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The Minot Symphony Association has been awarded a grant through the Minot Area Community Foundation to upgrade the livestream technology in Ann Nicole Nelson Hall at Minot State University. Patrons are encouraged to test out the new system with a complementary livestream ticket this Saturday at 3 p.m., according to information provided by the Symphony.

The Minot Area Community Foundation Evelyn Sampson and Mike and Dorothy Dolan funds awarded $15,000 to the Minot Symphony Association for the purchase and installation of two remote controlled HD camera’s and a TriCaster system, which will allow a single operator to control the cameras from the AV booth in Ann Nicole Nelson Hall at Minot State University.

“Through the COVID-19 pandemic, we have attempted to continue enriching life for the people of this area even for those not comfortable attending in person events by offering livestream performances. This new state-of-the-art system will allow the MSO and many other community organizations the opportunity to expand the reach of arts in rural North Dakota and beyond. The arts make people happy and we all want happy people in our community!” said Ellen Fenner, Minot Symphony Association executive director.

To experience the new HD multi-camera system, patrons can enjoy a complementary ticket to this Saturday’s livestream performance, “Twist and Shout,” family concert at home. To receive a complementary ticket visit Twist & Shout Family Concert: Sat, Feb 5, 2022 (eventgroove.com). Tickets must be acquired prior to the 3 p.m. performance. A private digital link will be sent via email.

“The Division of Performing Arts at Minot State University is extraordinarily grateful to the Minot Area Community Foundation for their support. Ann Nicole Nelson Hall has long been home to arts events that distinguish Minot among similarly sized communities. The new cameras and streaming technology will allow us to reach audiences from farther away, serving rural ND and beyond, with a more complete picture of each event,” said Erik Anderson, chair of the Division of Performing Arts and professor of cello and bass at MSU. “For the many education concerts, Minot Symphony Orchestra events, Western Plains Opera productions, community music ensembles, and so many guests of Ann Nicole Nelson Hall, this is truly a gift to the greater Minot area.”