Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Home for Music & Dance in Brooklyn
Brooklyn Music School has been a cornerstone of community music and performance education since 1909, dedicated to making the arts accessible to all. Our organization blends a rich historical legacy with a forward-thinking mission, offering tailored programs for students of all ages and backgrounds. With a faculty of masterful instructors, we provide private lessons, group classes, and ensembles in music, dance, and theater, emphasizing affordability and inclusivity. Our commitment to accessibility is reflected in scholarship opportunities, adaptive instruction, and outreach programs that serve over 5,000 children annually. We operate from a historic four-story facility featuring 24 classrooms, three dance studios, and a professional theater, fostering lifelong connections through the arts.As a long-standing member of the National Guild of Community Schools of the Arts, we uphold rigorous educational standards while celebrating Brooklyns diverse cultural heritage. Our programs not only develop artistic skills but also build confidence, discipline, and academic readiness, with alumni progressing to top conservatories and professional careers. With flexible scheduling, including year-round adult programming, we ensure that music and performance remain a vibrant part of every students life.
Services
Private Lessons
Group Classes
Youth Ensembles
Adult Programming
Outreach Programs
Early Childhood Music
Theater Coaching
Music Production Classes
Piano Lessons
Guitar Lessons
Details
- Year established: 1909
Highlights and features
- We have over 100 years of experience in community arts education.
- Our faculty includes master instructors with diverse musical expertise.
- We offer tailored programs for all ages, from early childhood to adults.
- We provide financial aid and scholarships to ensure accessibility.
- Our historic facility includes professional performance spaces.
Services
Private Lessons
Brooklyn Music School offers customized private lessons in piano, guitar, voice, drums, strings, and wind instruments. Our master instructors tailor sessions to individual goals, providing structured curricula for beginners through advanced students. Lessons are available in-person or online, with flexible scheduling for children and adults.
Group Classes
Group classes at BMS foster collaborative learning for youth and adults in piano, theater, and world percussion. Sessions emphasize skill-building through peer interaction, with affordable pricing that aligns with our accessibility mission. Classes cater to diverse experience levels, from introductory workshops to advanced technique development.
Youth Ensembles
Youth ensembles provide performance opportunities in classical, jazz, and rock genres, requiring a year-long commitment. Students gain stage experience through recitals and annual events like the Spring Spectacular, with discounted participation for private lesson students to encourage ensemble collaboration.
Outreach Programs
BMS Outreach brings music and dance education to schools, senior centers, and community organizations across Brooklyn. Custom programs are designed to meet organizational needs, with pricing starting at $100/hour. Faculty are professionally credentialed and trained to deliver curriculum-aligned, culturally diverse programming.
Early Childhood Music
Designed for children 10 months to 4 years, early childhood classes use movement, singing, and instruments to develop musical awareness. Trial options and age-specific groupings (e.g., Music Babies, Mini Maestros) introduce rhythm, pitch recognition, and school readiness skills through playful, caregiver-participatory sessions.
People
Brian Adamczyk
Executive Director
With a background in nonprofit leadership, Brian oversees BMS's strategic vision, ensuring alignment with its century-old mission to make arts education accessible to all Brooklyn residents.
Sherrine Mostin
Director of Programming and Curriculum
Sherrine leads curriculum development for BMS, integrating over 25 years of music education expertise to create programs that balance technical rigor with creative exploration for all age groups.
Veronica Forman
Director of Community Engagement and Partnerships
Veronica builds relationships with Brooklyn schools and organizations, expanding access to BMS's outreach programs that have engaged over 5,000 children annually since 2015.
Fatima Bawah
Arts Reaching Youth Director
Fatima manages BMS's after-school program for ages 5-11, combining arts education with homework support to serve working families in Fort Greene and surrounding neighborhoods.
Jeff Newell
Dean of Faculty and Jazz Chair
As a professional jazz musician and educator, Jeff curates BMS's ensemble programs, ensuring high artistic standards while mentoring students in collaborative performance techniques.
Questions
What ages does Brooklyn Music School serve?
BMS offers programs for children as young as 10 months through adulthood, with early childhood classes, youth ensembles, adult lessons, and senior outreach programs.
Do you require a minimum experience level to enroll?
No, our curriculum accommodates all experience levels from beginners to advanced students, with adaptive instruction available for special needs.
Are trial classes available?
Yes, trial options exist for early childhood programs ($39) and private lessons, allowing families to experience classes before full-term enrollment.
How does BMS support accessibility?
We offer financial aid, sliding-scale tuition, and outreach partnerships to ensure programs remain affordable for low-income families and underserved communities.
Can I rent instruments through BMS?
Yes, we facilitate short-term instrument rentals and occasionally sell used instruments to help students begin their musical journey cost-effectively.
