youth music and dance
music / sound
bass: Markworth Music
upright/electric bass, private lessons, improvisation, theory
Kameron Markworth's approach to private lessons is student-centered, grounded in applying instruction to musical styles and concepts that the student is interested in. Since the bass is a versatile and often essential instrument in music, these lessons provide comprehensive instruction in multiple styles from jazz to classical, country to hip hop, and everything in between.
drum: Duniya Drum & Dance
West African, classes, workshops, residencies, performances
An introduction to the djembe and doun doun. Practice basic hand technique, patterns and timing while learning traditional rhythms from Guinea West Africa.
sunroom / email / website / 651-338-5409
voice, violin-viola, piano, rhythm and ear training: Raycurt Johnson
private lessons
Music IS the universal communicator, educator, healer, and conflict mediator. Raycurt Johnson, a Native of Washington, D.C. has 30 years of experience as a private music instructor. He began piano at the age of seven and at twelve years of age, began viola in the D.C. Youth Orchestra program under the tutelage of Hazel Chelek. Mr. Johnson was singing in church family groups and choirs before he began training with the D.C. Youth Chorale. Encouraged by the director Edward Jackson he auditioned and was accepted in both Music and Theater departments of the Duke Ellington Performing Arts High School in its inaugural year. Mr. Johnson auditioned and received a full scholarship for voice to the Eastman School of Music where he completed a Bachelor of Music in chamber music and vocal arts.
As a professional musician, Mr. Johnson’s journey has taken him far and wide. He has performed with celebrities such as Stevie Wonder, Natalie Cole, Bette Midler, and Carmen Mc Cray; played in ensembles including: Barry Haris Jazz Orchestra, NY, Akademisches Festival Orchestra, Leipzig, Germany, Kammerorchester de St. Laurentius, in Dessau, Germany, The National Gallery of Art Chamber Orchestra, American University Symphony, D.C. Concert Society Orchestra, and the Brass Solidarity band in Minneapolis. He is an activist for live music in public spaces worldwide and a promoter of civil and constitutional rights for performing artists.
harp: Studio Fidicina
classes, private lessons, theory, Suzuki method
Phala Tracy and Kathy Kienzle teach Suzuki harp instruction for youth ages 3–18. Program includes individual lessons, group classes and concerts, studio recitals, field trips, and other special events. Phala (BM, Oberlin Conservatory of Music; MFA, California Institute of the Arts) is a Suzuki harp teacher, and also teaches at Gustavus Adolphus College. Kathy (BM, The Juilliard School; MM, University of Arizona) is a Suzuki harp teacher, and also teaches at the University of MN and Augsburg College.
piano: Ensemble Music
classes, Suzuki method
Babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and big kids love Music Together and Suzuki Piano! Our structured music classes for kids support every child, no matter their learning style or stage of development, giving them a safe, fun place to express themselves and try new things. Explore the different class types offered at Ensemble Music to find the best fit for your children.
sunroom / email / website / 612-227-6675
guitar: Ben Glaros
private lessons, songwriting, theory
Ben brings years of experience in writing, performing, recording and teaching music to his students. His approach to teaching is very spontaneous and flexible, and his easy going personality, enthusiasm and wide ranging experience make him the perfect teacher for students of all styles, ages and skill levels. Anyone with a desire to learn will enjoy and benefit greatly from lessons with him.
studio 103 / website
piano: Zach Dietz
private lessons
I teach beginning piano lessons for all ages as well as continuing studies for intermediate to advanced students. Instruction is also available for jazz students of any level with an intermediate piano background. I enjoy sharing my knowledge of music and I’m interested in teaching anyone who wants to learn.
