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  • Free drop-in group music lessons

    Free drop-in group music lessons

    Have you heard about our Music Equals Tune In program, presented in partnership with the West End Cultural Centre? This after school drop-in program offers free music instruction on the guitar, bass, drums, voice and keyboards for youth ages 8-18, plus a snack! Professional musicians provide two hours of instruction and mentorship every Tuesday during…

  • New Baby Beats classes hosted at Winnipeg Public Libraries

    New Baby Beats classes hosted at Winnipeg Public Libraries

    We have exciting news! Our Baby Beats classes at Scout Coffee (1199 Rothesay Street) have proven to be so popular that we have now added additional satellite locations-the Cornish Public Library, the St. Boniface Public Library, and the Louis Riel Library! Baby Beats is a parented early childhood music program for babies aged 0-3 that…

  • Save money with our Winter Intro Offer!

    Save money with our Winter Intro Offer!

    You don’t have much time left to sign up for our Winter Intro Offer! This discounted six week private lesson package is for those who have never taken a lesson, or want to try a new discipline, or would like to get reacquainted with their instrument after taking some time away. For $149 (a savings…

  • Win up to 25 bottles of wine with our wine raffle!

    Win up to 25 bottles of wine with our wine raffle!

    Our annual wine raffle is finally here! This is your chance to help us raise money for our Music Equals program! We’re selling tickets at a cost of 1 for $10, 3 for $20, or 10 for $60 until February 11, 2026. As a registered, non-profit charitable organization, our mission is to provide accessibility and…

  • Bursaries are now available

    Bursaries are now available

    Bursaries are now available for individual instruction with the student’s instructor of choice, for any instrument, from piano to voice to guitar, just to name a few. These tuition credits will be awarded to students who face social or financial barriers to pursuing music lessons. Criteria: A limited number of bursaries are available and are awarded on the basis…

  • You’re invited to our AGM!

    You’re invited to our AGM!

    Would you like to learn more about the Manitoba Conservatory of Music & Arts? You’re invited to take part in our AGM on October 29 at 6 pm in our Ensemble Room. We hope to see you there!

  • Limited time special offer for individual instruction

    Limited time special offer for individual instruction

    We have good news-registration is now open for individual instruction for the 2025-2026 academic year! Our highly-qualified faculty members teach a wide range of musical styles and instruments, from piano, violin, and guitar to voice lessons and more. Each of our instructors have a degree in music or the equivalent in performance experience. Our regular registration fee is $50, but if you sign up during…

  • Thank you Red River Co-op!

    Thank you Red River Co-op!

    A huge thank you to Red River Co-op for their generous support of our Music Equals program for the 2025-26 program year! Red River Co-op is a local business that loves to pledge their support to community organizations providing services and resources to the folks who need it most. We appreciate the recognition of just…

  • A huge thank you to our wine raffle supporters!

    A huge thank you to our wine raffle supporters!

    We’d like to extend a huge thank you to our wine raffle supporters! Every one of you who supported our Music Equals program through our wine raffle have made a huge difference in the lives of so many in our community. Thanks to you, we’ll deliver music programming accessible to everyone, regardless of skill, age,…

  • The importance of continuing music education beyond childhood

    The importance of continuing music education beyond childhood

    The benefits of music education in childhood are well known. We know that learning a new instrument builds confidence, improves memory and coordination, and develops perseverance. But what are the benefits of continuing music education beyond childhood? Here at the Manitoba Conservatory of Music & Arts, we believe the benefits of learning to play an…

  • How to choose the right music teacher for you or your child

    How to choose the right music teacher for you or your child

    Have you been wondering how to choose the right music teacher for you or your child? The student/instructor combination has a huge impact on a student’s learning, achieving and enjoyment of their musical experience. It’s important to make the best match possible! We believe so strongly in the importance of finding the right student/instructor combination,…

  • The benefits of a consultation

    The benefits of a consultation

    Did you know that we offer a free consultation with a member of our faculty before registering? It’s true! We believe so strongly in the importance of finding the right student/instructor combination, that we offer prospective students the chance to meet with an instructor at no cost to them. What are the benefits of a…