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Sing Play Learn with MacPhail®
Award-Winning Early Childhood Music Education Programming Designed for a child’s specific stage of development, each class encourages children to explore musical concepts and to experiment with new instruments. Your child …
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55+ MacPhail Music for Life™
Music Education & Creative Arts for Adults 55+ MacPhail Music for Life™ is an interactive music education and creative arts program that brings the many benefits of music into the …
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Artist in Residence 2022-23
Global Music Initiative Artist-in-Residence Program for Musicians & Music Educators Now in its third year, the GMI Artist-in-Residence Program offers multiple yearlong residencies at MacPhail Center for Music to foster …
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Project Amplify for K-12 Music Education
Inclusive Resources for K-12 Music Education in Minnesota Project Amplify is a grant-funded, music education initiative offered to Minnesota K-12 music classrooms at no charge to the school. The program …
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Tune Tools Transcript: Episode Two
RETURN TO THE PODCAST Krysta Rayford (00:29): Welcome to Tune Tools. Thanks for listening. This is made possible by Project Amplify, MacPhail Center for Music, and EMRA, Electronic Music Recording …
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Arianna Quartet plays Mendelssohn and Tchaikovsky
Madeline Island Chamber Music is pleased to present Arianna String Quartet in concert on Madeline Island. Arianna QuartetJohn McGrosso, violinJulia Sakharova, violinJoanna Mendoza, violaKurt Baldwin, cello Concert Program Quartet in E-flat Major, …
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Instrument Resources
MacPhail Instrument Resources Schmitt Music is a valued partner of MacPhail Center for Music and operates stores throughout the entire Midwest. Schmitt Music’s vision is the same today as it …Page
Artists in Residence 2021-22
Global Music Initiative Artists-in-Residence 2021-22 This activity is partially made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and …
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Group Classes
Join a group class at MacPhail today! We offer various ways to help you achieve your goals today and tomorrow. Whether you or a family member is just learning, amplifying …Page
Tune Tools Transcript: Episode One
Return to the podcast (00:25): Thanks for listening to Tune Tools, a project made possible by Project Amplify, MacPhail Center for Music, and EMRA, Electronic Music Recording Arts. (00:59): Welcome. …
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Musician Referral
Looking for high quality musicians to perform at your next special event? Browse the list below for solo artists and/or ensembles for hire. Solo Ensembles
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Brooklyn Rider plays Golijov and Schubert
Madeline Island Chamber Music is pleased to present Brooklyn Rider in concert on Madeline Island. Brooklyn RiderJohnny Gandelsman, violinColin Jacobsen, violinNicholas Cords, violaMichael Nicolas, cello Concert Program Tenebrae Osvaldo Golijov Quartet in …Event, Performance
Brooklyn Rider plays Azmeh, Roberts, and Beethoven (Live Streamed)
Madeline Island Chamber Music is pleased to present Brooklyn Rider in concert on Madeline Island. Brooklyn RiderJohnny Gandelsman, violinColin Jacobsen, violinNicholas Cords, violaMichael Nicolas, cello Concert Program Dabke On Martense Street Kinan …
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Browse the 2021Exhibit
Part of Something Bigger, a healing collage (2021) Thank you all for the amazing submissions contributed to the Healing Collage. Each and every single work is full of an abundance …
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Resources for Music Educators
These resources were contributed by Dr. Wendy Barden, Music Education Specialist at the Perpich Center for Arts Education. Music resources for distance learning PDFUpdated May 1, 2020
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Summer Camps
Get More Out of Summer! MacPhail summer music camps blend high-quality instruction from experienced, professional teaching artists with the fun and excitement of making music with other students who share …
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Learning with Music
A Program of Sing Play Learn with MacPhail® Learning with Music is an innovative, evidence-based music integration program developed to promote school readiness and self-regulation skills for young children. Beginning …
