Classes and Group Lessons, Spring 2010
How to Get Started
• Peruse the classes and their course descriptions.
• Select a class that interests you - check for prerequisite requirements.
• Contact Student Services at 612.321.0100 to register.
• If you have any questions regarding classes, contact Melissa Falb, Director of Group Instruction, at 612.767.5438.
Music Plus! Discount on classes if someone in your family is enrolled in at least five hours of Individual or Suzuki Instruction
Create Your Own Group Lesson
Grab some friends and take some lessons! Studying music lessons in groups can be a great way to get started on an instrument and have some fun while you’re learning. MacPhail offers lessons for groups of 2, 3, or 4 students on all instruments and voice listed in our catalog. Simply organize your group by selecting an instrument or voice and decide which days and times are most convenient for you. After a brief placement interview, your group will be placed with one of our expert teaching artists. All students will need to supply their own instrument for lessons and at-home practice.
16 weeks, 60 minute lessons
2 students $616 per student or
45 minute lessons for $462 per student
3 students $372 per student
4 students $372 per student
Classes for Children under 8 years old
Create Your Own Group Lesson
Grab some friends and take some lessons! Studying musiclessons in groups can be a great way to get started on an instrument and have some fun while you’re learning. MacPhail offers lessons for groups of 2, 3, or 4 students on all instruments and voice listed in our catalog. Simply organize your group by selecting an instrument or voice and decide which days and times are most convenient for you. After a brief placement interview, your group will be placed with one of our expert teaching artists. All students will need to supply their own instrument for lessons and at-home practice.
16 weeks, 60 minute lessons
2 students $616 per student or
45 minute lessons for $462 per student
3 students $372 per student
4 students $372 per student
Piano for Children – 1st Semester
Tuition $365 ($24.34 per class)
Ages 5–6
Instructors: Jennifer Osterman
Through games, singing, movement, listening and composition, small groups of children will learn basic piano skills and musicianship. You are involved in your child’s learning process through an orientation session, observations and printed lesson summaries. Children must be in kindergarten or first grade and have an instrument at home for practicing. Students must purchase materials for class: “My First Piano Adventures for the Young Beginner”by Nancy and Randall Faber, Lesson & Writing Book A.
Apple Valley
Saturdays 9:00 a.m.
Next step: Piano for Children Summer Semester
Piano for Children – 2nd Semester
Tuition $365 ($24.34 per class)
Ages 5–6
Instructors: Melissa Falb, Emily Jahr, Jeremy Hanson, Ling-YaWang
Through games, singing, movement, listening and composition, small groups of children will learn basic piano skills and musicianship. You are involved in your child’s learning process through an orientation session, observations and printed lesson summaries. Children must be in kindergarten or first grade and have an instrument at home for practicing. Students must purchase materials for class: “My First Piano Adventures for the Young Beginner”by Nancy and Randall Faber, Lesson & Writing Book B.
Prerequisite: Piano for Children – 1st Semester
15 week session begins week of February 1, 2010
Classes are 55 minutes long and meet once per week
Minneapolis
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White Bear Lake
Tuesdays 6:30 p.m.
Next step: Piano for Children Summer Semester
Continuing Piano for Children – 2nd Semester
Tuition $365 ($24.34 per class)
Ages 6–7
Instructors: Melissa Falb
Don’t let your child forget what they have learned in Piano for Children. Continuing Piano for Children will focus on developing music reading skills on both the treble and bass clefs. Games, movement, rhythm and listening will be incorporated to strengthen the children’s piano playing skills.
Prerequisite: Continuing Piano for Children – 1st Semester
15 week session begins February 2, 2010
Classes are 55 minutes long and meet once per week
Minneapolis
Tuesdays 5:00 p.m.
Next step: Continuing Piano for Children Summer Semester
Music Tree II
Tuition $365 ($24.34 per class)
Ages 7–8
Instructors: Emily Jahr
The Music Tree II offers students from the beginning Music Tree a chance to continue their piano instruction in a group setting. Students will continue to expand their music reading skills while they develop a relaxed piano technique, focusing on playing with both hands simultaneously.
Prerequisite: Music Tree: Beginning Piano or consent of the instructor
15 week session begins February 6, 2010
Classes are 55 minutes long and meet once per week
Minneapolis
Saturdays 12:00 p.m.
Piano and Violin Sampler
Tuition $390 ($24.34 per class)
Ages 6–8
Instructors: Karin Valdizan, Emily Jahr
Unsure of which instrument your child should study?Would you like them to try two instruments – piano and violin – before you make a commitment? Children receive an 8-week introduction to both the piano and violin. Students will need access to a piano; MacPhail will provide violins. Parents are encouraged to attend class with their child during the violin portion, in order to better assist the child in home practice.
Minneapolis
Saturdays 9:00 a.m.
16 week session begins February 6, 2010
Classes are 55 minutes long and meet once per week
Next step: Piano for Children, Violin for Children, Individual Instruction
Violin for Children – 1st Semester
Tuition $365 ($24.34 per class)
Ages 5–8
Instructor: Teresa Campbell
This class teaches beginning violin using a repertoire of multicultural songs, movement, games, and singing. Students learn basic violin technique while acquiring musicianship skills including imitation, note reading, pitch development and playing with a pleasing tone. Parents are required to observe lessons and take an active role in practice. Children must have an appropriately sized instrument. Violin for Children has a two semester curriculum; it’s suggested that students enroll in both.
White Bear Lake
Tuesdays 4:00 p.m.
