Brooklyn Music School

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Your Trusted Music and Dance School in Brooklyn

Brooklyn Music School has been a cornerstone of music and performance education for over a century, dedicated to making the arts accessible to all. Founded on the belief that music and performance are fundamental to human connection and creativity, we offer programs designed to nurture talent and foster lifelong learning. Our world-class curriculum and masterful instructors cater to individuals of all ages and experience levels, from private lessons tailored to personal goals to group classes that blend affordability with high-quality instruction. Through our Arts Reaching Youth program, we provide after-school enrichment in music, dance, and theater, including homework support and transportation for local students. Our outreach initiatives extend beyond our walls, delivering customized music and dance education to schools, senior centers, and community organizations across Brooklyn. With a faculty of 25 professional artist-educatorsall vetted through rigorous background checkswe ensure programming that exceeds New York State Department of Education standards.

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we prioritize accessibility through financial aid, scholarships, and sliding-scale pricing, ensuring that economic barriers do not limit access to the transformative power of the arts. Our commitment to the community is reflected in partnerships with over 5,000 children annually and collaborations with schools, charter programs, and cultural institutions. Located in the heart of Downtown Brooklyns Fort Greene Arts District, we serve as a hub for artistic expression and education, blending historical legacy with contemporary innovation. Whether you seek private instruction, ensemble participation, or community engagement, Brooklyn Music School offers a welcoming environment to explore your passion for music and performance.

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Private Lessons Group Classes Music Therapy After School Programs Instrument Rentals

Highlights and features

We offer over a century of music education experience.
Our programs cater to all ages and skill levels.
We provide affordable pricing and financial aid options.
Our faculty includes professional artist-educators.
We offer customized outreach programs for organizations.

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Private Lessons

Personalized music instruction tailored to individual goals and skill levels. Our private lessons cater to all ages, offering flexible scheduling for in-person or online sessions. Students benefit from customized curricula developed by masterful instructors with decades of professional experience.

Group Classes

Affordable group music and dance classes for youth and adults. Courses cover diverse genres and techniques, fostering collaborative learning in a supportive environment. Classes align with state education standards while maintaining accessibility through cost-effective pricing.

Music Therapy

Specialized music therapy sessions designed for emotional, cognitive, and social development. Programs integrate evidence-based practices to address individual therapeutic needs through musical engagement, available for all age groups and experience levels.

Outreach Programs

Customized music and dance education delivered to schools and organizations. Our outreach team develops curriculum-aligned programming that exceeds state standards, serving over 5,000 children annually through partnerships with educational and community institutions.

After School Programs

Comprehensive after-school programming combining arts education with academic support. The Arts Reaching Youth initiative offers music, dance, and theater classes alongside homework assistance and transportation services for Brooklyn elementary students.

Questions

What age groups do your programs serve?

We offer programs for all ages, including early childhood classes, youth programs, adult education, and senior-focused initiatives.

Are financial aid options available?

Yes, we provide financial aid, scholarships, and sliding-scale pricing to ensure accessibility for all students.

How does the outreach program work?

Our outreach team creates customized music and dance curricula for schools and organizations, delivered by professional artist-educators at affordable rates.

What qualifications do instructors have?

All instructors hold professional degrees in performing arts or education and undergo rigorous background checks.

Do you offer summer programs?

Yes, we maintain year-round programming with adjusted summer hours for most classes and activities.

Reviews (4)

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Maalik Ausar Obasi

Mar 08, 2022 Report

My son has had the pleasure and honor of attending BMS for quite some time and has truly been enriched. The unique and diverse student body is exemplary as it reflects the beauty of Brooklyn. From his infancy to his transition into teenage years, we have seen a phenomenal growth in terms of his personal and mental growth as a young man. We would highly recommend the school and it's programs to any parent seeking to engage their child ( children ) in programs of the arts that enrich, excicte and engage them in ways they could only dream.

Michael Greene

Jun 24, 2020 Report

My kids have taken private lessons and group lessons at Brooklyn Music School for the past 5 years. We've done classes for toddlers, dance, and group music classes and private lessons. Our kids still currently take private lessons and have gone to the summer camp which has been a wonderful experience for all of us. The teachers are phenomenal and we've seen our children develop an appreciation for music and grow as individuals.

Our children play violin and guitar respectively and our daughter absolutely loves the Strings summer intensive and asks to go back every year. The location is great in Ft Greene with access to every train at Atlantic Street and close to the G and A train. The building is beautiful and holds a lot of charm. The staff and teachers again are really remarkable and caring people. Check them out they rock and we love them.

Face Palm

Jun 01, 2020 Report

Great location for live up and coming talent. The winter holiday spectacular show was beautiful. The children really impressed me with their skills especially for the age ranges. Puts me to shame lol. Please donate to this school if possible they can always use the funds for students growth and development.

Jamal Joe

Feb 06, 2020 Report

BROOKLYN MUSIC SCHOOL. Talented young individuals are mold shaped and fashioned here. The teachers and staff do a phenomenal job in teaching and mentoring these young mines. They are the BEST in Brooklyn.