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November 2024 by Marvin Francis
Went for a trombone recital. It was really good. Good music and nice place for lessons.
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May 2024 by Ben Evardome
My 5 year old daughter is having violin lessons here and her violin teacher is the best and perfect for working with kids. The area has safe parking and there is even a Baskin Robbins right next to it if you're having an ice cream craving. I highly recommend this music school
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March 2022 by Mark Dobkin
I had Matt help me with my quartet. He did an excellent job working with us on a tango piece. I look forward to more coaching sessions.
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December 2020 by Cheng Han Li
All these instructors are very accomplished professionals, but not all of them can teach well. I also think we should have more competitions instead of just recitals. Other than that, its a good place to learn music, as I have taken lessons from here for 5 years.
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February 2020 by Mario Franco
it's amazing school that has all the elements of music for all ages highly recommended
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November 2019 by J M
Very down to earth professionals that love music and teaching
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November 2019 by Osiris cs
I love it! I have taken classes of many different instruments. Currently I am playing the violin.
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October 2019 by Su-San Y.
My children have been taking multiple music lessons at CCSM for several years. Previously, we had taken lessons at a variety of different schools across different states and countries. Our experience with CCSM has been the best in all respects. If you are looking for reasonable fees, CCSM checks this box. It is a non-profit that was established in the 70s in response to cuts to music education budget in our local public schools. Their main mission is to make music education accessible to as many people in the community as possible. Hence, their fees are very reasonable and much lower than music schools of similar caliber in the area. Since we're talking caliber, I have to say the school has an excellent faculty from a variety of musical fields. Many teachers have graduated from top music programs, performed with top orchestras, and/or produced generations of excellent musicians who are either professional musicians or just regular folk who really love music and continue to support the arts. My boys love their teachers, and they have different teachers even though they learn the same instruments. Since the chemistry between each student/teacher pair is important, you can trial with different teachers and figure out which teacher fits your child best. As for facilities/infrastructure, you won't find state of the art, fancy facilities (see point about it being a non-profit), but they are very good facilities and instruments, many of the pianos have been generously donated by families or the community. There are two formal recital halls, with a Steinway grand (paid for by donations), that allow students to have the opportunity to perform on an almost monthly basis. This helps them build confidence, develop performance skills and share their musical growth with their friends and family. CCSM actively contributes to the community through a scholarship fund that pays for students in financial difficulty to have lessons. There are a few big fundraisers for the scholarship fund held each year and all students are invited (never any pressure) to help raise funds for this, either through actual donations or performing at fundraising events. This helps the kids look beyond their own needs to the needs of others. Finally, since it is a community-based organization, there's a warm familial atmosphere at the school. There's no snooty arrogance you might get at other music schools. Everyone here is really friendly and supportive. This is an amazing school, it's no wonder that students travel all the way from Riverside or Orange Counties to have lessons here! If you're thinking about music lessons, you have to consider CCSM. It was the best decision our family made.
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September 2019 by Laura Sigritz-Schinler
Great teacher! Great class!
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August 2019 by Carlos Vera
The teachers here have passion to share their knowledge and love of music. The recitals by the students are something I look forward to. The school has organized the recitals for all to enjoy and to show how the upcoming students are doing. Great job !
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August 2019 by Angela Barry
A wonderful music school like CCSM helps your children develop great love for music!
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June 2019 by John Matsuzaki
Very down to earth professionals that love music and teaching
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June 2019 by Azucena Ilacad
Loved it
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March 2019 by Findsa Fb
I love it! I have taken classes of many different instruments. Currently I am playing the violin.
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March 2019 by Sean Keating
This music school is amazing. The instruction is top notch.
