New School of Music

New School of Music A friendly, inclusive neighborhood music school welcoming students of all ages and all levels. Connecting our community note by note since 1976.

Always wanted to play the piano? Now is your chance! Adult Group Piano is designed for students with little or no prior ...
09/03/2026

Always wanted to play the piano? Now is your chance! Adult Group Piano is designed for students with little or no prior piano experience. In a relaxed and supportive group setting, you'll learn the fundamentals of keyboard geography, note reading, rhythm, technique, and music theory.

Introducing our Early Music Ensemble!Join NSM faculty Anna Griffis and explore the beauty and variety of Medieval, Renai...
09/01/2026

Introducing our Early Music Ensemble!

Join NSM faculty Anna Griffis and explore the beauty and variety of Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque music. Open to strings, recorders, viols, and other instruments suited to early repertoire, this ensemble is geared toward intermediate to advanced adult players. Listen, craft, shape, and share with other early music enthusiasts!

Chamber Music (teens and adults)Open to musicians ages 13+ of any level, any instrument, and any genre, the chamber musi...
08/30/2026

Chamber Music (teens and adults)

Open to musicians ages 13+ of any level, any instrument, and any genre, the chamber music program allows students to grow their musical skills in a small ensemble setting. Coached by members of the NSM faculty, chamber groups have the opportunity to participate in master classes, workshops, and special events, all while exploring new repertoire and ensemble techniques in a social and relaxed atmosphere.

Beginning Group ViolinThis intimate beginning class introduces young children to the violin. Students will learn the fun...
08/28/2026

Beginning Group Violin

This intimate beginning class introduces young children to the violin. Students will learn the fundamentals of this beautiful instrument and engage in skill-building games for note reading, ear training, and ensemble playing. Our group violin classes are small and supportive, with a maximum of seven students in the class!

Beginning Group Piano This small group class introduces children between ages 4-6 to basic keyboard skills in a fun and ...
08/26/2026

Beginning Group Piano

This small group class introduces children between ages 4-6 to basic keyboard skills in a fun and encouraging way. With playful songs, rhythm games, and beginner-friendly activities, students build a strong foundation while enjoying the process of making music. Our group piano classes are kept small and supportive, with no more than five students per class!

NEW: Teen Voice & Guitar Ensemble!Calling all teen and tween singers and guitarists! This fun, collaborative class pairs...
08/24/2026

NEW: Teen Voice & Guitar Ensemble!

Calling all teen and tween singers and guitarists! This fun, collaborative class pairs vocalists and guitarists of similar ages to form musical duos, working together to learn, rehearse, and perform popular songs from today's charts. Interested? Check out newschoolofmusic.org to learn more and register!

Join Training Choir (ages 5-8) or Repertory Chorus (ages 9-17)!With goals to develop music literacy, gain experience wit...
08/22/2026

Join Training Choir (ages 5-8) or Repertory Chorus (ages 9-17)!

With goals to develop music literacy, gain experience with a wide variety of repertoire, foster musical independence, and enrich its members' lives, the Training Choir and Repertory Chorus are great ways to further develop your musicianship- no matter your primary instrument!

Find more information at newschoolofmusic.org!

Proudly announcing the NSM Community Chorus!This is a welcoming, non-auditioned ensemble for adult singers of all experi...
08/20/2026

Proudly announcing the NSM Community Chorus!

This is a welcoming, non-auditioned ensemble for adult singers of all experience levels who enjoy making music in a supportive and engaging environment. Whether you are returning to singing after many years or are discovering choral music for the first time, you are invited to join us!

Take a look at newschoolofmusic.org/ for more information and to register!

Private Lesson registration is now OPEN! From beginners to experienced musicians, our faculty offers personalized instru...
08/18/2026

Private Lesson registration is now OPEN!

From beginners to experienced musicians, our faculty offers personalized instruction designed to help every student thrive! Whether you're new to NSM or long-standing member of our community, head to https://www.newschoolofmusic.org to register!

Are you interested in what else is happening this fall? Stay tuned while we at NSM, sharing all that we have to offer for musicians of all ages and levels!

Address

25 Lowell Street
Cambridge, MA
02138

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 8pm

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+16174928105

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