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Gabriela Díaz and André Díaz w/ Fellowship Young Artists
Works by Penderecki and Brahms Madeline Island Chamber Music is pleased to present violist Gabriela Díaz and cellist Andrés Díaz with the 2021 Fellowship String Quartets in concert on Madeline Island! Concert Program String Triowith Gabriela …
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Prairie Winds Quintet plays Piazzola and Szervansky
Madeline Island Chamber Music is pleased to present The Prairie Winds in concert on Madeline Island. The Prairie WindsJonathan, FluteSusan Warner, ClarinetLaura Griffiths, Oboe Fritz Foss, HornTimothy McGovern, Bassoon Concert Program Libertango Astor …
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American Quartet plays Beethoven and Ravel
Madeline Island Chamber Music is pleased to present American String Quartet in concert on Madeline Island. American QuartetPeter Winograd, violinLaurie Carney, violinDaniel Avshalomov, violaWolfram Koessel, cello Concert Program String Quartet No. 14 …
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New Faculty at MacPhail
The dedicated artists at MacPhail teach, write, record, and perform just about every style of music there is. Lessons are available for 35 instruments and voice, composition, songwriting, electronic music, …Event
Faculty Recital: A Vibrant Mix
A Vibrant Mix: an eclectic celebration of live music Program Catching Shadows by Ivan TrevinoWilliam Arnold, vibraphone and marimbaCheryl Berglund, marimbaPaul Babcock, drum set Losa by Emmanuel SejourneWilliam Arnold, vibraphone …
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Composition & Songwriting
Learn About Composition & Songwriting at MacPhail Interested in beginning, developing, or mastering your songwriting skills or compositional techniques? Instruction specifically designed for acoustic instruments or electronic platforms. Whether you …Page
GMI Pedagogical Advisory Committee
The PAC brings together predominantly BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color) music educators with expertise in music styles and related pedagogy from non-dominant cultures in and outside of the …
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MacPhail on Madeline Island: Musical Theater Retreat (55+)
If you love Broadway and desire an up-close look behind the velvet curtain at how performers work to create the magic of musical theater, then this immersive retreat is for …
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Asian Fusion: Gao Hong and Friends
Performer Bios Gao Hong Gao Hong graduated from Beijing’s elite Central Conservatory of Music. Since coming to the U.S., she has performed at the Lincoln Center Festival, Carnegie Hall, the …
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Julius Quartet Concert: A New Spring
Inspired by the emotionally contemplative “Heiliger Dankgesang…” of Ludwig van Beethoven, this program dives into the struggles of the internal vs. external, culminating in a triumphant expression of the human …Page
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Performance Archive
Front Row: MacPhail Performance Collection Welcome to MacPhail’s digital stage. As the largest center for music learning and performance in the country, it is MacPhail’s vision to provide students of …Event
Emerging Artists Quartet-in-Residence: Julius Quartet
2021 Emerging Artists Quartet-in-Residence and Fall Artist Residency is generously supported by Bob and Carolyn Nelson Madeline Island Chamber Music is pleased to present in concert the 2021 Emerging Artists Quartet-in-Residence, …Page
Tune Tools Transcript: Episode Three
RETURN TO THE PODCAST Krysta Rayford (00:11): Welcome. You are listening to Tune Tools, a podcast made possible by Project Amplify and MacPhail Center for Music. I am your host, …Event
MacPhail Faculty Recital
Program Ballerina 12/24 by Steve VaiFor the Love of God by Steve VaiJeff Lambert, guitar and electronics Play for Solo Oboe and Audience by Kelly VanemanI. SnapII. SingIII. StompCarrie Vecchione, …
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Browse the 2022 Exhibit
Be Part of Something Bigger, a Growth Collage (2022) The Virtual Exhibit: The virtual exhibit opens on Juneteenth (June 19). Check back often as submitted pieces will be added as they …Page
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Voice/Singing
Voice/Singing Lessons & Classes at MacPhail MacPhail’s believes that musicians (of all ages) can best develop their artistic potential in a supportive, non-judgmental and motivating musical environment. Offerings for voice …Event
