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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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Intermediate Mandolin

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

Intermediate Mandolin is for someone with a basic grasp of the instrument but wants to dive deeper. We’ll cover more chord shapes, basic theory and how it applies to mandolin and look deeper into musical styles. Students should expect to be introduced to scales, arpeggios and how they fit into chords. By the end of four week you should be comfortable playing progressions in several keys and be ready to do some improvising. Some participants will...

(41) Intermediate 15 and older
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$275

8 sessions

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Harmony Singing with Val Mindel and Emily Miller

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

This will be harmony intensive, which means we'll roll along the basics and onto some of the harmony challenges one faces in singing duets and trios in American old-time, country and bluegrass music. Blend and buzz will be the theme of the afternoon. In addition, thanks to Emily's long expertise as lead singer with The Sweetback Sister, participants will look what's involved in putting across a lead in a honky-tonk song. Mostly, we'll sing non-stop!...

(41) All levels 15 and older
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Cello (Beginner)

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Learn the basics of cello playing in a fun and supportive group setting! This class is designed for adults who are absolute beginners, or those coming back to the cello after a long period of time away from the instrument. From posture and hand position to note reading and basic theory, students will be playing in no time! Please note: Students must provide their own cello. Other required materials: bow, case, endpin strap or stopper, music...

(1068) Beginner 18 and older
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$530

17 sessions

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Introduction to Jazz Improvisation

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Expertly led by renowned jazz educator, this workshop guides musicians of different levels to hone their improvisational skills and learn new tunes in a relaxed environment! The course aims to teach the modes of the major and harmonic minor scales and how they apply to improvising over jazz standards. Part of each class is devoted to improvising over easy standards and jazz tunes such as “Autumn Leaves,” “Black Orpheus,” and “Blue Monk.”...

(1068) All levels 18 and older
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$655

20 sessions

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Beginning Harmony and Building Strength

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

In this class, we will explore the foundations of vocal harmony by learning polyphonic vocal music from a variety of traditions. Our repertoire will include songs from American folk traditions (including gospel, country and shapenote) as well as more contemporary English-language songs (the Beach Boys) and songs from other countries (including Georgia, Greece and Ukraine). While this class will be mostly singing, we will spend some time learning...

(41) Beginner 15 and older
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$187

6 sessions

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92NY Chorus

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Discover the joy of classic repertory from the American musical theater with the only community chorus in New York dedicated to this art form. Join us for an unforgettable semester of music and camaraderie, and showcase your talent at a public performance. Auditions for new members will be held on September 22, 2022.

(1068) All levels 18 and older
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$350

16 sessions

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Ukulele (Beginner)

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Discover the joy of playing the ukulele with this beginner-friendly course at 92nd Street Y. From learning basic chords to strumming and fingerpicking, you'll be strumming your favorite songs in no time. Join us and bring your own ukulele to get started on your musical journey!

(1068) Beginner 18 and older
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$375

11 sessions

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Old-Time Harmony Singing

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

Using the Carter Family as a jumping off place, we will work with simple three part harmony in this beautiful style. Finding harmony lines that sometimes weave around the melody, sometimes cross or create unisons, students will develop a better ability to hear and find parts, as well as learn what gives these harmonies their particular old-time country sound, and power. No experience needed, just the desire to SING.

(41) All levels 15 and older
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Mandolin 1 and 2 Combined Extension Class

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

Mandolin 1 and 2 Combined Extension Class with Ben Engel This extension class builds upon both Mandolin 1 and 2, gathering together a roomful of mandolins! In two two-hour sessions, we'll review familiar tunes, learn new ones, and jam together.  This is a chance to keep gathering and practicing for those who have been taking classes this spring, as well as an opportunity for those with some experience playing mandolin to jump aboard! ...

(41) All levels 15 and older
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$128

2 sessions

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Hip Hop Improv Workshop

Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY

The Hip Hop Drop-in will teach you how to hone your point of view until it's sharper than a sword. You'll learn to stay fluid and flexible in your scenes/songs. And you'll learn to share verses, trade lines, and the general give-and-take that makes audiences' jaws drop. And listening, oh my god listening. So important. NYC Improvisors! Do you ever get that not-so-fresh feeling? Ever feel like you're off your game? Want to switch it up and use parts...

