The Blessings Academy of Arts & Music teachers along with the Hastings Arts Center are pleased to be able to offer online classes during the Summer of 2020. Group classes and private lessons are being offered for students of all ages and levels. Please browse below to see if there is a course of interest for you or for someone you know. Please spread the word!
Scroll down to see offerings for July and August!
Scroll down to see offerings for July and August!
Explore Music Theater Workshop
June 23-August 4 (Tuesdays eves)
Instructors-Kevin DeWan & Jenna Vieths
Do you ever dream about being on the stage? Explore and sing music theater songs through individual and group participation. Coaching will be provided as you sing and use your body to tell a story.
June 23-August 4 (no class June 30)
6:00-7:00pm CST, 6 Tuesdays
6th-12th grade
Fee: $108
4 min, 7 max
Instructors--Kevin Dewan & Jenna Vieths
UPDATE: This workshop did not occur this time around, however we plan to offer it at a later date during the 2020-21 school year.
June 23-August 4 (no class June 30)
6:00-7:00pm CST, 6 Tuesdays
6th-12th grade
Fee: $108
4 min, 7 max
Instructors--Kevin Dewan & Jenna Vieths
UPDATE: This workshop did not occur this time around, however we plan to offer it at a later date during the 2020-21 school year.
Click on the YouTube below to hear Sarah Lockwood talk with Kevin DeWan & Jenna Vieths, instructors for the "Explore Music Theater Workshop" scheduled to start on Tuesday night, June 23rd.
The workshop is for kids entering 6th-12th grades this fall.
The workshop is for kids entering 6th-12th grades this fall.
 Kevin Dewan
"I believe music provides a healthy outlet for emotional expression which is why the idea of teaching people about music energizes me. At Viterbo University, I studied voice and piano and began music education classes. I also finely tuned my skills in music composition and theory. My past employment includes the Basilica of St. Mary in Minneapolis and the Church of St. Rita in Cottage Grove. My hobbies include attending live music and theater productions, eating out and going to the movies. My goal this year is to bring wisdom, creativity, sensitivity and expressiveness to each student I encounter. I am grateful to be in a position to share my passion with others."
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 Jenna Vieths
Jenna is originally from Hastings, Minnesota and recently moved to Dundas, Minnesota with her husband and two daughters. She is a Hastings High School alumna where she was actively involved in music with Riverside Company and Vocal Jazz. Jenna has been teaching lessons for a couple of years, but has been playing piano and singing most of her life. Jenna attended McNally Smith College of Music in St. Paul, Minnesota, majoring in vocal performance with a minor in piano. She has performed at weddings, coffee shops, and competed in a few local competitions including Hastings Sings during Rivertown Days. Jenna's favorite styles of music to sing are jazz, blues, contemporary, and classical. She also enjoys the outdoors, camping, rollerblading, swimming, and most of all being a mother and wife.
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COMMUNITY SING ALONG
"Let It Be"
June 24-Wednesday
Led by Carolyn Campfield
UPDATE:
This community sing along was not able to happen at the scheduled time. We hope to offer it at a later date.
WHEN
Wednesday --June 24
6pm- 6:45 CST
FREE
Limited spaces available
Please register by June 19 to receive the Zoom link and materials needed for the event.
Can you feel it? That summer urge to do something? Anything!?
Right now, for some of us, summer will be-um- shall we say- a little different?!
So, why not try something new? Let’s have a Summer Sing- Along via Zoom.
Join me, Carolyn Campfield, in a Zoom session of singing and play.
SIGNUP
In order to receive the words to the song, the recording, and the Zoom sign in and password, you need to click on the Signup Link button below. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Deadline is JUNE 19.
WHAT TO EXPECT
During the session, we will do some breathing and vocal warm-ups, review the song and sing it all together. You will be able to see other folks from our Blessings Academy and perhaps some new faces outside of the Hastings community. It will be a pleasure to sing a song in community that moves us into the summer, which is what we all need right now. People of all ages are encouraged to participate. If you are younger than 18, you’ll need to be with an adult. Families are welcome!
