In this issue: Registration is open for winter art and music programs starting this month. Join us Jan. 17 in Tateuchi Hall for the Stella Heath Quartet. The Music School invites you to choir, band, and jazz events. Explore Mohr Gallery’s latest exhibition, “Svara of Silence,” and meet the artists at a special reception.
Winter art and pre-k classes kick off Jan. 12
Plan your creative winter at CSMA! We’re offering more than 60 classes for kids, teens, and adults, including a new set of art workshops.
Featured classes include Stories through Art for the preschool set, Ceramics for ages 5-7, Fantasy Illustration for ages 8-11, Digital Illustration for ages 14+, and Painting in Oil for ages 18+.
Musically, introduce your early learners to rhythm and harmony in our Little Musicians series for ages 2-5. Older kids can join an intro class, cover band, or choir. Additional options for adults include singing in our Community Choir or learning Jazz Theory & Improvisation. Music classes and the new session of private lessons get started on Jan. 24. Register today!
Calendar highlights
JAN 12: Winter art and early childhood classes begin
JAN 12: CSMA choirs give a combined performance in Tateuchi Hall
JAN 13-15: Join us for Jazz Fest
JAN 17: Hear the Stella Heath Quartet pay a musical tribute to Billie Holiday
JAN 17: Mohr Gallery “Svara of Silence” Artist Reception
JAN 18: CSMA Cover Band Showcase
JAN 24: Spring music classes and lessons begin
See all upcoming events on our school calendar.
Arts4All blog
- Read about the many pathways to singing at CSMA.
- Create your own winter penguins to celebrate the winter season!
Join us for a musical tribute to Billie Holiday
Our fall Community Concert Series concludes with “The Billie Holiday Project” at 7:30 PM on Saturday, Jan.17, presented by The Stella Heath Quartet. Advance tickets are sold out, but walk-ins will be accepted based on seat availability and are generally able to be seated.
The spring season kicks off Feb. 21. We have another stellar season of free concerts lined up for you — watch for an announcement soon!
Music notes
Get ready for three special music school events this month
Combined Choirs Concert: Hear our talented choirs in action during an inspiring combined performance at 7:00 PM on Jan. 12. Featured groups include our Training (ages 7-12), Performance (ages 8-12), A Cappella (ages 13-18), and Community (ages 18+) choirs.
Jazz Fest returns Jan. 13-15. The free event will take place 5:30-8:15 PM. Jazz Fest celebrates CSMA’s vibrant jazz program, showcasing our talented students and expert instructors.
Cover Band Showcase is 10:30 AM-4:30 PM on Jan. 18. Hear our students jam on stage, and help us celebrate their hard work!
All events take place in Tateuchi Hall.
Program updates
Summer camp registration coming soon
It’s January, and parents know what that means — somehow, it’s time to think about summer camps! When you’re ready, we will be too. Registration for summer art and musical theater camps opens Jan. 26. We’ll offer nine weeks of high-quality day camps, with 45 programs, including ceramics and eight brand-new options!
Save the date for CSMA’s annual gala
Mark your calendars for a night like no other: CSMA Celebrates the Arts! Set for March 7, our gala is the annual school celebration and fundraising event. Enjoy a magical evening of live music, art, wine, and fine dining at the picturesque Palo Alto Hills Golf & Country Club. Proceeds provide school subsidies and financial aid for students who would otherwise have no access to the arts. Click here to learn more and buy tickets.
