2022-23 Enrollment and Auditions
Enroll in Wharton Arts’ current offerings from our programs: New Jersey Youth Symphony, Paterson Music Project, Performing Arts School, and New Jersey Youth Chorus.
New Jersey Youth Symphony
Have Questions? View the NJYS FAQs
Auditioned orchestral and jazz education for students grades 3-12
For more information on how to join NJYS and Open Positions, contact info@njys.org or call (908) 771-5544.
Paterson Music Project
Have Questions? View the PMP FAQs
Private music lessons, sectional classes & ensemble education for students grades 1-12 in Paterson schools
Performing Arts School
Have Questions? View the PAS FAQs
Instrumental & vocal instruction, musical theater, drama & other courses for ages 4 and up
Private and semi-private music lessons and other courses for adults
Auditioned choral ensemble program for students grades 3-12
For more information on how to join NJYC, contact info@njyc.org or call (973) 998-5670.
New Jersey Youth Chorus
Have Questions? View the NJYC FAQs
How to Register
Auditions are required prior to registering for an ensemble for the New Jersey Youth Symphony and New Jersey Youth Chorus. Students interested in the Paterson Music Project must apply and receive an acceptance notification before registering.
Step 01
Login or create an account here
Step 02
Choose your program
Step 03
Select the course
Step 04
Complete the registration form
Step 05
Click “View Cart and Checkout” to pay your tuition fee
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Learn from conservatory graduates from The Juilliard School, Manhattan School of Music, Oberlin Conservatory, Cleveland Institute of Music, Indiana University, and more.
Financial Assistance
We believe that performing arts education should be available to everyone regardless of their ability to pay.
NJYS
Need-based scholarships are available. Call us at (908) 771-5544 or email info@njys.org for more information.
CLICK HERE for the Financial Assistance form.
PMP
PMP programs are tuition-free, with affordable registration fees.
PAS
We offer sibling discounts and flexible lesson packages. Financial assistance is available and 100% of eligible private lesson students receive tuition benefits. Call us at (908) 790-0700 or email info@whartonarts.org for more information.
CLICK HERE for the Financial Assistance form.
NJYC
Need-based scholarships are available. Call us at (973) 998-5670 or email admin@njyouthchorus.org for more information.
CLICK HERE for the Financial Assistance form.
The Wharton Arts Scholarship Fund awards tuition assistance for our performing arts education programs based on financial need each year. The fund is made possible by generous donations from our community. For more information, contact info@whartonarts.org.