Kids Music Classes in NYC, New York

In these classes, designed for the youngest music-makers and the people who love them, parents will be introduced to fun and interesting musical activities designed to inspire neurological development. Our indoor class, Jam Sessions Babies is taught by Kids at Work Founder Julie Averill, who has over 10 years of experience working with infants and...

Music Theory for Kids are developed for kids (Ages 5-8) to enjoy learning music theory through Music Mind Games. All musical concepts are introduced through games, because kids love games! Kids will learn basic of music theories, such as dictation, alphabet, reading rhythms, notes reading and more. This class is for all level of students and helps...

This is the second part of a four-course series. In this class,  This class introduce the basics of strumming and simple chords. Students will have many opportunities to polish skills that they have acquired in the previous course.

This is the second part of a four-course series. In Beginner 1 class, students will learn to play melodies. Students will also get many opportunities to review the basic of playing the cello, that they learned in previous course. In addition, students learn basics of music theories, such as dynamics, rhythm, and musical alphabets through fun musical...

This is the second part of a four-course series. In this class, through games and activities, students will learn more notes on violin and start playing simple melodies. Students also brush up previously acquired techniques. Students also will build a foundation for understanding music concepts, such as dynamics, rhythm, and melody.  Materials:...

Join us for a 45-minute music session of upbeat tunes that you and your little ones can jam out to! Your teacher comes armed with a guitar and props/instruments for the kids to use throughout the class: shakers, scarves, a parachute and more! Jam out to fun children's songs, rock n' roll oldies, and today's hits. Adult participation required. Notes...

This class is for students that already know the basics of guitar, some chords and minimal strumming pattern. These classes will teach you how to play guitar through playing songs and will further develop your picking.  Finger picking and strumming patterns as well as ability to read tabs and music notation. You will learn lead guitar parts along...

In this class, students will learn basics of playing the guitar such as how to hold their instruments, how to pluck a single string with a pick, how to use left hand and more. By the end of this course, students will acquire the ability to play 1-3 strings individually without looking. In addition, students will learn where the note C, and D notes...

Introduction violin group classes offer instrumental instructions for young beginners. Through games and activities, students will learn basics of playing the violin such as how to hold their instruments, how to play with the bow and etc. This is the first part of a four-course series. Absolute beginners are welcome. 

A 4-week mini course where students build a foundation centered on our proven vocal techniques. Students will learn to sing with proper breath control, pitch control, expand vocal range, dynamics, rhythm, and live performance. Group and individual instruction will be given.  Songs are performed in class with backing tracks and each class begins...

This is a beginners class on jazz for 9-12 year olds.

Introduction to Cello is designed for young music lover (age 5-8) who like to try out the cello. No prior experience is necessary. Through fun games and activities, students will learn the fundamentals of playing the cello; how to hold their cellos, how to play with proper left hand and bow hold technique, and more. This is the first part of...

Children (and adults) will become birds, big fat bears and trees, while experiencing music that is often improvised and certainly not typical of children's music classes. Jam Sessions Toddlers contains songs that are built around interesting, age-appropriate storytelling and dramatic movement. We believe that very young children are capable of...

What would happen if you combined storytelling yoga with original music, immersive puppetry, and game-based learning all into one class for young children? The answer is Yogie Land. From lifelong educator, Grant Henry comes the world-renowned musical yoga adventure for children ages 6 months – 8 years old. Yogie Land (YL) finds the perfect balance...

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...