The music school is strongly committed to presenting concerts of the highest quality, providing inspiration and opportunity for its students as well as enriching the community’s cultural life. Members of the Community Music School's student body and distinguished faculty participate in more than 100 concerts and recitals throughout the year.

School Recitals

School recitals are held on a regular basis at the school’s main location in Webster Groves, as well as some branch locations. Students perform based on teacher recommendation for other students, families and friends in a semi-formal format.

• Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008
• Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008 (with adult recitals)
• Saturday, Jan. 10, 2009 (with adult recitals)
• Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009
• Sunday, March 1, 2009
• Saturday, April 18, 2009
• Saturday, May 9, 2009 (with adult recitals)
• Saturday, May 17, 2009

Studio Recitals

Many of the Community Music School’s faculty members provide a performance program for their individual students. These recitals allow students to hear others playing the same instrument. Teachers will inform students when these recitals are scheduled.

Orchestras and Ensembles

The Community Music School's four orchestras, jazz lab ensemble and percussion ensemble have concerts throughout the year. Excellent chamber music is featured in the PREP Program performances, all taking place in the new CMS Concert Hall.

Please refer to the concert calendar for dates and times. There is no admission charge for these performances.

Faculty Recitals 

Faculty members will present a public recital, performing solo or in collaboration with other faculty on Saturday, February 14, 2009 at 3 p.m.