Wisconsin Conservatory of Music

Wisconsin Conservatory of Music offers music private and group lessons in piano, strings and harp, voice, guitar and ukulele, percussion, woodwinds, and brass. The program also includes classes and ensembles such as the Milwaukee Children’s Choir, jazz and contemporary music, and the Chamber Music Institute, along with early childhood programs and summer music camps and classes.

• Ages: 0–18 years old

Celebrating over 126 years of musical excellence, Wisconsin Conservatory of Music is Wisconsin’s largest community music school and serves more than 11,500 students annually. Its mission is to inspire individuals and communities through exceptional music education, accessible to all, unlocking potential and creating musical experiences that last a lifetime. The program has over 100 expert teaching artists who provide individual, group, and ensemble instruction, and students participate in concerts, recitals, music hours, and other performances. Offerings include early childhood music classes for ages 0–4, private lessons, group classes, ensemble coaching in a wide range of styles and genres, and summer camps for kids, teens, and adults of all experience levels. Wisconsin Conservatory of Music works with 52 schools and community partners, offers community partnerships, tuition assistance, and merit scholarships, and provides a dedicated student services team, practice room access for students, and multiple convenient locations. From Grammy winners to Broadway stars and Oscar honorees, Wisconsin Conservatory of Music alumni have gone on to excel as musicians and in diverse fields. Parents and students describe the teachers and staff as the best, the facility as amazing, and note that instruction is interesting and fun.

Last updated February 26, 2026.