Frequently Asked Questions
At what age does BSM accept studentst?
We accept students who are at least five years old for private lessons. Children under the age of five must first take our early childhood music education classes; Bronx Bops or Prelude Prep. Adult students are only permitted into the program is space is available. BSM prioritizes enrollment for children under 18.
What are BSM’s administrative office hours?
Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Unscheduled, walk-in visits are not permitted. To schedule a meeting with one of our administrative personnel, please call 347-202-5402 or email [email protected] to schedule an appointment.
Do you offer tours of your facility?
Yes! If you would like a tour, please contact the administrative office and we will schedule a visit.
What is the best way to contact the administration?
Email us at: [email protected] or submit a contact request.
Where are you located?
We are located in the Norwood neighborhood at 3348 Perry Ave., Bronx, NY 10467. We are the blue house on the east side of the block.
How do I register for lessons?
Registration is completed using our online registration system. First, read the account creation guide so you learn the step-by-step process of what needs to be done. After reading the account creation guide, simply follow the steps, and registration will be completed.
All registrations are completed using our online system, so there is no need to come in-person unless you want a tour of the space.
If you missed the registration period before the start of one of any of our three terms, please call 347-202-5402 or email [email protected] and we will arrange for you to be signed up for lessons. If teacher’s studios are complete full, we will post a sign-up form for our waitlist if space is not available.
What is the cost of tuition?
See our tuition information by clicking here for up-to-date information.
Do you offer a payment plan?
Yes. Students may pay tuition in two installments if their cart balance is under $1,500 or in monthly payments if their cart balance is above $1,500. You can select this option at checkout during the registration process online.
Click here to see tuition information.
For which instruments do you offer private lessons?
Piano, violin, viola, cello, guitar, bass guitar, and voice. View our program
My child has never studied music before. What instrument should s/he choose?
Children should choose instruments that inspire them and that they are excited about! If you are not sure which instrument you want your child to study, please let us know! We’re glad to offer trial lessons to find the best fit.
Do you offer group lessons?
We offer free group lessons in music theory, ear-training, eurythmics, music appreciation, and chorus. Students may participate in these classes only if they are enrolled in private lessons. Click here to see group musical development courses.
Do you offer any free lessons?
We offer free musical development courses for students enrolled in private lessons. Although we do not offer free private lessons, we do provide scholarships based on need or merit. Click here to learn more about out free musical development courses.
Do I have to buy an instrument when I take lessons?
Students must acquire an instrument. Faculty and staff will advise students on rentals and purchases.
What materials do I need to purchase for lessons?
Students must purchase notebooks, lesson books, sheet music, music scores, and any other materials required by their teacher.
If I miss a lesson, does BSM provide make-ups?
If a student cannot make it to a scheduled lesson, the lesson is forfeited. Lessons are only made up if the teacher misses the session. If you are expecting to miss several lessons, communicate the dates with your teacher, and they may be able to find time to schedule lesson time adjustments.
Something broke on my instrument. What should I do?
Contact your teacher and the administrative office immediately! Do not try to fix it on your own. We will guide you through the proper steps to get it repaired. Depending on the instrument or issue, we will recommend a good repair shop or technician.