Third Street Music School Settlement

Third Street Music School Settlement changes lives and its community by providing access to world‐class music and arts instruction to students of all ages and backgrounds, regardless of ability or economic circumstances. Celebrating 120 years of service, Third Street is the oldest community music school in the nation and proudly gives tribute to its settlement house roots with access and excellence programs that enable more than 75% of its students to receive financial aid or participate in tuition-free instruction and enrichment programs. The depth and breadth of Third Street’s programs has earned it a reputation for excellence in teaching and learning that attracts students from all over the New York area. Located on East 11th Street in the heart of the East Village, Third Street offers early childhood programs including a music-centered preschool; after‐school, Saturday and summer programs for children and teens; as well as daytime and evening programs for adults. It also provides instruction through more than 25 school & community partnerships and a year‐round schedule of free‐to‐the‐public performances.