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Controversial Compositions: When the Public Resists Music (Roosevelt 55+)


Lifelong Learning 55+ / Adventures in Learning -
Lifelong Learning 55+ Spring 2026

In this interactive music appreciation class series, explore music that caused a stir with audiences, governments, or religious institutions for various reasons. Learn about music that challenged societal expectations, from 13th century church music to Loretta Lynn’s “Rated X," and more. Part of a three-part series, "Controversial Compositions." Attendance at all three sessions not required. 

This program is cosponsored by HCL and MacPhail Center for Music.  The program is funded with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

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  MacPhail Center for Music


Nokomis Library
Friday, May 29
12:00 - 1:00 PM

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Min Age   18 yr.

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