Music of Our Time
Madeline Island Chamber Music is pleased to present in concert the 2021 Fellowship String Quartets at The Clubhouse on Madeline Island. These quartets will be performing repertoire they have been studying the …
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Andrea Leap
Andrea Leap has taught voice at MacPhail since 2005. Instructing musically advanced high school students and adults, she brings 20 years experience to Group, Individual Instruction, and MacPhail Music for …
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Madeline Island Chamber Music Emerging Artists Quartet-in-Residence: Ivalas Quartet
MacPhail Center for Music will host the Ivalas Quartet at MacPhail Minneapolis, October 23-30, as part of the Madeline Island Chamber Music Emerging Artists Quartet-in-Residence. This will be a special …
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Strings
String Instrument Lessons & Classes at MacPhail MacPhail provides instruction in Violin, Viola, Cello, Harp, Double Bass, Fiddle, and Gayageum through individual lessons, group classes, ensembles, and orchestras. Founded in …
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Diversity is inherent in music and essential to its future. As the largest community music school in the nation, MacPhail Center for Music has a responsibility to create real and …
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Ivalas Quartet
MacPhail Center for Music is proud to present the Ivalas Quartet in concert as part of a week-long residency made possible by the Madeline Island Chamber Music, a program of …
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Bluegrass Rhapsody
This program features contemporary compositions and poems by creators of diverse backgrounds. MacPhail's virtuoso string players and guest narrator, poet Anthony Ceballos, share the stage as they weave a narrative …Page
Media & Press
Facebook Twitter YouTube Instagram Talk to the music experts for your next story. MacPhail Center for Music has the reputation for delivering the highest quality music education. Experimenting, testing, trying …Event
MacPhail Faculty Recital
Featuring works by Carvajal - Gomez, Debussy, Poulenc and Joni Mitchell, MacPhail's Faculty Recital has something for everyone. Come experience these musical stylings by MacPhail faculty. Recital Program Suite Caribeana …
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Requiem for Frankie Silver – Orpheus Music Project
Genesis: Requiem for Frankie Silver is a new musical dramatization of the true story of Frances Stewart Silver, (1815-33) an eighteen-year-old mother, who was the first woman convicted and hanged by …
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MacPhail on Madeline Island: Adult Strings Retreat
Are you an adult string player and a nature enthusiast? Yes? Then the Adult Strings Retreat on Madeline Island is for you! During this retreat, adult recreational string players will …
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Piano
Piano Lessons & Classes at MacPhail MacPhail offers private lessons or group instruction for piano, keyboards, and harpsichord. All ages and skill levels. Lessons and classes are available at five …
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Woodwinds
Woodwind Lessons & Classes at MacPhail MacPhail offers individualized instruction on Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, and Saxophone. MacPhail’s believes that musicians (of all ages) can best develop their artistic potential in …Page
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Financial Aid Applications for all MacPhail Center for Music metro sites and online (Apple Valley, Chanhassen, Minneapolis, White Bear Lake, and Online) as well as for Austin, MN for the …
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Ensembles & Performance Groups
Join an Ensemble or Performance Group at MacPhail MacPhail is committed to offer opportunities to practice and perform in groups ranging from duos to orchestras for students of all levels …
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Spotlight Series – Translucent Beauty
https://youtu.be/IysEmY587mY Program Bach: Suite for solo cello #5, c-minor Rebecca Merblum, cello Margaret Brouwer: Sonata for Horn and Piano Mike Alexander, hornMiryana Moteva, piano Electronic soundscapes/keyboard improv Michael Cain Performers …
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Choirs
Choirs at MacPhail Center for Music Provide group music training, education, and performance opportunities to inspire and encourage excellent musicianship. Offerings include both auditioned and open opportunities.
