Professional musicians take up residence in a select New York City public school to work directly with the school band and orchestra program.

New York Pops teaching artists work with student musicians in a New York City public school to help invigorate the school's music program. During a concentrated three-hour work period, the teachers assist with all aspects of the school's music program, including orchestra, jazz band, concert band, marching band, chorus and private lessons.  The program concludes with a showcase of student performances.