NEW CLASSES AND CAMPS AT CMS!!Camp Create!: Ages 5-10This week long camp focuses on music, art, theatre & literacy with ac-tivities designed by Community Music School, Locust Street Art & Story time Bookshop. Campers will perform a “Readers Theatre” for friends & family on the last day!9:30-12:00pm | Jul 17-Jul 21$175 for 5 days | Performance on last day

Summer Strings: All ages & abilitiesStudents enjoy weekly rehearsals in our summer string orchestra & receive six individual lessons with CMS faculty. Lessons times TBDTues, 11-12:00pm | Jul 11-Aug 22 (no class Aug 1)$150 for 6 weeks | Performance on last day

Summertime Rocks!: Ages 10+Rock out all summer-long with CMS faculty! Learn rock fundamentals in weekly jams sessions in preparation for a performance on the last day.Wed, 6-7:00pm | Jul 12-Aug 23 (no class Aug 2)$60 for 6 sessions | Performance on last day

Vocal Boot Camp: Teens & adultsGet your voice in shape this summer while learning theory, sight-reading & more. Participating students will receive individual lessons & perform in a group.Mon, 5-6:30pm | July 24-Aug 21 (no class Jul 31)$150 for 4 weeks | Recital Aug 31

Band Camp: AdultsHave fun in weekly band rehearsals with other adults who have previously played. Mon, 6:30-7:30pm | Jul 17-Aug 28 (no class Aug 7)$60 for 6 sessions

Seniors Sing: AdultsSeniors enjoy singing in harmony with other singers in this ensemble. Wed, 11:00-12:00am | Jul 12-Aug 23$70 for 7 sessions

HOW TO REGISTEROnline: communitymusicbuffalo.orgCall: request a registration packet at 884.4887Visit: 415 Elmwood Ave, between Bryant & Summer

INDIVIDUAL LESSONSAll schedules & locations subject to change. For younger students, see our class schedule. Lessons include instrument instruction and basic music theory.

Accordion: Please call with interest

Piano: Age 7-adultElmwood | Clarence | Snyder

Voice: Age 12-adultElmwood | Clarence | Lockport | Snyder | West Seneca

Strings: Age 6-adultCello, Fiddle, Mandolin, Ukelele, Upright Bass, Viola, ViolinElmwood | Clarence | Larkin | Snyder | West Seneca

Guitar/Electric Bass/Banjo: Age 9-adultElmwood | East Aurora | Larkin | West Seneca

Percussion: Age 9-adult Drums, Drumset, Marimba | Elmwood

Winds: Age 9-adultBaritone/Euphonium, Clarinet, Flute, French Horn, Piccolo, Recorder, Saxophone, Trombone, Trumpet, TubaElmwood | Clarence | Larkin | Lockport | Snyder | West Seneca

Theory/Composition: Age 13-adult | Elmwood | Larkin

COSTLessons are held once per week.30 minutes $30 per lesson | 45 minutes $45 per lesson60 minutes $60 per lesson+Annual $20 registration fee, prorated for multiple students in one family. | Financial aid may be available depending on need & other requirements set by donors to CMS.

CLASSES FOR CHILDRENAll schedules & locations subject to change.

Music, My Grown Up & Me: Birth-4 years old with participating parent or caregiver with Sean CrawfordGrown ups & children bond through singing, rhythm & movement. The perfect way to introduce your child to the joy of music. Each child who attends MGM will receive a small musical instrument for take home practice & play! 25% off sibling discount. Children under six months attend free with paying sibling. | 45-minute class

Mon, 10:30-11:15am OR 4:30-5:15pmJul 10-Aug 28 (no class Jul 17)$140 for 7 classes | Elmwood Rm 14

Tues, 10:30-11:15am | Jul 11-Aug 29 (no class Jul 18 and Aug 8)$120 for 6 classes | West Seneca

NEW! Pajama Wind-down!Bring your child in pajamas! This class is specifically designed to prepare children for bedtime.Tues, 6:00-6:45pm | Jul 11-Aug 29 (no class Aug 8)$140 for 7 classes | Elmwood Rm 14

Wed, 9:30-10:15am | Jul 12-Aug 30 (no class Jul 19 and Aug 9)$120 for 6 classes | Elmwood Rm 14

Thurs, 10:30-11:15am OR 3:30-4:15Jul 13-Aug 31 (no class Jul 20 and Aug 10)$120 for 6 classes | Elmwood Rm 14

Fri, 10:30-11:15am | Jul 7-Aug 25 (no class Jul 21 and Aug 11)$120 for 6 classes | Elmwood Rm 14

Music & Me: On My Own: Ages 3-5; parents need not attend with Maria GoodrichYoung children learn about music through singing, movement, rhythm & percussion. | 45-minute class

Thurs, 3:30-4:15pm | Jul 13-Aug 31 (no class Jul 27 and Aug 24)$120 for 6 classes | Elmwood Rm 38

Piano Exploration: Ages 5-6with Christina BrownChildren learn about piano through basic note reading, movement, games, singing & ear training. Students must have a piano or keyboard at home. PE1-new students PE2-returning students. 45-minute class

PE1 Mon, 3:30-4:15pm | Jul 17-Aug 14PE1 Mon, 4:30-5:15pm | Jul 17-Aug 14 $100 for 5 classes | Elmwood Rm 38

PE2 Mon, 5:30-6:15pm | Jul 17-Aug 14$100 for 5 classes | Elmwood Rm 38

Instrument Exploration: Ages 5-8with Sean CrawfordChildren will explore music through singing, games & group instrument play. String and wind instruments will be used to teach students music notation, aural skills & beginner performance techniques. | 45-minute class

