Affordable music and arts education in downtown Toronto.
Cabbagetown Community Arts Centre provides affordable music and arts education for children, youth and adults in downtown Toronto.
We offer private lessons in piano, guitar, violin, drums and voice, along with bands, ensembles, musical theatre, visual arts, creative writing, early childhood music and community programs.
Students receive individual instruction as well as opportunities to rehearse and perform with others. Our recitals, group programs and community events bring students, teachers, families and local artists together.
CCAC serves people from St. James Town, Regent Park, Moss Park, Cabbagetown and surrounding Toronto neighbourhoods. We work to keep our programs affordable because financial circumstances should not prevent anyone from receiving a meaningful arts education.
Performing Wonders Since 1979
Learn
Create
Perform
Connect
Private lessons are an important part of CCAC, but learning also continues through rehearsals, group programs and performances.
Students can join a band or ensemble, take part in musical theatre, perform in recitals and participate in community events. They learn to prepare their work, collaborate with others and contribute to a shared performance.
Some students prefer individual study, while others are ready to perform with a group. CCAC supports both paths.
More Than Lessons
At CCAC, music and the arts build skill, confidence and connection. Students learn from experienced teachers, express themselves creatively and become part of a diverse artistic community.
Our Community
Since 1979, CCAC has served children and families from Cabbagetown, St. James Town, Regent Park, Moss Park and across Toronto.
Affordable fees and subsidies help ensure that financial circumstances are not a barrier to arts education.
Our Impact
At CCAC, music and the arts are the beginning. Students develop artistic skills while building confidence, discipline, friendships, and a sense of belonging.
Since 1979
Serving downtown Toronto through music and the arts.
Thousands of Lessons
Private music lessons and creative learning experiences offered each year.
Around 200 Community Members
Students, family members and community participants engaged during a typical active week.
Our Programs
Private Music Lessons
Children's Voice & Prer...
Children's Band
String Ensemble
Matt Campbell
Enrolled 2019- 2025
now in third year at TMU Music Production
“The CCAC helped me with my music studies and further advanced my musical knowledge and applications. I can not thank them enough for the resources and kindness in teaching me!"
Kristyn Wong-Tam
MPP Toronto Centre, 2024
“You have been an incredible pillar of support to Cabbagetown with your music and art programs. For over 45 years, you have fostered a safe, nurturing and barrier free space for children from at-risk neighbourhoods to have access to a plethora of music and art specialties.
You are intrinsically valuable to Toronto Centre and we thank you for all that you do”
Angel Ma
Enrolled 2011-2020
now at University of Toronto, Masters degree, Occupational Therapy
The CCAC has not only guided me in my music journey but has alleviated the adversities my family and I faced in our immigration experience by consistently providing me with unlimited opportunities to learn and grow.
Events & Stories
Performances, recitals, workshops and community events give students opportunities to share their work, celebrate their progress and connect with wider audiences.