The New York Pops’ innovative PopsEd music education programming allows New Yorkers of all ages and backgrounds to participate in fully customizable music programs that blend traditional education with pure fun.
PopsEd makes music open to all, and uses tools like composition, lyric writing, performance and mentorship to foster learning and unbridled creativity. In doing so, these programs excite students and give them skills they can apply to all areas of their
lives.

2023-2024 Education Report
Learn more about how PopsEd impacted New York City students this past school year.

Kids in the Balcony
Kids in the Balcony provides free tickets to students for each concert.

Kids in the Stadium
Kids in the Stadium takes Kids in the Balcony to Queens.

Kids on Stage
Middle school musicians join The New York Pops at Carnegie Hall.

Residencies
Residencies send Teaching Artists into schools for hands-on music programs.