by Brooklyn College
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Brooklyn College's prep center has offered kids ages 3-18 private music lessons and group classes since 1978, alongside theater and dance. Trial lessons let families test the fit before enrolling.
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School-year semesters
Tuition listed in 2026-27 schedule; trial lessons available
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Ages 3–17.
Tuition listed in 2026-27 schedule; trial lessons available
School-year semesters
2900 Bedford Ave, 234 Roosevelt Hall, 11210, in Midwood, Brooklyn.
Yes. Brooklyn College Preparatory Center for the Performing Arts is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
Registration is handled by Brooklyn College: brooklyn.edu, or call (718) 951-4111.
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