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Discover a world of musical possibilities with a wide range of classes in New York City. From beginner guitar lessons to advanced vocal training, you'll learn from industry professionals and gain the skills to excel in the performing arts.

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Bebop Line Building

New York Jazz Academy @ 263 W 86th St, New York, NY

Students will improve their skills related to playing jazz lines. Bebop Line Building is open to intermediate-advanced level instrumentalists who are looking to improve their skills related to playing jazz lines. This is a great way to learn the skills necessary to play jazz guitar effectively while getting a chance to play with other musicians.  Topics covered in the workshop include: Methods for playing through chord changes Bebop scale...

(2) Intermediate 13 and older
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$480

13 sessions

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Kids Absolute Beginner to Guitar: Suzuki Guitar Method

New York Guitar Academy @ 305 W 38th St, New York, NY

The Suzuki method is an internationally known music curriculum & teaching philosophy dating from the mid-20th century, created by Japanese violinist and pedagogue Shinichi Suzuki (1898–1998). The method aims to create an environment for learning music which parallels the linguistic environment of acquiring a native language. Suzuki believed that this environment would also help to foster good moral character. This method involves parental...

(16) All levels 5 - 8 years old
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$295

8 sessions

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Harp Circle

Irish Arts Center @ 726 11th Ave, New York, NY

A multi-level class for students who already have basic harp skills, and who need a bit of motivation in their practice. We will focus on getting around on the harp and remembering tunes and techniques. We will also work on a couple etudes and applying them to traditional tunes. Instrument required

(51) All levels 18 and older
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$234

8 sessions

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Location Sound Recording for TV and Documentary

Harvestworks | Digital Media Arts Center @ 596 Broadway, New York, NY

Learn the concepts of sound to camera setups for TV shooting and separate sound recording aimed at the more documentary style DSLR shoots. Whether you are a beginner to sound or have some sound knowledge and want to know the ropes for recording sound for picture in a professional environment. Practical shooting scenarios will take place with review at the end. Subjects covered: Common mics used in location recording and working principals. ...

(3) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$250

2 sessions

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Group Guitar Lessons

New York Jazz Workshop @ 853 7th Ave., New York, NY

The group guitar workshop is perfect for beginner and intermediate players who would like to take their skills to the next level. Always wanted to learn guitar but balked at the cost of a private lessons? Learn how to play popular songs as well as blues and jazz in a group setting. Led by Chris Mariner this class will teach you how to play chords, learn a tune, write a tune, and improvise. Chris can be heard in a wide variety of ensembles ranging...

(18) Beginner 18 and older
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The Music of Turlough O'Carolan for Harp

Irish Arts Center @ 150 W 46th St, New York, NY

O’Carolan's music is the high point of composition for Celtic harp. This class will work on learning tunes composed by the master. Emphasis will be on developing your own arrangement starting with the basic tune.  Instrument: A limited number of harps are available to rent directly from the instructor. Contact us to make arrangements. Note:  You must be able to play through at least 3-4 tunes before taking this class.

(51) All levels 18 and older
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$170

8 sessions

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Button Accordion I: Beginners

Irish Arts Center @ 500 W 52nd St, New York, NY

Aural, rhythm and sight-reading skills will be developed through a diverse range of Irish tunes such as reels, jigs, polkas, slides, and hornpipes. Students will also gain a comprehensive knowledge of regional style approaches to phrasing and rhythm. This course provides detailed description and explanation of how to perform virtually every operation on the Irish B/C button accordion/concertina such as bellows control (basses for the accordion)...

(51) Beginner 18 and older
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$170

8 sessions

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Traditional Irish Singing

Irish Arts Center @ 244 W 54th St, New York, NY

Singers of all levels of experience are welcome to join in this popular course. Participants will learn to sing songs from the traditional Irish repertoire, in the aural tradition in which they were originally passed from one singer to another. We will explore the historical, literary and geographical background of songs originating from different parts of Ireland. The class will also include an introduction to basic singing techniques, as well as...

(51) All levels 18 and older
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$175

8 sessions

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The Ballads of Frances J. Child

Irish Arts Center @ 520 8th Ave, New York, NY

Together we will learn to sing a number of the traditional 17th and 18th century folk ballads collected by Francis James Child, and explore the timeless themes present in the lyrics: family disputes, star-crossed lovers, meddling mother-in-laws, elfin kings, and more! All singing levels welcome. 

(51) All levels 18 and older
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$175

8 sessions

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Tin Whistle I: Introduction

Irish Arts Center @ 244 W 54th St, New York, NY

The whistle has been played in Ireland for at least 1,000 years. It is small, inexpensive, and easy to bring along to any gathering. In this introduction to the whistle, you will start with how to produce a good sound, and will learn the different notes by playing simple songs.  Once you have mastered the basics, we will work on some traditional tunes, including marches, waltzes, polkas, and jigs. Bring a key of D whistle, or purchase one in...

