Alaria chamber music participants performing, two violinists

Alaria Chamber Music Program for Adults

A Community of Musicians

We value our participants and take them seriously. Amateur musicians engage in music purely for the love of it and that needs to be appreciated and celebrated.
— Yuri Vodovoz, Artistic Director and Coach

Who We Are

For 40 years, Alaria has been New York City’s premier music program for amateur and professional adults of all levels and ages. Members of our performing ensemble are also dedicated teachers and coaches, and are committed to building an inclusive community of chamber music players, listeners, composers, and teachers.

Alaria Chamber Music Event

Come join us and be a part of New York’s vibrant classical music scene!

  • Acquire new skills, and make new friends!

  • Musicians of all ages and skill levels are warmly welcomed

  • Personalized coaching from some of the finest musicians in New York City

  • A commitment to excellence and musical growth

  • A supportive environment that fosters creativity

  • Opportunities to perform with musicians of your level

I would likely never have resumed studying and playing had I not encountered Alaria. Regular coached sessions sustained me through the pain of resuming serious study of a string instrument and developed a sense of pleasure in performing.
— Anne Taylor, Class Participant