CMC launches neighborhood jam series at Bissap Baobab
On Tuesday October 16, CMC launched a new jams series at Bissap Baobab just around the corner from the CMC Mission Branch. Led by Eduardo Corzo with Miguel Govea, CMC students from the Charanga Ensemble, Teen Jazz Orchestra, Latin Vocal Workshop, and Jazz Ensembles participated along with other CMC faculty and staff. The Tuesday night […]
Starting a Mindful Practice Routine: Practice tips from CMC faculty Rachel Condry
Rachel Condry is clarinet and chamber music faculty. Through her many years of teaching, she has developed a mindful practice routine that is useful for all music students, no matter the instrument.
Welcoming Polly Moller Springhorn to CMC
Interview: Polly Moller Springhorn, CMC Grant Writer We’re welcoming Polly Moller Springhorn to our staff as the new Grant Writer. Polly is no stranger to CMC. She’s visited many times as a concert goer and serves on the Board of Directors for Outsound Presents, which puts on a new music summit in the Concert Hall […]
Concert with Conversation 2018-2019 season announced!
The free concert series Concert with Conversation where world-class musicians grace the Community Music Center Concert Hall with a performance and Q & A session with the audience has been announced. This series generously presented by San Francisco Performances kicks off with Cuban pianist Alfredo Rodríguez on Friday, October 5.
The Hows and Whys to memorize: Practice tips from CMC piano faculty Elyse Weakley
Whether you’re learning to play piano or another instrument, follow these practice tips from CMC piano faculty Elyse Weakley.
Why I give to CMC? A donor testimonial of Roland Feller
Pictured (L to R) Lois Feller, Roland Feller, and Jane Kumin. Photo by Drew Altizer. “I can’t imagine a life without music.” -Roland Feller Violin-maker Roland Feller first experienced music as a child at home, where his parents made sure that he and his five siblings each learned to play an instrument. Home is also […]
Meet Gabi and Leo, new staff at CMC
CMC is welcoming new staff this summer! Gabi Díaz-Hernández is the new Mission District Young Musicians Program Coordinator and Associate Registrar. Leo Harrington is the new Young Musicians Program Coordinator. Though Gabi and Leo are new staff at to CMC, they are not new to CMC. Gabi is a CMC student and Leo is alumni. […]
Donate today to CMC and you’ll be entered into a raffle!
Community Music Center is close to reaching our financial goals this fiscal year, but we still need to raise $30,000 in the next 3 weeks. Your support will help us continue providing access to music for all. Can you help? Everyone who donates by June 30th will be entered into a raffle for a grand prize […]
New summer music classes for all ages and levels
CMC is rolling out new offerings just in time for summer. Learn a new instrument or sharpen your musical skills. All ages and levels can enjoy fun and affordable classes taught by excellent CMC faculty. Afro-Caribbean Drumming and Singing for Kids with Hector Lugo (New this summer) Day/Time/Location: Wednesdays, 4:00 – 5:30pm, Mission Branch […]
CMC choir concerts to brighten the June gloom
All 12 CMC Older Adult Choirs will be performing free concerts this June. With spirited renditions of favorite songs from Latin, Jazz, gospel, Broadway, and oldies, these concerts are an inspiring and uplifting way to spend a morning or afternoon. You’ll be swept away by the energy and enthusiasm of the singers and the conductors! […]