Providing accessible, relevant, and innovative concerts and lesson plans
What is Class Notes?
Class Notes provides free K‑12 classroom resources and concert experiences that inspire students and support teachers.
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Ready-to-use resources
Lesson plans cover a wide range of topics. Many include high-quality video performances and printable options for easy classroom use.
Learning resources designed with everyone in mind
Lessons are easy to adapt to specific needs, resources, and personal teaching style. Optional extensions enhance learning.
FREE live in-school concerts featuring professional musicians
Engaging concerts for Minnesota schools that inspire students through the power of live music.
Resources meeting Minnesota K‑12 music education standards
Class Notes lessons are designed to meet Minnesota music education standards, which closely align with national standards.
Kids applauding after Class Notes Concert at Cedarwood Oak Grove · Nate Ryan
Dancers Djenane Saint Juste and Melissa Clark lead children in dance · MPR/Nate Ryan
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Concerts in the classroom
Teacher testimonials
This was an incredible experience for me and my kids. They were able to hear and learn something that, honestly, I could not properly teach them. That gift is beyond words. I would love to bring more and more [Class Notes Concerts] to my kids.— Music Teacher, Maple Grove
I really appreciate the variety of the ensembles available to choose from in the Class Notes offering. Thank you for the opportunity!— Strings Teacher, Wayzata
Our students rarely get to see professional musicians perform. It is such a benefit to music in our schools when they get this experience.— Band Teacher, Little Falls
