Blues on Belgrade
KMSU will support local and MN bands to perform and provide them additional exposure to their art. For FY21 KMSU will help to give bands and artistrs even more exposure by interviewing them on-air prior to the event. For FY21 KMSU will record some of the performances at the event for later broadcasts to provide the bands even more exposure and allow those who were unable to attend the event to be exposed to and benefit from the artist performances. Blues on Belgrade is an annual Blues and Jazz free community event held every year in late July on Belgrade Avenue in lower North Mankato.
$1,775,000 the first year and $1,700,00 the second year are to the Association of Minnesota Public Educational Radio Stations for production and acquisition grants in accordance with Minnesota Statutes section 129D.19.Of this amount, $75,000 the first year is for the Veterans' Voices program to educate and engage communities regarding veterans' contributions, knowledge, skills and experiences with an emphasis on Korean War veterans.
More Minnesotans of all ages, ethnicities, and incomes will have access to Minnesota art and music. There will be more locally focused content and Minnesota focused content produced and distributed by public radio showcasing Minnesota artists. This event will help arts and culture to thrive in Minnesota. This event will result in increased exposure to professional performing arts, and the work of professional artists.