OLIVER CAHNMAN (18)
Carnegie Hall Debut Performance 2023
House of Beethoven (Level 3) Student
Student of Jeffrey Panko, Francisco Ybarra

K-12 Program
@ New Music School

The New Music School Program utilizes a robust five-level curriculum, combining private study, chamber music, and theory/ear training. Our program challenges and grows with students; whether they are picking up an instrument for the first time or are looking to enter the most prestigious music conservatories in the world.

New Music School’s curriculum provides a seamless path toward musical excellence. Each House helps to track each students achievements. In order to complete each house, students fulfill requirements in performance, repertoire, musicianship, & technique.

The Curriculum Houses*

Level 1
House of Bach
Beginning

Levels 2-3
House of Mozart, Beethoven
College Preparatory

Level 4
House of Ravel
Undergraduate Expectations

Level 5
House of Glass
Graduate  Expectations
Artist Development & Management

*All students participating in the curriculum houses levels 1-4 are grades K-12, unless an exception is made for students under the age of 23. House of Glass students can be any age.

ANTONIO POMPA-BALDI Concert Pianist Artistic Advisor to Lang Lang International Music Foundation Head of Piano, Cleveland Institute of Music

“Over the course of my many visits to New Music School, I witnessed students at a level that was truly inspiring. I believe New Music School provides the right environment to cultivate talent and allows students to reach their fullest potential.”

ANTONIO POMPA-BALDI
Concert Pianist
Artistic Advisor to
Lang Lang International Music Foundation
Head of Piano, Cleveland Institute of Music

The NMS Student
Experience includes:

  • SEMESTER STRUCTURE

    SEMESTER STRUCTURE

    Fall Semester
    16 Weeks
    August 25 - December 21, 2024
    · Performance Jury
    · Departmental Recital

    Spring Semester
    16 Weeks
    January 5 - May 3, 2025
    · Performance Jury
    · Departmental Recital

    Summer Semester 1
    8 Weeks
    May 4 - June 28, 2025

    Summer Semester 2
    Up to 8 Weeks
    June 29 - August 23, 2025

  • WEEKLY EXPERIENCES

    WEEKLY

    Private Lessons
    Theory (in-person or online option)
    Ear-Training (online)

  • MONTHLY OPPORTUNITIES (INCLUDED)

    MONTHLY OPPORTUNITIES

    Classes
    Studio Classes
    Performance Classes
    Masterclasses

    Recitals
    Studio
    Departmentals
    Showcase
    Individual Student Recital
    Chamber Music
    Concerto Recital with String Quintet

    Mini-Residencies
    with Concert Performing Artists
    · Private Lessons
    · Masterclasses
    · Private Recital for NMS Community

    Performance Attendance
    NMS Goes to the Orchestra
    NMS Goes to Ravinia
    Opportunities to meet Performing Artists

    Competitions
    In-House
    National & International

Starting at NMS

At New Music School, our priority is teacher-student relationship. Once you are ready to join, we will set up an initial private lesson with a recommended teacher, based on the information provided via this form and our discussion over the phone. After the initial lesson, you will have the opportunity to enroll in the curriculum program and/or try a different teacher until we find the right fit.

Beginning Students
Students who have been studying for less than 3 years will be placed with one of our foundational level faculty for lessons.

Intermediate Students 
Students who have been studying for 3-6 years will be placed with an instructor after discussions with our admissions coordinator, and review of the form submitted. Intermediate students will complete a placement jury at the end of their first semester to determine their curriculum house placement.

Advanced Students
Students who are at an advanced level will audition to study with an NMS artist or master level instructor based on their audition. Audition requirements are sent after we have discussed your student and their instrumental experience. Please fill the form out thoroughly.

We look forward to welcoming you to our school and encourage any questions.  Feel free to call +13126121969 with any questions when submitting the form for joining NMS. If you would prefer to email directly, you can do so at join@newmusicschool.com and our admissions coordinator will get back to you.

Student Inquiry Form