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Private Lessons

Q: Where will my lessons be located?
A: Private lessons are available in your Manhattan home or office or at our studio in the Recording and Rehearsal Arts Building at 251 West 30th Street. Lessons are 45 minutes long.

Q: How do private lessons work?
A: The first step is to set up a trial lesson. Call or e-mail our friendly staff (at 646-485-7244 or info@nycguitarschool.com). We'll ask you about your experience and interests and suggest one of our expert teachers for a single, no-obligation trial lesson.

Q: How much is tuition?
A:The trial lesson is discounted and runs from $40 to $60 depending on time and location. After the trial you can continue with individual lessons at $50-$80 per lesson, however most of our students take advantage of our discounted blocks of five or ten lessons. Complete pricing is shown below:

STUDIO WEEKNIGHT PEAK (Mon-Thu after 4pm). Trial Lesson: $60. Individual Lesson: $80. Block rate for five or ten pre-paid studio weeknight lessons=$63.50 each (20% discount)

HOME VISIT (Anytime at your home or office). Trial Lesson: $50. Individual Lesson: $70. Block rate for five or ten pre-paid home lessons=$58.50 each (25% discount)

WEEKEND STUDIO. Trial Lesson: $50. Individual Lesson $60. Block rate for five or ten pre-paid studio weekend lessons=$53.50 each (30% discount)

WEEKDAY OFF-PEAK STUDIO (Mon-Thu 10am-3:45pm). Trial Lesson: $40. Individual Lesson $50. Block rate for five or ten pre-paid off-peak studio lessons=$43.50 each (45% discount)

You can withdraw at anytime from a set of lessons for a one hundred percent refund or credit for remaining lessons.


Q: What if I'm a complete beginner?
A: Don't worry! Our teachers are patient and supportive, and we have a top notch curriculum to help beginners gently achieve confidence and competence.

Q: Do I need to bring my guitar to the school?
A: You are welcome to bring your guitar, but you do not need to. Guitars are available for the use of students during the lessons.

Q: Can I take lessons with a friend?
A: Yes! Experience extra motivation and fun by learning together with a friend for only an extra $9 per lesson.

Q: What if I don't have a guitar?
A: Economical guitar rentals are available.

Q: Do you have gift certificates?
A: Yes! Attractive gift certificates are available for any number of lessons.

For more information and to register for a course or trial lesson email info@nycguitarschool.com or call 646-485-7244.

"I'm an absolute beginner and love the guitar lessons here. I recommend it to anyone!"
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"NYC Guitar School has helped me rediscover my love of guitar music. The place is full of great players, great teachers, and wonderful people."
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"The NYC Guitar School has great teachers who are patient, talented and supportive. It's proved to me that no matter how long in the tooth you are you can still learn to play guitar!"
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