Minnetonka Community Education

It’s never too late to make music! Whether you’re starting fresh or returning after years away, we’ll design a personalized lesson plan tailored to your goals and experience. Eight, 45 min-weekly summer lessons start the week of June 15. Register online and you will be contacted to confirm your lesson time in early June. Please call 952-401-6846 with any questions. 2025-26 Minnetonka Music Academy Lesson Policies Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 Registration: Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. Missed Lessons: Unfortunately, we cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the MCEC front desk at 952-401-6800. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled. Summer Lesson Dates: Monday: 6/15, 6/22, 6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27, 8/3 Tuesday: 6/16, 6/23, 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28, 8/4 Wednesday: 6/17, 6/24, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5 Thursday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6 MMA Music Lesson Teachers at Excelsior: Mikayla Peterson (piano, guitar, trumpet, trombone, clarinet, flute) Michael Betz (piano, guitar, violin, viola)

It’s never too late to make music! Whether you’re starting fresh or returning after years away, we’ll design a personalized lesson plan tailored to your goals and experience. Eight, 45 min-weekly summer lessons start the week of June 15. Register online and you will be contacted to confirm your lesson time in early June. Please call 952-401-6846 with any questions. 2025-26 Minnetonka Music Academy Lesson Policies Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 Registration: Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. Missed Lessons: Unfortunately, we cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the MCEC front desk at 952-401-6800. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled. Summer Lesson Dates: Monday: 6/15, 6/22, 6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27, 8/3 Tuesday: 6/16, 6/23, 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28, 8/4 Wednesday: 6/17, 6/24, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5 Thursday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6 MMA Music Lesson Teachers at Minnetonka Community Education Center (MCEC): Mikayla Peterson (piano, guitar, trumpet, trombone, clarinet, flute) Susan Bronken (piano) Becky Caldwell-Tautges (piano, saxophone, clarinet)

It’s never too late to make music! Whether you’re starting fresh or returning after years away, we’ll design a personalized lesson plan tailored to your goals and experience. Eight, 45 min-weekly summer lessons start the week of June 15. Register online and you will be contacted to confirm lesson time in early June. Please call 952-401-6846 with any questions. 2025-26 Minnetonka Music Academy Lesson Policies Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 Registration: Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. Missed Lessons: Unfortunately, we cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call MCEC front desk at 952-401-6800. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled. Summer Lesson Dates: MMA Music Lesson Teachers at Scenic Heights Jane Aagenes (piano) Martha Lisman (piano, cello, violin, viola, double bass) Evan Shallcross (violin, viola, piano) Nick Raimondi (piano, band instruments) Becky Caldwell-Tautges (piano, clarinet, saxophone)

Curious about playing more than one instrument? Our 8-week Summer Sampler lets you explore different instrument combinations and discover the perfect one to study next school year! Weekly 45-minute lessons will start the week of June 15. Please bring in your instrument besides piano. Lessons can be scheduled during the daytime or early evening hours. Register online and you will be contacted to reserve your lesson time in early June. Students of all ages and abilities are welcome! 2025-2026 Minnetonka Music Academy Lesson Policies Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 Registration: Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. Missed Lessons: We cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the MCEC front desk at (952) 401-6800. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled. Summer Lesson Dates: Monday: 6/15, 6/22, 6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27, 8/3 Tuesday: 6/16, 6/23, 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28, 8/4 Wednesday: 6/17, 6/24, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5 Thursday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6 MMA Music Sampler Lesson Teachers at Excelsior: Monday Mikayla (piano, trumpet, trombone, flute, guitar) Michael (piano, guitar, violin, viola) Tuesday Mikayla (piano, trumpet, trombone, flute, guitar) Michael (piano, guitar, violin, viola) Wednesday Mikayla (piano, trumpet, trombone, flute, guitar) Michael (piano, guitar, violin, viola)

Curious about playing more than one instrument? Our 8-week Summer Sampler lets you explore different instrument combinations and discover the perfect one to study next school year! Weekly 45-minute lessons will start the week of June 15. Please bring in your instrument besides piano. Lessons can be scheduled during the daytime or early evening hours. Register online and you will be contacted to reserve your lesson time in early June. Students of all ages and abilities are welcome! 2025-2026 Minnetonka Music Academy Lesson Policies Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 Registration: Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. Missed Lessons: We cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the MCEC front desk at (952) 401-6800. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled. Summer Lesson Dates: Monday: 6/15, 6/22, 6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27, 8/3 Tuesday: 6/16, 6/23, 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28, 8/4 Wednesday: 6/17, 6/24, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5 Thursday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6 MMA Music Sampler Lessons at MCEC Monday Becky: (piano, clarinet, saxophone) Tuesday Becky: (piano, clarinet, saxophone) Thursday Mikayla: (piano, guitar, trumpet, trombone, clarinet, flute)

