Lessons, Classes, and Camps

Music education for every age, instrument, and season.

Summer Programs

Keyboard Prep Primer | Ages 8-11 >

An introduction to piano and keyboard for ages 8–11, combining ear training, solfege, note reading, and ensemble play through the certified Harmony Road Music Program. No music experience required!

Ages: Ages 8 to 11
When: First 4 Sundays in August at 11am
Status: Registration opens June 26th!

Young Musician Primer | Ages 6-8 >

Young Musician Primer gives total beginners a taste of what musical study looks and feels like. Through singing, ear training, note reading, and keyboard play, children begin building their musical skills in a fun, supportive group setting. Parents participate in every class, making it easy to encourage and reinforce learning at home.

Ages: Ages 6 to 8
When: First 4 Sundays in August at 10am
Status: Registration opens June 26th!

Hello Music | Ages 3-4 >

Music Is Calling — Say Hello! A lively introduction to music for three and four-year-olds, blending movement, singing, percussion, and keyboard play through the Harmony Road Music Program.

Ages: Ages 3-4
When: First 4 Sundays in August at 9am
Status: Registration opens June 26th!

Young Musicians’ Vocal Academy >

Over the course of this two-week camp, students will gain important skills in vocal performance and receive musical training, which will prepare them for future musical theatre group and solo singing.

Ages: Ages 10-15
When: June 29 to July 10 | 9am-3pm
Status: Still open until June 22!

Adult Vocal Intensive Workshop  >

Explore daily breath clinics, ear training, and sight reading sessions. Dedicated independent rehearsal time is provided for participants to grow their vocal range. Vocalists of all experience levels are welcome and encouraged to participate, though a basic understanding of music-reading fundamentals is required.

Ages: Ages 18+
When: July 18 and July 19, and July 25- Tuesday July 28 | 9am-5pm daily
Status: Registration open until July 6th!

Private Lessons >

Crowden offers expert-led private lessons for Violin, Viola, Cello, Guitar, Flute, Double Bass, Piano and Composition.

Ages: Ages 6 to Adult
When: Rolling enrollment year-round subject to teacher availability
Status: Fall registration is open!

Adult Chamber Music Workshop >

Crowden’s five-day intensive workshop combines daily coachings and master classes with time for independent practice.

Ages: Ages 18+ (open to rising college freshmen and older)
When: July 29 to August 2
Status: Registration is closed. We hope to see you next year!

Chamber Music Workshop >

Develop ensemble playing skills through the study and performance of the world’s greatest chamber music masterworks!

Ages: Ages 14 to 19
When: July 13 to 24
Status: Registration is closed. We hope to see you next year!

John Adams Young Composers Program Workshop >

A creative workshop for young composers of all levels, students will compose a suite of miniatures for voice and piano. Our accomplished faculty and guest artists provide guidance and feedback as participants refine their work. The camp culminates in a public performance of student works by professional musicians.

Ages: Ages 8 to 18
When: July 13 to 23
Status: Registration is closed. We hope to see you next year!

Summer Strings >

Spend two fun weeks in our camp designed for beginning- to intermediate-level violin, viola, and cello players! Complete beginners are welcome.

Ages: Ages 7 to 12
When: June 15 to 26
Status: Registration is closed. We hope to see you next year!

Young Musicians’ Chamber Music Academy >

Intermediate- to advanced-level string players deepen their ensemble playing experience in this intensive two-week workshop.

Ages: Ages 10-15
When: June 29 - July 10
Status: Registration is closed. We hope to see you next year!

Scrape Squawk and Bang: An Instrumental Discovery Camp >

This week-long camp is a wonderful way to introduce your child to one of the most popular beginning instruments

Ages: Ages 5 to 9
When: When: June 8 to 12
Status: Registration is closed. We hope to see you next year!

Fall Programs

Fall Registration Opens June 15

NEW Adult Beginning Guitar | Group Class >

That guitar in the corner has been waiting long enough. This supportive small-group class gives adults a structured, low-pressure place to start. Guiding you through technique, chords, rhythm, and songs, you'll build lasting skills and musical confidence — no prior experience required.

Ages: Ages 18+
When: Fall, Winter, and Spring Sessions
Status: Fall registration is open!

Beginning Cello | Small Group Class >

Few instruments can match the warmth and depth of the cello. This small-group class is for beginners to discover what it actually feels like to play one.

Ages: Ages 7 to 18
When: Fall and Spring sessions
Status: Fall registration is open!

Violin | Private Lessons >

Private violin lessons at Crowden School develop strong musicianship, fluency in reading, and dynamic control across a wide range of repertoire, supporting confident and independent playing.

Ages: Ages 6 to Adult
When: Rolling enrollment year-round subject to teacher availability
Status: Fall registration is open!

Guitar | Private Lessons >

Private guitar lessons at Crowden School support technical development, musical versatility, and stylistic awareness through personalized instruction tailored to each student.

Ages: Ages 6 to Adult
When: Rolling enrollment year-round subject to teacher availability
Status: Fall registration is open!

Double Bass | Private Lessons >

Double bass lessons at Crowden School focus on foundational technique, rhythmic clarity, and tonal strength, helping students build confidence and control across the instrument.

