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Discover a world of musical possibilities with a wide range of classes in New York City. From beginner guitar lessons to advanced vocal training, you'll learn from industry professionals and gain the skills to excel in the performing arts.

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Hand Dance - The Art and Spirit of Drumming

New York Open Center @ 22 E 30th St, New York, NY

Explore how drumming stimulates the mind, body, and spirit, activates creative expression, and supports wholeness and well-being. In this workshop, we will learn transformational drumming based on ancient and contemporary understandings of the positive and restorative effects of rhythmic music and harmonic resonance.  We’ll expand our understanding of world music rhythm patterns of the djembe, conga, ashiko, dundun, bells, and rattles, for...

(299) All levels 18 and older
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$145
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Rhythm & Flow: Musicianship for Sound Practitioners

New York Open Center @ 22 E 30th St, New York, NY

Improve your ability to listen by developing musical skills and vocabulary under the masterful guidance of Chris Cherney, an award-winning educator and composer. Chris creates a safe, nonjudgmental environment in which we demystify scales, chords, and intervals, as well as read and improvise music. You will learn a holistic and integrative approach that unifies the intellectual, physical, and emotional aspects of music. Each class will explore:...

(299) All levels 18 and older
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$140

4 sessions

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Dynamic Ear Training for the Contemporary Musician 2

New York Jazz Workshop @ 149 W 46th St, New York, NY

Designed to continue from Level One fall trimester, this course develops our musical perception skills to function at the same level as our instrumental and vocal abilities, thereby achieving a more balanced, dynamic musicianship. Staple musical elements include: melodic minor modes, altered triads, seventh arpeggios and chords in all inversions (five basic types and altered types), chord progressions derived from actual pieces (using root position...

(18) Intermediate 18 and older
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$295

10 sessions

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Traditional Irish Singing I: Beginners

Irish Arts Center @ 244 W 54th St, New York, NY

Participants will learn to sing songs from the traditional Irish repertoire, in the aural tradition. Participants will learn to sing songs from the traditional Irish repertoire, in the aural tradition in which they were originally passed from one singer to another. We will cover basic singing techniques such as breath support and phrasing.

(53) Beginner 18 and older
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$190

8 sessions

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Your Broadway Moment! (3rd-6th)

Broadway Bound Kids @ 225 W 99th St, New York, NY

Curtain up! In this two-week class, BBK teaching artists will work with students to create a cohesive musical revue based on the songs and shows that light up Broadway! At the end of each week, students will take part in a Masterclass with a Broadway performer, and be given the opportunity to perform for a Broadway actor. This incredibly fun program is designed to scale to each student's individual experience, ability, and passions. Don’t miss...

All levels 8 - 11 years old
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$999

12 sessions

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Your Broadway Moment! (7th-12th)

Broadway Bound Kids @ 225 W 99th St, New York, NY

Curtain up! In this two-week class, BBK teaching artists will work with students to create a cohesive musical revue based on the songs and shows that light up Broadway! At the end of each week, students will take part in a Masterclass with a Broadway performer, and be given the opportunity to perform for a Broadway actor. This incredibly fun program is designed to scale to each student's individual experience, ability, and passions. Don’t miss...

All levels 12 - 17 years old
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$999

12 sessions

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Master Class: Introduction to Hard Shoe Dance Technique

Irish Arts Center @ 553 W 51st St, New York, NY

A workshop in Irish solo dancing with hard shoes from the ground up. This three-hour workshop will cover all the basics of Irish solo dancing in hard shoes from the ground up. Students will learn how to make percussive sounds with proper form in both jig and hornpipe timing. The focus of the class will be connecting movement and rhythm, and understanding how the dancer becomes musician. This class is most suitable for those who have taken a beginner...

(53) Beginner 18 and older
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Saving and Recovering Data

The New York Public Library (Tech) @ 476 Fifth Avenue (42nd Street Entrance), New York, NY

Learn how to save data to flash drives and other devices, as well as how to recover data that might be lost. 

(160) All levels 18 and older
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Rank Beginner Flamenco Guitar

Flamenco Latino @ 149 Christopher St., New York, NY

A short introduction to flamenco guitar, focusing on one or two areas of technique for each of 4 classes. One simple falseta (musical passage) or rasqueado sequence (strum passage) for each class. Basic knowledge of open position chords helpful. Nylon string guitar required (classical or flamenco). Rasqueados, basic chords, golpes, 4 & 8 beat compás cycles, Pulgar (thumb) Rasqueados, basic chords, golpes, compás in 12 beat cycles, Pulgar...

(4) Beginner 16 and older
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$180

4 sessions

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Music Theory - Harmonic Concepts

Playcrafting NYC @ 11 Times Square, New York, NY

To become familiar with harmonic concepts which will give students more options for color in their compositions. In this course, we will make use of popular video game music to cover modal interchange (day 1) & reharmonization (day 2), two time-honored methods of adding flavor to a composition. Both courses will involve in-class work (students should bring in pencils & manuscript paper), lecture segments, and class exercises. The classes...

