CMC in the News

Field Day at CMC, celebrating our founder Gertrude Field and 95 years of music for everyone, was a great success! Thanks to everyone who made the day so special. CMC students, staff, faculty, board members, supporters and volunteers all came together beautifully to support our mission. Together we raised over $23,000 for scholarships at CMC! Special […]

Software engineer and CMC student, John Boggs, makes the music education and technology connection in an op-ed article published in the San Francisco Chronicle on November 13, 2015. A bit of his compelling story: Those who study music learn patterns: arpeggios, cadences, the blues form, etc. Then, they create something larger using those patterns, often […]

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As a piano student, selecting the right keyboard is crucial to your musical journey. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced player, your instrument should embody quality, functionality, and inspire your creativity. In this guide, we’ll explore the essentials of buying a keyboard, including features, brands, and sample models across different price ranges. Basics A […]

“I don’t sing because I’m happy. I’m happy because I sing.” ― William James There are few joys as accessible as singing—whether it’s singing along to the radio, joining a community choir, singing a bedtime lullaby to a child, or just in the privacy of your own shower—it’s the only instrument that’s part of yourself. […]

Vance Maverick

Vance Maverick, a composition student at CMC, is ready to debut his first opera this June at the CMC Concert Hall in the Mission. His path to this achievement has been marked by dedication, collaboration, and support from the community. Maverick’s passion for musical composition began at 13 when he discovered the Bach Brandenburg Concerti. […]