The Tune-In Music Program, presented in partnership between Music Equals and the West End Cultural Centre, offers 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 on Tuesdays, from 4-6 pm at the West End Cultural Centre […]
There will be no lessons or classes on Monday, October 12 in observance of Thanksgiving.
Ages 0-3. Music Equals Baby Beats is a FREE, virtual parented early childhood music program for babies 0-3 focusing on musical foundations and helping parents understand how their babies learn. Little ones gain fine and gross motor skills, mirror their parents, discover tempo and rhythm by dancing and playing with scarves or body percussion, match pitch and find joy in musical storytelling-all from the comfort of their own home. This full funded program prioritizes flexibility and works as a drop in program, so families can participate as frequently as they are able.
Ages 18+. Are you an adult who has always wanted to learn an instrument? Ukulele is an incredibly accessible and fun way to explore musicianship at any age. This four week introduction to chords, strumming, and singing to your favourite classics is a great way to pursue that dream of playing an instrument as an adult. This class is all about fun, camaraderie, and shared experiences in a space reserved for adults! Instruments are provided.
Ages 18+. We are pleased to introduce a class that focuses strictly on vocal technique for Jazz, Blues and similar styles of singing. Led by MCMA Vocal Workshop Instructor Adèle M. Wilding, singers will be introduced to basic skills to facilitate effective singing: posture, breathing and support, and vocal placement, among other skills. Weeks one to four will explore basic technique. Weeks five and six will feature song sharing activities.
Ages 18+. This class is all about FUN! It’s designed for all of us who have ever wanted to dance and sing our way out of the theatre after watching a musical! Learn the basics of musical theatre: acting, singing, and choreography in a fun, relaxed, and supportive environment. No experience required. Classes will include some fun warm-ups, drama games, acting and movement, and basic dance moves. Invite your friends to join you for a fun and fabulous afternoon!
Ages 18+. If you love to sing Jazz or Blues and/or have participated in our past Blues Singing for Adults classes, this is the class for you! This student-led class will focus on repertoire building, performance technique and song sharing in both genres. Although new jazz and blues songs will be explored, participants are encouraged to bring songs from their own repertoire to each class. Weeks one to four will explore the above learning objectives, while weeks five and six will prepare singers for performance settings. This class overlaps with the Vocal Technique for Jazz and Blues Singing. Registration for the Vocal Technique class is encouraged but not necessary.
Ages 0-2. Baby Beats is a parented early childhood music program for babies 0-2 that focuses on musical foundations and social skill development. Babies gain fine and gross motor skills, learn how to wait their turn, discover tempo and rhythm by dancing and playing with scarves or body percussion, match pitch and find joy in musical storytelling.
Ages 0-2. Baby Beats is a parented early childhood music program for babies 0-2 that focuses on musical foundations and social skill development. Babies gain fine and gross motor skills, learn how to wait their turn, discover tempo and rhythm by dancing and playing with scarves or body percussion, match pitch and find joy in musical storytelling.
Join us for our Halloween recital in Convocation Hall! Ask your instructor about signing up.
Ages 0-3. Baby Beats is a parented early childhood music program for babies 0-3 that focusses on musical foundations and social skill development. Babies gain fine and gross motor skills, learn how to wait their turn, discover tempo and rhythm by dancing and playing with scarves or body percussion, match pitch and find joy in musical storytelling.
Ages 0-3. Baby Beats is a parented early childhood music program for babies 0-3 that focusses on musical foundations and social skill development. Babies gain fine and gross motor skills, learn how to wait their turn, discover tempo and rhythm by dancing and playing with scarves or body percussion, match pitch and find joy in musical storytelling.
Ages 6+. The MCMA is so excited to offer an introductory experience of Indigenous Dance! Learn the basics and teachings of some familiar Indigenous Dances. This four week program is for EVERYONE, ages six & up. Our gifted instructor, Meg Olmstead, will not only show you the steps, but create space for understanding and teaching of why those steps exist. Children and adults are welcome to register and participate equally as this is intended as a community building program!
There will be no lessons or classes on Wednesday, November 11 in observance of Remembrance Day.
Ages 7-9. Does your child show interest in piano and is looking to explore that before committing to private lessons? Intro to Piano is a four week introductory group class focusing on some piano FUNdamentals in a supportive group environment. Geared for children aged 7-9, they will get to spend time playing with others, getting introduced to note reading, and making music in a small group. This class is intended to explore musical and instrumental options in a little more depth to support later individual study.
Ages 7-9. Does your child show interest in piano and is looking to explore that before committing to private lessons? Intro to Piano is a four week introductory group class focusing on some piano FUNdamentals in a supportive group environment. Geared for children aged 7-9, they will get to spend time playing with others, getting introduced to note reading, and making music in a small group. This class is intended to explore musical and instrumental options in a little more depth to support later individual study.
Ages 7-9. Is your child curious about becoming a strings player? Local violinist Clair Tang will use creative ways to introduce the violin to little hands! This four week introduction program will cover the basics of posture, bow holds, tone production, notation and getting those fingers down on the string for their first notes. The goal is to discover aptitude, interest, fun music making and community. Tuition includes the cost of a monthly instrument rental.
Join us for our Student Holiday recital in Convocation Hall! Ask your instructor about signing up.
Our office will be closed from December 18–January 3 for our winter break.
Ages 4-7. 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 piano? Violin? Ukulele? Brass? Try them all!
Ages 4-7. 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 piano? Violin? Ukulele? Brass? Try them all!
Ages 3-5. 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!
Ages 3-5. 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!
Ages 2-3. 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.
Ages 4-5. 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.
Ages 2-3. 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.
Ages 4-5. 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.
There will be no lessons or classes on Monday, February 15 in observance of Louis Riel Day.
There will be no lessons or classes on Sunday, March 28 in observance of Easter Sunday.
Our office will be closed from March 29-April 4 for spring break.
There will be no lessons or classes on Monday, May 24 in observance of Victoria Day.
Join us for our Musical Foundations recital/Adult Student Year-End recital/Scholarship recital in Convocation Hall! Ask your instructor about signing up.
Join us for our Student Year-End recital in Convocation Hall! Ask your instructor about signing up.
Our last day of lessons for this academic year will be on Saturday, June 12.
