Preparatory Division

Programs

The Preparatory Division offers a comprehensive course of music study for students of all ages, including Early Childhood Classes, Full Program Study, Elective Classes and Ensembles. The Preparatory Division provides its students with many advantages, including an expert and nurturing faculty, as well as access to concerts and master classes presented by the Conservatory free of charge.

About Our Programs

Students in the Preparatory Division participate in a well-rounded program of music study that includes private lessons of age-appropriate length in Piano, Voice, Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trombone, Euphonium, Percussion, Guitar, and Composition; matched with Musicianship Class, in which elements of music theory and ear training are taught with an emphasis on composition. Students also have multiple recital performance opportunities each semester, which are open to family and friends.

Full Program

Ages 5 to 18

Lessons and classes will be offered for in-person and online learning.

The Full Program consists of a weekly private lesson and
Musicianship Class.

30-min. Lesson and 45-min. Music & Movement II: $1,115
30-min. Lesson and 60-min. Music & Movement III: $1,215
30-min. Lesson and 60-min. Musicianship Class: $1,215
45-min. Lesson and 60-min. Musicianship Class: $1,600
60-min. Lesson and 60-min. Musicianship Class: $1,988

Musicianship classes take place on Saturdays
- various class times
(new students will be given a placement test)

Early Childhood Classes

Ages 3 to 7

Please note:
Classes meet on Saturdays following the Bard Prep calendar.

FALL 2021 SEMESTER
September 11 to January 15
No classes October 9, November 27, December 25, January 1

SPRING 2022 SEMESTER
January 29 to May 21
No classes March 19, April 16

TUITION FOR SPRING 2022 SEMESTER
15 WEEKS OF CLASS
Classes meet IN-PERSON (no remote option)
January 29 to May 21
No classes March 19, April 16
- Children's Chorus: Ages 4-6
  - 10:30 am - 11 am
  - $190
- Music & Movement I: Ages 3-5
  - 9:00 am - 9:45 am
  - $350
  - for children born 2016-2019
- Music & Movement II: Ages 5-6
  - 9:45 am - 10:30 am
  - $350
  - for children born 2015-2017
  - CLASS IS FULL: please inquire about waiting list
- Music & Movement III: Ages 6-7
  - 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
  - $450
  - for children born 2014-2015
Package Discounts:
- Music & Movement I + Children's Chorus: $510
- Music & Movement II + Children's Chorus: $510 (CLASS IS FULL: please inquire about waiting list)
- Music & Movement III + Children's/Senior Chorus: $610

Elective Classes and Ensembles

Fall 2021 & Spring 2022:
IN-PERSON & ONLINE

ELECTIVES:

Senior Chorus (in-person only)
Musicianship Class (in-person & remote option)
Secondary Instruments (in-person & remote option)

ENSEMBLES: (in-person only)

Instrumental Chamber Music
Vocal Ensemble
Jazz Ensemble (1:00-2:00pm)
Rhythm & Drumming