15 week session begins the week of February 2, 2010
Classes are 55 minutes long and meet once per week
Next step: Violin for Children Second Semester
Violin for Children – 2nd Semester
Tuition $36 ($24.34 per class)
Ages 5–8
Instructor: Karin Valdizan
This class teaches beginning violin using a repertoire of multicultural songs, movement, games, and singing. Students learn basic violin technique while acquiring musicianship skills including imitation, note reading, pitch development and playing with a pleasing tone. Parents are required to observe lessons and take an active role in practice. Children must have an appropriately sized instrument.
Prerequisite: Violin for Children – 1st Semester
15 week session begins the week of February 1, 2010
Classes are 55 minutes long and meet once per week
Minneapolis
Wednesdays 6:00 p.m.
Saturdays 1:00 p.m
Next step: Violin for Children Summer Semester
\Percussion for Children – 2nd Semester
Tuition $365 ($24.34 per class)
Ages 7–8
Instructor: Eric Strom
Children will learn to play the snare drum, marimba, timpani, drum set, vibraslap, cabasa, gong, congas, bongos and more. Through games, movement, creative activities, listening and ensemble playing, children will develop a strong sense of rhythm plus basic music skills and technique. Students need only to provide their own practice pad and drumsticks. Percussion for Children has a two semester curriculum. For a complete experience, students should enroll in both semesters.
Prerequisite: Percussion for Children – 1st Semester
15 week session begins February 3, 2010
Classes are 55 minutes long and meet once per week
Minneapolis
Wednesdays 5:00 p.m.
Next step: Buckets and Sticks or Individual Instruction
Singing for Children
Tuition $365 ($24.34 per class)
Ages 8–11
Instructor: Joseph Clark, Sei Hoon Ahn
Does your child love to sing? Get them ready to light up the stage with MacPhail’s new Singing for Children class designed to teach children how to properly use their voices and bodies while still having fun! By using a variety of genres like musical theater, contemporary and traditional children’s music as well as popular Disney songs, students will learn how to engage their whole body to create a beautiful sound and an entertaining presentation. Students will also explore music through improvisation games and activities as well as work together as a group to compose new songs. No previous experience is necessary.
Minneapolis
Mondays 5:00 p.m.
Apple Valley
Thursdays 6:00 p.m.
15 week semester begins the week of February 1, 2010
Classes are 60 minutes long and meet once a week.
Next step: Repeat Course or Individual Instruction
Classes for Children 9 - 12 years old
Create Your Own Group Lesson
Grab some friends and take some lessons! Studying musiclessons in groups can be a great way to get started on an instrument and have some fun while you’re learning. MacPhail offers lessons for groups of 2, 3, or 4 students on all instruments and voice listed in our catalog. Simply organize your group by selecting an instrument or voice and decide which days and times are most convenient for you. After a brief placement interview, your group will be placed with one of our expert teaching artists. All students will need to supply their own instrument for lessons and at-home practice.
16 weeks, 60 minute lessons
2 students $616 per student or
45 minute lessons for $462 per student
3 students $372 per student
4 students $372 per student
Singing for Children
Tuition $365 ($24.34 per class)
Ages 8–11
Instructor: Joseph Clark, Sei Hoon Ahn
Does your child love to sing? Get them ready to light up the stage with MacPhail’s new Singing for Children class designed to teach children how to properly use their voices and bodies while still having fun! By using a variety of genres like musical theater, contemporary and traditional children’s music as well as popular Disney songs, students will learn how to engage their whole body to create a beautiful sound and an entertaining presentation. Students will also explore music through improvisation games and activities as well as work together as a group to compose new songs. No previous experience is necessary.
Minneapolis
Mondays 5:00 p.m.
Apple Valley
Thursdays 6:00 p.m.
15 week semester begins February 1, 2010
Classes are 60 minutes long and meet once a week.
Next step: Repeat Course or Individual Instruction
Vocal Adventures for the Young Singer
Tuition $264 ($22 per class)
Ages 12–16
Instructor: Sei Hoon Ahn
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to take voice lessons? Find out in a fun class designed for those who would like to explore and develop their solo singing voice. Students will be introduced to the basics of voice study such as posture, breathing, tone production, and musical expression. Our journey will include songs from Classical to Pop, and each student will have the opportunity to receive individual coaching. The “final destination” is a special student concert!
White Bear Lake
Saturdays 11:00 a.m.
12 week session begins February 6, 2010
Classes are 60 minutes long and meet once per week
Next step: Repeat Course or Individual Instruction
MacPhail Jazz Combos
Tuition $345 ($23 per class)
15 week session beginning the week of February 1, 2009
Classes are 60 minutes long and meet once per week.
Contact Adam Linz to schedule a placement audition 612.767.5592.
Jazz is a uniquely American art form that is treasured around the world. Jazz is spontaneous and fun; it expands the imagination and sharpens the mind. The positive environment of the Jazz Combo is perfect to develop your skills as an improvising musician. All levels are offered, from true beginners to highly advanced musicians.
How to join aMacPhail Jazz Combo:
Returning Students
• Register at student services to continue in your current combo 612.321.0100.
• If you’re currently in a combo but want to explore moving to a different combo, contact Adam Linz for a placement audition 612.767.5592.
New Students
• Contact Adam Linz to schedule a placement audition.
Combo instructors include: Adam Linz, Bryan Nichols, Greg Keel, Chris Thomson, Paul Renz, and more!
Buckets and Sticks
Tuition $276 ($23 per class)
Ages 10–12
Instructor: David Birrow
Drum a cool groove on a bucket. Improvise a solo on a tin can. Even if you’ve had no formal music lessons you can be part of this fun new ensemble using everyday items as musical instruments. Students will learn basic drumming and rhythmic skills and how to improvise their own rhythms.
