Manitoba Conservatory of Music and Arts

FREE Tune-In Music Program (at the West End Cultural Centre)
2025-10-07 16:00 - 2026-06-16 18:00 (America/Toronto) | West End Cultural Centre, 586 Ellice Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
The Tune-In Music Program has been an integral part of the West End Cultural Centre for almost as long as the WECC has been around. We offer FREE music instruction on the guitar, bass, drums, voice, and songwriting for youth ages 8-18.
Professional musicians provide two hours of instruction and mentorship once a week (Tuesdays from 4-6 pm) with new instruments provided through a grant from The Cardinal Foundation. This is a great opportunity for participants to try out a new instrument or focus on one that they’re interested in.
For more information, please contact the West End Cultural Centre at 204-783-6918 or info@wecc.ca.
The Tune-In Music Program is presented in partnership with Music Equals through the Manitoba Conservatory of Music & Arts (MCMA).

Louis Riel Day-office closed
2026-02-16 00:00 - 23:59 | Manitoba
There will be no lessons or classes on Monday, February 16 in observance of Louis Riel Day.

Adult Student Coffee House
2026-03-15 15:00 - 16:00 | Ensemble room, Bryce Hall, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 2E9, Canada
Ask your instructor about signing up!
Accessibility: Our ensemble room (where this recital is held) is accessible by a ramp outside Bryce Hall. Once you enter the building, you’ll find a gender neutral, accessible washroom available to you. This is next to a push plate activated door leading to our ensemble room. There is a Handi-Transit stop across the street from Bryce Hall. An accessibility map can be viewed here. To request accommodations (including access to Bryce Hall from the top of the ramp), please email info@mcma.ca or call 204-988-7650 upon registration.

Spring break-office closed
2026-03-29 00:00 - 2026-04-06 23:59 | Manitoba
Our office will be closed for spring break from March 29-April 6.

Easter Monday-office closed
2026-04-06 00:00 - 23:59 | Manitoba
There will be no lessons or classes on Monday, April 6 in observance of Easter Monday.

Student Spring Recital
2026-04-19 13:00 - 14:30 | Convocation Hall
Ask your instructor about signing up!
Accessibility: If you are in need of a fully ramped entrance to Convocation Hall, you can go in through Leatherdale Hall-there is an intercom at the outside door where you can be let in remotely without having a security guard stand there. From there, you’ll go through Leatherdale Hall, then take the elevator up to the second floor. There is a Handi-Transit stop across the street from Convocation Hall. An accessibility map can be viewed here. To request accommodations, please email info@mcma.ca or call 204-988-7650 upon signing up for the student recital.

Mama Cutsworth Academy for Underrepresented Genders in DJing-6:30 pm (beginner course)
2026-05-05 18:30 - 2026-06-23 19:30 | Ensemble room, Bryce Hall, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 2E9, Canada
In 2012, Winnipeg’s Mama Cutsworth founded her DJ Academy for All Women and Non-Binary Folks, a welcoming space that taught students the skills and confidence it takes to become a professional DJ. Since then, the DJ Academy has seen over 120 students graduate, with many alumni going on to contribute to Canada’s DJ and music scene in meaningful ways. The DJ Academy was on hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic, but since then, the Manitoba Conservatory of Music & Arts has partnered with Mama Cutsworth to bring her DJ Academy back! In this beginner course, students will learn the basics of scratching, beat matching songs, stage presence, the history of DJing, and more. No experience or equipment is required, just a passion for music!
This hands-on program is intended for adults whose genders are under-represented in the DJ world, be it cis or trans women, 2-Spirit or non-binary folks, and so on. The course welcomes anyone who self-identifies as part of this wide spectrum of gender expression.

