MacPhail Center for Music offers week-long summer music camps in downtown Minneapolis for young people ages 3-18, from absolute beginners to experienced players. Themed camps such as Rock and Roll, Percussion, and Sing Play Act pair instruction with ensemble playing. It is a nonprofit community music school and financial aid is available.
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We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact MacPhail Center For Music directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Tanya JeanGreat place to send your child for piano lessons
★★★★★Lovie Kiddthe front desk staff is such a great help for all your needs. the classroom teachers are so nurturing to all the kids in the the class. even the teachers just in the hallways are always pleasant and polite and willing to help. They are all so delightful and we look forward to going every week ❤️
★★★★★Matt FaltesekI have been participating in the New Horizons Orchestra here for many years. If you are looking for orchestral instruction, violin, or viola lessons, ask for Karen Moon.
★★★★★TinaWe've been coming to Macphail for 15 years from when our son was an infant to do baby music classes to now when he's an advanced Suzuki piano and violin student. The instructors are top notch. They know how to both encourage and push students to advance. Each music studio is well insulated and the performance hall is great.
★★★★★FTMAbsolutely wonderful place to learn any instrument! Teachers are nice, motivating and understanding, and you can learn just about anything many times faster than anywhere else! The only complaint is about the cramped waiting room.