Chess Club Before School starts Tuesday 1/6: “Strengthening young minds since 2006” 

We have so many great programs this fall with adult education, including maple sugaring, book binding/journal making, BLAST Babysitting Safety & CPR, and more. IMSCC offers one-on-one music lessons for students of all ages and small group lessons for our young beginners. If you have a soon-to-be 16 year old in your family, check out our Driver Education program. Adult driving lessons are available as well! More info at www.concordcarlisleace.org

Channeling Your Creativity: An Introduction to Composition

• Ages: 10–18

• Taught by: CCM piano faculty member Keith Kirchoff

• When: Saturday, January 17, 2:00–3:30 pm

• Where: CCM 2, 15 Junction Square Dr., Concord

• What: Through a dynamic, hands-on session, you will learn the creative process behind structuring melodies and developing musical ideas.

• Link: https://concordconservatory.org/channeling-your-creativity-an-introduction-to-composition-workshop/

Recording Techniques 101

• Ages: 13–17 and 18+

• Taught by: CCM music creation and production faculty member Daniel Fox

• When: Tuesday, January 28, 5:00–6:30 pm

• Where: CCM 2, 15 Junction Square Dr., Concord

• What: In this session, you will learn the fundamental tools of the trade, industry best practices, and professional workflows for recording.

• Link: https://concordconservatory.org/recording-techniques-101/

Multigenerational Bucket Drumming

• Ages: 9–18+

• Taught by: CCM clarinet and saxophone faculty member Tsuyoshi Honjo

• When: Saturday, January 31, 3:30–4:30 pm

• Where: CCM 2, 15 Junction Square Dr., Concord

• What: With nothing more than buckets and drumsticks, participants of all skill levels can dive into an energizing and collaborative drumming session.

• Link: https://concordconservatory.org/multigenerational-bucket-drumming-workshop/

Rhythmic Laboratory

• Ages: Minimum age 6

• Taught by: CCM percussion faculty member Giuseppe Paradiso

• When: Wednesday, February 4, 6:30–7:30 pm

• Where: CCM 2, 15 Junction Square Dr., Concord

• What: You’ll gain practical, transferable techniques guaranteed to sharpen your sense of pulse and rhythmic awareness, instantly boosting your confidence in any ensemble or solo performance. 

• Link: https://concordconservatory.org/rhythmic-laboratory-workshop/

These free workshops are available to all community members, and registration details can be found on the Concord Conservatory of Music website. Spaces are limited, and early registration is encouraged.