Central Music Institute

Central Music Institute (CMI) is one of the finest music institutes in the world, training gifted musicians from all over the world for international careers as music performers, conductors and composers. True to our founders' intentions, we teach exceptional students from all backgrounds and cultures, encouraging music as an art form, as well as enriching our society and shared experiences. CMI is true to its founding principles of access, excellence and advocacy. We remain strong, ready to adapt to the changes necessary to secure the future of music through reinvigoration. We strongly believe in deepening our connection to the community.
CMI curriculum emphasizes intuition and spontaneity as well as discipline, technique, intellectual development, and social context. Our approach combines theoretical and practical training, extensive work on the written word, and appreciation of style with a fierce commitment to emotional honesty, immense physical energy, and imaginative daring.