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Madelyn Herbrand
Madelyn Herbrand joined the MacPhail faculty in 2020 as a Music Therapist in the Music Therapy and MacPhail Music for Life™ departments, focusing on guitar, piano, ukulele, and voice. Madelyn …
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About MacPhail
Our Mission The Mission of MacPhail Center for Music is to Transform lives and strengthen communities through inspirational music learning experiences. Why MacPhail? We’re committed to sharing our expertise in …
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Brass
Brass Lessons & Classes at MacPhail MacPhail offers individualized lessons on Trumpet/Cornet, Trombone, Tuba/Euphonium, and French Horn in different styles. Our faculty are experts and bring decades of professional experience …
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Yue Wu
Yue Wu (Wu) joined the MacPhail faculty in 2016 as a board certified Music Therapist, and worked in both Music Therapy Department and MacPhail Music for Life™. She graduated from …
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MacPhail K-12@Home
Live, Online Music Education Designed Specially for K-12 Students Offered at No Cost for Families Originally developed in response to the switch from in-person to online eLearning, MacPhail Center for …
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Making Music for Film & TV
A Composer's Roundtable Discussion Join us online for an insider's look into the process of creating music for film and television. The panel brings together three professional film/tv composers and …
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Guitar
Guitar Lessons & Classes at MacPhail: MacPhail offers acoustic, classical, and electric guitar, mandolin, ukulele, and electric bass lessons for students of all ages and skill levels.Page
McKnight Fellowships
About the McKnight Fellowships for Musicians Eligibility Please read carefully. Applicants who do not meet the following criteria and expectations will not be considered and should not apply. Application Guidelines & Requirements …Event
An Evening of Sondheim Songs
Genesis: This program is a collaboration between MacPhail faculty, MacPhail students and community artists. It reflects MacPhail’s commitment to push educational boundaries and cultivate community as it creatively moves from …Event
P2: Music for Two Pianos and Percussion by Bartók and Zivkovic
MacPhail faculty member, Miryana Moteva and guest artists Anna Keiserman, Fernando Meza, Adam Rappel and Erich Rieppel perform piano and percussion works, featuring Sonata for Two Pianos and Percussion by …Event
An Evening of Sondheim Songs – MacPhail Austin
Genesis: This program is a collaboration between MacPhail faculty, MacPhail students and community artists. It reflects MacPhail’s commitment to push educational boundaries and cultivate community as it creatively moves from …
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Mark Burnett
Mark Burnett joined MacPhail’s Music Therapy faculty in 2019. His practice and approach to music and music therapy is centered around the individual experience with a focus on happiness. This …Austin - Spring 2023
Music Therapy
Spring Music Therapy Individual – Austin
About MacPhail Music Therapy: Our team of Board-Certified Music Therapists are here to provide you with an individualized music therapy experience. Each of our music therapists have experience providing music …Per 30 minute session
$29.38
White Bear Lake - Spring 2023
Music Therapy
Spring Music Therapy Individual – White Bear Lake
About MacPhail Music Therapy: Our team of Board-Certified Music Therapists are here to provide you with an individualized music therapy experience. Each of our music therapists have experience providing music …Per 30 minute session
$49.50
Chanhassen - Spring 2023
Music Therapy
Spring Music Therapy Individual – Chanhassen
About MacPhail Music Therapy: Our team of Board-Certified Music Therapists are here to provide you with an individualized music therapy experience. Each of our music therapists have experience providing music …Per 30 minute session
$49.50
Apple Valley - Spring 2023
Music Therapy
Spring Music Therapy Individual – Apple Valley
About MacPhail Music Therapy: Our team of Board-Certified Music Therapists are here to provide you with an individualized music therapy experience. Each of our music therapists have experience providing music …Per 30 minute session
$49.50
Minneapolis - Spring 2023
Music Therapy
Spring Music Therapy Individual – Minneapolis
About MacPhail Music Therapy: Our team of Board-Certified Music Therapists are here to provide you with an individualized music therapy experience. Each of our music therapists have experience providing music …Per 30 minute session
$49.50
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Sounds and Words of Healing
