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Preparatory & Public Programs

Unleashing creativity and potential to support bright futures for music students of all ages

From young children to adult learners, all can explore their love for music, hone their artistry, and achieve their musical goals through study at CIM. At every level, you’ll find inspired teaching by creative faculty, a focused music education, and access to personal development and education resources.  

Centered around the comprehensive Academy, Preparatory & Public Programs also offers a Youth Program for beginning students just starting their musical journey, private lessons for adult learners, summer learning, and opportunities for professional development.

Start exploring! Learn more below about how to participate in CIM's Preparatory & Public Programs.

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The Academy

The Academy offers passionate and focused young musicians an opportunity to explore their musical interests, grow in a dedicated community, and master the tools to succeed in whatever path they choose, regardless of their ultimate career goal.

Musical Pathway Fellowship

Music Pathway Fellowship

Designed for students entering grades 5-12, Music Pathway Fellowships provides ongoing, multi-year support to students and families, including comprehensive music instruction delivered by CIM faculty.

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Youth Program

Beginner students through 5th grade benefit from our Youth Program, a precursor to the Academy, which includes ensemble experience, private lessons and musicianship classes.

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Young Artist Program

Young Artists study with conservatory faculty in a specialized half-day curriculum. Young Artists benefit from immersive training through the conservatory, participating in lessons, chamber music, ensembles and classes to prepare for college auditions. 

Summer Programs

Summer Programs

In the summertime, we offer specialty programming in music theory and composition; private lessons for all ages, including adult learners; and host the Sphinx Organization’s Performance Academy for young string musicians.

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Public Programs

Find lifelong learning programs, including college and professional audition intensives, geared toward musicians of all ages interested in honing their craft and collaborating with others.

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Learn From the Best

Our faculty create a nurturing environment for all ages to learn freely, be inspired, meet and collaborate with fellow artists and hone their craft. 

Meet the Faculty

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Introducing the Academy at CIM

Concerts and events

Mar 4 Sat
7:30 pm
Academy Recital
Showcase Recital, Prep & Public Programs
Mar 11 Sat
7:30 pm
Preparatory Showcase Recital
Showcase Recital, Prep & Public Programs
Mar 12 Sun
3:00 pm
Academy Recital
Showcase Recital, Prep & Public Programs
Apr 22 Sat
7:30 pm
Continuing Education Recital
Showcase Recital, Prep & Public Programs
Apr 23 Sun
3:00 pm
Academy Recital
Showcase Recital, Prep & Public Programs
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News

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CIM embraces 2023 with full slate of new winter, spring concerts

  • January 19, 2023

Time to mark up those new calendars. The Cleveland Institute of Music has announced its concert schedule for winter and spring.  Along with a new semester have come plans for another rich season of events extending CIM’s lead as the region’s largest presenter of free classical performances, master classes and community concerts.  

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CIM elects Titus Underwood to Board of Trustees in significant injection of new leadership talent 

  • December 16, 2022

If an organization is only as good as its people, the Cleveland Institute of Music is better than ever. At the 2022 annual meeting of its governing body, CIM elected oboist Titus Underwood (BM ’08, Mack) as an ex-officio Trustee, along with four other members of the community, including another alumnus and a current student.

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CIM names Scott Price, Diana Cohen winners of 2023 Distinguished Alumni, Alumni Achievement Awards 

  • December 14, 2022

Out of the thousands of remarkable people who’ve left its halls to great success, CIM this year has chosen two to elevate with special honors.  

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