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THEATREDANCEVISUAL ARTexists to provide qualityarts education andperformance by nurturingand encouraging artisticexpression in childrenand adults. Our serviceto the community rangesfrom recreational to preprofessional performingand visual arts curriculumand programming designedto provide physicaland aesthetic benefits,heightened self-respect,discipline, and confidence.MUSICThe MinnesotaConservatoryfor the Arts
MUSICPrivate LessonsMCA offers private lessons for allages and abilities! Our experiencedteaching artists prepare students fora lifetime enjoyment of music. Privatelessons are offered year–round.Instruction available in flute, clarinet,oboe, saxophone, trumpet, Frenchhorn, trombone, baritone, tuba, violin,cello, guitar, bass, piano, percussion,and voice. Students will be expectedto purchase method books theinstructor feels best address thestudents’ needs. Students havethe opportunity to perform duringMCA’s annual fall, winter, or summerconcerts and other performanceopportunities based upon instructorrecommendations. 4 30-minute lessons: 76 8 30-minute lessons: 144 12 30-minute lessons: 204NEW! Thanks to the support of CafeCongo & Winona Hims, need–basedscholarship assistance is available forprivate instruction.Lesson dates and times arranged throughMCA. Payment plan options exclude privatelessons. Private lessons must be paid in fullbefore scheduling lessons.5NEW! Piano Discoveries IYour child can begin his or herjourney to a lifelong love of pianoby joining us for this low–key, butengaging introductory group pianoclass. Students will have fun as theylearn new songs and play gamesthat will unlock musical skills suchas notation, listening skills, properposture, and hand placement. Basicreading ability and access to akeyboard or piano for practice isrecommended for optimal success.Session II is a continuation ofsession I, ideal for students who arecontinuing. (Free use of pianos atMCA possible subject to availability).Date: Session I: Jan. 13-March 2Session II: March 16-May 11(no class April 13)Day:MondaysTime: 5–6 pmAge:6–9 yearsCost: 155 each session (includingtextbook material)Instructor: L. DouglasClass Piano for Adults:Keyboard MusicianshipLevel IHave you always wanted to learn toplay the piano? Here is your chanceto enjoy a low–stress introduction tothe keyboard! This course is designedfor students who have never takenpiano lessons or have taken lessonsa long time ago. The training inthis class intends to create musicalexperiences that will enhance yourkeyboard playing skills and also yourlife. The only prerequisites are thatyou wish to learn and want to havefun in our brand new, state-of-the-artpiano lab.Date: Jan. 14–March 3Day:Class Piano for Adults:Keyboard MusicianshipLevels II & IIIOnce you complete KeyboardMusicianship I or II, pick up exactlywhere you left off to continue yourmusical journey! These classes aredesigned for students who wish tocontinue developing their keyboardskills at the next level.Date: Jan. 14–March 3Day:TuesdaysTime: 1–2 pm, Level IInoon–1 pm, Level IIIAge:18 years Cost: 152 (textbook not included)*Instructor: L. MechellTuesdaysTime: 3:30–4:30 pmAge:18 years Cost: 152 (textbook not included)*Instructor: L. Mechell*Textbook for Keyboard Musicianship Level I, II, and III is purchased byparticipant and is used for all three levels: “Keyboard Fundamentalsfor Adult Beginners,” Seventh edition by James Lyke, Denise Edwards,Geoffrey Haydon, Ronald Chioldi, and Lee Evans 2017. ISBN: 978-1-60904503-6, Stipes Publishing Company.
