Community Music Center

3350 Southeast Francis Street Portland, Oregon 97202 503-823-3177 | Fax: 503-823-3171 cmc@portlandoregon.gov CommunityMusicCenter.org

Music Programs Supervisor

Gregory Dubay

Music Coordinator

Daniel Reyes Llinás

Music Leader

Kari Kjome

Office Staff

Steve Arts

Bus Line

#9 SE Powell Blvd, #17 SE Holgate Blvd, #75 SE César E Chávez Blvd Call Tri-Met at 503-238-RIDE

Parking

Lot (limited) on East side of building; also street parking

Hours

Monday–Friday 1:00–6:00pm Some activities occur outside office hours

ADA Accessibility

CMC’s facility is wheelchair accessible, with the exception of the basement.

Instrument Rentals

Current and new students visit CommunityMusicCenter.org/instruments

Event Rentals & Drop-In Practice

Suspended until further notice due to Covid-19

We follow state and local Covid-prevention mandates and guidelines for in-person activities.

ABOUT COMMUNITY MUSIC CENTER (CMC)

In partnership with a nonprofit partner, CMC has been a popular place for music lessons and concerts in Portland since 1955. We enhance the greater Portland community by providing opportunities for all ages to learn about, make, and enjoy music. We do this through affordable music classes and lessons, free and low-cost concerts and workshops, low-cost instrument rentals, and other resources for the public.

Visit portland.gov/parks/register or scan the QR code to view and register for CMC classes online.

Sign up beginning FEBRUARY 28 for March 28–June 5 activities Sign up beginning APRIL 4 for May 2–June 5 activities

Pay What You Can – Using PP&R’s Pay What You Can option, registered activities can be reduced up to 75%. No application required.

Scholarships Available – If additional financial assistance is needed to assure someone can participate in CMC programs, please inquire about available support from the non-profit friends of CMC by emailing cmc@portlandoregon.gov or calling 503-823-3177. Learn more about CMC and how you can support it online at CommunityMusicCenter.org. SPRING 2022 PROGRAMS

EARLY CHILDHOOD Parent / Child Exploring Together* YOUTH Lessons* | Violin, viola, cello, piano, clarinet, saxophone. Virtual (via Zoom) options are available. Individual lessons are supplemented with required attendance in a music skills or ensemble class. Music Skills and Music Theory* Drum World* Choir and Vocal Ensemble* String Orchestra Suzuki Group Classes Creative Ensembles ADULTS, INCLUDING 60 & UP (See Lifelong Recreation, pages 108–138, for more activities for 60+.) Group Piano Lessons* Community Choirs* Community String Orchestra Virtual Recorder (via Zoom) ADAPTIVE RECREATION (See Adaptive & Inclusive Recreation, page 13, for more details.) Drum Circle* Inclusive Piano* *Indicates activities welcoming new beginners

VIRTUAL / IN-PERSON INSTRUMENT INSTRUCTION —YOUTH

Strings (except guitar) | Age 4-18

Winds and Advanced Piano | Age 10-18

Individual Lessons

Thrive with customized instruction. Build the skills and abilities needed to enjoy music as a participant, gaining self-confidence and developing self-expression.

Virtual or In-Person

Instruction occurs online via Zoom or in-person at the Community Music Center. Specify your preferred choice during the registration process. In-person lessons are under strict Covid safety guidelines which will meet or exceed OHA requirements. Important note: if you choose Zoom, it is likely that you will not be able to change to in-person through the rest of the term.

Enrollment Process

New-to-CMC students: use the “application” activity number below to be put on a waiting list for an opening. Placement with an instructor depends on openings that are available at the time you apply. • Beginners: 1143706

• Continuing students who are new to CMC

(non-beginners): 1143787 • Continuing CMC students will receive their unique link from the CMC office to use for enrollment. In order to continue lessons from winter to spring, students must re-enroll by the deadline of March 12. Lessons are scheduled between instructor and student at a mutually agreeable day and time, as verbally confirmed. Your instructor may require materials not included in registration fee. Beginners start with 30 minute lessons; advanced students (playing concertos or sonatas) move to 45 minute lessons; 60 minute lessons are provided in special cases. Suzuki, traditional, hybrid, and other instructional methods are used, depending on the instructor. Daily individual practice between classes is a required part of successful music instruction.

