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Private lessons, Rehearsal Studios for bands and solo musicians (equippment provided) and Monthly studios.

Madison Music Foundry is a hub of musical activity. On any given day MMF is buzzing with music students crossing paths with working bands. Private lessons, music classes, and band rehearsals all take place simultaneously within 17 soundproof studios, bringing in musicians of all ages interested in honing their craft, building their careers, and networking with others.

Madison Music Foundry also operates a fully equipped recording studio, Blast House Studios. Located less than a mile away, students are able to take advantage of this professional studio through recording workshops, in-studio recitals and free recording time.

A PLACE WHERE MUSIC IS MADE

There are frequently many activities happening at the Foundry in addition to lessons including band rehearsals, education workshops and Rock Workshop. This creates a vibrant community where instructors, students and working musicians all are in constant contact with each other.

Browse Instructors to learn about all of our great teachers. And for additional information about taking lessons at Madison Music Foundry see our Frequently Asked Questions.

NEED AN INSTRUMENT?

We have a limited supply of guitars, basses, drums and amps at Madison Music Foundry for sale. Please contact us for details. Otherwise our partner Full Compass has a huge supply of musical instruments. All students enrolled for lessons at the Foundry get a 15% discount on musical equipment at Full Compass!

WORKSHOPS

Madison Music Foundry offers a variety of workshops designed to help students learn what it's like to play in a group setting. Each workshop has its own details, but all share the common elements of placing people into bands, practicing together with an instructor for several weeks and playing a show. All workshops are recorded whether at the live show or in a recording studio. All are available for youth and adults.

For groups that are already established and would like some extra help, but not necessarily enroll in a workshop, we offer Band Coaching (see below).

OPEN ENROLLMENT

We have the option of open enrollment for any of the workshops below. What this means is that you sign up on a waiting list, and once we have enough interest, then we launch a band. Jazz and Bluegrass Workshops are by open enrollment only. On the open enrollment form you can also indicate if you're interested in a workshop not listed here.

ROCK WORKSHOP

Youth and Adults
In Rock Workshop everyone is a rock star. Kids and adults get to practice for eight weeks with an instructor, learn  three songs, write at least one original, record at professional recording studio Blast House Studios, and play a packed show at Madison’s top rock venue the High Noon Saloon. Since Rock Workshop began in 2008, over 150 students in 40+ bands have recorded well over 100 songs and played ten live shows. 

JAZZ WORKSHOP

Youth and Adults
Jazz is meant to be played with others. This workshop will emphasize improvisation and how to communicate musically with your band mates. Repertoire can include standards, originals or arrangements of modern tunes. All instruments are welcome.

BLUEGRASS WORKSHOP

Youth and Adults
For the pickers and grinners. Practice traditional and modern styles, each instrument's role in the group and harmony singing.

BAND COACHING

Youth and Adults
For groups that are already formed but would like some help perfecting their sound or preparing for the recording studio. Our instructors are available on a per need basis and can help you to tighten up your sound, strengthen your stage performance and help everyone in the band to better understand their roles.

HAVE AN IDEA?

We are always exploring ideas for workshops and classes. If you have a suggestion for us or a question about any of our existing programs, please drop us a line. Your feedback is always welcome and appreciated!