Events Tagged with 'concord conservatory of music'

Attention all adult chamber musicians! Concord Conservatory of Music (CCM) is excited to present the CCM Adult Chamber Music Play-In on Saturday, October 26, from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm.

At a time when most people feel constantly distracted by technology and barraged by the news, authenticity and straightforward honesty are paramount. The music of The Po’ Ramblin’ Boys cuts right through the noise of the world and speaks plainly to the soul.

CCM is thrilled to announce "Music & Rebels." This unique program will take you on a journey through the lives and works of music history's most rebellious composers, from Monteverdi and Beethoven to our contemporaries, revealing how their groundbreaking innovations forever transformed the landscape of music. Feb 7 at 7:30 pm

Southern Rail will deliver their high-energy performance, riveting harmonies, irrepressible humor, and sparkling banjo, mandolin, and guitar solo work, promising an unforgettable night of bluegrass music. The band features CCM faculty member Rich Stillman on banjo and harmony vocals, Jim Muller on guitar and lead vocals, Sharon Horovitch on acoustic bass and harmony vocals, and John Tibert on mandolin and harmony vocals. Together, they create rich vocal textures and deliver beautiful, creative bluegrass arrangements that have captivated audiences for years. Earlier, at 11:00 AM, we're hosting a unique "Bluegrass Band Scramble" with local musicians.

The Okee Dokee Brothers are back by popular demand to kick off CCM's 2025/2026 Concert and Speaker Series. Known for their unique blend of bluegrass-inspired folk music, Joe Mailander and Justin Lansing celebrate the outdoors and inspire adventure, fostering a love for nature and music in listeners of all ages.

The Concord Conservatory of Music (CCM) invites the public to its annual Discovery Day Open House. This free, interactive event is for the entire family and is an opportunity to explore the world of music, meet professional instructors, and discover the programs offered at CCM. The Open House will feature a variety of activities, including an instrument exploration for both kids and adults, free demo classes, and opportunities to meet with instructors to find the right match. Placement auditions for the Overture String Orchestra will also be held from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Described as “a paragon of the concert pianist” by the LA Examiner and “a standout performer” by The Boston Musical Intelligencer, Georgian-born American pianist Yelena Beriyeva is recognized as a talented artist of her generation. Her powerful yet graceful performances have been showcased on radio and television both nationally and internationally.

Discover the captivating arc of transformation in music with Concord Conservatory of Music’s own pianist and speaker, Jackson Carruthers, joined by guest violinist Sarah Whitney. Making this program extra special is an appearance by talented CCM students Henry Ziulkowski and Abigail Kirincich! Together, they will show how a single musical idea evolves and expands, much like our own personal paths from novice learning to expertise. 

“They belong only to us” was Clara Schumann’s response upon first listening to Robert Schumann’s Kindersezen, “Scenes from Childhood”, alluding to the tenderness of childhood remembrances and music as a shared experience. CCM piano faculty Kitty Cheung-Evans retells this 1838 work and prompts listeners to create their own stories in this participatory event. Movement titles such as “Dreaming” and “Of Distant Lands” inspire the imaginations of today’s youth and kindle affectionate sentiments of childhood for adults, connecting all listeners with the art of musical interpretation.

Find your breath, your community, and discover the music within you through Native American Style Flute. Guest instructor John Gass from the Concord Conservatory of Music will present and demonstrate his flutes, and teach participants some basics of flute playing with a gentle, direct, and intuitive approach. He is passionate about helping others develop their own talents on the instrument and finding connection to nature, to the larger world, and to each other. No musical background is necessary.