Special Music School
Welcome to the Special Music School (P.S. 859) online. A public school for musically gifted children from grades K–8, we are the result of a special partnership between the New York City Department of Education and the Kaufman Center.
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Face the Music
Face the Music is an ensemble of astonishingly talented teenagers performing works by today's most compelling and creative new music composers. more about us
About the Special Music School
Our students benefit from our integrated approach to curriculum, receiving rigorous musical training and academic guidance in a holistic context that emphasizes creative thinking and problem solving. more about us