how do you want to be a part?

Registration is Now Open

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Bridge Arts & Education invites young musicians to join us this summer for a week of inspiring music-making on the beautiful campus of The Mount Academy overlooking the Hudson River.

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Students will participate in small ensembles, chamber music or jazz combos, masterclasses with professional musicians, and engaging electives including improvisation, songwriting, African drumming, music theory, and more.

Designed for motivated middle and high school musicians, the Summer Music Academy provides a supportive and high-level musical experience with outstanding faculty and small student-to-teacher ratios.

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JULY 20–24

The Mount Academy
Esopus, NY

Early Bird Tuition Discount Available Through May 1
Limited Enrollment

Community Jazz Band • Jazz Lab • Hudson Valley Youth Jazz Orchestra

Join Bridge Arts & Education for an afternoon of live jazz at the legendary Falcon in Marlboro, NY featuring performances by the Bridge Arts Community Jazz Band, Jazz Lab, and the Hudson Valley Youth Jazz Orchestra.

Enjoy an exciting program of classic big band music, contemporary jazz, and student showcases performed by musicians from across the Hudson Valley community.

Admission is free with reservation, and seating is limited. We expect this event to sell out, so reserve your table early.

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SUNDAY • JUNE 14 • 1:00 PM

The Falcon
1348 Route 9W
Marlboro, NY

Private instruction is the backbone of a solid music education. Bridge Arts will pair you with the best teacher for obtaining your musical goals. Weekly lessons may be online or face to face depending on both the instructor and the students needs and comfort. Please fill out our inquiry form so that we can make a recommendation and send details regarding studio policies and rates. 

Directed by Dan Shaut

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​Our 2025-2026 Season has started! 

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This ensemble consists of musicians looking to rehearse and perform great big band repertoire including music by Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Thad Jones and more. Musicians age range from 12-77.

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We are always looking for musicians to join our roster as a sub or permanent member!

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Please contact us if you are interested in participating.

A visual archive of performances, workshops, and collaborations across the Hudson Valley. 

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Explore our new Archive section to revisit past performances, workshops, and collaborations that have shaped Bridge Arts & Education.

We’ll continue adding to this growing collection as our story unfolds.

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Thank you for joining us.

Video Submissions Are Now Open for the 2026–2027 Season

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The Hudson Valley Youth Jazz Orchestra is now accepting video submissions for the upcoming season. Directed by Dan Shaut, HVYJO brings together advanced student musicians from across the Hudson Valley for high-level ensemble training, exciting performances, and collaborations with professional guest artists.

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Students in grades 8–12 will rehearse and perform challenging big band repertoire while developing improvisation, musicianship, leadership, and ensemble skills in a supportive and inspiring environment.

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Performances include regional concerts, community events, and special appearances at venues throughout the Hudson Valley.

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Open to Students in Grades 8–12

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Full and partial scholarships are available, and no student will be turned away due to financial need.

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Catch our performances: 

Sunday, April 19 @ Bard

Sunday, Nov 14 @ The Falcon

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Community Jazz Band ​

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Thank you for joining us for this event. Due to your generosity we were able to raise over $1,100!

The Bridge Arts Community Jazz Band presents a special Benefit Concert in support of pianist Paul Duffy as he rebuilds after the loss of his home to a fire. Join us for an evening of live jazz.

Admission is pay what you wish, and all donations directly support Paul.

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MARCH 26 • 7:00 PM

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Trinity Lutheran Church

Downstairs Social Hall 

Kingston, NY

The jazz lab is designed for middle school or high school students looking to develop their jazz skills. Students will work on jazz style, improvisation, and tunes. 

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Open to: Students in middle or high school that play traditional jazz instruments including saxophone, trumpet, trombones, guitar, piano, bass, drumset as well as non-traditional jazz instruments like flute, clarinet, French horn, tuba, etc. 

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Prerequisites: Students should be able to play at least 3 scales very comfortably and have played their instrument for at least 2 years. 

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Classes: Meets 2 Sundays a month from 3:00 pm -4:30 pm.  

Bridge Arts welcomes the Hudson Valley Saxophone Orchestra to our organization! ​

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Hudson Valley Saxophone Orchestra (HVSO) is a regional ensemble dedicated to performing traditional and contemporary repertoire for large saxophone ensemble, celebrating the versatility and expressive power of the saxophone through high-level performance and collaboration.