WHAT ARE WE SINGING?
"LET IT BE" by The Beatles
Not an easy time to "Let it Be" but we can sing it. Together.
Click below to signup! Thanks!
Questions: Contact Carolyn
This community sing along was not able to happen at the scheduled time. We hope to offer it at a later date.
WHEN
Wednesday --June 24
6pm- 6:45 CST
FREE
Limited spaces available
Please register by June 19 to receive the Zoom link and materials needed for the event.
Can you feel it? That summer urge to do something? Anything!?
Right now, for some of us, summer will be-um- shall we say- a little different?!
So, why not try something new? Let’s have a Summer Sing- Along via Zoom.
Join me, Carolyn Campfield, in a Zoom session of singing and play.
SIGNUP
In order to receive the words to the song, the recording, and the Zoom sign in and password, you need to click on the Signup Link button below. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Deadline is JUNE 19.
WHAT TO EXPECT
During the session, we will do some breathing and vocal warm-ups, review the song and sing it all together. You will be able to see other folks from our Blessings Academy and perhaps some new faces outside of the Hastings community. It will be a pleasure to sing a song in community that moves us into the summer, which is what we all need right now. People of all ages are encouraged to participate. If you are younger than 18, you’ll need to be with an adult. Families are welcome!
WHAT ARE WE SINGING?
"LET IT BE" by The Beatles
Not an easy time to "Let it Be" but we can sing it. Together.
Click below to signup! Thanks!
Questions: Contact Carolyn
Carolyn Campfield received her Master of Music in Vocal Performance from the Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music and her Doctor of Musical Arts Degree from the University of Minnesota. As a professional musician, Carolyn has performed with the Minnesota Opera and area Twin Cities orchestras. This year she performed several recitals throughout the area with her collaborative pianist, Sarah Lockwood. Her love of art song is fueled by her life experiences and musical collaborations. She is especially drawn to contemporary American works and she is passionate about sharing art song with her community in the south metro. A classically trained voice teacher, Carolyn was awarded her Voice Movement Therapy practitioner credentials in 1999. Since that time, she has prepared and presented lectures and courses that center upon the connections between body, voice and psyche. Carolyn has an active Voice Movement Therapy Practice at the Center for Performing Arts in Minneapolis, and is looking to teach new students at Blessings Academy.
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Music Theory for High Schoolers-canceled for now
July 6-August 5
Mondays and Wednesday 5:00-6:00pm CST
Instructor, Matt Harikian
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO A LATER TIME, perhaps offered during the school year!
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Whether you’re looking to get a head start on a future AP or undergraduate music theory class or you simply want to better understand the music you love, this crash course will provide you with the tools to do so by covering the basics of music theory and ear training. Students will review music fundamentals (rhythms, notes, key signatures, etc.) while diving in depth into more advanced concepts such as intervals, chords, and musical analysis. The class will also develop aural skills and students will learn how to dictate simple melodies by just listening. At least two years of music experience is recommended.
Mondays and Wednesdays only (10 one-hour sessions) July 6 through August 5, 2020 5:00-6:00pm CST Fee: $180 Min 3, max 15 Instructor: Matt Harikian, M.A, M.M, University of Minnesota Signup deadline: June 30 |
A native of Fresno, California, Matthew Harikian has performed throughout Minnesota and California and has given concerto performances with the Lompoc Pops, Opera San Louis Obispo, and Buffalo Community orchestras. Matthew holds top prizes from the Minnesota Music Teacher Association’s Young Artist competition, the Schubert Club competition, the Glendale competition, and the Sylvia Ghiglieri competition in Turlock, CA. He currently teaches music theory at St. Olaf College and
piano at the Hastings Arts Center.
-Matthew has participated in Pianofest in the Hamptons, a prestigious summer festival in East Hampton, NY which involved performing and studying with other international pianists, as well as the Meadowmount School of Music, where he performed as a chamber and solo pianist. Sharing an equal interest in both performance and academia, he hopes for his future career to include teaching and researching in the field of music theory while also performing both solo and chamber music.
