Opportunities for students of all ages in West Barnstable, Falmouth, and Brewster
WEST BARNSTABLE, MA—August 26, 2026
Cape Symphony Conservatory announces fall semester classes, lessons, and ensembles for children, teenagers, and adults at its West Barnstable and Falmouth campuses and its Lower Cape Extension in Brewster. Most classes begin the week of September 14.
Classes for children include:
- In Music Together®, children aged 6 months–5 years enjoy musical activities in a playful setting with their grown-ups.
- Music Explorers is a fun introduction to rhythm, melody, and musicianship for ages 4–6.
- In Guitar Explorers, aspiring strummers aged 6–9 learn simple chords and songs.
- Percussion Explorers for ages 5–7 teaches rhythm patterns and dynamics with a variety of instruments.
- Piano Explorers encompasses two levels of beginning piano instruction for ages 5–9.
For teenagers and adults:
- Intro to Piano is offered for beginners and intermediate players.
- Intro to Guitar covers basic chords, strumming patterns, technique, and musicianship in a fun, supportive group setting with no experience required.
- Flute Choir and Seaside String Ensemble are opportunities to make beautiful music in a group focused on your instrument.
Cape Symphony is proud to introduce Music Therapy Group for children of all abilities. Led by a board-certified therapist, this supportive group uses music to encourage communication, self-expression, social connection, and overall wellbeing.
New this fall, Cape Symphony Youth Chorus offers singers aged 12–20 an ensemble experience focused on vocal development, musicianship. collaboration, and confidence-building. Vocal placements for interested students will be held September 13 from 6:00–9:00 PM. All singers aged 12–20 are invited to participate in a free Choral Clinic on September 19 from 9:00 AM–3:00 PM. CSYC enrollment is not required, though vocal placements are available on that date as well. Vocal placements and the Choral Clinic will take place at 2235 Iyannough Road, West Barnstable. Visit capesymphony.org/education/youth-chorus for more information and to register.
The acclaimed Cape Symphony Youth Orchestra Program offers four levels of ensembles for young musicians who play orchestral instruments. Auditions for new and returning students will be held September 12, 2026 at 2235 Iyannough Road, West Barnstable. Visit capesymphony.org/education/youth-orchestra for more information and to request an audition.
Cape Symphony Conservatory also offers private music lessons in all major instruments and voice for children, teenagers, and adults from beginning through advanced levels. An expert faculty with a wide range of talents and personalities ensures an excellent student/teacher match. Recitals are held at each semester’s end.
Conservatory campuses are located at 2235 Iyannough Road, West Barnstable and 60 Highfield Drive, Falmouth, with a Lower Cape Extension in the Cape Cod Christian Academy building at 94 Freemans Way, Brewster.
For more information about fall semester offerings, and to register, visit www.capesymphony.org/education/classes or email
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Cape Arts & Entertainment is one of the largest professional cultural organizations in Massachusetts. We inspire, educate, and connect our community through exceptional music and inclusive outreach programs. The Cape Symphony Orchestra presents a diverse classical and pops repertoire at the Barnstable Performing Arts Center, while Cape Symphony Presents brings world-class artists of many genres to venues across the Cape & Islands. Cape Symphony Conservatory & Preschool offers private and group instruction for all ages in West Barnstable, Falmouth, and Brewster; Youth Orchestra and Youth Chorus programs; and an acclaimed arts-infused curriculum for preschoolers in West Barnstable. Rooted in creativity, excellence, community, and lifelong learning, all three branches of CAE enrich lives through the power of music. Visit www.capesymphony.org for more information.