Minneapolis
Thursdays 5:30 p.m.
12 week session begins February 4, 2010
Classes are 60 minutes long and meet once per week
Percussion Ensemble II
Tuition $368 ($23 per class)
Ages 12–17
Instructor: Bob Adney
Percussion Ensemble II is an intermediate level ensemble in which percussionists will perform on all areas of the percussion family including keyboard, mallets, timpani, drums. Placement is by audition or approval of instructor. Call Bob Adney at 612.767.5410, to schedule a placement audition.
Minneapolis
Mondays 6:45 p.m.
16 week session begins February 8, 2010
Classes are 60 minutes long and meet once per week
Cello Choir and String Orchestras
Tuition $172 ($13.23 per class)
Ages Grades 7–12
Instructors: MacPhail Suzuki Cello Faculty
Calling all traditional cello students! Are you looking for a fun ensemble experience to use your developing playing skills? MacPhail’s Suzuki Department invites you to participate in their cello choir and string orchestra even if you are not a Suzuki student. Students will be placed in a string orchestra based upon their playing level. All students will participate in the same cello choir. Contact Faith Farr at 651.484.0522 to clarify performance levels and to schedule a placement audition.
Minneapolis (De LaSalle High School)
Saturdays
13 week session begins February 6, 2010
Rehearsals are 50-90 minutes long and meet once per week
Camerata Orchestra 9:00-9:50 a.m.
Cello Choir 10:00-10:50 a.m.
Sinfonia Orchestra 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
High School Orchestra 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Youth Flute Ensemble
Tuition $138 ($23 per class)
Ages 10–14
Instructor: Paula Gudmundson
Whether you are in your school band or have been taking private lessons, this is a wonderful opportunity for flutists to gain playing experience, as a group and independently. In addition to performing a wide variety of repertoire, students will also be able to play alto flute, bass flute and piccolo. One year of school band, private instruction, or consent of the instructor is required. Please call Paula Gudmundson at 612.767.5433 with any questions.
Minneapolis
Saturdays 4:00 p.m.
6 week session begins February 6, 2010
Classes are 60 minutes long and meet once per week
Youth Harp Ensemble
Tuition $184 ($23 per class)
Ages 10–18
Instructor: Phala Tracy
A perfect opportunity to experience harp in a group setting. Expand your enemble skills, perform new repertoire, explore music therapy, make new friends! Open to traditional harp students only.
Minneapolis
Saturdays 4:00 p.m.
8 week session begins February 13, 2010
Classes are 60 minutes long and meet once per week
Rock & Blues Band
Tuition $345 ($23 per class)
Ages 10–12
Instructors: Steve Roehm
Attention guitarists, bassists, keyboard players, drummers and singers! How about a no-pressure ensemble to get your jamming skills down?We’ll cover blues, rhythm and blues, hard rock and pop rock. This band teaches songs through written music and CD’s, improvising and“jamming” techniques. The last class is a performance.
Minneapolis
Tuesdays 6:00 p.m.
15 week session begins week of February 2, 2010
Classes are 60 minutes long and meet once per week
ChamberMusic
Tuition Trios and Quartets, $230 - $322, depending on the number of classes ($23 per class)
Duos, $385 - $539, depending on the number of classes
Ages 8 – Adults
10 to 14 week session for trios and quartets beginning the week of February 1, 2010
Ongoing placements are available
Classes are 60 minutes long and meet once per week
Spring Semester Chamber Music Recital, Friday June 4, at 7:30 p.m. in Antonello Hall
Make playing an instrument even more exciting and enjoyable by joining one of MacPhail’s chamber music groups! Students are matched based on age and playing level.
Groups are being formed now and can be formed at any time throughout the semester. Contact Chamber Music Coordinator, Jeremy Swider, to schedule a placement audition/interview 612.767.5399 or via email.
For the full class description, visit our website at macphail.org Chamber Music faculty include: Conor O’Brien, Dan McIntosh, Gail Olszewski, Margaret Haviland, Jacqueline Ultan, Takako Seimiya Senn, Ginger Reynolds, Laurie Merz, Sandra Powers, and more!
Classes for Teens Ages 13 - 18
Create Your Own Group Lesson
Grab some friends and take some lessons! Studying musiclessons in groups can be a great way to get started on an instrument and have some fun while you’re learning. MacPhail offers lessons for groups of 2, 3, or 4 students on all instruments and voice listed in our catalog. Simply organize your group by selecting an instrument or voice and decide which days and times are most convenient for you. After a brief placement interview, your group will be placed with one of our expert teaching artists. All students will need to supply their own instrument for lessons and at-home practice.
16 weeks, 60 minute lessons
2 students $616 per student or
45 minute lessons for $462 per student
3 students $372 per student
4 students $372 per student
INSTRUMENTAL CLASSES
Introductory Guitar Class I
Tuition $365 ($24.34 per class)
Ages 13 to Adult
Instructor: Craig Anderson
This easy-going and fun class is for beginners who have been ‘messing around’ on the guitar and are now ready for more formalized instruction. Learn basic guitar technique, to read written music notation, strum chords, and play pop and rock songs. You must provide your own acoustic or electric guitar.
Minneapolis
Mondays 7:15 p.m.
Fridays 12:45 p.m.
15 week session begins the week of February 1, 2010
Classes are 60 minutes long and meet once per week
Next step: Guitar Class II
Guitar Class II
Tuition $365 ($24.34 per class)
Ages 13 to Adult
Instructor: Craig Anderson
Expand upon the skills developed in Introductory Guitar Class I. Build guitar skills through note reading, chords and playing pop and rock songs. You must provide your own acoustic or electric guitar. Prerequisite: Introductory Guitar Class I or instructor consent, for additional information call Craig Anderson at 612.767.5316.
