Manhattan School of Music (MSM) is dedicated to the personal, artistic and intellectual development of aspiring musicians, from pre-college through postgraduate studies. Founded in 1918, today MSM is recognized for its more than 960 highly talented undergraduate and graduate students who come from 45 countries and nearly all 50 states; a world-renowned artist-teacher faculty; and innovative curricula. Each year, MSM presents over 700 performances—musical theater productions, operas, jazz, and chamber music concerts—featuring their talented students. Most are free or have low ticket prices.