Tuition for 2026-2027

Fall 2026 Semester: August 29 to January 9
No classes October 10, November 28, December 19, and December 26, and Jan 2

Spring 2026 Semester: January 23 to May 15
No classes February 13 and March 27
Early Childhood Classes: Saturdays
Music and Movement (section 1): Ages 3–4
  • 9–9:45 am
  • Fall Tuition: $486
Music and Movement II:  Ages 5–6
  • 10:15–11 am
  • Fall Tuition: $486

Package Discounts (per semester)

Music & Movement I & Children's Chorus -- $767
Music & Movement II & Children's Chorus -- $767

Please note: All Early Childhood Music Classes are drop-off. Parents or caregivers are not allowed to attend classes.

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Ensembles
Instrumental Chamber Music
  • 30 minutes: $382
  • 45 minutes: $573
  • 60 minutes: $763
  • Senior Chorus, (Ages 7-11), 12:00-12:30 pm -- $448
  • Senior Vocal Ensemble (Ages 12-18), 12:15-1:00 -- $576
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Full Program, Saturdays
The Full Program includes the weekly private lesson and Musicianship class. The Preperatory Program does not offer private lessons separate from the Full Program. Tuition listed is per semester, and includes musicianship textbook and final recital fees.
  • 30-min. Private Lesson + 45-min. Music and Movement II: $1,410
  • 30-min. Private Lesson + 55-min. Musicianship Class: $1,507
  • 45-min. Private Lesson + 55-min. Musicianship Class: $1,934
  • 60-min. Private Lesson + 55-min. Musicianship Class*: $2,367
*Music and Movement is substituted for the Musicianship class for students ages 4 to 5.

All prices are for one semester (15 weeks) of classes and lessons. Recitals and department studio classes may take the place of scheduled musicianship/technique classes on certain Saturdays during the semester.

Limited Availability
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Elective Classes and Ensembles, Saturdays
 
Electives
Tuition listed is per semester, and includes musicianship textbook and final recital fees.

Senior Vocal Ensemble for Ages 12-18: $576
  • 12:15–1 pm
Piano Technique and Repertoire Class: $382
  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • For advanced pianists only
  • Must receive approval from Instructor
Secondary Instruments*
  • 30-min. Lessons: Additional $837
  • 45-min. Lessons: Additional $1,215
  • 60-min. Lessons: Additional $1,595
*Secondary Instrument tuition is a discounted rate available only to students enrolled in the Full Program. Tuition includes final recital fee.

Recording and Music Technology (H.S. Students Only)
1:00-1:55 Saturdays: $275

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Fees and Discounts

First-Time Registration Fee: $45
Facility Use Fee: $90
Bard Employee Discount: 10%
Sibling Discount: 5%
 

Financial Aid for 2026–27

The deadline to apply for Financial Aid is May 23, 2026. Need-based financial aid is available, as well as scholarships for gifted students. Please note that financial aid is for Full Program students only.
Financial Aid Application Form 2026-2027