Jazz combos help students learnthe art of jazz in a small ensemblesetting. The jazz combo sessionwill provide basic instruction injazz-related rhythm, tone, style,concept, listening skills, andimprovisation. The ultimate goalof these ensembles is to giveinterested students the opportunityto study and perform jazzensemble literature. The comboswill play at a variety of communityperformances. All musicians andinstruments are welcome, butspace is limited.Valéncia ChoraleThe Valéncia Chorale is acommunity–mixed choir open tosingers in the Winona area. Underthe direction of Dr. Patrick O’Shea,the Valéncia Chorale exploresmusic of a wide range of periodsand genres, presenting two seasonconcerts per year in the beautifulChapel of St. Mary of the Angelsor other area venues. Singers areexpected to complete a placementaudition, which may be donefollowing registration. Prior choralexperience and music readingability is helpful, but not required.Date: Jan. 7–March 18(No class March 10–11)Date: Rehearsals begin Jan. 16Day/Time: T ues. 6:30–7:30 pm,Wed. 6:15–7:15 pm,7:15–8:15 pm*Time: 7:15–8:45 pmAge:Grades 6–12Cost: 109Instructor: D. GudmastadDay:ThursdaysDirector: Dr. Patrick O’SheaNEW! Music ExplorersCome and explore music throughsinging, instrument play, andmovement. We will experiencesteady beat, use symbolic musicnotation, improvise our ownrhythms and melodies, andencounter music from around theworld.Date: Jan. 16–Feb. 27Day:ThursdaysTime: 9:30–10 amAge:4–7 yearsInstructor: Lindsy O’SheaCost: 33NEW! Homeschool MusicEncountersWhether you’ve taken years ofpiano lessons or you’re brandnew to studying music, you willdelight in making music with othersduring this engaging general musicclass. Get ready to sing, use bodypercussion, and play classroominstruments while working tounderstand music notation,performing works of others, andcreating your own tunes.MUSICJazz CombosDate: Jan. 16–Feb. 27Day:ThursdaysTime: 10–11 amAge: 8–14 yearsInstructor: Lindsy O’SheaCost: 52Age: 18 years (age 14–17 years,with consent of director)Cost: 40*Combo practice times are flexible anddependent on the needs of the membersand performance schedules. Contactdirector with questions.mnconservatoryforthearts.org6
VISUAL ARTNEW! Kids Can PrintGet ready to explore the art of printmaking andmonotypes. You will have the opportunity to learnthe step by step process used to make an editionof prints or collection of monoprints.Date: Jan. 6–27NEW! Drawing from LifeGet inspired by the life around you as you learn totake a closer look and apply drawing techniquesin your creative ventures. From shading tocrosshatching, we will explore them all.Date: Feb. 10–March 2Instructor: B. HauptDay: MondaysTime: 5:30–6:30 pmAge: 14 years Cost: 45 (includes all supplies)Instructor: B. HauptNEW! Zoom InCreate a Comic WorkshopDay:MondaysTime/Age: 4 :30–5:30 pm, grades 1–35:30–6:30 pm, grades 4 Cost: 59 (includes all supplies)Time: 4:30–5:30 pmThis workshop is in celebration of Free ComicBook Day (always the first Saturday in May).During the workshop, young artists will celebratethe art of comic books and learn how to createtheir very own comic. Drawing comics is a greatway to promote literacy skills and an opportunityfor kids to flex their creative muscles.Age:Date: Saturday, May 2Grab your pencil and get ready to zoom in on life.Learn drawing techniques and how to transferwhat you see onto paper.Date: Feb. 10–March 2Day:MondaysGrades 4 Cost: 59 (includes all supplies)Instructor: B. HauptTime/Age: 9–10 am, grades K–210:15–11:45 am, grades 3–5Noon–1:30 pm, grades 6 Cost: 15Instructor: B. Haupt7
Warm-up your hands, it’s time to sculpt, fold,and engineer art that pops off the page orstands on its own. MCA will provide materialsfrom clay to wires and colorful paper, all youhave to bring is your imagination and a readinessto learn new techniques.Date: March 12–April 23 (No class on April 9)Day:ThursdaysTime: 1–2:15 pmCost: 63Galleria Valéncia ScheduleDecember — MCA Printmaking Studio ExhibitJanuary — “A Walk in the Park,” with paintingsof nature inspired by our MinnesotaState Parks by Heidi BaconFebruary — Riverway Learning CommunityVISUAL ARTNEW! Homeschoolers Working in 3-DMarch — National PTA Reflections, MinnesotaentriesMay — Winona Area HomeschoolersInstructor: L. Douglasmnconservatoryforthearts.org8