Minneapolis
Mondays 6:00 p.m.
15 week session begins February 1, 2010
Classes are 60 minutes and meet once per week
Next step: Guitar Class III
Guitar Class III
Tuition $274 ($18.27 per class)
Ages 13 to Adult
Instructor: Craig Anderson
Expand upon the skills developed in Guitar Classes I and II. Build guitar skills through note reading, chords, scales and playing rock and pop songs. Prerequisite: Guitar Class II or consent of the instructor, 612.767.5316.
Minneapolis
Mondays 8:15 p.m.
15 week sessions begins February 1, 2010
Classes are 45 minutes long and meet once per week
Next step: Individual lessons
Irish Fiddle
Tuition $376 ($23.50 per class)
Ages 13 to Adult
Instructor: Judith Eisner
Do you love the music that you hear in area Irish pubs? Grab a fiddle and join this class! Learn to play some easy Irish tunes by ear, in a relaxed group setting. Prerequisite: 2 years violin experience is required or consent of the instructor.
Minneapolis
Thursdays 7:00 p.m.
16 week session begins February 4, 2010
Classes are 60 minutes long and meet once per week
Next step: Repeat course or individual lessons
VOCAL CLASSES
Vocal Adventures for the Young Singer
Tuition $264 ($22 per class)
Ages 11–16
Instructor: Sei Hoon Ahn
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to take voice lessons? Find out in a fun class designed for those who would like to explore and develop their solo singing voice. Students will be introduced to the basics of voice study such as posture, breathing, tone production, and musical expression. Our journey will include songs from Classical to Pop, and each student will have the opportunity to receive individual coaching. The “final destination” is a special student concert!
White Bear Lake
Saturdays 11:00 a.m.
12 week session begins the week of February 6, 2010
Classes are 60 minutes long and meet once per week
Next step: Individual lessons or repeat course
Music-Theater Performance Lab
Tuition $276 ($23 per class)
Ages 16–Adult
Instructor: Manon Gimlett & Collaborative Pianist: Sue Ruby
Whether you are a serious student of opera, musical theater or simply wish to enhance your interpretive skills as a singer, this lab offers a variety of techniques to help bring your performances to life. Customize this class for your own needs by doing detail work on a couple of audition pieces or working to get a portfolio of pieces performance ready. Please bring a song/aria with sheet music in your key, preferably memorized and in English, to sing on the first day of class.
Minneapolis
Mondays 5:30 p.m.
12 week session begins February 8, 2010
Classes are 60 minutes long and meet once per week
Next step: Advanced Music Theater Performance Lab, Prelude program or individual lessons
Prelude: Singer/Actor Performance Lab
Tuition $690
Ages 14-18
Faculty: Manon Gimlett, Thaxter Cunio, Sue Ruby
Are you a highly motivated singer? The Prelude Program is a yearlong program (September–May) for singers who seek an environment where they can experiment and discover new possibilities as a performing artist. The program includes private coaching, theory, sight-singing, vocal ensemble and performance lab training in movement and gestures. More information about Prelude can be found here.
PRELUDE PROGRAM COMPONENTS
Vocal Arts
• Warm-ups, vowel formation, application of the breath, endurance, range building, resonance, language
• Healthy production free of muscular tensions
• Building of Solo Repertoire
• Private coaching with collaborative pianist
• Theory, sight-singing
Prelude Elements
• Portfolio Building
• Performance
• Master Classes
• Outside Events
• Goal Setting
• Whole musician awareness training
Vocal Ensemble
• Ensemble Repertoire chosen from Renaissance to Musical Theater to Opera to Jazz
• Emphasis on a cappella repertoire, enforcing ear training
• Sight-singing, theory, rhythmic and interpretive skills continue, to complement work done in Vocal Arts
Performance Lab – Acting and Movement for Singers
• Addresses unique challenges of singer actors: extension of time, music without words, complexity of multi tasking
• Step-by-step approach works with gesture, face, focus, body, addresses tension, through structured play/self discovery
• Techniques apply to solo repertoire introduced in Vocal Arts with the addition of scenes taken from Opera and Musical Theater
Performance Lab – Acting and Movement for Singers
• Addresses unique challenges of singer actors: extension of time, music without words, complexity of multi-tasking
• Step-by-step approach works with gesture, face, focus, body, addresses tension, through structured play/self discovery
• Techniques apply to solo repertoire introduced in Vocal Arts with the addition of scenes taken from Opera and Musical Theater
Application and audition required. Mid-year auditions available upon request. The first set of auditions for 2010-2011 school year will be held on June 17, 2010 from 3:00-7:00 p.m., and the second set will take place in August. Deadline for applications is June 10, 2010. Application does not guarantee admission to the program. For information and/or an application please call Manon Gimlett, Prelude Director at 612.767.5453.
Classes are 180 minutes long.
Saturdays 2:00 p.m.
COMPOSITION/ THEORY CLASSES
Composition Workshop: La Boheme
Tuition $48 ($24 per class)
Ages 13-Adult
Instructor: Sarah Miller
Calling composers of all ages! Come and learn compositional techniques and meet others with a passion for creating music. This semester students will study and analyze Puccini’s operatic masterpiece, La Boheme. The final class will be held at the Ordway Center where students will hear a performance of La Boheme by the Minnesota Opera. To receive the 50% group ticket discount, students and family members who wish to attend the performance must contact Sarah Miller by December 11. All students who wish to participate must bring their own score.Call Sarah Miller, 612.767.5480 with questions.
