PARK SLOPE MUSIC LESSONS IS NOW MUSICOLOR METHOD OF PARK SLOPE
Invite a transformative experience through music into your home right here in Park Slope and surrounding neighborhoods.
LOCATIONS SERVED: Boerum Hill, Carroll Gardens, Cobble Hill, Dumbo, Kensington, Park Slope, South Slope, Sunset Park, Windsor Terrace, Williamsburg
Our Story
Hi, I’m Andrew! A Park Slope Dad who’s thought a lot about helping children find their unique gift, or what I like to call, “their thing.”
I discovered music can be a great path for personal development and discovery, even if they never become a professional musician. And there’s now tons of studies proving the brain development benefits of learning an instrument.
But how did I get here? It’s the early 2000s and my son Alejandro is in preschool. It’s a lovely school and yet, I can’t leave the classroom. Alejandro has deep attachment issues. He is so terrified that I have to sit in the corner of the class.
Through the Musicolor Method, we merge playful melodies with pivotal life skills ensuring your child looks forward to every lesson.
Lessons in the familiar surrounds of home mean a relaxed child, optimal for absorbing both music and life skills.
Inculcating values of discipline and routine becomes more effective in a familiar setting, turning daily home routines into learning experiences.
Early introduction to music fosters confidence, helping them express, communicate, and shite even beyond the piano.
By making lessons a joyous home event, we inspire a lifelong curiosity and love for learning.
Find the perfect program for your child
Perfect for children aged 1-4, Penguin Pals is a vibrant and engaging early childhood music class designed to introduce the wonders of music to young learners.
Our unique program combines singing, clapping, movement, and an introduction to the foundational elements of music, all wrapped up in an enjoyable and nurturing environment.
Celebrate the talent of younusicians as they take the stage to share their passion and hard work. More than just a concert, this event helps fund music lessons, instruments, and opportunities for students in need.
Come enjoy great music, support a great cause, and be part of something meaningful!
At Musicolor Method of Park Slope, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to experience the joy and benefits of music education. Beyond learning notes and rhythms, our approach nurtures confidence, focus, creativity, and resilience—skills that last a lifetime.
To make music education accessible to all, we offer need-based scholarships through our growing fund, supported by community donations, events, and merchandise sales. These scholarships provide partial tuition assistance (10% to 70%) for families facing financial challenges. If cost has been a barrier, we encourage you to apply—our simple application process ensures support reaches those who need it most.
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"My daughter has been a student at Park Slope Music Lessons for years and it's been a fabulous experience. Piano has helped provide her with a different approach to thinking and learning and she truly enjoys it. The instructors are fantastic and do an amazing job connecting with each student and tailoring their approach to their individual needs. Thank you so much!"
- Kevin DeNoia
"My daughter has never sought to play music professionally, so her continued commitment to her weekly lessons for 12+ years (even with her busy high school schedule), is a testament to how much she truly enjoys being part of the Park Slope Music Lessons family!"
- Caroline Lee
We recommend all children start with at least 6 months of piano/keyboard. Because it is physically easier to produce sound, and is visually logically laid out, it builds a foundation quickly and makes comprehension faster. This makes transferring to ANY other instrument much quicker, enjoyable and understandable. However, for children above the age of 8 years old, it is possible to start on any instrument, though we highly recommend keyboard as a foundation.
PIANO
VOICE
GUITAR
BASS
UKULELE
FLUTE
SAXOPHONE
CLARINET
TRUMPET
TROMBONE
FLUGELHORN
DRUMS PERCUSSION
SONGWRITING
and more to come
Our special trial lesson package includes two 30-minute trial lessons spaced a week apart at $185. It includes books and materials. After that, we prorate our annual tuition which is $3140 for 32 lessons and 2 recital opportunities. There is a monthly payment plan available. The semester runs September 10 - June 7, 2025 and mostly follows the NYC Public School holiday schedule with a few additions. Special discounts are available which we'll discuss on a free consultation call. You can book a call here https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/psml-consults3
We accept kids from around 4 years of age, sometimes 3 1/2. It depends on these 4 things
1-Fine motor skills - any issues?
2- Can they write their name legibly?
3- Count to 10?
4- Know the alphabet song? At least up to letter G?Can sit and focus on one activity for at least 5 minutes?
We do not have a central facility. We send amazing teachers to your home in Park Slope and surrounding neighborhoods.
We now hold recitals at PS 321 Lower School on President Street between 5th and 6th Avenues in Park Slope Brooklyn.
We always start with two trial lessons to ensure the best match between your child and the teacher. These trial lessons are 30 minutes each, one week apart and are $75 each. What we are looking for is a strong rapport between you, your child and teacher and that practice is happening, ideally daily, and there is enthusiasm about going forward. If everything is great, we will move to monthly tuition.
