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Happy #FacultyFriday ✨ Meet April, a new MAMM Faculty teaching lessons in Songwriting, Voice, Guitar, Piano, Ukulele, Music Theory, and Preschool of Rock!

Preschool of Rock at MAMM is a fun, engaging 6-week program for future rock legends aged 0-5. During each WEEKLY 30-minute session, kids (and caregivers!) will get moving, explore instruments, and rock out. Encourage your student's curiosity for music with games and sing-alongs designed to promote playful music making.

Upcoming session:

THURSDAY MORNINGS October 29 - December 10*
Ages 0-5 10:00-10:30am
*No class on Thanksgiving

SUNDAY MORNINGS November 1 - December 13*
Ages 0-2 10:00-10:30am
Ages 2-5 10:45-11:15am
*No class Thanksgiving weekend 11/29

For registration info, visit https://www.maineacademyofmodernmusic.org/preschoolofrock

🎵 About April 🎵

April writes and produces indie pop music under the name, April Keez. Her original song, "Boston in the Rain" was a finalist in the 2022 Songdoor International Songwriting Contest.

A recipient of the Maine Arts Commission's competitive Artist Project Grant, April also writes instructional guides to creating and understanding music. April's authorial debut, From Spark to Song: A Lyric Writing Guide to Ignite Your Creativity is a love letter to the craft of lyric writing.

Join April at Preschool of Rock this fall!

#MAMM #MAMMrocks #Preschool #PortlandMaine MusicEducation taken in Maine Academy of Modern Music by @mammrocks

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Happy #mammmonday 🤘🏻School year lessons are in full swing at Presumpscot & Fore Street! Reminder that MAMM is open for lessons & rehearsals as usual today, Monday, October 12. Check out our upcoming slate of student performances at https://www.maineacademyofmodernmusic.org/events-calendar taken in Maine Academy of Modern Music by @mammrocks

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Ready to rock this Halloween season? Join us for Ghoul of Rock: Adults Edition! at @baysidebowl 🎶

Our MAMM Adult Bands take the stage for a night of live music, good vibes, and spooky fun.

📅 Friday, October 30
⏰ Doors 7:00 | Music 7:30
🎟️ $15 Adults / $10 Kids
📍 Bayside Bowl, Portland

Support local musicians and kick off Halloween weekend with a night of killer performances! 🤘 taken in Bayside Bowl by @mammrocks

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7 days ago

#ThrowbackThursday to last month's @dcnaportland Porchfest! 🏡🎶

We had a great time hosting & rocking out with you all at the MAMM All Ages Open Stage. A very special thanks to DCNA for having us, our Mabel Street hosts and MAMM faculty, and everyone who braved the weather to watch or take the stage 🤘 See you next year!

#MAMMrocks #porchfest taken in Deering Center by @mammrocks

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9 days ago

🌊🌲PORTLAND, ME🌲🌊 BIG NEWS!!
Stoked to announce I’ll be closing out 2026 on Dec. 18th Live At Madrid’s with the full band! @liveatmadrids
TICKETS ON SALE NOW - Hit the link in bio🤘🏼🎫🎫
Grab your crew and and see you out there!

Huge thank you to @camdennational and @mammrocks for sponsoring this epic night.

Support acts are TBA so stay tuned - you will not want to miss this!

#kingkyote #portlandmaine #concert #tour taken in Portland, Maine by @mammrocks

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11 days ago

EXTENDED REGISTRATION DEADLINE 📆 There's still time to join our fall 2026 Studio Recording 101 Workshop at @thesquareportland 🎧

SWIPE ➡️ TO MEET THE INSTRUCTORS ➡️

Only a few ports in our Teens and Adults workshops remain! More info available at mamm.rocks/recording101

#thesquareportland #MAMMrocks

Kosta Johnson 🎚️ is a producer, engineer, and educator with over a decade of professional studio experience. A five-time Grammy–nominated engineer, Kosta has built his experience both in the studio and through years of on-location live recordings for indie artists and major labels alike. At [the square], Kosta brings deep technical expertise, leadership experience, and a strong commitment to education — supporting artists at every stage of the creative process, from first demo to finished release.

