CLASSES FOR CHILDREN & teens
MUSIC CLASS OPTIONS

Music Classes and ensembles for Children & teens

We offer a full program for children, teens, and young adults of all skill levels (ages 5 – 19) that includes introductory music classes and a progressive path for improving and advancing music studies.

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BLOOMINGDALE MUSIC CLASSES FOR
CHILDREN AND TEENS

Bloomingdale music classes for kids (in grades K-12) offer opportunities to learn keyboard, violin, cello, guitar, flute, voice and more. The classes are designed to help students learn and enjoy the basics before transitioning to more advanced or private study.

INDIVIDUAL ATTENTION

The class sizes are small (limited to 6 students) so instructors can give each student the attention he/she deserves.

FOCUS ON FUNDAMENTALS

Classes are well-rounded and use an interactive approach to teach students to understand the building blocks of music.

SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT

Our community is about acceptance. Students of all skills and backgrounds learn music together.

GROUP CLASSES FOR CHILDREN and teens

Keyboard for Children

A beginner class where young students learn foundational keyboard skills through simple pieces, rhythmic exercises, and early music-reading practice.

Guitar for Children

A beginner class where children learn fundamental guitar skills through basic chords, simple melodies, strumming technique and steady practice habits.

Violin for Children

An introduction to foundational technique and steady practice habits through guided, age-appropriate instruction. No experience on violin necessary.

Voice for
Children

Children build foundational vocal skills through healthy breathing, clear tone production, simple songs and steady practice habits.

Saxophone for Children

A beginner class where children develop early saxophone skills through tone production, simple melodies, and foundational music-reading.

Brazilian Guitar Repertoire

Students explore traditional and contemporary Brazilian guitar repertoire under the guidance of Gabriele Leite, an expert Brazilian guitarist.

ENSEMBLES FOR CHILDREN and teens

Beginner
Orchestra

An introductory orchestra where young players build confidence and musical teamwork by learning to play simple pieces together.

Children's Vocal Ensemble

An entry-level ensemble where young singers develop healthy vocal technique and musical confidence while learning to perform together.

Center Stage Vocal Ensemble

A vocal ensemble where young singers learn vocal technique and performance skills through classic & contemporary Broadway repertoire.

Guitar Orchestra

An ensemble where guitarists of varying levels develop ensemble skills and musicality by performing arranged works together.

Orchestra

Bloomingdale School of Music’s Orchestra program offering Beginner to Advanced levels for ages 10 and up.

Online Flute Choir

An online ensemble where flutists rehearse and perform arranged works together while building tone, technique, and ensemble skills.

Youth Jazz Ensemble

Young musicians build improvisation skills, rhythmic precision, and ensemble awareness while performing jazz repertoire together.

Trumpet Ensemble

Trumpet players strengthen tone, technique, and ensemble skills while performing accessible repertoire together.

Broadway Ensemble

Young performers develop vocal technique and stage presence while singing and interpreting Broadway repertoire together.

Jazz Vocal Ensemble

Young singers explore jazz style, harmony, and improvisation while developing confidence as collaborative performers.

Pop/Rock Ensemble

Young musicians learn to rehearse, collaborate, and perform as a band through pop and rock repertoire.

Adv. Guitar Ensemble

Experienced young guitarists refine technique, deepen musical interpretation, and perform complex ensemble repertoire together.

Please note: If applying for financial aid, or with payment plans, a registration fee is required upon registering. View our Financial aid and payment plan options.

CHILDREN'S GROUP CLASSES - FALL 2025

BLOOMINGDALE OFFERS FALL MUSIC CLASSES AND ENSEMBLES FOR CHILDREN AGES 5 - 9.

