Classical music is an endlessly rich, creative sphere, with limitless possibilities for expression, emotion, intellectual challenge, and enjoyment. In upholding the defining characteristics of classical music, the 2009 Dakota Sky International Piano Festival will offer children's concerts for kids in grades K-5 and master classes for young pianists. 

Youth Concerts

Dakota Sky offers a series of educational concerts with emphasis on introducing and teaching basic and integral concepts in music. Visual cues, physical activity and question/answer sessions, along with a chance to meet and speak with the guest artists provide a hands-on, rich, and fun learning environment.

Masterclasses

A series of masterclasses will be offered, giving piano students and audience members the unique opportunity to witness fine performances by young musicians followed immediately by the constructive criticism, advice, and instruction of a master musician.

For further details about these programs or for application information, please download our Education Participation Packet.