Great American Songbook Foundation
Public Masterclass
Payne & Mencias Palladium // Monday, Jul 13, 2pm ET
Event Details
Mon Jul 13 - 2pm ET
Go behind the scenes of the Songbook Academy® experience at the Public Masterclass, where audiences can experience the mentorship and training that define this nationally recognized program. Held live at the Payne & Mencias Palladium, this free event features 10 randomly selected participants receiving real-time feedback from Great American Songbook Foundation founder and five-time GRAMMY nominee Michael Feinstein and a soon-to-be-announced celebrity guest mentor.
Public ticket sales and livestream registration begin May 18.
Learn More
This event offers a rare opportunity to see the Songbook Academy in action. Whether you're a singer, music educator, or fan of the Great American Songbook, you'll get a firsthand look at how young artists are coached, challenged, and developed throughout the week.
A livestream will also be available for audiences nationwide.
Event Information
Date: Monday, July 13 at 2 p.m. ETLocation: Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts
Ticket Information
Tickets may be reserved online, by calling (317) 843-3800, or in person at the Fifth Third Bank Box Office, 1 Carter Green, Carmel, IN.
Livestream
Can’t attend in person? Register to watch online from anywhere in the world.
Group Reservations & Accessibility
Tickets are limited to four per household. For groups larger than four, please email Tickets@TheCenterPresents.org or call (317) 843-3800 to reserve seats together.
Senior living communities, student groups, and organized community groups are warmly welcomed. Bus drop-off accommodations and group assistance can be arranged in advance through the Fifth Third Bank Box Office team.
For additional accessibility accommodations or assistance with group reservations, please call (317) 843-3800.
Guest Mentors
Michael Feinstein is a multi-platinum-selling, two-time Emmy and five-time GRAMMY Award-nominated entertainer known for his dedication to preserving the Great American Songbook. He has performed at the White House, Carnegie Hall, Buckingham Palace, and the Sydney Opera House. His most recent album, Gershwin Country, features collaborations with Dolly Parton, Brad Paisley, and other country legends.
In addition to founding the Great American Songbook Foundation, Feinstein serves as Artistic Director of Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts, and is a member of the Library of Congress’ National Recording Preservation Board. He’s also the author of the Los Angeles Times bestseller The Gershwins and Me.
About The Songbook Academy
Now in its 17th year, the Songbook Academy is a transformative summer intensive for high school vocalists, presented by the Great American Songbook Foundation and its founder, Michael Feinstein. Forty of the nation’s most talented young singers are selected from hundreds of applicants nationwide to spend a week working with award-winning music industry stars, professional vocal coaches, and music educators to develop their artistry with a focus on song interpretation and performance of timeless American popular music.
Our Partners
We are grateful to the partners whose support makes the Songbook Academy possible. Their investment helps nurture the next generation of musical storytellers and preserve America's timeless musical legacy.
2026 Guest Mentor Impact Supporters
Libby and Randy Brown
Michael and Margie Draper
Peggy Ford
The Fuller Family
David Gerstein, M.D.
Tim and Karyl McGeath
Bob and Rose Popovich
The Tobin Family
