The Preparatory Division offers young people the joy of studying music in the context of a first-class conservatory.
Our Programs
Early Childhood Classes offer the youngest students an introduction to music through singing and movement-based activities.
Full Program Study, for ages 5 to 18, consists of weekly Private Instrumental or Voice Lessons paired with a Musicianship Class in which students study the fundamentals of music theory, ear training, and composition. Full Program students have the opportunity to perform in student recitals each semester.
Elective Classes and Ensembles offer additional courses that can be taken separately or with Full Program Study.
Bard Prep 2023-2024
FALL 2023 SEMESTER:
September 9 to January 13
No classes October 7, November 25, December 23, December 30
SPRING 2024 SEMESTER:
January 27 to May 18
No classes March 23 & 30
We are accepting new applications for the current Spring 2024 semester.
However, please note that space is very limited and many instruments have waitlists.
Location and Contact
Directions to Bard
Classes are held in the Avery Arts Center (Edith C. Blum building) and the László Z. Bitó '60 Conservatory Building on the Bard College campus.
Recitals are held at Olin Concert Hall and the performance space at the László Z. Bitó '60 Conservatory Building.
Staff
Susanne Son, Director
Ivy Loo, Assistant Director
Anthia Nickerson, Assistant Director
Elizabeth Bettigole, Office Assistant
Contact Us
[email protected]
Director Susanne Son: (646) 456-8795
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