Music lessons, classes, ensembles, & orchestras for all ages, and all skill levels Louis metro region. Longtime St. Louis Symphony Community Music School.
Who We Are:
Since 1925, the Community Music School (CMS) of Webster University has provided excellent music education programs to students of all ages and skill levels in the St. Louisans may remember us from earlier associations as CASA (St. Louis Conservatory and Schools of the Arts) or as the St. Joining Webster University in 2001, our commitment to the highest standards has been constant thro
Look who showed up at Band Camp today!
Webster University
06/24/2026
Deadline to sign up for an audition is June 30th. For more information go to webster.edu/cms-orchestras.
06/23/2026
🌟 Advanced musicians — are you ready for your biggest challenge yet?
The Young People's Symphonic Orchestra (YPSO) is our premier ensemble, and auditions are open now. If you're a dedicated string, wind, or brass player looking to perform at the highest level, we want to hear from you.
📅 Audition dates:
Wind, Brass & Percussion: August 15 & 16
Strings: August 21–23
Sign-up deadline: June 30. Secure your spot today!
Learn about YPSO: webster.edu/cms-orchestras
06/16/2026
🎺🎻 Intermediate musicians — the Young People's Concert Orchestra (YPCO) wants to hear you!
YPCO brings together talented string, wind, brass and percussion players for an exciting performance experience. If you've been working hard on your craft, this is your moment to shine.
📅 Audition dates:
Wind, Brass & Percussion: August 15 & 16
Strings: August 21–23
The sign-up deadline is June 30 — don't miss it!
Learn about YPCO: webster.edu/cms-orchestras
06/12/2026
Chamber Music Encounter had a great week! Come see these nine ensembles in action this afternoon at 3:00 p.m. in the CMS Center on campus at Webster University. Community Music School of Webster University
06/10/2026
🎶 Ready to take your playing to the next level?
String Orchestra is your stage. Whether you play violin, viola, cello, or bass, this is your chance to grow as a musician in a collaborative, inspiring environment.
Auditions are August 29 & 30 — and the sign-up deadline is June 30. Spots fill up fast, so register today!
Explore the program: webster.edu/cms-orchestras
06/09/2026
String camp is in full swing at CMS. We have three levels of orchestras playing - Festival strings, Celebration Strings, and Jubilee Strings.
Webster University
Community Music School of Webster University
06/03/2026
🎶 Improve your small ensemble skills, and experience daily coaching sessions, clarinet choir rehearsals, workshops on various topics, and master classes in this NEW clarinet intensive at the CMS! Register by June 15 at webster.edu/cms-summer.
Summer Programs | Community Music School Make music this summer! Little ones, 6 months to five years, can play and sing at our weekly Kindermusik® family camp. Older children can choose from string orchestra camp, saxophone camp, chamber music encounter, band camp, flute camp, pop songwriting, and summer composition intensive. The Commun...
06/02/2026
🎻 Just started learning strings? There's an orchestra for YOU.
String Ensemble is designed for students with at least one year of instrument instruction — and it's the perfect place to build your skills, make friends, and perform alongside other developing musicians.
Auditions are August 29 & 30. But don't wait — the deadline to sign up is June 30!
Learn more about the program: webster.edu/cms-orchestras