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M Institute for the Arts was founded by lyric soprano, Susanna Barasch. The M opened its doors in 2015 in Georgetown, Washington, DC, on...
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Articles
Jul 2, 20223 min read
How booking through the M supports local musicians
You may think booking music lessons at your local, brick-and-mortar, community music school is the best place to find a music teacher and...
Jul 2, 20222 min read
Why Choose a Teacher through the M?
There are a few obvious reasons to find your next teacher through the M like the lesson discounts, performances, and all the other...
Jun 11, 20221 min read
Spring Music Salon 2022
Congratulations to all who participated in our student members Spring 2022 music salon in Washington DC's Cleveland Park! We enjoyed...
Apr 5, 20221 min read
New Provider On-boarding
Hello and welcome to M Institute for the Arts! We're so excited to work with you and we hope you have a smooth Provider on-boarding....
Apr 5, 202214 min read
Provider Policies
Last update: July 12, 2022 Providers join our Teacher Network as an educational partner, affiliate, and member. Membership is by...
Apr 4, 20222 min read
Suggested Provider Policies Template
Provider Policies are terms of use, service, and privacy that teachers offer students while booking their services. Providers are welcome...
Mar 31, 20221 min read
Spring Recital 2022 Announced
Our Spring Recital shall take place on May 1, 2022 at Cleveland Park Congregational UCC. Recitals are included with any active Student...
Mar 30, 20222 min read
M Institute Unvails New Membership Platform
Since our founding in 2015, M Institute has been leading and re-working the music community at every turn. The M emerges from the...
Jan 20, 202111 min read
Artist Spotlight: M4Arts Thomas Pandolfi, the virtuoso and pedagogue who got to study with Horowitz
M4Arts artist Thomas Pandolfi talks to us about his early career milestones, winning the Juilliard Concerto Competition, his dream-like...
Nov 23, 20202 min read
You Can Sing the Note — How to Work Through a Passage That Feels Impossible
Have you ever found yourself banging your head against the wall over a particular note? Maybe it feels like your voice “can’t do that”, or y
Nov 17, 20205 min read
How to Start Your YouTube Channel: Q&A with soprano Angel Azzarra
Considered by Operavore and Classical WQXR as 40 Under 40: A New Generation of Superb Opera Singers, Angel Azzarra began her musical...
Nov 9, 20201 min read
Cold-Killer: Ginger Tea
Ginger is the flowering plant of the Zingiberaceae family. Its root is used to spice up many different types of cuisine — but it’s also...
Oct 31, 20201 min read
5 of the Best Operas to Stream on Halloween
If you’re looking for a ghost, a witch… or perhaps a devil to sell your soul to — the opera is a great place to start! From the classics...
Oct 26, 20202 min read
"When the curtain rises, the only thing that speaks is courage."
You need the ears of so many people to get you to the stage — but once you get there — you’re the one under the lights.
Oct 3, 20201 min read
4 Ways to Protect Your Vocal Health
The idea of self-care has become more mainstream in the last few years — and as singers we can apply that same idea to our instruments....
Oct 1, 20206 min read
Hosting Successful Facebook Music Livestreams with only an iPhone
Overwhelm is almost immediate when faced with huge tech requirements and new softwares. I'm here to tell you, all you need is an iPhone.
Sep 22, 20203 min read
Lisa Niemeier says, "It's never too late" to pursue your childhood dreams
After a 30-year career, including 17 years running my own consulting company, I once again am pursuing the career of my childhood dreams
Aug 24, 20205 min read
Violinist Emil Altschuler in Conversation with M4Arts
Acclaimed violinist Emil Altschuler sits down with M4Arts ahead of his live performance to discuss favorite chamber and solo repertoire.
Aug 5, 20204 min read
Behind the Screen: The Process of Auditioning for an Orchestra
Susan Yun — Assistant Principal cellist of the Kennedy Center Opera Orchestra shares her personal account of the audition process and more.
Jul 2, 20206 min read
Preparing for the New Reality
Joan Patenaude-Yarnell on the challenges and innovation in the future of opera. Watch her masterclass and other events related to the New...
Jul 2, 20204 min read
Becoming a Digital Opera Producer
Opera has been around for over four hundred years. And while the world of digital content and social media may be relatively new, it certain
Jul 1, 20204 min read
James Valenti: A Life on the Road
Tenor James Valenti talks about traveling, vocal health, Europe, and more. Watch James Valenti’s Masterclass Opera singers are often on...
Jul 1, 20204 min read
“She isn’t a star."
Jennifer Johnson Cano on processing feedback. Watch Parts 1, 2, and 3 of Jennifer Johnson Cano's webinar: The F Word - "Feedback" “She...
Jun 29, 20204 min read
The “First Day of School”
How do you navigate the dynamic in the rehearsal room? How do you prepare with the intention to collaborate as artistic equals?
