CLASSES & PROGRAMS · DEA MUSIC & ART
A little curiosity.
So many possibilities.
Music, art, performance, and academic enrichment in Staten Island. Find a class that catches your imagination—and a next step that fits you.
First notes. Fresh ideas. New things to try.

01 · MUSIC LESSONS
Find your sound.
Explore instruments and voice, from individual lessons to partner and group learning.
One note can be the start of something.
Choose an instrument, meet the possibilities, and ask about a starting point suited to the learner.
Explore all music lessons02 · PERFORMING ARTS
Take the stage.
Singing, movement, characters, and the pleasure of creating a performance together.
Junior Broadway 4–7 · Broadway 7+
Musical Theatre
Group vocal + drama
Acting · singing · movement
Explore Musical TheatreAges 5–16
Sounds of Unity Chorus
Group rehearsals
Songs · harmony · performance
Explore Sounds of Unity ChorusAsk about age & level
Dance Classes
Dance instruction
Ballet · contemporary · expression
Explore Dance ClassesAges 7+
Pop Idol
Private voice + group rehearsal
Solo singing · harmony · stage
Explore Pop Idol03 · ROCK BAND
Better with a band.
From preschool exploration to private lessons paired with rehearsal, find a way to play together.
Choose a program by age
Rock Band
Band-based learning
Explore · rehearse · perform
Explore Rock BandAges 5+
Rock Idol
Private lesson + band rehearsal
Instrument skills · ensemble playing
Explore Rock IdolAges 3–5
Jammers
Group music + visual arts
Instrument games · creative projects
Explore JammersAges 5–8
Rockers
Group instrument exploration
Guitar · bass · keys · drums
Explore Rockers04 · VISUAL ARTS
Make your mark.
Explore color, materials, and digital tools through art classes suited to different ages.
Jr. Artists 3–4 · Artists 5+
Visual Arts
Studio & digital programs
Draw · paint · imagine
Explore Visual ArtsAges 5+
Digital Art
Digital drawing & design
Art foundations · creative software
Explore Digital ArtAges 5+
Artists
Studio art classes
Drawing · painting · 3D work
Explore ArtistsAges 3–4
Jr. Artists
Early art exploration
Sensory learning · creative play
Explore Jr. Artists05 · ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT
Stay curious.
Support schoolwork, prepare for an exam, or enrich a family’s home-learning program.
Beginners 6+ · kids & teens
Chess Classes
Guided chess learning
Fundamentals · strategy · play
Explore Chess ClassesElementary · middle · high school
Tutoring
Personalized academic support
Math · English · homework
Explore TutoringSchool & entrance-exam preparation
Test Prep
Individual & small-group options
Study plans · practice · feedback
Explore Test PrepHomeschool families
Homeschool PODS
Small-group enrichment
Academics · arts · STEM
Explore Homeschool PODS06 · ADVANCED MUSIC STUDY
A bigger musical goal.
Connect continued study with theory, auditions, and preparation for the next stage.
Students planning advanced music study
College Preparatory Division
Audition & application preparation
Repertoire · auditions · theory
Explore College Preparatory DivisionHigh school students
AP Music Theory
Music theory study
Understanding · listening · preparation
Explore AP Music TheoryDeveloping & advanced musicians
Virtuosi
Focused individual instruction
Technique · theory · repertoire
Explore Virtuosi07 · ONLINE LEARNING
Creative time, at home.
Explore live online options for children and adults.
Children & young learners
Kids Online Classes
Live online instruction
Music · voice · creative learning
Explore Kids Online ClassesAdult beginners & returning learners
Adult Online Music Classes
Online group learning
Piano · guitar · composition
Explore Adult Online Music Classes08 · SUMMER CAMP
Make a summer of it.
A creative studio experience with music, art, chess, and more.
Ages 5–12
Summer Camp
Full-day creative studio
Music · art · chess · creative media
Explore Summer CampSTART WITH THE LEARNER
What makes you
want to try?
A song you keep humming. A character you want to play. A drawing waiting to happen. Start with an interest, then consider the learner’s age, experience, and preferred way of learning.
Young children can explore Jammers, Junior Artists, or age-suited music and theatre options. Older children and teens can compare focused lessons, group programs, and academic support. Adults can explore individual music lessons or the online adult program.
Help me choose a classDEA IN STATEN ISLAND
Find your place to begin.
Start with your preferred campus. Contact DEA to confirm this program’s current locations, teachers, age groups, and schedule; availability varies by campus.
STATEN ISLAND, NY
Grasmere
1481 Hylan BlvdStaten Island, NY 10305Explore this campus
STATEN ISLAND, NY
Eltingville
4350 Hylan BlvdStaten Island, NY 10312Explore this campus
STATEN ISLAND, NY
Bulls Head / Willowbrook
1409 Richmond AveStaten Island, NY 10314Explore this campus
Talk with DEA: (718) 370-7733 · Explore all locations
A LITTLE CLARITY
Good questions.
Helpful answers.
Get to know the program before taking your next step.
What classes does DEA offer in Staten Island?
DEA offers instrument and voice lessons, theatre, chorus, dance, rock band, visual and digital art, chess, tutoring, test preparation, homeschool enrichment, and summer camp. Advanced music study and online learning are also available to explore.
How do I choose a class for a young child?
Start with the child’s age and interests. Jammers is designed for ages 3–5, Junior Artists for ages 3–4, Junior Broadway for ages 4–7, and Music Buddies for ages 4 and up. Ask DEA about readiness, current groups, and availability.
Can adults take classes?
Yes. Adults can explore individual music lessons, including piano and violin, and the adult online music program. Contact DEA about current subjects, teachers, and schedules.
Is every program available at every campus?
Availability varies by location, teacher, age group, and enrollment. Tutoring is listed at 1409 Richmond Ave. Confirm the location and schedule for your chosen class before making plans.
How do I get started?
Use the free-trial request page for a class trial, or contact DEA about an assessment, advanced program, online group, or camp inquiry. Share the learner’s age, experience, interests, and preferred location.
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