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Immerse yourself in the vibrant music scene of NYC with music performance classes that cover a range of instruments and genres, allowing participants to hone their skills and learn from industry professionals.

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Cante Accompaniment Class

Flamenco Latino @ 244 W 54th St, New York, NY

For players with some flamenco background, a knowledge of chord positions, and ability to play in rhythm using flamenco rasqueados. Guest singers will present repertoire in forms such as tangos, bulerias, alegrias, solea por bulerias and rumba. Everyone will initially try to play along with Basilio accompanying a routine of the guest singer. Afterwards, Basilio will break down the chords for the verses the singer presented, and give details about...

(4) Beginner 16 and older
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Singing Country Harmony

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

Deepen your understanding of vocal harmony by singing and analyzing the vocal arrangements of classic country groups like The Carter Family, The Louvin Brothers, Buck Owens, The Everly Brothers and more! We’ll explore basic music theory about how notes join together to form intervals and chords, and then experience those concepts in real time by singing well-loved songs that feature two and three-part harmonies.

(41) All levels 15 and older
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$275

8 sessions

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Musical Improv Level 2: Technique

Brooklyn Comedy Collective @ 137 Montrose Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Sharpen your musical improv skills with advanced techniques to enhance your improvisational abilities and stage presence under the guidance of professionals.

(4) Intermediate 16 and older
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$395

7 sessions

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Inside The Booking Process

Behind The Scenes: Music Business @ 18 Bleecker St, New York, NY

How artists get booked for shows, and the people involved in the process. The role of primary parties and the distinction between venue, promoter, and artist. The role of secondary parties and the distinction between talent bookers, booking agents, and managers. What percentage of revenue each party takes, and potential for profit in each role. Who is the key decision maker for each booking, and who can influence that decision. What a booking...

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Learn to Jam with Austin

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

Discover the joy of bluegrass jamming at The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music. No experience necessary - just bring your guitar, mandolin, banjo, fiddle, bass, or dobro and get ready to join in the fun! Learn to play with confidence in a supportive and encouraging environment.

(41) All levels 15 and older
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Adult Summer Intensive Rock Band Camp

Beacon Music Factory @ 333 Fishkill Avenue, Beacon, NY

You will spend the week rehearsing songs, dissecting arrangements, working out your own original songs (have you got original songs? please bring em!), taking lessons; ...You'll break out into smaller groups and spend time with individual instructors. Plus, we've just added a recording suite, so your band can do some recording. You'll rock out together, make new friends, sing together; expert teachers will stop by to give master class workshops...

All levels 18 and older
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$850

5 sessions

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BOOKER T & The M.G.'s Band Camp

Beacon Music Factory @ 333 Fishkill Avenue, Beacon, NY

Stax recording artists Booker T. & the M.G.'s were an American instrumental R&B/funk band that was influential in shaping the sound of Southern soul and Memphis soul. The original members of the group were Booker T. Jones, Steve Cropper, Lewie Steinberg, and Al Jackson Jr.

All levels 18 and older
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$650

10 sessions

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Lucy Woodward’s SingShop

92nd Street Y

Celebrated singer/songwriter Lucy Woodward (Rod Stewart, Snarky Puppy, Celine Dion, Pink Martini, Charlie Hunter) joins the 92Y School of Music for a unique and exclusive new four-week online music workshop! A singer who can and does perform everything from pop to jazz to blues, Lucy brings her far-ranging vocal talent and deep inside knowledge of the music industry to this exciting new workshop combining expert vocal coaching for singers of all...

(1068) All levels 18 and older
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ATNY's Got Talent! Youth Singer & Monologue Cabaret

Actors Technique NY Kids & Teens @ 343 W 46th Street, New York, NY

ATNY's Got Talent! Youth Singer & Monologue Cabaret Showcase at Don't Tell Mama This special night is for all young singers and monologuers!  That’s right, if you feel awesome about your vocal quality or that amazing monologue you are so great at, this is for you.  All performers will be on stage at NYC’s famous “Don’t Tell Mama” for a live cabaret showcase!  We’ll give you a chance to block and rehearse before the...

