MacPhail Center for Music

The Juneteenth flag featured in this post symbolizes freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of equality. Alongside it, we’ve highlighted songs that celebrate Black joy, freedom, hope, and cultural heritage.

At MacPhail, we recognize the significance of Juneteenth and celebrate the enduring contributions, strength, and creativity of the African American community. Through music, we strive to foster belonging, understanding, and positive change.

Happy Freedom Day!

Free fun for the whole family! Join us in Gold Medal Park on Saturday, June 27 for live music by The Bazillions. Thank you to our partners Be That Neighbor 💫

https://macphail.org/events/macphail-presents-kidsfest-at-gold-medal-park/

Congratulations to high school graduate, James Pumphrey 🎓

This fall, James will attend Northwestern University to study Voice & Opera Performance 🎶👏

MacPhail Center for Music is proud to announce the recipients of the 2026 McKnight Foundation Fellowship for Musicians: Helen Chang Haertzen, Kyle Motl, Michael Ward-Bergeman, and Room3.

Administered by MacPhail for the past 30 years, the McKnight Fellowship for Musicians is one of Minnesota’s most significant awards for mid-career musicians. https://macphail.org/2026-mcknight-musician-fellows/

🎻 Bravo, Cello Rock!

Last weekend, MacPhail's Cello Rock Suzuki Ensemble took the stage at the Twin Cities Asian Fair, sharing their music with festival attendees and representing MacPhail in the community.

Performance opportunities like these help students build confidence, connect with audiences, and experience the joy of making music together.

Congratulations to our students and faculty member Andrea Glass on a wonderful performance! 👏