Headwaters Summer Sampler Special
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Thinking about learning an instrument, but not sure where to start? Try out what feels right with our Summer Music Sampler- a fun, flexible way for kids, teens, and adults to explore music lessons at a discounted rate!
June - August, 2026 | $100.00 for 4 Lessons
Share your Voice!
As part of our organization’s strategic planning, we want to hear from our community! We currently have two surveys available: one for current participants, and a separate survey for members of our wider community who have not yet joined the Headwaters family. We appreciate your time and input as we plan for the future!
“What truly sets Headwaters apart is its commitment to accessibility, offering sliding-scale tuition and scholarships to ensure that financial limitations do not hinder participation. The organization offers a wide range of opportunities, from private music lessons to group art classes, making it a versatile hub for creativity in northern Minnesota.”
-Joe Gould, Beltrami County Commissioner
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Discover the joy of creativity at Headwaters Music & Arts!
Headwaters Music & Arts: A center for creativity in the center of Bemidji
Headwaters Music & Arts began offering music lessons in Bemidji as a nonprofit over 30 years ago, with 7 teachers for 72 students. In 1997, we moved to our current location at 519 Minnesota Ave and became a full-service school of the arts.
Because of incredible community support in the form of time, materials, expert advice, and donations, Headwaters has grown into a gathering place where students and community members of any age can experience a wide variety of arts activities, ranging from recitals and rock band shows to clay, mural painting, and other fine arts.
Upcoming Events & Announcements
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Discover Headwaters Week: Weeklong Open House
Monday, September 14 through Friday, September 18th from 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm daily at Headwaters Music & Arts
Come in, look around, make some art, and discover all the ways you can get creative at Headwaters!
In celebration of National Arts in Education Week, Headwaters Music & Arts invites you to stop by during our weeklong open house and explore the many ways people of all ages can learn, create, perform, and connect through the arts
Discover Headwaters throughout the week:
- Meet Headwaters staff and teachers
- Get a tour of our building and creative spaces
- Learn about music lessons, art classes, camps, clubs, performances, and community events (ask about our First Lesson Free offer for music lessons!)
- Find opportunities for children, teens, adults, and families
- Enjoy some popcorn
- Enter to win raffle prizes!
- Try a hands-on art activity
Come Discover Headwaters. You might just discover something new about yourself, too! -
Conversing In Music: Jazz Improv Weekend!
Jazz Improv Concert: Friday, September 25th at 7:00 pm | Admission: $25 for Adults or $7 for Students
Jazz Improv Masterclass: Saturday, September 26th at 11 AM | Class Fee: $20 for Adults or $10 for Students
What if the music had no script? This September, internationally recognized improvising composers Steve Hirsh and Nathan Hanson are bringing a one-of-a-kind weekend to Bemidji.
Join us for a live community concert on Friday evening and continue the experience with an interactive masterclass on Saturday morning.
Whether you're a musician, music lover, or simply curious about improvisation, this is a chance to experience something completely unique.
This activity is made possible, in part, by a grant from the Bemidji Area Arts Endowment, a component fund of the Northwest Minnesota Foundation.
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Spooky Candle Lanterns Pottery Night
Class: Saturday, October 10, 2026, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm at Headwaters Music & Arts
Cost: $80.00
Financial Assistance is Available based on need: Financial Assistance Application
Looking for a unique fall date night or a creative evening out with a friend? Slow down, get creative, and celebrate the season with a hands-on pottery experience designed for two. This 21+ workshop invites you to relax, sip, and create side by side—participants are welcome to bring an alcoholic beverage to enjoy responsibly during class.
Led by master potter Tom Daly, pre-thrown lantern forms, carving tools, and stencils are provided so you can focus on creativity, connection, and enjoying the process together. Choose your glaze color, enjoy a seasonal treat from Headwaters, and return later to pick up your finished lantern—fired, glazed, and ready to cast a warm, enchanting glow throughout the fall season.
No pottery experience is necessary. Cost includes admission for two participants.
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