-Matthew has previously studied with Lydia Artymiw, Kent McWilliams,and Arlene Steffen. He holds a Master’s degree in Piano Performance from the University of Minnesota and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Music Theory.
piano at the Hastings Arts Center.
-Matthew has participated in Pianofest in the Hamptons, a prestigious summer festival in East Hampton, NY which involved performing and studying with other international pianists, as well as the Meadowmount School of Music, where he performed as a chamber and solo pianist. Sharing an equal interest in both performance and academia, he hopes for his future career to include teaching and researching in the field of music theory while also performing both solo and chamber music.
-Matthew has previously studied with Lydia Artymiw, Kent McWilliams,and Arlene Steffen. He holds a Master’s degree in Piano Performance from the University of Minnesota and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Music Theory.
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO A LATER TIME.
Please check back for future offerings.
Please check back for future offerings.
Play On!--How To Be MORE Musical
Instructor, Jake Meyer
July 6-10 (Monday-Friday)
10am-11am CST every day
6th grade - adultFee: $95
min 4, max 15
Registration deadline is June 29.
This class will teach you how to take notes on the page and bring them to life. Learn how to phrase, play with feeling, make the music more exciting, and add your own personality to the music. This class will inspire you to be more creative and have more fun when you play your instrument!
Questions? Contact Jake Meyer.
10am-11am CST every day
6th grade - adultFee: $95
min 4, max 15
Registration deadline is June 29.
This class will teach you how to take notes on the page and bring them to life. Learn how to phrase, play with feeling, make the music more exciting, and add your own personality to the music. This class will inspire you to be more creative and have more fun when you play your instrument!
Questions? Contact Jake Meyer.
Jake Meyer is the principal clarinetist of the Ocala Symphony Orchestra and is an active teacher and freelancer in the Twin Cities. Jake has worked with students of all ages and abilities, coaching many to the Minnesota All-State Bands and college music programs. He holds his Bachelor’s of Music from St. Olaf College and his Master’s of Music from Florida State University. Away from the clarinet, Jake enjoys reading, swimming, and podcasts
The VIOLA CLUB has been canceled for the summer session.
Please check back for future offerings.
Please check back for future offerings.
VIOLA CLUB
July 2020
Sarah Lockwood, instructor
Sarah Lockwood received her Bachelor of Music degree in piano performance from DePauw University (Greencastle, IN), and her Masters of Music degree in Collaborative Piano at the University of Minnesota (Minneapolis). Sarah is also a violinist and violist. In 2013 she accepted a viola position with the Rochester Symphony in Rochester, Minnesota. Sarah has been teaching private piano, violin and viola lessons since 2001. She enjoys working with students of all ages and levels, and encourages adults to study music. Sarah lives in Hastings with her husband and two daughters. She has worked with the Hastings Schools music programs and has been involved with the summer Black Dirt theater productions in Hastings as music director, assistant music director and orchestra musician. In December of 2014 Sarah and her husband, Travis, purchased the former Guardian Angels Catholic Church and began converting it into the new Hastings Arts Center which houses her school, Blessings Academy of Arts and Music.
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VIOLISTS, this club is for you!!
Based on interest, this club will meet 4 Thursday nights in July to play music for viola. The club may also be divided into two separate meetings to accommodate players of different levels. Middle School and High School Students Welcome! Minimum 2 years experience recommended Email Sarah Lockwood if questions: ivoriesandstrings@gmail.com 4 Thursdays, 7:00-7:45pm CST $48/student July 9, 16, 23, 30 Please sign up by clinking on the link below. Class materials and payment info will be emailed. DEADLINE is June 30th. Minimum 4 students needed to have the club. |
Brass Technique Camp
POSTPONED
Instructor, Allyson Partin
Join instructor, Allyson Partin, for a week of exploring your brass instrument. Topics to be included are breathing & singing, articulation, EXTREME high and low registers and how to play in them correctly, and how to effectively play loudly and softly to create different colors and textures of sound. At the end of the week, we will have a Q&A and sharing time of what we all learned together and perhaps demonstrate with each other what we learned and what has helped us to grow!
