Concord Conservatory of MusicConcord Conservatory of MusicContinue Your Musical Journey This Summer at Concord Conservatory of Music! We’re thrilled to offer summer lessons designed to help you maintain and build upon the skills and progress achieved during the 2025-26 academic year. Whether you’re a budding pianist, a passionate vocalist, or a dedicated instrumentalist, our experienced instructors will guide you in summer music programs tailored to your individual needs. Don’t let your musical momentum fade – keep practicing and learning with CCM this summer!
New to CCM and interested in private summer lessons?
Please either call us at (978) 369-0010 or email our registrar at Registrar@ConcordConservatory.
Looking for other programs for your child? Check out our fall group classes.
Bring your favorite tune, your instrument, and open ears to CCM’s Monthly Jazz Jam, where faculty member Giuseppe Paradiso sets the stage for musical collaboration, exploration, and enjoyment, and provides a space where all jazz musicians will feel at home. This monthly gathering welcomes players of all levels to join the house rhythm section, request songs, and build new musical friendships.
Walk in or sign up in advance to provide background such as your instrument and playing experience, as well as any song requests you have.
Summer Dates & Times:
Tuesdays, 7:00-9:00 pm
May 26, June 30, July 28, August 25
Location:
Jam Suite at CCM 2
15 Junction Square Drive, Concord, two blocks from CCM.
Suggested donation: $10
Ages 16 and up
How to Join:
Sign up!
Please sign up in advance; walk-ins are welcome. For the most positive experience, we recommend knowing at least one jazz standard, blues, or funk tune, and having a basic level of improvisation.
Fun with Music Making *Media Project Workshop
Taught by Composition, Music Theory and Piano Instructor Manuel Garcia-Baro
Thursdays (July 16 – August 6, 4 weeks), 5:00 – 5:45 pm
Striking the Right Chord *Media Project Workshop
Taught by Composition, Music Theory and Piano Instructor Manuel Garcia-Baro
Thursdays (July 16 – August 6, 4 weeks), 6:00 – 6:45 pm
Song Starters: Creative Sparks *Media Project Workshop
Taught by Composition, Music Theory and Piano Instructor Manuel Garcia-Baro
Thursdays (July 16 – August 6, 4 weeks), 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Through engaging demonstrations and hands-on experimentation, you’ll learn the core concepts behind jazz harmony and try out ideas on our provided keyboards. Whether you play classical, jazz, or are simply curious about how music is built, this class offers an inviting, creative space to explore how harmony works.
No background in jazz is required—just curiosity and a willingness to play!
Prerequisites: For pianists of all levels, ages 15 to adult. No prior jazz experience is needed.
Tuesdays (Starting June 15), 12:00 – 1:00 pm
CCM’s Guitar & Mandolin Study Group is a flexible, intermediate-level workshop where flatpickers can hone their instrumental technique and expand their musical toolbox alongside folks with similar goals. Sessions will focus on right-hand exercises, nuanced rhythm playing, improvisation, and ear training to connect what we hear with what we play.
Thursdays (Starting June 18), 6:30 – 7:30 pm