Build the Foundation

Build a strong foundation for a life-long love of music. Start at the beginning with early childhood & beginner group classes, or the Suzuki Strings program.  Individual lessons are available for all ages and abilities.

Early Childhood & Beginner Classes

Kindermusik®, Piano Carnival, and Group Piano for Elementary Students

Suzuki Strings Program

Suzuki String students begin as early as age 4 for lessons and group classes with their parent/caregiver

Individual Lessons

One-on-one lessons available for all ages on all instruments of the band and orchestra, piano, guitar, and voice

Take it to the Next Level

A sequential orchestra program ushers young musicians through multiple levels, enhancing students' skills beyond individual performance and supporting the education process in school music programs. Ensembles and other special group programs give students opportunities to advance their skills collaboratively in smaller groups.

CMS Orchestras Program

String Ensemble, String Orchestra, YPCO, YPSO, YPOP. Auditions are required.

Chamber Music Programs

CMS Preparatory Program, Chamber Music Exploration. Auditions are required.

CMS Jazz Collective

Auditions are by appointment

 

And More

With a summer session for individual lessons and fun summer camp programs, the music never stops at CMS. The Young Composers Competition shines the spotlight on the future of classical music accepting submissions from young composers around the world.

Summer Programs

There’s no summer slump at the CMS. In addition to a summer session of lessons, CMS has multiple camps and workshops during the summer to explore new skills and make great friends!

Young Composers Competition

Since 2004, the Young Composers Competition has recognized and encouraged the efforts of those between the ages of 12-21 who are involved in the process of creating music.