Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Empowering Communities Through Music Education
Founded in 1910, we have dedicated over a century to transforming lives through equitable access to music education and arts experiences. Our programs serve over 3,000 students weekly, spanning preschool to senior citizens, with a focus on cultural inclusivity and community engagement. As the largest external provider of arts education to Boston Public Schools, we deliver rigorous, culturally relevant instruction across diverse neighborhoods. Our board-certified Music Therapy services address non-musical goals for participants of all ages, while our Youth Employment Program offers paid opportunities in job training and mentorship.With two main locations in Boston's South End and Roxbury, we maintain 30+ community partnerships and have pioneered initiatives like social integration post-crisis and veterans' reintegration through music. Our century-long legacy positions us as a leader in arts education, with a commitment to equity that informs every aspect of our work.
Services
Private Music Lessons
Community Engagement Programs
Youth Employment Training
Music Therapy Services
Early Childhood Classes
Adult Music Ensembles
Summer Arts Programs
Music Production Workshops
Cultural Equity Initiatives
School Partnerships
Details
- Year established: 1910
Highlights and features
- We offer 110 years of experience in community-focused music education
- Our culturally inclusive programs serve diverse age groups and backgrounds
- We provide paid youth employment and career readiness opportunities
- Our board-certified Music Therapy services address holistic development
- We maintain 30+ community partnerships across Boston neighborhoods
Associations and certifications
- Accrediting Commission for Community and Precollegiate Arts Schools
- National Association of Schools of Music
- National Guild for Community Arts Education
What people say
Transformative work
Joy of music
Supportive ecosystem
Cultural equity
Youth empowerment
Services
Private Music Lessons
Personalized weekly instruction on 20+ instruments with experienced faculty. Tailored to individual skill levels from beginners to advanced students. Builds technical proficiency and musical creativity through customized lesson plans.
Community Engagement Programs
Music education partnerships in 30+ Boston schools and community centers. Includes school-day instruction, after-school programs, and summer arts initiatives. Focuses on cultural relevance and accessibility for diverse populations.
Youth Employment Program
Paid employment opportunities for teens with job readiness training and mentorship. Develops professional skills while working in music education environments. Provides career pathways in arts administration and teaching.
Music Therapy Services
Board-certified therapy using music interventions to achieve non-musical goals. Addresses emotional, cognitive, and social needs across all age groups. Utilizes client-centered approaches for personalized treatment plans.
Early Childhood Classes
Age-appropriate music education for infants through five-year-olds. Develops foundational musical skills through play-based learning. Includes parent-child interaction and sensory exploration activities.
Questions
What music programs do you offer for children?
We provide early childhood classes (5 months-5 years), elementary instruction, private lessons, and ensembles for youth. Programs include Tiny Tunes, Musical Explorers, and Children's Chorus.
Are there adult music education opportunities?
We offer adult ensembles, beginner band classes, music theory courses, and private lessons for adults at both our South End and Roxbury locations.
What community partnerships do you maintain?
We partner with 30+ Boston schools, clinics, and community centers including Boston Public Schools, Center for Teen Empowerment, and Record Co. locations in South End and Roxbury.
Do you provide music therapy services?
Yes, our board-certified Music Therapy program offers individual sessions focusing on non-musical goals like well-being and communication through client-centered approaches.
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Reviews (2)
David George
Apr 02, 2021
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What a great place. I want to support someone who gives their time to it. Trumpet or Sax lessons for a music lover but who can't play a not! Reply here and I'll connect to with my cell or email. Thanks, DG
Email Communication
Apr 23, 2019
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The teachers give more than 100% like other reviewers suggested. Unfortunately, the administration is far from ideal. They do not pay teachers on time and said that "At least 89 % of BPS students are victims or perpetrators (or both) of violence."
