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SUMMARY:Ann Miklich Stringfest
DESCRIPTION: Open to ALL String Instruments! \n\n\n\nThis year’s topic for Stringfest is electronic music and strings! Faculty member William Shipley will be leading a presentation and workshop along with other CMCB string faculty. There will be a big combined performance at the end. Dinner is provided as well!
URL:https://cmcb.org/event/ann-miklich-stringfest/
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SUMMARY:The John Kleshinski Concert Series Presents: CMCB Creates
DESCRIPTION:As part of our John Kleshinski Concert Series\, CMCB is once again presenting a self-portrait concert\, showcasing original works composed and performed by CMCB teachers and administrative staff. \n\n\n\nParticipants include: A.J. Gaudreau\, VoiceAditi Malhotra\, VoiceAndrew Gretzinger\, ComposerElizabeth Cai\, ViolinHannah Elizabeth Tobias\, C Flute\, Alto Flute and PiccoloJared Field\, ClarinetJillian Moore\, VoiceKavita Shankar\, ViolinKevin Sullivan\, Double BassLecolion Washington\, BassoonManuel Garcia Baro\, PianoVinh Pham\, PianoWilliam Shipley\, Viola\, Violin and SaxophoneYJ Jeon\, Piano \n\n\n\nJoin us to celebrate these and more members of our CMCB community and hear music of all genres\, including the world premiere of new compositions!
URL:https://cmcb.org/event/the-john-kleshinski-concert-series-presents-cmcb-creates/
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SUMMARY:Mini Music Therapy: An Early Childhood Music Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Throughout the month of May\, we are the 50th anniversary of Music Therapy at CMCB through a series of concerts and musical events across the City of Boston. Join the Community Music Center of Boston at Atlantic Wharf in the Seaport District for an early childhood music workshop! \n\n\n\nGeared for ages 0-4\, Music Therapists from CMCB will be leading participants in hands-on musical activities\, showcasing an instrument petting zoo\, and crafting handheld musical instruments together with your little ones. \n\n\n\n290 Congress St\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, street level
URL:https://cmcb.org/event/mini-music-therapy-an-early-childhood-music-workshop/
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SUMMARY:Young Composers' Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, May 9th from 9:30am to 3pm for CMCB’s annual Young Composers Festival\, YCF! \n\n\n\nYCF is a series of workshops\, performances\, and a call for scores session at CMCB. This year Dom Glaude and Mark Perez are leading workshops on beat making and orchestration. William Shipley and Kevin Sullivan will be performing violin/viola and double bass duos for our call for scores\, which will include pieces written by CMCB students as well as young composers from the greater Boston area. \n\n\n\nThere are many ways your students can get involved in YCF\, including: \n\n\n\n\nHaving an original piece performed in a concert hour (we can help pair composers up with performers if needed\, but can’t guarantee every instrument will be available)\n\n\n\nSubmitting a piece for the Call for Scores\n\n\n\nAttending as an audience member!\n\n\n\n\nYou can also find the registration form here. Please fill out the form for your students and let us know if they’re interested in attending\, performing\, or both by Wednesday\, April 22nd.