See details at our tuition page here.
We have 3 makeup credits per semester. Ask your teacher to reschedule. There are no refunds for missed lessons.
Yes. All of our teachers are able to provide excellent instruction via Zoom no matter where you are located. You just need to have a broadband internet connection and a web-connected device with camera.
Yes - ask us about it in your consultation interview.
Yes.
Because of our adaptive and inclusive curriculum, the Musicolor Method, we have been able to successfully work with many children with special needs including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Disorder, Dyslexia, and slow learners. Learn more here.
Yes, but only if you have a child or grandchild actively enrolled with us.
Absolutely.
We start with playing first using color as educational scaffolding. This builds instant excitement, enthusiasm and confidence to keep going when things get more complicated. Learning to read music is not going to happen overnight, in a week or even months. It can take years.
Yes we do - our Penguin Pals class is exactly that. Learn more and sign up here.
Yes we do. Our music program helps young people activate life skills through music. We would like to make it as accessible as possible, and have limited scholarships available each year for partially subsidized lessons. Please apply here.
Our teachers are more than just instructors—they’re mentors, heroes, and role models. Each member of our team has undergone a rigorous vetting process, including background checks, and is certified through our exclusive Musicolor Masterclass. All of our teachers hold at least a Bachelor's degree, with many having earned advanced degrees from prestigious institutions such as Berklee College of Music, Juilliard, NYU, Harvard, Boston College, New England Conservatory, and more.
Founder Director
Imagine seeing your child's teacher, whom they admire, rocking out on stage! It's an experience that truly bridges the gap between classroom learning and real-world musicianship.
Here’s a calendar of upcoming gigs, concerts, album releases as well as important dates for the school.
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347-997-1194
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At Musicolor Method, we advocate that there is more to learning music than mastering the notes and the rhythms: it is about developing basic skills of interaction. We have seen that when very young children are taught music, they do not only develop into great musicians, but they also learn the importance of social interaction. Cooperation is required everywhere, from teaching, piano, voice or the ukulele, whatever the instrument may be.
Once a child starts learning to play an instrument, they are not only doing practice, such as playing scales or learning songs. They are learning to interact, respect the teachers, other students, and the music itself. Cooperation makes them coordinated, helps them pay attention and helps them think before they act which is more developmental. Wherever a child interacts with us through piano or guitar or composing a song, they understand the value of working as a team, which is so enjoyable.
For children taking music lessons, in particular, we offer lessons for the following musical instruments:
Piano
Voice
Guitar
Ukulele
Bass
Flute
Saxophone
Clarinet
Trumpet
Trombone
Flugelhorn
Drums & percussion
Violin
Violin
Tuba
Songwriting
And more!
In each lesson taught such as a small child who has just started playing the ukulele or that of a teenager playing the saxophone, there is always an element of cooperation that has been experienced. The way we teach our students guarantees that learning is not just music per se, where one just plays their instruments, but music that achieves something. We do this by helping them to listen to other people, respond to instructions, and strive for certain musical objectives through teamwork.
In particular, our lessons are meant for children in Boerum Hill, Gowanus, Kensington, Dumbo, Windsor terrace, Morningside Heights, Park slope, Carroll Gardens, Cobble Hill, South slope, North slope, Brooklyn Heights, Williamsburg, Crown Heights, Sunset Park, bed stuy and Upper west side. Wherever you are, all this thanks to cooperation that is at the core of our approach which will not only encourage your child to excel musically but socially as well.
Cooperation is not limited to the school or the music room only; it is a skill that comes in handy and is of great assistance to children in every sphere of life. From the lessons, the students learn to appreciate working in teams not only during school but also in social situations or even at home. Experiencing duets, group songs, or concerts gives our students a chance to appreciate how one can achieve beautiful outcomes through collaboration.
Among the most important activities of any teacher in child education is understanding her/his students because we realize that every child is different. It does not matter if your child is practicing the violin on Park Slope or if your child is learning drums in Williamsburg, with the Musicolor Method these activities will be done as part of their normal learning without any additional coaching.
Musicolor Method is a plain music school, and services associated with the provision of music education are only part of the business. It is where your child could learn how to collaborate while enriching his or her musical skills. If it is vocal training in Brooklyn Heights or trumpet training in Crown Heights, your child will be exposed to an environment that promotes cooperation in music making and personal growth.
Service Areas
Carroll Gardens, Cobble Hill, South Slope, North Slope, Brooklyn Heights, Williamsburg, Crown Heights, Sunset Park, Bed-Stuy
Schedule a Call Now and we'll learn more about your child, their learning styles, preferences and schedule to match you with the perfect in-home music teacher.
- Sarah Kornbluth
Formerly Park Slope Music Lessons
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