The Power of Diversity and Inclusion in Mariachi Education: Conversations...
At CMC, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of teaching. Through music, CMC educators create welcoming spaces where students from all backgrounds can grow both as artists and as people. Two...
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Shaping Sound: A Report Back on a Composition Workshop with Terence Blanchard...
By Sai Ray “If I could tell you, I would.” These were the first words that legendary trumpeter Terence Blanchard spoke to around 50 young musicians in SFJAZZ’s Miner Auditorium. Last month, Blanchard...
View ArticleHistorical Achievements and Milestones: Celebrating TIGQ Singers in Music...
Throughout history, transgender, intersex, and gender-queer (TIGQ) singers have faced unique challenges, but they have also made extraordinary contributions to music. From paving the way for greater...
View ArticleTunes From Our Backyard: Songs of the WPA California Music Project
It started with trains. I loved model trains as a kid, and my dad and I would go stand by the railroad tracks in Oakland, CA to watch the real ones go by. When I moved to Walnut Creek, CA near the...
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Life at CMC By Adi Patil
My name is Adi Patil, and I did my apprenticeship at CMC in the Mission on Capp and 20th. I wanted to apprentice at CMC because I have been taking guitar lessons here for almost three years. My...
View ArticleTurn Your Voice Into Music with CMC A Cappella
A cappella music has a unique appeal that not only captures the essence of the hits we love but also invites singers to explore and expand the possibilities of their voices. What’s fascinating about...
View ArticleThe Beat of Peru: The Afro-Peruvian Cajon
The Afro-Peruvian Cajon is more than just a percussion instrument; it is a powerful symbol of identity, creativity, and cultural pride. Born on the coasts of Peru, this simple wooden box drum has a...
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Eowyn: A Rising Pianist Making an International Impact
Eowyn, a Franco-American sophomore at the Lycée Français de San Francisco, is making a name for herself in the world of classical piano. Since the age of six, she has studied piano at CMC under the...
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CMC Recitals: A Stage to Grow and Shine
At CMC, student recitals are more than just performances—they are milestones in a musician’s journey. To learn more about what it means to participate in a CMC recital, we spoke with Ellis Krause, a...
View ArticleCMC’s Favorite Neighborhood Spots
Is your taste for coffee beans as refined as your taste in music? If you’re always looking to experience diverse flavors to match your eclectic interests, or looking to make a night out of attending a...
View ArticleCMC Summer Camps: Fun and Inspiring for Young Musicians
Summer music camps are a fantastic way for young musicians to grow their skills, build confidence, and make new friends. As Katie Wreede, director of Camp CMC, explains, “Summer music camps are...
View ArticleThe Magic of the Keyboard Marathon: Nature in Music
We are excited to invite you to the upcoming Keyboard Marathon on April 27, 2025, at 3 p.m. This annual event brings together the talented pianists of CMC, showcasing their music and creativity, each...
View ArticleCelebrating 40 Years of Anything Goes Chorus with Ellen Robinson
For four decades, Ellen Robinson has been the guiding force behind the Anything Goes Chorus (AGC), bringing hundreds of singers together to experience the transformative power of music. As she...
View ArticleA Family’s Legacy of Supporting Music Education at CMC
For decades, the Chiu family has been an integral part of CMC, and their unwavering commitment to making music accessible to all. We have been fully committed to the center’s growth and success. Their...
View ArticleReuben & Jessalynn: Voices of Change
As performer, activist, songwriter and scholar, Bernice Johnson Reagon so poignantly summed up: “when we sing, we announce our existence.” The ethos that music provides all of us a necessary tool for...
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Excellence in Every Note: The Piano Department at CMC
At CMC, piano students are guided by teachers who bring both deep experience and heartfelt dedication. The Piano Department is a place where students of all ages and backgrounds can grow in skill,...
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A Musical Evolution Rooted in Community: Daniel Brown
For Daniel Brown, a professional jazz musician and founder of the Richmond District’s beloved record store NOISE, the roots of his musical journey trace back to childhood lessons at CMC. Introduced to...
View ArticleField Day: Playing with a Purpose
When CMC’s annual Field Day rolls around, the campus buzzes with the joyful sounds of music, laughter, and connection. For CMC piano faculty member Christian Bonvin, the event is more than a...
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MDYMP Takes the Stage at Carnaval
Each spring, the streets of San Francisco’s Mission District come alive with celebrations during Carnaval San Francisco, a two-day festival that highlights the diversity of the city’s Latin American...
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