studio B1 / email / website / 612-812-8256
violin, viola: Meredith Vaughan
classes, private lessons, Suzuki method
Meredith teaches private and group lessons to violin and viola students ages 3 and up. She has extensive training in Suzuki pedagogy and her teaching is grounded in the basic tenets of the Suzuki method: all children can learn to play an instrument; talent is developed, not inborn; and a positive, calm learning environment nurtures growth. Meredith is interested in both the creativity and the structure involved in learning a musical instrument and seeks to develop joyful musical excellence by working with students and their parents to foster enthusiasm and discipline for music. She is happy to accept both beginners and transfer students.
voice: Twin Cities Voice Co
private lessons, classes
Ready to free your voice? At Twin Cities Voice Co., our mission is to help you sing the songs you love with freedom, joy, and ease. We offer creative and empowering voice lessons through group classes as well as private lessons. Owner and voice teacher Betsy Kowal Jett holds a Master of Music in Voice Performance and Pedagogy from Westminster Choir College as well as a Bachelor of Music in Voice Performance from University of the Pacific.
dance / movement
CFPA’s beginning ballet
ballet I for youth
Classes emphasize learning technique and promoting healthy bodies and creative minds.
Ballet I. Ages 7-14.
Ages 7-10: Wednesdays 5:00-6:15pm
Ages 11-14 yo: Thursdays 5:30-5645pm
About the Instructor: Beginning ballet classes are lead by dancer, choreographer and educator Kerry Parker. Born and raised in the Twin Cities, Kerry danced with Pacific Northwest Ballet, The Vienna State Opera Ballet, Ballet of the Dolls, and was a freelance performer in New York for almost a decade. She has over 30 years of teaching experience, working with all ages.
chapel / website / 612-821-9202
west african drum & dance: Duniya Drum & Dance
West African, classes, workshops, residencies, performances
Join Alhassane "Sana" Bangoura from Guinea, West Africa for his dance class. Sana is a gentle, patient and experienced teacher who breaks down the music and movements so that dancers of all experience levels can participate in this dynamic dance form. Sana shares the name, purpose and ethnic group of each dance. All classes are accompanied by live drumming by Sana's talented brother, nephew and friends. The Bangoura Family is eager to share its rich culture with you!
sunroom / email / website / 651-338-5409
classical indian dance: Ragamala Dance Company
Bharatanatyam, classical Indian dance, adults/youth, classes, workshops, performances
At the Ragamala Training Center, students receive classical dance training in the style of Bharatanatyam carefully created by the internationally renowned Padma Bhushan Alarmel Valli, considered to be one of India’s greatest living masters. This style is distinguished by its technical perfection and grace, and Artistic Directors Ranee Ramaswamy and Aparna Ramaswamy are dedicated to preserving and carrying on their guru’s tradition and passing it on to the next generation of dancers.
Ragamala classes provide students with rigorous training while giving them an opportunity to learn about, preserve, and immerse themselves in the arts and culture of India. Ragamala Training Center’s unique program stresses artistic excellence and a professional level of training while fostering cultural awareness. Ragamala Training Center offers introductory through advanced level classes for ages 7 through adult.
405w / email / website / 612-824-1968
CFPA’s beginning hip-hop
hip-hop for youth
Ages 9 -16: Thursdays 4:30-5:30pm or Saturdays 4-5pm
In this class students will learn to dance to a variety of Hip-Hop songs. They will focus on fundamental movements and basic Hip-Hop grooves while also learning the culture and history of Hip-Hop dance!
About the Instructor: Carlos was born in Mexico City and raised in Minneapolis, MN. He learned to love many styles of dance at an early age, but what caught his heart the most was Hip-Hop. This passionate self taught dancer has been sharing his talent around the twin cities for over a decade and is looking forward to expand his work all around MN and beyond.
105w / website / 612-821-9202
therapies
Twin Cities Music Therapy Services
music therapy, telehealth, therapeutic music lessons
Lindsay Markworth, MMT, MT-BC, practices a creative, music-centered approach to music therapy where music is used to build a relationship and promote health and developmental growth through playing instruments, singing, listening to music and writing songs. Lindsay specializes in working with people with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities.
studio 105 / email / website / 651-353-2903