Music and the performing arts connect youth with their culture through a common language crossing generational, social, and racial barriers. The activities that a young person pursues influences the type of person he or she becomes. The experience that comes with participation in a performing arts organization builds discipline, character, pride, and self-confidence at a crucial age and forms the springboard to even greater achievements in adulthood.

The Cambridge City Schools Instrumental Music Program permanently enriches the lives of young people through a commitment to youth development and performance excellence while providing enjoyment for our local community and audiences worldwide.

The Cambridge City Schools Instrumental Music Programs provide a structured and positive learning environment for young people. A continuing objective of the program is to develop personal character through challenging physical, emotional, social, and mental activities while promoting the values of dedication, hard work and commitment through a team effort.