THEATREPeanut Butter & Jelly PlayersChildren’s imaginations will soar as they recreatestorybook tales through dramatization, musicand dance. Each week your child will have funusing theatrical exercises, sing-a-longs andmovement games as they prepare for a smallperformance on the last day of class where theywill show off their newly-honed skills.Date: Jan. 11–March 21 (No class on Feb. 8)Day:SaturdaysTime: 9:45–10:15 amAge:4–6 yearsCost: 80Instructor: C. DeysachNEW! Create Your Own ComedyShowDesigned for people who like to laugh and wantto make others laugh with them, this class willtake students through the process of creatinga comedy show. Half of the class will be spentlearning improv games and doing scene work.The other half will be spent working together tocreate an original short comedy play. The classwill conclude with a performance of the classfavorite improv games and their 100%-originalplay, complete with costumes and props!Whether your child is a seasoned improviser, anundiscovered comedy genius, or this is their firsttime dabbling in anything comedic, this class hasa place for them to shine. This project is led bySaint Mary’s University theatre student AhnikaLexvold and guided by MCA staff.Date: Jan. 20–March 27Day:Mondays and FridaysTime: 4–5 pmAge:10–14 yearsCapacity: 15Cost: 60Instructor: Ahnika Lexvold9CinderellaPrairie Fire Children’s Theatre is back! Studentswill be cast in the original musical production of“Cinderella,” a rock and roll version of the classictale set in the ’50s. Any student registeredwill be cast in this week-long production. Allcast members are required to participate inthe audition process on April 20 to determinetheir role. Cast members MUST be availablefor rehearsals Monday–Friday, 4–8:15 p.m.Performances are on Friday, April 24, at 7 p.m.and Saturday, April 25, at 2 p.m. Performancesare in MCA’s Academy Theatre at the ValénciaArts Center.Date: April 20–25Day:Monday–SaturdayTime: TBA (depends on role assigned, see timeframes above)Age:7–18 yearsCost: 69Instructor(s): Professional actors/directors fromPrairie Fire Children’s TheatreTicket Cost: 6 Adults & 5 Students(Tickets on sale during MCAbusiness hours April 20–25 and onehour before performances at thedoor. Cash or check only.)
THEATRE“Frozen” Dance & Art AdventureBack by popular demand. There will be milesof smiles as students dance and craft their waythrough a magical journey, unleashing theirimaginations in this workshop centered aroundthe movie “Frozen” and perfectly timed to alignwith Winona’s Winter Carnival celebrations andFrozen River Film Festival.Date: Saturday, Feb. 8Time: 12:15–2:15 pmAge:Preschool (3–5 years) and grades K–2Cost: 19 (snack included)Instructor: R. Racki & A. Pelowskimnconservatoryforthearts.org10
BALLETPre-Ballet for 4-year-oldsAn imaginative, technique-basedintroduction to classical ballet,perfect for your 5-year-old.Date: Thursdays, Jan. 9–March 12Time: 4:30–5:15 pmAge: 5 years (by Jan. 1)Cost: 90Instructor: J. DiengerDance Adventures Ages 4-6Beginning BalletDo you have a little one who lovesto twist and spin and dance aroundthe room? If so, they will love thissampler class which is a blend ofcreative movement, ballet technique,and games. Students will loveexpressing themselves throughmovement, gaining knowledge ofdifferent dance forms and benefitingfrom moving in space with others.Date: Saturdays, Jan. 11–March 7(No class Feb. 8)Time: 9–9:30 amAge: 4–6 years (by Jan. 1)Cost: 64Instructor: J. Dienger11Pre-Ballet for 5-year-oldsPlayful and engaging first steps intoclassical ballet.Date: Mondays, Jan. 6–March 9Time: 4:15–4:45 pmAge: 4 years (by Jan. 1)Cost: 80Instructor: R. Ryan-DahlgrenContinued introduction toclassical ballet. Designed to buildcoordination, strength and bodyawareness through a range ofcreative techniques.Date: Wednesdays, Jan. 8–March 11Time: 4:15–5:15 pmAge: 6 years (by Jan. 1)Cost: 100Instructor: R. Ryan-DahlgrenBallet IBeginning classical ballet basics,including introduction of barre work.Date: Mondays, Jan. 6–March 9Time: 4:45–5:45 pmAge: 7 years (by Jan. 1)Cost: 100Instructor: R. Ryan-DahlgrenNEW! Ballet TOOThis class is for the dancer who hasadvanced out of Ballet I and wantsto continue her or his ballet training,but is not able to commit to moreintensive instruction. As the classmeets once per week, it is a greatoption for contemporary dancerswho want to continue working ontechnique and proper placement.*Date: Mondays, Jan. 6–March 9Time: 6–7:15 pmCost: 125Instructor: R. Ryan-DahlgrenBallet IIFast beginning level of classicalballet.*Date: Tuesdays and Fridays,Jan. 7–March 13Time: Tuesdays, 4:30–5:30 pm;Fridays, 4:15–5:30 pmCost: 216 (22.5 hours/20 classes)Instructor: R. NehringBallet IIIIntermediate level of classical ballet.*Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays,Jan. 7–March 12Time: Tuesdays 5:30–7 pm;Thursdays 5:15–6:30 pmCost: 264 (27.5 hours/20 classes)Instructors: R. NehringBallet IVFast intermediate level of classicalballet. Including pre-pointe.*Date: Tuesdays and Fridays,Jan. 7–March 13Time: Tuesdays, 5:30–7 pm;Fridays, 5:45–8 pmCost: 349 (37.5 hours/30 classesInstructor: R. Nehring*Class placement is by recommendation of the instructor.