(51) Beginner 18 and older
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$165

8 sessions

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Celtic Harp II: Advanced Beginners

Irish Arts Center @ 726 11th Ave, New York, NY

Celtic Harp II: Advanced Beginners (Exploring Melody and Chords) This class will be held in-person in the library classroom at Irish Arts Center. A class for students who possess, but would like to further develop, basic technique, as well as learn chord patterns and how to apply them to ballads and reels. Students will be encouraged to create their own accompaniments. Instrument required. 

(51) Beginner 18 and older
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$190

8 sessions

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Irish Mandolin I: Beginners

Irish Arts Center @ 726 11th Ave, New York, NY

This class will be held in-person in the studio classroom at Irish Arts Center. Our beginners course will cover the basics of this beautiful and versatile instrument, with a focus on Irish music but also touching upon its use in bluegrass, folk, and jazz. Instrument required. 

(51) Beginner 18 and older
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$165

8 sessions

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Irish Mandolin II: Advanced Beginners

Irish Arts Center @ 726 11th Ave, New York, NY

This class will be held in-person in the studio classroom at Irish Arts Center. Students who have completed level I or have prior experience with the mandolin will further develop their technique and understanding of the instrument. Instrument required. 

(51) Beginner 18 and older
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$190

8 sessions

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Bodhrán I: Introduction

Irish Arts Center @ 726 11th Ave, New York, NY

This class will be held in-person in the studio classroom at Irish Arts Center. Learn the basics of the Irish drum, with a focus on the reel and jig rhythms. You’ll listen to various styles of traditional music and learn bodhrán etiquette for sessions. Enthusiasm and a love for music are the only requirements for enrollment. Instrument required. 

(51) Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$171

8 sessions

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Bodhrán II: Advanced Beginners

Irish Arts Center @ 726 11th Ave, New York, NY

Level II introduces the techniques needed to produce the variety of sounds that accompany and enhance melody instruments. Students should feel confident with the reel and jig rhythms in order to fully benefit. Instrument required

(51) Beginner 18 and older
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$196

8 sessions

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Songwriting and Music Production

Irish Arts Center @ 726 11th Ave, New York, NY

Enda Gallery is an Irish songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, vocalist and producer whose purpose is to create beautiful and liberating songs. With over 100 productions and co-writes published, Enda will take you through some simple and intuitive methods of songwriting and production that will leave you enabled and empowered to establish a strong songwriting practice for yourself and a way to create a demo production to enable you to share it with...

(51) All levels 18 and older
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Studio II: 23 months - 3.6 years

MoonSoup @ 1 Ann St, New York, NY

Kids attending this class will introduce children to preschool structure and activities. At each level, class advances and children progress toward more early literacy and language play, attention span development as well as greater independence, school readiness, and social skill development. Separation is supported through a very gentle process; it is structured and done during a set time of class. We support individual readiness and pace for...

All levels 1 - 3 years old
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$555

13 sessions

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Exploring Audio in OpenFrameworks

Harvestworks | Digital Media Arts Center @ 596 Broadway, New York, NY

Learn to program rich interactive audio applications. A workshop for those who love sound, music, and computing. Put away your patch cords and see how it feels to type a signal chain. This two day workshop will acquaint participants with the glorious fusion of audio units with openframeworks. About audio units/core audio: The Audio Unit Framework is a Mac OS X architecture for audio plugins similar to VST. Audio Units can be audio file players,...

(3) All levels 18 and older
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$225

2 sessions

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Pure DatrocessorduinoMOS

Harvestworks | Digital Media Arts Center @ 596 Broadway, New York, NY

This is a really fun way of learning how to integrate software based interfaces, custom code, and physical hardware through music. A crash course in building connections between Pure Data or Processing and DIY CMOS circuits using Arduino.  Don’t worry if you’re not a seasoned expert in any of these areas. Examples will be provided and explained along with brief introductions to the systems/environments and how to explore them further...

(3) All levels 18 and older
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$225

2 sessions

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Rock Camp Jumpstart

Willie Mae Rock Camp @ 241 Water St, New York, NY

Rock Camp Jumpstart gives campers the opportunity to write their own music and experiment with sound and movement through a wide variety of fun activities. The camp week includes workshops on musical instruments (drums, guitar, bass, vocals and keyboards), performances by visiting artists, art activities like button-making, and the favorite activity of our camp for older girls: band practice. In band practice, campers work in small groups of 3...

All levels 4 - 7 years old
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$510

5 sessions

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