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Music students receive one-on-one instruction and later rehearse with the full ensemble. During music lessons, students are taught the proper respect and handling of instruments. For instance, musicians learn to pay respect to instruments before and after playing, to avoid foot contact with instruments and to walk around instruments without stepping over them.

The center currently teaches:
Thai classical orchestra
Northeastern Bohng Lahng Ensemble (the first ensemble established in the United States

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The Thai Cultural Center’s dance repertoire represents various styles of Thai dance, from classical to dramatic to regional. The graceful and precise classical and dramatic styles introduce students to stories from Thai history, literature and mythology that borrow largely from Hindu traditions and to the practices and customs of ancient royal courts. Through regional styles, students become familiar with the diverse choreography, music and dress associated with each of Thailand’s four regions: North, Northeastern, Central and South.

Students ideally begin studying dance from the ages of three to five, however, the center accepts beginning students starting from age six. Students learn finger, wrist and joint stretches and warm-ups to increase flexibility. As with the study of Thai music, students practice proper signs of respect to teachers and dance deities.