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Learn to play guitar from day one in this beginner course at the New York City Guitar School, designed to make the process enjoyable and approachable. Students learn essential chords and strumming patterns through real songs in a sociable, encouraging class setting. Guitars are available to borrow, so there is nothing to bring but a readiness to play.

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Beginners 2: Strums for Absolute Beginners

New York City Guitar School @ 251 W 30th St, New York, NY

Take your guitar playing to the next level with mixed strumming patterns and smoother chord transitions. Learn how to play complete songs by well-known artists, mastering both the "basic" and "best" strumming styles. In a supportive, encouraging environment, you'll receive personalized feedback and celebrate real, steady progress.

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Beginners 3: Guitar For Near Beginners

New York City Guitar School @ 251 W 30th St, New York, NY

Start your musical journey with a guitar course built for absolute beginners. You'll learn foundational chords, practice with real songs, and connect with fellow students at the New York City Guitar School. Guitars are provided—all you need to bring is your enthusiasm.

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Beginners 6: Precision Rhythm for Intermediate Beginners

New York City Guitar School @ 251 W 30th St, New York, NY

Pick up the guitar for the first time in this welcoming beginner course at the New York City Guitar School. Students develop core chord knowledge and rhythm through practice with real, recognizable songs in a supportive group environment. Guitars are available in class, so no equipment is needed to get started.

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Beginners 8: Barre Chords for Advanced Beginners

New York City Guitar School @ 251 W 30th St, New York, NY

Start your guitar journey at the New York City Guitar School in this course built specifically for absolute beginners. Students learn fundamental chords through real songs, building skills in a social, encouraging classroom. Instruments are provided, so the only thing you need to bring is enthusiasm and a willingness to play.

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Lead I: Intro to Lead Guitar

New York City Guitar School East

4.6 5 reviews

Unlock the secrets of crafting captivating guitar solos with our foundational lead guitar course. Designed for players familiar with chords and songs, this class guides you through essential scales, techniques, and fretboard navigation. Master the art of soloing with powerful tools like the “King Box” and “Blue Note,” and elevate your musicianship to new heights.

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Description

Have you ever wanted to just play a sweet guitar solo but didn't know what to do?

This class is for beginning to intermediate guitar players who know chords/barre chords and how to play songs but have never played single note solos before.

In this class you learn, from the ground up, how to play a Major and minor pentatonic scale using one pattern and how to change keys. You will learn all of the core techniques like hammer-on's, pull-off's, slides and bends. You will understand how to choose the right scale to play and how to navigate the fretboard in three octaves. You will also learn about the “King Box”, the “Blue Note” and many other awesome sounds and techniques shown through licks and examples. You will learn to think like a musician and be a better guitar player, building a solid foundation in music.

Refund Policy

Note: This provider has a temporary cancellation policy for COVID-19 related cancellations which is as follows:

If a student drops from their class at least 48 hours prior to the start date, we can issue a full refund or save the credit for a later date.

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Original cancellation policy (non-COVID-19):

You can withdraw from a class at any time after it begins by notifying us for a one hundred percent credit (not a refund) for future sessions which are scheduled after your drop date. You can use that credit towards any other class session. Please note that you can't get credit for sessions which ran before you contacted us, so call early.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

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New York City Guitar School East

Elevate your guitar skills at NYC Guitar School's Upper East Side location, offering personalized lessons for all levels. Experience a supportive environment led by expert instructors, tailored to help you reach your musical goals.

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Beginners 1: Guitar for Absolute Beginners

Beginners 2: Strums for Absolute Beginners

Beginners 3: Guitar For Near Beginners

Beginners 6: Precision Rhythm for Intermediate Beginners

Beginners 8: Barre Chords for Advanced Beginners

Lead I: Intro to Lead Guitar

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Refund Policy

Note: This provider has a temporary cancellation policy for COVID-19 related cancellations which is as follows:

Original cancellation policy (non-COVID-19):

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