Curious about playing more than one instrument? Our 8-week Summer Sampler lets you explore different instrument combinations and discover the perfect one to study next school year! Weekly 45-minute lessons will start the week of June 15. Lessons can be scheduled in mornings, afternoons or early evening hours. Register online and you will be contacted to reserve your lesson time in early June. Students of all ages and abilities are welcome! 2025-26 Minnetonka Music Academy Lesson Policies Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 Registration: Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. Missed Lessons: We cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the MCEC front desk at (952) 401-6800. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled. Summer Lesson Dates: Monday: 6/15, 6/22, 6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27, 8/3 Tuesday: 6/16, 6/23, 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28, 8/4 Wednesday: 6/17, 6/24, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5 Thursday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6 MMA Music Sampler Lesson Teachers at Scenic Heights: Monday Martha Lisman: cello, violin, viola, double bass, piano Tuesday Martha Lisman: cello, violin, viola, double bass, piano Nick Raimondi: piano, band instruments Wednesday Nick Raimondi: piano, band instruments Thursday Becky Caldwell-Tautges: piano, clarinet, saxophone Evan Shallcross: violin, viola, piano

Begin your child’s musical adventure with us! Our experienced piano instructors specialize in teaching young learners and use beginner-friendly books designed just for kids. The program includes eight weekly private lessons, each lasting 30 minutes. Lessons start on the week of June 15. Register online and you will be contacted to confirm lesson time in early June. Please call 952-401-6846 with any questions. 2025-26 Minnetonka Music Academy Lesson Policies Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 Registration: Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. Missed Lessons: Unfortunately, we cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the MCEC front desk at (952) 401-6800. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled. Dates of Private Lessons: Monday: 6/15, 6/22, 6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27, 8/3 Tuesday: 6/16, 6/23, 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28, 8/4 Wednesday: 6/17, 6/24, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5 Thursday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6 MMA Preschool Piano Lesson Teachers: Mikayla Peterson

Begin your child’s musical adventure with us! Our experienced piano instructors specialize in teaching young learners and use beginner-friendly books designed just for kids. The program includes eight weekly private lessons, each lasting 30 minutes. Lessons start on the week of June 15. Register online and you will be contacted to confirm lesson time in early June. Please call 952-401-6846 with any questions. 2025-26 Minnetonka Music Academy Lesson Policies Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 Registration: Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. Missed Lessons: Unfortunately, we cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the MCEC front desk at (952) 401-6800. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled. Dates of Private Lessons: Monday: 6/15, 6/22, 6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27, 8/3 Tuesday: 6/16, 6/23, 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28, 8/4 Wednesday: 6/17, 6/24, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5 Thursday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6 MMA Preschool Piano Lesson Teachers: Monday: Becky Caldwell-Tauges Tuesday: Becky Caldwell-Tauges, Susan Bronken Wednesday: Susan Bronken Thursday: Mikayla Peterson

Begin your child’s musical adventure with us! Our experienced piano instructors specialize in teaching young learners and use beginner-friendly books designed just for kids. The program includes eight weekly private lessons, each lasting 30 minutes. Lessons start on the week of June 15. Register online and you will be contacted to confirm lesson time in early June. Please call 952-401-6846 with any questions. 2025-26 Minnetonka Music Academy Lesson Policies Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 Registration: Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. Missed Lessons: Unfortunately, we cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the MCEC front desk at (952) 401-6800. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled. Dates of Private Lessons: Monday: 6/15, 6/22, 6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27, 8/3 Tuesday: 6/16, 6/23, 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28, 8/4 Wednesday: 6/17, 6/24, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5 Thursday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6 MMA Preschool Piano Lesson Teachers: Monday: Martha Lisman, Jane Aagenes Tuesday: Martha Lisman, Jane Aagenes, Nick Raimondi Wednesday: Jane Aagenes, Nick Raimondi Thursday: Becky Caldwell-Tautges

