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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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Dynamic Ear Training for the Contemporary Musician 2

New York Jazz Workshop @ 149 W 46th St, New York, NY

Designed to continue from Level One fall trimester, this course develops our musical perception skills to function at the same level as our instrumental and vocal abilities, thereby achieving a more balanced, dynamic musicianship. Staple musical elements include: melodic minor modes, altered triads, seventh arpeggios and chords in all inversions (five basic types and altered types), chord progressions derived from actual pieces (using root position...

(18) Intermediate 18 and older
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$295

10 sessions

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Traditional Irish Singing I: Beginners

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

Participants will learn to sing songs from the traditional Irish repertoire, in the aural tradition. 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 cover basic singing techniques such as breath support and phrasing.

(51) Beginner 18 and older
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$190

8 sessions

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Your Broadway Moment! (7th-12th)

Broadway Bound Kids @ 225 W 99th St, New York, NY

Curtain up! In this two-week class, BBK teaching artists will work with students to create a cohesive musical revue based on the songs and shows that light up Broadway! At the end of each week, students will take part in a Masterclass with a Broadway performer, and be given the opportunity to perform for a Broadway actor. This incredibly fun program is designed to scale to each student's individual experience, ability, and passions. Don’t miss...

All levels 12 - 17 years old
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$999

12 sessions

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Your Broadway Moment! (3rd-6th)

Broadway Bound Kids @ 225 W 99th St, New York, NY

Curtain up! In this two-week class, BBK teaching artists will work with students to create a cohesive musical revue based on the songs and shows that light up Broadway! At the end of each week, students will take part in a Masterclass with a Broadway performer, and be given the opportunity to perform for a Broadway actor. This incredibly fun program is designed to scale to each student's individual experience, ability, and passions. Don’t miss...

All levels 8 - 11 years old
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$999

12 sessions

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Jazz Keyboard (Beginner)

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

Learn the fundamentals of jazz keyboard with performer and educator, Jamie Reynolds. The Beginner level covers the fundamentals of jazz harmony, rhythm, melody, improvisation, and repertoire from the jazz pianist’s perspective. Topics include chord voicings, rhythmic “comping,” and solo piano styles. The repertoire consists of songs from the Great American Songbook and jazz legends such as Duke Ellington and Sonny Rollins. Class size is limited...

(1061) Beginner 18 and older
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$680

20 sessions

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Guitar (Beginner)

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

Learn the basics of guitar in a fun and supportive group setting! Beginning with the fundamentals, students will learn how to tune the guitar, hold the pick and read chord diagrams, progressing to finger exercises and technique including open chords. Students will be introduced to strumming patterns, bass riffs, and progress to playing along with recordings. Please note: Students must provide their own guitar.

(1061) Beginner 18 and older
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$705

20 sessions

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Cello (Continuing Beginner/Intermediate)

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

Expand upon the basics of cello playing in a supportive group setting! Students will continue their work on the basics of cello playing; focusing on proper hand position, note reading, basic theory, tone production, and other fundamentals. Please note: Students must provide their own cello. Other required materials: bow, case, endpin strap or stopper, music stand, and rosin. Prerequisite: For adult students who have already taken a beginning...

(1061) Beginner 18 and older
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$625

20 sessions

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Exploring Cabaret

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

Unleash your inner performer and take the stage at NYC's legendary cabaret hot spot. Join our supportive community of singers for a fun and inspiring exploration of song interpretation, stage presence, and microphone technique. Don't miss your chance to shine under the guidance of experienced instructors with impressive cabaret backgrounds.

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$740

16 sessions

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Master Class: Introduction to Hard Shoe Dance Technique

Irish Arts Center @ 553 W 51st St, New York, NY

A workshop in Irish solo dancing with hard shoes from the ground up. This three-hour workshop will cover all the basics of Irish solo dancing in hard shoes from the ground up. Students will learn how to make percussive sounds with proper form in both jig and hornpipe timing. The focus of the class will be connecting movement and rhythm, and understanding how the dancer becomes musician. This class is most suitable for those who have taken a beginner...

