Eastman Community Music School

Community Division of Eastman School of Music

Eastman Community Music School is the community-extension program of the Eastman School of Music at the University of Rochester, headquartered on Gibbs Street downtown. Distinct from the conservatory's degree programs - open to the broader community across all ages.

Programs and Lessons

Comprehensive instrument and ensemble offerings. Programs include:
- Individual private lessons
- Group classes
- Ensembles
- Early Childhood programs
- New Horizons program (adult learners returning to music)
- Specialty programs (harp, piano, and more)

What's Included

• Faculty drawn from one of the nation's top conservatories (Eastman School of Music)
• University-level facilities
• Recital hall access for student performances
• Programs from preschool through senior adults
• Community-mission accessibility (open to public, not just enrolled university students)

Experience

Eastman School of Music affiliation - among the highest-tier music institutions in the United States. Conservatory-grade faculty teaching community students gives serious-music kids access to instruction normally limited to college-track students. Best for committed students serious about long-term classical study or those preparing for conservatory auditions.