Music Classes in Washington, DC

Students will learn how to brainstorm better song ideas, implement creative ways of expressing them, and understand various song forms and how to best utilize them. Topics explored: word banks, syllabic and melodic phrasing, how to best utilize chord structures and modes, as well as irony and contrast within lyric and songwriting.

Learn the fundamental habits of a superior guitar player and master the basic chords, strums, and understanding to prepare for further study in all styles of guitar. Learn to play great songs by artists such as Coldplay, Jason Mraz, Guns 'n' Roses, The Beatles, Green Day, Ed Sheeran, Paramore, and more with confidence and competence. Absolutely...

Originally founded October 15, 1921 by Arthur Cremin, the New York Schools of Music (now City Music Schools) was the realization of his dream to make quality music education available to everyone. Today we carry on that tradition with inexpensive private instruction on any musical instrument or voice. Important: Scheduling for private lessons is...

Hone your singing, musical and artistic abilities this summer with The Vocal Lab NYC! Private lessons for beginners, intermediate or advanced students.  Genres: pop, musical theatre, rock, jazz, R&B, country, singer/songwriter and more!  Lessons focus on establishing solid technique in breathing, breath management, fluid phrasing,...

Learn the fundamentals of guitar and play great songs by artists such as the Beatles, Green Day, Guns 'n' Roses, Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash and more with confidence and competence. Learn the fundamental habits of a superior guitar player and master the basic chords, strums, and understanding to prepare for further study in all styles of guitar. You do...

Originally founded October 15, 1921 by Arthur Cremin, the New York Schools of Music (now City Music Schools) was the realization of his dream to make quality music education available to everyone. Today we carry on that tradition with inexpensive private instruction on any musical instrument or voice. Important: Scheduling for private lessons is...

Originally founded October 15, 1921 by Arthur Cremin, the New York Schools of Music (now City Music Schools) was the realization of his dream to make quality music education available to everyone. Today we carry on that tradition with inexpensive private instruction on any musical instrument or voice. Important: Scheduling for private lessons is...

Learn the art of this exciting vocal percussion in a fun and dynamic class that will invite you to admit that your body is a musical instrument! We will learn the different sounds which make the foundation of Beatbox, as well as different rhythms, breath exercises and more. [Suitable for complete beginners, vocalists, singers, all ages are welcome....

In this class you’ll get an exclusive ONLINE one-on-one music production tutoring, that’ll fit your own level. All you need is your computer and headphones. If you are a beginner, you will learn all the basic skills and tools to independently create your own beat by the end of this class. No previous background is needed. If you are an advanced...

This vocal workshop is open to beginner and intermediate students looking to develop vocal technique while tapping into the language of jazz.  Whether you are an aspiring singer or an instrumentalist who would like to do more singing, If you are looking for singing classes in New York City, this workshop will give you the ability to learn the...

Gain further mastery and confidence with basic chords and strums. Strum and sing great songs by artists such as Tom Petty, Nirvana, John Lennon, Janis Joplin, Coldplay, Jack Johnson, Jimi Hendrix, Elton John, Johnny Cash, Guns 'n' Roses, Green Day, the Eagles and more.  Prerequisite: This class is for those who have completed Guitar for Absolute...

Drummers Unite! The NYJA® Online Jazz Drumming Cohort is open to intermediate, advanced, and professional level drummers and percussionists who are looking to delve deeply into drum rudiments, jazz techniques and grooves, rhythmic-specific methods, and other drum-centric topics.

Learn and play mixed strums, riffs, arpeggios, bass runs and first barre chords in the style of artists like The Rolling Stones, Bob Marley, Nirvana, REM, India Arie, Lynyrd Skynyrd, AC/DC, the Indigo Girls and more.  Prerequisite: This class is for students who have completed Guitar For Near Beginners or who have otherwise learned basic open...

Master basic guitar techniques, play songs by heart, and build your set list. Solidify your skills and gain increased comfort and confidence with the guitar, while gaining a deeper understanding of chords, strums, slash chords, mixed single notes and strumming, and much more. The class includes a massive chord review, a massive strum review,...

This course is an introduction to the electric bass. Students will learn to successfully play amplified bass guitar in a group setting. They will receive basic instruction on note reading, finger positioning, and harmonies.  Students need to provide their own electric bass, bass cable, and picks. A portable bass amplifier is recommended but not...