Music Classes in nyc
HSA Music students learn the core tenets of musicianship, composition, and ensemble technique throughout all instrument groups with a focus on the jazz genre. Emerging musicians are encouraged to participate in HSA-organized performances.
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Early childhood music
HSA Music stands on the shoulders of the Harlem Renaissance and some of the greatest musical artists the world has ever known.
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Group Music
Experience HSA Music, the living legacy of Dorothy Maynor, Harlem and the Harlem Renaissance.
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Private Music Lessons
Private lessons provide students an opportunity for study free of distraction to build their artistic skills in areas of practice that may need extra attention.
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Our instructors are active professional performers, lending a competitive edge to our programming
Frequently asked questions
Students, ages 12-17, interested in pursuing a career in the arts would benefit from HSA Prep, which provides accelerated arts training to prepare students for a continued education in the arts.
Ages 2-6 require no assessment for classes; simply choose the class that is the right fit for your child’s age. For dance classes and private music lessons, each student will be given an assessment by the department to determine the appropriate placement level for classes.
Yes. However, for those students who do not have access to an instrument, HSA can provide a list of stores that rent a variety of instruments.
Each semester runs for 16 weeks. Classes generally last between 30 minutes to 2 hours, and students may take as many classes as they like during our 32-week school year.
The HSA Early Childhood program offers classes for children ages 2 to 4 years old, see details and class descriptions on each department’s page. Several of the early childhood education classes require an adult caregiver to participate!