Student Spotlight: Harp Student Greta Richardson
Today we are shining a spotlight on harp student Greta Richardson, who was nominated by her instructor of 10 years, Carolyn Kuban. Please tell us about your music lesson history with the Center for Musical Arts. Greta: I have distant but fun memories of doing several...
9 Reasons Why We Quit Music Lessons (& Why We Should Keep Going!)
Dr. Kathy KucsanEducation Director I have heard variations of this comment dozens (and dozens) of times over the years: “I wish I’d never quit piano. It feels like I gave up on myself.”“I wish my parents had never let me quit violin.”“I wish I could still play...
5 Ways to Play With Music Over the Summer (With or Without Your Instrument!)
Lindsie Katz, Violinist What are your plans for the summer? Hanging out with your friends, spending lots of time outside soaking up the sun, having fun, and making amazing memories? I hope you are able to do those things and many more, especially those activities...
The Evolution of the Center for Musical Arts Brand
In this post, Marketing Director Cindy Hohman takes a look back on 25+ years of Center for Musical Arts logos to explore where our brand came from and where it’s heading next. The Center for Musical Arts has had a number of logos over the years, from its beginnings as...
Remembering Louise Christopher
Today (Monday, April 4), our offices are closed so that the staff and faculty may attend the memorial service of Louise Christopher, our beloved friend and colleague. More than 20 years ago, Louise joined the board of the Rocky Mountain Center for Musical Arts and...
Why I Recommend Taking Music Lessons During the Summer
Kathy Kucsan, Education Director Summer. It’s the best time to rest, relax, reboot. Explore new places, learn new things. Take a needed break from routine. Go to Colorado Music Festival concerts. Right? Students sometimes ask about dropping lessons and picking...
Why Singing is a Gift to the Body & Soul
Raouf Zaidan, piano & voice instructor When, as a fifteen year old boy, I told my father that I wanted to be a singer, he said, “That’s not a profession, it’s just a good hobby, nothing else.” I thought that a good hobby was enough reason to pursue a...
Celebrating Recent Building Renovations at the Center for Musical Arts
Thank you for your patience as we made the following upgrades to the Center for Musical Arts facilities! Take a look at the spaces we’ve been improving: Founders Hall (pictured) New hardwood floors New paint throughout Expanded stage New chairs New light...