Music | Kids Out and About Rochester

OFC Creations Theatre Center / Old Farm Cafe

The new OFC Creations Theatre Center (3450 Winton Pl, Rochester, NY 14623), opened in July 2020, is a multi-purpose arts center focused on youth theater education and performances, mounting professional plays and musicals, hosting community events, presenting out-of-town entertainers, and providing much-needed performance space to local arts groups. The center offers classes in acting, singing, and dancing; school field trips and tours; community events; and theater camps during summer and school. OFC runs ROC Summer Theatre Experience: The largest theatre summer camp program in upstate NY.
3450 Winton Place
Rochester , NY , 14623
Phone: 585-667-0954
43° 5' 50.3196" N, 77° 34' 42.9564" W

Eastman Community Music School

We are a community music school bringing classical and jazz private lessons, group classes, and ensemble experiences to musicians aged 4 months to 99!
26 Gibbs Street
Rochester , NY , 14604
Phone: (585) 274-1400
43° 9' 28.1124" N, 77° 36' 3.708" W

The Hochstein School

Providing excellent music and dance instruction to anyone who is interested – regardless of age, level of skill, background, or ability to pay. Year-round classes and summer camps in music, dance, and other aspects of the arts for toddlers through adults. We aim to nurture and inspire each individual, and to welcome all to our community.
50 N. Plymouth Ave
Rochester , NY , 14614
Phone: (585) 454-4596
43° 9' 21.24" N, 77° 36' 56.5596" W

Bach to Rock Penfield Music School

Bach to Rock Penfield is a locally owned music school in Penfield, NY, offering lessons for all ages and skill levels in the Rochester area. We provide private and virtual lessons for all instruments, early childhood classes, band and glee club opportunities, music camps, DJ lessons, music production courses, and MUSE—a program for aspiring singer-songwriters. We also offer on-site homeschooling programs, birthday parties, and more!
2160 Penfield Road Suite 1
Penfield , NY , 14526
Phone: 5853643766
43° 7' 54.9084" N, 77° 26' 34.7676" W

Spotlight Theatre Arts

Theatre Arts Education for kids and teens. Private Lessons: Piano, Voice, Theater, Dance, Ukulele and Audition Prep. Skill-building classes. Live-Learning Productions (learning every aspect of musical theatre from audition to performance). A full season of plays.
3 Railroad St
Fairport , NY , 14450
Phone: 585-305-4767
43° 6' 12.5928" N, 77° 26' 26.538" W

Louis S. Wolk Jewish Community Center of Greater Rochester

The JCC is a vibrant community center with a two-floor fitness facility, family pool, lap pool, and outdoor splash pool, 300-seat theater, and an array of programs and services for all ages. The JCC is the place for total wellness and provides sports and fitness programs, wellness services, early childhood education, before & after school care, summer camps, Jewish life, and adult learning programs. The JCC is open and welcoming to ALL in the community.
1200 Edgewood Avenue
Rochester , NY , 14618
Phone: 585-461-2000
43° 5' 46.2768" N, 77° 33' 57.0852" W

Blackfriars Theatre

Blackfriars Theatre is a mid-sized professional theatre that has entertained audiences for 76 years in downtown Rochester, New York. Our mission is to enrich, entertain and inspire our community through exceptional theatrical arts while engaging local talent.
795 East Main Street14605
Rochester , NY , 14605
Phone: 585-454-1260
43° 9' 36.9612" N, 77° 35' 26.808" W

Stages (A Magical Journey Thru Stages)

Rochester, NY's not-for-profit youth theatre company at the West Herr Performing Arts Center. Offers 8 annual full-scale theater productions for performers in grades 1 - 12, classes, summer camps, and more!
875 East Main Street, Suite 380 West Herr Performing Arts Center
Rochester , NY , 14605
Phone: 585-935-7173
43° 9' 37.8036" N, 77° 35' 19.0572" W

Dance Connection - Rochester, NY

Happy Kids Since 1987! We inspire students to dance, have fun, and make new friends. Our dance school provides quality dance education in a supportive, non-competitive environment, believing that dance is for everyone. Children can enjoy tap, ballet, jazz, hip hop, modern, musical theatre, African, tumbling, and much more! Adults can also join in with classes like Hip Hop, African, Modern, Ballet, Tap, and Jazz. Come see why our students are always smiling!
1385 Empire Blvd
Rochester , NY , 14609
Phone: 585-654-7654
43° 10' 23.4012" N, 77° 31' 1.9128" W

Maine Camp Experience

Maine Camp Experience (MCE) is a community of 40+ premier Maine camps, and a comprehensive camp-planning resource. Coed, all girls, and all boys camps for kids ages 7-17. Full summer, half summer, and short sessions available. The Campcierge® provides free, expert guidance. Some Maine Camps also offer Family Camp in August. See more at http://www.mainecampexperience.com
110 Mariginal Way Maine Camps are located throughout the state
Portland , ME , 04101
Phone: 877-92-MAINE (62463)
43° 39' 47.1996" N, 70° 15' 51.3828" W

Eastman School of Music - Concert Office

Concert Information - many concerts open to the Rochester community are free and family-friendly.
26 Gibbs Street
Rochester , NY , 14604
Phone: (585) 274-1109
43° 9' 28.1124" N, 77° 36' 3.708" W