(252) All levels 18 and older
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Everybody Can Sing Workshop

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Discover your hidden singing talent and unleash your voice in the Everybody Can Sing Workshop at 92nd Street Y. Gain confidence, learn proper techniques, and surprise yourself with what you can achieve. Join us and be amazed at your singing abilities.

(1068) Beginner 18 and older
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$250

10 sessions

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Stage Performance with Kerri Lowe

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

Been working on your instrument, but haven't stepped on stage yet? Started writing songs and going to open mics, but want to feel more confident? Ready to put together a full set and book shows? Stage Performance is a new 4-week class at Jalopy for the beginner to intermediate musician that wants to feel more confident on stage. We will cover how to warm-up and reduce stage fright, the best way to rehearse, how to connect with the audience, and...

(41) Intermediate 15 and older
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$125

4 sessions

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Sing the Authentic You! A Cabaret Performance Workshop

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Faith Prince: Sing the Authentic You! A Cabaret Performance Workshop Faith Prince with Michael Kirk Lane and Alex Rybeck Join Tony Award winner Faith Prince, and award-winning cabaret artists Michael Kirk Lane and Alex Rybeck, for an immersive two-day workshop designed to help you establish a profound connection to your material. Through a series of thought-provoking discussions and informative sessions, the trio will provide valuable insights into...

(1068) All levels 18 and older
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$200

2 sessions

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Intro to DJing (DJ 101)

Scratch DJ Academy @ 153 W 27th St, New York, NY

Learn the essentials of DJing in Level 1 of DJ 101 at Scratch DJ Academy. This hands-on course covers mixing, blending, scratching, and more. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this is the perfect starting point for your DJ journey.

(11) Beginner 18 and older
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$1,050

12 sessions

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FREE Workshop: Intro to Guitar for Beginners

New York City Guitar School @ 78 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Learn the very basics of guitar playing for TOTAL, ABSOLUTE and COMPLETE beginners in this free beginners guitar workshop meetup at NYC Guitar School. We provide guitars during the workshop too! After this meetup you will know your first chords, how to hold and strum a guitar, how to identify strings and fingers, how to read chord charts...and you will be PLAYING YOUR FIRST SONG! Your super friendly teacher, will show you: How to find your way around...

(60) Beginner 18 and older
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Free
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Intermediate Mixing (M 202)

Scratch DJ Academy @ 32 Cooper Square , New York, NY

Now that you have the fundamentals down from Level 1, it’s time to put those skills to work. Learn to mix seamlessly between all genres of music and gain a better understanding of when and how to utilize transitions.  At the end of the course, you will perform a 10-minute set that will showcase what you have learned. Construct and perform a 10-minute mix with correct phrasing and solid manual beat matching Understand Key Mixing and the...

(11) Intermediate 18 and older
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$549

6 sessions

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Ukulele For Absolute Beginners

New York City Guitar School @ 251 W 30th St, New York, NY

Have you ever seen anyone frowning while holding a ukulele?  Absolutely not! It's like trying to be sad while water skiing. It just can't be done. The truth is, that just the sound of this beautiful instrument has been giving people that warm and happy feeling for over eighty years in the mainland U.S. and now you can take that feeling with you everywhere you go!  Ukulele Basics is a ten-week course which will have you playing classic...

(60) Beginner 18 and older
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$375

12 sessions

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Saxophone Ensemble

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Take your art to a new level, develop your musicianship and experience in this talented ensemble, which comprises saxophones soprano through baritone. Under the directorship of music educator/performer/composer Kyle Landry, the groups meets weekly to prepare for a fall and spring concert, exploring a wide range of styles from classical and contemporary to jazz and pop. If you are interested in joining the ensemble, email [email protected]...

(1068) All levels 18 and older
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$590

18 sessions

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Guitar Crash Course (Beginner)

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Beginner guitar students learn the basics of the instrument, including strumming, chord structures and reading tabs. Students must provide their own guitars.

(1068) Beginner 18 and older
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$165

4 sessions

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Songs from The American Anthology of Folk Music Vol 1-A

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

In this workshop, open to singers and guitarists (or other strumming instruments), we will learn songs from Volume 1, Disc 1 of Harry Smith's famous Anthology of American Folk Music, the collection of blues, country and folk music recordings from the 1920s and 30s that was an integral part of the folk revival of the 50s and 60s, and has inspired generations of musicians. Students can expect to learn a collection of songs that will enable them to...

(41) All levels 15 and older
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