Two 2-Week Sessions for students entering grades 1-9

Donna Elaine and Rie Matsumoto, Co-directors

Session 1: July 7 – 18, 2025 | Session 2: July 21 – August 1, 2025
Students may join for one or both sessions (partial sessions are unavailable).

Morning, Afternoon, and Full-Day Options | Early Drop-Off and Late Pick-Up Available

Register now and pay deposit – Early-bird discounts available until April 4

Give your child a summer filled with creativity, fun, and learning at the Hoff-Barthelson Music School! Our Summer Arts Program offers a vibrant mix of music, movement, and visual arts in a welcoming, supportive environment. Whether exploring a new instrument, diving into different art forms, or building performance skills, each student will have a personalized experience designed to spark their imagination and help them grow as artists while forming lasting friendships.

Our exceptional faculty — made up of top teaching artists — provide personalized attention to each student.

What We Offer:
Group Lessons in Strings, Winds, Brass, Guitar, Piano, and Percussion • Piano as a Second Instrument • Creative Keyboard • Chorus • Simple Symphony • Orchestra • Wind Ensemble • Jazz Band • Crossroads Ensemble • Chamber Music and Piano Ensembles • World Drumming • Chimes • Music and Movement • Reading, Writing and Listening – Building Music Literacy • Creative Rhythm • Composer’s Corner • Music History Through the Ages • Music Technology • Visual Arts

Celebrating Creativity
At the end of each session, we’ll host fun, lively performances where students can showcase what they’ve learned! Join us on Fridays, July 18 and August 1, at 10:30 AM for morning classes and 1:30 PM for afternoon classes.

How to Register

Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis. Early registration is encouraged!

To secure your spot, each student must submit a non-refundable deposit of $150 upon registration.

Step 1: Select the option that you would like (Morning, Afternoon or Full Day) and register here. This includes paying your $150 deposit. Please note that the deposit amount is the same regardless of which program option you select and the number of sessions you will attend.

Step 2: Once you have registered, you’ll receive a questionnaire where you can specify the number of sessions you plan to attend and select the classes in which you are interested. You will be invoiced for tuition based on the number of sessions you will attend. Not sure which to choose? We’ll be happy to guide you! Email us here.

Step 3: To ensure appropriate class placement, we request a brief video showcasing your child’s current skill level on each instrument they’ll be learning. This video should be 30 seconds to 2 minutes in duration. Videos are not necessary for beginning instrumentalists and choral singers. You can record the videos using a cell phone; professional quality is not expected. Memorization is also not required. The Questionnaire provides instructions for how to share your video(s).

REGISTER Now and pay deposit – Early-bird discounts available until April 4

Tuition per Two-Week Session

A deposit of $150 per student is required at the time of registration; $100 is a non-refundable registration fee. Registrations received after May 19, 2025, are subject to a $100 surcharge. The balance of tuition is due by May 19, 2025; after this date, tuition is non-refundable.  Class schedules will not be held for anyone with a balance due. Tuition includes music, art materials, and a T-shirt. 

Partial need-based financial aid available. Learn more here.

Need to rent an instrument? Check out the list of suppliers in our Student Handbook.

Questions? Contact us at summerarts@hbms.org or 914-383-6259.

Photos by Mark Jessamy and Steven Schnur