Class Program: Community Music School
Guitar Ensemble
Description Multiple guitars create a unique sonic experience when they combine harmony, melody and rhythm. This ensemble will improve students’ sight-reading, chord knowledge and technique. Students read standard notation and explore a diverse repertoire including classical, pop and jazz selections. Guitarists who are ready for a group experience learn valuable ensemble skills such as blend,
Guitar Friends
Guitar Friends is full for the 2025-26 school year. Please check back in June to register for 2026-27! Description In this beginner guitar class, students learn how to strum chords, pick melodies and play simple songs on the guitar. The small class size ensures that each child receives some individual attention each week while learning
Instrument Adventures
Instrument Adventures is full for Spring 2026! Please check back in June, or explore our other Early Childhood Music classes. Description In this primer for our group instrumental classes, students explore music from around the world and experience a range of instruments from the winds, brass, strings and percussion families. Through hands-on demonstrations and visits
Intro to Singing For Adults
Description Learn about the voice and basics of singing, in a relaxed group setting. Designed to help students discover vocal technique through warm-up exercises and guided meditations that bring an awareness to the body in preparation for singing. This class will expand both singing and speaking voices through connection of mind, body and emotion. The
Violin Friends
Registration for Violin Friends is now full for 2025-26. Please write to cmsadmin@bkcm.org if you’d like to join the interest list for next year! Description Students begin their journey with the violin in a cheerful group setting which integrates elements of improvisation and composition as well as essential musicianship skills such as sight reading, ear
Music Adventures
Music Adventures is now full for Spring 2026! Registration for Fall 2026 will open in June Description In this class, kids experience music as a group through stories, movement and songs from different cultures. This class offers an introduction to playing tuned and non-pitched instruments. Students learn rhythms, patterns and melodic shapes that start them
Musical Theatre for Kids
Description Students who love to sing musical theater enjoy musical theater games and work collaboratively to produce an original short play featuring a variety of popular musical theater tunes and current hits. Students learn healthy singing techniques—including breath control, posture and diction, setting them up for success in private voice lessons and other group singing
Piano Ensemble
Description Piano Ensemble supports young pianists in developing musicianship and listening skills. Students have fun learning individual parts that combine to create an ensemble sound. Students improve their rhythm, sight-reading, and expressive tools and take part in crafting arrangements, composing original songs and exploring improvisation. Piano Ensemble lays the foundation for students to join chamber
Piano Friends
Piano Friends is full for the 2025-26 school year. Please check back in June to register for 2026-27! Description More than just an introduction to the piano, Piano Friends teaches young students essential music skills from reading notation to positioning their fingers on the keyboard. Each week students explore group ensemble songs which build their
Music Theory for Adults
Description Students learn the fundamentals of Western Classical music theory, such as form, harmony, melody and rhythm. Through guided listening and take-home resources, the class aims to give students a deeper understanding of how music theory works and is an excellent resource for parents and caregivers who are supporting students studying music. Students engage in