California Music Studios

Founded on the unique concept of matching private music teachers with students, CMS prides itself on developing and nurturing musical talent.

In tune with the musical aspirations of its growing number of students, California Music Studios is celebrating its 25th anniversary.

“Our success and expansion over the past 25 years has been absolutely amazing,” said founder and President Jennifer Paterson. “It’s exciting to see how we’ve evolved and continued to offer a unique service to future singers and musicians throughout Southern California.” Students currently take private music lessons in Los Angeles, Orange, San Diego, Riverside and San Bernardino counties.

CMS matches qualified music teachers with students of all ages who take classes in singing and a wide range of musical instruments, including piano, guitar, violin, brass, flute and drums. A number of students have established successful musical careers. Former students include singer-songwriter and “American Idol” runner-up Adam Lambert and Miss California 2010 Arianna Afsar, a former “Idol” contestant and drama student at UCLA. Today, she also works with California Music Studios as an independent, private teacher.

Lessons are held in students’ and private music teachers’ homes, as well as independent studios, depending on students’ needs. CMS sets high standards for its teachers. Before being accepted, instructors are thoroughly screened and undergo a series of extensive face-to-face meetings with CMS staff. “Most of the teachers selected have music degrees,” said Paterson. “Many have had professional recording careers and hold teaching credentials. More than 5,000 potential teachers were screened to create the pool of over 350 teachers we work with today.”

Just as teachers are screened individually, prospective students are interviewed in depth. Over the past 25 years, California Music Studios has placed about 20,000 students. “We help them find the right instrument and teacher,” she said. “This is not an Internet company. We identify what they want and guide them.”

Another unique feature of California Music Studios is its method of helping students track and share their accomplishments. “We hold more than 65 recitals each year,” said Paterson. “We videotape performances, which students keep as a record of their progress.” The recitals also help students gain self-confidence and give them a taste of what it is like to perform in a professional production. They practice diligently before each concert and dress for the occasion. Each venue is decorated with flowers and other lavish touches, and elegant cookies and other refreshments are served. “We always exceed people’s expectations,” said Paterson, “and I like that.”

Paterson’s passion for her work comes from her background as an opera singer and music teacher. She holds degrees from three universities and was principal soprano for the Boston Lyric Opera Company. After teaching voice lessons in Boston, she and her husband moved to Encinitas, near San Diego, in 1987. Paterson continued teaching, and gained so many students she started providing students to other music teachers to help them build their businesses. “Within a year, I was working with more than five,” she said, and the unique business grew into the company it is today.

“It’s been exciting watching the company grow,” said Paterson, “and I think we’re heading into a period of even bigger growth.” She finds her role as the company’s founder and president rewarding “because we’re providing teachers with a way to make a living – but the most important thing we do is create musicians.”

California Music Studios: New & Improved, Spotlight on CMS, & 2013 Winter/Spring Performance Calendar
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CMS Musical Notes

** New & Improved
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We are proud to announce our new CMS Musical Notes format! We have heard your feedback, made some changes, and developed a new and improved email newsletter. You can also interact with us straight from your email, by liking us on Facebook, following us on Twitter, or sending us a message!

** November 2012 Issue
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We’ve missed you! We know it’s been a while since you’ve seen our newsletter, so we have all sorts of exciting news and updates to share with you! Here is a little preview of what you can expect to read about this month.

In this issue:
1. Announcing our new and improved CMS Musical Notes Newsletter
2. Spotlight on CMS
3. New 2013 Performance Calendar

Are you or are your children currently participating in something musically noteworthy? Do you have a musical accomplishment that you are proud of and would like to share? If so, we would love to sing your praises! Please send an email to us at Support@CaliforniaMusicStudios.com (mailto:Support@CaliforniaMusicStudios.com) with details and photos, and we will happily include your news and picture in the next issue of CMS Musical Notes!
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** Spotlight on CMS
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Ta-da! Our web site has a fresh new look at the same address you already know! Please visit and watch for new and exciting upcoming features.

Congratulations to Gabi Liebowitz, vocal student of Marianna G., who was named Third Place winner of the San Diego County Fair SuperStar Vocal Contest, Teen Division. Gabi’s talent and hard work also paid off when she recently won the Artist Alliance Competition, after being matched against singers from all over the country. She will study with another student of Marianna’s, Krysta Rodriguez. Krysta is a Broadway player who was recently cast as a regular on the hit television series Smash.

Sadie Duca, vocal student of CMS President Jennifer Paterson, took top honors in the Youth Division at the San Diego County Fair SuperStar Contest, nabbing First Place. Congratulations to Sadie, who continues to excel in her vocal accomplishments!

Instructor Matt M. began working in July for the Long Beach Municipal Band, one of the most distinguished and professional Municipal Bands in the United States. The player personnel in this wonderful ensemble includes the best of Southern California’s symphony, studio recording and jazz performers. Matt continues to share his expertise with his students at CMS.

** Performance Calendar: SD
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2-16-13
Formal Recital
Dove Library
1775 Dove Lane
Carlsbad, CA 92009
Teachers A-M
SD County teachers north of the 56, Riverside County teachers south of Hemet

3-2-13
Formal Recital
Greene Music
7480 Miramar Road
San Diego, CA 92126
Teachers A-Z
SD County teachers south of the 56

3-23-13
Formal Recital
Dove Library
1775 Dove Lane
Carlsbad, CA 92009
Teachers N-Z
SD County teachers north of the 56, Riverside County teachers south of Hemet

5-11-13
Honors Concert
NAMM
5790 Armada Drive
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Teachers A-Z

5-11-13
Music Club
NAMM
5790 Armada Drive
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Teachers A-Z
SD County teachers, Riverside County teachers south of Hemet

6-15-13
Music Club
NAMM
5790 Armada Drive
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Teachers A-Z
SD County teachers, Riverside County teachers south of Hemet

To participate, please ask your teacher. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/ICExYm.

** Performance
Calendar: OC
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1-26-13
Formal Recital
Temple Bat Yahm
1011 Camelback Street
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Teachers A-M
OC County teachers, LA County teachers, San Bernardino County teachers, Riverside County teachers north of Hemet

2-2-13
Formal Recital
Temple Bat Yahm
1011 Camelback Street
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Teachers N-Z
OC County teachers, LA County teachers, San Bernardino County teachers, Riverside County teachers north of Hemet

4-27-13
Honors Concert
Temple Bat Yahm
1011 Camelback Street
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Teachers A-Z

4-27-13
Music Club
Temple Bat Yahm
1011 Camelback Street
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Teachers A-Z
OC County teachers, LA County teachers, San Bernardino County teachers, Riverside County teachers north of Hemet

To participate, please ask your teacher. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/ICExYm.

** Music Links
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Did you know? Successful rock band The Killers is led by frontman Brandon Flowers, who took voice lessons to improve his singing. Read about his experience here: http://huff.to/QLmP44

Music study is good for your brain. Science supports what we have long known to be true as researchers find amazing proof about the longterm benefits of music study in children. Take a look: http://nyti.ms/S4Phgh