Named a National Top 10 Music Organization
Charity Navigator named Settlement Music School one of the top ten organizations in the nation, working to preserve and expand music education and access to the musical arts.
“Settlement educated me on piano and so much more: how to listen, how to cultivate a mentor, responsibility, culture, and the relationship between what I give and what I get in my individual pursuits. Settlement helped me become the artist, community member, and leader that I am today.” Quiara Alegría Hudes, Settlement alumna and Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright
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Your Pathway to Music
We offer individual instruction, classes, ensembles, and performance opportunities for more than 20 instruments, so students can customize their experience according to skill level, individual interests, and goals.
Adults
Join our vibrant community of adult musicians, whether you are a beginner or a seasoned veteran.
Kids & Teens
Students are encouraged to learn, grow, and advance in their chosen instruments from ages 9-18.
Learn MoreEarly Childhood
Our youngest students learn through play, movement, and music fundamentals— from 6 months to 8 years.
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Education
for All
We designed our flexible, best-in-class programming in music, dance, and creative arts therapy with our students in mind. Regardless of age, background, ability, or economic circumstances, there is a place for you at Settlement.
Settlement’s 115th Anniversary on PHL17!
Our 115th Anniversary Gala and the Music Education Pathways program were featured on PHL17!
Student Henry Koban Payne Featured on WRTI’s Young Artist Spotlight
Henry Koban Payne, Student at our Wynnefield Branch and Trombonist in our Helen K. Schwartz Advanced Study Jazz Ensemble, was featured in WRIT’s Young Artist Spotlight!
Costumes, Candy, and Facepaint!
Check out some all the fantastic costumes and activities on our SmugMug album!