Transforming lives through music

See a concert. Take a class. Connect through music.

Our Belief
Music is essential to the human experience and a vital component of education for everyone.

Mission
Kaufman Music Center stimulates appreciation of and participation in music through music performance and education in ways that awaken creativity, advance innovation and create a sense of wonder among performers, students, teachers and the public at large.

At Kaufman Music Center, music lovers - from curious fans to renowned performers - come together to explore their musical passions. Founded in 1952 as a community music school, today’s Kaufman Music Center is home to:

Merkin Hall
Enlightening, adventurous performances for all audiences

Lucy Moses School
NYC's largest community arts school - all ages and skill levels are welcome!

Special Music School
NYC's only K-12 public school that teaches music as a core subject

Face the Music
Kaufman Music Center's groundbreaking youth new music program

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