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Music

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Perform. Explore. Connect.

Music is a centerpiece of the Milton experience. Student singers dazzle their peers with a cappella performances at school assemblies; jazz combos perform at key events throughout the year; and talented ensembles, such as our chamber orchestra and gospel choir, shine in highly anticipated concerts.

Whether a student is trying an instrument or vocal lessons for the first time or arrives on campus with a lifetime of experience, Milton’s robust and diverse program offers opportunities to grow as a musician, performer, and even global citizen.

Let's Get MUSICAL.

Our talented faculty helps students develop the skills of making music through learning a wide variety of pieces and sharing them with an audience. Exposure to different composers and artists—spanning centuries and cultures—and practicing those pieces not only strengthens technical skills like chord progressions or harmonizing, but helps students build a greater appreciation and deeper interest for the music.

Milton's State-of-the-Art Music Facilities

The Kellner Performing Arts Center is the hub of Milton’s musical life. It features dedicated classroom space for the choral, orchestral, and jazz music programs, 10 practice rooms for individuals and small groups, and several pianos for student use. Inside Kellner, concerts take place in the Ruth King Theatre and the Arts Commons.  Musical groups also perform in spaces across campus, such as in Apthorp Chapel and Straus Library.

 

Our program welcomes beginners and advanced musicians alike with opportunities to love and appreciate music—and to become more skilled, including:

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Private Lessons

For students wishing to go even deeper in their music instruction, a number of adjunct faculty offer private lessons on campus. Additionally, several local renowned institutions also offer opportunities for private lessons as well as participation in ensembles: 

  • The New England Conservatory of Music: Youth Symphony Orchestra 
  • Youth Philharmonic Orchestra 
  • Massachusetts Youth Wind Ensemble 
  • Youth Chorale
  • Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras
  • Longy School of Music

Beyond the Classroom

Our Music Faculty

Jared Sims

Music Department Chair, Jazz Director

Adrian Anantawan

Music Faculty, Middle School

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Additional Music Faculty

Orchestra

Debra Miller

Chorus

Alan Rodi

Bass

Jesse Williams

Drums

Dean Johnston

Guitar

Robert Bekkers

Anna Freitas

Harp 

Sarah Stuart

Piano

Ellyses Kuan

Joel Hiller

Strings

Sandra Nortier

Wilson Burnett

Voice

Micah Christian

Kamryn Loy

Woodwinds

Linda Poland 

Noah Preminger