Minneapolis
February 21, March 7 1:00 p.m.
Workshops are 90 minutes long
Concert: March 14, 2:00 p.m. Ordway Center
A Beginner’s Guide to Score Reading
Tuition $48 ($24 per class)
Ages 13-Adult
Instructor: Sarah Miller
Have you ever wondered just what the orchestra conductor is looking at? And how he/she can possibly process all of that information? This is an overview of what is present in an orchestral score, and how to follow it as the music goes by without getting too lost! Students must purchase a score of Beethoven's 8th and 9th Symphonies to use in class, available from Dover Publications.
Minneapolis
April 11 and April 18 1:00 p.m.
Classes are 90 minutes long
Beginning Composition
Tuition $160 ($21.34 per hour)
Ages 13–Adults
Instructor: Greg Theisen
Tired of always performing other people’s compositions? Interested in composing but not sure how to get started? Work with the basic elements of musical composition such as melodic writing, harmonizing, accompaniment patterns and ostinatos to create two short pieces for the instruments of your choice. Basic music reading skills are necessary, but no composition experience is required. Bring your own manuscript paper.
Minneapolis
Mondays 7:00 p.m.
5 week session begins February 1, 2010
Classes are 90 minutes long and meet once per week
Next step: Individual lessons or Composition Workshop
Songwriting for Pop Musicians
Tuition $405 ($25.32 per hour)
Ages Teen to Adults
Instructors: Chris Osgood and Chan Poling
Study the creation and production of popular songs with two of the Twin Cities’ best-known musicians. Analyze song structure, develop lyrics and learn instrumental arranging and preproduction techniques in preparation for a studio recording session. Work on pre-production in class, then travel to a recording studio where one or two student songs will be recorded.
Minneapolis
Tuesdays 7:00 p.m.
8 week session begins April 6, 2010
Classes are 120 minutes long and meet once per week
Next step: Repeat course or individual lessons
JAZZ CLASSES
The Blues to Jazz Connection
Tuition $360 ($24 per class)
Ages High School–Adult
Instructor: Paul Renz
The Blues to Jazz Connection begins with improvising over traditional blues and progresses towards soloing on jazz standards. One goal of this ensemble is to demonstrate that improvisation techniques used in the blues may also be effectively applied to jazz, Latin and fusion music. This ensemble is open to any instrument (violin, banjo and flute, etc.) as well as guitar, keyboard, bass and drums.
Minneapolis
Mondays 6:15 p.m.
15 week session begins February 1, 2010
Classes are 90 minutes long and meet once per week
Jazz Piano Class for Pianists
Tuition $365 ($24.34 per class)
Ages 16–Adult
Instructor: Karen Pieper
Can you already read music but are puzzled by jazz charts? Do you play the piano but are perplexed when someone asks you to improvise? Join this class and learn the basics of jazz piano playing from reading charts to basic improvisation. 3-5 years of piano experience is required or consent of the instructor.
Minneapolis
Mondays 5:00 p.m.
Saturdays 2:00 p.m.
15 week session begin week of February 1, 2010
Classes are 60 minutes long and meet once per week
Singers’ Jam Session
Tuition $200 ($16.67)
Ages 16–Adult
Instructor: Vicky Mountain
Experience Jazz from blues to bebop. Join other singers in a relaxed, informal setting. Jazz styles, scat singing, phrasing and improvisation, vocal technique, chart reading and writing will be some of the subjects covered. The final session will be a performance with a jazz combo.
Classes will meet February 13, 27, March 21, April 10, May 1, 13
Classes are 120 minutes long
Saturdays 2:00 p.m.
NEW ONLINE CLASS
Jazz Giants: Miles Davis
Tuition $225
Ages High School and Adults
Instructor: Kelly Rossum
Participate in MacPhail’s first global class and get access to teaching artists from across the country and eventually around the world.
Discover the music and career of one of America’s Jazz Giants: Miles Davis, as guided by New York jazz trumpeter Kelly Rossum. Hear the history of jazz as we move through the sounds of Miles Davis’ long career. Weekly essays, including musical examples and resources guides, will be posted on the secure website, serving as a launching point for an interactive online class discussion. In addition to posting the weekly content, the instructor will be participating in the online forum by leading discussions and answering questions that the students may have. Student participation in the forum is recommended, although not necessary.
Class begins February 8, 2010 with 10 weekly postings on Monday mornings.
One additional wrap-up week at the end of the semester for forum discussion.
Read a detailed class decsription written by instructor Kelly Rossum.
JAZZ COMBOS
MacPhail Jazz Combos
Tuition $345 ($23 per class)
15 week session beginning the week of February 1, 2009
Classes are 60 minutes long and meet once per week.
Contact Adam Linz to schedule a placement audition 612.767.5592.
Jazz is a uniquely American art form that is treasured around the world. Jazz is spontaneous and fun; it expands the imagination and sharpens the mind. The positive environment of the Jazz Combo is perfect to develop your skills as an improvising musician. All levels are offered, from true beginners to highly advanced musicians.
How to join a MacPhail Jazz Combo:
Returning Students
• Register at student services to continue in your current combo 612.321.0100.
• If you’re currently in a combo but want to explore moving to a different combo, contact Adam Linz for a placement audition 612.767.5592.
New Students
• Contact Adam Linz to schedule a placement audition.
Combo instructors include: Adam Linz, Bryan Nichols, Greg Keel,
Chris Thomson, Paul Renz, and more!
Classes for Adults
LESSONS DURING LUNCH
Check out MacPhail’s classes for adults over the noon hour.
