The Rising Artist Program is designed for students in grades 6-12 who wish to become more engaged in their musical journey at CMCB. Formerly known as the Intensive Study Project, Rising Artist Program students participate in a program of varied musical activities, including: private lessons, chamber ensembles, and music theory/ear training classes. At the end of the year, each student will present an individual project on a musical subject of the student’s choosing at the Young Composers Festival.
The Rising Artist Program unites private lessons, music theory, and monthly RAP seminars into a comprehensive curriculum for middle and high school students.
Private lessons support your individual musical growth;
Music Theory deepens your understanding of how music works;
and RAP seminar provides a space to bring all these skills together with fellow musicians and apply them to a range of pathways-related activities, culminating in a personal choice project.
The RAP Curriculum Includes:
- Private lessons with a CMCB instructor (required, billed separately)
- RAP Seminar (required)
- Music Theory Course (required)
- Creation and presentation of an individual music project or performance at the Young Composers Festival (required)
- Participation in the Lapin competition (required)
- Optional Courses Include:
- Chamber Group
- CMCB Orchestra
| Program Type | Start Date | Full Tuition for non-RAP participants | Tuition for RAP Participants |
| Private Lessons Weekly, Required | Rolling – scheduled based on instructor and student availability | 30 minutes – $61 per lesson 45 minutes – $88.50 per lesson 60 minutes – $116.75 per lesson | Not eligible for 50% RAP Discount – is eligible for Financial Aid |
| Music Theory Weekly, Required | Saturday, November 1 | $544.05 | $272.03 |
| RAP Seminar Monthly, Required | Saturday, November 1 | $156.44 | $78.22 |
| CMCB Orchestra Weekly, Optional | Saturday, November 1 | $544.05 | $272.03 |
| Chamber Music Weekly, Optional | Saturday, November 1 Chamber groups can rehearse on days other than Saturday, scheduled based on group members availability | $544.05 | $272.03 |
For questions about your child’s musical journey at CMCB, contact our Student Services Team at registration@cmcb.org.
Learn more about tuition information and the financial aid application process by clicking here.
