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ROSEWOOD MUSIC PROGRAM AT THE CENTER POWERED BY Y.O.U.TH

Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) is now in East Portland, thanks to our community partners. Call our partner liaison at 503-679-5879 (habla español) for the latest program information at The Center Powered by Y.O.U.th (Youth Organized and United to Help).

Ukulele Circle

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Join our creative, engaging, and community-building group. Explore the basics of technique, theory, and sight reading by playing together in a welcoming ensemble setting. Class materials will be provided by the teacher at no extra charge. Participants are encouraged to attend at minimum 8 sessions per term. High level of attendance is expected. This class is a continuation of Winter Term 2023.

Instrument rentals may be available from CMC. Indicate your need for an instrument at the time of registration or fill out our online rental request form at: CommunityMusicCenter.org

Beginner | Age 7–12

F 4/7–6/9 4:00–4:45pm

$80 1151433 Jorden

Beginner–Intermediate | Age 8–13

F 4/7–6/9 5:00–5:45pm

$80 1151434 Soldevila

Location: Y.O.U.th (Youth Organized and United to Help)

SE 162nd Ave and Stark St youthpdx.org

Facility Use And Rentals

• Community groups and individual musicians wanting to use the CMC auditorium or other rooms for their music-related projects, rehearsals, or performances at a low fee or no cost are asked to use our online interest list form in the Auditorium Reservations section of our website at: portland.gov/parks/community-music-center

• Drop-in practice room use is currently suspended. See our website in September for more information on these facility-use options.

COMMUNITY MUSIC CENTER, INC.

Community Music Center’s non-profit partner (CMC, Inc.) is an all-volunteer organization that raises money year-round to increase access to music education through needbased scholarships and tuition subsidy, instrument rentals to students, free or low-cost concerts, and more. CMC, Inc. was founded in 1960 by a group of parents and interested citizens to help maintain the CMC as a City facility, providing scholarship assistance and tuition subsidy through year-round fundraising. Today, through its Board of Directors, CMC, Inc. continues to provide the vital financial and leadership support required to ensure equity of access to quality music activities in Portland Parks & Recreation.

Board of Directors

Brian Wagner, President

Kevin Lefohn, Vice-president

Judy Rompa, Vice-president

Katherine Schroeder, Treasurer

Matthew Morgan, Secretary

Katrina Kahl

JC Smith

Peter Tsiorba

Sara Watts

Help Community Music Center remain vital—Donate!

Since class fees do not cover all costs, CMC relies on donations from individuals and organizations to fulfill its mission. You can help CMC with your tax-deductible cash donation to CMC, Inc.

Call 503-823-3177 or visit us online: CommunityMusicCenter.org

NEED-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS

Scholarship funds are made possible by fundraising events and generous donations from individuals and businesses made to CMC, Inc. Endowment funds are maintained by the Oregon Community Foundation for CMC, Inc.’s scholarships, operations, and programs:

Naomi Blumberg Chamber Music Education Fund

Elizabeth N. Gray Fund

Shirley Englund Music Scholarships Fund

Marion T. Tsefalas Music Scholarships Fund

Awards And Merit Scholarships

Cash awards in memory of dear friends of CMC are presented to outstanding students at the end of each school year based on demonstrated excellence in playing, dedication, involvement in the musical community, and significant progress. The faculty nominates eligible students, and finalists are determined by faculty and staff. All of the award funds listed above are managed by the Oregon Community Foundation.

Cmc History Book

Community Music Center: The First 60 Years—

A Musical History

Both a historical profile and memory album, this book lays out the fascinating story of Portland’s Community Music Center, from the early inspirational movements in local arts education, to the vision of CMC’s founders, the accomplishments of students, and the significant resources and thriving community of the Center today. On sale online at CommunityMusicCenter.org and on site.

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