Mama Cutsworth Academy for Underrepresented Genders in DJing-8 pm (beginner course)
2026-05-05 20:00 - 2026-06-23 21:00 | Ensemble room, Bryce Hall, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 2E9, Canada

Mama Cutsworth Academy for Underrepresented Genders in DJing-6:30 pm (intermediate course)
2026-05-07 18:30 - 2026-06-25 19:30 | Ensemble room, Bryce Hall, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 2E9, Canada
In 2012, Winnipeg’s Mama Cutsworth founded her DJ Academy for All Women and Non-Binary Folks, a welcoming space that taught students the skills and confidence it takes to become a professional DJ. Since then, the DJ Academy has seen over 120 students graduate, with many alumni going on to contribute to Canada’s DJ and music scene in meaningful ways. The DJ Academy was on hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic, but since then, the Manitoba Conservatory of Music & Arts has partnered with Mama Cutsworth to bring her DJ Academy back! In this intermediate class, we invite graduates of the beginner program or those with some experience to explore their skills in further depth to prepare them to work independently in the industry.
This hands-on program is intended for adults whose genders are under-represented in the DJ world, be it cis or trans women, 2-Spirit or non-binary folks, and so on. The course welcomes anyone who self-identifies as part of this wide spectrum of gender expression.

Victoria Day-office closed
2026-05-18 00:00 - 23:59 | Manitoba
There will be no lessons or classes on Monday, May 18 in observance of Victoria Day.

Musical Foundations Recital
2026-05-31 12:00 - 13:00 | Convocation Hall

Scholarship Winners Recital and Adult Year-End Recital
2026-05-31 13:00 - 15:30 | Convocation Hall

Music Equals Showcase concert
2026-06-03 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-04 11:00 - 12:00 | West End Cultural Centre, 586 Ellice Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Join us to celebrate the achievements of the Music Equals students!
Admission is free, but seating is limited.

Student Year-End Recital
2026-06-07 13:00 - 15:30 | Convocation Hall

Last day of lessons for the academic year
2026-06-13 00:00 - 23:59 | Manitoba
Saturday, June 13 will be the last day of lessons for the academic year.

Office closed for summer break
2026-06-26 00:00 - 2026-07-05 23:59 | Manitoba
Please note that our office will be closed from Friday, June 26-Sunday, July 5 for our summer break. There will be no lessons or classes during this time. Beginning July 6, our summer hours will be from Mondays-Thursdays from 12 pm-4 pm.

Labour Day-office closed
2026-09-07 00:00 - 23:59 | Manitoba
There will be no lessons or classes on Monday, September 7 in observance of Labour Day.

MCMA Adult Choir-6:30 pm (fall)
2026-09-09 18:30 - 2027-06-09 20:30 | Chapel, Bryce Hall, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 2E9, Canada
If you are an adult singer looking for community, shared experience, and a supportive, no pressure musical environment, the MCMA Adult Choir might be exactly the right fit! Led by the incomparable Chrystl Bartel, singers of all experience levels will explore a “formal” choral experience, using varied repertoire to learn singing in parts. This choir which will reflect an inspirational context focusing on peace, love and kindness and include Canadian composers, musical theatre, sacred selections, pop music and show tunes. Students are not expected to know how to read choral music and this concept will be well supported. All skill levels and voice types are welcome!
Accessibility: The chapel (where this group class is held) is accessible by a ramp outside Bryce Hall. Once you enter the building, you’ll find a gender neutral, accessible washroom available to you. An accessibility map can be viewed here. To request accommodations (including access to Bryce Hall from the top of the ramp), please email info@mcma.ca or call 204-988-7650 upon registration.
Please note that this is a year-long program, and students can register at any point during the year. The cost is $150/month, so when you register, you’ll pay your first $150 monthly installment online, then our office will contact you to set up automatic payment withdrawals. If you’d prefer to pay by a one-time, lump-sum payment, our office can help with that.
To register, click on the plus sign on the ticket below to select the desired amount of tickets. Then click on the purple “Get Tickets” button. Fill in the registration information for each student, then click on the purple “Checkout Now” button.
If you are experiencing difficulty with the online registration process, please call our office at (204) 988-7650 to register by phone.
If the class is full, click on the purple “notify me” button to get notified if a spot becomes available.

