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Register for Spring 2026
The Colburn Community School welcomes students of all ages and ability levels. Learn from renowned faculty at Los Angeles’ premier performing arts school, located in downtown.
Spring 2026 registration information is below.
- Priority registration for continuing students begins at 8 am on November 1, 2025.
- Open enrollment for all students begins at 8 am on November 15, 2025.
- A $30 registration fee will applied to all new enrollments beginning January 1, 2026.
- Students may enroll in private lessons at any time throughout the year. Submit an inquiry for instructor placement.
You can register online or via email.
To register by email, please send the completed PDF form to cspa@colburnschool.edu.
Now Accepting Herbert Zipper Scholarship Applications for Spring 2026
The Community School is accepting new applications for the Herbert Zipper Scholarship, a full-tuition scholarship for highly-motivated young musicians. We are seeking applicants in the following areas: Bassoon, Double Bass, French Horn, Oboe, Percussion, Trombone, Tuba, Viola, and Voice (Tenor and Bass priority).
- Application Deadline: January 3, 2026 at 11:59 PM
Late applications will not be accepted. - In-Person Auditions: January 10, 2026
Auditions are scheduled upon invitation from the Scholarship Committee. - First Day of Spring Semester: January 12, 2026
Academic Calendar
We recommend that students and parents regularly review our academic calendars for updates. The Colburn School only observes holidays noted on our calendar. We do not follow the Los Angeles Unified School District calendar or that of other districts.
2025-26 Academic Calendar (PDF)
Private Instruction
At the Colburn Community School of Performing Arts, students of all ages and ability levels can receive one-on-one instruction on any instrument, including voice. Our esteemed faculty share their expertise to help students develop their musicianship, technique, and confidence.
Students enrolled in private lessons also gain access to additional performance opportunities at Colburn, including Friday Night Recitals, the Winter and McAllister Honors Recitals, and master classes with renowned guest artists. Additionally, these students qualify for a 50% tuition discount on any music theory group class – these classes are instrumental in any young musician’s development as it helps them explore and understand the inner workings of their craft. Note that this discount only applies to year-long enrollments; students who register late in the year may not qualify.
The Community School accepts new private lesson students at any time throughout the year. All students interested in private lessons must first submit an inquiry using the form below.
During the Summer Session, students who enroll in a 8 Lesson Package will receive 10% off of their lesson tuition. Students who enroll in a 16 Lesson Package will receive 15% off of their lesson tuition. If a student registers for a number of lessons other than 8 or 16, the discount will apply only to the first 8 or 16 lessons, and the remaining lessons will be charged at the standard rate. This discount only applies to lesson packages of 8 or 16 lessons with the same instructor on the same instrument.
Approximately 7 days after submitting your inquiry, you will be notified by the appropriate department chair to set up an interview and/or audition in order to determine placement.
Private Lesson Tuition (32 Lessons)
- 30 minutes: $2,880
- 45 minutes: $4,096
- 60 minutes: $5,216
- 90 minutes: $7,648
Tuition is discounted for woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments, and special rates apply for Master Rate instructors. For more information, please contact the Community School office.
Ensemble Auditions
The Community School is proud to offer a wide selection of student ensembles, giving students of varying ages and ability levels the opportunity to collaborate with their peers and develop their musicianship.
We are currently accepting applications for select instruments in our 2025-26 ensembles. Please submit an inquiry for more information.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, please contact the Community School office at cspa@colburnschool.edu or 213-621-4548. Thank you!