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Minutes from Downtown Bellevue

The Northwest's Premier Community Music School

Making high-quality music education accessible to all for over 60 years. 

Founded in 1966, Music Works Northwest has grown into a premier nonprofit community music school offering private and group lessons, performance ensembles, summer camps, early childhood education, and more to thousands of King County residents of all ages each year.

OUR PROGRAMS

music Lessons, Classes & Camps

We offer high‑quality music education and essential access services that support learners, families, and schools across Bellevue and the Eastside 

YOUTH AND ADULT INSTRUCTION

Private Lessons

Personalized one-to-one instruction that supports musical growth for students of all ages. 

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Children playing trumpets in a music class

GROUP PROGRAMS

Classes & Ensembles

Collaborative group learning that builds skills, confidence, and performance experience. 

MUSIC, FRIENDS & FUN 

Summer Camps

Creative, fun, skill building music camps designed for young musicians ages 4–15. 

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MUSIC FOR YOUNG LEARNERS 

Early Childhood 

Play based music classes that nurture rhythm, movement, and early developmental skills. 

We bring inclusive music education into schools and community spaces across Bellevue and the Eastside. 

Board-certified music therapists support students of all ages through personalized music therapy programs. 

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Need-based financial support helps ensure that cost is never a barrier to high quality music education. 

Our instrument loan program gives students access to instruments so they can begin learning without upfront costs. 

SERVICES

Accessibility & Support 

We offer services that support access to music education - from tuition assistance and instrument loans to outreach programs and music therapy. 

MISSION & VISION 

Transforming Lives through Music 

Music Works Northwest is a nonprofit community music school transforming lives through the power of music. For 60 years, we’ve strengthened communities across Bellevue, Redmond, Kirkland, and the greater Eastside by making high‑quality music education accessible to all. 

 

Our exceptional faculty—accomplished teaching artists, active performing musicians, and compassionate educators—create a welcoming environment where students of all ages and abilities can learn, grow, and thrive. 

 

We offer private lessons, group classes, summer camps, early childhood programs, and music therapy, partnering with schools and community organizations across King County to expand access to music and ensure every student can experience the joy and lifelong benefits of making music. 

TESTIMONIALS

What Families & Educators Are Saying 

Some kind words from the students, parents and educators we support. 

“Mr. Anthony helped the low brass section very kindly. He helped all of us with our breathing and notes that needed work. The things he helped us with were very helpful and we are grateful for his visit."

Will - 8th Grade

"Your efforts and enrichment to music education for young people is a true gift to our community! Thank you for this!"

The Menor Family - James, Erin & Jason 

"...It makes such a difference to the students’ learning to hear specific techniques from masters of their instruments. We can’t even measure the impact that it has on our program when we get these visits, but we see the results right away..."

Todd M. - Public School Teacher

DONORS & PARTNERS

Our Generous Supporters

Our supporters help expand access to music education across the Eastside. 

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READY TO GET STARTED?

Start Your Musical Journey

Explore our lessons, ensembles, camps, and community programs to find the right path for you or your student.

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Help expand access to music education across the Eastside. 

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Change Lives Through Music - Support our Mission

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CELEBRATING 60 YEARS IN MUSIC!

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