The Bakersfield School of Art and Music

Making creative education accessible for children, families, and individuals throughout Bakersfield and the surrounding communities is what we do, but it isn’t our mission.

Our mission is to let everyone share in the amazing benefits that come along with practicing a skill. The way it grows the relationships that we share, and the discipline and confidence it grants everyone, no matter their age, is something everyone deserves. Our mission is to make it as easy as possible for you, or someone you love, to find something you love and do it daily.

About our School

In today’s digital age, it’s more important than ever to help children develop healthy, productive hobbies that encourage personal growth. At the Bakersfield School of Art and Music, we don’t just teach skills — we cultivate persistence, creativity, and confidence. Through engaging lessons and positive reinforcement, we ensure that every child leaves our school with a strong foundation of healthy habits and lifelong learning.

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Bakersfield’s Most Trusted

The Bakersfield School of Art and Music is trusted by families and schools across Kern County as the premier provider of music education. Renowned for its commitment to excellence and a nurturing environment, the school offers tailored programs that develop musical skills and appreciation, making it the top choice for those seeking the best in music education.

Over 600 Active private and public students.
Credentialed, Award Winning Teachers.

Custom Lessons.

Learning an artform shouldn’t be a slog, it should be a passion. That’s why our teachers will always incorporate elements of what you love into what you’re learning. Passion isn’t one size fits all, and neither are our lessons. When you’re doing good, we’ll reward you, and when you’re not, we’ll work with you.

Positive, patient reinforcement
Always custom curriculum

Easy Scheduling.

We do our best to remove every obstacle to learning, that’s why every student receives two teachers to work on their lesson plan and be available for classes, meaning you can always find a class time that fits your schedule, and you can schedule or cancel when you want with no penalties. :)

Very flexible class times
Cancel or reschedule with no penalties

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Programs Designed for Exploration and Growth

Unlimited Group Lessons – Explore Your Creativity

For just $55 a month, students have the freedom to explore a variety of artistic and musical disciplines in a collaborative, fun environment. Our group classes are designed to encourage exploration, allowing students to try different instruments, art forms, and activities. Whether they’re learning to play the piano, experimenting with painting, or discovering robotics, the possibilities are endless!

Flexible Scheduling: Take as many lessons as you'd like each month in any of our available classes.
Build Friendships: Meet and create with like-minded children.
Creative Discovery: A great option for those looking to explore new passions and develop multiple creative skills.

Private Instruction – Focused and Personalized

For those ready to dive deeper, our private lessons are ideal. Priced at $125 a month for individual instruction, these one-on-one sessions are tailored specifically to each student’s interests and goals. From honing a skill in traditional arts like painting or guitar, to mastering something more unique like magic or robotics, our private lessons offer the perfect balance of structured learning and personal interest.

Customized Curriculum: Lessons crafted to your child’s interests.
Rewarding Progress: Positive reinforcement through our token and prize system.
Life Skills Development: Instill discipline, persistence, and a love for learning.

For families looking for even more in-depth learning, our private classes become more affordable when purchased in larger quantities.