JANUARY SPECIAL: 20% OFF TRIAL LESSONS THROUGH 1/31!
Start the new year with music! To register yourself or a family member for a trial lesson, call the registration desk today at 718-622-3300.
Private music lessons are a core learning experience at the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music, available for every major instrument including voice. Drawing from a diverse faculty of world-class musicians and educators, our Community Music School matches each student to a teacher whose approach and experience fit their learning style, genre interests and musical goals. No audition or experience is required to begin private music lessons.
Private Lesson Offerings
For guidance in finding an instructor or to register for a trial lesson, call the registration desk at 718-622-3300.
Why the Community Music School?
Personalized Weekly Lessons
Learning to play an instrument or sing is a deeply personal process. At BKCM, our faculty members start from your musical goals and interests, creating an individualized curriculum and practice routine that’s tailored to you or your family member.
World-Class Faculty
Our faculty is made up of some of the best musicians in New York, from Next Jazz Legacy award-winners to touring artists who’ve backed up Grammy winners and major Broadway musicals. Whatever genre you want to learn, we’ve got experts on hand.
Performance Opportunities
At CMS, recitals and our annual Performathon are an integral part of the private lesson experience. All CMS Students are invited to participate and gain valuable, confidence-building performance experience in a welcoming, low-pressure environment.
Growth Reports
Each week, your private lesson teacher will set short- and long-term goals and practice suggestions to match your age, level and experience. Near the end of each year or term, your teacher assess your growth in four different areas – musical skills, repertoire, growth and practice, and participation – to help you meet your musical goals.
Private lesson students also receive a 50% tuition discount on CMS group classes and ensembles. Explore our options below.
2025-26 Tuition & Financial Aid
16-WEEK SEMESTER
30-minute lessons: $1,696
45-minute lessons: $1,920
60-minute lessons: $2,208
32-WEEK ANNUAL
30-minute lessons: $3,392
45-minute lessons: $3,840
60-minute lessons: $4,416
Financial aid is available for qualifying students. To learn more and apply, visit the link below.