"I can honestly say that I've made more progress in six months than in the 2-3 years prior, trying to teach myself with apps and YouTube videos. The entire staff is awesome, and my teacher (Michelangelo) is excellent: patient, passionate, and personable. His curriculum always offers choices about what to play next, and it's music you actually know and like: no Greensleeves here. Unless, of course, you like Greensleeves. And then, there's the website: a cornucopia of resources, videos, charts, and good old motivation. Look no further: this is the guitar school you seek."
"I'm a retired NYC resident with 9 months into the NYCGS beginner program. This is such a special place - a real community of patient, supportive staff and students. The progress people make here is amazing. We just finished our first showcase where I was able to play my first song in front of family & fellow students. The top of my bucket list has always included the desire to learn to play the guitar - I was actually able to strum a whole song in front of peers! What a blast! If you put the practice effort in - you will be rewarded with support, opportunities and success here.A huge thank you, thank you, thank you to NYCGS & my wife June - I'm living the dream!!"
"For my entire life, I have wanted to learn to sing and play guitar. Six months ago I finally made a move and so very glad I did! Wishing I had joined this awesome community years ago.
For context, I am a full time working tech nerd. Zero background in singing and had not played any musical instrument since junior high (alto saxophone). My instructors have been so kind, patient, and supportive ((singing - Lyn/ guitar - Ben (Astoria Branch)). When I started, I had zero intention of ever performing publicly. Cut to the present where I am learning to play/sing songs I love and can't wait to do a showcase at the Manhattan location when I am ready! Highly, highly recommend!"
" I have been a student of the NYC Guitar School for quite some time, about 5 years. I absolutely LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this school. Recently, my classes have been moved online. Don't be afraid of online classes. They are just as amazing as the classes at the school! Both of my classes are group classes and the transition to online group classes was seamless. I am thrilled to be able to continue forward on my musical journey and the NYC Guitar School are the best guides I could ever ask for."
"This is a nice community of teachers and students. I have enjoyed lessons there, sometimes hard always fun, over the last 12 years. I highly recommend this school!"
"I've became such a better guitarist since the pandemic, thanks to the online group classes and the ability to play so often—(your online videos too!) a combination of both plus my private lessons with Curtis, an incredible and dedicated teacher. Vinnie, Dylan, David K. and Gabriel are so passionate, it's a joy to learn in their groups, thank you for the quality of your teachers. Many thanks again for building such a wonderful community!"
"Thank you NYC Guitar School for nine years of engaging, professional, and fun lessons and activities. Our son Austin has grown to love his Suzuki guitar lessons with the ever-patient, encouraging, and amazing Rob. The children in his weekly group class have bonded into an endearing group of young musicians. The Suzuki camp offered each year is always a highlight of summer vacation and consistently scores two thumbs up! It’s hard to imagine a time when NYCGS wasn’t part of our child’s life. It has definitely made his life fuller and has filled our lives with beautiful music! We look forward to many more years at the school."
"I have been taking lessons with Nick for over a year now. My weekly lesson has become the highlight of my week. The school is great and Nick is an awesome teacher. He can teach any song or style, breaking it down into easy to learn bits. So far I can play Redemption Song, Wish You Were Here, Proud Mary, San Tropez, and Summertime among others. He teaches me how to correct mistakes and drill down more challenging parts and has the answers to any music related questions that I have. I highly recommend Nick and The New York City Guitar School. It's the best money I have ever spent! Try it, I am sure you will agree!"
"Flexible...Service oriented...Knowledgeable...Patient...Excellent...Accommodating...
Free resources, tools, and anything else you need to get there. Cannot recommend enough."
"I want to tell you that I know how much you put into changing the school into a mostly virtual learning situation. I am overwhelmed by what you’ve done. I have had a couple in-person lessons with Tia along the way which have felt so safe to attend and I know how much work you put into making that possible. But the weekly classes have been so great for me and I feel I have grown so much from them. They are so cleverly created and so expertly taught. I send you all my best and want you to know how much I appreciate everything your school have done in this difficult year and how much it has meant to me."