This Spotlight performance showcases the poetry of Rosetta Peters as the performers explore the poignant theme of overcoming loss & trauma and the healing power of music and the arts. …
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Jane Tate
Jane Tate, MT-BC, has been teaching in the Sing Play Learn with MacPhail® program since 2016. She has taught in various departments at MacPhail including School Partnerships and Group Instruction. …Performance
Spotlight Series – In the Moment
Program La Valse by Maurice Ravel Seven Spanish Folk Songs by Manuel de Falla (transcription for two pianos by A. Bubelnikov)Armenian Rhapsody by Arutunian and BabajanianIrina Elkina, pianoJulia Elkina piano …
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Prelude: Singer-Actor Lab
Prelude gives students a stage to develop the skills, language, and confidence needed to prepare for the challenges of the performing arts. Prelude helps students prepare for a career in …
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Melissa Wenszell
Melissa Wenszell, MacPhail Music Therapy Co-Founder, Senior Music Therapist, joined MacPhail Center for Music in 2001 as a board certified Music Therapist, becoming director in 2008. She earned a Master of …
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2022 Music Matters Luncheon
Music Matters Luncheon Returns Live Music Matters Registration is now closed. We can’t wait to see you and share our program! Need help? Contact Lisa Salzl via email or call 612-767-5327. Important …
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Isaac Rohr
Isaac Rohr (he/they) is an artist, beatmaker, and mixing and mastering engineer teaching in MacPhail’s EMRA program. Isaac has spent his life studying, performing and creating: electronic music, jazz, classical new …Page
Foundations, Corporations, & Government Giving
Foundations, Corporations, & Government Giving at MacPhail MacPhail is grateful to the foundations, corporations, and government sources that generously support our mission. These donors share our belief in the importance …Event
Spotlight Series – The Space Where Words Fail
Program New soundtrack by MacPhail's EMRA department Performers Asha Belk, photographer Asha is a successful event and food photographer in the Twin Cities (and MacPhail collaborator), and she has a …Event
MacPhail Spotlight Series: 1,000 Years of Sacred Songs
An Evening at The Basilica of St. Mary "I am so thrilled that we can continue this unique collaboration between MacPhail and the Basilica of St. Mary. What's more, for …
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Willow Brae
Irish and Scottish music on harp and wind instruments. Andrea Stern - Celtic harpLaura MacKenzie – wooden flutes, whistles, concertina, Scottish smallpipes, Border greatpipes, voice Laura MacKenzie and Andrea Stern …Minneapolis - Summer 2023
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NMT Training Institute for Students
The Academy of Neurologic Music Therapy International Training Institutes in NMT at MacPhail Center for Music August 24-27, 2023 This training is open to music therapy students and allied health …Tuition
$500.00
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Individual Lessons
MacPhail provides music lessons and classes for 30+ instruments and voice. Offering piano, guitar, percussion, strings, and brass lessons in Minnesota or online.
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Concerto & Aria Concert, Part 2
MacPhail Concerto & Aria Concert is the premiere student performance event at MacPhail. Performers undergo two rounds of competitive auditions in order to be selected for the final concert. This …
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Stephanie Kimmes
Stephanie Kimmes joined the MacPhail Music Therapy department in 2012. She has a passion for using music to help individuals meet their musical and non-musical goals. Stephanie provides client centered …
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Barbara Cohen
Barbara Cohen is an accomplished singer/songwriter, composer, multi-instrumentalist, and producer whose work embraces a variety of genres—from folk to trip-hop, electronica, world, and modern-classical music. Her career as a recording …
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Jazz Festival Workshop with Emmet Cohen & Bruce Harris
Clinic featuring Emmet Cohen (ft Bruce Harris) Emmet Cohen Emmet Cohen Multifaceted American jazz pianist and composer Emmet Cohen is in the vanguard of hisgeneration's advancement of music and the …
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Autumn Zander
Autumn Zander, piano, joined the MacPhail faculty in 2012 and has been teaching for over 18 years. She enjoys working with students of all ages and abilities. With the Frances …
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Faculty Recital: Think Globally, Play Locally I
