Entrepreneurial Musical Artist in Residence

The MSU Federal Credit Union Entrepreneurial Musical Artist in Residence program (EMAR) was created in 2019 thanks to the generosity of the Michigan State University Federal Credit Union (MSUFCU). This signature program focuses on entrepreneurship in the musical arts and brings to MSU College of Music students an opportunity to learn from and network with successful and progressive artists during multiple-day residencies. Thanks to the support of MSUFCU, the College of Music Running Start program creates immersive experiences where students can learn from artists and thought leaders whose innovative careers are redefining relationships between musicians, communities, the music industry, and audiences.

Upcoming EMAR Artists:

Dal Niente | September 2026

~Nois Quartet | February 2027

Previous EMAR Artists:

Ryan McKinny | April 2026

Newfound Chamber Winds | February 2026

American Modern Ensemble | October 2025

Alecia Lawyer | February 2025

Time for Three | January 2025

Tambuco Percussion Ensemble | November 2024

NOW Ensemble | March 2024

Infusion Baroque | February 2024

Kaia String Quartet | October 2023

Imani Winds | March 2023

~Nois Quartet | October 2022

Sō Percussion | February 2022

The Westerlies | November 2021