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  • Daytime Adult Music Lessons (Online)

    It’s never too late to start learning music! 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 June 17. Learning to play musical instruments 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 music. Daytime music lessons are scheduled on Monday through Friday at the Minnetonka Community Education Center. Please call 952-401-6846 for more information. Individual lesson times will be confirmed in early January for the winter session and early late March for the spring session.
  • Tonka Dance Academy- Ballet/Tap

    Gain coordination and rhythm through tap dance and learn classical ballet while working toward a recital in December. We use a broadway style of tap while incorporating modern techniques as well. Learn tap sounds from popular musicals as well as a cappella steps. Have a hoot hoofing it! Study ballet based on the Vaganova method of ballet instruction. Your technique will soar and you will develop grace and strength as your body learns the art of classical ballet. Price includes costume and all recital expenses. Click here for attire recommendations.
  • Tonka Dance Academy- Jazz/Hip Hop

    Enjoy the freedom of movement in this quick-paced class by dancing to current and upbeat music while working toward a recital in December. Our age appropriate style of Hip Hop includes warm-up, stretching, conditioning and choreography. Each class promises to challenge even the most seasoned vets while still allowing complete beginners to get a solid and fun introduction to hip hop. Price includes costume and all recital expenses. Click here for attire recommendations.
  • Adult Music Lessons at Scenic Heights (summer)

    It's never too late to learn to play an instrument! Whether you are a beginner or played years ago, we will work with you to create a customized lesson plan. Eight, 45 min-weekly summer lessons start the week of June 17. Register online and you will be contacted to confirm lesson time in early June. Please call 952-401-6846 with any questions. 2023-24 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 Matt Kapka (piano, trumpet) Jane Aagenes (piano) Martha Lisman (piano, cello, violin, viola, double bass) Tom Just (piano, guitar, cello) Evan Shallcross (violin, viola, piano)
  • Adult Music Lessons at MCEC (Summer)

    It's never too late to learn to play an instrument! Whether you are a beginner or played years ago, we will work with you to create a customized lesson plan. Eight, 45 min-weekly summer lessons start the week of June 17, no lesson the week of July 1. Register online and you will be contacted to confirm your lesson time in early June. Please call 952-401-6846 with any questions. 2023-24 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: 6/17, 6/24, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12 Tuesday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13 Thursday: 6/20, 6/27, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1, 8/8, 8/15 Wednesday:6/26, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21 MMA Music Lesson Teachers at Minnetonka Community Education Center (MCEC): Liz Anderson (piano, flute, trumpet) Michael Betz (piano, guitar, violin) Tom Just (piano, guitar, cello)
  • Quickstart Orchestra/Cello

    Calling all incoming beginning orchestra students! Through the small group setting, we will learn how to take care of your new instrument, touch up note-reading skills and other music terms before school starts. All classes are held in the Media Center at Minnetonka Middle School West (MMW). The Media Center should not be used as a waiting area for families during the class. No food or drinks are allowed in the Media Center. Please remind the students to bring the instruments and the suggested top 10 list of items. The Top 10 list of items was included in your orientation package received in late Spring from your school orchestra teacher.
  • Quickstart Orchestra/Bass

    Calling all incoming beginning orchestra students! Through the small group setting, we will learn how to take care of your new instrument, touch up note-reading skills and other music terms before school starts. All classes are held in the Media Center at Minnetonka Middle School West (MMW). The Media Center should not be used as a waiting area for families during the class. No food or drinks are allowed in the Media Center. Please remind the students to bring the instruments and the suggested top 10 list of items. The Top 10 list of items was included in your orientation package received in late Spring from your school orchestra teacher.
  • Quickstart Orchestra/Viola

