Bloomingdale School of Music
A neighborhood music school since 1964 offering early childhood classes, private lessons, group classes and ensembles, in person and online.
by Manhattan School of Music
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Talented young musicians audition into this Saturday program in Morningside Heights, where they get weekly private lessons plus theory, ear training, composition, orchestra and chorus. Students choose a classical or jazz track.
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Saturdays during the school year; March 1 audition deadline
Annual tuition; audition required
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Ages 8–17.
Annual tuition; audition required
Saturdays during the school year; March 1 audition deadline
130 Claremont Ave, 10027, in Morningside Heights, Manhattan.
Yes. Manhattan School of Music Precollege is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
Registration is handled by Manhattan School of Music: msmnyc.edu, or call (212) 749-2802.
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