Intro to Instruments-1:30 pm (fall)
2026-09-12 13:30 - 2026-10-03 14:15 | Ensemble room, Bryce Hall, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 2E9, Canada
Is your child ready to start private lessons? Have they participated in early childhood programs and are curious about what comes next? This group class will introduce children to a different instrumental discipline each week, letting them decide what they like best as they transition into private instruction. Will it be brass? Violin? Piano? Percussion? Try them all!
These introductory classes are designed to be a stepping stone towards private music lessons. We are offering graduates of this class a $50 discount for individual instruction. Intro to Instruments students must register for private lessons within one year of graduation from this class in order to take advantage of this special offer.
Accessibility: Our ensemble room (where this group class is held) is accessible by a ramp outside Bryce Hall. Once you enter the building, you’ll find a gender neutral, accessible washroom available to you. This is next to a push plate activated door leading to our ensemble room. An accessibility map can be viewed here. To request accommodations (including access to Bryce Hall from the top of the ramp), please email info@mcma.ca or call 204-988-7650 upon registration.
To register, click on the plus sign on the ticket below to select the desired amount of tickets. Then click on the purple “Get Tickets” button. Fill in the registration information for each student, then click on the purple “Checkout Now” button.
If you are experiencing difficulty with the online registration process, please call our office at (204) 988-7650 to register by phone.
If the class is full, click on the purple “notify me” button to get notified if a spot becomes available.

Intro to Instruments-2:30 pm (fall)
2026-09-12 14:30 - 2026-10-03 15:15 | Ensemble room, Bryce Hall, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 2E9, Canada

Intro to Musical Theatre-1:30 pm (fall)
2026-09-13 13:30 - 2026-10-04 14:15 | Ensemble room, Bryce Hall, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 2E9, Canada
Do you have a preschooler who loves to sing, dance, play dress up, and tell stories with music? Are you curious to see if they are the next musical theatre star? Are you unsure whether or not they are ready to start taking music lessons? Children as young as age four are often ready for private instruction! Explore four weeks of musical theatre in a small group to help determine whether your child is ready for the next step in their musical journeys with activities designed especially for busy minds and bodies who love music!
These introductory classes are designed to be a stepping stone towards private music lessons. We are offering graduates of this class a $50 discount for individual instruction. Intro to Musical Theatre students must register for private lessons within one year of graduation from this class in order to take advantage of this special offer.
Accessibility: Our ensemble room (where this group class is held) is accessible by a ramp outside Bryce Hall. Once you enter the building, you’ll find a gender neutral, accessible washroom available to you. This is next to a push plate activated door leading to our ensemble room. An accessibility map can be viewed here. To request accommodations (including access to Bryce Hall from the top of the ramp), please email info@mcma.ca or call 204-988-7650 upon registration.
To register, click on the plus sign on the ticket below to select the desired amount of tickets. Then click on the purple “Get Tickets” button. Fill in the registration information for each student, then click on the purple “Checkout Now” button.
If you are experiencing difficulty with the online registration process, please call our office at (204) 988-7650 to register by phone.
If the class is full, click on the purple “notify me” button to get notified if a spot becomes available.

A Cappella Singing for Adults-1:30 pm (fall)
2026-09-13 13:30 - 2027-06-13 15:30 | Chapel, Bryce Hall, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 2E9, Canada
Have you ever listened to a barbershop quartet or choir sing in perfect harmony and been mesmerized by the sounds? Are you an adult singer of any experience level looking for a unique musical experience to share with other music lovers, while fostering a sense of community? Our new A Cappella Singing for Adults group will focus on discovering new skills in a supportive, low pressure environment where students feel safe to try new things while allowing their voices and ears to develop. The goal is to focus on listening and working together, first in unison and eventually in multiple harmonies as you explore multiple genres of music and sound together. Led by the incomparable Chrystl Bartel, prepare yourself to exceed your own musical expectations! This program includes two (optional) recital opportunities per year.
Please note that this is a year-long program, and students can register at any point during the year. The cost is $150/month, so when you register, you’ll pay your first $150 monthly installment online, then our office will contact you to set up automatic payment withdrawals. If you’d prefer to pay by a one-time, lump-sum payment, our office can help with that.
Accessibility: The chapel (where this group class is held) is accessible by a ramp outside Bryce Hall. Once you enter the building, you’ll find a gender neutral, accessible washroom available to you. An accessibility map can be viewed here. To request accommodations (including access to Bryce Hall from the top of the ramp), please email info@mcma.ca or call 204-988-7650 upon registration.
To register, click on the plus sign on the ticket below to select the desired amount of tickets. Then click on the purple “Get Tickets” button. Fill in the registration information for each student, then click on the purple “Checkout Now” button.
If you are experiencing difficulty with the online registration process, please call our office at (204) 988-7650 to register by phone.
If the class is full, click on the purple “notify me” button to get notified if a spot becomes available.

