College of Music students.…

FT Position Opening in Human Resources - April 8, 2012

The Human Resources Specialist is responsible for supporting the Senior Director of Human Resources in short- and long-term planning and…

Influencial Contemporary Musician, Composer
François Rabbath to Visit McNally Smith
- April 6, 2012

Questions about any of the events? Contact Hayley Johnson at hayley.johnson@mcnallysmith.edu.

Award-Winning Saxophonist/Faculty Takes the Stage
at McNally Smith
- April 4, 2012

McNally Smith Music Business Chair and award-winning jazz musician Steve Cole takes the stage on campus for the last performance…

Free Concert: Solid Gold Live at McNally Smith (Thurs, 7pm) - April 2, 2012

This Thursday at McNally Smith! Join us for a night of free music and fun featuring… SOLID GOLD! Thursday, April…

X-Tet Ensemble to Perform with Acclaimed Baritone Saxophonist Gary Smulyan - April 2, 2012

On Tuesday, April 10th, The Artists’ Quarter will present a special evening of big band jazz with the McNally Smith…

Faculty Opening: Music Business Instructor (FT) - April 2, 2012

McNally Smith College of Music is seeking applications for a full-time instructor for its Music Business Division beginning September 2012.…

McNally Smith Emerging Artist Series Hits St. Paul Music Venues (March 30-April 24) - April 2, 2012

McNally Smith College of Music ensembles to perform at music venues throughout St. Paul from March 30th through April 24th.…

McNally Smith Launches New Twin Cities Music Blog, Major/Minor - March 28, 2012

On Wednesday, McNally Smith College of Music launched its new Twin Cities music blog, Major/Minor. This new online music blog…

McNally Smith Students Win Big at National ASTA Conference - March 27, 2012

Congratulations to McNally Smith’s string ensemble, Rhythm and Bows! Last weekend, they were the recipients of two major honors at…

Assassins: A Musical, This Weekend at McNally Smith - March 26, 2012

McNally Smith College of Music and it’s Musical Theater Ensemble are proud to present…. Assassins: A Musical This weekend only!…

Job Opening: Webmaster/Copywriter Position (Full-Time) - March 20, 2012

McNally Smith College of Music is seeking a full time Webmaster/Copywriter to join our marketing department. Responsibilities will include: RESPONSIBILITIES…

Music Photographer Rob Shanahan to Visit McNally Smith - March 12, 2012

Ringo Starr, Shelia E, Paul McCartney, Justin Bieber, Dave Navarro. You name them, he has photographed them. Rob Shanahan is…

McNally Smith Takes Over SXSW - March 2, 2012

You might have noticed the ribbon in the upper-left hand corner of our website lately… Visit mcnallysmith.edu/sxsw to find out…

McNally Smith Sponsors AP’s 100 Bands You Need to Know SXSW 2012 Day Party - February 27, 2012

In addition to planning our own Rock The Cause Day Party at SXSW this year, we are also proud to…

Free Show: Heiruspecs Live at McNally Smith on Mar. 1st - February 24, 2012

Update: First batch of public tickets have been released. To be added to the guest list, email christian.betancourt@mcnallysmith.edu. Sound Bite…

McNally Smith Launches Hip-Hop Clinics at Twin Cities Libraries - February 22, 2012

Over the next months, McNally Smith College of Music will be hosting a number of hip-hop clinics at libraries around…

In the News: Secret Stash Records - February 17, 2012

Graduates Eric Foss (‘04) and Cory Wong (’07) were written up in City Pages and Vita.mn recently for their work as part of Secret Stash Records.…

In the News: Project Coffee Pot - February 17, 2012

Alum Ben Kelly (’11) and current student Adam Conrad (’12) recently launched a Kickstarter campaign for a multidisciplinary theater production — Project…

Live Webcast: The Honeydogs at McNally Smith (2/16 at 7pm) - February 15, 2012

Due to the demand for tickets to see The Honeydogs show on campus this Thursday, we will be live streaming…

McNally Smith Alum Manages Bon Iver to ‘Best New Artist’ Honors - February 14, 2012

From music business student to respected artist manager, McNally Smith College of Music alumnus Kyle Frenette is making a name…

Ticket Info: The Honeydogs at McNally Smith (Feb. 16th, 7pm) - February 13, 2012

The Honeydogs Thursday, Feb. 16th at 7pm McNally Smith College of Music (3rd floor, Sound Bite Cafe) How do I…

Exclusive Videos: Motion City Soundtrack Live at McNally Smith - February 8, 2012

Last semester, McNally Smith students and faculty were treated with an intimate, on-campus performance from national recording artists Motion City…

McNally Smith Alumni Jam with Gary Busey to Celebrate the Life & Times of Music Legend Buddy Holly - February 6, 2012

Hollywood actor Gary Busey revisited his musical roots by paying homage to Buddy Holly on the 53rd anniversary of Holly’s…

Five Upcoming Student Bands Showcased at New Music Machine, Feb. 22 - February 3, 2012

Join us at the Triple Rock Social Club on Wed., February 22 for New Music Machine, a night of performances…

The Honeydogs Live at McNally Smith on Feb. 16th - February 2, 2012

McNally Smith College of Music is excited to announce the next performance in its Sound Bite Concert Series featuring nationally…

Industry Showcase Tonight at McNally Smith - February 1, 2012

Industry Showcase Presented by McNally Smith College of Music Wednesday, Feb. 1st 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Free, open to…

McNally Smith Open House This Saturday (Feb. 4th) - January 31, 2012

Still time to RSVP to this Saturday’s Open House! Email us or visit our Open House Facebook page to RSVP.…

Full-Time Faculty Position Open at McNally Smith – Composition and Songwriting Department Head - January 27, 2012

McNally Smith College of Music is seeking a Department Head for its Composition and Songwriting Department. The Department Head plans…

This Weekend: Deepwinter Bonfire Presented By McNally Smith College of Music - January 26, 2012

McNally Smith College of Music is proud to present a unique musical experience this Saturday featuring a celebration of spontaneous…

McNally Smith Alums to Perform at Buddy Holly Event with Academy Award Nominee Gary Busey - January 24, 2012

Many music fans know February 3, 1959, as “The Day the Music Died” when Buddy Holly and two other musicians…

Higher Learning Commission Third Party Comment Notice - January 23, 2012

McNally Smith College of Music is seeking comments from the public about the College in preparation for initial evaluation by…

McNally Smith Faculty Toki Wright Named “Best Emcee” at 6th Annual Twin Cities Hip-Hop Awards - January 23, 2012

Last weekend, McNally Smith Hip-Hop Studies faculty member and Rhymesayers artist Toki Wright was named this year’s “Best Emcee” at…

Monday Night Vocal Workshop Returns for Spring 2012 - January 19, 2012

The Monday Night Vocal Workshops are designed for working and/or non-working singers who want to further their skills as a…

New Bachelor of Arts in Music Degree Available This Fall - January 19, 2012

Starting Fall 2012, students at McNally Smith College of Music will be able to pursue a new degree: The highly…

Deepwinter Bonfire Brings Dozens of Musicians, DJs, and Break Dance Crews Together for Improvised Show at McNally Smith and History Theatre - January 10, 2012

In the dead of winter on January 28, 2012, a diverse group of dynamic, progressive musicians and other artists from…

McNally Smith Named 2012 Top Small Business Success Story by Twin Cities Business Magazine - January 3, 2012

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