Only a few ports in our Teens and Adults workshops remain! More info available at mamm.rocks/recording101

#thesquareportland #MAMMrocks

DJ MATT PERRY 💽 is an official Apple Certified Logic Pro producer who has worked on records for many of New England’s top artists. He frequently collaborates with Grammy Award–winning musicians bringing a polished, artist-centered approach to every project. As an engineer and producer, Matt specializes in music production, high-quality commercial audio, voiceover, podcast production, and fully remote-directed recording sessions.

Only a few ports in our Teens and Adults workshops remain! More info available at mamm.rocks/recording101

#thesquareportland #MAMMrocks taken in The square - Portland by @mammrocks

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Something spooky is coming to Ellsworth 👻
Maine Academy of Modern Music presents Ghoul of Rock at @blackmoonpublichouse, featuring live music from regional youth bands, including MAMM - Downeast, MAMM - Bangor, and more!

📅 Friday, October 30, 5:30pm doors, music at 6:00pm
📍Black Moon Public House, 142 Main Street, Ellsworth
🧛 Costumes optional, but encouraged!
👩🏻‍🎤Stick around for a special guest performance by local favorites @anniandtherainmakers at 8:00pm

Come cheer on our young rock stars as they light up the stage this Halloween season.

Presented in partnership with The @1932criterion Theatre, @harperhousemusicfoundation, and @fieldnotemusic taken in Black Moon Public House by @mammrocks

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It's #Shipyard Saturday! 🧑🏻‍🎤 Join us TODAY at The Barrel Room at The Shipyard Tasting Room for our Kids & Teens Open Stage, presented by Capt'n Eli's Soda!

Youth soloists, duos and bands welcome! We'll provide the backline (drums, amps, keyboard & PA), you provide the talent!

Open to all young people -- you don't need to be a MAMM student to participate, just show up & sign up! (Note: all band members must be present for sign up)

Doors at 5:30pm, Music 6:00-8:00pm, Suggested $5 Donation at the door

#MAMMrocks #shipyardbrewing taken in Shipyard Brewing Co. by @mammrocks

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14 days ago

MAMM Frightening Friday 👻 Save the day for our 2026 Kids' Ghoul of Rock! at @olsportland 🎃 on Saturday, October 24

Join us for an afternoon of costumes, music, and spooky fun brought to you by the Maine Academy of Modern Music.

📅 Saturday, October 24
⏰ Music kicks off at 3:00 (Time is subject to change)
🎟️ $15 Adults / $10 Kids - Tickets available on the door
📍 One Longfellow Sq, Portland

Come cheer on our young rockers as they light up the stage this Halloween season! by @mammrocks

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MAMM needs Band Members! 👩‍🎤 🎤 🥁 🎸

We’re still looking for a few musicians to round out some bands on our roster! Interested in joining a band this year?

Send us an email to registrar@mamm.rocks to learn more. Reminder, need-based scholarships are available for lessons & bands! Come rock with us 🤘

#MAMMrocks #makingtheband taken in Maine Academy of Modern Music by @mammrocks

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16 days ago

It's a very special #TestimonialThursday from Erin!

Erin is a special combination of Board Member/MAMM Parent/volunteer/student: what we consider a MAMM-Bassador & ROCKSTAR 🤘🏻

A huge thank you to Erin, who is wrapping up her Board tenure at MAMM this month, for her continued support of our organization.

Are you or a colleague interested in getting involved with our Board, on a committee, or volunteering at MAMM? Email office@mamm.rocks to learn about available opportunities

#mammrocks #portlandmaine taken in Maine Academy of Modern Music by @mammrocks

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Saturdays just got even sweeter 🥤 Join us every first Saturday this fall at The Barrel Room at The @shipyardtastingroom for our Kids & Teens Open Stage, presented by @captnelisoda!

Youth soloists, duos and bands welcome! We'll provide the backline (drums, amps, keyboard & PA), you provide the talent!

Open to all young people -- you don't need to be a MAMM student to participate, just show up & sign up! (Note: all band members must be present for sign up)

📅 FALL DATES: Oct 3, Nov 7, Dec 5

Doors at 5:30pm, Music 6:00-8:00pm, Suggested $5 Donation at the door

#MAMMrocks #shipyardbrewing taken in Portland, Maine by @mammrocks

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