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Community Music School Our mission is: To provide high quality, accessible music instruction for all persons who have a desire to learn: the talented, the hobbyist, the musically curious, the disabled and the disadvantaged. To insure that no serious student is denied the opportunity for quality instruction due to race, gender, creed, national origin or lack of finances, lesson fees being determined according to family income.

To maintain a fully qualified teaching staff sensitive to the individual student's musical abilities and needs. To foster an atmosphere that encourages a love of music, delight in creative expression and the satisfaction of progress and accomplishment through dedication and diligent practice. To offer a wide variety of musical experiences and opportunities for participation with others.
Associations and certifications
  • National Guild for Community Arts Education
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Dr. Deborah Andrus
Clarinet
Deborah is the second clarinetist with the Allentown Symphony Orchestra, and is a member of SATORI and the East Winds Quintet. Before moving to Pennsylvania, she held the principal clarinet position with the Natchez Opera Festival Orchestra for three years. She has performed with many ensembles in the United States, including the Louisiana Philharmonic, the Baton Rouge Symphony, the Mississippi Symphony, the Central Ohio Symphony, the New Columbian Brass Band and the Fort Wayne Philharmonic. In 2010, Dr. Andrus gave concerts and masterclasses in mainland China with Pennsylvania-based Trio Clavino.
Dave Golden
Trumpet
Mr. David S. Golden, Jr. (SMSget) Retired member of The United States Air Force Concert Band from Washington D.C. During his 23 years of service he was assistant principal cornetist with the Concert Band and supported presidential performance duties for Presidents Carter through Clinton. He also performed as a Ceremonial Band augmentee at White House and Pentagon arrival ceremonies. His performances have taken him on numerous concerts in the nations capital region and throughout the country and on 3 European tours.
Henry Guzevich
Brass
Mr. Guzevich has performed throughout the country as a 'road musician' in addition to managing a recording studio. Mr. Guzevich received three Grammy Nominations with the Polka Family. He was inducted into the Polka Hall of Fame in 2007. Hank is an important member of the CMS team for many CMS outreach programs. Mr. Guzevich teaches trumpet, clarinet, piano, and guitar, as well as generates many CMS outreach programs.
Dr. Nora Suggs
Flute
Dr. Suggs, flutist, is a graduate of Houston's Rice University and Baylor College of Medicine, with extensive private education in music and degrees in biology, English literature, medicine, and surgery. She has performed in England, Canada, Japan, and throughout the United States; and is now active as a teacher, recitalist and chamber musician in Pennsylvania's Lehigh Valley.
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D. Williams
Jul 28, 2021
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.
Rakesh Soman
Jun 23, 2020
I am happy to see how quick CMS and the talented teachers adapted to the stay at home order from the governor and found alternative ways to provide lessons to students. It is impressive to see Ms Kathy Anthony providing the same level or may be even more attention to my daughter's Piano lessons virtually. Thank you CMS for not letting this difficult time affect students ability to learn and also providing a sense of normalcy
Teresa M.
Aug 02, 2018
My son has been taking classes at CMS for 6 years. All the teachers have been kind, informative, and understanding. I can't wait until they're in the new location. If you have an interest in music or know someone who does, look no further.
Michelle D.
Aug 15, 2015
This is an amazing place. They accomodate special needs and low income families, their outreach program is excellent, their teachers highly trained and great at inspiring young and old. My son has mild special needs, but a huge desire to play and a natural talent. I can't praise them enough for how they came through for him.