Required Enrichment Class

During the School Year, CMC requires private lesson students to enroll in a concurrent enrichment class (music skills, ensemble, etc.), or apply for an exemption if participating in similar activities elsewhere. Separate fees apply for CMC’s enrichment classes, and enrollment for the class is in addition to the private lesson registration.

Instruments

Instrument rentals may be available—indicate your need for an instrument at the time of pre-registration or fill out our online rental request form.

Participation

Good attendance and practice between lessons expected.

Exploring Together | Age 2-6

It’s musical playtime for kids! Develop self-expression, cognitive, social and musical skills through songs, games, movement, and percussion. Play while making friends along the way. Be part of a harmonious experience that creatively engages concepts such as rhythm and tonality, then bring it home to share. Tu 3/29-5/31 1:30-2:10pm $110 1144236 TBA

Tu $110 3/29-5/31 2:20-3:00pm 1144237 TBA

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Drum World | Age 7-14

Feel the beat! Explore percussion instruments from near home and from far away lands, and get your rhythm skills tight and groovy! Mon 3/28-6/6 4:30-5:20pm $110 1143873 Van Cleave

Beginner Theory and Games | Age 5-7

Welcome to the big musical house! Explore basic concepts through musical games, demonstrations, and discussion. Gain knowledge of instruments, musical styles, and theory while participating in listening, movement and other interactive activities. Starting with a solid foundation leads to success playing an instrument and enthusiasm for creating and understanding music. Tu 3/29-5/31 3:30-4:10pm $110 1143631 TBA

W $110 3/30-6/1 1143632

3:45-4:25pm Godula

Theory and Listening Lab | Age 6-9

Bring your curiosity for music fundamentals like scales, chords, and rhythm. Plant and water the seeds of creativity to grow in your musicianship. M 3/28-6/6 3:30-4:10pm $110 1143874 Van Cleave

Theory and Skills | Age 6-9

Looking to broaden your musical vocabulary and deepen your understanding of what makes music work? Tailored instruction in a small group class can help you gain confidence and be more creative. Be inspired by making progress in reading, writing, playing, and/or singing at a higher level. This class uses a piano keyboard approach to theory suitable for any instrumentalist or singer. W 3/30-6/1 4:30-5:10pm $110 1143776 Godula Students need to have access to a piano or keyboard for daily practice at home. Instructor may require purchase of materials (sheet music) not included in class fee.

Piano Primer

To master 88 keys, start with the basics. Focus on sitting and hand technique, note names, beginning rhythms, dynamics and more. Feel the accomplishment of playing your first tunes! Uses Faber Piano Adventures Primer Lesson Book. Prerequisite for “continuing from winter” classes is specified number of terms of group piano class or the equivalent.

Term 2 | Age 6-9

(Continuing from winter) Th 3/31-6/2 $110 1143763 5:15-5:55pm Godula

Term 3 | Age 6-9

(Continuing from fall and winter) Tu 3/29-5/31 3:30-4:10pm $110 1143766 Jefferson

Tu $110 3/29-5/31 4:15-4:55pm 1143767 Jefferson

Th $110 3/31-6/2 1143765 3:30-4:10pm Godula

Term 4—Virtual (via Zoom) | Age 6-9

W 3/30-6/1 3:30-4:10pm

$110 1143778 Jefferson

Term 6 | Age 7-11

(Continuing from winter—Wednesday, 4:15pm)

See Piano Laboratory—Virtual (next page)

Piano Adventures | Age 10-14

(Term 3—Continuing from fall and winter) Similar to Primer (above), but designed for older kids. Uses Faber Piano Adventures Lesson Book 1. Prerequisite for “continuing from winter” classes is specified number of terms of group piano class or the equivalent. Th 3/31-6/2 4:30-5:10pm $140 114215 Godula

PAY WHAT YOU CAN—Using PP&R’s Pay What You Can option, registered activities can be reduced up to 75%. No application required.

Piano Laboratory

Getting ahead of the class? Experiment with more individual attention. Enjoy making progress at your speed while benefiting from the chemistry of a group setting. Less expensive than private lessons.

