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Manchester Community Music School

At MCMS we seek to create and implement musical programming in an integrated way so that it is a holistic experience for our students and music therapy clients and helps them reach their short-term and long-term goals.

Program Fee

Fee Dependent Upon Program

Program Categories

  • Early Childhood
  • Out of School Programs
  • Health and Mental Health
  • Teaching and Classroom Supports and Resources

Transportation Options

No Transportation Available

Eligibility Requirements

See Specific Programs for Eligibility Requirements

Grade Levels Served

Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior

Referral Requirements

School Referral, Self Referral, No Referral Needed

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Resources provided by Manchester Community Music School

Manchester Community Music School Sprouting Melodies

Early Childhood, Out of School Programs

Sprouting Melodies

Fees May Apply

Sprouting Melodies® is a music therapy based early childhood program designed and led by Board Certified Music Therapists to create child-centered musical experiences for the whole family in each and every music class. Sprouting Melodies provides consistent music experiences through which the child’s overall development is supported and strength […]

Manchester Community Music School Private Lessons

Out of School Programs

Private Lessons

Fees May Apply

MCMS offers high quality musical instruction on every instrument including voice. […]

Manchester Community Music School Ensembles

Out of School Programs

Ensembles

Fees May Apply

MCMS offers musical ensembles for all ages and levels of playing ability including both large orchestras, wind ensemble, jazz ensemble and smaller chamber groups. […]

Manchester Community Music School Music Therapy

Early Childhood, Health and Mental Health, Teaching and Classroom Supports and Resources, Out of School Programs

Music Therapy

Fees May Apply

Music Therapy is an established health profession in which a music therapist uses music and all of its attributes, to help clients meet non-musical goals. These goal areas include, but are not limited to: physical/motor development, cognitive functioning, social-emotional awareness, and communication skills. Playing and/or listening to music activa […]

Manchester Community Music School Queen City Music & Leadership Program

Out of School Programs

Queen City Music & Leadership Program

Fees May Apply

This program gives students grades 6-9 the opportunity to learn how to play an instrument, participate in small group lessons, have guided practice time, play in ensembles, and participate in leadership building opportunities. This program is grant subsidized, and focuses on creating access for students who might need financial assistance. […]

Boasts & Boosts
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    We feel so blessed! Raising our grandsons is wonderful, but they cost an arm and a leg. It has been so helpful to receive financial aid to send them to the Club. We are so grateful.

    - Club Grandparent (Boys & Girls Club of Manchester)

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    I can’t say enough how much I appreciate [the Boys & Girls Club of Manchester and] your program.

    - Club Parent (Boys & Girls Club of Manchester)

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    My daughter loves it here [at the Boys & Girls Club of Manchester]. I literally wouldn’t have an income [and be able to work] if it wasn’t for you. Thank you so much for all you do!

    - Club Parent (Boys & Girls Club of Manchester)