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Fall Program Updates
Fall is here and we welcome all the inspiration that comes from the changing of the seasons. Our new fall session of art and music classes are underway and going strong. We also invite you to explore our single-day art workshops starting Oct.17 for children, families and adults.
Our excellent private music lesson program is also ready to welcome you. Students can register anytime throughout the fall session and tuition will be prorated.
We look forward to seeing you on campus!
October Events
Paper Weaving: Integration and Decay
Oct. 9-Dec. 3
Artist Reception: Saturday, Nov. 4 (5-7 pm)
Mohr Gallery
CSMA is pleased to present “Paper Weaving: Integration and Decay” featuring the work of Bay Area artist and architect Libby Raab. Along with running her architecture studio, she works with photo and paper weaving as an exploration of colors, textures and patterns. Raab believes that, like architecture, weaving is a form of spatial expression and material experimentation
Saturday, Oct. 21
7:30 pm Tateuchi Hall – FREE
Juanito Pascual has been called “one of the hottest flamenco guitarists in recent years” by National Public Radio. Pascual and his trio will feature new compositions from their forthcoming 2024 album as well as new arrangements of selections from his debut release “Cosas en Común,” in celebration of the album’s 20th anniversary. Pascual will be joined by bassist Brad Barrett and percussionist/vocalist Jose Moreno.
Saturday, Nov. 4
7:30 pm Tateuchi Hall – FREE
Reviews describe Axel Schmitt as “a great pianistic talent” and an “artist of mature, extremely rich ability of expression.” He will perform the complete second book of Johann Sebastian Bach’s “The Well-Tempered Clavier,” a compendium of 48 Preludes and Fugues in all major and minor keys. This concert will conclude Schmitt’s performance of the complete “Old and New Testament” of piano repertoire.
CSMA News
Congratulations to our 2024 Merit Scholars
CSMA is pleased to celebrate our 2024 Merit Scholars. The Merit Scholar Program supports students who show a high degree of dedication to their craft and are looking to take their musical studies to a deeper level. This select group of students is admitted to the program through annual auditions and receives additional performance, ensemble and other learning opportunities. Learn more about our scholars on the CSMA Blog.
Leadership Transition at CSMA
Vickie Scott Grove, CSMA’s Executive Director, has announced that she will step down from her position during this fiscal year. Over the last 10 years, Vickie has worked tirelessly to further CSMA’s mission and lead the organization as it weathered the challenges of COVID-19 and completed an expansion project with the Roy and Ruth Rogers Wing.
In announcing her decision, she said, “We have accomplished a lot together, and the future is bright for the school. I am now looking forward to spending more time with family, traveling and pursuing a number of interests.” A search committee has been formed by the Board of Directors and the transition will also be supported by CSMA’s management team.
Join Us for CSMA’s Annual Gala
Join us for a night like no other: CSMA’s Celebration of the Arts!
October 7, 2023
Palo Alto Hills Golf and Country Club
CSMA’s 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 and 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.
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