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 piano, guitar, drums, strings, voice, wind instruments and more, from dedicated instructors across a range of musical traditions.
We strongly recommend that children start private lessons at age 5.
Enrolling in Private Lessons includes the following services:
Bi-annual progress reports written by the student’s private lesson teacher to indicate areas of strength and growth to better assist the student’s musical journey.
The option to participate in monthly recitals in the BMS Playhouse, developing performance experience and presenting new repertoire to friends and family. This environment fosters community amongst our students and inspires students to continue their commitment to performing arts.
The opportunity to perform in large annual events, such as the Spring Spectacular, Holiday Spectacular, Women’s History Month Concert, and more!
All private lesson students are eligible for special discounts on ensembles. Participating in ensembles is a great way for students to collaborate musically and translate their solo practice into a group setting.
Students ages 17 and under receive a 100% discount on ensembles when enrolled in a private lesson. Youth ensembles include: string orchestra, youth orchestra, jazz bands, rock bands, choir, woodwind quintet, and more!
Private lesson students ages 18+ receive a 50% discount on 60 minute ensembles and a 33% discount on 90 minute ensembles.
60 minute adult ensembles include: Vocal Jazz Ensemble, Jazz band, and more!
Adult 90 minute ensembles include: adult Motown, adult Funk/Fusion, world percussion ensemble, adult jazz and rock bands, chamber ensemble, and more.
Private Lessons Offered
Registration Process
Please fill out the form below indicating the instrument you’re interested in, as well as your availability. We will reach out and set you up with a trial lesson.
More questions? Need guidance? Call our front desk at (718)-290-2760.
If you are a returning private lesson student looking to register for the 2026-2027 academic year, you will not need to submit another lesson inquiry form! To re-register, please call or email our registrar team with your registration number and email address.
Fall Private Lesson Information
Prices:
30 minute - per lesson: $82, annual: $2870
45 minute - per lesson: $108, annual: $3780
60 minute - per lesson: $124, annual: $4340
Term Length: 35 weeks
Duration Options: 30 minutes, 45 minutes, 60 minutes
Trial Lessons
Students who want to be sure that private lessons are the right fit have the option to enroll and pay for a trial lesson before committing to a full term. Payment is required to complete trial lesson registration, and once the trial is booked, it can be refunded or rebooked with 24 hours’ notice. Same-day cancellations or missed trial lessons are non-refundable.
For more information about private lessons please check out our Private Lesson Handbook!