Performathon 2025
The FMDG Music School teaches music to students who are blind or have low vision. Our curriculum is built on an accessibility-first framework, with instruction and materials available in braille music and large print. All music transcription — in braille or large print — is provided to every student at no additional cost as part of tuition. Students and alumni range from complete beginners to Grammy winners.
One-to-one lessons on a wide range of instruments and voice, across classical, jazz, musical theater, and contemporary styles:
Piano, Voice, Violin, Guitar, Ukulele, Electric Bass, Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, Percussion, Drum Set
The following subjects are also taught privately, and several are offered as group classes during the year:
Braille Music, Composition, Songwriting, Music Production, Music Theory
Youth Chorus, Percussion Ensemble, Band, Music Theory, Music Appreciation, Dance, Movement
Students perform for family, friends, and the FMDG community throughout the year, at venues including the Met and other locations across the city. Student recitals are held each December and June.