Those who excel reach the stars
Manhattan School of Music is one of the world's premier music conservatories for classical music, jazz, and musical theatre.
Join Us at MSM!
Apply to MSMFind your MSM
Choose an academic program, discover our exceptional faculty, or come hear one of more than 600 live concerts a year at our campus and around NYC.
“At MSM we promote the highest standards of excellence in our supportive atmosphere, infused with the incomparable creative energy of New York City.”
James Gandre
President, Manhattan School of Music
Performances and Events
WATCH! MSM Commencement 2025
WATCH! 2025 DMA Hooding and Commencement Awards Ceremony
WATCH!
MSM Musical Theatre:
Senior Showcase
WATCH! The MSM Precollege Philharmonic
WATCH! MSM Jazz Orchestra
Songs for Mother Earth
WATCH! MSM Opera Theatre:
Rusalka
WATCH! MSM Symphony Orchestra conducted by George Manahan
WATCH! MSM Symphony Orchestra conducted by JoAnn Falletta
WATCH! MSM Symphony Orchestra Conducted by Leonard Slatkin
MSM News
Alumni Spotlight: Lynn Strongin
Poet Lynn Strongin ('59) reflects on her foundational composition studies at Manhattan School of Music.
MSM Student Engagement: A look at some of the activities being hosted by Student Affairs this fall!
Jesse Goldberg, the Director of Student Engagement at MSM, gives us an advanced look at what social events and activities Student Affairs is organizing for students this fall at MSM!
MSM Orientation 2025 takes place from August 25 to September 4— Learn all about it here!
Orientation at Manhattan School of Music takes place from August 25–September 4, 2025. It’s a great way for new students arriving at MSM to settle in, get to know New York City, and make new friends!
Visit MSM
130 Claremont Avenue
New York, New York 10027
212-749-2802