Fast intermediate level of classicalballet and pointe technique.*Date: Wednesdays, Thursdays,Fridays and Saturdays,Jan. 8–March 13 (No classFeb. 8)Time: Wednesdays 5:30–7 pm(R. Ryan-Dahlgren)Thursdays 4–5:50 pm(T. Schmidt)Fridays 5:45–7:15 pm(R. Nehring)Saturdays 9:45–11:15 am(J. Dienger)One hour Pointe class asdetermined by instructor.Cost: Females 673 (48 class/72 hours), Males 539(38 classes/ 62 hours)Ballet VI, VII & PointePointe TechniqueAdvanced pre-professional level ofclassical ballet and conditioning,including the appropriate level ofpointe technique.*Date: Mondays, Wednesdays,Thursdays, and Saturdays,Jan. 6–March 12 (No classFeb. 8)Time: Mondays 5:30–7 pm(R. Nehring)Wednesdays 5:30–7 pm(R. Ryan-Dahlgren)Thursdays 4–5:50 pm(T. Schmidt)Saturdays 9:45–11:15 am(J. Dienger)One hour Pointe class asdetermined by instructor.Cost: Females 794 (58 classes/85 hours); Males 651 (48classes/75 hours)Placement is determined byinstructor. Tuition is included inthe Ballet V, VI, or VII class fee forfemale students.Pre-Pointe:Fridays 7:15-8 pm (R. Nehring)Beginning Pointe:Fridays 7:30–8:30 pm (R. Nehring)Intermediate/Advanced Pointe:Mondays 7:15–8:15 pm (R. Nehring)Progressing BalletTechniqueThis class utilizes exercise balls andbands to develop muscle memoryfor increasing strength, stability,flexibility and range of motion forall dance genres, but is specificallydesigned for the demands of ballettechnique. A small class size of only8-10 ensures that each dancer hasthe benefit of personal correctionsfrom the instructor. Dancers ages12 years and older are welcome, noexperience necessary. No discountsmay be applied to this class.Beginning/Intermediate Level:Wednesdays, Jan. 8–March 11,4–5 pmIntermediate/Advanced Level:Mondays, Jan. 6–March 9,4–5:15 pmAge: 12 years Cost: 96 for once a week or 160when you register for bothInstructor: T. Schmidt, Licensedand Certified PBT InstructorDANCEBallet V & Pointemnconservatoryforthearts.org12
TAP & JAZZ & CONTEMPORARYMCA Holiday Tap Jam toWarm-up WinonaCalling all tappers! Tap students ages5 and older are invited to participatein this fun-filled Holiday Tap Jam.The workshop will include techniquewarm-ups, choreography, andimprovisation — all to some favoriteholiday tunes!Date: Tuesday, Dec. 10Time: Tap for Kids 5:15–6 pm;Tap I & II, 5–6 pm;Tap III, IV & V, 4:30–6 pmCost: Free, but donations of warmclothing or food to warmbellies will be collected anddistributed locally.Instructors: J . Beachle, N. Graff,C. Martin, J. MeinkeTap for KidsAn introduction to the fundamentalsof tap dance for students ages 5–7.Students will engage in rhythmgames and tap exercises through thisfun, rhythm-filled class. Tap shoes inmost sizes are available to borrow.Date: Saturdays, Jan. 11–March 14Time: 9–9:45 amAge: 5–7 years (by Jan. 1)Cost: 90Instructor: J. MeinkeTap IIAn intermediate level of rhythmtap technique. Students will beintroduced to exercises and conceptsto increase articulation of sounds,musicality, sequencing abilities,and expand the student’s tapvocabulary.*Date: Saturdays, Jan. 11–March 14Time: 9:45–10:45 amCost: 100Instructor: J. MeinkeTap IIITap IA beginning level of rhythm tap forstudents ages 8 and up. Studentswill engage in rhythm games andtap exercises to build a strongfoundation of tap technique. Tapshoes in most sizes are availableto borrow.Date: Saturdays, Jan. 11- March 14Time: 10:45–11:45 amAge: 8 years (by Jan. 1)Cost: 100Instructor: J. BeachleA fast intermediate and advancedlevel of rhythm tap techniqueincluding the exploration ofimprovisation and choreography.Classes will focus on rudiments,canon work, and routines in bothhistoric and contemporary styles.*Date: Fridays & Saturdays, Jan. 10–March 13 (No class Feb. 7–8)Time: Fridays, 4–5:30 pmSaturdays, 11:45 am–1:15 pmCost: 207 (17 classes, 21.5 hours)Instructor: J. Dienger*Class placement is by recommendation of the instructor.13
