Laurel is a non-profit music school offering high quality music education and inclusive musical community in the heart of Saint Paul, MN.
Welcome to LAUREL.
MUSIC IS MORE FUN WITH FRIENDS!
From early childhood to seniors, from movement to mandolin—
Laurel has a wide range of opportunities to bring music into your life with our classes and ensembles.
This class is for students ages 3.5 – 5.5
In this class, children will explore music in a fun and engaging way while developing foundational skills. Through singing, movement, listening, and rhythm activities, kids will strengthen their listening, coordination, and focus. They will be introduced to basic musical concepts such as pitch, rhythm, and note reading in age-appropriate ways, laying a strong foundation for future instrumental learning. Students will also get to know different instruments and famous classical pieces, helping them connect music to stories and emotions.
Instructor: Ada Tzab
Schedule: Mondays, 5:30-6:15pm in Studio 2 (Laurel Early Childhood Classroom)
Total Classes: 4 sessions of 6 classes each, first session starts 9/21/26
Tuition: $155 per session
For students age 4-6.
A hands-on class for young children who would like to have fun in a kinesthetic group class, emphasizing piano basics, movement, visual art, and singing as a catalyst to get the fingers working on the keyboard. Guest instruments could appear from time to time, such as Celtic harp; hand drums, to reinforce rhythms and steady beat in children, a piano basics skill; ukuleles; and Tibetan singing bowls. Learning about how these other instruments work gives a basis to the piano work as well. Parents are asked to join us!
Instructor: Sandy Waterman
Schedule: Tuesdays 5:45pm to 6:30pm in Laurel Studio 2
4 Sessions throughout the year, 6 classes/session. Session 1 begins 9/22/26!
Tuition: $155/session
For students age 7-10.
Ready to try violin? This is a great class for brand new beginners or limited experience students who are not yet mastering posture and bow control. Claire uses a traditional method approach that combines elements of many pedagogical approaches; not strictly Suzuki.
Instructor: Claire Loudon
Schedule: Thursdays 6pm – 6:45pm in Studio 2
8 classes, running 9/24/26 – 12/3/26
Tuition: $185 total
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For students in Kindergarten through 6th grade.
Children’s Vocal Ensemble is an opportunity for young people to have a first experience singing in a small ensemble. Every voice is important, and young singers will have opportunities to sing solos, duets, and trios. Every class also incorporates age-appropriate lessons in music theory.
Instructor: Kathy Lee
Schedule: Tuesdays 5pm – 6pm in Laurel Recital Hall
Year Long Class - 32 classes plus performance opportunities. Starts 9/22/26
Tuition: $66.25/month for 8 months
For students age 14 – Adult; Age 10 – 13 welcome with parent.
Ding Dong! Ring in the holidays with Laurel! This beginner-friendly handbell choir will teach students ringing techniques, ensemble skills, and easy music reading. No previous music experience required - if you can count to 4, you can play the handbells… trust us! If you’re a veteran ringer, you’ll be able to practice your 4-in-hand skills and practice sight-reading on a variety of bells.
Families are encouraged to participate together.
Music will be selected from winter and holiday favorites.
Instructor: Andy Myers
Schedule: Sundays 2pm – 3pm in Laurel Recital Hall
4 classes November 1 – 22, with a showcase during the final class.
Tuition: $135 total
Available to violinists with AT LEAST 3 years experience. Youth, teens, and adults welcome!
(Strong violists who are very comfortable reading treble clef are welcome too!)
Have you been playing violin and want to learn how to play with a pick or explore new styles of music? Did you know that the mandolin has the same tuning as a violin? Did you know that there is violin music that also works for mandolin?
For years, violinists and fiddlers have found enjoyment thru playing mandolin and have found that its tuning makes it an easy way to learn a new instrument. Laurel School of Music teacher Scott Keever has created a workshop specifically for violinists interested in the mandolin.
In four sessions, you’ll learn how to hold the instrument and how to hold a pick; to play rhythm differently and how to play with frets; and how the mandolin works as a solo instrument and within an ensemble. Join us and explore how to play melodies AND CHORDS using this exciting cousin to the violin!
Don’t own a mandolin? NO PROBLEM!
Optional instrument loan is included in your workshop tuition – register to find out more!
Instructor: Scott Keever
Schedule: Saturdays 3pm – 4pm in Laurel Recital Hall
4 classes September 19 – October 10
Tuition: $135 total
UPCOMING EVENTS
From our free Coffee Concert and Rothchild Family Concert Series, to our student recitals, musicales, and ensemble concerts, there’s always something going on at Laurel!
Join us to explore all the opportunities at Laurel, sign up for free mini-lessons, and more!
Join us for a fun day of music and celebration at Laurel! Get to know our space and our faculty, join us for games, trick-or-treating, and live music, including our school-wide Musicales at 1pm and 2pm. More details to come!
Our free monthly Laurel Coffee Concerts present guest artists in a relaxed setting in our own Recital Hall! Come for the music, stay after for coffee, cookies, and conversation. More information coming soon!
Hosted at the Minnesota History Center, our monthly Rothchild Family Concert Series will feature our guest artist in a beautiful, reverberant, and open space. Be sure to arrive early for free admission to the exhibits after 4:30pm in addition to free parking!
Contact
Laurel.
MAIN Phone:
651-224-2205
SUMMER CAMP Phone:
612-217-2431
General Email:
info@laurelschoolofmusic.org
Registration + Tuition:
registration@laurelschoolofmusic.org
Address:
Laurel School of Music
1619 Dayton Ave, Suite 200
St. Paul, MN 55104