May 29, 20209 min read
Stage Fright ~ Self-knowledge, self-care & feeling better
When Maria Elena Altany says she knows how to tackle stage-fright, she means business. We sat down with this vibrant, versatile, & fearless
May 21, 20205 min read
Pianist Thomas Pandolfi Inspires Through Masterclass and Livestream Concert
Celebrated concert pianist Thomas Pandolfi joins M Institute for a special Masterclass and Livestream performance.
May 12, 20204 min read
How Yoga Enhances Musical Practice
Yoga instructor Tianna Christine has been offering vigorous vinyasa classes set to live music for almost a year now at M Institute for...
May 4, 20203 min read
Learn the Basics of Music History
Tune in for a quick course on music history, a six-part webinar series “Intro to Music History — From the Middle Ages to Today”.
May 1, 20204 min read
Music and Language are Interwoven for Pianist Kathleen Kelly
Pianist Kathleen Kelly’s musical practice is interwoven with the study of language, and that’s how she likes it.
Jan 8, 20181 min read
M4Arts Students Pass ABRSM Exams with Merit & Distinction!
Congratulations to all our semester students who worked hard throughout the fall semester, many of whom participated in the theory,...
Jan 7, 20184 min read
Is it ever "too late" to learn music?
By Elena Haramalis About 2 years ago I was grabbing coffee with my good friend, Mia, who was in the middle of a very successful career as...
Dec 21, 20171 min read
Winter Audition & Performance Season ~ How to prepare!
Audition and performance season is almost here! It's time to get back-to-music this fall. If you're a vocalist looking to improve your...
Nov 9, 20171 min read
Second Fall Studio Class with Luciana
Congratulations to all who participated in the Fall semester's second studio class with Luciana Cecille and pianist Danila. Some of the...
Sep 15, 20172 min read
M4Arts hosts a Sold Out French Wine Tasting & Jazz Fundraiser
By Julia Train. Last night's M Institute for the Arts wine tasting & jazz fundraiser at Boulangerie Christophe was a smashing success!...
Aug 22, 20171 min read
M4Arts Hosts Pop-Up Art Show with Lamine Hamdad
Figure drawings and photography by Lamine Hamdad delighted Georgetowners Art lovers poured into this past Sunday's pop up art show with...
Aug 7, 20172 min read
First Friday Art Walks Highlight Authentic Local Art
By Julia Train This past Friday afternoon, I participated in a three-decade free art walk around Dupont circle, peaking into historic...
Jul 13, 20172 min read
How to prepare for your first lesson!
So you've decided to pick up a new instrument. CONGRATULATIONS! Now what? It's exiting to pick up a new skill but knowing where and how...
Jun 29, 20171 min read
M4Arts helps DC's Central Union Mission adopt several donated instruments!
In its mission to grow and sustain a strong artistic community in DC, M4Arts leverages its talented people, community network, and online...
Jun 11, 20171 min read
Croix Ellison participates in ABRSM High Scorers' Recital
We're pleased to announce voice student, Croix Ellison, was invited to perform at the ABRSM high scorer's recital on June 4th, 2017. She...
Jun 6, 20171 min read
MTNA Music Competitions
Take your musical journey to the next level and enroll in an MTNA Competition! The entry deadline for the 2017-2018 MTNA Competitions is...
Jun 2, 20175 min read
How to Choose a Guitar
Guitar Buying Guide This two-part guide attempts to give the reader some advice when purchasing a guitar or guitar accessories. The first...
May 27, 20171 min read
Adult Beginner Guitar Class
This class is designed for beginners interested in learning guitar. Ford Combs, an experienced guitarist and rising D.C. musician, will...
May 27, 20177 min read
Practical Musicianship (Grades 1-8)
This class corresponds to the ABRSM Practical Musicianship Grades and prepares students for these exams, though participation for the...
May 27, 20171 min read
Little Notes
This is a group or private class for children ages 4 & under. Kids will learn musical basics to prepare them for private study in a fun,...
May 25, 20171 min read
Violinists wowed at Bach in the Garden
Violinists Khloe Yelverton, Thomas Wilson, and George Wei wowed the sold out audience at Bach in the Garden. Baroque Violinist, Sophie...
May 16, 20171 min read
Student Spotlight ~ George & Khloe
See George & Khloe this Sunday as they participate in Bach in the Garden (Strings Masterclass)! DESCRIPTION Join Baroque Violinist,...
May 12, 20171 min read
Musical & Opera Workshop (Summer 2017)
Announcing our Musical & Opera Workshop for Summer 2017! This intensive workshop is open to all ages of intermediate to advanced singers...
Jan 31, 20172 min read
Susanna Barasch*
PRESIDENT/CEO, M INSTITUTE FOR THE ARTS FACULTY: VOICE & PIANO (Classical & Musical Theater) Beginners to Advanced Professionals *Master...
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