Age 7-11

Tu $140

W $140 3/29-5/31 5:00-5:45pm 1143761 Jefferson

3/30-6/1 1143758 5:30-6:00pm Godula

Virtual (via Zoom)

W 3/30-6/1

$140 1143778 4:15-4:55pm Jefferson

Age 10-14

Th $140 3/31-6/2 1143760 6:00-7:00pm Godula

NEW this spring term! Inclusive Piano | Age 13-18

Explore the elements of rhythm, melody and harmony in a welcoming, adaptive, creative, small-class setting. Play music you love at a comfortable pace on a full-size digital keyboard.

For more information and support, please contact CMC’s staff at 503-823-3177. Please let us know if you need ADA accommodations at least 10 business days in advance of the first class. Instructor may require purchase of additional materials not included in registration fee. This class is

wheelchair accessible.

F 4/1-6/3 4:00-4:50pm $140 1143762 Currell

Piano Beginning & Continuing | Age 60 & up

Comfortable small class setting in state of the art piano lab explores the elements of rhythm, melody and harmony. Learn to read music and play popular songs on full size digital pianos. Students need to have access to a piano or keyboard to practice at home. The classes use Alfred’s Basic Adult All-In-One lesson books—see “book” number below for skill level prerequisite. Those new to the class, please bring $17 for lesson book to purchase at the site before the first class.

Beginning

Tu $90 3/29-5/31 12:00-12:50pm 1143710 Currell

Continuing—Book 1 (Term 2)

W 3/30-6/1

$90 1143711 1:00-2:00pm Currell

W $90 3/30-6/1 1143708 12:00-12:50pm Currell

Continuing—Book 2 (Term 3)

Tu 3/29-5/31 1:00-1:50pm

$90 1143712 Currell

Continuing—Beyond Book 3

Tu 3/29-5/31 2:10-3:00pm

$90 1143713 Currell

For virtual (via Zoom) piano class options at all levels for age 60 & up, see the Lifelong Recreation section.

Suzuki Groups | Age 4-18

Play through known songs with a group of kids at the same level to enhance the string lesson experience. Be inspired by watching more advanced players. Enjoy string games and brainteasers, too! Beginners join after 3 months (1 term) of lessons or with instructor permission. Note: This course is a complement to private lessons. All participants must be concurrently enrolled in Suzuki lessons at CMC or elsewhere.

Cello Group

This class covers Suzuki Cello Book 1–3. W 3/30-6/1 4:15-5:00pm $80 1143773 Cheskin

Virtual option TBD—inquire at CMC or check online class listing.

Violin Group

This class covers Suzuki Violin Pre-Twinkle through Book 2. W 3/30-6/1 5:15-6:15pm $80 1143774 Belleri

Violin / Viola Group

This class covers Suzuki Violin and Viola mid-Book 1 through mid-Book 2. Saturday class is virtual (via Zoom). Th 3/31-6/2 4:15-5:00pm $80 1143775 C. Scott

Sa $80 4/2-6/4 1143784 10:00-10:45am C. Scott

Creative Ensembles | Age 12-18

Play trios, quartets or other groups with other students at your level. Refine ensemble skills and interpretive abilities through rehearsals and coaching. Discover the thrill of musical teamwork and accomplishment. Genres that can be explored include Classical, Jazz, Pop, Blues, Rock and more. Indicate your preference when at registration. Prerequisite: At least two years playing your instrument(s), ability to plays scales in a few keys, name notes, and play in time. Players are placed into groups using the information provided at time of registration and also the student’s submitted recorded playing sample and/or CMC instructor recommendation. Group assignments will be communicated to applicants in mid-March. Student Recording Sample: Students may be asked to record a short piece showcasing their skills. M 3/28-6/6 5:45-6:45pm $150 1143635 TBA

String Orchestra Level I | Age 6-13

Get ready for some 'sound' teamwork! Develop note reading and rhythm skills, practice following a conductor, and get a grasp on instrument and bow techniques while discovering the thrill of playing in an ensemble. Prerequisite: One or two years study on instrument and beginning note-reading skills. No audition required; however, instructor has final say as to student's enrollment. Practice between classes and excellent attendance required. Music book used (available at CMC): Strictly Strings Vol. 1. Instructor may require purchase of additional materials not included in registration fee. F 4/1-6/3 3:45-4:25pm $80 1143771 Murer

