Students will be introduced to the basics of drumming in this ensemble.  Learn basic drumming and percussion fundamentals, stick work, tone production, and discover other instruments of the percussion family! Students will prepare a small ensemble piece to be performed for families at the last class of the session.

Ages 9-12

Maximum 6 students.

$250 | Tues 4:00-4:45 p.m. |45-minute class | 8-week session

FALL SESSION: October 22 – December 10

WINTER SESSION: January 21 – March 11

Open to musicians with 1+ year of playing experience. Have fun learning to play in a small string ensemble, learning unique repertoire and developing small ensemble playing skills.

Ages 12+

$250*| Wed, 5:00-5:45 p.m. | 45-minutes ensemble | 8-week session

*This class is free to those that meet the financial assistance requirements.

FALL SESSION: October 23- December 11

WINTER SESSION: January 22 – March 12

SPRING SESSION: April 23 – June 11

Open to musicians with 1+ year of playing experience. Have fun learning to play in a small guitar ensemble, discovering unique repertoire and developing small ensemble playing skills. Maximum 8 students.

Ages 12+

$250| Wed, 5:00-6:00 p.m. | 60-minutes ensemble | 8-week session

FALL SESSION: October 23- December 11

WINTER SESSION: January 22 – March 12

SPRING SESSION: April 23 – June 11

Come sing with us!  A variety of vocal styles will be explored & performed in this new and exciting chorus!  Students will learn healthy vocal technique, improve musicianship, & experience singing in a group setting.  No experience necessary!

Participants must be entering grades 3 – 8.

FREE | Tues, 5:30-6:30 p.m. | 60-minute ensemble | 8-week session

FALL SESSION: October 22 – December 10

WINTER SESSION: January 21 – March 11

SPRING SESSION: April 22 – June 10

Designed for beginning players, this ensemble teaches first year players the basics of performing in a band! Students will work with faculty to learn basic music notation, aural skills, beginner performance techniques, and how to play in an ensemble setting.

Ages 8-15

Mon, 4:15-5:00 p.m. | 45-minute ensemble |  Room 111

PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 716.884.4887 FOR QUESTIONS ON REGISTRATION.

Designed for intermediate players with at least 1-2 years of playing experience, this ensemble teaches intermediate level musicians the basics of jazz! Students will work with faculty members in this hands-on setting, learning to read jazz sheet music, improvisation skills, jazz history & learn to play in an ensemble.

Ages 8-15

Mon, 4:15-5:00 p.m. | 45-minute ensemble |  Room 111

PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 716.884.4887 FOR QUESTIONS ON REGISTRATION.

Designed for advanced players with 2+ years of playing experience, this ensemble continues what students have learned at the intermediate level to expand their jazz knowledge! Students will work with multiple CMS Faculty members in this hands-on setting, learning to read jazz sheet music, improvisation skills, jazz history & hone their ensemble playing skills.

Ages 10-17

Mon, 5:00-5:45 p.m. | 45-minute ensemble |  Room 214

PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 716.884.4887 FOR QUESTIONS ON REGISTRATION.

Members learn to play folk music in a jam setting as they improvise, play by ear & have an all-around good time. Students may join any time during the session.

Ages 13+

FREE | Tues, 8:15-9:15 p.m. | 60-minute ensemble | 8-week session | Room 214

FALL SESSION: October 22 – December 10

WINTER SESSION: January 21 – March 11

SPRING SESSION: April 22 – June 10

Open to musicians with at least 3+ years of playing experience. Students will participate in a small jazz ensemble, learn to read and understand jazz sheet music, and learn about the fundamentals of jazz. Students will also hone their improvisational skills & work with multiple CMS Faculty members in this hands-on setting.

Ages 16+

$250| Mon, 6:30-8:00 p.m. | 90-minutes ensemble | 8-week session

WINTER SESSION: January 6 – March 10 (NO CLASS January 20 & February 17)

SPRING SESSION: March 31 – June 9 (NO CLASS April 14, 21, & May 26)

The CMS Community Chorus is a non-auditioned choral ensemble that sings a wide variety of music, including traditional choral music, gospel, pop, Broadway and more. CMS Community Chorus will be taking a trip to the movies this fall, singing songs from many beloved films! All voice parts and singers are welcome!

Ages 16+

Maximum 60 singers. ENSEMBLE FULL.  Please keep an eye out for our Spring Session!

$30 registration fee | Tues 7:00-8:30 p.m. | 90-minute ensemble

FALL SESSION: September 24 – November 19

CONCERTS: Friday, November 22 & Sunday, November 24

I LOVE ROCK N ROLL!  Join us for a celebration of women rock stars!  Learn about performing with others in duets, trio, and small ensembles.  Each session will celebrate a different genre or artist. All voice types and abilities are welcome!

Ages 16+

$250| Thurs, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.| 60-minute ensemble| 8-week session

FALL SESSION: October 10 – December 12  (NO CLASS October 31 & November 28) RECITAL December 14

WINTER SESSION: January 23 – March 13 RECITAL March 15

SPRING SESSION: April 24 – June 12 RECITAL June 14

Open to musicians with 2+ years of playing experience. Ensemble will have fun learning to play in a small wind ensemble, learning unique repertoire and develop small ensemble playing skills.

Ages 13+

$250 | Tues, 7:00-8:00 p.m.| 60-minute class |8-week session

WINTER SESSION: January 21 – March 11

SPRING SESSION: April 22 – June 10

Students will be introduced to the basics of drumming in this ensemble.  Learn basic drumming and percussion fundamentals, stick work, tone production, and discover other instruments of the percussion family! Students will prepare a small ensemble piece to be performed for families at the last class of the session.

Maximum 6 students.

$250 | Tues 4:00-4:45 p.m. |45-minute class | 8-week session

FALL SESSION: October 22 – December 10

WINTER SESSION: January 21 – March 11

SPRING SESSION: April 22 – June 10