Community Music School Lehigh Valley & Berks is a non-profit charitable education organization. Our mission is to successfully provide the inspiration and opportunity for anyone in our diverse community to achieve excellence in music education and appreciate the transformative power of music.

WELCOME TO COMMUNITY MUSIC SCHOOL

Our professional teachers provide high-quality individualized learning in piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, and voice, both in-person and online, for children ages 5+, teens, adults, and seniors. Group classes and performance ensembles offer a fun way for students to complement individual lessons, play together, and build confidence as they develop rhythm, pitch, and general musicality.

Thanks to support from our philanthropic community, Community Music School makes excellence in music education affordable and accessible to all. We are proud to offer financial aid, merit scholarships, and tuition-free outreach programming.

From our families

creative and enriching summer camps

“My daughter thoroughly enjoyed every moment of the Build-Your-Own Ukulele Camp.  Each day, she came home enthusiastically talking about all the fun activities and the new things she learned. Thank you for organizing creative and enriching summer camps for young music enthusiasts. The CMS’ commitment to providing a nurturing environment for children to explore and develop their musical talents is truly commendable.”  

~ Liliana J., parent

gain confidence

“Joe is an excellent teacher. He shows that he is passionate about teaching. I also see how encouraging he is. I also can see the progress she done since starting lessons with him. Definitely a great teacher.  Our daughter is starting to progress and gain confidence with playing guitar. I am thankful she has a very kind and passionate teacher to help her learn.”

~ The Gonzalez Family

We are Thankful

“Our granddaughter loved the Build-Your-Own Ukulele Camp. She woke up with anticipation every morning and enjoyed every moment at the camp. It was amazing to see what the children were taught and accomplished in a week. High level and very competent. She also takes piano lessons and we are thankful for every moment she spends at CMS.”

~ Yvonne S., grandparent

A Hidden Gem

“My granddaughter recently completed a summer camp session. She had a wonderful time, the staff was kind, encouraging and very talented. The facility is amazing with antiques and state of the art equipment. It is truly a hidden gem of the Lehigh Valley.”

~ Diane O., parent

We Love CMS!

“My daughter has been attending CMS for about 2 years and we love CMS. The staff are amazing, always friendly and are quick to respond to any questions. The instructors are AMAZING - - patient with the students and very professional. I am so happy this school was recommended to me. The great thing about CMS is that they are consistent with the services they provide, I would definitely recommend CMS to anyone. Really appreciate CMS - thank you.”

~ The Williams Family

a higher level of learning

“I love the friendliness and expertise of the staff and willingness to be flexible to meet the needs/interests of my son while answering his curiosities and stretching his current understanding to improve his skills all while pulling him up to a higher level of learning while also holding his interest along the way…”

~ Jared M., parent

joy and compassion of music

“My grandson has been taking lessons for several years. I am proud and very happy with the progress he has made. The school shares the joy and compassion of music. Everyone is kind and helpful. One of the best connections we made.”

~ The Magee & Rizzuto Families

A healthy, supportive outlet

“My son found a healthy, supportive outlet for his love of all things musical and theatrical... he has come alive in amazing ways because of CMS.  This school and it’s programming has changed our lives. ❤️”

~ The Coleman Family

The instructors are AMAZING

“My daughter has been attending CMS for about 2 years, and we love CMS. The staff are amazing - - always friendly, and are quick to respond to any questions. The instructors are AMAZING - - patient with the students, and very professional. I am so happy this school was recommended to me. The great thing about CMS is that they are consistent with the services they provide. I would definitely recommend CMS to anyone. Really appreciate CMS; thank you.”

~ The Williams Family

fosters music culture

“An amazing place that fosters music culture and instills the basics of music appreciation in children for an astronomically low and affordable price.”

~ Ahmed I., parent

practical and transformative

“I couldn't be more pleased with our experience at Community Music School. The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable and supportive, creating an environment where my daughter felt comfortable and encouraged to explore her vocal abilities. The techniques and exercises she learned were both practical and transformative, helping her to understand and improve her vocal range, strength, and expression. The community atmosphere was warm and inclusive, making it easy to connect with fellow students and their families. I highly recommend CMS to anyone looking to develop their singing skills and discover their unique voice!"

