Registration Information

BMS offers annual registration on a 36-week calendar year for private lessons in all major instruments. We also offer a variety of Group Classes and Ensembles for both the academic year and fall/spring semesters for students of all ages and abilities. Enrollment is based on the sessions below. Our registrar team is here to field inquiries and answer any questions you may have about registration, financial aid, and enrollment periods. Email them at registrar@brooklynmusicschool.org or call them at (718)-290-2760.


sessions

BMS Private Lessons (Academic Year) - 9/4/2025 - 6/20/2026

Group Classes/Ensembles Fall Semester: 9/4/2024 - 2/1/2026

Group Classes/Ensembles Spring Semester: 2/2/2026 - 6/20/2025

ARY Fall Semester - 9/8/2025 - 1/29/2026

          ARY Spring Semester - 2/2/2026 - 6/25/2026


Private Lessons

Private Lesson Registration Process 

  1.  Click here to enroll in a trial lesson. 

  2. If you have questions or would like guidance in finding the right private lesson teacher for you, fill out this form, and we will get back to you. 

  3. More questions? Call our front desk at (718)-290-2760.

Private Lesson Tuition

Term Length - 36 weeks

Duration Options - 30 minutes, 45 minutes, 60 minutes

Prices:

30 minute -  per lesson: $76 annual: $2736

45 minute - per lesson: $100, annual: $3600

60 minute - per lesson: $116, annual: $4176

Trial Lessons

Students who want to be sure that private lessons are the right fit have the option to enroll and pay for a trial lesson before committing to a full term. Payment is required to complete trial lesson registration, and once the trial is booked, it can be refunded or rebooked with 24 hours’ notice. Same-day cancellations or missed trial lessons are non-refundable.

Enrolling in Private Lessons includes the following services: 

  • Bi-annual progress reports written by the student’s private lesson teacher to indicate areas of strength and growth to better assist the student’s musical journey.

  • The option to participate in monthly recitals in the BMS Playhouse, developing performance experience and presenting new repertoire to friends and family. This environment fosters community amongst our students and inspires students to continue their commitment to performing arts.

  • The opportunity to perform in large annual events, such as the Spring Spectacular, Holiday Spectacular, Women’s History Month Concert, and more!

  • All private lesson students are eligible for a significant discount on ensembles (see below for discount information). Participating in ensembles is a great way for students to collaborate musically and translate their solo practice into a group setting. Ensembles include: string orchestra, youth orchestra, jazz bands, rock bands, choir, woodwind quintet, adult motown, adult funk fusion, adult jazz and rock bands, adult vocal jazz ensemble, and more.


Group Classes and Ensembles

Group Classes and Ensembles registration process

Self-registration is available for

We offer one trial group class for early childhood, ensembles, and adult programming. If interested in ensembles, please fill out the corresponding form, and we'll work to get you set up in a band.

*We do not offer trial classes for after-school (ARY) or camp. 


Financial Aid

Brooklyn Music School (BMS) is happy to offer tuition assistance ranging from 10% to 30% for eligible students. Financial aid awards are determined by assessing the applicant's income, expenses, and any exceptional circumstances, with the actual amount subject to the availability of resources. It's important to understand that financial assistance cannot be combined with any other type of involvement or service provided to or for BMS.

All qualifying individuals who complete the application process will receive an aid award, and we encourage all to apply. 


Fees

  • Each student, new and continuing, must pay a $40 registration fee every school year, September through August.

  • Missed payments will result in a $35 late fee after a 10-day grace period.

  • Late Pickup Fee (After School (ARY) and Camps): $20 after 15 minutes, every additional 5 minutes incurs $5 added to the base $20 fee.


Payment Options, Discounts, and Disclaimers

Payment Plan Information

  • The first installment of the payment plan is due at the time of registration.

  • Monthly payments are prorated based on when you register.

  • Each month, you are charged for the number of classes you are enrolled in for that month.

Pay in Full Information

  • Complete tuition is paid for at the beginning of the semester, which features an 8% discount on tuition.

Discounts

  • 10% sibling discount - Siblings of enrolled students are eligible for a 10% discount off the lower-priced offering. If interested, please reach out to the registrar’s office at registrar@brooklynmusicschool.org or call them at (718)-290-2760.