• Piano Class for Adult Beginners
Thursdays at 12:00
• Piano Class for Adult Beginners II
Wednesdays at 12:00
• Introductory Guitar Class I
Fridays at 12:45 p.m.
• Singing Basics for Adults
Wednesdays at 12:00
INSTRUMENTAL CLASSES
Piano Class for Adult Beginners
Tuition $365 – includes textbook ($24.35 per class)
Ages Adults
Instructor: Guna Skujina, Susana Pinto, Ling-Ya Wang, Jennifer Osterman
Learn (or re-learn) easy sight-reading, improvisation to accompany melodies and easy classical and popular songs. Build keyboard skills through note-reading, ear training, playing by ear, improvising, transposing and individual and ensemble playing. Plus, hang out at the keyboard with other adults – like you – who have decided it's finally time to tickle those ivories. Practice time and access to a piano or keyboard are necessary.
Minneapolis
Wednesdays 5:00 p.m. (Pinto)
Thursdays 12:00 noon (Skujina)
MacPhail White Bear Lake
Tuesdays 7:30 p.m. (Wang)
Apple Valley
Saturdays 1:00 p.m. (Osterman)
15 week session begins week of February 1, 2010
Classes are 60 minutes long and meet once per week
Next step: Piano Class for Adult Beginners II
Piano Class for Adult Beginners II
Tuition $345 ($23 per class)
Ages Adults
Instructor: Guna Skujina, Susana Pinto
Expand upon the skills developed in Piano Class for Adult Beginners I. Prerequisite: Piano Class for Adult Beginners I or equivalent.
Minneapolis
Tuesdays 5:00 p.m. (Pinto)
Wednesdays 12:00 noon (Skujina)
15 week session begins week of February 1, 2010
Classes are 60 minutes long and meet once per week
Next step: Continuing Piano Class
Continuing Piano Class
Tuition $424 ($26.50 per class)
Ages Adults
Instructors: Susan Genaw, Guna Skujina
Further develop skills learned in Piano Class for Adult Beginners I and II. Prerequisite: Piano Class for Adult Beginners I and II or equivalent. Times will be arranged by instructors.
16 week session begins the week of February 1, 2010
Classes are 60 minutes long and meet once per week
Next step: Repeat course or individual lessons
Introductory Guitar Class I
Tuition $365 ($24.34 per class)
Ages 13 to Adult
Instructor: Craig Anderson
This easy-going and fun class is for beginners who have been ‘messing around’ on the guitar and are now ready for more formalized instruction. Learn basic guitar technique, to read written music notation, strum chords, and play pop and rock songs. You must provide your own acoustic or electric guitar.
Minneapolis
Mondays 7:15 p.m.
Fridays 12:45 p.m.
15 week session begins the week of February 1, 2010
Classes are 60 minutes long and meet once per week
Next step: Guitar Class II
Guitar Class II
Tuition $365 ($24.34 per class)
Ages 13 to Adult
Instructor: Craig Anderson
Expand upon the skills developed in Introductory Guitar Class I. Build guitar skills through note reading, chords and playing pop and rock songs. You must provide your own acoustic or electric guitar. Prerequisite: Introductory Guitar Class I or instructor consent, for additional information call Craig Anderson at 612.767.5316.
Minneapolis
Mondays 6:00 p.m.
15 week session begins February 1, 2010
Classes are 60 minutes and meet once per week
Next step: Guitar Class III
Guitar Class III
Tuition $274 ($18.27 per class)
Ages 13 to Adult
Instructor: Craig Anderson
Expand upon the skills developed in Guitar Classes I and II. Build guitar skills through note reading, chords, scales and playing rock and pop songs. Prerequisite: Guitar Class II or consent of the instructor, 612.767.5316.
Minneapolis
Mondays 8:15 p.m.
15 week sessions begins February 1, 2010
Classes are 45 minutes long and meet once per week
Next step: Individual lessons
Beginning Violin Class For Adults
Tuition $376 ($23.50 per class)
Ages Adults
Instructor: Judith Eisner
Learn to play the violin or hone your playing skills with other adult violin players of similar level. Classes will be organized based on playing abilities, musical genre and desired learning approach (note-reading or playing by ear). Call Judith Eisner for placement, 612.767.5443.
Minneapolis
Thursdays 5:00 p.m.
16 week session begins February 4, 2010
Classes are 60 minutes long and meet once per week
Next step: Repeat course or individual lessons
Irish Fiddle
Tuition $376 ($23.50 per class)
Ages 13 to Adult
Instructor: Judith Eisner
Do you love the music that you hear in area Irish pubs? Grab a fiddle and join this class! Learn to play some easy Irish tunes by ear, in a relaxed group setting. Prerequisite: 2 years violin experience is required or consent of the instructor.
Minneapolis
Thursdays 7:00 p.m.
16 week session begins February 4, 2010
Classes are 60 minutes long and meet once per week
Next step: Repeat course or individual lessons
The Joy of Klezmer
Tuition $156 ($19.50 per class)
Ages Adults
Instructor: Judith Eisner
Want to find your roots or plant new ones in the rich soil of Easter European Ashkenazic Jewish music? You’ll learn the modes which make Klezmer music so compelling. We’ll play some of the most popular freylachs, horas, and bulgars in the repertoire. Fiddles, clarinets, trumpets, accordions, keyboards and percussion are the principal instruments in Klezmer bands but anyone is welcome. If you are interested in taking this class callthe instructor Judith Eisner at 612.767.5443 to schedule a time that is convenient for you.