Class participants must play a brass instrument!
POSTPONED
Fee: $155
Click below to signup! Participants will receive a confirmation email about the class and will be sent an invoice through email to pay for the class.
Due to low enrollment, this camp will be scheduled at a later date.
Questions? Contact Allyson Partin at allysonpartin@gmail.com
Class participants must play a brass instrument!
POSTPONED
Fee: $155
Click below to signup! Participants will receive a confirmation email about the class and will be sent an invoice through email to pay for the class.
Due to low enrollment, this camp will be scheduled at a later date.
Questions? Contact Allyson Partin at allysonpartin@gmail.com
-Allyson Partin is an active freelance French Horn teacher and performer in the Twin Cities. She plays in many diverse settings with local orchestras, bands and brass ensembles. She is especially excited to be a part of the Minnesota Horn Quartet, an exciting new chamber group.
-Allyson has an active teaching studio of students of all ages and playing abilities. She has over 10 years of teaching experience and has developed her teaching skills over that time. She now has a large studio with locations in Minneapolis, Plymouth and Inver Grove Heights.
-Allyson has a master’s degree from McGill University, and a Graduate Performance Diploma and Bachelor’s degree in horn performance from the Peabody Conservatory of the Johns Hopkins University. In addition to her studies at McGill and Peabody, Allyson also studied with Denise Tryon, teacher at Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music, and Rene Pagen.
-Allyson has an active teaching studio of students of all ages and playing abilities. She has over 10 years of teaching experience and has developed her teaching skills over that time. She now has a large studio with locations in Minneapolis, Plymouth and Inver Grove Heights.
-Allyson has a master’s degree from McGill University, and a Graduate Performance Diploma and Bachelor’s degree in horn performance from the Peabody Conservatory of the Johns Hopkins University. In addition to her studies at McGill and Peabody, Allyson also studied with Denise Tryon, teacher at Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music, and Rene Pagen.
Movie Music for Violin-Music from Moana
Natalie VanBurkleo-Carbonara, Instructor
Due to low enrollment this class is being POSTPONED!
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Learn the Music from Disney’s Moana
2 Online Zoom Violin Class Offerings Instructor Natalie VanBurkleo-Carbonara Dates: POSTPONED Two levels offered 1) Students with 1-3 years of experience or Suzuki book 1-2 levels* OR 2) Students with 4+ years of experience *note reading is REQUIRED Class fee: $45 Includes purchase of licensed sheet music Each student will receive their own purchased, licensed Moana music. Students will work step by step to learn the music together so that they can continue to polish up the new repertoire and perform for their friends and family after the camp. Min 3 students for each class; Max 15 |
Meet violin/viola teacher Natalie VanBurkleo-Carbonara. Natalie enjoys an active teaching and performing career. A native of the Twin Cities, Natalie maintains private studios in Minneapolis and Bloomington and also teaches at South High School. She freelances throughout the Twin Cities with various theater shows, choral groups, churches, chamber music concerts and also manages Arioso Strings. Natalie is the founder/director of Summit Music Twin Cities and the Twin Cities Violin Choir. She is a frequent GTCYS violin sectional coach and adjudicates for many music organizations. Prior to her work in Minnesota, while living in Lousiana, she performed with the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra and directed the violin preparatory program at New Orleans Center for Creative Arts. She has been a soloist with the Louisiana Sinfonietta and Minnesota Sinfonia and has held positions in orchestras such as Music in the Mountains Festival- Durango, Baton Rouge Symphony, Louisiana Sinfonietta, Gulf Coast Symphony, Duluth Symphony, Rochester Symphony and Acadiana Symphony, among others. She has been featured in commercial jingles and in the string section for the movie soundtrack for Madea’s Family Reunion. Natalie's most influential mentors include Sally O’Reilly, Kevork Mardirossian and Mark Bjork. She received her Performance degree from Louisiana State University as a recipient of the David Chang Memorial Scholarship and also studied violin for several years at the University of Minnesota.
