For more than 75 years, the International Artist Series of Minot brought world-class music to a local stage, enriching the cultural life of the community with handpicked talent from around the globe. From its beginnings as the Minot Community Concert Association in[...]
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Minot musicians embark on trip to Norway
A group of Minot singers is packing their sheet music—and passports—for a journey that blends heritage and harmony. Twenty-five members of the Minot Chamber Chorale and MSU Choir are headed to Norway for a 10-day tour filled with parades, performances, and cultural[...]
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Aggressive immigration enforcement makes musicians rethink U.S. tours
Polish rock band Trupa Trupa knows touring the U.S. feels more like mission impossible than a celebration of music. Frontman Grzegorz Kwiatkowski describes months of delays, visa uncertainty, and the looming risk of being turned away at the border. He’s not alone.[...]
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Minot rapper Dakotah Faye gets deep about recovery, identity, and making it in music
Dakotah Faye isn’t just making music—he’s making meaning. Raised in Minot and shaped by the tension of identity, addiction, and ambition, Faye turned early poetry into a hip-hop career rooted in truth. Now sober and thriving, he channels his struggles into lyrics[...]
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Kids Light Up the Stage at Murphy’s Pub Showcase in Moorhead
On Sunday afternoon, Murphy’s Pub in Moorhead swapped bar stools for bravery as 15 young performers took the stage for the third annual Kids Musical Showcase. Among them were 10-year-olds Mia Berg and David Hand, each stepping into the spotlight for the[...]
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Northwest Arts Center presents exhibition by 2024-25 Artist-In-Residence
**Minot, N.D.** —The Northwest Arts Center presents new work by Minot State University Artist-in-Residence, Blaire Engel. “BRD,” an exhibition of ceramic sculptures, opens with a public reception on Friday, April 25, and is on view until May 31. Engel is a Minot based[...]
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North Dakota Invites Artists to Create in State Parks
What happens when you give an artist a cabin in a state park and a week to explore? North Dakota is ready to find out. Applications are open for the Artist in Residency program, a collaboration between the Parks & Recreation Department[...]
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Humanities North Dakota in limbo after loss of federal funding
Humanities North Dakota could be forced to close after learning Wednesday all of its federal grant funding was terminated. The nonprofit, which provides civics, arts and cultural education, relies on funding from the National Endowment for the Humanities to cover core operational[...]
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Art expo fundraiser to help Parkinson’s, mental health
What began as a heartfelt chat over coffee has turned into a vibrant evening of art, music, and purpose. _Be-the-cause-of-art_, founded by Holly Jacobs, shines a spotlight on Parkinson’s and mental health support through creativity and community. On April 14, The Depot[...]
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Louisville’s Mayor announces artist selected to produce first flood wall mural
Before visitors step into Louisville’s next chapter of Waterfront Park, they’ll first meet a story—painted in color, memory, and meaning. A once-blank floodwall at 10th and Rowan will become the city’s newest landmark, transformed by artist Laurie Blayney into a mural that[...]
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Meeting the Muse at the Edge of the Light: Poet Gary Snyder on Craftsmanship vs. Creative Force
Creativity is often seen as a gift or a burden—either a divine spark or an elusive muse that abandons us when we need it most. But poet and environmentalist Gary Snyder saw it differently. In his lifelong exploration of writing, Zen Buddhism,[...]
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Minot musician Chloe Raye releases new country single about growing up in the Midwest
Minot musician Chloe Raye has released her new country single, “Blame It On Where I Grew Up.” Within days, the song caught the ears of radio stations across the globe, showcasing her roots in North Dakota. Drawing inspiration from local landscapes, Raye[...]
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Luke Bryan Announced as Closing Act at 2025 NDSF
The North Dakota State Fair is ramping up excitement for its 2025 lineup, announcing that Luke Bryan will headline the Country Showpass on Saturday, July 26. Known for his energetic performances and a catalog featuring 31 number-one singles, Bryan is set to[...]
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Keep North Dakota Clean Contest Inspires Youth to Take Action Through Art and Media
North Dakota students have a chance to turn creativity into action with the 57th annual Keep North Dakota Clean (KNDC) contest. Open to PreK-8 students and those with special abilities, the contest challenges participants to create artwork promoting environmental stewardship, with winning[...]
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Watch: Rag Doll – Aerosmith (1920s Hot Jazz Cover) ft. Veronica Swift
Postmodern Jukebox (PMJ) presents a 1920s Hot Jazz cover of Aerosmith’s “Rag Doll,” featuring the debut of vocalist Veronica Swift. This rendition transforms the 1987 hit into a potential 1920s dance craze, showcasing Swift’s unique vocal talent. We’re fans of Postmodern Jukebox.[...]
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ND Senate bill to support towns of 8,500 people or fewer passes on to appropriations
Senate bill 2390 is shaping up to support small towns, specifically those with populations of 8,500 or fewer. The proposed legislation would establish a rural catalyst committee and a grant program, aiming to enhance community projects in areas like art, development, education,[...]