COMMUNITY MUSIC CENTER
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Mission Statement
Community Music Center makes high quality music accessible to people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, regardless of financial means. Vision:: We believe in the power of music to connect people, celebrate cultures and transform lives. Community Music Center (CMC) is a cornerstone San Francisco cultural institution and a vital hub for music education and performance anchored in the Mission District. We envision students and faculty who are engaged and fulfilled in making music together, and audiences who are energized by their experiences. Inspired by their training, our students are empowered to find their own voice, develop lasting relationships, embrace learning, and give back to their communities. At Community Music Center, we value: COMMUNITY. We bring diverse people into a welcoming environment to study, create and enjoy music together. We respect and embrace all music traditions and promote understanding through culturally responsive musical training and programs. We adapt programs to meet community needs and partner with others to extend our reach and impact. ACCESSIBILITY. We believe everyone deserves equitable access to high-quality, inclusive music education and performances. We offer a generous tuition assistance program and a full range of musical experiences that build human potential and a life-long appreciation of music. STUDENT-CENTERED LEARNING. We cultivate artistic growth for people of all ages and abilities through outstanding music education and performance opportunities. Our accomplished faculty encourages creativity and personal expression, customizing teaching to individual needs. Through passion and love of music, we inspire students to reach their fullest potential. COMMITMENT. We build lasting relationships with students, faculty and partners, and demonstrate integrity in our actions. We pledge to continuously improve our facilities and programs to cultivate our future, commemorate our legacy, and preserve a vital sanctuary for music on behalf of this and new generations.
About This Cause
Your music, your community. Community Music Center makes high quality music accessible to people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, regardless of financial means. Classes are offered on a sliding scale and some are completely tuition-free. CMC students range in age from a few months to nearly 100 years old, and they enjoy classes in everything from Western classical to Chinese to Latin Music. Audience members enjoy events ranging from square dances to contemporary music performances. Last year over 3,100 students of all ages studied at CMC and thousands attended CMC performances. Our commitment to accessibility dates back nearly a century. CMC’s mission of accessibility drives every aspect of our work. Our tuition assistance program, nearly $2.4M last school year, supports students through free programs, scholarships, and sliding-scale tuition. Founded in 1921, Community Music Center is one of the oldest and largest community arts organizations on the West Coast. From our teachers to our staff, we’re all committed to sharing our love of music and helping our students succeed. CMC has branches in the Mission and Richmond districts, as well as programs throughout the city. CMC programs at a glance: - Private lessons on over 30 instruments (including voice), composition, musicianship and theory - Instruction in diverse musical styles including Western classical, jazz, blues, gospel, Latin, and Chinese - Ensemble classes such as Cuban Salsa, Jazz Improv, Tango Ensemble, Latin Vocal and String Orchestra Workshop - Group classes for adults in Music Theory, Composition, and Somatic Education - Group classes and ensembles for youth including Family Music, Children’s Chorus, Teen Jazz Orchestra, and Summer Camps - Award-winning Young Musicians Programs: free private lesson and ensemble programs for diverse, primarily low-income youth - Adult Certificate Program - Choirs for older adults in partnership with SF senior centers - Music therapy - Free or low-cost concerts, workshops and master classes in CMC’s 130-seat concert hall - Affordable concert hall, practice room, and instrument rentals