CMDA Preparatory Division

The Community Music and Dance Academy's Preparatory Division offers private music and dance lessons, group classes for children and adults, four choruses, Kindermusik classes, and much more.  Explore the links below to learn more!

Click here for a complete schedule of classes.

Click here for information on upcoming events.

Fall Semester:  August 10 - December 19, 2009

Spring Semester:  January 11 - May 22, 2010

Music Classes, Ensembles, and Choral Singing

• Click here for a complete schedule of classes.  Register online, or call 816-235-2741 for more information.
• Music classes offer you a chance to explore the inner workings of the music you love,
• CMDA Choral Department provides supportive, challenging group singing experiences for singers ages 5 - 20.
  
• Stringendo offers chamber music for violinists, violists, cellists, and pianists ages 8 - 20.

Dance

• Dance classes are available for ages 3 and up.  Register online, observe a class, or call 816-235-2741 for more information.
  

Private Lessons and Group Instruction

• Private Lessons  are available in voice, guitar, piano, all orchestral instruments, music composition, and dance.  Fill out our online lesson request form or call 816-235-2741 for more information.  
• Click here for printable information about private lessons.
• Group instruction can be a great way to get started on an instrument, or a way to learn more about your instrument in a social and inviting setting.
  

Early Childhood Programs:  Kindermusik and Beyond

• Kindermusik With Joy was recently rated as one of the top 5% of Kindermusik programs worldwide!  Classes are available for infants - age 7.
• Conservatory Kids Club  The 2009 - 2010 season, "Whistle and Roar," begins October 3.
  
• Academy classes such as Creative Movement and Piano-Ready Class are a great introduction into music and dance for young children.
• Click here to learn more about all of our early childhood programs.

Upcoming Events

• Upcoming CMDA Events  Look here for everything from auditions to student recitals to professional performances by our faculty.
• UMKC Conservatory's Event Calendar  This comprehensive calendar lists all UMKC Conservatory concerts, including the Signature Series, the Conservatory Kids Club, and performances by UMKC Conservatory students and faculty.

About the Community Music and Dance Academy

• Faculty and Staff Click here for biographical information on CMDA instructors and administrators.  Our instructors are active professional musicians and dancers with years of experience on stage, in the studio, and in the classroom
  
• CMDA Policies and Procedures
• Registration and Payment Information
• Session Dates 2009 - 2010
• Financial Aid and Scholarships