At our beautiful facilities at MacPhail Center for Music, guitar and piano students experience musical growth through the stimulating teaching of our excellent faculty, the motivating presence of their peers and the nurturing support of their parents. Students receive a combination of classes providing individual attention and group participation. Classes include a master class and group class along with enrichment classes that include composition, music theory and drumming.
July 2024
For Students
- Jul 22 – 26, 2024 Full Day Guitar Institute - Book 1 and Up
- Jul 22 – 26, 2024 Half Day Guitar Institute - Book 1
- Jul 22 – 26, 2024 Full Day Piano Institute - Book 1 and Up
- Jul 22 – 26, 2024 Half Day Piano Institute - Book 1
For Teachers Instructor
- Jul 21 – 25, 2024 Piano Unit 2 Lee
- Jul 21 – 25, 2024 Piano Unit 2 Lee
- Jul 22 – 26, 2024 Guitar Unit 4 Madsen
- Jul 22 – 26, 2024 Guitar Unit 4
Pricing
Student Fees
- FULL Day Piano and Guitar Book 1 thru 7 and beyond (all ages) 9:00am-4:00pm $561
- HALF Day Piano and Guitar Book 1 (ages 6 & younger), 8:45 am- 12:00 pm $315
HALF Day Piano or Guitar Advanced Repertoire for High School Students Book 5 and beyond
- (entering grades 9-12) 1:00 pm-4:00 pm) $315
Registration deadline is June 23, 2024. No refunds after July 8, 2024.
Teacher Fees
- Piano Unit 2 teacher training (in person and online) $561
- Guitar Unit 3 teacher training (In person and online) $561
- Observing Only $35 a day
Registration deadline June 23, 2024. No refunds after July 8, 2024. If the minimum number of registrants needed to run the course is not met, registered participants will be notified by June 24, 2024.
Housing & Meals
Housing and meals are the responsibility of institute attendees. MacPhail Center for Music is located in downtown Minneapolis. Hotels and restaurants within short walking distance. The Depot Hotel and Residence Inn, across the street from MacPhail, features rooms/suites with kitchens and an indoor swimming pool. http://www.thedepotminneapolis.com/hotels-residence.php; Ask for the MacPhail rate.
Recreation
MacPhail Center for Music is located in downtown Minneapolis. Mill City Museum, the Guthrie Theater and the Mississippi River are within two blocks of MacPhail. Many other recreational activities, including Orchestra Hall and local theaters are easily accessible. Light rail transit is easily available to Target Field and the Mall of America.
Other Info
Some limited financial aid for student attendance may be available. Contact director for information. There is light rail transit from MSP airport to within 3 blocks of MacPhail. The institute will take place in MacPhail’s newly constructed school; full handicap accessibility. See www.MacPhail.org for details.
The SAA sets guidelines for Suzuki institutes, festivals and teacher workshops and sanctions separate organizations to manage such events. For specific information on schedules, enrollment, pricing, housing, etc. please contact sponsoring organizations directly. Please see the Event Listing Guide regarding the posting of events.