(68) All levels 18 and older
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$40

2 sessions

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Piano (Beginner)

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Discover the joy of playing piano in a supportive group setting. Learn proper hand position, reading music, scales, and fingerings while bonding with fellow musicians. Experience the camaraderie and individualized attention that will enhance your musical journey.

(1070) Beginner 12 and older
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$645

19 sessions

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Blending the Arts: Visual Art, Music, and Poetry

The Jewish Museum @ 1109 5th Ave, New York, NY

Join us for a workshop that explores how music and poetry inspire artists. Discover the relationship between visual art, music, and language. View works of art in the exhibition Leonard Cohen: A Crack in Everything along with works in the Jewish Museum collection. Following the tour, educators will participate in art making activities that integrate the arts.

(8) All levels 18 and older
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ATNY's Broadway Academy - Ridgewood (Ages 12-19)

Actors Technique NY Kids & Teens @ 17 Chestnut St , Ridgewood, NJ

The Most Professional Instruction Led by Actual Broadway Performers and Producers, with Final Industry Performance Showcase! Young actors, welcome to your ultimate theatre adventure! From the moment you step inside, the fun and focused work begins. Over the course of 9 weeks, you will navigate through all aspects of musical stage performance, with Broadway Performers and Producers leading the way, in the most comprehensive program in NJ. ...

(7) All levels 12 - 19 years old
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$745

9 sessions

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Mean Girls: Broadway Musical Camp Educational Intensive

Actors Technique NY Kids & Teens @ 17 Chestnut St , Ridgewood, NJ

'MEAN GIRLS' BROADWAY MUSICAL CAMP Educational Musical Intensive ATNY is proud to bring Broadway camps to Ridgewood, New Jersey this summer in one professional week, to train, prep and present in one amazing musical theatre workshop week.  You’ll be put to the task, and we’re raising the bar. As you know, Now, we’re bringing this professional instruction to you in a special summer camp week. Camp is for all levels,...

(7) All levels 7 - 17 years old
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$695

5 sessions

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Banjo Beginner

Bantam Studios @ 126 St Felix St, Brooklyn, NY

Banjo beginner is an introductory course designed to introduce students to the 5-string banjo via the Clawhammer banjo technique that is used in "Old-Time-Appalachian" music. Students will learn everything from the ground up, including how to hold the banjo, how to tune it, and the parts of the instrument. There will be a strong focus on creating a solid right hand technique to start, after which students will learn left hand techniques such as...

(18) Beginner 21 and older
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$225

8 sessions

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Jr. Folk Beginner Ensemble

The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music @ 315 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY

Instrumental skills and technique are taught, but an emphasis is placed on how to be part of a band, how to interact and support each other, and how to solo and improvise as well as building upon repertoire. Students will also learn to sing while playing, and harmonize with other musicians. Music will be learned by ear, but sheet music and tab will also be provided. The goal of every session is a 35-60 minute final performance in the Jalopy Theatre...

(41) All levels 15 and older
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$360

10 sessions

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Jalopy Bandcamp

The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music @ 315 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY

This class is open to singers and instrumentalists who want to learn how to play in a band and gain confidence in their performances. We will discuss how to arrange music together in small and large ensembles, how to find one’s voice within a group, and strategies for becoming more comfortable on stage. During these sessions, we will work on songs in both a large ensemble and in two smaller bands. Students will also have the opportunity to practice...

(41) All levels 15 and older
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$395

8 sessions

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Improv Workshop I & II

New York Jazz Academy @ 166 Jericho Turnpike Mineola, Mineola, NY

Improv Workshops programs bring together players of similar levels and goals, in an effort to develop as jazz improvisers while working on core repertoire in the jazz canon. Improv workshops are a low-cost and worthwhile alternative to small ensembles, and they are appropriate for any player wanting to work more intently on improv specifics including vocabulary, understanding chord changes, and developing a stronger sense of jazz style. Classes...

(2) All levels 18 and older
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$480

12 sessions

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Jazz Keyboard (Beginner)

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Learn the fundamentals of jazz keyboard with performer and educator, Jamie Reynolds. The Beginner level covers the fundamentals of jazz harmony, rhythm, melody, improvisation, and repertoire from the jazz pianist’s perspective. Topics include chord voicings, rhythmic “comping,” and solo piano styles. The repertoire consists of songs from the Great American Songbook and jazz legends such as Duke Ellington and Sonny Rollins. Class size is limited...

(1070) Beginner 18 and older
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$680

20 sessions

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Guitar (Beginner)

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Embark on your guitar journey in a supportive group environment, starting with tuning, chord diagrams, and finger exercises. Progress to mastering strumming patterns and playing along with recordings under expert guidance. Get ready to unlock your musical potential and bring your own guitar to begin the adventure!

(1070) Beginner 18 and older
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$705

20 sessions

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