The Monday Musicale
Toledo's Premier Music Organization since 1913
Upcoming Events
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A Letter from the President
"Thank you to all who donated!"
Dear Friend of Monday Musicale,On June 8, thirty-five musicians came together to perform for an enthusiastic audience at the beautiful First Presbyterian Church of Maumee. We celebrated beloved mentors Frances Renzi and Bonnie Ward and the impact they have had on countless young musicians in our region. Junior Musicale members and alums, many of them past Monday Musicale Scholarship recipients, offered heartfelt and inspiring performances.Thank you for being part of our celebration and thank you for your generous gift to our campaign. Together we have raised more than $25,000 toward our goal of $40,000 for the Monday Musicale Scholarship Fund!
Our Monday Musicale Scholarship Fund campaign will continue throughout the 2025-26 season. You can learn more about our campaign and upcoming programs at mmtoledo.org. Please take advantage of our website to fulfill your pledge, set up a recurring donation, or make an additional donation.Mark your calendar now for our Junior & Mini Musicale concerts – Sundays at 2 pm at First Presbyterian Maumee – January 25, February 22, and March 22. Please join us to hear the wonderful young musicians that your gifts support.Our Monday Musicale First Monday Concerts return in October: 1:15 pm at First Presbyterian Maumee – October 6, November 3, December 1, February 2, March 2, and April 6. Each program features Monday Musicale members and their guests performing a wide range of engaging repertoire. Plan to start each month with great music presented by some of our region’s finest musicians.I hope to see you often at our concerts in the coming year.
With gratitude,
Amy Heritage
Amy Heritage
President, The Monday Musicale
You can still Make a Difference!
Checks payable to Monday Musicale can be mailed to:Karen Johnston, Treasurer
3540 W. Laskey Rd.
Toledo, OH 43623-3954You can also make a pledge online using the "Donate" link. All gifts are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
Past Events
Jr & Mini + Monday Musicale
Scholarship Fundraising Concert
Sunday, June 8, 2025, 2 pm
First Presbyterian Church of Maumee
Jr & Mini Musicale Auditions
Saturday, May 3, 2025, 10 am
Learn More
Grace Wipfli, soprano
Thursday, April 24, 2025, 1 pm
Afternoon Recital Series at First Presbyterian Church of Maumee
The Monday Musicale
Toledo's Premier Music Organization since 1913
Scholarship Fundraising Concert!
Make a pledge before June 5, 2025 to be recognized in the concert program!
• PLATINUM: $2,400 ($200/month)
• Gold: $1,200 ($100/month)
• Silver: $600 ($50/month)
• Bronze: $300 ($25/month)
Donating by check?
You can mail it to:
Karen Johnston, Treasurer
3540 W. Laskey Rd.
Toledo, OH 43623-3954
Jr & Mini + Monday Musicale
Scholarship Fundraising Concert
Sunday, June 8, 2025, 2 pm
at The First Presbyterian Church of Maumee
Honoring Our Mentors:
Bonnie Ward & Frances Renzi
| PLATINUM | $2,400 one-time | $200 monthly |
| Gold | $1,200 one-time | $100 monthly |
| Silver | $600 one-time | $50 monthly |
| Bronze | $300 one-time | $25 monthly |
The Monday Musicale
Toledo's Premier Music Organization since 1913
About
First Monday of the Month since 1913 ...
The Monday Musicale, Inc. is a not-for-profit, educational, and charitable corporation, established in Toledo, Ohio in 1913. It was organized by a group of women musicians to encourage the development of the musical talent of its members, to stimulate community interest in music and to award scholarships to young students of music.
The founders were some of the finest teachers of musical instruments in the Toledo area. Mildred Harding, charter member, taught and performed in Toledo until her death in 1943. The Monday Musicale was named as the heir to her small estate and has funded her string scholarship since that time.Over the years, other members and their families have established scholarships… Bernice MacNab, Margaret Stone, Betty Swift, Betty Foster, Esther Gartz, Dorothy Price, Betty Burke, to name a few.Today, members, guests, and the public still gather on the first Monday of the month to enjoy fine music performed by members of The Monday Musicale and guest musicians.
| Officers 2025-26 | ||
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| President | Amy Heritage | ✉ |
| 1st Vice President Program & Publicity | Gwen Senerius | ✉ |
| 2nd Vice President Scholarships | Karen Vollmer | ✉ |
| 3rd Vice President Jr & Mini Musicale | Rachel Schmitz Norma Kelling | ✉ |
| Treasurer | Karen Johnston | ✉ |
| Secretary | Claire Cho | ✉ |
| Directors | Connie Alleshouse Cheryle Knight Nancy Russell | |
| Social Committee | Barbara Harris Helen Patton | |
| Program Design | Diane Varner | ✉ |
The Monday Musicale
Toledo's Premier Music Organization since 1913
Find Us!