Playing-Singing- Performing- Afraid
Postponed to a later time.
Carolyn Campfield, Instructor
-Many performers experience Stage Fright. The Anxiety can create constrictions and frustrations that make it difficult to share your gifts to the fullest.
-This offering is for anyone who wishes to have a more embodied experience of performing. It is for those of us who strive to continue performing in the midst of the fear.
-We will utilize breathing techniques, writing, sounding and movement as we move together through this exploration. You will have a chance to perform a piece on the second week of class.
Registration closes on July 10. Click below to signup!
For ages 16 and up
2 classes
Due to low enrollment, this class will be offered at a later time. Thank you.
6-7:30 pm CST
Fee: $45
4 min, 15 max
-This offering is for anyone who wishes to have a more embodied experience of performing. It is for those of us who strive to continue performing in the midst of the fear.
-We will utilize breathing techniques, writing, sounding and movement as we move together through this exploration. You will have a chance to perform a piece on the second week of class.
Registration closes on July 10. Click below to signup!
For ages 16 and up
2 classes
Due to low enrollment, this class will be offered at a later time. Thank you.
6-7:30 pm CST
Fee: $45
4 min, 15 max
Carolyn Campfield received her Master of Music in Vocal Performance from the Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music and her Doctor of Musical Arts Degree from the University of Minnesota. As a professional musician, Carolyn has performed with the Minnesota Opera and area Twin Cities orchestras. This year she performed several recitals throughout the area with her collaborative pianist, Sarah Lockwood. Her love of art song is fueled by her life experiences and musical collaborations. She is especially drawn to contemporary American works and she is passionate about sharing art song with her community in the south metro. A classically trained voice teacher, Carolyn was awarded her Voice Movement Therapy practitioner credentials in 1999. Since that time, she has prepared and presented lectures and courses that center upon the connections between body, voice and psyche. Carolyn has an active Voice Movement Therapy Practice at the Center for Performing Arts in Minneapolis, and is looking to teach new students at Blessings Academy.
CLARINET CAMPS-June & July
Instructor, Jake Meyer
Clarinet Boot Camp - $95
Pick which session works for you! (signup button links below)
Session One: June 22-26, 10am-11am, CST (Mon-Fri)
Session Two: July 20-24, 10am-11am, CST (Mon-Fri)
6th-12th grade
min 4, max 15
Registration deadline for Session Two: July 15th!
Join clarinetist, Jake Meyer, for a week of Clarinet Boot Camp! Develop your technical skills, improve your practice habits, and learn the secrets of great clarinet playing! The week will conclude with a performance to show off all your new skills.
Pick which session works for you! (signup button links below)
Session One: June 22-26, 10am-11am, CST (Mon-Fri)
Session Two: July 20-24, 10am-11am, CST (Mon-Fri)
6th-12th grade
min 4, max 15
Registration deadline for Session Two: July 15th!
Join clarinetist, Jake Meyer, for a week of Clarinet Boot Camp! Develop your technical skills, improve your practice habits, and learn the secrets of great clarinet playing! The week will conclude with a performance to show off all your new skills.
Jake Meyer is the principal clarinetist of the Ocala Symphony Orchestra and is an active teacher and freelancer in the Twin Cities. Jake has worked with students of all ages and abilities, coaching many to the Minnesota All-State Bands and college music programs. He holds his Bachelor’s of Music from St. Olaf College and his Master’s of Music from Florida State University. Away from the clarinet, Jake enjoys reading, swimming, and podcasts.
Playing Tunes By Ear
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For this class, students will be spending 2 days learning tunes by ear. For the Friday class, each student will share their favorite tune from the week with the group.
Open to ALL instruments!
When signing up for the class, students can each request up to 2 songs they would like to learn to play by ear.
