Clef Notes
The musical term for louds, softs, and everything in between
Dynamics
Who is this "lovely" composer/performer?
Billie Eilish
You can’t escape it this time of year. What is the title of this billboard hit?
All I Want For Christmas Is You (Mariah Carey)
CMCB's performance hall...also known as "here"
Allen Hall
Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars teamed up for this 2025 smash that topped Spotify charts worldwide.
Die with a Smile
This symbol says, “Wait for it…” by stretching a note or rest.
Fermata
Known for his symphonies, operas, and piano works, this Classical-era musician built his career as both a composer and a touring performer starting at the age of 5.
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
You've probably played it, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 featured this famous melody in its finale.
Ode to Joy
He is a world-class bassoonist and the current Executive Director at CMCB.
Lecolion Washington
If you tried to visit every classroom at CMCB, you’d count this many rooms.
14
This technique turns a chord into a musical staircase, one note at a time.
Arrpeggio
This “HUMBLE.” rapper not only performs on stage but also writes and produces his own music, taking “PRIDE.” in his 22 Grammy Awards.
Kendrick Lamar
Before Justin Bieber joined in, this artist originally released the this song.
Sza
Honoring a lasting legacy at CMCB, our annual solo competition is named after this individual.
David Lapin
Not only a talented pianist and CMCB supporter, but she also runs the city of Boston!
Mayor Michelle Wu
Listen carefully--the dramatic jump at the top of this scale will lead you to the answer.
Harmonic Minor Scale
A singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, this artist wrote and performed classics such as “Isn’t She Lovely” and “Superstition.”
Stevie Wonder
These heartthrobs asked, 'Tell me why,' in a 1999 hit that made everyone sing along in the car.
Backstreet Boys
You'll find CMCB's new home in this Boston neighborhood
Roxbury (Nubian Square)
Initially named “The Bad Boys of Boston,” this band formed in 1970 and later rocked the charts with “Dream On” and “Walk This Way.”
Aerosmith
This musical directive even looks like an italic pause button.
Ceasura
Known as a child prodigy, this virtuoso dazzled audiences and was a pioneering composer, all while balancing motherhood and aiding her husband’s career. She is best known for her Concerto in A minor and Piano Trio in G minor
Clara Schumann (Wieck)
This 1913 ballet caused a riot at its premiere in Paris due to its unconventional rhythms and shocking choreography.
Rite of Spring
CMCB's Pathways launched this fall-- name at least two!
Performing Musician, Citizen Musician, Community Musician, Musical Explorer
The string instrument with a continuous bow, just turn the crank on this medieval instrument.
Hurdy-Gurdy