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Nokomis McElroy stands for a portrait in Orange Mound. (Andrea Morales) Andrea Morales

From Stax Records to social media, two generations of Black arts leaders support the scene Read Article

While birthed in different eras, The Collective and The Memphis Black Arts Alliance face the similar strifes from combating generational poverty in disinvested communities and having to navigate and engage artists in a city where arts infrastructure is in its infancy.

Photo: Youth programming at the Memphis Black Arts Alliance. (MBAA)

Brandon Marshall painting a recent temporary mural at the Crosstown strip. Averell Mondie

Musical Heights: A neighborhood's forgotten role in the history of one of pop's most famous studios Read Article

In a nondescript store front on National Street, some of the 20th century's biggest music stars once worked. Discover the one-time Heights recording studio that played a major role in garage rock, soul, and heavy metal and laid the groundwork for one of Memphis' most enduring musical ...

Photo: Ardent recordings opened in 1966 at the intersection of National and Bayliss, catty corner from the Sweden Kream that still stands today.

The intersection of art and urban planning makes Memphis 3.0 a multimedia strategy Read Article

Three Memphis-based artists are engaged in the comprehensive Memphis 3.0 planning process. Through art, they engage with residents and bring down to the earth lofty urban planning concepts such as livability, connectivity and sustainability.

Photo: Alex Greene, Yancy Villa Calvo, and Neili Jones at the Urban Art Commission offices. (Houston Cofield)

Soulsville artists in residence combine creativity with community outreach Read Article

As the home of legendary Stax Records, Soulsville is known as Memphis' music-first neighborhood. As part of a unique artists-in-residency program, a muralist and filmmaker have moved into the neighborhood to encourage creativity among their neighbors.

Photo: Kalimah Abioto features a clip from her film “Vulnerable: Street Interviews” Rachel Warren

Opera Memphis awards first McCleave Fellowship to local director Read Article

Dennis Whitehead Darling is the inaugural fellow of the McCleave Project, an initiative of the opera company to bring a focus on diversity and inclusion to the genre.

Photo: Dennis Whitehead Darling is the inaugural fellow of the McCleave Project, an initiative of the opera company to bring a focus on diversity and inclusion to the genre.

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Dilettante Collection designer Tara Skelley offers her clothing for sale during opening night of The Lab’s trunk show

'The Lab' offers support for local fashion designers

Elle PerryFriday, August 26, 2016

FedEx Institute partners with Indie Memphis for Film Innovation Challenge

Friday, August 26, 2016

Source: University of Memphis

Innovation & Job News

New Memphis festival will celebrate wine, food and music

Emily Adams KeplingerFriday, August 19, 2016

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TED Talks return to Memphis this week

Amy HoytFriday, August 19, 2016

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eventy five middle and high school students from around Memphis took part in PRIZM Ensemble's largest summer camp festival to date at Shady Grove Presbyterian Church.

Community outreach through classical music

Elle PerryFriday, August 19, 2016

Best Burger Fest returns for fifth year

Friday, August 19, 2016

Source: Best Burger Fest

Development News

City of Memphis COO Doug McGowen enjoys a tailgating event at the law school's promenade.

Pop-up beer gardens to debut Downtown Friday night

Michael WaddellFriday, August 12, 2016

Partner Content

How affordable artist housing can help cultural communities "celebrate themselves"

Camille LeFevreFriday, August 12, 2016

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Beloved dive bar reopens under new management

Jeff HulettFriday, August 12, 2016

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Tonya Dyson goes over social media strategy with high school intern at Memphis Slim House

Making a career from making music

Elle PerryFriday, August 5, 2016

Development News

DMC expands creative grant program, selects first recipients

Michael WaddellThursday, July 28, 2016

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Stax helps bring diversity to museum careers

Elle PerryThursday, July 28, 2016

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Angel Street Choir Director Angela Hyde begins rehearsal with students in the program

Choir provides musical oasis for girls in North Memphis

Elle PerryThursday, July 21, 2016

American Songwriter showcases Memphis talent

Thursday, July 21, 2016

Source: American Songwriter

ArtsMemphis program receives esteemed national award

Friday, July 1, 2016

Source: ArtsMemphis

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Finding a stage: How venues impact the local music scene

J.D. ReagerThursday, June 30, 2016

Headliners announced for Rock for Love 10 benefit

Thursday, June 30, 2016

Source: Church Health Center

Memphis one of America's 'most affordable' travel destinations

Friday, June 24, 2016

Source: SmartAsset

Memphis photographer Eggleston and his daughter profiled by CBS

Friday, June 24, 2016

Source: CBS News

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Summer music engagements offer options for Memphis youth

Elle PerryFriday, June 10, 2016

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Memphis is a rich with authentic arts and culture assets. From the thriving music industry with deep roots in every important American genre to arts districts blossoming from Broad Avenue to Soulsville, Memphis' creative talents are not left in the history books. The city is home to a nationally acclaimed professional ballet company, opera and symphony orchestra and new galleries and collectives that are bringing the city's latest generation of artists into greater recognition.

Arts & Culture

From Stax Records to social media, two generations of Black arts leaders support the scene Read Article

Musical Heights: A neighborhood's forgotten role in the history of one of pop's most famous studios Read Article

The intersection of art and urban planning makes Memphis 3.0 a multimedia strategy Read Article

Soulsville artists in residence combine creativity with community outreach Read Article

Opera Memphis awards first McCleave Fellowship to local director Read Article

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