COFA is a Nonprofit 501C3 organization in New Jersey, founded to provide equitable training in the arts to students regardless of their economic placement.
We are dedicated to obtaining high-quality instructors and connections to professional careers.
05/16/2026
Per demand, COFA’s drumming workshop returns for a Part 2! On Wednesday, June 17, join us at 5:30 PM for an exciting, hands-on drum session for young musicians!
For $25, participants ages 7+ can explore rhythm, technique, and have a blast making music together! All participants are welcome, regardless of participation in the first session.
For more information, contact [email protected].
05/04/2026
On Wednesday, May 13, join us at 5:30 PM for an exciting, hands-on drum session for young musicians! For $25, participants ages 7+ can explore rhythm, technique, and have a blast making music together!
For more information, contact [email protected].
04/27/2026
🎼 COFA Music Theory Exam Training 🎼
COFA's music theory exam training will help your child build strong musical skills and prepare for an internationally recognized music theory certification.
We are now accepting students for our May cohort — the last cohort for Spring 2026!
📅 Wednesdays | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Starting May 6
📝 Registration ends May 4
Program Highlights:
✨ Intensive exam training
✨ Official certification opportunity
✨ Internationally recognized music theory exam
Student pre-test required.
For more information, contact:
[email protected]
Limited spaces available — enroll today!
Blue Envelope Campaign—— #4!
Last but not least, Arsh and Atharv take us through what they think is special about COFA!
This interview is the last one of the student interviews, but we will be posting interviews with our amazing teachers, Sandra Huff and Hekuran Beluli, very soon. Stay tuned for more about COFA!
04/20/2026
[Spring Vocal Workshop Update!]
COFA has been requested to perform in New York City, so the free workshop is now open to all students (whether old or new), pending auditions!
Students of this workshop will work with established singers and vocal coaches Sandra Huff and Hekuran Beluli. This is an exciting opportunity that should not be missed. Think your child has what it takes? Contact us at [email protected] to try out for this free vocal workshop!
Blue Envelope Interviews—— #3!
Chinmay and Kashvi take us through what they feel is special about COFA!
Blue Envelope Interviews—— #2!
This week, Nysha and Prisha are talking about the favorite things they learned at the Conservatory of Fine Arts!
Blue Envelope Interviews—— #1!
During the Blue Envelope Campaign Livestream last Friday, we interviewed our student performers. Now, we are ready to start sharing what they have to say!
Hear what Yuvir and Gracie like the most about attending music lessons at the Conservatory of Fine Arts.
08/09/2025
It’s that time of year everyone where we look for the greatest interns that New Jersey has to offer! Are you a star waiting to shine? COFA is looking for great talent with a willingness to learn and grow. Out interns leave job ready. Join us if you are willing to stretch yourself and become more than you imagined.
07/02/2025
COFA's 2025 Summer Music Program will be from July 7 to August 1. Classes will be from 4-7 PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Please find more information and registration details on our website: https://www.conservatoryoffineartsnj.org/summer-camp
We would like to thank our sponsors, HealthierJC. Funding for this program was made possible through the Jersey City Department of Health & Human Services.
| Monday | 2pm - 7pm |
| Tuesday | 2pm - 7pm |
| Wednesday | 2pm - 7pm |
| Thursday | 2pm - 7pm |
| Friday | 2pm - 7pm |
| Saturday | 8am - 11am |