K-12 students in all levels are welcome! Build your musical foundation or advance your skills with private piano, guitar, band and orchestra lessons. Flexible daytime and evening scheduling—register today! The 8-week summer session starts on June 15. Please indicate your preferred lesson date and time when registering. Individual lesson times will be confirmed starting in early June. Students will need to bring in their own instruments besides piano. Minnetonka Music Academy Summer Lesson Policies: Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 Registration: Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. Missed Lessons: We cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed or call the MCEC front desk at (952) 401-6800. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled. Dates of Private Lessons: Monday: 6/15, 6/22, 6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27, 8/3 Tuesday: 6/16, 6/23, 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28, 8/4 Wednesday: 6/17, 6/24, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5 Thursday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6 MMA Private Music Lesson Teachers at MCEC Monday Mikayla Peterson (piano, guitar, trumpet) Michael Betz (piano, guitar, violin, viola) Tuesday Mikayla Peterson (piano, guitar, trumpet) Michael Betz (piano, guitar, violin, viola) Wednesday Mikayla Peterson (piano, guitar, trumpet) Michael Betz (piano, guitar, violin, viola)

K-12 students in all levels are welcome! Build your musical foundation or advance your skills with private piano, guitar, band and orchestra lessons. Flexible daytime and evening scheduling—register today! The 8-week summer session starts on June 15. Please indicate your preferred lesson date and time when registering. Individual lesson times will be confirmed starting in early June. Students will need to bring in their own instruments besides piano. Minnetonka Music Academy Summer Lesson Policies: Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 Registration: Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. Missed Lessons: We cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed or call the MCEC front desk at (952) 401-6800. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled. Dates of Private Lessons: Monday: 6/15, 6/22, 6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27, 8/3 Tuesday: 6/16, 6/23, 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28, 8/4 Wednesday: 6/17, 6/24, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5 Thursday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6 MMA Private Music Lesson Teachers at MCEC Monday Becky Caldwell-Tautges (piano, clarinet, saxophone) Tuesday Becky Caldwell-Tautges (piano, clarinet, saxophone) Susan (piano) Wednesday Susan (piano) Thursday Mikayla Peterson (piano, guitar, trumpet, flute, trombone)

K-12 students in all levels are welcome! Build your musical foundation or advance your skills with private piano, guitar, band and orchestra lessons. Flexible daytime and evening scheduling—register today! The 8-week summer session starts on June 15. Please indicate your preferred lesson date and time when registering. Individual lesson times will be confirmed starting in early June. Students will need to bring in their own instruments besides piano. Minnetonka Music Academy Lesson Policies Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 Registration: Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. Missed Lessons: We cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the MCEC front desk at (952) 401-6800. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled. Dates of Private Lessons: Monday: 6/15, 6/22, 6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27, 8/3 Tuesday: 6/16, 6/23, 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28, 8/4 Wednesday: 6/17, 6/24, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5 Thursday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6 MMA Private Music Lesson Teachers at Scenic Heights Monday Martha Lisman (cello, violin, viola, double bass, piano) Jane Aagenes (piano, voice, afternoon) Tuesday Martha Lisman (cello, violin, viola, double bass, piano) Jane Aagenes (piano, voice, afternoon) Nick Raimondi (piano) Wednesday Jane Aagenes (piano, voice) Nick Raimondi (piano) Thursday Evan Shallcross (violin, viola, piano) Becky Caldwell-Tautges (piano, clarinet, saxophone)

Hit the right chord and express creativity with jazz! Let’s explore how jazz piano differs from traditional styles as you learn common chords. Prerequisite: ability to read simple pieces. These are 8-weekly, private one-on-one lessons. Students will need a basic knowledge of music and must be able to read simple pieces as a prerequisite for this series of lessons. Registration: Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. Missed Lessons: We cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the Youth Programs office at 952-401-6801. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled. Dates of Private Lessons: Monday: 6/15, 6/22, 6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27, 8/3 Tuesday: 6/16, 6/23, 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28, 8/4 Wednesday: 6/17, 6/24, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5

From anywhere or the comfort of home, join us online to play piano! Explore different techniques, spark musical growth and nurture a lifelong love for music in our 8-week summer program! Individual lesson times will be confirmed in early June. Minnetonka Music Academy Lesson Policies Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 Registration: Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. Missed Lessons: Unfortunately, we cannot offer makeup lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the MCEC main office at 952-401-6800. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a makeup lesson will be scheduled. Online Lesson Dates: Monday: Tuesday: Thursday:

These 3-week, 45-minute lessons are designed for students who were in the 2025-26 school orchestra, band, or in the year-long private lesson program. Lessons can be scheduled online or in-person. Please bring in your instrument besides piano for the in-person lessons. Lessons can be scheduled during the daytime or early evening hours. Register online and you will be contacted to reserve your lesson time by early July. Registration: Enrollment and fees are for the entire term. Missed Lessons: We cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the Youth Programs office at 952-401-6801. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled. Lesson Types: Piano, Violin, Viola, Cello, String Bass, Guitar, Clarinet, Flute, Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, Bass Clarinet