Bloomingdale School Of Music

Bloomingdale School of Music, founded in 1964 in New York, NY, provides accessible, high-quality music education for all ages. The school offers private lessons and group classes for early childhood, children, teens, and adults across piano, guitar, strings, winds, voice, and percussion. Early childhood options include Baby’s Sing & Play Along, Musical Mornings, and Dalcroze Eurhythmics. Students can participate in ensembles and orchestras such as guitar, jazz, Broadway and vocal ensembles, flute choir, and youth jazz.

Structured programs include the Bloomingdale Training Program (strings, piano, guitar), Project Bridge, MAP – Music Access Project, A4TY: Album for the Young, the Bloomingdale Orchestras, the Chamber Music Program, the Piano Project, and school and community partnerships. Seasonal offerings feature Summer Strings, Piano, and Guitar Intensives, Jazz 4 Teens, Pop/Rock Week, Summer Troubadours, and Meet the Instruments. Online learning is available through Bloomingdale Online, including an Online Music Appreciation Series and ensemble options.

Bloomingdale School of Music also presents a free Faculty Concert Series and provides event and practice space rental. Financial aid and instrument rental are available, and the school supports audition preparation and student placement. Guided by a mission of access and excellence, it serves New York City residents seeking comprehensive music study and community engagement.