Kaufman Music Center is New York's creative home for music education and performance. It's where music lovers, from curious fans to renowned performers, come together to explore their musical passions. Founded in 1952 as a community music school, today's Kaufman Music Center is home to MERKIN CONCERT HALL; SPECIAL MUSIC SCHOOL, a K-12 NYC public school for musically gifted children; LUCY MOSES SCHOOL, a community arts school for all ages; and FACE THE MUSIC, an acclaimed youth new music ensemble.