Community Music Day is Crowden’s annual musical carnival for all ages. Join Crowden, San Francisco Chamber Orchestra, East Bay Center for the Performing Arts, and Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra for a musical morning at a free, on-campus event in North Berkeley.
When: Sunday, September 28, 2025 from 10 am to 2 pm
Where: 1475 Rose Street at Sacramento
Every year, The Crowden School opens its real-world door to the community for a day filled with free hands-on music experiences for children. There will be a Chamber Orchestra concert designed for very young children with several seatings and a number of hands-on experiences with instruments.
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The Crowden School is located on Rose Street and Sacramento Streets in Berkeley.
Here’s what to expect:
Instrument Petting Zoo: This gigantic Zoo is waiting for you to try an instrument or two… or six! Try all the different instruments of the symphonic orchestra to receive a very special prize. There are even miniature violins and cellos for tiny hands and fingers!
Very First Concerts with the San Francisco Chamber Orchestra, best for 7 and under
Musical performances for all ages throughout the day
Face Painting
Instrument Making
Musical Performances for Kids, By Kids
This event is free, however, access to Very First Concerts will be on a first-come, first-served basis. These performances repeat at 10:15, 11, and 11:45 am.
