April 16, 2020
Dear All,
The commitment that CMST teachers demonstrate never ceases to amaze me. Even though we are all facing the challenges of homeschooling, trying to work from home and not able to see or be with dearly loved ones, I am aware that CMST teachers are still doing their utmost to keep in contact with their students and parents/guardians.
Furthermore, the creative minds and approaches of CMST staff are continuing to develop many ways to keep musicians, young and not so young, stimulated during this time of lockdown. All of this of their own volition.
To add to this a bank of online resources is currently being collated and will soon be available to you all via the CMST website. These resources are completely free of charge and further details on how to access them will follow in due course. This web page will be constantly updated so please revisit as often as you like.
Through all the challenges that they have faced, CMST teachers have still managed to collate and produce a newsletter for last term. You can access a high resolution version here. There is a lovely tribute to James Sargent, one of CMST’s Trustees, who we sadly lost before the Coronavirus pandemic written by David Fryer, Chair of Trustees.
CMST is facing extremely challenging financial times and it has been heartwarming to receive communications of support along with some very welcome donations from individuals and other organisations. If you feel that you can support us by giving a donation you can do so here.
The pandemic, for all its challenges, has also made us think about how we provide our services and there will be reforms that will last long into the future. I personally have been made to realise how important music is in my life and how I will appreciate so much more engaging in musical activities with others when normal life resumes.
Best wishes and stay safe.
Gareth Churcher MA, LTCL (Hons), MAAT - Head of Service Cornwall Music Service Trust