Program Printable PDF Recorded in Antonello Hall, Released on MacPhail’s Performance Archive and Facebook Live Friday, March 26th, 2021, 7pm Soojin Lee, gayageum Jacqueline Ultan, cello “Miryang Arirang” by Jung, …Event
2023 Concerto & Aria Concert
MacPhail Concerto & Aria Concert is the premiere student performance event at MacPhail. Performers undergo competitive auditions to be selected for the final concert. The concert features soloists in performance with …Minneapolis - Summer 2023
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NMT Training Institute for MT-BCs & Allied Professionals
The Academy of Neurologic Music Therapy International Training Institutes in NMT at MacPhail Center for Music August 24-27, 2023 This training is open to allied professionals who are interested in …Tuition
$675.00
MacPhail Live Online - Spring 2023
MacPhail Music For Life 55+
Unwrapping Music – ONLINE: Protest Music
Music has always had the power to join people together in a cause – to the point where even powerful governments like our own have banned particular songs out of …Tuition
$140.00
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Sonomento: Pax et Lux (Peace and Light)
MacPhail’s SONOMENTO, conducted by Craig Fields, presents a choral/orchestral concert “PAX et LUX” - Peace and Light - featuring two inspiring works: Ralph Vaughan Williams DONA NOBIS PACEM (Grant Us …
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Timothy De Prey
Timothy De Prey is the Director of Individual Instruction and Piano Instructor at MacPhail Center for Music since 1997. Timothy is often referred to as a “fixture” at MacPhail as …
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Krysta Rayford
Krysta “K. Raydio” Rayford is an Electronic Music Teacher in MacPhail’s EMRA program. A Teaching Artist for the past 10 years, she has taught classes/workshops for Minneapolis Public Schools, Kulture Klub …
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Jeanie Brindley-Barnett
Jeanie Brindley-Barnett is Co-Founder and Senior teaching artist of MacPhail Music for Life™, a pioneering music program for adults 55+. She is a respected leader in the field of arts …
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Michael Cain
After moving to New York in 1990, Cain became a first call pianist, working with drum legend Jack DeJohnette for nine years, as well as Dave Holland, Steps Ahead, Ravi …
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2023 Music Matters Luncheon
Thank you to our 2023 Music Matters sponsors! Platinum Level Sponsors Gold Level Sponsors Silver Level Sponsors Bronze Level Sponsors Music Matters Frequently Asked Questions How much do luncheon tickets …Minneapolis - Summer 2023
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NMT Fellowship Training
The Academy of Neurologic Music Therapy International Training Institutes in NMT at MacPhail Center for Music August 23, 2023 The NMT Fellowship is for MT-BC’s (or the equivalent) who have …Tuition
$375.00
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MacPhail Austin Piano Festival – Spotlight on Big Faz Concert
Five musical offerings, including performances, and creative workshops will be presented from October 7-9, 2022. Performers VICTORIA EBEL-SABO Composer, pianist, teacher Victoria is a published composer and was named “Composer …
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Community Partnerships
MacPhail Center for Music in the Community MacPhail creates innovative, customized programs tailored to meet the unique needs of diverse partners. Currently, 8,630 students and clients are served through community …Event
MacPhail Austin Piano Festival – Creative Workshops
Five musical offerings, including performances, and creative workshops will be presented from October 7-9, 2022. Performers VICTORIA EBEL-SABO Composer, pianist, teacher Victoria is a published composer and was named “Composer …Page
Leadership & Staff
The MacPhail Leadership & Staff Team The MacPhail Center for Music Leadership and Staff Team is made up of artists, administrators, and trade professionals dedicated to our students, faculty and …Event
MacPhail Austin Piano Festival – Master Class & Composition Performance Class
Five musical offerings, including performances, and creative workshops will be presented from October 7-9, 2022. Performers VICTORIA EBEL-SABO Composer, pianist, teacher Victoria is a published composer and was named “Composer …Page
Policies
MacPhail Policies Individual & Suzuki Instruction Fall and Spring Withdrawal Before the 4thlesson of the semester: Students must provide written (or email) notice of withdrawal and refund requests to the Student …
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MacPhail Spotlight Series: A Tale of Three Cities
This virtual MacPhail Spotlight Series concert showcases three cities from around the world and features two international MacPhail teaching artists, plus video capture from four different filmmakers collaborating remotely. A …