Ages: Ages 6 to Adult
When: Rolling enrollment year-round subject to teacher availability
Status: Fall registration is open!

Composition | Private Lessons >

Composition lessons at Crowden School develop each student’s musical voice through guided exploration of structure, harmony, and form, helping students translate ideas into original work with clarity and intention.

Ages: Ages 6 to Adult
When: Rolling enrollment year-round subject to teacher availability
Status: Fall registration is open!

Piano | Private Lessons >

Private piano lessons at Crowden School develop strong musicianship, fluency in reading, and dynamic control across a wide range of repertoire, supporting confident and independent playing.

Ages: Ages 6 to Adult
When: Rolling enrollment year-round subject to teacher availability
Status: Fall registration is open!

Flute | Private Lessons >

Flute study at Crowden School refines breath control, tone clarity, and articulation through focused, one-on-one instruction, supporting clear and expressive playing.

Ages: Ages 6 to Adult
When: Rolling enrollment year-round subject to teacher availability
Status: Fall registration is open!

Cello | Private Lessons >

Cello study at Crowden School emphasizes tone production, phrasing, and expressive depth, supported by personalized instruction that strengthens both technique and musical confidence.

Ages: Ages 6 to Adult
When: Rolling enrollment year-round subject to teacher availability
Status: Fall registration is open!

Viola | Private Lessons >

Viola lessons at Crowden School cultivate a rich, resonant tone and a nuanced approach to phrasing. Through focused one-on-one instruction, students develop both technical control and musical precision.

Ages: Ages 6 to Adult
When: Rolling enrollment year-round subject to teacher availability
Status: Fall registration is open!

Suzuki Strings >

Rooted in the Suzuki philosophy that every child can learn to play beautifully, this program pairs weekly individual lessons with group classes to build technique, musicianship, and a lifelong love of strings.

Ages: Ages 3 & older, with parents*
Status: Fall registration opens July 1 (new) or July 15 (returning)

Beginning Ukulele | Small Group Class >

Tiny instrument, huge personality. Ready to strum? In our small-group beginning ukulele classes, students develop a strong foundation for a lifetime of musical enjoyment, learning, and play.

Ages: Ages 4 to 9
When: Fall and Spring sessions
Status: Fall registration is open!

Beginning Violin | Small Group Class >

All instruments make music. The violin makes magic. In our small group beginning violin classes, students develop a strong foundation for a lifetime of musical enjoyment, learning, and play.

Ages: Ages 7 to 18
When: Fall and Spring sessions
Status: Fall registration is open!

Private Lessons >

Crowden offers expert-led private lessons for Violin, Viola, Cello, Guitar, Flute, Double Bass, Piano and Composition.

Ages: Ages 6 to Adult
When: Rolling enrollment year-round subject to teacher availability
Status: Fall registration is open!

Adult Chamber Music >

Chamber music is conversation — find your voice among others who speak the language.

Ages: Ages 18 & older (open to those who have completed at least one year of college or have been out of high school for 1+ years)
When: Fall, Winter, and Spring Sessions
Status: Fall registration is open from June 15 to July 18

John Adams Young Composers Program >

The John Adams Young Composers Program was founded in honor of Pulitzer Prize-winning composer John Adams — a longtime Crowden collaborator — on the occasion of his 60th birthday. With a faculty of dedicated professional composers, a rich network of performing musicians and ensembles, and an alumni roster that speaks for itself, the program offers an unmatched launching pad for young artists ready for expert individual guidance and real-world experience.

Ages: Ages 12 to 18
When: Fall and Spring Semesters
Status: Fall registration is open!

Youth Chamber Music >

Crowden's Youth Chamber Music program offers advanced string players and pianists the chance to study and perform the world's greatest repertoire under the guidance of renowned faculty. Students gain a deeper understanding of timbre, texture, balance, expression, technique, and interpretation, while strengthening their listening, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Ages: Ages 14 to 18
When: Fall trimester | September 8, 2026 to December 8, 2026
Status: Fall registration is open from June 15 to July 31

Chamber Orchestra >

Playing together changes everything. Crowden's Chamber Orchestra instills in young string players the skills, repertoire, and joy of making music as one. In the Chamber Orchestra, students learn to follow a conductor and engage with a variety of high quality repertoire.

Ages: Ages: 9 to 12
When: September 1 to June 1
Status: Fall registration opens July 1 (new) or July 15 (returning)

Music Fundamentals >

Where little ones fall in love with music. Children discover musical building blocks and develop elements of collaborative music making in a delightful, interactive setting.

Ages: Ages 3 to 6
When: Fall and Spring Sessions
Status: Fall registration is open!

Beginning Piano | Small Group Class >

Twelve keys. One curious kid. Your child’s musical story starts here. In our small-group piano classes, children discover the joy of making music while developing a strong foundation for a lifetime of musical enjoyment, learning, and play.

Ages: Ages 6 to 8
When: Fall and Spring Sessions
Status: Fall registration is open!

ENROLLMENT TIMELINE

Suzuki Strings

FALL ONLY

Chamber Music

ROLLING

Private Lessons

ROLLING

Group Classes

Nov 12 - 20

Summer Camps

Jan 30 - Mar 15

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