Welcome to the Community Music School at Appalachian State University! We offer group programs, ensembles, and private lessons for all ages. Tuition assistance options are available for our lessons and classes. 

Registration is now open for the Spring 2025 semester! Browse our program pages to enroll in classes or lessons. Instructions for joining are on each program's page.
Holiday note: CMS staff will generally be out of the office from Dec. 21 - Jan. 6, so responses and private lesson teacher assignments may be delayed during this time. 

Welcome to our new Director and Program Manager!

Amber Joy Koeppen, a harpist, educator, and arts administrator at the Hayes School of Music, began in July as the Director of the Community Music School (CMS) at Appalachian State University. CMS teacher Brittany Coco will take on the Program Manager role formerly held by Koeppen. Both continue to teach for CMS. Lisl Kuutti continues as full-time Community Engagement Specialist for the Hayes School of Music. Read more about the new team here.

Contact Us

• Email: asucommunitymusic@appstate.edu - Email is recommended for the quickest response. 
• Phone: If you don't reach us right away by phone (since we may be teaching a lesson or class), please leave your question in a voice message and/or email CMS!
  • Brittany Coco, Program Manager: (828) 262-6499 - For questions about registration, scheduling, or general inquiries
  • Amber Koeppen, Director: (828) 262-6629 - For job opportunities, collaborations, or other related matters

Programs at App State's Broyhill Music Center

Private Lessons (also available online)

Group Programs

• Appalachian Youth Chorale
• Let's Play Piano!

Hayes School of Music ensembles open to the community

• Appalachian Chorale
• Appalachian Community Orchestra
• Appalachian Symphony Orchestra

The Community Music School is a non-profit organization that proudly serves Boone and the surrounding communities by making the musical arts accessible for people of all ages and backgrounds. We offer private music lessons, classes, ensembles, and community events.  Connect with us at asucommunitymusic@appstate.edu or call us at 828-262-6629. Join us in making music and get involved! 

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