We believe that passion for learning combined with dedication to excellence can make music a lifelong source of joy and inspiration for our students and families. Our encouraging environment allows students to gain confidence in their musical abilities, learn discipline and mastery, and enjoy music-making with their peers.
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Building Personal Connections through Music
Our rich, vibrant musical community offers a variety of classes, interaction with guest artists, ensemble experiences, concerts, educational workshops, solo and group performances, and other unique opportunities in collaboration with arts organizations throughout the region.
Lessons & Classes
Our robust offerings include lessons and classes in over a dozen instruments, perfect for learning new skills and nurturing the talents you already have.
Explore the World of Music
Studying music sharpens your memory, engages your creativity, challenges your mind and creates pathways to success that last a lifetime. Pick an area of study and prepare to be inspired by all that you can do at Omaha Conservatory of Music!
Violin / Viola
We offer a robust strings program designed to help violinists and violists excel.
Cello / Bass
Offering deep, rich tones, the cello and bass’s size are matched only by the beauty of their sounds.
Piano
A beautiful instrument in its own right, the piano is foundational for anyone striving to become a professional musician or music educator.
Voice
Sing out with voice lessons. Strengthen your skills and learn techniques to protect your voice.
Guitar / Ukulele
Versatile instruments suited for a variety of musical styles, you’ll love learning to rock out with guitar and ukulele.
Winds, Brass & Percussion
We offer lessons for a variety of winds, brass and percussion instruments, including clarinet, drum set, snare drum, trumpet and more!
Conducting
Learn to harness the power of time itself with conducting lessons.
Music for Anyone
Whether you’re a caregiver looking to start your child off on the right note or an adult ready to begin your own musical journey, our offerings can help meet your musical goals!
Theory, Composition, & History
Music theory, composition and history are important for any serious music student. Up your game by learning all about these musical must-knows.
The Conservatory at a Glance
$130,936
awarded in financial aid this academic year
38
top-notch music teachers
75
studio recitals every academic year
294
generous donors last academic year
Words from Our Community
"This is a long-term, worthwhile investment. It has an impact that extends beyond playing a musical instrument — you get to become part of a supportive community of music lovers who encourage each other to be better. The positivity and confidence building truly blends into other areas of your life."
Elizabeth Matthews, Alumna
Words from Our Community
"So much about OCM sets it apart as a musical program of opportunity, but I suppose the heart of all the excellence is in the instructors. The more we take advantage of opportunities provided at OCM, the more we work with various faculty and staff, and the more enriched and motivated our kiddos become. It's so exciting to watch."
Heidi Meade, Parent
Words from Our Community
"Everyone I talked to during the sign up process was so encouraging and cheered on this 51-year-old trying the violin for the first time!"
Betsy Scott, Student
Words from Our Community
"We've had such a fantastic experience with all of our teachers so far and have seen amazing results with our kids' playing ability. Both of my children have learned better hand position, note reading skills, and have improved in their overall musicianship since taking lessons at OCM."
Karyn Struck, Parent
Upcoming Events
Spring Studio Recitals
Apr
19
April 16, 2021 @ 7:30 pm - May 9, 2021 @ 4:30 pm CDT
adult offering, all ages, artist-faculty, cello / bass, clarinet, concert, conducting, Events, flute, guitar / ukulele, kid-friendly, music for anyone, piano, piccolo, recitals, strings, students, theory, composition, & history, trombone, trumpet, violin / viola, virtual offering, voice, winds, brass, & percussion
Hear the culmination of the semester as each studio presents compelling performances by hardworking Conservatory students!
Scholar Showcase
Apr
23
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
all ages, cello / bass, clarinet, concert, conducting, Events, flute, guitar / ukulele, kid-friendly, music for anyone, piano, piccolo, recitals, strings, students, theory, composition, & history, trombone, trumpet, violin / viola, voice, winds, brass, & percussion
The Omaha Conservatory's third annual Scholar Showcase highlights the achievements of our outstanding students. Merit Scholars, chosen through audition, perform their top selections.
Mark Moliterno in Concert
Jun
18
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
all ages, concert, Events, kid-friendly, students, voice
Join us for the kickoff concert to our Voice Intensive festival featuring Guest-Artists Mark Moliterno (Bass-Baritone, Founder of YOGAVOICE®) and Barbara Gonzalez-Palmer (Collaborative Pianist). Open to the public and tickets are $10