URL:https://cmcb.org/event/young-composers-festival-4/
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SUMMARY:Mini Music Therapy: An Early Childhood Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Throughout the month of May\, we are the 50th anniversary of Music Therapy at CMCB through a series of concerts and musical events across the City of Boston. Join the Community Music Center of Boston at Little Cocoa Bean in the Seaport District for an early childhood music workshop! \n\n\n\n308 Congress St\, Boston\, MA 02210
URL:https://cmcb.org/event/mini-music-therapy-an-early-childhood-workshop/
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SUMMARY:Then\, Now\, and Next: 50 Years of Community Music Therapy at CMCB
DESCRIPTION:Our May Community Conversation will be highlighting the 50th anniversary of CMCB’s Music Therapy program. Join us for a panel of leaders in music therapy\, public health\, and philanthropy\, along with a light dinner reception to honor our legacy and discuss the future of music therapy. Reserve your free tickets today!Panelists:Kimberly Khare\, MT-BC\, Music Therapist\, Next StepBelen Cox\, TMCity FoundationRahn Dorsey\, President\, Eastern Bank FoundationLorrie Kubicek\, MT-BC\, Mass General HospitalRenate Rohlfing\, MT-BC\, Berklee College of Music \n\n\n\nModerated by:Karen Wacks\, Berklee College of MusicRachel Chao\, CMCB \n\n\n\n\nSecure Your Spot Today!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore Concerts and Events! \n\n\n\nOur celebration of CMCB Music Therapy will include an ongoing historical exhibit of our music therapy program at CMCB\, as well as several community events leading up to the May 14th Community Conversation! Join us at any of the following\, no tickets required: \n\n\n\nCMCB Music Therapy Exhibit: May 8th-18th\, during regular CMCB hoursAn exhibit honoring the history of CMCB Music Therapy for its 50th anniversary.Community Music Center of Boston34 Warren Ave\, Boston\, MA\, 02116 \n\n\n\nMini Music Therapy: Saturday\, May 2nd\, 10AM-12PMAn early childhood music workshopAtlantic Wharf290 Congress St\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, street level \n\n\n\nCMCB Music Therapy’s 50th Birthday Party: Friday\, May 8th\, 10AM-2PMA sing-a-long and jam session with snacks and festive activities!Allen Hall\, Community Music Center of Boston34 Warren Ave\, Boston\, MA\, 02116 \n\n\n\nMini Music Therapy: Saturday\, May 9th\, 10AM-1PMAn early childhood music workshopLittle Cocoa Bean at Boston Children’s Museum308 Congress St\, Boston\, MA\, 02210 \n\n\n\nCMCB & Goodwill Pop-Up Concert: Tuesday\, May 12th\, ~11AM (confirmed time coming soon!)Participants from Goodwill\, one of our community partner organizations for music therapy\, will be performing alongside Hannah Johnson\, CMCB Music Therapist.Outside of Dudley Cafe15 Warren St\, Boston\, MA 02119 \n\n\n\n—Community Conversations is a series of workshops with CMCB staff that seeks to engage others in dialogue about important issues in arts education. We want the voices of our students\, parents and partners to be amplified. Join us to learn and share your experiences.Additional information about registration and other events can be found at www.cmcb.org. This event is free for all to attend; please consider making a donation to CMCB to support this work.
URL:https://cmcb.org/event/then-now-and-next-50-years-of-community-music-therapy-at-cmcb/
CATEGORIES:Community Conversations
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SUMMARY:Performathon
DESCRIPTION:What is Performathon? \nPerformathon is a festival of continuous performances where students showcase their talents and help fundraise for the organization. Every CMCB department participates\, and students from our community music school and our community engagement partnerships all perform—over 100 performances between 9am on Friday and 5pm on Saturday!  \nWhere else can you hear students of every age and background playing music from every genre and style you can think of? Only at CMCB! \nThis year’s Performathon is a series of in-person concerts and events that will be premiered in Allen Hall\, and streamed live for audiences across all performances and sessions: January 30 – January 31\, 2026. \nPerformance Schedule Overview \nThis year’s Performathon will see close to 100 performances in 2 days! \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, January 31: \n9:30-10:30AM Hurley School 5th grade performance11:30AM-1:00PM Karaoke w/ Bay Cove\, Goodwill\, & the Price Center3:00-4:00PM Performathon Block 14:00-5:00PM Performathon Block 25:00-6:00PM Performathon Block 36:00-7:00PM Performathon Block 47:00-8:00PM Performathon Block 5 \n\n\nSaturday\, January 31: \n10:00-11:00AM Performathon Block 111:00AM-12:00PM Performathon Block 212:00-1:00PM Performathon Block 31:00-2:00PM Performathon Block 42:00-3:00PM Performathon Block 53:00-4:00PM CMCB Orchestra Open Rehearsal \nThis year\, Performathon ends with an open rehearsal with CMCB Orchestra. Bring your