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Friday, February 22, 2019 San Francisco Chronicle Datebook Joshua Kosman Does voice have a gender? For trans singers, old categories are breaking down

A culturally and artistically innovative vocal symposium seeks to encourage transgender voices that have been silenced to grow and be heard. Community Music Center is hosting “Trans and Singing: A Symposium for Voice Teachers and Singers” on Saturday, February 23. The symposium re-examines the thinking and approaches on transgender, intersex, and genderqueer singing, acknowledging that trans vocal stories often include barriers to musical participation. This day-long symposium for singers of all levels and vocal teachers will be offered as a service to the community, completely free of charge.

Jeffrey Freymann of Classical KDFC interviewed New Voices Bay Area chorus director Reuben Zellman and chorus members on Sunday November 11. The story appeared on the November 19, 2018 State of the Arts, KDFC’s segment about culture. Listen to the story here: New Voices Bay Area Makes its Debut

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When The New School needed a venue for their West Coast Regional auditions, they turned to CMC. Dennica, an Admissions Counselor at the College of Performing Arts, shared why the space and staff made the experience so successful. Dennica discovered CMC while searching for a venue that could meet the school’s unique audition needs. “We […]

Are you working on a new tune, perfecting a cover, or just looking for a fun way to share your music? Then mark your calendar for CMC’s first-ever Open Mic Night! This is your chance to perform on stage, meet other musicians in the community, and enjoy a night of creativity and collaboration. Whether your […]

Sharon Wayne has recently stepped into the role of Faculty Council Chair at CMC, bringing with her more than thirty years of experience as a performer, recording artist, educator, and chamber musician. For her, this position feels like a natural extension of the work she has already been doing within the community. “For the last […]