For 97 years, CMCB has maintained its mission to provide music education and related services to children and adults who are unlikely to receive private instruction--particularly those from traditionally underserved urban neighborhoods and in financial need, and individuals with physical and/or mental delays and disabilities. CMCB offers Music and Movement classes for children as young as five months. Children under the age of 3 participate in classes designed for adult and child interaction. Children ages 3 to 6 take classes that incorporate dance, art, improvisation, and social play. The program is designed across the ages to promote musical development through experimental learning. Visual Arts classes are available for children ages 5 to 11. Musical instruction for youth is a key component of the CMCB program. Individual instruction is offered in all orchestral and band instruments, plus voice, guitar, and others. The one-month summer program runs from June 25 to July 20.

The Cyclorama, erected in 1884, is the signature building of the Boston Center for the Arts. It hosts various kinds of performances throughout the year and houses the Community Music Center of Boston, the Art Connection, the Boston Ballet Costume Shop, three small theaters, and a rehearsal studio.

Initiated in 1965 with the purchase of a Tremont St. block, the Boston Center for the Arts is the largest non-profit organization dedicated to supporting all types of artists in their creative endeavors. This 4-acre complex houses the Mills Gallery, The Cyclorama, the Calderwood Pavillion, 2 rehearsal spaces and artist studios open to public viewing. The theaters host a frequently changing array of contemporary performances; check the website calendar for upcoming events. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

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The Boston Ballet is a world-famous ballet company that has been in existance here in Boston for over 40 years. The cast of the ballet are completely professional national and international dancers. The Boston Ballet is the most well-known dance company in the Boston area, the Ballet's annual production of The Nutcracker (Nov.-Jan.) is a favorite among children and their parents. Pre-performance lectures and demonstrations for selected Tu performances of its various ballet choices, as well as backstage tours. Admission $39-98; student rush tickets available 1hr before Wang Center performances ($15). Call or check the website for ticket times and information on special showings. $20 College Student Rush Tickets available at the Wang Center Box Office 2 hours before performance. Valid for most shows, does NOT include The Nutcracker. (cash only; 1 ticket per student with ID)

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The mission of the Topf Center for Dance Education is to enhance the lives of urban youth using the art, creativity, and discipline of dance to develop their academic, social, and physical well-being. A not-for-profit dance education organization since 1974, the Topf Center provides under-served youth with access to quality dance programs. Its outreach program, in partnership with the Boston Public Schools, teaches dance and uses dance as a language to teach other academic and life skills. In addition, the Center works with youth who are both at and in risk.