Community Music School of Webster University

The deadline to register for CMS Summer Composition Intensive and the CMS Saxophone Summer Intensive is approaching - June 15th. Register now at webster.edu/cms-summer

This concert will feature faculty member Jessica Platt (violin) and a work by Timothy Eshing (violin/viola, theory). Go, listen, enjoy! 🎶

Lyra Quartet just finished and the High School Jazz Ensemble is warming up to play at 3:00 at the Webster Arts Fair!

Join us at the Webster Arts Fair this weekend! On Saturday the 8th, the Lyra Quartet will play in the Bistro Tent at 1:00 and a group from the High School Jazz Ensemble will be in the same tent at 3:00. Here's hoping the rain stays away and it isn't too hot! 🙏

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Webster Arts Fair Information for artists and patrons about Webster Arts fine art fair, first full weekend in June.

This week, NBC News featured Holly Connor, a student of Webster University. The organization that Holly works with (featured on her t-shirt) is Different Dynamics founded by CMS alumni and St. Louis Symphony Orchestra Education Director, Jessica Ingraham. 👏

Meet Holly Connor, a blind teen with autism inspiring others through music Holly Connor is a blind, autistic teen sharing her talent and love of music with others. NBC News’ Kate Snow spoke with the accomplished vocalist and pianist breaking barriers.

Young composers - develop your compositions with St. Louis area composers and musicians during this two-week intensive. Registrants must be able to read music and play an instrument or sing. Intensive culminates in a recorded public concert of new works played by professional musicians. Registration deadline is June 15th. Learn more and register at https://webster.asapconnected.com/?org=5669 =291365

There is still time to apply for this summer's Piano Camp but hurry! Applications are due for review by June 7!

Hosted by the Webster University Department of Music, Classical Piano Camp 2024 includes masterclasses, interactive sessions, faculty performances, and more!

APPLY NOW! More information about Piano Camp and how to apply is available at webster.edu/music.

REGISTER NOW for Jazz Camp!

Hosted by the Webster University Department of Music, participants will study with some of the area’s best-known performers and educators in masterclasses, combo rehearsals, and improvisation classes.

Learn more at webster.edu/music.

Middle & high school saxophone students - join us in July for our NEW Saxophone Intensive with Chris Hubbard. One year of playing experience in band/ensembles or private lessons is required. Registration deadline is June 15. Learn more and register at https://webster.asapconnected.com/?org=5669 =292499

So very fortunate to have Ms. Hur on our faculty!

Flautist Nadine Hur will be performing Schoenberg in the final concert of MOCM’s 14th Season.

Ms. Hur, who lives in St. Louis, is currently the Principal Flutist of the ProMusica Chamber Orchestra. As a former Principal Flutist of the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra, she has also appeared as a guest Associate Principal Flutist with the Boston Symphony (Tanglewood Music Festival) and with the Minnesota Orchestra. Ms. Hur is a founding member of the Zephyros Woodwind Quintet, the first woodwind quintet to win both the First Prize and the Grand Prize of the Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition.

To see Ms. Hur and other talented Chamber musicians perform, get tickets for . Tickets for all four concerts and individual concerts are available for purchase here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mocm-2024-4-concert-festival-pass-tickets-755148418247?aff=oddtdtcreator

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Congratulations, Lyric!

We had a great time yesterday afternoon celebrating Jeanine York-Garesché's retirement. Best wishes, Jeanine!
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Last Thursday, Seniors from the CMS Preparatory Program received honors from the Leigh Gerdine College of Fine Arts during the LGCFA Honors Ceremony. Congratulations to these and all of our Seniors!👏

Tomorrow, May 15th is the registration deadline for the following CMS Summer programs: Kindermusik Family Adventures Camp, Pop Songwriting Camp, Flute Camp, String Orchestra Camp, and Band Camp. Please learn more and register at webster.edu/cms-summer

The The CMS Preparatory Program's Lyra Quartet played for the Nurses for Newborns gala on Saturday May 4th! 👏

This year Derrick K (Trombone) and Sawyer S (Drum Set) have been performing with the Community Music School of Webster University High School Jazz Ensemble! This is an auditioned group drawing students from across the area. They have worked extensively on developing improvisation and nuances of the jazz idiom.

Tonight at the Saint Louis Art Museum!

WAVE: Ripple Effect This collaboration with the Saint Louis Art Museum connects art and music. It is inspired by the Matisse and the Sea Exhibit, which closes next weekend. The ...

Looking for something musical for your little ones this summer? Kindermusik Family Camp might be a good fit! Enjoy this multi-age class for the whole family. Weekly classes available at locations in Webster Groves and Chesterfield (Faust Park). Registration deadline is May 15. Learn more and register at https://webster.asapconnected.com/?org=5669 =291361

Violin, viola & bass students - sign up now for the CMS Summer String Orchestra Camp held in June. Three levels of orchestra are available. Registrants must have played their instrument for one academic year. Registration deadline is May 15. For more information and to register visit https://webster.asapconnected.com/?org=5669 =291360

Interested in learning how to get those tunes in your head out to the world? Join us for Pop Songwriting camp and participate in daily songwriting technique lessons, co-writing sessions with peers, and feedback from camp faculty. Registrants must be able to accompany themselves on piano, guitar, ukulele or other harmonizing instrument. Registration deadline is May 15. Learn more at https://webster.asapconnected.com/?org=5669 =291364