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Have questions?

We’re here to answer your questions. We hope the following FAQs will provide the information you are seeking.

General

What schools and ages do you serve?

PMP serves students in grades 1-12. We work with any student that lives in Paterson, NJ.

What is the cost of the program?

PMP subsidizes the cost of the program for all students. There is a fee of $50 to $75 for the year depending on the program you do. This fee includes the price of the instrument for the year. The actual cost of the program per student is about $2,000. PMP fundraises and works with community partners such as the Paterson Public Schools, the Community Charter School of Paterson, and John P. Holland Charter School to cover the cost.

Do I have to live in Paterson to take lessons?

Yes, all participants must live in Paterson to sign up.

Is transportation provided?

No transportation is provided to the program.

Who are the teachers?

PMP hires Teaching Artists who are dedicated to teaching young people and using music as a vehicle for social change. PMP Teaching Artists include performing musicians as well as public school music teachers.

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What instruments do you provide?

PMP teaches violin, viola, cello, bass, trumpet, trombone, French horn, saxophone, clarinet, flute, percussion, guitar, and keyboard at select schools.  

Can I get private lessons?

Private lessons are offered to students who pass the prelude level. This is usually after one year of group classes.

What ensembles do you offer?

PMP offers string orchestra, concert band, guitar ensemble, jazz band and choir. 

Where do classes take place? Is there a virtual option?

Classes take place in person at one of our main sites. PMP currently gives classes at School 16, Community Charter School of Paterson and JP Holland Charter School. Private lessons may be in person or virtual.

Are instruments provided?

Instruments are provided to all students to use for the duration of the program.

Enrollment

How can my child sign up for PMP?

Call the Paterson Music Project Office at (973) 341-7959 to inquire or email info@patersonmusicproject.org.

Still need help?

If you have additional questions, please contact us.

Wharton Arts

Wharton Arts is a non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization and is committed to being accessible to all patrons, students, parents and visitors. All programs, classes, events and concerts are accessible ensuring that everyone can participate in a diverse range of arts programming and classes.

Email info@whartonarts.org
Phone 908.790.0700
Address 60 Locust Avenue,
Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
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