New Individual Artist Opportunity in Southeastern Minnesota | |
Hannah Lou Woods performing at Rochester Art Center for her capstone event "Love Cafe" | |
The Next SEMAC Individual Artist Grant Deadline is July 1 | |
SEMAC is opening another round of grant opportunities to individual artists in Southeastern Minnesota on June 1. The deadline for the LOI portion (Part 1) of the Individual Artist Grant is Monday, July 1. Once Part 1 is submitted, eligible applicants will have until July 11 to submit their final applications. These competitive grants are for full-time residents of SEMAC's 11-county region to create entirely original work and share it with the community. Emerging Artists can receive up to $3,000 and Advancing Artists up to $5,000. | |
Ah-May-zing Capstone Celebrations Throughout the Month | |
Throughout the entire month of May, our grant recipients will showcase their work in public capstone events. See the full list of May's SEMAC-funded projects below. | |
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Nerstrand Community Celebration
Friday, May 3 | 6:30p
Nerstrand Elementary School
Nerstrand, MN
Join composer Daniel Kallman and the citizens of Nerstrand, MN in their annual tradition of honoring a community elder with an original song. This year, the honoree is Kathy Braaten.
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Chiaroscuro
Selected Poems
Tuesday, May 7 | 7p
Blue Heron Coffeehouse
Winona, MN
Maria Denzer presents a collection of selected poems by her late husband, Peter Denzer. Illustrated with 110 lino prints created by Maria Denzer, Delia Bell, and the Denzer family and friends.
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Mid West Music Fest
May 10 & 11 | Times Vary
Downtown Winona - Locations Vary
Winona, MN
MWMF is returning to the river for its 15th annual Winona, MN festival this summer on May 10th & 11th. The multi-stage festival will be held at Levee Park (Main Stage), Two Fathoms Brewing, No Name Bar, Peter's Biergarten, Eagle Club, with free stages at Acoustic Cafe & Blooming Grounds. The fest will host two free stages both evenings with free, family-friendly events on Saturday morning from 10a-4p.
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SEMBA Bluegrass Music Festival
May 17-19
Cushon's Peak Campground
Houston, MN
Celebrate 32 years of authentic Appalachian bluegrass music at Southeast Minnesota Bluegrass Association's annual festival in scenic rural Houston, MN! 7 bands featuring 32 talented musicians from across the region. Whether you're a diehard bluegrass fan or just appreciate America's rich musical roots, don't miss this flagship festival celebrating the pure mountain tradition.
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Taste of Nations 2024
Saturday, May 18 | 11a-3p
Bandshell Community Park
Austin, MN
For over 10 years, Taste of Nations has been an annual event with the mission to celebrate the diverse cultures that make up Mower County. Food vendors, craft vendors and exhibitors, performances and more.
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Southeastern Minnesota
Youth Orchestra Spring Concert
Sunday, May 19 | 2p
Century High School
Rochester, MN
The Southeastern Minnesota Youth Orchestra (SEMYO) presents its annual spring concert. The concert will be presented in two parts: prelude winds, bravura strings, and chamber strings; then philharmonic and concert orchestra. The 2024 Concert Competition winner will also be featured.
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Rochester Male Chorus
Spring Tour Finale
Monday, May 20 | 7p
125 LIVE
Rochester, MN
The mission of the Rochester Male Chorus is to entertain, uplift and foster community connections through a commitment to high standards of choral exercise. Believing that music is a universal language that transcends human differences, the Chorus expresses its members' unique talents and individuality to create an artistic experience that connects the integrity of the music, the director, and the audiences and one another,
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Tower View Students Ceramic Experience
Monday, May 27
Anderson Center
Red Wing, MN
Join Jeff McDowell and his students as they showcase the ceramic pieces created in a series of 10 hands-on ceramic sessions. McDowell's project aimed to provide access to wheels, clay, and kilns for underserved students.
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Winterstate with an Orchestra
Friday, May 31 | 6:30p
Historic Chateau Theatre
Rochester, MN
Winterstate, an independent alternative rock band known for their anthemic riffs, soaring vocals, and massive drums. In this unique performance, they'll be accompanied by a full orchestra, bringing original songs and covers to new heights. Additionally, audience members will be treated to the debut of several brand-new songs.
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Artist Development Workshop Series 2024 | |
This year-long series of free workshops for professional and amateur artists of all artistic disciplines will explore a variety of topics and provide opportunities for artists to share resources, network, and socialize with their creative peers from throughout the region. Sponsored by SEMAC, all workshops will be available in-person or on-line by registering through the Northfield Arts Guild. | |
Joshua T. Berglan (left) and Cedric Briand (right) | |
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Art and Technology
Thursday, May 9 | 6-8p
Owatonna Arts Center & Online
Owatonna, MN
How do we as artists integrate our art in a technologically advancing world? Do we utilize the tools available in tech, and if so, how to best navigate digital media, AI, syncing technology and more? What are some of the advantages and challenges for an artist when it comes to using different forms of tech to create, produce and distribute their artistic endeavors? Hear from two artists who have experiences in the world of technology and can answer these questions and more.
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Learn How to Fund Your Work with SEMAC Individual Artists Grants | |
During this workshop, SEMAC Executive Director Anastasia Shartin will go through the process of applying for a SEMAC Individual Artist Grant step-by-step. This in-person workshop will take place at the Freeborn County Arts Initiative and will be co-presented by a local artist, musician, and Vice President of the SEMAC Board of Directors, Elisha Marin. | |
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Technical Grant Writing for Artists Workshop - Albert Lea
Thursday, May 30 | 6-8:30p
at Freeborn County Arts Initiative with artist Elisha Marin
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Revisiting Past Grant Recipients and the Lasting Impacts of Funded Projects | |
We are catching up with previous grant recipients to learn about the lasting impacts of their funded projects. By reconnecting with the individuals and organizations, we aim to share how our grants have benefited artists and their communities. This month we feature Project FINE's Culture Arts & Ancestry project. | |
Project FINE is a Winona-based nonprofit that has supported refugees and immigrants since 1990 by providing interpretation, education, and empowerment services. One of their most impactful initiatives is the Cultural Arts & Ancestry project funded by the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council. This project allows refugees and immigrants to share their artistic heritage with the community through cultural learning experiences and art workshops. In 2023, the workshops focused on the Puerto Rican Bomba Dance, Mexican Corn Husk Dolls, and the Hmong Story Cloth. See our blog to learn more: | |
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2510 Superior Dr NW, Suite B
Rochester, 55901
SEMAC is excited to announce that we have relocated our offices to a new address! Don't worry, we haven't gone far - our new location is just a short distance from our previous office on Commerce Drive. Thanks to all the helping hands that made the move easy for us!
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SEMAC is committed to building bridges and nurturing meaningful relationships. We are seeking artists, arts professionals, and arts enthusiasts to join our Arts Advisory Panel and Board of Directors. The Panel is responsible for reviewing grant applications and making funding recommendations to the Board.
If you or someone you know is interested in applying for these service opportunities, please follow these links for more information:
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SEMAC activities are made possible by the voters of Minnesota through grants from the Minnesota State Arts Board thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts & cultural heritage fund. | | | | |