instrument to play along with the group\, or come just to listen! \n\n\n\n\nFriday Youtube Livestream Link \nSaturday Youtube Livestream Link \nWaiting for the next performance slot to begin\, or finished up your performance and want to celebrate? Head to Rehearsal Room B to grab a snack and participate in fun activities such as crafts\, lawn games\, and more. Whether you’re waiting for your performance block or winding down after\, it’s the perfect spot to relax\, connect\, and soak up the excitement. There will even be pizza available (first come first serve!) on Saturday from 12-1PM! \n \nPerformers of all ages across the CMCB community are welcome to participate in Performathon! \nPerformers can play anything they would like to share. From five note scales to a movement from a concerto\, this is open to all ages\, all instruments\, and all genres of music (including original works!) \nIf you are a student interested in signing up to perform\, complete the Performathon Student Sign-Up Form here! \n \nPerformathon is also a fundraiser for student scholarships! Help us make sure that finances are not a barrier to participate in music! It’s a great opportunity for students to step-up and express more about what they love about CMCB. \nFamilies\, staff\, friends\, and donors – you can participate too!  \nWe hope that you will consider being a champion for CMCB! If you are interested in participating\, you can create a personal fundraising page here: givebutter.com/CMCBPerformathon2026
URL:https://cmcb.org/event/performathon/2027-01-29/
LOCATION:Community Music Center of Boston\, 34 Warren Ave\, Boston\, MA\, 02116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Music School,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Performathon
DESCRIPTION:What is Performathon? \nPerformathon is a festival of continuous performances where students showcase their talents and help fundraise for the organization. Every CMCB department participates\, and students from our community music school and our community engagement partnerships all perform—over 100 performances between 9am on Friday and 5pm on Saturday!  \nWhere else can you hear students of every age and background playing music from every genre and style you can think of? Only at CMCB! \nThis year’s Performathon is a series of in-person concerts and events that will be premiered in Allen Hall\, and streamed live for audiences across all performances and sessions: January 30 – January 31\, 2026. \nPerformance Schedule Overview \nThis year’s Performathon will see close to 100 performances in 2 days! \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, January 31: \n9:30-10:30AM Hurley School 5th grade performance11:30AM-1:00PM Karaoke w/ Bay Cove\, Goodwill\, & the Price Center3:00-4:00PM Performathon Block 14:00-5:00PM Performathon Block 25:00-6:00PM Performathon Block 36:00-7:00PM Performathon Block 47:00-8:00PM Performathon Block 5 \n\n\nSaturday\, January 31: \n10:00-11:00AM Performathon Block 111:00AM-12:00PM Performathon Block 212:00-1:00PM Performathon Block 31:00-2:00PM Performathon Block 42:00-3:00PM Performathon Block 53:00-4:00PM CMCB Orchestra Open Rehearsal \nThis year\, Performathon ends with an open rehearsal with CMCB Orchestra. Bring your instrument to play along with the group\, or come just to listen! \n\n\n\n\nFriday Youtube Livestream Link \nSaturday Youtube Livestream Link \nWaiting for the next performance slot to begin\, or finished up your performance and want to celebrate? Head to Rehearsal Room B to grab a snack and participate in fun activities such as crafts\, lawn games\, and more. Whether you’re waiting for your performance block or winding down after\, it’s the perfect spot to relax\, connect\, and soak up the excitement. There will even be pizza available (first come first serve!) on Saturday from 12-1PM! \n \nPerformers of all ages across the CMCB community are welcome to participate in Performathon! \nPerformers can play anything they would like to share. From five note scales to a movement from a concerto\, this is open to all ages\, all instruments\, and all genres of music (including original works!) \nIf you are a student interested in signing up to perform\, complete the Performathon Student Sign-Up Form here! \n \nPerformathon is also a fundraiser for student scholarships! Help us make sure that finances are not a barrier to participate in music! It’s a great opportunity for students to step-up and express more about what they love about CMCB. \nFamilies\, staff\, friends\, and donors – you can participate too!  \nWe hope that you will consider being a champion for CMCB! If you are interested in participating\, you can create a personal fundraising page here: givebutter.com/CMCBPerformathon2026
URL:https://cmcb.org/event/performathon/2028-01-28/
LOCATION:Community Music Center of Boston\, 34 Warren Ave\, Boston\, MA\, 02116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Music School,Special Events
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