Blumenkonig Studio

08/17/2026

A short essay about multimodal sensation in music

“Don’t listen with your eyes!” is a common sentiment among musicians.

06/18/2026

Here’s a great group lesson opportunity in the valley!

**Updated class schedule**

Due to a new professional opportunity, I will be streamlining my class offerings for the 2026–27 school year and will be offering orchestra classes exclusively. I look forward to continuing to make music with your students!

All orchestra classes will meet on Thursday mornings, beginning August 20th:
https://ruthschwartzmusic.mymusicstaff.com/group-classes

04/09/2026

We are incredibly excited to host classical pianist, Roman Rudnytsky for a concert on May 2nd! Scan the QR code on the flier to purchase your tickets.

As part of his visit to Palmer he will be teaching a piano masterclass at 3:00 pm on the same day. The masterclass is free and open to all members of the community. Participants can perform a solo in the masterclass or just attend as observers. We are asking for all who want to participate to register so we know how many to expect. You can register using the form on our website: https://www.palmerarts.org/events

03/22/2026

Now offering private lessons and group music classes to families in the Valley. 🎶

12/12/2025

Help me give my students the opportunity to experience varying styles of string playing This year I launched an electric strings ensemble at my middle school to give students the chance to experien...

08/27/2025

Here’s something a lot of bass players don’t realize…
Your bow’s balance point can mean the difference between a rich, smooth sound or a scratchy mess, between an arm that feels relaxed or one that’s completely drained.
It’s the little detail no one talks about, but once you discover it you’ll never look at your bow the same way again.
Want to learn more about the balance point?
Visit my blog: www.xavierfoley.com/bowbalancepoint

08/06/2025

Hey young singers of the Valley! Are you ready to elevate your musical journey? We want YOU to join our UNIFIED! Children and Youth Choirs. ❤️

In our choirs, you’ll expand your musical language, hone your vocal skills & make lasting friendships. We focus on mastering the art of performance, conquering challenging harmony parts, and blending as one voice. For those interested in pushing their limits, we also offer solo opportunities to explore your voice.

Let’s make our mark in the Valley together!

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07/20/2025

Thanks to everyone who has reached out about lessons this Fall! It feel honored to have so much interest in lessons in the community.

Unfortunately, due to limited lesson availability, I will only be accepting new students for bowed strings (Violin, Viola, Cello, and Double Bass) at this time.

I am happy to recommend other teachers in the area for instruments such as Piano, Guitar, Ukulele, Mandolin, Banjo, etc, until my schedule has more space.

I will still be honoring any openings from my waitlist for any instrument. Returning students of any instrument are also welcome and encouraged to reach out and book a lesson time.

Reach out soon before my schedule fills up!

07/20/2025

Had a great time playing in the Palmer Museum Garden yesterday. These are my favorite kinds of performances. Thanks to everyone who came by to listen — I saw lots of students and their families and felt very supported. What a great community to be a part of! 😊

Wolfgang Blumenkonig playing beautiful music in the museum garden. Blumenkonig Studio