Your musical journey doesn’t have to be a solo act
Learn, play, and grow — together
There’s power in making music as a group. You’ll meet new people, explore new skills, and grow as a musician in a welcoming, collaborative setting. Whether you’re picking up an instrument for the first time or looking to deepen your skills, MacPhail offers group classes for all ages, interests, and experience levels.
Looking for performance opportunities? Explore our ensembles.
Financial assistance is available. If tuition is a barrier, we encourage you to apply. Learn more.
Already a MacPhail student? Students and families enrolled in at least 5 hours of Individual Lessons, Music Therapy, or Suzuki Talent Education in the same semester are eligible for our Music+ discount. Learn more.
Browse by Age
Discover fun, engaging group classes for every age, skill level, and musical interest.
Classes for Kids & Families
From first songs to first instruments, our fun, age-appropriate group classes nurture musical growth and creativity for ages 6 weeks to 12 years.
Classes for Youth
Build skills, try new styles, and collaborate with peers in dynamic group classes designed to inspire teen musicians.
Classes for Adults
Learn a new instrument or pick one back up and grow your skills in fun, welcoming group classes for all levels—including courses for adults 55 and up.
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Group Music Class Offerings
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Ukulele and More (6-8 yr) Minneapolis – SUMMER
Join this 6-week long dive into basic ukulele playing for children ages 6-8 years. Childen will explore the ukulele, learn a few chords, create songs, act out stories and create...
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Music for 3s and 4s (3-4 yr) Minneapolis – SUMMER
Ages 3 to 4 1/2 with parent/caregiver. Fly a kite, catch a fish, build a sandcastle–use your imagination through musical play activities! This summer, explore music with your child through...
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Suzuki Stars (3-5 yr) Minneapolis – SUMMER
Ages 3-5 years with Parent/Caregiver If your family is interested in our Suzuki Talent Education program, this class is for you! Through MacPhail’s renowned, play-based early childhood music curriculum, you...
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Musical Trolley (4-6 yr) Minneapolis – SUMMER
When summer arrives, MacPhail’s Musical Trolley takes a special trip to the Animal Fair! “Carnival of the Animals,” by Camille Saint-Saens, sets the stage for a parade of musical magic...
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Music for 2s and 3s (2-3 yr) Minneapolis – SUMMER
Ages 2-3 with parent/caregiver. Splash, spin, dance, play, sing and discover some new and familiar songs as you move, create and play rhythm instruments such as temple blocks, cabasas, and...
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Music for Families (6 wk-5 yr) Apple Valley – SUMMER
Ages 6 weeks-5 years with Parent/Caregiver New Summer Fun! Our Music for Families class features activities for adults and children from babies up through age five. Children of various ages...
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Music for Families (6 wk-5 yr) Chanhassen – SUMMER
Ages 6 weeks-5 years with Parent/Caregiver New Summer Fun! Our Music for Families class features activities for adults and children from babies up through age five. Children of various ages...
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Music for Families (6 wk-5 yr) Minneapolis – SUMMER
Ages 6 weeks-5 years with Parent/Caregiver New Summer Fun! Our Music for Families class features activities for adults and children from babies up through age five. Children of various ages...
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Music for 1s and 2s (10-24 mo) Minneapolis – SUMMER
Ages 10-24 months with parent/caregiver Enjoy the sights, sounds, and rhythms of summer with your toddler as we explore music through active movement, songs, bounces, sensory activities and exploration of...
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Musical Story Times: Minneapolis – Sat 10:45am – SUMMER
6 Sessions. Register for as many classes as you like! Tuition: $11.75 per class. Ages 6 weeks – 4 years New Summer Fun! Enhance your child’s brain through engaging musical...
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Musical Story Times: Chanhassen – Wed 9:45am – SUMMER
6 Sessions. Register for as many classes as you like! Tuition: $11.75 per class. Ages 6 weeks – 4 years New Summer Fun! Enhance your child’s brain through engaging musical...
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Musical Story Times: Apple Valley – Thurs 9:45am – SUMMER
6 Sessions. Register for as many classes as you like! Tuition: $11.75 per class. Ages 6 weeks – 4 years New Summer Fun! Enhance your child’s brain through engaging musical...
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Music for Babies (6 wk-10 mo) Minneapolis – SUMMER
Ages 6 weeks-10 months with Parent/Caregiver The perfect summer activity for families who have recently welcomed an infant into their lives! Sing Play Learn with MacPhail faculty share lullabies, songs,...
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Unwrapping Music ONLINE: Modern Protest Music
Unwrapping Music: Modern Protest Music In our past series on Protest music we examined what constitutes a protest music and how it has been used to unite people to act...
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Summer Sing
Looking for an uplifting choral experience this summer? Join us for a short 6-week session to sing some light-hearted, yet challenging pieces. This is a great opportunity to work with...
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Singers’ Jam Session – SUMMER
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...
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Returning to Piano for Adults – SUMMER
Are you an adult who used to play piano in the past? Did you stop years ago, but have since wanted to restart lessons? This class is for you! Designed...
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Don’t Fret, Jam! – Guitar, Bass, Uke, Mandolin – Chanhassen
Low-stress group session for guitarists, bass, ukulele, or mandolin players looking to gain comfort playing and improvising with others.
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Beginning Piano for Children (Age 6-8) – SUMMER
Learn to play the piano in a fun, relaxed class designed to engage and inspire your early elementary student. Students will learn to read music, play piano and compose their...
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Beginning Guitar for Adults – SUMMER
This guitar class rocks! You’ll progress faster and play better because you’ll learn how to move your fingers in efficient ways. These technical tips are not on websites (they’re secrets…shhhh,...
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Adult Summer Sound Series: Songwriting
Tap into your creativity and spend a few summer evenings writing songs alongside a community of fellow musicians. This four-evening workshop is designed for adult participants who want to explore...
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Adult Summer Sound Series: Rock
Turn up the volume and spend a few summer evenings making great music with fellow rock fans. This four-evening workshop is designed for adult recreational musicians who want to dig...
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Adult Summer Sound Series: Broadway & Musical Theater
Love musical theater? Join us for a few lively summer evenings dedicated to singing, storytelling, and the joy of making music together. This four-evening workshop is designed especially for adult...
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Adult Summer Sound Series: Jazz
Step into the groove and spend a few summer evenings making music with fellow jazz enthusiasts at MacPhail. This four-evening workshop is designed for adult recreational musicians who want to...
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Musical Story Times – Minneapolis: Saturday 10:30am – SPRING
16 sessions available. Drop in and register for as many classes as you would like! Tuition: $11.75 per class. For ages 6 weeks through 4 years. Enhance your child’s brain...
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Musical Story Times – Apple Valley: Thursday 9:45am – SPRING
16 sessions available. Drop in and register for as many classes as you would like! Tuition: $11.75 per class. For ages 6 weeks through 4 years. Enhance your child’s brain...
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MacPhail’s Opera Talks: The Met Opera Live in HD – Spring
Join us for Opera Talks at the MacPhail Center for Music, an engaging, hour-long online exploration of opera held in advance of each Met Opera: Live in HD broadcast. These...