Now in its sixth decade, our popular RiverArts Music Program pairs students with instructors who are among the metropolitan area’s finest musicians. Our goal is to make private instruction convenient, affordable, and accessible. Lessons take place during after-school hours and weekends at the Hastings-on-Hudson Public Schools, Dobbs Ferry Lutheran Church, and other Rivertowns locations.
With our faculty of over 30 professional musicians, we serve more than 250 adults and children each year. We also present performance opportunities at various times throughout the year.
We offer instruction for the following instruments:
WINDS & BRASS
- Flute
- Clarinet
- Oboe
- Saxophone
- Bassoon
- Trumpet
- Trombone
- Tuba
- Euphonium
GUITAR & PERCUSSION
- Guitar
- Mandolin
- Bass
- Drums
- Harmonica
STRINGS & HARP
- Violin
- Viola
- Cello
- Double Bass
- Harp
PIANO & VOICE
- Piano
- Voice
Semester Information
The year is divided into three semesters, Fall, Spring, and Summer. The Fall and Spring semesters consist of 15 weekly lessons each, with several makeup weeks scheduled at the end. The Summer semester is shorter, and the number of weeks vary depending upon space availability. During the school year, classes are held on all days that school is in session, including half-days, and also on Superintendent’s Conference Days. When school is closed, including snow days, no music lessons are given. Adult lesson times are coordinated with the instructor.
Fees & Registration
Private lesson fees per 15-week session are due at the beginning of the semester.
30 min – $600
45 min – $825
60 min – $1,050
Additional Fees:
Processing Fee
Partial scholarships are available upon request.
Contact Information
Contact: Maureen Kelly, Music Program Director
Email: MusicProgram@riverarts.org
Phone:Â (914) 412-5120
