⚠️Important facility update
CSMA plans to upgrade its heating and air conditioning system over the next few weeks. The building will be closed from August 10-14. There may be some additional impacts to our air conditioning system during the week of August 17. Thank you for your patience while we make these necessary repairs.
Key upcoming dates
August is here and fall classes and lessons are kicking off in no time!
Aug. 16: Private lessons begin
Aug 30: Music classes begin
Aug 31: Art & early childhood classes begin
Anantam, art reception & food truck on August 8!
Mark your calendars for an unforgettable evening of art, music, dance, and food at CSMA on Saturday, August 8! We are kicking off the night at the Mohr Gallery from 6-7:15 PM with a special artist reception for our newest exhibition, “Kingdoms, Forests & Battles: Stories from the Ramayan” by Pragati Sharma Mohanty. Come meet the artist, explore her layered and symbolic paintings reimagining this ancient epic from India, and enjoy the creative community. Johal Chaat & Curry (@johalchaatcurry) food truck will be onsite starting at 5:30!
Artwork by Pragati Sharma Mohanty.
Directly following the gallery reception, head into Tateuchi Hall at 7:30 PM for Anantam – “From One to Infinity.” This vibrant production is a beautiful celebration of Indian classical music and dance, exploring the journey from the individual self to the infinite universe through rhythm, melody, and movement. Featuring live performances by eminent musicians from India, the evening includes soulful solo performances on the Mardal, Flute, and Sitar, alongside captivating Odissi and Manipuri dance traditions.
Photo features Gayatri Joshi.
Both events are free and open to the public, offering a unique artistic experience that transcends language and culture. Free tickets for the Anantam performance are available here! If tickets sell out, walk-ins will be accepted based on availability.
Faculty art showcase
Our incredible faculty members don’t just teach art, they create it! CSMA is pleased to highlight the work of our exceptional visual art faculty members in a new exhibition at the Sobrato Gallery.
The showcase features a brilliant variety of mediums, including drawing, painting, digital art, ceramics, and sculpture. The featured artists represent the multi-talented faculty teaching across our onsite visual art, corporate, and Art4Schools programs, who share their dedication and expertise daily through programs for all ages.
Come support our faculty and explore the exhibition at our Mountain View campus now through August 30. Plus, mark your calendars for a special artist reception on Sunday, August 23 from 3 to 5 PM, a wonderful opportunity to meet the artists, celebrate their work, and connect with our creative community! The gallery is open Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 6 PM, and Saturday from 9 AM to 1 PM.
Big updates to CSMA’s Private Lesson Program!
In our July update, we announced some exciting policy changes coming to our Private Music Lesson program, including our new flexible withdrawal policy and self-scheduled trial lessons.
Want to dive deeper into what these updates mean for your family? We’ve published a full blog post breaking down all the details. Read about how student feedback shaped these changes, get the inside scoop on our payment plan options, and check out a special note from Music School Director Chaz Fautch on CSMA’s commitment to making music education accessible for everyone.
Read the post here.
Thank you to our summer camp helpers and families for a successful season!
As the summer wraps up, we want to extend a big thank you to all the parents, families, and volunteers who made this camp season a success.
This year was busier and more creative than ever. CSMA ran 50 unique camp titles, including 7 brand-new camp programs that brought fresh artistic and musical adventures to our students. Bringing that many programs to life takes an incredible amount of coordination, and we couldn’t have done it without the support of our community. A special shout-out goes to our 54 dedicated volunteers and theater aides who showed up every day to keep our classrooms and stage running smoothly.
Thank you all for sharing your summer with CSMA, we can’t wait to see you back in the classrooms and studios for our Fall semester!
NEW theatre and acting classes
We are thrilled to introduce a brand-new lineup of Theatre and Acting classes starting this September! Whether you are looking to introduce your teen to the art of storytelling or eager to dive into the world of unscripted comedy yourself, we have exciting new options for both youth and adult students.
Our new theatre program features physical and textual acting techniques, social-emotional learning (SEL), and collaborative ensemble building. Students will explore everything from the core rules of improvisation to advanced performance methodologies like the “Viewpoints” technique, all in a supportive and vibrant studio environment.
Classes run in 6-week sessions on Tuesdays at our Mountain View campus, culminating in exciting collaborative performance moments. Spaces fill up quickly for these new programs, all taught by our faculty and theatre director.
Adult Classes (Ages 18+)
* Improv 1: Intro to Improv and Performance: Sept 1 – Oct 6, 6 – 7 PM Register here
* Improv 2: Oct 13 – Nov 17, 6 – 7 PM Register here
Youth & Teen Classes (Ages 14-17)
* Acting for the Stage 2: Sept 1 – Oct 6, 4 – 5 PM Register here
* Acting for the Stage: Elements of Viewpoints: Oct 13 – Nov 17, 4 – 5 PM Register here
Discover your unique creative voice on the stage this semester. To view full schedules and explore everything our theatre program has to offer, visit our website and secure your spot today!
Special discount on Story & Song classes!
Spark your child’s imagination this autumn with our interactive Story & Song series! Designed to build joyful connections between early literacy, storytelling, rhythm, and musicianship, these popular classes give young learners a fun, supportive space to express themselves through music and movement.
To help kick off the new school year, we are offering 10% off our Fall Story & Song offerings! Use promo code CSMASTORY10 at checkout when registering.
Story & Song: Books & Beats (Ages 4-5)
* Fall A Session: Sept 31 – Oct 12, 10:30 – 11:15 AM Register here
* Fall B Session: Oct 18 – Nov 22, 10:30 – 11:15 AM Register here
Story & Song: Narratives & Notes (Ages 5-6)
* Fall Semester: Aug 30 – Jan 17, 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM Register here
Introducing our new Music School Program Coordinator!
Meet the newest member of the CSMA team! We are excited to welcome Erick Recher, our new Music School Program Coordinator. Erick brings a fantastic background in music administration, teaching, and performance to CSMA. He holds a bachelor’s degree in music from San Jose State and has worked as General Manager of a music school.
Erick will be supporting our growing music programs, trial lessons, and evening activities at the Mountain View campus. We are thrilled to have his energy and expertise on site to support our faculty, students, and families. Next time you’re on campus, please join us in giving him a warm CSMA welcome!
Photo features Erick and Pepe.