Venue
First Presbyterian Church of Maumee
200 E. Broadway St. Maumee, Ohio 43537
Our concerts are held at the First Presbyterian Church of Maumee, located in the heart of downtown Maumee. Free parking and accessible entrances are available.First Pres Maumee also offers free concerts year-around. Visit the church's website and learn more about their concert series!
Contact
Let’s talk 👋 Don’t hesitate to reach out with the contact information below, or send a message using the form. You can also find us at our concerts. Please join us for a wonderful hour of chamber music and get to know this dedicated community of musicians and music lovers.
| [email protected] |
| Mailing Adress |
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| The Monday Musicale 3540 W. Laskey Rd. Toledo, OH 43623-3954 |
| Concert Venue Address |
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| First Presbyterian Church of Maumee 200 E. Broadway St. Maumee, OH 43537 |
Send Us a Message
The Monday Musicale
Toledo's Premier Music Organization since 1913
Are you a current member wanting to pay your dues online? Please click "donate" below.
Membership
Our concerts and scholarships are made possible by the support of our members. Become a member today, enjoy live music, meet music-loving neighbors, and support local student performers!
Member Benefits
Our monthly recitals offer opportunities for Active Members to perform solo and chamber music in a beautiful venue.
Our monthly recitals are a great opportunity to connect with area professional musicians and music lovers.
Members can choose to list their information in our online Music Teacher Directory (upcoming).
Our scholarship auditions are primarily open to the students of The Monday Musicale members.
Members receive advance notice of concerts and scholarship opportunities.
Members are invited to our board meetings to take part in decision making. Active and Associate members are eligible to serve as board members and committee members.
Membership Types
Active: Performing Member. Active members perform at least once a year on our Monday afternoon concerts. They are accepted by audition - typically performing as a guest on a concert, or by affirmation of our membership committee.
Associate: Non-performing Member. Associate membership is open to anyone with an interest in our mission.
Membership Fee
Membership is $25 per year and your membership fee supports our mission of providing scholarships for student musicians. It also makes a great gift!
Ready to Become a Member?
Please click the link below to use our online membership application form!
You may also mail us our Membership Form or a simple note indicating your contact info with a $25 membership fee.Our mailing address is:The Monday Musicale
3540 W. Laskey Rd
Toledo, OH 43623-3954Email address is:
[email protected]
Not ready to become a member, but still want to support? Please click "donate" at the bottom to make an online contribution. Thank you!
The Monday Musicale
Toledo's Premier Music Organization since 1913
2025-26 Season
The Monday Musicale
First Monday Concerts
We strive to bring the best live performances to our community. Our performers are local musicians, music teachers, and highly esteemed young students from our scholarship program. Please check out our 112th season schedule!
Our venue is:
First Presbyterian Church of Maumee
200 E Broadway St. Maumee, OH 43537
All concerts are Mondays at 1:15 pm.
Coffee and snacks ☕🍪 follow!
Free Admission. We welcome donations to our scholarship fund.
Oct 6, 2025
1:15 pm
Performers to be announced
Nov 3, 2025
1:15 pm
Performers to be announced
Performers to be announced
Dec 1, 2025
1:15 pm
Performers to be announced
Feb 2, 2026
1:15 pm
Performers to be announced
Mar 2, 2026
1:15 pm
Performers to be announced
Apr 6, 2026
1:15 pm
Performers to be announced
Annual Luncheon & Concert
Early May, 2026
Please check back for details.
For Jr & Mini Musicale's concert schedule, please click the button below:
The Monday Musicale
Toledo's Premier Music Organization since 1913
Let Monday Musicale Light the Way for Future MusiciansThe goal of our scholarship is to stimulate interest in and love of music in our community. Please contribute to the scholarship fund, even the smallest gift makes a difference.The scholarship funds come from the endowment fund income and individual donors. You may designate your scholarship donation in memory or in honor of a loved one.Send contribution to:The Monday Musicale
3540 W. Laskey Rd.
Toledo, OH 43623-3954or click "Donate" below to make an online contribution.
Scholarship Auditions
High-performing young musicians in the Toledo area are invited to audition for our scholarship program. Area private music teachers may nominate up to two of their students for scholarship consideration each year. The winners are given cash awards, performance opportunities, and an invitation to become a member in our student league, Jr & Mini Musicale.
2026 Scholarship Auditions
For junior and senior high school students of piano, strings, voice, organ, winds, percussion, harp.The auditions are usually held on the first Sunday of March. Please check back for details (you can read below the rules for the 2025 auditions).
How to Apply
Private music teachers may recommend up to two students for scholarship consideration by completing the attached form.
Application is free if recommending teacher is a member of The Monday Musicale. Non-members must include a $25 application fee with completed recommendation form.
Upon receipt of the application, the teacher and student will be notified of the audition time.
Send completed application to our Vice President of Scholarships, Karen Vollmer. Her mailing address and email address can be found in the PDF Application Form.
