Piano

The Chamber Music Program for Adults is designed for adult musicians who would like to play in a small group with others of comparable experience and ability. The session culminates in an informal recital. Intermediate- to advanced-level instrumentalists are encouraged to participate. Compatible participants are placed in chamber groups of three to five players according to instrumentation, playing level, musical interests, and schedule availability. Pre-formed groups are welcome. Prospective participants should contact the CCMC office to schedule a brief placement interview.

Playing chamber music is one of the highest forms of music making, requiring each participant to concentrate and perform independently, while maintaining an awareness of and sensitivity to the other players in the ensemble. CCMC offers chamber music coaching for strings and mixed ensembles of students at intermediate and advanced levels.

Students learn basic piano skills and are introduced to beginning note reading. Students are expected to have access to a piano for daily home practice. Families are responsible for the purchase of class materials and books as specified by the teacher.

The Philharmonic Orchestra is the premier orchestra of the San Jose Youth Symphony. The newly formed Chamber Orchestra is for musicians of high school age at the advanced musical level. Rehearsals will focus on the full orchestra as well as small chamber music groups coached by professional musicians. The Concert Orchestra provides intermediate musicians the opportunity to learn rehearsal techniques and performance practices in a full orchestra setting. Visit our website for information on rehearsal locations and audition requirements.

We offer group piano classes for different age groups: ages 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, and 13-16 year olds. Maximum of 6 students in a class. In this class our students learn the art of piano playing in a fun, and easy environment, more relaxed than in individual lessons. Young kids develop their musical abilities - rhythm, ear training, musical memory, musical literacy, elementary theory, etc. Some children will go on to individual lessons after attending this class for a few months, others just love to learn piano in this setting.