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Musical Mentors Exploration (MME)

2026-2027 Class Locations and Schedules

P.S. 145 - The Bloomingdale School

Teaching Artist: Katie Gordon

Green Class: 1st and 2nd Grades
Tuesday, 2:35-4:05 pm
Instruments: Pitched Percussion, Keyboard

Yellow Class: 3rd-5th Grades
Wednesday, 2:35-4:05 pm
Instruments: Pitched Percussion, Recorder

All-Stars: For advanced music students, by invitation only
Thursday; 2:35-4:05 pm

P.S. 66 - Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis School

Teaching Artist: Jane Lee

Green Class: 1st & 2nd Grades

Tuesday, 2:20-3:50 pm

Instruments: Percussion, Violin, Recorder

Yellow Class: 3rd-5th Grades

Thursday, 2:20-3:50 pm

Instruments: Violin, Ukulele, Guitar

P.S. 164 - Queens Valley School of the Arts

Green Class: 2nd-4th Grades

Thursday, 2:20-3:50 pm

Instruments: Voice, Recorder, Percussion

Teaching Artist: Yuyu Ikeda

Yellow Class - MME Rocks (Modern Rock Band): 5th-8th Grades

Mondays, 2:20-3:50 pm

Instruments: Guitar, Bass, Keyboard, Drums, plus ensemble techniques (form your own rock band!)

Teaching Artist: Maksim Perepelica

Class Dates:

Classes begin in September, with end dates in mid- to late May or early June.

Start Dates by School & Class:

P.S. 66 – Yellow Class: September 17
P.S. 66 – Green Class: September 22
P.S. 145 – Green Class: September 22
P.S. 145 – Yellow Class: September 23
P.S. 145 - All-Stars: September 24
P.S. 164 – Green Class: September 24
P.S. 164 – Yellow Class: September 28

Tuition: $450

Includes:

30 weeks of 90-minute group classes (after school)
All class materials
Access to free private or small-group lessons
Loaned instrument for lessons, if needed
At least two performance opportunities
Multiple community and concert events
Snacks during group classes (provided by the school)

Participants have the option to pay in full in September before the start of classes or enroll in a three-installment payment plan, with payments due in September, November, and February.

About Musical Mentors Exploration

Musical Mentors Exploration (MME) partners with schools and community organizations to provide musical enrichment and opportunities for students to explore instruments, genres, and performance through weekly group classes. Students of all interests and skill levels build foundational musical skills using accessible instruments that allow them to begin playing and performing quickly. Dedicated teaching artists expand students’ knowledge over time by introducing new instruments, reinforcing prior learning, and creating opportunities for both individual and group music-making.

Students enrolled in MME may apply to receive free small-group or private lessons on an instrument of their choice through MMC’s Musical Mentors Academy program. These exploration lessons can inspire students to take the next step in their musical journey.

While we aim to serve every applicant, we limit each group class to 25 students to ensure individualized attention for every participant. MMC prioritizes participation for students who would not otherwise have the opportunity to engage in music enrichment opportunities.

Please visit the Musical Mentors Exploration website for full program information, including class calendars for the school year.

If you have any questions, please reach out to our team at mme@musical-mentors.org.

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Communication for the Musical Mentors Exploration program takes place via email to the parent(s)/guardian(s), not directly with the student. Be sure to list at least one parent's/guardian’s contact information below.

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Small-Group or Private Lessons

All MME students have the opportunity to apply for and participate in free music lessons, in addition to their weekly group class. Small-group lessons or private lessons are offered either in person or online, depending on the school partnership, space availability, and/or teacher availability.

See the MME webpage for full details.

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Help Us Understand Your Student

Please help us better understand your student, their learning style, and how we can best approach group classes to meet your student's needs.

These questions WILL NOT affect your student's admission decision. MMC's programs are built to be inclusive of all learners.

All students are welcome in Musical Mentors Exploration classes.

Both neurotypical and neurodivergent students need individualized attention and classes that are structured to work for them.

Neurodivergent students often need additional support and attention to be successful in a group-class setting. MMC recognizes that the neurodivergent spectrum is broad, and differences can range from mild to requiring significant support. Some of the conditions that are most common among those who describe themselves as neurodivergent include:

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)
Learning Disabilities or specific conditions that impact learning, such as dyslexia, dysgrahpia, or dyscalculia
Mental health conditions, like bipolar disorder or obsessive-compulsive disorder
Other Differences: Conditions like dyspraxia, Tourette syndrome, sensory processing disorder, or Down syndrome

Is your student neurodiverse?

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Please share any information about your student's neurodiversity that may be helpful to MMC staff or MME Teaching Artists.

The more we know about your child and their learning needs, the better we can serve them and meet those needs!

Does your student currently have an Individualized Education Program (IEP)?

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Please share any information about your student's IEP that may be helpful to MMC staff or MME Teaching Artists.

The more we know about your child and their learning needs, the better we can serve them and meet those needs!

IMPORTANT FOR ALL STUDENTS: Please share any information about your student that will help us best meet your student's needs and ensure a positive group-class experience during Musical Mentors Exploration.

The more we know about your child and their learning needs, the better we can serve them and meet those needs!

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