Tap IV & VAn advanced level of rhythm taptechnique. Classes will include anemphasis on more complex rhythmpatterns, syncopation, and musicalphrasing, technically and artisticallychallenging choreography,improvisation, a cappella andcanon work, tapping to live music/accompaniment, and opportunitiesto attend master classes andfestivals.*Date: Fridays & Saturdays, Jan. 10–March 13 (No class Feb. 7–8)Time: Fridays, 4–5:30 pmSaturdays, 11:45 am–1:15 pmCost: 245 (17 classes, 25.5 hours)Instructor: J. DiengerJazz IIIIntermediate and advanced level oftraditional jazz dance.*Date: Tuesdays, Jan. 7–March 10Time: 7:15–8:30 pmCost: 125 (10 classes, 12.5 hours)Instructor: J. DiengerNEW! Intro to ContemporaryDance Ages 7–10 yearsIntermediate/AdvancedContemporary DanceNEW! Intro to ContemporaryDance Ages 11 yearsDate: Saturdays, Jan. 11–March 7(No class Feb. 8)This is a beginning study ofcontemporary dance, an expressivedance genre that combineselements of modern, jazz, andclassical ballet.Date: Wednesdays, Jan. 8–March 11Time: 5:15–6 pmAge: 7–10 (by Jan. 1)Cost: 90Instructor: J. DiengerThis is an introduction to thestudy of contemporary dance,an expressive dance genre thatcombines elements of modern,jazz, and classical ballet. In additionto exploring dance technique,dancers will also focus on initiationof movement and emotional intentbehind each combination.An intermediate-advancedstudy of contemporary dance,an expressive dance genre thatcombines elements of modern,jazz, and classical ballet. In additionto exploring dance technique,dancers will also focus on initiationfor movement and emotionalintent behind each combination.Best suited for dancers in BalletIV , Modern III , Jazz III at MCA orequivalent experience.*DANCEYTime: 1:30–2:45 pmCost: 100Instructor: J. DiengerDate: Wednesdays, Jan. 8–March 11Time: 5:15–6:15 pmAge:11 yearsCost: 100Instructor: J. Diengermnconservatoryforthearts.org14
MODERN & HIP HOPIntermediate/AdvancedModernThis class will build furtherconfidence in dancers on their handsor feet — in the air or on the ground— while nurturing dynamic andexpressive movers. Students will gainmore knowledge and clarity aroundcontrasting techniques such asCunningham, Limon, Graham, Horton,release, and Bartinieff, while buildinghigher-level skills in movementimprovisation, composition andpartnering.*Date: Tuesdays, Jan. 7–March 10Time: 5:30–7 pmCost: 144Instructor: R. RackiBeginning Hip-HopGet ready to move to the beat in thisfun introduction into the world ofhip-hop dance with music and movesjust right for your age.Hip-Hop IThis is an introduction to movementinfluenced by hip-hop music fromacross the globe including breaking,popping, locking, and standard hiphop tricks and jumps.Date: Tuesday, Jan. 7–March 10Time: 6:15–7:15 pmAge:Time: 4–5:15 pmHip-Hop VInstructor: J. Dien
Jazz Combos Jazz combos help students learn the art of jazz in a small ensemble setting. The jazz combo session will provide basic instruction in jazz-related rhythm, tone, style, concept, listening skills, and improvisation. The ultimate goal of these ensembles is to give interested students the opportunity to study and perform jazz
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