NOTE: Events through August, 2020 are cancelled in response to directives by the State of Oregon. If submitting a new request, expect up to several weeks delay in reply as we reorganize our event calendar giving priority to 1) CMC instructors, and 2) renters with cancelled permits.

The Community Music Center (CMC) occupies a remodeled 1912 firehouse in Southeast Portland, designated a Portland Historic Landmark. Public concerts by CMC students, faculty, and guest performers are given at the Center free of charge or for nominal admission fees. The lovely, brick-walled David Beasley Campbell recital hall has great acoustics for non-amplified voice and instruments, and is used by many of the area’s music teachers, performers, and music organizations for recitals and meetings. 

The building contains 7 classrooms, each with its own piano; a multi-use auditorium with grand piano and modern recording equipment; offices; a library with sheet music, books and recordings; and a collection of instruments for student use. CMC’s campus is expanded through partnerships with the SUN Community Schools.

For list of building amenities, location and map, see our "Find us!" page.