Vision
Our vision expresses the community we strive to create through the power of music.
“We envision music at the heart of community life, guiding everyone to learn, create, collaborate, thrive, and belong.”

Mission
Our mission defines how we bring that vision to life every day.
“CCMS cultivates lifelong musical growth and meaningful
human connections for all.”

Core Values
At CCMS, our values are not aspirational — they are the principles that guide every decision, relationship, and program we deliver. We are:
Inclusive and Welcoming
Collaborative and Communal
Mission-Driven and Purposeful
Creative and Curious
Empathetic and Supportive
Sustainable and Community-Rooted
Customer-Focused, Growth Mindset

History
The Concord Community Music School was founded in 1984, modeled after the Settlement House tradition in which highly-regarded artists and community members came together to provide access to education, music, and the arts for people in under-served communities. In 1988, the School moved to its current location on Wall St. in Concord, N.H., occupying an old church and its rectory. In 2001, a capital campaign made possible a new addition that more than doubled the School’s size to 23,000 square feet. This combined facility incorporates three floors of teaching studios and larger ensemble rooms, including a percussion room. It also features a recording studio, an outdoor performance area next to a city park, and two large indoor performance spaces — the lovely Recital Hall, formerly a church sanctuary, and the multi-purpose Community Room.