Summer Music & Dance Institute at BMS

The BMS Summer Music & Dance Institute provides children ages 5 - 8 with a broad introduction to music and dance through affordable and creative summer programming. BMS' seven week program is packed with creativity, fun, and new friendships. The Institute is from 8 AM - 3:30 PM with an extended day option (6 pm).

This is the "best-kept-secret" for an affordable and enriching experience for Brooklyn kids, and is designed so that families can choose one week or all seven weeks, to accommodate other summer travel plans. Students get exposed to learning new instruments from BMS's world-class music faculty, learn new dance moves from our dance teachers, and put it all together in performances in the famous BMS theater.

Summer Music and Dance Institute Classes

Depending on the week, the Summer Music and Dance Institute offers students classes in Musical Theater, African Drums, Contemporary Dance, Music FUNdamentals, Drum Rhythmology, Piano, Violin, Ukulele, Guitar, Hip Hop Dance, and more.

For students ages 9-12, learn about our Summer Intensives here!

Summer 2023 Dates: July 10 through August 18

 

Summer Memories

Class sizes are kept small and based on age and previous training. With a staff of talented performers with a passion for kids, this can be a great introduction that leads to more formal instruction in a group or private setting during the school year.

Program hours are 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with an extended day option to 6:00 p.m. for an additional fee.

important info

Costs and Fees

  • Fees for the rest of the Summer Institute: $525/week

  • Regular Day Late/Extended Fees

    • Extended Day Rates SI 2023

      • $32 per day

      • $160 per week

    • Late Fee Regular Day

      • $15 if not picked up by 4:00pm

    • Late Fee Extended Day

      • $15 if not picked up by 6:15pm

refund policy

  • Refunds for the Summer Program cannot be given after June 5th.

  • Refunds prior to June 5 will be deducted by 30% of the tuition cost.

  • Registration fees are non-refundable.

Frequently Asked Questions

How old does my child have to be to register for the Brooklyn Music School Summer Music & Dance Institute? Children ages 5 - 8 can register for the Brooklyn Music School’s Summer Music and Dance Institute. For children ages 9 - 12, we have our Summer Intensives. 

What time is drop off? Drop off is between 8:00am- 9:00am.

Do I have to register for every week of the Summer Institute? No. You do not have to register for every week. You may select the weeks you would like to register for.

What is the student to staff ratio? Every group holds a maximum of 15 students. Each group has 2 counselors, 3 music mentors, and 1 instructor during instructional hours.

Will my child be behind in class if he/she begins in the middle of summer? No. Our curriculum is organized so that any students registered to begin in the middle of summer will have a smooth transition. Each week students learn new material to build upon anything taught in the previous weeks. All courses are introductory.

How late can I register for extended day? It is recommended to register for extended day before the start of your child’s first day. You may also register for extended day the day of. Just remember, the cost is $30/day for extended day.

What should my child bring each day? Please refer to Summer Parent Handbook.

Can I request that my child be placed with his/her friend(s)? Yes. You may request that your child be placed with his/her friend.

The request must be mutual, and e-mailed to Adriane Haye at ahaye@brooklynmusicschool.org. Please note that some requests may not be granted due to the group size limitations.

Does my child have to bring his/her own instruments? Students are not required to bring their own instrument. We supply instruments for students to use while here.

Will lunch be provided? Lunch will not be provided. Please pack a daily lunch and snack for your child. 

Will there be air conditioning in the building? Every classroom will be equipped with air conditioning.