Bloomingdale School of Music

Bloomingdale School of Music is a community music school on New York City’s Upper West Side, trusted by local families since 1964. Serving more than 800 students each week, it welcomes learners of all ages and skill levels, from infants and young children to teens and adults. Its programs include early childhood music classes, group instruction, private lessons, and ensembles, with in-person and online options available.

Students can explore instruments and subjects such as piano, guitar, violin, voice, percussion, music theory, jazz, and popular music. Ensembles range from children’s and youth orchestras to adult guitar and jazz groups. The school also offers audition preparation, chamber music, a Bloomingdale Training Program, and community initiatives including Project Bridge and the Music Access Project.

Private lessons are tailored to each student, and prospective students can try a 30-minute lesson. Bloomingdale presents student concerts, faculty performances, master classes, and lectures, and provides financial aid and scholarships to help make music education accessible