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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

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.

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Full Program

Full Program

Ages 5 to 18

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

Fall 2023 Semester

  • 30-min. Lesson and 45-min. Music & Movement I, II: $1,190
  • 30-min. Lesson and 60-min. Music & Movement III: $1,280
  • 30-min. Lesson and 55-min. Musicianship Class: $1,280
  • 45-min. Lesson and 55-min. Musicianship Class: $1,670
  • 60-min. Lesson and 55-min. Musicianship Class: $2,060

Musicianship classes take place on Saturdays
- various class times

(new students will be given a placement test)
 

Full Program

  • Music & Movement is substituted for Musicianship Classes for students ages 4 to 7.
  • Musicianship Classes take place throughout the day and placement is determined by age and level of enrolled students. For more information or to schedule a Musicianship assessment, please contact the program directors.
  • The Prep Program does not offer private lessons separate from the Full Program.
  • Lessons are currently offered for Piano, Voice, Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trombone, Euphonium, Percussion, Guitar, and Composition.

Early Childhood Classes

Ages 3 to 7

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

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)
 

  • TUITION FOR FALL 2023 SEMESTER

    15 WEEKS OF CLASS
    September 9 to January 13
    No classes: October 7, November 25, December 23, December 30
     
    • Music & Movement I: Ages 3-4
      • 9:00 am - 9:45 am
      • $390
      • for children born 2019-2020
     
    • Children's Chorus:  Ages 4-6
      • 9:45 am - 10:15 am
      • 2:45 pm - 3:15 pm
      • $240
      • must turn 4 by October 1st
     
    • Music & Movement: Ages 4-6
      • 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
      • $390
      • for children born 2017-2019
     
    • Music & Movement II: Ages 5-6
      • 10:15 am - 11:00 am
      • $390
      • for children born 2017-2018
     
    • Music & Movement III: Ages 6-7
      • 11:00 am - 11:55 am
      • $480
      • for children born 2016-2017


    Package Discounts:
    • Music & Movement I + Children's Chorus:  $590
    • Music & Movement II + Children's Chorus:  $590
    • Music & Movement III + Children's/Senior Chorus: $680

Elective Classes and Ensembles


Fall 2023 & Spring 2024:

ELECTIVES:

  • Senior Chorus
  • Vocal Ensemble
  • Musicianship Class
  • Piano Technique & Repertoire Class for Advanced Pianists
  • Secondary Instruments


ENSEMBLES: 
  • Instrumental Chamber Music
  • Cello Ensemble
  • Violin Ensemble
  • String Ensemble
  • Jazz Ensemble

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