From The Executive Director

From The Desk Of…

“We are here to serve, enrich and support the public through the performing arts.”
— Brian Adamczyk

Hello Brooklyn Music School families, friends, and community!

Spring is upon us at the Brooklyn Music School, and we are so excited to be offering the community so many experiences between now and the end of the school year.  Our Spring semester of programming and instruction is in full swing.

I would like to highlight two new performance opportunities created with the community in mind.  Our first ever rock band event, Shred Fest 2023, took place on April 1st in the BMS Playhouse. The evening featured BMS Rock Bands of all ages and abilities.  We also hosted a total of 19 bands, some of which were from outside organizations and our friends at Kids Rock for Kids.  Also, the BMS Jazz Department will host our first dedicated jazz celebration event in May in the Playhouse (stay tuned for more info).  All jazz ensembles, jazz faculty and a community jam session at the end will celebrate the wonderful offerings in this communal experience.

See More at #BMSRockFest

Looking ahead, please secure your spot in one or more of our 6 weeks of Summer Institute camp experiences, as well as any of the one week Intensives. We look forward to returning to our historic camp format that will include exciting field trips, performance opportunities and walks to Fort Greene Park.  Programming ranges from Strings, Jazz, Musical Theater, Dance and Music Production.  Private Lessons and group classes will also run all of July and August.

The 2023 BMS Fundraising Gala will occur on May 23rd at Rule of Thirds, an incredible venue in the heart of Greenpoint.  All ticket sales, donations and sponsorships will provide crucial revenue for BMS as a nonprofit.  These funds will make it possible for BMS to continue offering the affordable, and at times, free, programming and scholarships to the community.  Thank you in advance for your continued support, we couldn't do it without you!

Lastly, BMS is undoubtedly opening up a new chapter.  Between new programmatic offerings, growth in enrollment, and fresh BMS administrative leadership, we have so many unique and meaningful experiences to offer the public.  Stay tuned for many upcoming events, collaborations and experiences for summer and fall, to be announced in the coming newsletters.  

Thank you for being part of the Brooklyn Music School community.  We are here to serve, enrich and support the public through the performing arts.  Our programs will always be available to any and all that wish to receive them, regardless of economic standing or resources.  This year officially marks the 114th year of existence for BMS, and we can't wait to show you what's up next.  Onward!