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Faculty Showcase - Benefit Concert May 12
HONORING TWO LONG-TIME CMC INSTRUCTORS
Join AllClassical 89.9 Music Director John Pitman and a team of talented CMC performing artists in a special program of chamber music, celebrating the tenure of
Clarisse Atcherson (26 years) and Stevie McDougal (over 34 years) on Saturday, May 12 at 7:00 pm.  The event also supports the scholarship program for music students through ticket purchases, silent auction bids, and a special mid-concert live-auction.   See below for more about our two teaching honorees. Reserve seats before April 21 for the best value! 

PATRON RECEPTION
A pre-concert gathering offers patron ticket holders festive refreshments, special “buy now” auction privileges to win and take home fabulous items that night, and reserved seating for the concert!

Event sponsors: First Citizens Bank, Finding Flow Counseling LLC, and the David Kerr Violin Shop.   

Silent Auction 2012
FIND A BARGAIN, WIN BIG
Every year the CMC lobby becomes adorned with dozens of fabulous donated items.  Bid on event tickets, trips, and other bargains.  Proceeds support the scholarship program.  Everyone wins when music students in need get help to succeed!  The auction runs May 12 to June 9.  CMC is gratefully accepting auction donations from local businesses through mid April.

Summer is Near
SIGN UP FOR CAMPS & CLASSES FROM APRIL 9
In May we’ll have auditions for the Chamber Music & Concertante Orchestra Camp (this year’s session runs July 9 - 21).  In June, July and August we offer our usual wide variety of activities, including half-day camps for preschoolers.

Practice Power
CMC STUDENTS PUT IN HOURS FOR CHARITY
Congratulations to all of the 2012 Practice-a-thon participants and winners for most donations & most practice time logged.  The prize this year: ice skating passes, courtesy Lloyd Center!

We are Pitching the Paper
As of fall 2012, PP&R will no longer automatically mail out course catalogs.  Help us stay connected by giving us your correct e-mail address, either through the PP&R registration system, or at CommunityMusicCenter.org. 
 

Clarisse Atcherson - 26 years
Clarisse became an instructor at CMC in the summer of 1986, shortly after she joined the Oregon Symphony.  “I enjoy teaching at CMC for the camaraderie of the faculty and staff, and the quality of the students.  I am grateful that Portland Parks & Recreation and CMC non-profit work together to make music instruction available for all students, regardless of personal circumstances.”
One of the many special moments she recalls was during a student recital.  A student broke a string during her solo.  Another student, unprompted by anyone, hurried up to the stage and gave her his violin so she could play her piece.  “I felt happy!”, says Clarisse.
She cites two things that keep her inspired: “Every student is ‘new,’ and my teaching ideas continue to evolve.  Everything I learn from teaching gets passed on to the next students.”
She earned her Bachelor of Music degree from the Eastman School of Music and has a Master’s degree from Southern Illinois University.  Clarisse has been a teacher trainer for institutes at Pacific University and Standford University, among others.

Stevie McDougal - Over 34 years
Stephanie (“Stevie”) McDougal came to teach at CMC at the invitation of Director Phil Murthe. Initially it was to substitute teach for Naomi Blumberg.  Stevie recalls, “I agreed to take her students.  Then Phil made sure that I had a number of new students, knowing that I wouldn’t desert them.  And the rest is history.”
I’m inspired as a teacher by the experience of watching students blossom into fine musicians from ‘clay’...It gives me incredible satisfaction.”  It is clear Stevie also relishes the interaction with the kids; laughter is often heard through the lesson room door.
“The best things about CMC are watching children enjoy music.  Music is such an important part of my life and I love passing that love on to young people.  I really enjoy walking into the Center and hearing children making music throughout the building.” Stevie received a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Stephens College and graduate studies at Indiana Univeristy.  She performed with the Oregon Symphony for 38 years and now plays in the Newport Symphony. 