(51) Beginner 18 and older
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Piano Workshop for Adults

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

The workshop will include daily practice, lessons, piano duets, technique, rhythm, improvisation, music history, and performance classes, discussions on various topics, as well as presentations by the faculty and guests on piano literature and styles. Final concert will take place on Saturday, June 23 at the Weill Art Gallery. Short application and video representative of your playing by May 26 is required; please note that you may register before...

(1061) Intermediate 18 and older
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$900

5 sessions

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Chamber Music: Coaching & Performance

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

Sign up for professional coaching, culminating in a performance, with flexible scheduling. Groups are formed based on level (beginner through advanced), repertoire interests and availability. Start date and meetings are individually agreed upon at the convenience of all in a group. All instruments and levels welcome. Chamber Coaches:  Aminda Asher Igor Begelman Alicia Bennet  Inna Berkhin Karen Bogardus Bridget Fitzgerald Leonard...

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$465

7 sessions

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Saving and Recovering Data

The New York Public Library (Tech) @ 476 Fifth Avenue (42nd Street Entrance), New York, NY

Learn how to save data to flash drives and other devices, as well as how to recover data that might be lost. 

(160) All levels 18 and older
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Free
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Piano (Intermediate)

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

Take your piano playing to the next level in a supportive group setting! Continue developing your knowledge of scales, chords and piano technique, and begin to explore how different kinds of sounds and phrases are developed into musical ideas and passages. Students will continue to build their repertoire of pieces and be exposed to a variety of styles and composers. Class size is limited to seven students to maximize individual attention while...

(1061) Intermediate 12 and older
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$645

19 sessions

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Jazz Keyboard (Intermediate)

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

Expand upon the fundamentals of jazz keyboard. The Intermediate course continues the areas of study covered at the Beginner class at a more challenging level. New topics include jazz improvisation vocabulary, harmonic guide tones, and comping patterns. The repertoire may delve into the compositions of legendary jazz musicians such as Duke Ellington and Horace Silver. Class size is limited to three students to maximize individual attention while working...

(1061) Intermediate 18 and older
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$680

20 sessions

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Guitar (Intermediate)

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

This group class is ideal for intermediate students, who have previously taken the continuing beginner course or have the equivalent experience. This course covers picking bass notes out of chords, advanced strumming techniques, barre chords, finger picking (Travis picking), and an exploration of blues chord progressions with an explanation of blues soloing. Songs are taught to exemplify the different techniques being demonstrated. Prerequisite:...

(1061) Intermediate 18 and older
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$705

20 sessions

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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...

(1061) 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.”...

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$655

20 sessions

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Rank Beginner Flamenco Guitar

Flamenco Latino @ 149 Christopher St., New York, NY

A short introduction to flamenco guitar, focusing on one or two areas of technique for each of 4 classes. One simple falseta (musical passage) or rasqueado sequence (strum passage) for each class. Basic knowledge of open position chords helpful. Nylon string guitar required (classical or flamenco). Rasqueados, basic chords, golpes, 4 & 8 beat compás cycles, Pulgar (thumb) Rasqueados, basic chords, golpes, compás in 12 beat cycles, Pulgar...

(4) Beginner 16 and older
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$180

4 sessions

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Music Theory - Harmonic Concepts

Playcrafting NYC @ 11 Times Square, New York, NY

To become familiar with harmonic concepts which will give students more options for color in their compositions. In this course, we will make use of popular video game music to cover modal interchange (day 1) & reharmonization (day 2), two time-honored methods of adding flavor to a composition. Both courses will involve in-class work (students should bring in pencils & manuscript paper), lecture segments, and class exercises. The classes...

(68) All levels 18 and older
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$40

2 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.

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$350

16 sessions

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