Times are arranged by instructor
8 week session begins the week of February 1, 2010
Classes are 60 minutes long and meet once per week
Next step: Repeat course or individual lessons
VOCAL CLASSES
Singing Basics for Adults
Tuition $376 ($23.50 per class)
Ages Adults
Instructor: Andrea Leap
If you have little or no prior voice study, this class will get you started. Learn basic vocal technique including breathing, body use, tone development and musicianship. This class is ideal for people who sing for fun and who would like to increase their confidence and repertoire, and may be repeated as often as you like.
Minneapolis
Wednesdays 12:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m.
16 week session begins February 3, 2010
Classes are 55 minutes long and meet once per week
Next step: Repeat course or individual lessons
Singing Technique I with Thaxter Cunio
Tuition $376 ($23.50 per class)
Ages Adults
Instructor: Thaxter Cunio
Learn the basic rudiments of vocal technique with a proven systematic approach to breathing, stage presence and tone quality improvement. This course will study The Clippinger Class Method of Voice Culture and apply these principles to three vocal music styles – Classical, Musical Theater and Pop/Jazz Standards. Now in his 27th year of teaching, Thaxter's students have gone on to Broadway, Opera and commercial recording projects and have received contracts with such groups as Chanticleer, Santa Fe Opera and Minnesota Opera.
Minneapolis
Tuesdays 7:00 p.m.
16 week session begins February 11, 2010
Classes are 60 minutes long and meet once per week
Next step: Individual Instruction or Vocal Ensemble
Singing Technique II with Thaxter Cunio
Tuition $376 ($23.50 per class)
Ages Adults
Instructor: Thaxter Cunio
A continuation in a more advanced setting of Singing Technique I, this course will focus on the Seth Riggs Singing for the Stars Method and apply these principles to individualized repertoire coaching sessions. There will also be an ensemble component to this course with a performance opportunity in the acoustically stunning Antonello Hall. Prerequisite: Singing Technique I or teacher approval.
Minneapolis
Thursdays 7:00 p.m.
16 week session begins February 9, 2010
Classes are 60 minutes long and meet once per week
Next step: Individual Instruction or Vocal Ensemble
Music-Theater Performance Lab
Tuition $276
Ages 16–Adult
Instructor: Manon Gimlett & Collaborative Pianist Sue Ruby
Whether you are a serious student of opera, musical theater or simply wish to enhance your interpretive skills as a singer, this lab offers a variety of techniques to help bring your performances to life. Customize this class for your own needs by doing detail work on a couple of audition pieces or working to get a portfolio of pieces performance ready. Please bring a song/aria with sheet music in your key, preferably memorized and in English, to sing on the first day of class.
Minneapolis
Mondays 5:30 p.m.
12 week session begins February 8, 2010
Classes are 60 minutes long and meet once per week
Next step: Individual lessons or Advanced Music Theater Performance Lab
Interlude: A Performance Lab for Singer-Actors
Tuition $376 ($20.89 per hour)
Ages Adults
Instructor: Manon Gimlett
Collaborative Pianist: Sue Ruby
This Lab continues to develop the “singing-actor” via techniques learned in the Music-Theater Performance Lab and is adapted to the needs of the individual. Singers of opera, art song, musical theater and popular styles welcome. Prerequisite: 1 year in Music- Theater Performance Lab or similar experience and audition/interview with instructor Manon Gimlett: email
Minneapolis
Saturdays 10:30 a.m.
12 week session begins February 13, 2010
Classes are 90 minutes long and meet once per week
Next step: Repeat Course or Individual Instruction
Diction for Singers
Tuition $324 ($18 per hour)
Ages 14-Adult
Instructor: Mary Laymon
A must for all classical voice students! Learn the basic phonetic sounds of three of the most widely used languages in classical voice literature: Italian, German and French. Four sessions will be devoted to each language. Each session will consist of two lecture classes followed by two master classes where each student will perform and receive language coaching. Students will receive a packet of 2-3 songs in both a low and high key along with a recording of the songs. Students will pick one song to perform at the master class sessions with a provided collaborative pianist. If students are interested in taking only one language please contact Melissa Falb at 612.767.5438 to make arrangements.
Minneapolis
Mondays 7:30 p.m.
12 week session begins February 1, 2010
Classes are 90 minutes long and meet once per week
Italian – February 1, 8, 15, 22
German – March 8, 15, 22, 29
French – April 12, 19, 26 and May 3
Audition Preparation for Singers
Tuition $225 ($18.75 per hour)
Ages Adults
Instructor: Audrey Stottler
Present yourself as a polished professional. Gain tips on how to create an eye-catching resume and headshot. Learn where to look to find local and national auditions that are right for you. Practice auditioning with a provided pianist for the class and a judge to learn what to do and what not to do.
Minneapolis
Tuesdays 7:00 p.m.
6 week session begins April 6, 2010
Classes are 120 minutes long and meet once per week
Opera Workshop
Tuition $460 ($15.34 per hour)
Ages Adults
Instructor: Audrey Stottler
Collaborative Pianist: Janet Holdorf
Why travel across the country when you can study with a world renowned performer and teaching artist in Minneapolis? Audrey Stottler of the New York Metropolitan Opera, will be presenting an Opera Workshop at MacPhail Center for Music for classical voice students. The workshop is open to all students studying classical music, lieder, opera arias and art songs. No audition is necessary to participate. Students are asked to prepare 1–3 selections for study.
