CMC Notes Newsletter – May 2026 - Classical Music Conservatory

CMC Notes Newsletter - May 2026

In this issue

1. Important Upcoming Dates

2. Fall Re-Registration

3. CMC Spring Recitals

4. Summer Camp Registration

5. Teachers Upcoming Gigs & Releases

6. Students Upcoming Gigs & Releases

7. Featured Student

8. Featured Teacher

Important Upcoming Dates

Friday, May 1st: Spring Recital sign-up starts – look out for an email with the link to sign up!

Friday, May 15th: Deadline to sign up to perform at our Spring Recital!

Saturday, May 16th: Lessons are still ON but there are no Musical Preludes classes this day!

Monday, May 18th: CMC is closed for Victoria Day – no lessons!

Click HERE for our private lessons 2025-2026 CMC School Year Calendar!

Click HERE for our Musical Preludes 2025-2026 Calendar!

Fall Re-Registration!

Every spring, students are invited to reserve their lesson day & time for the fall by re-registering.

Re-Registration forms were due April 15th! Please email the office at cmc@cmccanada.com if you didn’t receive an email in April.

Spots are now being opened to new students or students requiring a change in their schedule, so please ensure you contact us ASAP if you still need to fill out your Re-Registration form.

IF you do not plan on continuing lessons this fall, please let us know by emailing our office at cmc@cmccanada.com, thank you so much!

CMC Spring Recitals

Please mark your calendars for now for the spring recital dates below (June 7th and 14th); our recital sign-up form will be emailed to you on May 1st, so please sign up then if you’re interested!

NOTE: Recital participation is completely optional, but we encourage our students to take advantage of this opportunity to perform for an audience in a supportive environment, to develop a musical goal to work towards and achieve, and to show your loved ones what you’ve learned so far!

SCHEDULE:

SUNDAY, JUNE 7

IN-PERSON at Roncesvalles United Church:

12:30pm: cello recital (students of all cello teachers)

2pm: violin/viola recital (students of all violin & viola teachers – choose from 2pm or 3pm)

3pm: violin/viola recital (students of all violin & viola teachers – choose from 2pm or 3pm)

4pm: voice/winds recital (students of all voice & wind teachers)

5pm: adult recital (all instruments & voice for students 18+)

6pm: guitar/ukulele/bass/drums recital (students of all guitar/ukulele/bass/drum teachers)

SUNDAY, JUNE 14

ONLINE via Zoom:

10am: all instruments & voice for any teacher

IN-PERSON at Roncesvalles United Church:

1pm: piano recital (students of Josh & Riley)

2pm: piano recital (students of Cheng-Feng, Chris & Erik)

3pm: piano recital (students of Neal, Michele & Aimi)

4pm: piano recital (students of Luan, Mark & Emma)

5pm: piano recital (students of Hiro & James)

6pm: piano recital (students of Louise & Emmett)

Our recital sign-up form will be emailed to you on May 1st – the online sign-up form must be completed by May 15th in order to sign up.

Summer Camp Registration

SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

Music & Art Creations Summer Camp:

A magical fun-filled week for 4-7 year olds with music, art, movement, drumming and instruments exploration!

Monday to Friday from 9am to noon, $325/week.

Week 1: July 13-17, 2026
Week 2: July 20-24, 2026
Week 3: August 10-14, 2026

Please click HERE for more information or to register – space is limited to only 8 students per week!

Teachers Upcoming Gigs & Releases!

Alex

Alex has five upcoming gigs:

Labyrinth Ensemble @ the Aga Khan Museum – May 9th, 8pm

Inner Scripts @ Pamenar – May 10th, 8pm

Garden of Forking Paths VIII: Triio @ Allan Gardens – May 16th, 7pm

Dan Pitt Trio @ Sellers and Newel – May 17th, 8pm

Picastro, Jordaan Mason, Lives Like Skyscrapers @ Annette Studios – May 22nd, 7pm

Emmett

From Emmett:

Hello!

The Emmett Hodgins trio is back at the Rex Hotel and jazz bar on May 27th from 5-7pm PWYC. Gonna be new original material debuted at this show with a killing band.

Louise

From Louise:

Women living in England at the turn of the 17th century were expected to play instruments and sing to improve their marriage prospects, but to be composers and professional musicians was an avenue unavailable to them. Despite this, and through lute songs and music for keyboard and viola da gamba by Bull, Byrd, Coprario, Campion, and Hume, in Queens of Hearts we catch a glimpse of the heights of domestic music through the life of young Princess Elizabeth Stuart.

On the continent in Italy, convents provided vibrant musical communities where women could both perform and compose music, as heard in the works of Claudia Francesca Rusca. And following singer-lutenist-composers Francesca Caccini and Maddalena Casulana and keyboardist Lucia Coppi, we explore how they navigated Renaissance Italy as professional musicians and composers.

Tickets: https://bemusednetwork.com/events/detail/1047

Enjoy!

Students Upcoming Gigs & Releases!

Zevon & Carmel Ketchabaw

Longtime CMC students Zevon & Carmel Ketchabaw are releasing their first Album with their band LEGO MONEY and you are invited!

BONDED BY BROTHERHOOD AND BASEBALL — LEGO MONEY IS A DYNAMIC DRUM AND GUITAR DUO THRILLING AUDIENCES ACROSS ONTARIO WITH A POTENT MIX OF STADIUM ROCK ANTHEMS AND CATCHY ORIGINALS, ECHOING THE SOUNDS OF ROCK LEGENDS WITH A FRESH, YOUTHFUL VIBE.

Tickets and Info Here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/lego-money

Enjoy!

Featured Student!

Ellis (Piano)

1. How old were you when you first started music?

8 years old.

2. Why did you choose the instrument you currently play?

“because if you learn the piano it’s easier to learn other instruments and it’s fun”.

3. What do you like most about your music teacher?

He very talented and he allows me to joke around from time to time.

4. Do you have a favourite piece to play?

Scarf Dance by Maria Giuliani

5. If you could play any other instrument, what would it be?

Guitar

6. What do you like to do in your spare time?

Paint Miniatures and build Lego.

7. Who are some of your musical inspirations?

80s pop music

8. What do you like most about CMC?

Friendly Atmosphere

If you are interested in being featured in our CMC Notes, please email us at cmc@cmccanada.com!

Featured Teacher!

James Griffith (Saxophone, Piano)

1. How old were you when you first started music?

3 years old doing Yamaha group music lessons!

2. Why did you want to make music your career?

Music had been a big part of my entire life, and I realized it was something that I couldn’t let go of. Has been the best decision of my life to make my passion part of my job!

3. Which groups are you currently playing with, if any?

The Shuffle Demons, Live Video Game Orchestra, Marmalade/Listening Room, James Griffith Quartet, and others!

4. What do you enjoy most about teaching?

Being a part of students eureka moments, as well as seeing sparks of curiosity ignite!

5. Some students have challenges with consistent practicing. What advice would you give them?

Starting is usually half the battle! Set alarms/write down when during your day you will practice, and have a parent/buddy check in with you! As well as this, setting realistic shorter goals for practice is the best way to build up a habit.

6. What do you like to do in your spare time?

Aside from music, I enjoy cooking, playing video games and hanging out with friends!

7. If you could go anywhere in the world, where would it be?

Japan – beautiful country and culture I haven’t visited yet!

8. Anything else you want to add?

CMC is the best!

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