July 27 & 29 Monday and Wednesday 11am-12pm CST
July 31, Friday 11-11:30am CST
FEE: $95
Deadline to signup: July 21
Contact Allyson Partin at allysonpartin@gmail.com with questions.
Open to ALL instruments!
When signing up for the class, students can each request up to 2 songs they would like to learn to play by ear.
July 27 & 29 Monday and Wednesday 11am-12pm CST
July 31, Friday 11-11:30am CST
FEE: $95
Deadline to signup: July 21
Contact Allyson Partin at allysonpartin@gmail.com with questions.
-Allyson Partin is an active freelance French Horn teacher and performer in the Twin Cities. She plays in many diverse settings with local orchestras, bands and brass ensembles. She is especially excited to be a part of the Minnesota Horn Quartet, an exciting new chamber group.
-Allyson has an active teaching studio of students of all ages and playing abilities. She has over 10 years of teaching experience and has developed her teaching skills over that time. She now has a large studio with locations in Minneapolis, Plymouth and Inver Grove Heights.
-Allyson has a master’s degree from McGill University, and a Graduate Performance Diploma and Bachelor’s degree in horn performance from the Peabody Conservatory of the Johns Hopkins University. In addition to her studies at McGill and Peabody, Allyson also studied with Denise Tryon, teacher at Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music, and Rene Pagen.
-Allyson has an active teaching studio of students of all ages and playing abilities. She has over 10 years of teaching experience and has developed her teaching skills over that time. She now has a large studio with locations in Minneapolis, Plymouth and Inver Grove Heights.
-Allyson has a master’s degree from McGill University, and a Graduate Performance Diploma and Bachelor’s degree in horn performance from the Peabody Conservatory of the Johns Hopkins University. In addition to her studies at McGill and Peabody, Allyson also studied with Denise Tryon, teacher at Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music, and Rene Pagen.
Fiddle Time! Camp
August 4, 5, 6 & 7
Natalie VanBurkleo-Carbonara, Instructor
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Learn to play 2-3 famous fiddle tunes from the American and Irish fiddle traditions.
2 Online Zoom Violin Class Offerings Instructor Natalie VanBurkleo-Carbonara August 4, 5, 6, 7 1:00-1:35 Students with 1-3 years of experience or Suzuki book 1-2 levels* OR 1:45-2:20 Students with 4+ years of experience *note reading is required $30 each An introduction to 2 styles of fiddling: American & Irish. Students will work step by step to learn the music together so that they can continue to polish up the new repertoire and perform for their friends and family after the camp. Min 3, Max 15 for each level of class |
Signup Deadline: August 1st
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Meet violin/viola teacher Natalie VanBurkleo-Carbonara. Natalie enjoys an active teaching and performing career. A native of the Twin Cities, Natalie maintains private studios in Minneapolis and Bloomington and also teaches at South High School. She freelances throughout the Twin Cities with various theater shows, choral groups, churches, chamber music concerts and also manages Arioso Strings. Natalie is the founder/director of Summit Music Twin Cities and the Twin Cities Violin Choir. She is a frequent GTCYS violin sectional coach and adjudicates for many music organizations. Prior to her work in Minnesota, while living in Lousiana, she performed with the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra and directed the violin preparatory program at New Orleans Center for Creative Arts. She has been a soloist with the Louisiana Sinfonietta and Minnesota Sinfonia and has held positions in orchestras such as Music in the Mountains Festival- Durango, Baton Rouge Symphony, Louisiana Sinfonietta, Gulf Coast Symphony, Duluth Symphony, Rochester Symphony and Acadiana Symphony, among others. She has been featured in commercial jingles and in the string section for the movie soundtrack for Madea’s Family Reunion. Natalie's most influential mentors include Sally O’Reilly, Kevork Mardirossian and Mark Bjork. She received her Performance degree from Louisiana State University as a recipient of the David Chang Memorial Scholarship and also studied violin for several years at the University of Minnesota.