Oatka Festival

Each summer the Oatka Festival is held in July on the banks of the scenic Oatka Creek in LeRoy, NY featuring a parade, lots of free kids actives, vendors, food, musics, and lots of fun!!
Trigon Park
LeRoy , NY , 14482 42° 58' 39.1656" N, 77° 59' 9.2868" W

School of Rock - Rochester, NY

Welcome to School of Rock Rochester, where students learn to rock their worlds. School of Rock Rochester, located in Victor, has the best combination of instructors, instruments, and captivating programs to get your student strumming, drumming, playing, or singing their way to rockstar status. Lessons are available in guitar, bass guitar, keyboard / piano, voice, and drums. Also offering Rock 101 for ages 8-13: Students have one weekly group rehearsal where they learn to play classic rock songs that have been simplified for beginner musicians. Rock 101 students also have a weekly private music lesson with an instructor who helps them learn the concepts and skills behind their performance songs.
235 High Street Extension Suite 4
Victor , NY , 14564
Phone: 585-400-ROCK
43° 1' 37.8516" N, 77° 26' 15.4284" W

Genesee Valley Council on the Arts

The Genesee Valley Council on the Arts (GVCA) is dedicated to promoting and supporting the arts through the celebration of artistic expression in all its forms. From Local artisan markets to summer camps, GVCA offers a variety of programs, events and classes in Livingston and Monroe County.
4 Murray Hill Dr
Mount Morris , NY , 14510
Phone: 585-243-6785
42° 44' 3.9048" N, 77° 53' 1.9068" W

Geva Theatre

Local world-class theatre creating productions and programs that serve the Rochester region and beyond by illuminating the fullness of our many human experiences.
75 Woodbury Blvd
Rochester , NY , 14607
Phone: (585) 232-4382
43° 9' 8.7768" N, 77° 36' 18.2592" W

Penfield Public Library

Our mission is to engage the community in life-long learning through educational, cultural, recreational, and technological exploration in a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere. By providing these materials, programs, and services, Penfield Public Library promotes individual and community growth.
1985 Baird Road
Penfield , NY , 14526
Phone: 585-340-8720
43° 8' 14.9136" N, 77° 27' 54.7704" W

Camp Turner

Helping young people (ages 7-16) discover God, nature and their place in the world. Located within Allegany State Park, we offer activities such as horseback riding, archery, hiking, arts and crafts, campfires and more. Our caring staff members build an inclusive environment that encourages the development of skills such as cooperation, teamwork and respect of self, others and nature. “Camperships" for families in need of assistance are available to ensure no child misses out on the meaningful experience of summer camp. Sessions are filling up fast! Register today at www.campturner.org.
PO Box 264 9150 ASP 3
Salamanca , NY , 14779
Phone: 716-354-4555
42° 9' 34.074" N, 78° 43' 0.7284" W

Mother Goose Cottage

Mother Goose Cottage is a boutique early childhood enrichment space for children ages 2–5 and their caregiver, offering gentle, storybook-inspired classes in the Rochester area. Our small-group sessions blend play, creativity, nature, songs, and warm daily rhythms in a cozy, thoughtfully prepared environment. Designed to feel magical, meaningful, and deeply child-centered.
616 A Pittsford Victor Road
Pittsford , NY , 14534 43° 3' 43.974" N, 77° 28' 44.5548" W

Rochester Oratorio Society

Providing unforgettable choral musical experiences that reflect Rochester's rich cultural heritage and performing arts community. Founded in 1945, The Rochester Oratorio Society is the region’s leading large choral-orchestral ensemble. Hundreds of avocational singers, a professional orchestra and local and nationally-renowned vocal soloists participate in each season. The chorus frequently collaborates with the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra, presents numerous community performances throughout the region, hosts two annual vocal competitions, and presents Arts Connexions, a multicultural concert series. Additionally, it maintains a full schedule of educational opportunities for urban youth. Learn more at www.rossings.org or call 585-473-2234.
1441 East Avenue
Rochester , NY , 14610
Phone: (585) 473-2234
43° 8' 51.1332" N, 77° 33' 57.6612" W

Rochester Philharmonic Youth Orchestra

Symphony orchestra composed of young musicians in grades eight through twelve from schools throughout the greater Rochester area. In association with the Eastman Community Music School, the hub of musical brilliance since 1970.
108 East Avenue
Rochester , NY , 14604
Phone: 4547311 x224
43° 9' 25.6032" N, 77° 36' 5.0688" W

Irondequoit Chorale

The 70 voices of the Irondequoit Chorale consists of singers from all over the Rochester area. Our group was founded in 1994 by Heide Jorgensen-Murray, with Eric Trumpowsky serving as Musical Director since 2002. The Chorale performs 3 major concerts each season, frequently at Irondequoit High School, along with other performances around the area. We take pride in offering performances of a very diverse variety of music. Selections of songs cover a multitude of styles: folk, pop, standards, spirituals, classical, jazz, Broadway, and many more.
21 Wicklow Dr
Irondequoit , NY , 14617 43° 12' 42.2064" N, 77° 36' 51.0948" W