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Katrina Mundinger
Katrina Mundinger is a multi-instrumentalist whose focus is the clarinet. Trained classically, she earned Bachelor of Music and Master of Music degrees in Clarinet Performance from Oberlin Conservatory and Northwestern …
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David Kozisek
At MacPhail, David teaches in the Voice Department and in Online School Partnerships. He is also the Assistant Director of the Giving Voice Chorus. David Kozisek, voice, joined the MacPhail …
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Madeline Island Chamber Music
Madeline Island Chamber Music, A Program of MacPhail MICM offers students considerable opportunities for group learning and music-making in a breathtaking island setting. Madeline Island Chamber Music is devoted to …
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Free Family Music Series
A free, family event for music-loving families and those who want to explore music for the first time! The centerpiece of this series is a live concert. Before and after …Madeline Island - Summer 2023
MacPhail Music For Life 55+
MMFL Music Theater Retreat on Madeline Island: Aug 1-4
If you love Broadway and desire an up-close look behind the velvet curtain at how performers work to create the magic of musical theater, then this immersive retreat is for …Tuition
$1,150.00
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James Dillon and Friends at MacPhail
A special conversation presented by 113 Composers Collective & MacPhail's EMRA (Electronic Music Recording Arts) This special event will include excerpts and demonstrate unique performance techniques from some of the …
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Gail Olszewski
Gail Olszewski piano, harpsichord and chamber music instructor. There is no doubt that after 40+ years of teaching, Gail loves music so much, that her hope is to pass along …
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Beginning Group Classes
MacPhail Beginning Group Classes Spring 2023 There’s a musician in you just waiting to get out. MacPhail offers beginner-level group classes for people that want to try something new. These …
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Jeremy Hanson
Jeremy Hanson teaches individual and group piano, theory and composition. He is also an instructor in MacPhail’s summer piano camps. He began teaching piano in 1999 and joined MacPhail in 2004. He enjoys …
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Percussion & Drum Set
Percussion Lessons & Classes at MacPhail MacPhail offers individualized instruction for Drum Set, Marimba, Vibraphone, Snare Drum, Band/Orchestra Percussion, and Hand Percussion We offer individual instruction, shared lessons, group classes, …
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Nora Paoli
Nora Paoli joined the MacPhail faculty in 2006 as a teacher in the Sing Play Learn and Community Partnerships departments. In 2017 she joined the MacPhail Music for Life™ department. …
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Brent Platta
Brent Platta has been teaching with the School Partnerships department at MacPhail since 2015. His previous experiences in music education include teaching instrumental music with Eden Prairie Schools in Eden …
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2021 Music Matters Luncheon
On May 6 MacPhail held its largest fundraising event of the year. Music Matters was a powerful and inspirational program that brought people together virtually to celebrate the transformational power …
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Angela Crofoot
Angela Crofoot has been a teacher in the Sing Play Learn with MacPhail® department for more than fifteen years. She teaches Music for Baby, Music for Preschoolers, and Music for …
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Giving
Give the Gift of Music At MacPhail, we care deeply about music. We believe that to live our fullest, richest lives, music is essential. As a nonprofit organization, your generosity …Performance
Music of Our Time
This thrilling concert from Madeline Island Chamber Music features diverse voices in classical music today. Outstanding musicians from the 2022 Fellowship String Quartet Program provide insights and demonstrations, in addition …
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A Tribute to Peter Ostroushko: Mandolin & Guitar Concert
with Richard Kriehn and Dean Magraw Join Richard Kriehn and Dean Magraw for a mandolin and guitar concert honoring the life and music of Peter Ostroushko. June 5 at 2 pm in Antonello Hall …Page
Planned Giving
Planned Giving at MacPhail Your generosity and foresight can leave a legacy for decades to come, sharing music education opportunities and benefiting future students of MacPhail Center for Music. Donors …
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KidFest!
