Our Approach
Music is not homogeneous or static. We all see it differently, hear it differently, feel it differently, and learn it differently.
The student-centered approach of our conservatory considers the unique needs of each learner, fostering a lifelong love of music and providing a foundation for continued success.
We do not practice any set teaching methodology, but rather we hire excellent teachers who select the best elements from a variety of approaches, allowing them to tailor the most effective approach for each student.
The mission of The Bronx Conservatory is to provide specialized music instruction at a conservatory level of excellence to a community that has typically had limited access to music education.
“We are passionate about bringing musical enrichment to the Bronx, and ensuring access to every student, regardless of ability to pay.”
Doug Meyer, President
Our Program
The core of our program is the private studio music lesson.
Lessons are tailored to the individual skills and development of each student and are taught by our exceptional faculty who are all graduates from some of the world’s finest conservatories. The student-centered approach of our conservatory considers the unique needs of each learner, fostering a lifelong love of music and providing a foundation for continued success.
Locations and Hours
We offer 30-minute or 60-minute lessons, and free Musicianship Skills classes with every lessons registration.
Classes are held on Saturdays 8:30am – 6:00pm at our Bronx Community College (University Heights) location, and 9:00am – 2:00pm at our Bronx Charter School of the Arts (Hunt’s Point) location. Weekday afternoon lessons are also available at our Hunt’s Point location 3:30pm-7:00pm.
We offer lessons in:
Piano – Guitar – Voice – Violin – Viola – Cello – Double Bass
Musicianship Skills Classes
Every registered student can attend our weekly Musicianship Skills classes free of charge.
As part of our emphasis on a broad musical education, all students registered for private lessons also receive weekly classes in Musicianship Skills. Our copyrighted three-year curriculum was developed by Bronx Conservatory and tailored and leveled to optimally support student mastery. Students learn everything from fundamentals of reading and writing music in various clefs, to more advanced music theory, ear training and rhythm skills.
Performance Opportunities
Learning poise under pressure is a key benefit of musical study, and performance opportunities abound at BCM.
Students at the Bronx Conservatory are able to perform in two major end of semester recitals which take place in beautiful performance halls including the Memorial Auditorium of the Bronx Community College. Our students also have weekly performance opportunities thanks to our Lunch Rush Recital Series, that takes place on Saturdays 12:30-1:00. And of course, family and friends are always invited and performances are always free!
Our Goal
We strive to provide a nurturing environment for all students who are eager to foster their musical talent in an affordable way, while also aiming to impart upon them skills and attitudes applicable to other areas of life and long-term success.
We leave a positive and indelible mark on the Bronx community and on the lives of our students, whether they continue as professional musicians or pursue another path with the same level of passion.