    Calling all incoming beginning orchestra students! Through the small group setting, we will learn how to take care of your new instrument, touch up note-reading skills and other music terms before school starts. All classes are held in the Media Center at Minnetonka Middle School West (MMW). The Media Center should not be used as a waiting area for families during the class. No food or drinks are allowed in the Media Center. Please remind the students to bring the instruments and the suggested top 10 list of items. The Top 10 list of items was included in your orientation package received in late Spring from your school orchestra teacher.
  • Quickstart Orchestra/Violin

    Calling all incoming beginning orchestra students! Through the small group setting, we will learn how to take care of your new instrument, touch up note-reading skills and other music terms before school starts. All classes are held in the Media Center at Minnetonka Middle School West (MMW). The Media Center should not be used as a waiting area for families during the class. No food or drinks are allowed in the Media Center. Please remind the students to bring the instruments and the suggested top 10 list of items. The Top 10 list of items was included in your orientation package received in late Spring from your school orchestra teacher.
  • Preschool Piano Lessons at Excelsior (Summer)

    Start your child's musical journey with us! Our professional piano teachers have experience in teaching young children and use books specially written for young beginners. These are eight, 30-min weekly private lessons. Lessons start on the week of June 17, no lessons on the week of July 1. Register online and you will be contacted to confirm lesson time in early June. Please call 952-401-6846 with any questions. 2023-24 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: 6/17, 6/24, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12 Tuesday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13 Wednesday: 6/19, 6/26, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14 Thursday: 6/20, 6/27, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1, 8/8, 8/17 MMA Preschool Piano Lesson Teachers Wednesday Mikayla Peterson Thursday Mikayla Peterson
  • Preschool Piano Lessons at Scenic Heights (summer)

    Start your child's musical journey with us! Our professional piano teachers have experience in teaching young children and use books specially written for young beginners. These are eight, 30-min weekly private lessons. Lessons start on the week of June 17, no lessons on the week of July 1. Register online and you will be contacted to confirm lesson time in early June. Please call 952-401-6846 with any questions. 2023-24 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 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. Summer Lesson Dates: Monday: 6/17, 6/24, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12 Tuesday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13 Wednesday: 6/19, 6/26, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14 Thursday: 6/20, 6/27, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1, 8/8, 8/17 MMA Preschool Piano Teachers at Scenic Heights: Monday: Martha Lisman, Matt Kapka, Tuesday: Martha Lisman, Jane Aagenes, Matt Kapka, Nick Raimondi, Wednesday: Jane Aagenes, Tom Just, Matt Kapka, Nick Raimondi Thursday: Jane Aagenes, Matt Kapka
  • Preschool Piano Lessons at Groveland (Summer)

    Start your child's musical journey with us! Our professional piano teachers have experience in teaching young children and use books specially written for young beginners. These are eight, 30-min weekly private lessons. Lessons start on the week of June 19, no lessons on the week of July 3. Register online and you will be contacted to confirm lesson time in early June. Please call 952-401-6846 with any questions. 2023-24 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: 6/17, 6/24, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12 Tuesday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13 MMA Preschool Piano Lesson Teachers: Becky Caldwell-Tautges
  • Summer Online Piano Lessons

    Weekly, one-on-one online piano lessons are offered through Google Meet during the 8-week summer session starting Monday, June 17. Please indicate your preferred day and time. Individual lesson times will be confirmed in early June. 2023-24 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 Lesson: 6/17, 6/24, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12 MMA Online Piano Lesson Teacher: Carol Appel (Monday)
  • Preschool Piano Lessons at MCEC (Summer)

    Start your child's musical journey with us! Our professional piano teachers have experience in teaching young children and use books specially written for young beginners. These are eight, 30-min weekly private lessons. Lessons start on the week of June 19, no lessons on the week of July 3. Register online and you will be contacted to confirm lesson time in early June. Please call 952-401-6846 with any questions. 2022-23 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: 6/17, 6/24, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12 Tuesday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13 Thursday: 6/20, 6/27, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1, 8/8, 8/15 Wednesday:6/26, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21 MMA Preschool Piano Lesson Teachers Monday Tom Just Tuesday Liz Anderson Thursday Tom Just