Class Program: Community Music School
BKCM Summer Jazz Camp
Open to: Winds, Brass, Percussion, Piano, Strings,Voice, Guitar and Bass. Auditions are required. See below for more details. Let’s jam and improvise this summer! This camp is all about playing. Each day of camp is filled with ensemble rehearsals, masterclasses, workshops, jazz theory and performances. Students advance their skills playing several hours each day and…
BKCM Youth Orchestras
String Ensemble – Perfect for the beginning to intermediate reader with at least three years of study on their instrument, this intro-level Youth Orchestra teaches the basics of orchestral skills. Students build confidence and have fun playing in harmony, following a conductor, and reading simple and exciting melodies and rhythms. The goal is for every…
Beginner Guitar for Adults
Description Open to students who are completely new to the guitar or have had minimal prior experience, this small group class gives students helpful resources to learn simple chords and melodies at a relaxed pace. Students learn how to coordinate their hands and finger and switch from one chord to the next in rhythm while…
Composition Club
This class will ignite students’ imaginations while exploring concepts such as theme, variation, song-form and orchestration. Students interact with online notation software to edit their own scores, and are encouraged to experiment and compose at home. No prior experience in composition is necessary for this class, but it is required that students have experience playing…
Chamber Music Program
Follow these links to apply: Students as young as 9 years old through adults, who have experience reading music and performing on piano, strings, woodwinds, brass or voice are invited to join a chamber ensemble, Each ensemble is supported by a professional coach and rehearses weekly, playing repertoire that includes a variety of genres and…
Jazz Lab (Adults)
Description Jazz Lab (Intro Level): Adult students who are completely new to Jazz or want to refresh their understanding of the basics of jazz are welcome to join this intro class. Students explore the basic modes for improvising, gain familiarity with the blues form, and develop an understanding of how to improvise over chord changes.…
Beginner Piano For Adults
Description This class is open to students who are either completely new to the piano or have limited prior experience. In a relaxed, small-group setting, students orient their fingers on the keyboard and explore notation, pitch and rhythm. Students learn how to coordinate their fingers in time, while learning chords and familiar melodies. Instructors advise…
Brooklyn Conservatory Chorale
Registration Information Auditions are required to join BCC. Please email Conrad Chu at conrad.chu@bkcm.org to schedule a time. Auditions will be held by appointment only. Please call 718-622-3300 to speak to one of our registrars who will guide you through the registration process and answer any questions you might have. Financial aid is available for qualifying students. To…
Guitar Ensemble
Description Multiple guitars create a unique sonic experience when they combine harmony, melody and rhythm. This ensemble will improve students’ sight-reading, chord knowledge and technique. Students read standard notation and explore a diverse repertoire including classical, pop and jazz selections. Guitarists who are ready for a group experience learn valuable ensemble skills such as blend,…
Global Beats
Description: The Global Beats program is an opportunity to connect with the rich history and culture of various musical traditions from around the globe. Through call and response, language, repetition and layers, students at any level, from beginner to advanced, receive guidance from masters of the tradition. No prior experience in music is required, just…