Music Programs for Adults

Adults of all ages are welcome at Community Music School. Whether you are learning an instrument for the first time, becoming reacquainted with an instrument, or a skilled musician in need of guidance, CMS is here to help.


Private Instruction
No matter your age, whether you are an absolute beginner or someone with considerable music experience, you are welcome to study at CMS.  We can generally find time in our teacher's schedules that fits the demands of the busy adult life style.  Adult students taking weekly instrumental or vocal lessons can enjoy the same curriculm benefits as our school-aged students.  For those who can not manage regular weekly lessons, a flexible schedule can be arranged if it is agreeable to the private lesson instructor.  However, the benefits of the Music Enrichment Program do not apply to those not enrolled in weekly instruction.

Bail Out - Adult Jazz Ensemble

This group, directed by Don Reese is for players of all instruments and levels. Rehearsals are Saturdays 11:30-12:30pm during the school year and tuition is $125/year. New members are welcome to attend rehearsal and meet with the director afterwards to discuss joining the ensemble.

Cantabile Chorale - Teen & Adult Chamber Chorus

This mixed-voiced, multi-generational chorus directed by Emilily Kosasih explores traditional secular and sacred choral literature as well as lighter contemporary music. If you are at least 16 years of age, enjoy singing and beind around other people that enjoy singing, then you will love the CMS Cantabile Chorale. At minimum, the chorus performs on 2 concerts each year. Rehearsals are Tuesdays 7:15-8:45pm September through May. There is a $125 annual membership fee payable at the first rehearsal. The membership fee is waived for students enrolled in private lessons at CMS. New members are welcome to attend rehearsal and meet with the director afterwards to discuss joining the choir.

Chamber Ensembles

A number of small group ensembles can be arranged for adults of similar playing skills. If you are interested in forming an ensemble, or if you are part of an ensemble and are in need of a faculty coach, contact the Registrar at CMS.

Jazz Theory Classes

45-minute, weekly class taught by Don Reese held on Saturdays at 10:15am.