String Orchestra Level II | Age 7-14

You are on your way to playing the ‘greats'! Develop instrument techniques such as vibrato, upper positions and bowing skills on exciting music that stretches teamwork ability in the symphonic realm. Prerequisite: Students should be in Suzuki Book 2 or similar level, using positions and shifting, and have some sight-reading skill. No audition required; however, instructor has final say as to student's enrollment. Practice between classes and excellent attendance required. Instructor may require purchase of additional materials not included in registration fee. F 4/1-6/3 4:30-5:15pm $80 1143772 Murer

String Chamber Ensemble | Age 12-17

Ready for more challenging parts, more composers, more teamwork? Bring your instrumental prowess to bear on a wider repertoire. Build high-level ensemble and interpretive skills such as tempo changes and phrasing. Be prepared to work and get ready for the applause! F 4/1-6/3 5:25-6:25pm $80 1143630 Murer

Community String Orchestra | Age 16 & up

Why let the pros have all the fun? Make lasting musical friendships and hone playing skills while enjoying the glorious symphonic sound of great masterworks. Prerequisite: At least 2 years of instrumental study or permission of conductor and reasonable sight-reading ability; some ensemble or class experience desirable. Th 3/31-6/2 7:15-8:45pm $80 1143634 Zweben

Recorder for Beginners (Term 2)—Virtual

Age 16 & up

Find your Renaissance by learning this timeless instrument in the pleasure and comfort of a small group. Begins with note reading, fingering, and simple songs to play. Recorder required (instructor suggests Aulos, Zenon or Yamaha brand). Both C (soprano, tenor) and F (alto, bass) recorders welcome. Materials fee of $31 for new students not included in registration fee. This class continues from Winter Term 2022. W 3/30-6/1 7:00-8:00pm $114 1143781 Markham

Recorder for Intermediate and Advanced Players—Virtual | Age 16 & up

Take a virtual tour through approachable repertoire that you can play along with at home. Prerequisite: mastery of Level 1 concepts or equivalent (knowledge of all fingerings and intermediate sight-reading). Own recorder required (instructor suggests Aulos, Zenon or Yamaha brand). Both C (soprano, tenor) and F (alto, bass) recorders welcome. W 3/30-6/1 8:00-9:00pm $114 1143780 Markham

PAY WHAT YOU CAN—Using PP&R’s Pay What You Can option, registered activities can be reduced up to 75%. No application required.

Youth Choir | Age 8-13

Just try to catch your breath in this high-energy group for young voices! Develop singing techniques, note reading skills and accuracy of pitch and rhythm while making lasting friendships. Tu 3/29-5/31 4:30-5:30pm $40 1143785 Edson

Youth Vocal Ensemble | Age 10-14

Got the basics? Take the voice to the next level by joining this dedicated group. Polish vocal and performance skills while exploring a challenging new repertoire. Benefit from more individual attention in the small group setting. Prerequisite: one year of youth choir or equivalent, and instructor approval (based on the ability to hold a part). Qualified students audition individually. Registration for Youth Choir is required (you can enroll in both for a single fee). Instructor may require materials not included in registration fee. Tu 3/29-5/31 5:30-6:30pm $80 1143786 Edson

Community Chorus | Age 18 & up

Seeking fellowship with other vocalists in a dedicated group? Join this long-standing, medium-sized, non-audition community choir, affectionately known as the Francis Street Singers, to rehearse and perform repertoire spanning nearly 500 years. Create beautiful harmony in sound and with new friendships. Prerequisite: Knowledge of tone production, sight-reading skills, familiarity with part singing. Prior choir experience helpful. Instructor may require materials not included in registration fee. Tu 3/29-5/31 7:00-9:00pm $80 1143633 Edson

COMMUNITY MUSIC CENTER, INC.

Community Music Center’s non-profit partner (CMC, Inc.) is an all-volunteer organization that raises money yearround to increase access to music education through need-based 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.

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

Board of Directors

Brian Wagner, President Judy Rompa, Vice-president Kevin Lefohn, Vice-president Katherine Schroeder, Vice-president Matthew Morgan, Secretary Sarah Reardon, Treasurer Katrina Kahl JC Smith James Toussaint Sara Watts

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.