(7) All levels 7 - 21 years old
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Turkish Music - Piano

Turkish Cultural Center New York

Explore Turkish Music with the musical instrument Piano.

(44) All levels 12 and older
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Turkish Music - Kanun

Turkish Cultural Center New York

Explore Turkish Music with the musical instrument Kanun.

(44) All levels 12 and older
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Turkish Music - Ney

Turkish Cultural Center New York

Explore Turkish Music with the musical instrument Ney.

(44) All levels 12 and older
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Turkish Music - Daf

Turkish Cultural Center New York

Explore Turkish Music with the musical instrument Daf.

(44) All levels 12 and older
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Turkish Music - Baglama

Turkish Cultural Center New York

Explore Turkish Music with the musical instrument Baglama.

(44) All levels 12 and older
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Ukulele from Scratch

The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music

Ukulele from scratch is for the absolute beginner. We will review tuning, how to play basic chords, strumming, rhythm, dynamics, and how to read uke chord charts, with a focus on singing while playing. Every class will involve time to play together and learning uke jam etiquette. We will review the care of your instrument, changing strings, and finding resources. Once you have completed this class you will feel comfortable playing in a group setting,...

(41) All levels 15 and older
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$275

8 sessions

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Fingerpicking Guitar

The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music

Fingerpicking Guitar is for intermediate guitarists who have a basic grasp of the instrument (you know your basic major and minor chords and can play along to “simple” folk/country songs). You don’t have to have a lot of experience fingerpicking. We’ll start off simply with foundational techniques and basic patterns. By the end of 8 weeks, you’ll be able to fingerpick chords on multiple songs and maybe even begin playing simple melodies...

(41) Intermediate 15 and older
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$275

8 sessions

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Musical Comedy (Online)

Brooklyn Comedy Collective @ 109 Meserole St, Brooklyn, NY

Comedy music is in. The NYTimes thinks so, audiences think so, and hopefully you do too. In this class, we’ll teach you how to find your unique musical and comedic voice: simultaneously. You will take what makes you tick and turn it into a musical act via learning songwriting techniques —and how they naturally correspond with finding a strong comedic game to each song.  We’ll learn how to use your own point of view and life experiences...

(4) All levels 16 and older
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$295

6 sessions

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Opera 101

Q.E.D.

Are you curious about opera but think it's expensive and stuffy? It doesn't have to be! This class dispels the mystery surrounding opera and makes this genre accessible to anyone. We’ll discuss the basics, including key terms and a breakdown of what's happening on stage and in the music and text. We’ll also look at the original invention of opera and its development throughout history. You’ll walk away with the skills to enjoy, understand,...

(252) Beginner 16 and older
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In Praise of Light: Secret Instructions for the Heart

New York Open Center

Tonight the acclaimed storyteller Laura Simms will share a rich tapestry of passionate and riveting tales from a wide range of traditions and personal experience (Celtic, Inuit, Persian, Buddhist, Jewish, African and New York City) that unveil the secrets of love in all of its forms—emotional, physical, divine—and that grapple with the nature of the human condition, spirituality, and the quest for wisdom. Ultimately what drives us, these very...

(299) All levels 18 and older
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Han Chung Eun’s Starlight Forest Concert

The Korea Society

Renowned flutist Han Chung Eun presents fresh interpretations of traditional Korean court music through solo performances and duets with Rami Seo on Gayakeum.  Chung Eun’s recent performances include the historic inauguration of Park Geun-Hye, the first woman to be elected as President in South Korea, the 2013 NYC Winter Jazz Festival with Sunny Kim, the Opening Ceremony at 2013 Busan International Film Festival, and the Closing Ceremony...

(8) All levels 18 and older
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