Keyboard for Children – Mon, Sat, or Sun | Ages 6 – 9 years
Violin for Children – Saturdays | Ages 6 – 9 years
Voice for Children
– Tues, Thur, or Sat | Ages 6 – 9 years
Guitar for Children – Tuesdays | Ages 6 – 9 years
Cello for Children – Wednesdays | Ages 6 – 9 years

Keyboard for Children
Mon, Sat, or Sun | Ages 6 – 9 years

Violin for Children 
Saturdays | Ages 6 – 9 years

Voice for Children 
Tues, Thur, or Sat | Ages 6 – 9 years

Guitar for Children
Tuesdays | Ages 6 – 9 years

Cello for Children
Wednesdays | Ages 6 – 9 years

ENSEMBLES FOR CHILDREN - FALL 2025

BLOOMINGDALE OFFERS FALL MUSIC ENSEMBLES FOR CHILDREN AGES 8 - 14.

Jazz Vocal Ensemble for Children – Thursdays | Ages 8 – 12 years
Beginner OrchestraThursdays | Ages 8 – 11 years
Intermediate Orchestra – Wednesdays | Ages 10 – 14 years
Children’s Vocal Ensemble – Saturdays | Ages 8 – 12 years
Guitar Orchestra – Mondays | Ages 10 – 14 years
Center Stage Ensemble – Wednesdays | Ages 9 – 13 years

Jazz Vocal Ensemble for Children
Thursdays | Ages 8 – 12 years

Beginner Orchestra
Thursdays | Ages 8 – 11 years

Center Stage Ensemble 
Wednesdays | Ages 8 – 12 years

Children’s Vocal Ensemble
Saturdays | Ages 9 – 13 years

Guitar Orchestra 
Mondays | Ages 10 – 14 years

Intermediate Orchestra 
Wednesdays | Ages 10 – 14 years

ENSEMBLES FOR TEENS - FALL 2025

BLOOMINGDALE OFFERS FALL MUSIC ENSEMBLES FOR TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS AGES 12 - 21.

Pop/Rock Ensemble – Mondays | Ages 14+ years
Jazz Vocal Ensemble Mondays | Ages 14+ years
Advanced Guitar Ensemble
– Mondays | Ages 14 – 18 years
Online Flute Choir Mondays | Ages 12+ years
Trumpet Ensemble Wednesdays | Ages 13 – 18 years
Broadway Ensemble Wednesdays | Ages 14 – 19 years
Youth Jazz Ensemble Saturdays | Ages 12 – 18 years

Pop/Rock Ensemble
Mondays | Ages 14+ years

Jazz Vocal Ensemble
Mondays | Ages 14+ years

Advanced Guitar Ensemble
Mondays | Ages 14 – 18 years

Online Flute Choir
Mondays | Ages 12+ years

Trumpet Ensemble
Wednesdays | Ages 13 – 18 years

Broadway Ensemble
Wednesdays | Ages 14 – 19 years

Youth Jazz Ensemble
Saturdays | Ages 12 – 18 years

BEYOND MUSIC CLASSES

Basic instrument instruction is offered to children (K-12) in a group setting. As students continue their musical studies, they can join advanced courses, begin private lessons, or join music ensembles.

Private lessons are a great option for students who want or need a customized learning path. Lessons are customized to meet the needs and learning style of each student and the student’s progress determines the pace. Private lessons prepare students for musical performances where they can demonstrate their talent and others can watch and enjoy.

See all of our private lesson options now!

CHILDREN'S MUSIC ENSEMBLES

An ensemble can be the next step for a passionate music student and may encourage some students to continue their studies. Our performance groups invite students to apply their individual studies to collectively perform art – playing and performing with friends can be fun and fulfilling.

BECAUSE MUSIC MATTERS

MUSIC EDUCATION CHANGES LIVES

We provide access to music education to anyone who seeks it, regardless of economic status, ability, ethnicity, or religion, which has a profound impact on individual lives as well as on our entire community.

We offer Need-based financial assistance

Our goal is to make music education accessible and to remove the financial barrier that may prevent students from participating. Therefore, we offer need-based financial aid to as many students as possible.

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