Application must be received by Friday, February 14.
Categories
| Junior Division (grades 7-8) | |
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| Piano | 4 years minimum private study |
| Strings | 4 years minimum private study (may include 1 year of another instrument) |
| Organ | 3 years minimum keyboard study |
| Instrumental | 2 years minimum private study (may include 1 year of another instrument) |
| Voice | 1 year minimum private study |
| Senior Division (grades 9-12) | |
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| Piano | 5 years minimum private study |
| Strings | 5 years minimum private study (may include 1 year of another instrument) |
| Organ | 3 years minimum keyboard study |
| Instrumental | 3 years minimum private study (may include 1 year of another instrument) |
| Voice | 1 year minimum private study |
Eligibility
Student must be nominated by their current private teacher.
Student may receive a scholarship once in the Junior Division and twice in the Senior Division.
Student may audition on only one instrument.
Repertoire Requirements
Two compositions: one Baroque or Classic, and one Romantic or 20th/21st Century.
Maximum 8 minutes of music.
Voice and instrumental applicants must perform with piano.
Applicant must provide their own accompanist.
Music must be memorized, with the exception that organists may use scores due to the use of registration.
Notification of Results
Applicant and their teacher will be notified of results by email.Please note: Top scholarship winners will be invited to play at The Monday Musicale Annual Spring Luncheon in May.
To request further information, please email: [email protected].
The Monday Musicale
Toledo's Premier Music Organization since 1913
Jr & Mini Musicale
Jr & Mini Musicale is the student league of The Monday Musicale. Middle and high school age performers of various instruments are selected by audition to become members of Jr & Mini Musicale. These fine young musicians present three programs each year, in January, February, and March.
Jr & Mini Musicale provides an encouraging atmosphere for students to hone their musicianship skills. The program also nurtures the students’ leadership skills by providing them opportunities to plan events, manage social media and promotions, and engage with our community. Our program currently has 50 student members.
Want to Join Jr & Mini Musicale?
Auditions are required to join Jr & Mini Musicale. Auditions are usually held on the first Saturday of May. Please check back later for details.
Requirements
A teacher's recommendation is required to apply.
Middle school students (grades 5-8) must play one classical piece by memory.
High School students (grades 9-12) must play two contrasting pieces by memory.
Etudes are acceptable as a second piece.
Applicant must provide his/her accompanist.
Accompanists are not mandatory, but are helpful.
Students may audition on one or more instruments.
2026 Jr & Mini Concerts
All concerts are SUNDAYS at 2 pm
First Presbyterian Church of Maumee
(200 E Broadway St. Maumee, OH 43537)Free Admission. We welcome donations to our scholarship funds.
Jan 25, 2026
2pm
| Mini Performers | Teachers |
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| To be announced | To be announced |
| Junior Performers | Teachers |
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| To be announced | To be announced |
Feb 22, 2026
2pm
| Mini Performers | Teachers |
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| To be announced | To be announced |
| Junior Performers | Teachers |
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| To be announced | To be announced |
Mar 22, 2026
2pm
| Mini Performers | Teachers |
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| To be announced | To be announced |
| Junior Performers | Teachers |
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| To be announced | To be announced |
The Monday Musicale
Toledo's Premier Music Organization since 1913
Directory🔎
Looking for a teacher or a musician? Here is a list of The Monday Musicale members and the teachers of Jr & Mini Musicale members, who have openings for music lessons and performances.
Find a Music Teacher
Our list is currently updating. Please check back later!
Find a Performer
Our list is currently updating. Please check back later!
The Monday Musicale
Toledo, Ohio
Our Mission
- To enrich the musical lives of our members
- To stimulate interest in music in our community
- To award scholarships to young students of music
- To support our student organization, The Jr & Mini Musicale
Membership
Active "performing" members are accepted by audition - typically performing as a guest on a concert, or by affirmation of our membership committee. Associate "non-performing" membership is open to anyone with an interest in our mission.
Meetings
All Members are invited to participate in our meetings which take place one hour prior to our monthly concerts. All members are eligible to become officers of our organization.
Performance Opportunities
Since 1913, active members and their guests have presented free concerts at 1 PM on the first Monday of the month in October, November, December, March, & April.
Dues
$25 annual membership fee for Active and Associate members due each fall.
The Monday Musicale cordially invited you to become a member. Please complete the form below, pay the dues online (click "donate" below), and you are all set! To inquire further information, please email: [email protected]
Pay the Membership Dues (click "Donate")
The Monday Musicale
Annual Luncheon & Concert
Early May, 2026
Lunch will be followed by our scholarship winners’ concert.
To make a reservation, please submit the reservation form and pay the $30 plus $1.39 PayPal processing fee (click "donate").
You may also mail a check ($30) to Karen Johnston, 3540 W. Laskey Rd. Toledo, OH 43623-3954.
For further inquiries, please email: [email protected]
Pay $31.39 (click "Donate")