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The Community Music Division of Old Dominion University (established in 1984 as the Community Music Academy) offers the finest level of private music instruction, classes, and ensembles to Hampton Roads residents. We welcome, instruct, and encourage people of all ages and abilities. Our varied staff holds degrees in music and specializes in the instruments that they teach. Most are active performers or teachers in the Hampton Roads community and beyond, and all are encouraged to join and participate in national music organizations.
Important Announcement
The office of Community Music Division regrets to inform our community of the recent passing of our private piano instructor and friend, Yuko Farman.
Yuko was a beloved teacher, educator, and friend. She faithfully served most recently as Co-President of the Tidewater Music Teachers Forum.
We miss her smile, her gentleness, her professionalism
and her love for music.
She was one of a kind.
Please reserve the date for her Celebration of Life to be held on
Friday, March 14 at 1:00 pm at
Benns Grant United Methodist Church, 14571 Benns Church Blvd, Smithfield.
Please notify the CMD Office if you would be able to assist in additional finger food for the reception no later than March 12th
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Taking private music lessons has never been easier and technology has allowed us to connect in ways that we never imagined before. Now, you are not limited to on campus lessons, but can take them virtually, allowing you to take your favorite teacher with you, no matter where you go—out of state or out of the country!