Live Music Showcase-KRPR
In FY20, KRPR will use Legacy funds to purchase the equipment and build the studio needed for this project. In FY21, KRPR will produce a total of 12 monthly 30-minute programs that will feature local area bands and musicians. The show will give the artists the opportunity to perform on-air and will include interviews with the musicians as well providing them with significantly more exposure for their music.
$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.
Increased exposure of music by local bands and musicians. More Minnesotans of all ages, ethnicities, and incomes will have have access to Minnesota art and music. An increase in the number of local artists who have their work showcased through public broadcasting. There will be more locally focused content and Minnesota focused content produced and distributed by public radio showcasing Minnesota artists.
Achieved proposed outcomes
$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.
Increased exposure of music by local bands and musicians. More Minnesotans of all ages, ethnicities, and incomes will have have access to Minnesota art and music. An increase in the number of local artists who have their work showcased through public broadcasting. There will be more locally focused content and Minnesota focused content produced and distributed by public radio showcasing Minnesota artists.
Achieved proposed outcomes