Our Faculty and Staff

We are exceptionally proud of our faculty composed of some of New York’s finest chamber musicians. They work in harmony to pass down the legacy and power of chamber music to each student and make certain they are poised for success.

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Under the name of The CMC Chamber Music Players they offer two concerts of their own that set the standard of outstanding performance practices for our students and their families.

Additionally, they perform regularly with organizations such as Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, New Jersey Symphony, Harlem Chamber Players, Exponential Ensemble, and have received their training from Manhattan School of Music, The Juilliard School, Eastman School of Music, and other prestigious musical institutions.

All of CMC faculty are wonderful educators for young musicians. They are so committed to these kids, instilling a love of music in them that will last a lifetime.
— Lauren Flowers, CMC Parent

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Administrative Staff

  • Mary Jo Pagano, Founder and Artistic Director

  • Sibylle Johner, Director of Orchestras

  • Mary Watt, Adult Workshop Coordinator

  • Nicole Van Giesen, Operations Manager

  • Martin D. Toub, Photographer/Videographer

  • Fatima Kandri, Financial Manager

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Youth chamber music group coach with her hands up as she works with a flute player, piano player, and cello player.

Our Programs

Learn how you can get involved in CMC’s Chamber Music and Chamber Orchestra programs.