Make Music Appleton

Schedule

Make Music Day 2023

Make Music Day Appleton Schedule

All events will take place in downtown Appleton on College Ave.

In the case of inclement weather (rain, humidity, heat, etc.), events will move indoors so we can keep the music going!

11:00 – 11:30 | Family Music with Ms. Karli @ Heid Music Back Lot

Interactive music making for families & focused for kids ages 1-5

11:00 – 12:00 | Indigenous Rattle Making @ Building for Kids

Free with admission to the Building for Kids – Indigenous rattle making workshop

11:05 – 11:50 | Introduction to Mariachi @ Lawrence University

Learn about and experience mariachi singing and guitar.

11:30 – 12:15 | Roomful of Pianos @ Heid Music Piano Gallery

Repertoire will range from classical to rock, with a special tribute to George Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue” for its 100th anniversary, featuring a unique multi-piano arrangement for an unforgettable experience.

11:30 – 12:30 | Dance Workshop with Moulin Rouge Cast @ Fox Cities PAC – KC theater

A cast member from Broadway touring production of Moulin Rouge will be leading a group through a dance workshop with moves from the show.

12:00 – 1:00 | Bluegrass Jam with Debbie Wagner @ Heid Music Back Lot

Join us for a Bluegrass Jam session with Debbie Wagner, where you’ll learn to play without sheet music (Chords: G, C, D, A), embrace jam etiquette, and connect with fellow musicians, whether you play guitar, fiddle, mandolin, banjo, bass, ukulele, or sing—come jam, sing along, or enjoy the live music! Bring a capo, chair and get ready to jam!

1:00 – 5:00 | Instrument Petting Zoo @ Heid Music

Explore and play a wide variety of musical instruments at the Heid Music Instrument Petting Zoo, open to all skill levels. With guidance from Heid Music Sales Specialists, enjoy a fun and educational experience with brass, string, woodwind, and percussion instruments.

1:00 – 5:00 | Open Mic @ Heid Music Guitar Gallery

Join us for Make Music Day at our Open Mic Extravaganza from 1pm to 5pm, where musicians of all styles and skill levels can showcase their talents in a supportive environment. All instruments and genres are welcome—enjoy diverse performances, connect with local musicians, and celebrate the spirit of music and community in 10-minute time slots.

1:00 – 4:00 | Guitar Restring & Care Overview @ Heid Music Guitar Gallery

Join us anytime from 1-4pm to learn more about care for your guitar and there is a limited supply of strings from Elixir Strings with a complimentary guitar restring from Heid Music.

1:00 – 1:45 | In Harmony Workshop @ Fox Cities PAC – KC Theater

Step into a world of inclusive music-making with us! Music therapists from Expressive Therapies and a quartet from the talented Fox Valley Symphony are partnering to offer an interactive experience for all ages and abilities. Discover the therapeutic joys of music while unleashing your creativity, whether you’re a seasoned musician or a newcomer. Together, we’ll explore endless musical possibilities and create harmonies that resonate with your soul.

1:30 – 2:00 | Exploring the music of Trinidad – Steel Drum/Jumbie Jam Fun @ Heid Music Back Lot

Join us to celebrate and discover the music from the Caribbean Island of Trinidad! Together we will take a journey to learn how the amazing Steel Drums or Steel Pans came about. Starting with bamboo sticks, called Tamboo Bamboo to what is known today as Steel Pans! You will get to learn and play along with us on Tamboo Bamboo and a smaller Steel Pan called Jumbie Jams! Use of Jumbie Jams courtesy of Panyard & The Building for Kids.

2:00 – 2:45 | Harmonica Workshop 101 @ Heid Music Back Piano Gallery

Harmonica Workshop 101 with Lee Nimmer and Michael Twombly, and Rob Burkham. Experience multiple styles of harmonica, straight harp and cross harp. Lee and Michael will cover the basics of chords, scales, rhythm, and leads. See a disassembled harmonica and learn the history behind the one instrument that you can not see while playing!

2:00 – 2:45 | Dragon Legacy Workshop @ Fox Valley PAC – KC Theater

Traditional Chinese Dance with long sleeves- Lu Zhang
Chinese Folk Dance with fans- Fox Valley Ladies’ Dance team
Chinese Flute- Roger
Waist Drum – Jianhua Cheng
Authentic Chinese dance – Min Huang

3:00 – 3:45 | Flowerpot Music @ Heid Music Education Annex

Flowerpot Music, an innovative composition by acclaimed composer Elliot Cole and under the direction of percussionist Peter Ferry, showcases the unlikely yet enchanting sounds of flowerpots.

3:00 – 3:45 | IndUS Workshop @ Fox Valley PAC

Join us at the IndUS Workshop for an immersive experience in traditional Indian dancing, where participants of all ages can learn and enjoy vibrant dance forms. This enriching workshop celebrates the rich cultural heritage of India, offering a unique opportunity to connect with the rhythm and grace of Indian dance