~ Shirin S., parent

look no further

“My son has been taking classes at CMS for 6 years. All the teachers have been kind, informative, and understanding.  If you have an interest in music or know someone who does, look no further.”

- Teresa M., parent

Amazing school

“My daughter enjoys her classes and loves her teachers. She has learned a lot in her singing lessons. Amazing school!”

~ Georgina L.

friendly atmosphere

“We love the friendly atmosphere of the staff and instructors, and how much info was given through email and portal. My daughter really liked how the lessons were set up. We are pleased!”

~ Trish D.

Positive Environment

“My favorite thing about CMS is the positive environment; learning fun songs, playing for people, and letting them enjoy the music.”

~ Ceiran M., student

CMS is A Blessing

“CMS is amazing from the building to the staff. Everyone I’ve come across, even the students that attend the school, has been attentive, kind, and courteous. It is an amazing learning environment for anyone from children to adults with teachers who are knowledgeable and have the patience to teach to your preference and music level. The front office and the teaching staff are all attentive and serving, it’s a blessing just to be in the building and to be taught here.”

~ Anthony E., adult student

Why Study at Community Music School?

  • 40+ years of experience providing high-quality music education
  • One-on-one lessons in a wide variety of instruments
  • Year-round, in-person & online
  • All ages: Children, teens, & adults
  • 30, 45, 60-minute weekly options
  • Professional, experienced teachers, with background checks & clearances
  • Financial aid & scholarships
  • Free performance opportunities
  • Professional photo & video recording for performances included
  • Group lessons & classes
  • Performing ensembles
  • Recording studio
  • Summer camps
  • Kindermusik with Sing N Move
  • Non-profit charity with a strong history of mission-driven work in Allentown and beyond
Piano Lessons with Kelly Hooper at Community Music School

Private Lessons

In-person or online one-on-one music lessons for children ages 5+, teens, adults, & seniors, taught by professional musicians, based in the Lehigh Valley.
LEARN MORE ABOUT PRIVATE LESSONS

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Group Classes

Age-appropriate and performance-focused collaborative learning for all ages, infants through seniors, in a variety of styles, including pop, rock, and jazz.
LEARN MORE ABOUT GROUP CLASSES

CMS Recording Studio with Joe Wagner, students from the Music & Film Summer Camp

Recording Studio

 Students gain hands-on experience with industry-standard recording technology as they record, edit, & publish their own music in our state-of-the-art recording studio.
LEARN MORE ABOUT RECORDING

John Schwartz Mary Pulanco online clarinet lesson via Google Meet at Community Music School

Summer Camps

A variety of summer camps for kids and teens (ages 7-18) in music production, piano, violin, ukulele, & rock band performance.
LEARN MORE ABOUT SUMMER CAMPS

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Outreach Programs

Tuition-free programs that bring the power of music to community events and under-served students in the Lehigh Valley & Berks.
LEARN ABOUT OUTREACH PROGRAMS

Johan Tavarez, piano performs with faculty member, Daniel Gonzelez, drums during the 2020 CMS Faculty-Student Recital

Free Performances

Free performance opportunities are available for all students, including both in-house recitals and community performances.
LEARN ABOUT PERFORMANCES

The Community Music School building wide angle view from Hamilton Street in color.

Office Hours

MONDAY-FRIDAY   

10:00 AM* – 7:00 PM

*10:00 AM – 2:00 PM by appointment only

SATURDAY & SUNDAY   Closed

Lesson Hours

MONDAY-FRIDAY

2:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Give Today

We believe that all interested persons should have the resources and support to realize their full potential through music. Our goal is to not only develop musicians, but also expose students to the life-long benefits of music study through performance and collaborative opportunities. Thank you for helping us continue the legacy of our founder, Martha Maletz to sustain “music education for all” at Community Music School.

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