The Noel Pointer Foundation is a non-profit organization launched 30 years ago in 1995 to honor the memory of Grammy-nominated jazz violinist Noel Pointer, a platinum-selling artist who loved performing in inner city communities and believed strongly that teaching a child a string instrument had the potential to change the entire trajectory of their life. Starting with 18 children at PS 44 in Brooklyn, NPF now operates music programs in close to 50 schools and daycare centers, having served over 35,000 students in all five boroughs. The on-campus NPF Preparatory Program offers an Ensemble Program, a Solo Program, and Music Enrichment Electives from September through May with programming for ages 9 months to adults. The Summer Music Intensive is a 5-week program (June-July) designed for young string players (ages 3–18) to refine skills through group lessons, ensemble training, and performances. Included in the weekly schedule are cultural workshops and field trips on Fridays. Based in Brooklyn, NY, this intensive program fosters musical friendships and provides comprehensive training in classical, jazz, and modern styles, culminating in a showcase for family and friends at the end of the program.
Private music lessons from professional musicians at our studio or in your home. Piano, guitar, voice, violin, cello, drums, and woodwinds. Group classes for piano and guitar.
KOKO Music DUMBO offers personalized piano lessons and early childhood music education, grounded in both performance and music therapy. Blending Japanese and American approaches, our teaching supports each student’s musical growth, creativity, and emotional well-being. From toddlers to adults, we welcome learners of all levels in a supportive and inspiring environment.
Cost: Semester-based programs. Pricing varies by program length and format. Examples: – $225 for 5-week 3K–4K small solfege group class "MUSICOCOTTE" – $350 for 5-week one-on-one 30-minute trial lesson package
JULIET MORRIS VOICE STUDIO was established as a boutique vocal studio in Prospect Lefferts Gardens, Brooklyn, to ultimately help aspiring students grow into more confident vocalists. Many students choose our studio over larger schools, given our attention to detail, guaranteed time with a working professional, and curated vocal plan! Work on anything from technique, to audition preparation, to overall stage presence!
BMS provides students of all ages and levels of experience the chance to work in a highly tailored, one-on-one environment. Lessons are available for guitar, drums, strings, voice, wind instruments, and more, from world-class instructors across a range of musical traditions. We strongly recommend that children start private lessons at age 5. We also offer group classes for early childhood, youth, teen, and adult students.
Cost: Private lessons: 30 mins - $76, 45 mins - $100, 60 mins - $116. See prices for all offerings listed on our website
The piano has always been a source of joy, creative expression, and an unparalleled outlet for those seeking escape. Piano and vocal students can experience the joy of making music in a warm, supportive, yet disciplined environment. Our philosophy is that learning to play piano should be fun—but should also encompass the fundamental, traditional learning processes.
Cost: $65 30 min session, $95 45 min session, $120 60 min session
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