CMSS’ Spring Piano Festival is designed to nurture and inspire each student’s talent and growth in piano performance. In this festival, students are encouraged to celebrate their own progress, preparation, and musical expression. Every participant will receive a certificate of participation, and thoughtful, constructive feedback from a panel of professional piano judges. By providing a supportive and encouraging environment, CMSS’ Spring Piano Festival aims to deepen each student’s love and understanding of piano music, helping them build skills, confidence, and a lifelong connection to music.

• Beginner Division students will be assigned a performance time between the hours of 9-11am with recognition ceremonies every hour (10am and 12pm).
• Intermediate/Advanced Division students will be assigned a performance time between the hours of 12-4pm with recognition ceremonies every hour (1pm, 2pm, 3pm and 4pm).

CMSS Students: $35 | Non-CMSS Students: $50

To Register:

Fill out this form.

Once you fill out the form, we will process your registration and email you an invoice for payment online or by calling CMSS at 413-732-8428.

FAQ’s  

Do I have to have a private lesson teacher or music teacher to register? No, but if you do have an instructor that you would like to receive details of the day, and the feedback, there is a spot in the registration form for you to include this information.

Is this a competition? It is not the competitive event, the focus is on students receiving feedback which would inform their ability to advance musically.

What do I need to bring with me on the day of the event? We recommend you bring a snack (nut-free, please) water bottle, and of course–bring your score for the judges. We are unable to provide in depth feedback about your performance without the score.

How long can my piece be? For the beginners division, maximum duration is 4 minutes. For the intermediate/advanced division, maximum duration is up to 8 minutes.

Do I need to memorize my music? No, memorization is not required, but page turners will not be permitted.

What if I need help with the registration form?  Please call CMSS and we can help you out.

What if I would like a physical copy of my feedback? Please call CMSS and we can provide you with one with a $10 processing fee.

How do I know if I’m in the beginner or intermediate/advanced division? We can help! Call us at 413-732-8428 and leave a message for Marineh Kirakosyan, CMSS Piano Faculty Liaison & Instructor, or email Marineh at mkirakosyan@communitymusicschool.comcreate new email.

How will warming up work? On the day of the festival, musicians will be assigned a studio to warm up in prior to their performance. Students will not be able to play on the performance piano as it will be in use for other performers. If you would like to have access to play on the performance piano, please contact CMSS to schedule a 30 min session.

Can we pay on the day of the event? Yes, you can! We accept check, credit cards, or exact change.

What do musicians’ caregivers/family do while they wait? You are welcome to watch the performers, or wait with us in our designated waiting area.

I just registered–what’s next? A week before the festival, you will receive an email with additional information regarding the timeframe of your arrival to CMSS and important details about the day. In the meantime keep practicing!

If you have any additional questions, we are happy to help! Please contact CMSS at 413-732-8428.