Fri, 11:30-12:15pm | Jul 7-Aug 25 (no class Jul 21 and Aug 11)$120 for 6 classes | Elmwood Rm 14

Joy of Singing Together: Ages 6-9 with Maria GoodrichYoungsters learn singing techniques by learning & performing in a group. Orff educational instruments will be explored, including glockenspiels, triangles & wood blocks. The Orff approach empha-sizes children’s natural instinct to play through imitation, experimen-tation & personal expression, creating life-long musicians & creative problem solvers. 45-minute class

Mon, 4:30-5:15pm | Jul 10-Aug 28 | no class Jul 31 | Recital Aug 31$140 for 7 classes | Elmwood Rm 28

Ukulele 101: Just for Kids!: Up to age 12with Sara RogersThis beginner ukulele class for kids focuses on beginner chords, strum patterns & listening skills. Ukelele required. All abilities welcome. 45-minute class

Wed, 6:00-6:45pm | Jul 12-Aug 30 | Recital on Aug 31$80 for 8 sessions | Elmwood Rm 38

CLASSES FOR TEENS & ADULTSAll schedules & locations subject to change.

Electronic Strings 101: Teens & Adultswith Evan CourtinGet used to the idea of having your sound manipulated while play-ing without being distracted. Learn what is tasteful and what is not in sound manipulation.

Mon, 7-8:00pm | Jul 10-Aug 28$160 for 8 classes | Elmwood Rm 31

Introductory Piano for Adults: Adults with Hassan Al-MuftiFor adults with little or no keyboard experience. Students will learn basic piano technique, note reading & rhythms. Close interaction with the instructor, an experienced concert pianist. | 60-minute class

Tues, 5:15-6:00pm | Jul 11-Aug 22 | no class Aug 1$120 for 6 classes | Elmwood Rm 38

Wed, 11:00-11:45am | Jul 12-Aug 23 | no class Aug 2$120 for 6 classes | Elmwood Rm 38

ENSEMBLESAll schedules & locations subject to change.

Ukulele 101: Teens & Adultswith Sara RogersThis beginner ukulele class focuses on beginner chords, strum patterns & listening skills. Ukelele required. All abilities welcome. Some of these classes may meet at other locations, such as parks! 45-minute class

Wed, 6:45-7:30pm | Jul 12-Aug 30 | Recital on Aug 31$80 for 8 sessions | Elmwood Rm 38

Fiddle ‘n Folk Ensemble: Teens & adults with Phil BanaszakMembers learn to play folk music in a jam setting as they improvise, play by ear & have an all-around good time. Must have own instrument. 60-minute ensemble

Wed, 7:00-8:00pm | Dates TBD$60 for 6 sessions | Elmwood Rm 24

Glee Club: Teens & adultswith Maria GoodrichMembers have fun singing Broadway, pop, rock & folk music with an experienced director. Music reading is helpful but not required. 60-minute ensemble

Thurs, 6:00-7:00pm | Jul 13-Aug 31 | no class Jul 27 or Aug 24$60 for 6 sessions | Elmwood Rm 14 | Recital 24

MUSIC THERAPYAll schedules & locations subject to change. See our NEW Music Therapy cata-log for additional detailed class listings.

NEW! Group Therapy Classes and Ensembles: Ask for our Music Therapy catalog for dates, times & descriptionswith Brianna Miller, MT-BC and Sara Rogers, MT-BC

Individual Music Therapy Sessions: All agesOur board-certified music therapist offers individual sessions using music to help people with a variety of diagnoses, at our Elmwood location and off-site venues. Visit communitymusicbuffalo.org or call us at 884.4887 for more information. 30 minutes $35 per lesson | 45 minutes $52.50 per lesson60 minutes $75 per lesson+Annual $20 registration fee, prorated for multiple students in one family. | Financial aid may be available depending on need & other requirements set by donors to CMS.

Individual Adaptive Lessons: Ages 7-AdultSee “Individual Lessons” page for pricing.Our music therapists offer the following individual lessons, adapted for people with special needs. Instruction available: drums, piano, voice, guitar, trumpet, french horn, flute & ukulele.

FACULTY & STAFFTeacher bios & photos available at communitymusicbuffalo.org

Piano DepartmentHassan Al-Mufti, ChairKenneth Atkinson, Chair EmeritusChristina BrownShirley ChanSuzanne ChapinEdward Kramer

Voice Department Maria Goodrich, ChairJill Raisen BuerkMaria Lindsey (vocal coaching via skype)Audrey ShaferPaul WaaraElizabeth Wojtowicz (vocal coaching via skype)

Instrumental Department Phil Banaszak, Chair | StringsLeslie Bahler | StringsBrian C-DeJesus | Upright BassSean Crawford | WoodwindsEvan Courtin | StringsKevin Helfrich | Banjo, Guitar, Electric BassJoe Isom | CelloDaniel Lamancuso | BrassCarol McLaughlin | Winds, JazzSara Rogers | BrassGary Rutkowski | PercussionMoshe Shulman | AccordionPeter VanDyke | GuitarMichael Zak, PhD | Guitar, Electric Bass, Theory, Composition

Childhood Music Department Sean Crawford, ChairChristina BrownMaria GoodrichSara Rogers

Music TherapyBrianna Miller, MT-BCSara Rogers, MT-BC

StaffSean Crawford, Marketing CoordinatorDavid Dougherty, CustodianTyonna Epps, Administrative Assistant Maria Goodrich, Arts AdministratorJennifer Guillow, Chief Operating OfficerJennifer M. Koch, PhD, Executive DirectorShana Lee, Administrative Assistant