Tuesdays: 7:00-9:00 and Sundays: 1:30-4:30
Vocal classes are 120 and 180 minutes long and meet twice a week
September 29
October 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27
November 3, 8, 10
Next step: Repeat course or individual lessons
THEORY AND COMPOSITION CLASSES
Composition Workshop: La Boheme
Tuition $48 ($24 per class)
Ages 13-Adult
Instructor: Sarah Miller
Calling composers of all ages! Come and learn compositional techniques and meet others with a passion for creating music. This semester students will study and analyze Puccini’s operatic masterpiece, La Boheme. The final class will be held at the Ordway Center where students will hear a performance of La Boheme by the Minnesota Opera. To receive the 50% group ticket discount, students and family members who wish to attend the performance must contact Sarah Miller by December 11. All students who wish to participate must bring their own score. Call Sarah Miller, 612.767.5480 with questions.
Minneapolis
February 21, March 7 1:00 p.m..
Workshops are 90 minutes long
Concert: March 14, 2:00 p.m. Ordway Center
A Beginner’s Guide to Score Reading
Tuition $48 ($24 per class)
Ages 13-Adult
Instructor: Sarah Miller
Have you ever wondered just what the orchestra conductor is looking at? And how he/she can possibly process all of that information? This is an overview of what is present in an orchestral score, and how to follow it as the music goes by without getting too lost! Students must purchase a score of Beethoven's 8th and 9th Symphonies to use in class, available from Dover Publications.
Minneapolis
April 11 and April 18 1:00 p.m.
Classes are 90 minutes long
Beginning Composition
Tuition $160 ($21.34 per hour)
Ages 13–Adults
Instructor: Greg Theisen
Tired of always performing other people’s compositions? Interested in composing but not sure how to get started? Work with the basic elements of musical composition such as melodic writing, harmonizing, accompaniment patterns and ostinatos to create two short pieces for the instruments of your choice. Basic music reading skills are necessary, but no composition experience is required. Bring your own manuscript paper.
Minneapolis
Mondays 7:00 p.m.
5 week session begins February 1, 2010
Classes are 90 minutes long and meet once per week
Next step: Individual lessons
Songwriting for Pop Musicians
Tuition $405 ($25.32 per hour)
Ages 13 to Adults
Instructors: Chris Osgood and Chan Poling
Study the creation and production of popular songs with two of the Twin Cities’ best-known musicians. Analyze song structure, develop lyrics and learn instrumental arranging and preproduction techniques in preparation for a studio recording session. Work on pre-production in class, then travel to a recording studio where one or two student songs will be recorded.
Minneapolis
Tuesdays 7:00 p.m.
8 week session begins April 6, 2010
Classes are 120 minutes long and meet once per week
Next step: Repeat course or individual lessons
THE ART OF PERFORMANCE
Recital Class
Tuition $81 ($27 per hour)
Ages Adults
Instructors: Reiko Imrie and Ginger Reynolds
Do you get nervous before a performance or have difficulty memorizing your piece? Do you need help preparing for a recital or master class? Are you looking for an opportunity to perform in front of a small but constructively critical group? Then this class is for you. Discuss preparations and problems related to performing. Share experiences and receive suggestions from experienced performers.
Minneapolis
Fridays 7:15 p.m.
2 sessions – February 12 and March 12, 2010
Classes are 90 minutes long and meet once per week
Next step: Repeat course or individual lessons
JAZZ CLASSES
The Blues to Jazz Connection
Tuition $360 ($24 per class)
Ages High School–Adult
Instructor: Paul Renz
The Blues to Jazz Connection begins with improvising over traditional blues and progresses towards soloing on jazz standards. One goal of this ensemble is to demonstrate that improvisation techniques used in the blues may also be effectively applied to jazz, latin and fusion music. This ensemble is open to any instrument (violin, banjo and flute, etc.) as well as guitar, keyboard, bass and drums.
Minneapolis
Mondays 6:15 p.m.
15 week session begins February 1, 2010
Classes are 90 minutes long and meet once per week
NEW ONLINE CLASS
Jazz Giants: Miles Davis
Tuition $225
Ages High School and Adults
Instructor: Kelly Rossum
Participate in MacPhail’s first global class and get access to teaching artists from across the country and eventually around the world. Discover the music and career of one of America’s Jazz Giants: Miles Davis, as guided by New York jazz trumpeter Kelly Rossum. Hear the history of jazz as we move through the sounds of Miles Davis’ long career. Weekly essays, including musical examples and resources guides, will be posted on the secure website, serving as a launching point for an interactive online class discussion. In addition to posting the weekly content, the instructor will be participating in the online forum by leading discussions and answering questions that the students may have. Student participation in the forum is recommended, although not
necessary.
Class begins February 8, 2010 with 10 weekly postings on Monday mornings.
One additional wrap-up week at the end of the semester for forum discussion.
Read a detailed class decsription written by instructor Kelly Rossum.
Jazz Piano Class for Pianists
Tuition $365 ($24.34 per class)
Ages 16–Adult
Instructor: Karen Pieper
Can you already read music but are puzzled by jazz charts? Do you play the piano but are perplexed when someone asks you to improvise? Join this class and learn the basics of jazz piano playing from reading charts to basic improvisation. 3-5 years of piano experience is required or consent of the instructor.
Minneapolis
Mondays 5:00 p.m.
Saturdays 2:00 p.m.
15 week session begin week of Febraury 1, 2010
Classes are 60 minutes long and meet once per week
Singers’ Jam Session
Tuition $200 ($16.67 per hour)
Ages 16–Adult
Instructor: Vicky Mountain
Experience Jazz from blues to bebop. Join other singers in a relaxed, informal setting. Jazz styles, scat singing, phrasing and improvisation, vocal technique, chart reading and writing will be some of the subjects covered. The final session will be a performance with a jazz combo.
Classes will meet February 13. 27, March 21, April 10, May 1, 15
Classes are 120 minutes long
Saturdays 2:00 p.m.
