THURSDAY 10/1—Skye Consort & Emma Bijörling! + Save the dates

Posted on September 29, 2026 by Chris

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Hej! Hur mår du?
(That’s “Hi! How are you?” in Swedish, I just learned.)

I feel like summer was just here yesterday, but it’s suddenly fall, and the leaves are turning. I invite you to an event with music that’s as colorful and beautiful as the foliage, a perfect autumn evening. Do note that this performance is at Union Episcopal Church. Bring your favorite blanket or wear your favorite sweater for extra coziness. It might get a bit chilly. We’ll also be live streaming, in case you can’t make it to the event, so keep an eye out for our Facebook posts.

Fortsätt vara kreativ. Keep being creative.

Chris’ music recommendation this week – Körepolska by Skye Consort & Emma Björling (link to YouTube.)

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Skye Consort & Emma Bijörling
Thursday 10/1 6:30–8:00 PM
@ Union Episcopal Church

Please join us for an evening concert, presented by West Claremont Center for Music and the Arts. Tickets by Donation. Students FREE.

Skye Consort & Emma Björling perform trans-Atlantic arrangements of songs and tunes from Sweden, Norway, Ireland, Scotland, England, Québec, Acadia, the USA, as well as original compositions. Each musician brings their own individual interpretation to these traditions, creating an extraordinary collaboration featuring voices, fiddle, nyckelharpa, cello, bouzouki, banjo, and percussion. Collectively, the band presents an assortment of whirling polskas, groovy reels, passionate love songs, breathtaking hymns, and original compositions.

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Fall Bands
@ Claremont Creative Center

Fall Bands! Join us and enjoy creating music together!

SAVE THE DATE for upcoming events

10/11 Sunday 2:00 PM @ CCC —
Àine Minogue

10/17 Saturday 1:30–4:30 PM @ CCC —
Sacred Harp Singing

10/22 Thursday 6:30 PM @ CCC —
Myra Flynn

10/27 Tuesday @ CCC —
WCCMA Band Halloween Concert

11/14 Saturday @ CCC —
Taylor Ho Bynum

12/4 Friday 7:00 PM @ CCC —
Eric Mintel Quartet: A Charlie Brown Christmas

12/16 Tuesday @ CCC —
WCCMA Band Christmas Concert

Music Lessons, Ensembles, and Art Classes open for registration now!
Get on the list for music lessons and ensembles here

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Check our Calendar for more upcoming events

The arts need you! Please consider a donation to support WCCMA and community access to the Claremont Creative Center

Have you missed previous concerts? Watch them on our YouTube Channel!

Thank you for your continued support!
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Thank you for joining us & next up: Skye Consort & Emma Bijörling 10/1 Thursday!

Posted on September 23, 2026 by Chris

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Hi neighbors,

Thank you for joining us on an amazing musical journey on Monday! If you’ve missed the event, you can always watch our streams on our YouTube channel. (Live-streamed version available and recorded version coming soon!)

Our next event is coming up next week; check below for info. It’ll be a fantastic addition to your fall evening!

Stay creative.

Check the dates below, sign up for lessons, get on our mailing list
or visit our calendar for all the upcoming events!

Skye Consort & Emma Bijörling
Thursday 10/1 6:30–8:00 PM
@ Union Episcopal Church

Please join us for an evening concert, presented by West Claremont Center for Music and the Arts. Tickets by Donation. Students FREE.

More info >>>

Let us know that you’ll be joining us!

Fall Bands
@ Claremont Creative Center

Fall Bands! Join us and enjoy creating music together!

SAVE THE DATE for upcoming events

10/11 Sunday 2:00 @ CCC —
Àine Minogue

10/22 Thursday 6:30 PM @ CCC —
Myra Flynn

10/27 Tuesday @ CCC —
WCCMA Band Halloween Concert

12/4 Friday —
Eric Mintel Quartet: A Charlie Brown Christmas

12/16 Tuesday @ CCC —
WCCMA Band Christmas Concert

Music Lessons, Ensembles, and Art Classes open for registration now!
Get on the list for music lessons and ensembles here

WCCMA Music Lessons Interest Form

Check our Calendar for more upcoming events

The arts need you! Please consider a donation to support WCCMA and community access to the Claremont Creative Center

Have you missed previous concerts? Watch them on our YouTube Channel!

Thank you for your continued support!
Donate to WCCMA or Become a Sponsor!

UPCOMING—Monday 9/21 Balu Masti, Music & Mediation + Performance & Save the dates!

Posted on September 14, 2026 by Chris

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Howdy friends,

It’s been a while since my last email to you. I hope you had a wonderful summer! We have been working hard in the background to bring you a selection of exciting events this fall. Please do come out and join us for some great evenings of musical events you’ll find below.

Stay creative.

Chris’ music recommendation this week – King’s Guard plays ‘9 to 5’ outside Buckingham Palace in moving tribute to Dolly Parton (link to YouTube.)

Check the dates below, sign up for lessons, get on our mailing list
or visit our calendar for all the upcoming events!

Balu Masti – Carnatic Veena Artist
Monday 9/21
5:30–6:30 PM Music & Meditation
7:00–8:30 PM Performance
@ Union Episcopal Church

Please join us for an evening concert, presented by West Claremont Center for Music and the Arts. Tickets by Donation. Students FREE.

5:30 PM—Join us at the juncture of ancient healing, world traditions, and contemporary music masters. Special guest Balu Masti joins us for this very special session. Come ready to relax and absorb this special experience that is neither a concert nor a sound bath – but something truly magical and music-filled. Dress comfortably and be ready to clear your mind and recharge.

Reserve your space for Music & Meditation

7:00 PM Performance by Balu Masti—Balu Masti is a distinguished Carnatic musician and Saraswathi Veena artist with over four decades of experience. He seamlessly blends art, technology, and innovation into his unique approach to music and life.

Balu Masti is a professional artist in the world of Carnatic music who has been deeply involved in the artform for over four decades.

His love for the Saraswathi Veena has taken him to renowned venues around the world, where he has captivated audiences with his soulful performances. From an early age, music was a cornerstone of his identity, nurtured by a family with deep affinity to culture and arts. Balu’s mother was a Veena practitioner and took great interest in nurturing this passion in Balu.

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Let us know that you’ll be joining us!

Fall Bands
@ Claremont Creative Center