master classes, photo two men playing violin

Applications and Deadlines

Master Classes & Workshops at MacPhail 2008-2009

MacPhail’s Master Class & Workshop Series is one of the most highly regarded in the country, and includes guest artists like pianist Leon Fleisher and violinist Pamela Frank.

What is a master class?  In a master class, students perform for, and are coached by, a master teacher before a large audience. Whether you are a student, teacher or just a music lover, master classes serve as a valuable resource for improving technique, and gaining insights about interpretation and artistry.  Performing for a master teacher is considered an honor; attending a master class as an observer is a rare opportunity to see a master at work. Master class student performers are selected through competitive auditions.

ATTEND a master class or workshop at MacPhail

Anyone can attend a master class, regardless of their instrument or skill level. Admission is free to MacPhail families, and just $5 to the general public. Many of MacPhail’s master classes are co-sponsored by other organizations in the Twin Cities including The Chamber Music Society of Minnesota, the Minnesota Guitar Society, Music in the Park Series, The Schubert Club, Claire Givens Violins and Lutheran Summer Music Academy & Festival.

Media Support Provided ByMinneapolis St Paul Magazine logo

Piano:
Leon Fliescher: 9/13/08 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Roberto Plano: 2/7/09 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Voice:
Melissa Hart: 3/28/09 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Jazz:
Billy Fox: 10/19/08 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Ron Miles: 2/11/09 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Woodwind, Brass & Percussion:
Dave King: 11/22/08 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Bruce Atwell: 1/25/09 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Strings & Harp:
Yolanda Kondonassis: 10/12/08 2:00-4:30 p.m.
Rodney Farrar: 1/18/09 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Daedalus String Quartet: 4/25/09 2:30-4:30 p.m.
Composition:
Billy Fox: 10/19/08 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Paul Schoenfield: 4/30/09 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Guitar:
Pablo Sainz Villegas: 11/16/08 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Cem Duruoz: 3/22/08 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Lectures::
TBA



Master Class applications

Audition applications are available by clicking on the links below or by calling 612.321.0100.

Guest Artist        Application deadline   Audition date Master Class Date
Pablo Sainz Villegas, gtr    Mon Oct 27  by 8pm Sun Nov 2 at 2pm Sun Nov 16, 3-5pm
Bruce Atwell, Fr. horn Sat Jan 10 by 5pm None (see application) Sun Jan 25, 3-5 p.m.
Roberto Plano, pno Sun Jan 18 by 5pm  Sun Jan 23 at 6:30pm Sat Feb 7, 3-5pm
Cem Duruoz, guitar Sun Feb 22 by 5pm Sun Mar 8 at 2pm Sun Mar 22, 3-5pm
Daedalus Str. Quartet Sun Mar 15 by 4pm Sun Mar 29 at 2pm Sat Apr 25, 2:30-4:30pm

PERFORM in a master class

MacPhail master class performers are selected by live audition and must complete an audition application. Participation in master class auditions is open to all students in the community unless noted otherwise in the application form. Each master class audition is judged by at least two MacPhail faculty and one regional judge (from outside MacPhail faculty). Students who audition will receive the judges’ comments by mail. All applications must be filled out completely and received at MacPhail Center for Music by the application deadline (some deadlines are flexible, please call 612.767.5310).