Community Arts and a New Music Series | Megan Barrett, MadCoArts | Bridging the Gap

<p>Welcome to Bridging the Gap, the Madison County Chamber of Commerce podcast. In this episode, Sarah sits down with Megan Barrett of the Madison County Foundation for Community Arts. Megan shares how the foundation promotes music, dance, theater, film, and more across Madison County, why strong arts opportunities matter alongside sports and recreation, and how a new community concert series is about to launch.In this episode, we cover:- What the Madison County Foundation for Community Arts does across disciplines- Megan&#39;s path from music teacher to foundation board member- Why arts access matters for kids and adults who are not drawn to sports- Three $1,000 scholarships for seniors in theater, music, and dance- Past sponsorships at the Iowa Theater, Plein Air Festival, and Covered Bridge Festival- The new Madison County Community Series opening September 13- Fred Gazo Quintet, Vox Infinitus, silent film with live orchestra, and Capital City Winds- Familiar venues: Iowa Theater and the Warehouse on Second- $20 tickets and a $75 four show season pass- Membership, gifts of tickets, and how live art builds local friendshipsWhether you already love live music or just want a fresh night out in Madison County, this conversation shows how community arts make Winterset and the surrounding towns a place people want to visit, live, and create.Learn more &amp; connect:- Madison County Foundation for Community Arts: https://madcoarts.org/- Madison County Chamber: https://madisoncounty.comIf you enjoyed this episode, like, comment, and subscribe. Share it with a neighbor who could use a night of live music close to home.Thanks for supporting the people and businesses that make Madison County home.#MadisonCountyIA #WintersetIowa #SupportLocal #CommunityHeritage #Podcast #CommunityArts #MadCoArts #LiveMusic #IowaTheater #LocalArts #IowaPodcast</p>