Join us at the 2026 Wisconsin State Music Conference for a session on teaching with the new polka resource from Re/sound: Songs of Wisconsin.
The Brueggen family has been playing polka for 18 generations. Gary started when he was nine years old. Now he leads the band along with his wife and kids. Gary and his daughter Matti share what they love about playing polka and discuss the mysteries of the concertina.
Join this session to learn about and engage with the newest PBS Wisconsin Education "Re/Sound: Songs of Wisconsin" lesson featuring the Mashkiiziibii Youth Singers and Drummers group.
The Mashkiiziibii Youth Singers continue the tradition of cultural preservation by learning the singing and drumming skills that allow them to celebrate impactful moments and connect with Tribal Nations from across the country.
Mariachi Monarcas de Milwaukee celebrates Mexican culture through their music. Watch their performance of “El Son de la Negra” and explore how music connects us across time and place.
Kellen Abston, known on stage and to his listeners as “Klassik,” was born and raised in Milwaukee. He honors the family members and mentors who have guided him as he channels his creativity into making electro-soul-infused hip-hop music that takes the pulse of his life in the city.
Marcya Daneille is a jazz vocalist based in Milwaukee. Her music, which she describes as “classically-trained, jazz-influenced, and soul-inspired” is infused with improvisation.
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Lavanyaa Surendar of Brookfield shares stories and emotions through a tradition of Indian classical music and dance.
The four friends who make up Black River Revue love to put a spin on bluegrass classics, often referencing the places where they grew up, like the Black River.