On Sunday, March 8th, the Community Music School of the Piedmont hosted its most anticipated event of the year. The 18th Annual Candlelight Concert, held at the elegant home of Tom and Nancy Dungan, offered an evening of "Cellobrations!"—a deep dive into the expressive power of the cello. The evening’s repertoire spanned the history of the instrument, from the foundational Suite No. 1 by Bach to the lyricism of Saint-Saëns’ The Swan . Cellist Amit Peled and pianist Martin Labazevitch...

The Community Music School of the Piedmont is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 Katherine Jameson Piano Scholarship, named in honor of CMSP’s first piano teacher, Katherine Jameson. Since 2017, this scholarship has supported one deserving piano student each year. In 2026, CMSP is proud to expand the program by awarding merit scholarships to four outstanding students! Congratulations to Charlie Hersh, Stephen Briscombe, Emma Fisher , and Michael Fisher ! In their application...

This October, audiences were treated to two beautiful performances of The Changing Seasons , a recital featuring pianists Jisoo Kim and Andrew Wood . Presented over two evenings, the program showcased a thoughtful journey through the expressive landscapes of Debussy, Beethoven, Chopin, and Rachmaninoff —each composer offering a unique reflection on mood, movement, and time. Jisoo and Andrew brought depth, clarity, and artistry to every piece. Their interpretations highlighted not only the...