The Nelly Berman School of Music

The Nelly Berman School of Music is a private community school founded in 1983.  Through music, the school aims to awaken the natural creative instincts of its students.  The warm supportive atmosphere of the school contributes to the development of individuality, self esteem and responsibility.  Through our goal oriented and disciplined approach, the school provides a serious, well rounded musical education in a fun oriented and pleasurable environment that engages the students and their families.

Mrs. Berman started the school as a single teacher with only seven students.  Over the years Mrs. Berman’s unique ability to unlock the musical potential of students as well as her passion and intensity for children’s musical education has been inspirational in the development of the school.  She has raised the bar for high achievement and self accomplishment, encouraging children and teachers to seek and attain their personal best.  Today the school has over 40 faculty members and 400 students from Philadelphia and surrounding areas.  Our instructors have studied at many of the finest conservatories throughout Europe and the U.S.

Mrs. Berman and her faculty have developed a unique method of instrumental and chamber music instruction that enables students to achieve a high level of proficiency early in their musical education.  This involves the Russian approach to music in which technical mastery of the instrument is combined with a keen understanding of the composer’s intent and the student’s own emotions.  The results of this training are apparent in the excellence of our student achievements.  Students of the Nelly Berman School have appeared in music festivals in Italy, France, Monaco, Israel, Russia, Germany, Tanglewood, and the Van Cliburn Institute, among others. They have appeared at Carnegie Hall and The Kimmel Center as well as on NPR's  "From the TOP".  Our students have also won numerous prizes from competitions such as the West Chester Piano Competition, the Tri-County Competition, the National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts, the Korean Music Association Competition, and the Delaware County Youth Orchestra.  In addition, our students have performed as soloists with The Philadelphia Orchestra as well as the Delaware, Ocean City, Ambler, Pottstown and Old York Symphonies.

Why CHOOSE the Nelly Berman School ?

• Professional and dedicated teachers.

• Students are paired with the appropriate teacher based on level and personality

•  The school provides social opportunities for students to meet each other.

•  Students are exposed to other instruments in addition to their chosen instrument.

•  Students have the opportunity to perform in monthly recitals.

•  Students participate in special events as performers or listeners.

• The NBS Classical Music Institute offers scholarships for students based upon talent and need.