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拾果 CMCA

Chinese Music and Culture Association

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Mission

The Chinese Music and Culture Association fosters music, cultural enrichment, and artistic collaboration within the Chinese community across the United States. CMCA supports a wide range of cultural and artistic initiatives that serve musicians, dancers, visual artists, writers, and performers across disciplines.

Core Goals

Performance Opportunities

Create stages for artists and community members to shine.

Cultural Understanding

Promote cross-cultural dialogue locally and globally.

Artistic Growth

Support education, mentorship, and engagement.

Career Development

Connect artists with resources and collaborators.

Programs & Activities

CMCA organizes and supports performances, community events, workshops, masterclasses, and educational outreach. We partner with cultural institutions, educational organizations, and local businesses to expand our reach and impact.

Workshops Performances Community events Masterclasses Cultural exchange

Key Initiatives

Provide time, space, and mentorship for artists to develop new work and collaborations.

Nurture young talent with training programs, clinics, and performance opportunities.

Celebrate culture and bring neighbors together through public events and showcases.

Build friendships and belonging through seasonal gatherings and cultural holidays.

Hands-on sessions with experienced clinicians and guest educators.

Connect artists across regions and disciplines for shared learning and projects.

Provide structure, rehearsal support, and leadership development for ensembles.

Partner with community organizations to amplify impact through giving.

Impact Vision

Through its activities, CMCA aims to build an inclusive community that celebrates diversity in the arts and nurtures creativity. We aspire to leave a lasting impact on both the Chinese community and the wider arts landscape through collaboration, education, and cultural exchange.

Explore groups Support CMCA

Current Groups

Find A Cappella

Semi‑professional, not‑for‑profit a cappella group with fixed members.

Sudo Chorus

Not‑for‑profit choir rehearsing weekly and performing multiple concerts.

Drop‑In Chinese A Cappella

Public, informal monthly singing group open to all.

Our Values

Community

We create welcoming spaces where people connect through music.

Excellence

We support artistic growth with thoughtful coaching and programs.

Inclusion

Beginners and experienced performers are equally valued.