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New York City Guitar School

NYC Guitar School is a top-rated guitar school in New York City that offers fast and easy guitar lessons with dedicated teachers, effective curriculum, and a friendly staff. Students can expect to leave the school ready to rock.

New York City Guitar School

Upcoming Classes at New York City Guitar School

  • Beginners 1: Guitar for Absolute Beginners

    Unlock your musical potential with a guitar course designed for absolute beginners. Students will learn basic chords, practice with real songs, and connect with classmates at the New York City Guitar School. Guitars are provided, so all you need to bring is your desire to rock!

    Next start date: Wednesday, Mar 20th, 6–7pm Eastern Time
    Price: $357
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251 West 30th St 11th Floor, New York, NY 10001
New York City Guitar School
Chelsea, Manhattan
251 West 30th St 11th Floor
Btwn 7th & 8th Avenues
New York, New York 10001

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Description

Our teachers and staff are united in a desire to be a Great Guitar School - one with spectacular lessons and classes and outstanding service.

We want every student, guest and teacher to leave our school strengthened in mind and spirit, and more able to rock!

If you love guitar, you will love how fast and easy learning to play can be at NYC Guitar School. We have dedicated teachers, the world's most effective curriculum, wonderful classmates, all at NYC's #1 school for adults.

  • Study with the top guitar teachers in NYC
  • Learn guitar step by step using the most effective curriculum for beginners
  • Wonderful classmates and the friendliest staff around
  • And...our make-up policy is ridiculously awesome.


"Attending the school allowed me to realize that I could actually play the guitar and have fun doing it."

- Nick, Attorney

"These are the first classes in my life that I look forward to all week!"

- Seth, Producer/Director


Reviews of New York City Guitar School

(4.8-star rating across 60 reviews)
  • Guitar Ensemble

    Reviewed by Richard G. on 12/15/2020
    Greg did an amazing job leading our class. I am so appreciative of the encouragement and expertise he provides. Can’t wait until the next one.
  • Beginners 1: Guitar for Absolute Beginners

    Anonymous review on 5/25/2020
    Friendliest staff in town!
  • Beginners 1: Guitar for Absolute Beginners

    Anonymous review on 5/15/2020
    It was super fun! Learned so much and glad I did it.
  • Beginners 1: Guitar for Absolute Beginners

    Reviewed by edwin l. on 4/7/2020
    Emily was great had alot of enthusiasm energy and made each class exciting and engaging even when we had to go remote due to Corona!
  • Beginners 1: Guitar for Absolute Beginners

    Anonymous review on 3/13/2020
    I really enjoyed the class and always wanted to learn how to play, but found it difficult to start on my own. I am truly an absolute beginner, and it was nice to take a class with peers that were at the same level. If you’ve always dreamed of playing guitar, I would recommend this class to turn the dream into reality. With a little commitment, it’s not as hard as you would think. Have fun!
  • Beginners 1: Guitar for Absolute Beginners

    Reviewed by Linda H. on 9/27/2019
    The teacher was very professional, upbeat, patient, knowledgeable, and personable. He was encouraging and gave the right amount of challenge during the course.
  • Beginners 1: Guitar for Absolute Beginners

    Reviewed by Alyssa B. on 8/7/2019
    Tia was the best!
  • Beginners 1: Guitar for Absolute Beginners

    Reviewed by Alexis T. on 4/25/2019
    Vincent aka Vinnie’s class is the best! It’s the perfect class if you’ve wanted to play guitar but didn’t know where to start and want some accountability. It’s a very inviting space - you’ll want to make sure to rent or have a guitar at home to practice. It makes a world of difference when you really do practice 10-15 minutes even just a couple times a week.
  • Beginners 1: Guitar for Absolute Beginners

    Reviewed by sara k. on 3/14/2019
    Wish I’d done it sooner!
  • Beginners 1: Guitar for Absolute Beginners

    Reviewed by Kate B. on 2/27/2019
    Excellent class...!! I can finally play a guitar, after years of trying by myself here and there, which got me nowhere, but with this class I feel the confidence that I can play. Issac was an excellent teacher and the pace was totally manageable for working professionals. I highly recommend this class.
  • Guitar II: Near Beginners

    Anonymous review on 6/26/2018
    Not very motivating, driven or organized. No concrete goals. Friendly teacher but didn’t meet my expectations. May be a lack of culture/expectation set by the school.
  • Guitar II: Near Beginners

    Reviewed by Mayelin N. on 4/24/2018
    I learned a lot of new techniques in this class that helped built upon the foundation of skills learned in the absolute beginners class. The class went at a good pace and Austin, our instructor, was very knowledgeable and patient. He took the time to make sure we learned the concepts. The class takes time and effort, but it’s worth it! There’s still much to learn, so I’ll go on to the next level!
  • Guitar II: Near Beginners

    Anonymous review on 2/15/2018
    Fun class. Definitely going onto the next level!
  • Guitar II: Near Beginners

    Anonymous review on 2/8/2018
    The class was great!
  • Beginners 1: Guitar for Absolute Beginners

    Anonymous review on 2/3/2018
    I can’t believe how much I already know after just 10 weeks!
  • Beginners 1: Guitar for Absolute Beginners

    Reviewed by Juan R. on 3/30/2017
    Great class structure, great online resources and Shane Chapman is a wonderful teacher!
  • Guitar II: Near Beginners

    Reviewed by Jorge M. on 7/28/2016
    The class was a lot of fun and Curtis the professor was simply awesome. I learnt a lot: new chirds, new songs, new strumming patterns.... Definitely recommended
  • Beginners 1: Guitar for Absolute Beginners

    Reviewed by Sydney S. on 5/9/2016
    Great class
  • Bass I: Bass Guitar for Absolute Beginners

    Reviewed by Gina M. on 1/29/2016
    This class is ideal for those who have little to no experience playing the bass or any instrument. Tia is very patient and the course is crafted around suggestions of the students based on interest and skill level. I highly recommend her as a teacher. She breaks everything down in a way that is understandable and fun to continue on and practice at home with. I will probably take another class with Tia in the future.
  • Beginners 1: Guitar for Absolute Beginners

    Anonymous review on 1/21/2016
    Loved this class and have signed up for another course with the school
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Review Summary by CourseHorse

Students at New York City Guitar School have had positive experiences with their classes, praising the knowledgeable and encouraging instructors who provide a supportive and motivating learning environment. Many students felt that they learned a lot during their time in the classes, especially as beginners. They appreciated the opportunity to learn with peers at the same level and found it easier than trying to learn on their own. The classes were described as fun and engaging, with instructors who took the time to ensure that students understood the concepts being taught. Students also highlighted the value of practicing regularly and the importance of having a guitar at home. Overall, students expressed confidence in their newfound guitar-playing abilities and enthusiasm for continuing their musical journey. Quotes: "I am an absolute beginner, and it was nice to take a class with peers who were at the same level. If you’ve always dreamed of playing guitar, I would recommend this class to turn the dream into reality. With a little commitment, it’s not as hard as you would think. Have fun!" "The teacher was very professional, upbeat, patient, knowledgeable, and personable. He was encouraging and gave the right amount of challenge during the course." "Vincent aka Vinnie’s class is the best! It’s the perfect class if you’ve wanted to play guitar but didn’t know where to start and want some accountability. It’s a very inviting space - you’ll want to make sure to rent or have a guitar at home to practice. It makes a world of difference when you really do practice 10-15 minutes even just a couple times a week."

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