Aug
4
to Aug 9

Greater Pittsburgh Suzuki Institute

The Greater Pittsburgh Suzuki Institute (GPSI), now in it's 17th year, is an intimate summer music camp for students and teachers of the Suzuki Method. GPSI takes place every year on the campus of the Winchester-Thurston School in the Shadyside neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. We offer a day program for students and teacher trainees, with arrangements at a local suite hotel and Airbnb for those from out of town. We will offer a buddy program for students ages 7-12 years whose parents are unable to attend with them. More information.

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Jun
13
to Jun 27

Summer Jam Camp

  • Unitarian Universalist Church of the south hills (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Jumpstart your summer by growing your musical skills in a fun group setting with friends! Each evening of camp will include:

▪ Ensemble Playing ▪ Music Games & Influences

▪ Rhythm & Theory ▪ Solfege & Ear Training

Jam Camp focuses on group activities and group performing, giving the students a break from the focus of solo playing which is typical during the school year. Arrive 15 minutes early if you’d like to eat pizza! And if you play a secondary instrument at school, bring it for Ensemble class! For students playing at the equivalent of Suzuki mid-Book 1 and up, all ages. 

It takes place on Thursdays, June 13, 20, and 27, 5:30-7:30. Cost is $90 for all 3 evenings. Register with your Community Music School of Pittsburgh teacher or email info@CMSPgh.org.

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Jun
9
3:00 PM15:00

Recital & Cookout

  • Unitarian Universalist Church of the South Hills (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

You’re invited for formal recitals at 3:00 and 4:00 then a family-friendly potluck at 5:00! We’ll supply the hotdogs, black bean burgers and drinks, you bring a side dish, salad, or dessert. We’ve had a fabulous year filled with beautiful music and memories, please join us for this celebration! Everyone is welcome.

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Apr
28
to Apr 29

Mt. Lebanon Earth Day

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Join us for a day of fun! We’ll have an electronic keyboard at Earth Day. Students will perform and/or help young visitors with a musical craft. Bring the family and learn more about lightening the burden on our earth and eat lunch at one of the fabulous food trucks.

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Feb
2
5:30 PM17:30

CMSP Recital

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Students will perform in a formal recital in the sanctuary of the church. Join us for a cookie reception following the concert. Everyone is welcome. We hope you will come early to see the 4:15 Piano Chamber Music Recital!

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Feb
2
1:30 PM13:30

Chamber Music Workshop

  • Unitarian Universalist Church of the South Hills (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

What: Chamber Music Workshop - Rehearse and perform with a string quartet!
Who: Suzuki Book 2 students and above
When: Rehearsal time slot between 1:30 and 4:00 with formal concert at 4:15
Cost: $10, check payable to CMSP
Register by: Thursday, January 24

Here’s your chance to perform with a professional string quartet! Your teacher will help you choose a song from your Suzuki repertoire, you’ll be assigned a 10-20 minute rehearsal in the afternoon, then perform in a formal recital at 4:15. Register with your CMSP private teacher or contact us.

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Dec
9
4:00 PM16:00

PPG Wintergarden

Our holiday recital will take place in the beautiful PPG Wintergarden in downtown Pittsburgh. Come early to see the gingerbread house exhibit and life-size international Santas. Stay late to ice skate on the outdoor ice skating rink. We’ll play only holiday music this afternoon so come enjoy the season and bring the family.

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Nov
17
to Nov 18

Suzuki Workshop

  • First Unitarian Church (map)
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Immerse yourself in a weekend of music with renowned Suzuki clinicians, teachers and students! For all levels of violin, cello and piano. The core curriculum includes master class, group class, Dalcroze, and Sunday recital - add-on classes are optional. Details are found on the Suzuki Workshop flier, Clinician Bios flier, as well as the Greater Pittsburgh Suzuki Institute website. All Suzuki students are welcome! Questions? Email us. Deposit due October 15.

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Aug
26
6:00 PM18:00

Piano Day Pittsburgh

Piano Day Pittsburgh is an all-day, all-volunteer celebration of the piano and our city’s rich musical heritage and future. It's a unique celebration with piano performances throughout the Cultural District. Select students of the Community Music School of Pittsburgh will have the unparalleled opportunity to perform at Heinz Hall on a Steinway grand piano!  Join us for this memorable event. 

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