  • 10% Senior Discount - for ages 65+

  • Private Lesson Pay in Full discount - 8% off

  • Youth Private Lesson Students are quality for a 100% discount on ensembles

  • Adult students receive a 50% discount on 60-minute ensembles and a 33% discount on 90-minute ensembles.

Terms & Conditions

REFUNDS AND CREDITS 

All refund requests must be submitted in writing to the Registrar's Office at  registrar@brooklynmusicschool.org.  Refunds or credits will be issued upon written notice of withdrawal, based upon the following terms: 

General Programming

  • For withdrawals before the first class, a processing fee of 7% of the total tuition will be deducted. 

  • For withdrawals after the first class, there will be no refund. However,  BMS will issue a 100% credit of tuition for classes that are remaining  after the date of written notice.

  • Credit is not issued for classes that were not attended. 

  • All BMS credit is transferable to other parties

  • Credit is valid 365 days after the original date of processing

  • Credit cannot be redeemed for cash

  • Registration fees are non refundable

Summer Camp

  • For withdrawals before the first class, a processing fee of 30% of the total tuition will be deducted. 

  • All other General Programming terms apply

LATE FEES

If payments are late, customers will be reminded via email and given a 10 day grace period to make the missed payment.  If the payment is not completed within the 10 days, a late fee of $35 will be applied to the bill.

After 3 missed payments, classes and lessons will be put on hold until a payment is made and a payment plan has been approved by the Registrar Coordinator.

COURSE CANCELLATION 

Brooklyn Music School reserves the right to cancel any class due to  insufficient enrollment. If a class is cancelled, a prorated refund for the remaining sessions will be issued. 

In the event a course is cancelled, students will be notified and given the opportunity to transfer to another class. In some cases BMS may shorten an hour-long group class to 45 minutes if the class does not meet the minimum enrollment. When the class length is reduced, tuition would remain the same, as the class would be semi-private and students would benefit from more individualized instruction.

SNOW DAYS OR FORCE MAJEURE 

BMS bases its school cancellations on the NYC Public School system. Therefore, if NYC public schools close, or are let out early due to inclement weather or any other reason, BMS will also close.  BMS will try its best to find opportunities for make-up classes, although we cannot guarantee that there will be a make-up for any classes that are cancelled due to weather or force majeure. For BMS classes and programs that do not follow the DOE calendar, BMS reserves the right to cancel under the same circumstances and to reschedule at times convenient for students and faculty.

MAKE-UP LESSONS 

Instructor Absences:  

All lessons that are canceled by the Instructor will be made up. Students also have the option of working with a substitute instructor.  Payments MUST be made for all missed lessons. No refunds are issued for Instructor Absences.  

Student Absences: 

As a courtesy to the instructor, we require 24 hours advance notice for excused absences. The instructor and Registrar Team should be contacted to ensure that all appropriate parties are notified. THREE (3) excused absences are permitted for the entire Academic Year.  The instructor and student will coordinate a day and time for excused absences to be made up. 

If less than 24 hours advance notice is given before an absence, the absence will be considered unexcused, and the lesson will be forfeit.  In cases of last minute emergencies or illnesses, a make-up can be given at the instructor's  discretion. 

No refunds are issued for Student Absences, either excused or unexcused.  Students cannot make up missed make-up lessons.  Make-up lessons do not roll over to the next academic year.


BMS SCHOOL POLICY 

The Brooklyn Music School reserves the right to discontinue the enrollment  of any student who: 

  • misses THREE (3) consecutive lessons without notifying the instructor, or the Registrar Team 

  • has a pattern of absences 

  • is consistently tardy, 

  • is disrespectful of other BMS students and/or BMS Faculty and Staff.

PERSONAL PROPERTY/ LOST & FOUND

BMS is not responsible for personal property lost, or damaged, on our premises. A Lost & Found collection area is maintained, so if a student believes that property has been lost on school premises, they should contact the Registrar Team.  Items remaining in the Lost & Found for more than one month will be discarded.

ADMINISTRATIVE FEES

Each student (new and continuing) must pay a $40.00 registration fee every school year (September through August). 

There will be a $35 charge for any check returned by the bank.  All major credit cards and checks are accepted.  The school reserves the right to dismiss any students who do not comply with its payment policies.