Sing Play Learn with MacPhail® Free Family Concerts presents: Chione Join us for a captivating musical performance by Chione Quintet based on Twin Cities author Ka Vang’s Shoua and the Northern …
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Krystal Stark
Krystal Stark is an educator, musician, and conductor whose philosophy is creating life-long music makers. She is the artistic director of Calliope Women's Chorus and teaches piano, violin, and voice …
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Free Family Music Series: The Paper Clips
Sing Play Learn with MacPhail® Free Family Music Series presents: The Paper Clips The Paper Clips combine the soulful melodies and exciting rhythms of Motown with the power of the …
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Rie Tanaka
Rie Tanaka teaches piano to all ages and levels. She is currently an instructor of piano at Macalester College, Mount Olivet School of Music, and MacPhail. Prior, Ms. Tanaka's teaching …Page
K-12 School Partnerships
MacPhail provides customized and innovative music education programs for K-12 schools. About K-12 School Partnerships MacPhail School Partnerships enrich the lives of students by providing unrivaled in person or live online instruction in tandem …
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Caitlin Lucic
Caitlin Lucic has taught at MacPhail since 2013. She is a Sing, Play, Learn with MacPhail®, School Partnerships, and MacPhail Music for Life™ instructor. She utilizes The Kodály Method and …
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Sheridan Zuther
Sheridan Zuther grew up on the central prairie plains of North Dakota and as soon as she could talk, started singing in her farm’s concrete silo and climbed up bales …
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Suzuki Talent Education
The MacPhail Suzuki Program One of the largest and most established Suzuki programs in the country and one of the only places to offer comprehensive Suzuki lessons in Minnesota! MacPhail …
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Sue Ruby
Sue Ruby, piano teacher, makes every effort to put her students first, matching her teaching style to their learning style. Her curriculum and approach are flexible, individual and vary based …
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Sarah Hruska Olson
For Sarah Hruska Olson, her earliest experience working in an early childhood setting was volunteering in her mom’s Head Start classroom when she was in middle school. Following in her mother’s …
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Chi-Chi Bestmann
Chi-Chi Lin Bestmann MNYO (MacPhail North Youth Orchestra) Artistic Director & conductor. Viola/violin and orchestral conducting faculty in MacPhail’s Individual Instruction and School Partnerships programs since 2018. She holds over 25 …
Event
Unison Piano Duo Performance and Master Class
2:00 PM performance (repertoire features works by J.C. Bach, Dave Brubeck, and Witold Lutoslawski)3:00 PM Piano Master Class Link for live-stream: https://macphail.zoom.us/j/96960417079?pwd=eUsrWVFNMkhFTE1LSnM1U2VzOVZLdz09 Unison Piano Duo Luther College piano faculty members …
Faculty
Lou Ann Henderson
Lou Ann Henderson came to the MacPhail Music for Life™ program after having taught as an elementary music specialist for 33 years. Lou Ann is passionate about bringing the joy …
Lessons & Classes Category
Electronic Music Recording Arts (EMRA)
Electronic Music Recording Arts at MacPhail How Do You Hear the World? EMRA’s approach is to provide students with the tools and techniques to help create, produce and realize musical …
Lessons & Classes Category
Suzuki Summer Institute
Suzuki Guitar & Piano Institute July 24-28, 2023 The Suzuki Institute offers masterclasses, group classes and performance opportunities for piano and guitar students, as well as training sessions for teachers. Students experience musical growth …
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Events Information & Calendar
Events & Performances at MacPhail We believe music has the power to transform, inspire, heal, and create community. Each year, MacPhail presents more than 400 concerts and events at our …
Event
Cello Master Class: David Carter
Cellist David Carter, Professor of Music at St. Olaf, holds degrees from the University of Minnesota, Indiana University and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His principal cello teachers include …
Faculty
Marshall Yoes
Marshall Yoes, MT-BC, is currently completing his masters degree in Music Therapy from the University of Minnesota and completed his clinical internship at Park Nicollet Health Services. He has experience …Performance
Concerto & Aria Concert, Part 1
MacPhail Concerto & Aria Concert is the premiere student performance event at MacPhail. Performers undergo two rounds of competitive auditions in order to be selected for the final concert. This …
Faculty
Soojin Lee
Dr. Soojin Lee is a professional performer on the gayageum (a traditional Korean string instrument) and teaches gayageum, Korean drumming, piano, and general music. She began teaching at MacPhail in 2017 …
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