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Minnetonka Philharmonic
Classes and Performing Groups (school year)

Learn symphonic music and challenge yourself to the next level of performance as a member of the Minnetonka Philharmonic. Middle school level orchestra students may audition through their school orchestra teachers for this group in late September. Students will rehearse at Minnetonka Middle School East (MME) on Friday mornings before school. Transportation to Minnetonka Middle School West (MMW) will be provided for MMW students after the morning rehearsal. Minnetonka Philharmonic will perform as a part of the Winter Orchestra Concert on January 10 at the Minnetonka High School (MHS) Arts Center and attend the Middle Level Orchestra Festival and Competition. Check with your orchestra teacher for an audition date and time. Once accepted into Minnetonka Philharmonic, please register here.

Holiday Fiddlers
Classes and Performing Groups (school year)

Please join us to celebrate seasonal holiday music! We welcome anyone with a minimum of two years experience playing any orchestra instruments. Youth and adult students are welcome.

Preschool Piano Lessons
Private Lessons (School Year)

Start your child's musical journey with us! Our professional piano instructors have experience in teaching young children and use books specially written for young beginners. Weekly lessons start on the week of October 22.Eight 30-minute or 45-minute weekly lessons take place at the Minnetonka Community Education Center on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday mornings starting the week of October 22. Individual lesson times will be confirmed in early October. Register online and you will be contacted to schedule a lesson time. Please call 952-401-6846 for more information.Monday Lessons Dates:10/22, 10/29, 11/5, 11/12, 11/19, 11/26, 12/3, 12/10Tuesday Lessons Dates:10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/27, 12/4, 12/11, 12/18 (no lesson on 11/20 due to Thanksgiving weekend)Wednesday Lessons Dates:10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14, 11/28, 12/5, 12/12, 12/19 (no lesson on 11/21 due to Thanksgiving weekend)

Minnetonka Fiddlers
Classes and Performing Groups (school year)

Join fellow middle school musicians in learning traditional fiddle music. Violin, viola, cello, guitar, banjo or double bass players are welcome. Our rehearsals will culminate in a public performance.Participants will need a copy of Fiddlers Philharmonic and Fiddlers Philharmonic Encore. Please call 952-401-6846 to order your copy five business days before the start date.

Daytime Adult Piano Lessons
Private Lessons (School Year)

It’s never too late to start playing piano! Whether you are a beginner or played years ago, we will work with you to create a customized lesson plan. Learn to express yourself through music. Eight weekly, 45-minute lessons start on the week of October 22.Learning to play the piano as an adult stimulates brain function and is a great way to express your creativity. Our instructors are experienced in teaching adult students; they will give you the knowledge, technique and confidence to play the piano. Our innovative adult piano pedagogy will accelerate your progress in this 8-week session. Daytime piano lessons are scheduled on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at the Minnetonka Community Education Center. Eight weekly, 45-minute lessons start on the week of October 22. Please call 952-401-6846 for more information. Individual lesson times will be confirmed in early October.Monday Lessons Dates:10/22, 10/29, 11/5, 11/12, 11/19, 11/26, 12/3, 12/10Tuesday Lessons Dates:10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/27, 12/4, 12/11, 12/18 (no lesson on 11/20 due to Thanksgiving weekend)Wednesday Lessons Dates:10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14, 11/28, 12/5, 12/12, 12/19 (no lesson on 11/21 due to Thanksgiving weekend)

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