State Music Festival Information
MSHSAA State Music Festival
April 30-May 2, 2026
Mizzou is proud to host the Missouri State High School Activities Association State Music (MSHSAA) Festival which brings thousands of talented high school students to our campus for adjudication on their musical performances. Volunteers are needed to fill more than 125 monitor positions each day to help this event run smoothly.
See below for volunteer information, as well as information specific to the University of Missouri campus. As the organizing body, the MSHSAA webpage for music activities should be referenced for all other festival details.
Register by April 15!
Mizzou is proud to host the Missouri State High School Activities Association State Music (MSHSAA) Festival which brings thousands of talented high school students to our campus for adjudication on their musical performances. Volunteers are needed to fill more than 125 monitor positions each day to help this event run smoothly.
Morning shifts are 7:30 a.m.-noon
Afternoon shifts are 12:30-5 p.m.
Two-hour shifts also available upon request!
Questions?
Contact Brooke Danielsen:
danielsenb@missouri.edu
573.882.3439
How do I sign up for MU Alert?
Visitors to the MU campus are encouraged to sign up for MU Alert while on campus. The sign-up process is quick and you can opt out at any time. MU Alert is only used only for emergencies that may affect your health and safety.
Where do I park on the MU campus?
There are many parking options on campus and throughout the downtown area. Visitor parking details coming soon.
Parking is free in university parking structures on Saturdays, including May 3, with the exception of reserved and restricted spaces which are enforced 24/7.
Where do the events take place?
State Music Festival performances are scheduled in Memorial Union, Tate Hall, Fine Arts Building, Ellis Auditorium, Stewart Hall, and Sinquefield Music Center - all centrally located around Lowry Mall.
Map coming soon!
If you are unsure where and when a performance is to occur, a MSHSAA representative will be located in the main lobby of Memorial Union North with the complete schedule of events.
Where is Lost & Found?
Non-music lost & found items (e.g., water bottles, clothing items) will be taken to the Memorial Union North help desk (573-884-8793). Sheet music or instruments will be taken to the MSHSAA headquarters located in Stotler Lounge in Memorial Union North (573-875-4880).
Where can I eat?
There are many eateries on campus and throughout the downtown area. MU School of Music organizations also sell food on Lowry Mall. Please note that all MU Campus Dining locations are cashless and only accept Apple Pay, Google Pay, credit cards, and debit cards.
Can I listen to MU School of Music performances while I am on campus?
Yes! Several ensembles will perform during the lunch break (12:00-1:00 PM) each day on Lowry Mall.