Illustrative photoMusic Academy for Special Learners
Grades and ages
Ages 3+
Student-teacher ratio
1-on-1 adaptive music instructor or music therapist ratio
Tuition
Hourly lesson rates available; OPWDD Self-Direction budget billing supported.
About Music Academy for Special Learners
The Music Academy for Special Learners is a specialized music education and clinical music therapy center with campuses in Hauppauge, West Babylon, and Riverhead, NY. Founded specifically for individuals of all ages with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, speech delays, and developmental disabilities, the academy makes music accessible, therapeutic, and enriching.
Board Certified Music Therapists (MT-BC) and adaptive music instructors deliver 1-on-1 instrumental lessons (piano, drums, guitar, violin), vocal training, and therapeutic music groups. Lessons are adapted with visual supports, simplified notation, and sensory-friendly instruments.
The academy offers individual music therapy, adaptive ensemble groups, summer arts camps, and accepts OPWDD Self-Direction funding for Long Island families.
Student fit
Who this school serves
Grades and ages
- Preschool
- Elementary School
- Middle School
- High School
- Adult Services
- Ages 3 to Adult
Specialties
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Down Syndrome
- Developmental Disabilities
- Speech & Expressive Language Delays
Learning and support
Curriculum and therapeutic services
Services and supports
- Clinical Music Therapy
- Adaptive Instrumental Instruction (Piano, Drums, Guitar)
- Adaptive Vocal Training
- Social Skills Music Ensembles
- Special Needs Summer Music Camps
Programs
Programs at Music Academy for Special Learners
Other programs and supports
- Clinical Music Therapy
- Adaptive Instrumental Instruction (Piano, Drums, Guitar)
- Adaptive Vocal Training
- Social Skills Music Ensembles
- Special Needs Summer Music Camps
School facts
Practical details for families
Accreditation and licensing
- American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) Professional Practice Site
Tuition and funding
Tuition: Hourly lesson rates available; OPWDD Self-Direction budget billing supported.
- OPWDD Self-Direction Funding
- Private Pay
- School District Contracts
Visit us
Location and directions
Map
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Music Academy for Special Learners
Does a student need prior music experience to enroll?
No prior music experience is needed. Instructors adapt all lessons and instruments to each student's physical and cognitive abilities.
Can families use OPWDD Self-Direction funding?
Yes, Music Academy for Special Learners accepts OPWDD Self-Direction budget funding for lessons and therapy sessions.
Where are campuses located on Long Island?
The academy operates three campus locations in Hauppauge, West Babylon, and Riverhead, NY.
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