Office closed for summer break
2026-06-26 00:00 - 2026-07-05 23:59 (America/Toronto) | 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.

Baby Beats Scout Coffee location-9 am (summer)
2026-07-13 09:00 - 2026-08-24 09:45 | Scout Coffee, 1199 Rothesay Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R2G 1T6, Canada
Baby Beats is a parented early childhood music program for babies 0-3 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.
Please note that this class takes place at one of our satellite locations, Scout Coffee (1199 Rothesay Street, Winnipeg).
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-10:30 am (summer)
2026-07-14 10:30 - 2026-08-18 11:15 | 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 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. 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.

Intro to Musical Theatre-11 am (summer)
2026-07-14 11:00 - 2026-08-18 11:45 | Ensemble room, Bryce Hall, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 2E9, Canada

Baby Beats MCMA location-12:30 pm (summer)
2026-07-14 12:30 - 2026-08-18 13:15 | Ensemble room, Bryce Hall, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 2E9, Canada
Baby Beats is a parented early childhood music program for babies 0-3 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.
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.

Music and Madness-7 pm (summer)
2026-07-14 19:00 - 2026-08-18 20:00 | Online via Zoom, Canada
Why do we call it “madness” when it sounds like a masterpiece? Join us for an ear-opening exploration of music, history, and the human spirit. We’re moving past the clinical labels to celebrate the brilliance of artists who lived—and played—outside the lines.
Featuring the music of:

Nina Simone (The High Priestess of Soul)
Robert Schumann (The Romantic Visionary)
Sun Ra (The Cosmic Philosopher)
Iggy Pop (The Godfather of Punk)

Discover the history of patient activism and learn how culture can be the ultimate tool for healing. Your perspective on music will never be the same.
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-9:30 am (summer)
2026-07-15 09:30 - 2026-08-19 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 (summer)
2026-07-15 10:30 - 2026-08-19 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-12:30 pm (summer)
2026-07-15 12:30 - 2026-08-19 13:15 | Ensemble room, Bryce Hall, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 2E9, Canada

Adventures in Music-1:30 pm (summer)
2026-07-15 13:30 - 2026-08-19 14:15 | Ensemble room, Bryce Hall, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 2E9, Canada

Baby Beats Scout Coffee location-1 pm (summer)
2026-07-16 13:00 - 2026-08-20 13:45 | Scout Coffee, 1199 Rothesay Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R2G 1T6, Canada

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

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

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

Intro to Ukulele for Adults-1:30 pm (fall)
2026-10-17 13:30 - 2026-11-07 14:30 | Ensemble room, Bryce Hall, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 2E9, Canada
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.
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 Ukulele for Adults 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. 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.

Intro to Vocal Technique for Blues and Jazz Singers-2 pm (fall)
2026-10-17 14:00 - 2026-11-21 15:00 | Chapel, Bryce Hall, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 2E9, Canada
Upon request from the recent Blues Singing for Adults class, 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.
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.

Blues and Jazz Singing for Adults-3 pm (fall)
2026-10-17 15:00 - 2026-11-21 16:00 | Chapel, Bryce Hall, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 2E9, Canada
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.
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. 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.

Baby Beats MCMA location-1:30 pm (fall)
2026-10-18 13:30 - 2026-12-06 14:15 | Ensemble room, Bryce Hall, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 2E9, Canada
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.
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.

Baby Beats MCMA location-2:30 pm (fall)
2026-10-18 14:30 - 2026-12-06 15:15 | Ensemble room, Bryce Hall, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 2E9, Canada

Halloween recital
2026-10-25 13:00 - 14:00 | Convocation Hall
Join us for our Halloween recital in 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. 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.
