Brent Ekstrom
trumpet, cello,
assorted instruments
"Brent make learning so fun!"
~student
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Laura Galbus
assorted instruments
"Laura is so friendly, professional and direct with her advice during my lessons!"
~student
Sarah Houle
euphonium, trombone, tuba and trumpet
"Exceptionally talented and
kind teacher!"
~adult student
Evan Shallcross
Master violin instructor
"Evan's kind, humble approach is so genuine"
~student
Meet the newest additions to our
MSM teaching family!
When you choose to take lessons at MSM, you are part of something bigger!
Who we are:
Work
We hire only the best area teachers. We give all our teachers the flexibility to handle their own lesson scheduling and we pay a competitive wage!
Diversity
We welcome ALL students. We teach music using Suzuki AND traditional methods. We believe music doesn't have borders or age barriers.
Financial Aid
We spend the majority of our time working to make it possible for every student to learn regardless of their economic situation. From scholarships to State and local partnerships, we can make YOUR lessons happen.
Partnerships
We cultivate relationships within southwestern MN sending our teachers to communities in need of music instruction.
MSM Mission and Vision
Our mission is to provide excellent music instruction to students of every age and level of ability regardless of economic situation, facilitating their goals, and encouraging each to share their gifts within the community they live.
Our vision is be a Center for music instruction in Greater Mankato known for collaborating & leading within the music community through clarity of purpose, building partnerships, working with integrity, and overall transparency in order to best serve our students.
Executive Director
MSM Board of Directors
Michelle Sedivy, Board President, ex officio board member
Katie Faugstad, Treasurer, ex officio board member
Emily Parkins, Secretary, ex officio board member
Mary Flanagan, Director, ex officio board member
Craig Hanson
Cindy Braam Gawrych
Kimberley Greenwood
Jenna Johnson
Jenny Stratton
J. W. Pickerel
Annakeiko Reichel
Sarah Houle, ex officio board member
Program Coordinator
The Mankato School of Music contracts our teachers out to the following partnership locations in southwestern Minnesota! Partnerships are a exciting part of what we offer through the Mankato School of Music and we can't wait to bring music to your area!
Elmendorf Hutterite Community
Mountain Lake, MN
Altona Hutterite Community
Henderson, MN
10 Talents Center For The Arts
Blue Earth, MN
St. Mary's Catholic School
Madelia, MN
Partnerships help underserved communities receive the gift of music!
Work with Mary (Executive Director) & Emily (Program Coordinator) to bring teachers to your location!
Contact us today!
(507)-519-0860
WE INVITE YOU TO DONATE!!
Be part of the growth of our program as we expand in Greater Mankato to partner with more and more area schools bringing teachers to YOU to reach MORE students providing ACCESS to a greater variety of instruments and classes!
Donate to our financial aid fund to ensure that no student is turned away who might be experiencing financial hardship.
MSM is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit. Make your tax deductible donation today! Thank you!