Intro to Musical Theatre-2:30 pm (fall)
2026-09-13 14:30 - 2026-10-04 15:15 | Ensemble room, Bryce Hall, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 2E9, Canada

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation-office closed
2026-09-30 00:00 - 23:59 | Manitoba
There will be no lessons or classes on Wednesday, September 30 in observance of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

Thanksgiving-office closed
2026-10-12 00:00 - 23:59 | Manitoba
There will be no lessons or classes on Monday, October 12 in observance of Thanksgiving.

Musical Storytime-9:30 am (fall)
2026-10-17 09:30 - 2026-12-05 10:15 | Ensemble room, Bryce Hall, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 2E9, Canada
What can we find as we tiptoe through the forest, fly through space, or zoom around in a car? This parented group will explore various themes each week through singing, movement, instrument exploration, and books. This hands-on group is a fun and engaging place to introduce your child to early musical concepts, build social connections, and foster a love for music.
Accessibility: Our ensemble room (where this group class is held) is accessible by a ramp outside Bryce Hall. Once you enter the building, you’ll find a gender neutral, accessible washroom available to you. This is next to a push plate activated door leading to our ensemble room. There is a Handi-Transit stop across the street from Bryce Hall. An accessibility map can be viewed here. To request accommodations (including access to Bryce Hall from the top of the ramp), please email info@mcma.ca or call 204-988-7650 upon registration.
To register, click on the plus sign on the ticket below to select the desired amount of tickets. Then click on the purple “Get Tickets” button. Fill in the registration information for each student, then click on the purple “Checkout Now” button.
If you are experiencing difficulty with the online registration process, please call our office at (204) 988-7650 to register by phone.
If the class is full, click on the purple “notify me” button to get notified if a spot becomes available.

Adventures in Music-10:30 am (fall)
2026-10-17 10:30 - 2026-12-05 11:15 | Ensemble room, Bryce Hall, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 2E9, Canada
This un-parented group will use a variety of instruments, movement songs, and familiar tunes to create a fun space for connecting and making music. It is a great class for kids who are ready to start learning simple musical skills such as pitch matching, keeping a steady beat, and changing tempos. It will also be an introduction to collaborating and engaging in a class environment and developing independence.
Accessibility: Our ensemble room (where this group class is held) is accessible by a ramp outside Bryce Hall. Once you enter the building, you’ll find a gender neutral, accessible washroom available to you. This is next to a push plate activated door leading to our ensemble room. There is a Handi-Transit stop across the street from Bryce Hall. An accessibility map can be viewed here. To request accommodations (including access to Bryce Hall from the top of the ramp), please email info@mcma.ca or call 204-988-7650 upon registration.
To register, click on the plus sign on the ticket below to select the desired amount of tickets. Then click on the purple “Get Tickets” button. Fill in the registration information for each student, then click on the purple “Checkout Now” button.
If you are experiencing difficulty with the online registration process, please call our office at (204) 988-7650 to register by phone.
If the class is full, click on the purple “notify me” button to get notified if a spot becomes available.

Musical Storytime-11:30 am (fall)
2026-10-17 11:30 - 2026-12-05 12:15 | Ensemble room, Bryce Hall, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 2E9, Canada

Adventures in Music-12:30 pm (fall)
2026-10-17 12:30 - 2026-12-05 13:15 | Ensemble room, Bryce Hall, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 2E9, Canada