Spring Classes at CMC
Spring Term: April 2 to June 16
See our 2011-12 catalog for full descriptions and specific class details, available online, by postal mail, or at the Center.
Registration and Info: call 503-823-3177

Music for Children & Parents
Creepers & Toddlers Explore!   Age: 6-23 mo    $85
357853 Tu 10am-10:45am Sinell
357854 W 9:15am-10am Conway
357855 F 10am-10:45am Sinell
357856 Sa 10am-10:45am Pazienza
 

Exploring Together!   Age: 2 - 3.5     $85
357869 Tu 9:15am-10am Sinell
357870 W 10:00am-10:45am Conway
357873 F 9:15am-10am Sinell
357874 F 11am-11:45am Sinell
357875 Sa 9:15am-10am Pazienza
 

Music for Preschoolers
Launch Pad to Learning Music  
Age: 3.5 - 5    $85
357864 Tu 11am-11:45am Sinell
357865 W 11am-11:45am Conway
357866 Th 3:15pm-4pm Sinell
366151 Th 4pm-4:45pm Sinell
357867 F 1pm- 1:45pm Sinell
357868 Sa 11am-11:45am Pazienza

Intergenerational Music
Drum Circle Family & Friends age: 3 & up
Uncover your inner composer through a variety of group games while playing different hand drums & other percussion instruments. No experience necessary - just bring your creativity, imagination & enthusiasm!
Child (under 12)- $5 Adult - $8 Family - $15
358241 Sa 4/14 3:15pm-4:15pm Kjome

Continuing Classes
Some of our continuing classes still have room!  Experience on the instrument is necessary to join.
Call CMC for help finding the right class for you!
Classes for Adults:
Recorder Group Lessons Level 1, 2, 3 & Advanced
Cello Group Lessons Level 1, 2 & 3
Violin Group Classes Level 1 & 2
Guitar Group Lessons Levels 1 & 2
Piano Group Lessons Level 1

Classes for Youth:
Guitar Level 1
On My Way With Basic Skills, Skills Level I, II, III or Lab
Piano Foundations Levels 2, 3, & 4

Music for Youth & Adults - Beginners Welcome!
These are continuing classes that welcome new students at the beginning of each term.  No experience required.

Voice Group Lessons (Youth-gr. 4-6) Age: 9-12
358933 Tu 3:30pm-4:15pm Briscoe $98

Voice Group Lessons (Youth-gr. 6-8) Age: 11-14
358934 Tu 4:30pm-5:15pm Briscoe $98

Basic Skills (pre-K and Kindergarten) Age: 4-5
358318 Tu 2:45pm-3:25pm Sinell $88
358320 Sa 11:30am-12:10pm Gendron-Dupont $88

Basic Skills (Kindergarten & 1st grade) Age: 5-6
358317 M 3pm-3:40pm Gendron-Dupont $88
358319 Th 3:45pm-4:25pm Gendron-Dupont $88

Rhythm Skills Age: 6-9
358333 Sa 12:30pm-1:10pm Kjome $88

Center Singers: Youth Choir Age: 8-13
358955 Sa 10am-11am Woodward $75

Voice Group Lessons Level 1 Age: 18 & up
358990 Tu 6pm-7:30pm Briscoe $158
 

New Classes for Beginners
Piano Foundations Level I  Age: 6-9
373607 Sa 10:45am-11:30am Jefferson $105
373608 Sa 10:45am-11:30am Jefferson $105
373609 Tu 3:15pm-4:00pm Cheshier $105

Guitar Group Lessons Level I  Age: 8-12
358946 Sa 1:30pm-2:15pm Adams $98

Piano Group Lessons Level I  Age: 16 & up
360252 Tu 7pm-8pm Cheshier $119

Ensemble/Performance Groups
Experience on the instrument would be necessary to join Call CMC for help finding the right one for you!

Ensembles for Adults:
Cello Ensemble
Guitar Ensemble
Francis Street Singers
Old Time String Band
String Orchestra
Renaissance Song
Advanced Recorder Ensemble
Renaissance Wind Band
Ren. Loud Wind Band

Ensembles for Youth:
Center Singers Ensemble
String Orchestra Levels I, II & III
Suzuki Group Class for Violin, Viola, & Cello

Make Music PDX
Ready to play in a band or group?  Explore new songs, try out harmonies & experiment with tempos & styles.  A great way to meet new friends, hone imporvisation & ensemble skills, & follow musical dreams by putting prior training to use in a supportive setting.
Lane SUN CS - SE 60th & Ogden          Age 18 & Up
373590 W 4/11-6/6 6pm-8pm Turnbull
Styles: Rock, Blues, and others
 Dress Rehearsal: Sat. May 19, 6pm at CMC
 Performance: Sat.  June 9, 7pm at CMC
 

Neither the Community Music Center, Inc., nor Portland Parks & Recreation discriminate on the basis of religion, race, color, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, or disability