Playing with other people is one of the most effective ways to improve your playing (and have more fun in the process)! In this class, you will delve deeply into two to three songs as a group. You will learn parts, song structure, work on singing and playing, work out song arrangements, and perform with your classmates on Week 10! For students who have completed Advanced Beginners or who are otherwise comfortable with open and barre chords, and intermediate strumming patterns. Ten weeks. For secure on-line registration click below, or to register by phone call 646-485-7244.

Vince

Vinnie has been a full-time musician and teacher since 1995, and is especially patient with adult beginners. He's performed on Broadway as an understudy lead guitarist in the Billy Joel/Twyla Tharp collaborative Moving Out, is currently a regular sub in the pit orchestra of Mamma Mia and has also worked on Jersey Boys. He's been onstage backing Herb Reed's Platters, Marylin Michales, and others, but most weekends, Vin rocks a crowded dance floor with party-rockers the Mulligans and/or '80s tribute act The Ronald Reagans. You might also find him replicating the mesmerizing guitar tones of The Edge with leading tri-state area U2 tribute band U2 Nation. (Yes-3 bands!!!!) Vinnie has penned hundreds of six-string-related articles and is a regular contributor of instructional lessons and transcriptions to Guitar Player and Frets magazines. Five of Vin's lesson columns were chosen for inclusion in Hal Leonard's 2008 publication The Guitar Player Book. At NYC Guitar School, Vinnie's experience in performing, writing and transcribing, have helped him design and teach the Classic Rock, U2, Heavy Metal, Surf Rock, Led Zeppelin, and Intermediate Acoustic Rock courses He also offers guidance to the Adult Rock Band performance ensemble classes. He holds a BS in Jazz and Commercial music from Hofstra and a BA in Musicology from L.I.U. In 2007 Vinnie released his solo acoustic instrumental CD Sketches for Sofia and is currently writing and performing original material with NYCGS's own Genifer Owen. He has also played on recordings by Lloyd United, The Mist, actor Chris Burke and others. Vinnie is a proud user and endorsee of Hughes & Kettner amplifiers.

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Follow in the footsteps of artists such as Howling Wolf, Robert Johnson, B.B. King, John Lee Hooker, Muddy Waters, Chuck Berry and Elmore James by learning awesome licks, rhythm guitar, and soloing techniques. Create a strong foundation in blues guitar and impress all of your friends when jamming! For students who have completed Guitar for Advanced Beginners or who are otherwise familiar with basic open and barre chords and strumming patterns. Ten weeks. For secure on-line registration click below, or to register by phone call 646-485-7244.

Olin

Olin Clark is a Michigan native and current resident of Brooklyn, NY. As a composer and arranger, Olin’s music has been performed by many ensembles around the United States and abroad. Olin has has played with bands/artists like Etienne Charles’ Creole Soul, Ray Parker, Marcus Elliot, Randy Napoleon, HUSH, and MSU Jazz Orchestra I. He also leads his own group, the Olin Clark trio (or sometimes quartet), who have performed at venues all around The midwest as well as NYC, including regular gigs at Cliff Bell’s in Detroit and Bar Next Door in NYC. Olin also self-released his debut trio album ‘Bright’ in January 2018.

Outside of jazz, Olin has played with artists across many different genres including rock, reggae, hip-hop, and R’n’B. He believes all music is connected, and learning about different styles of music is essential to an individuals musical growth. He completed a Master’s in Jazz Performance at Michigan State University, where he also earned his Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies in 2015.

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This advanced course is for students who have completed Lead Basics or the equivalent and are familiar with barre chords. The music modes are colorful inversions of the major scale. Each of the seven modes will be explored and discussed (Dorian, Mixolydian etc.) with fingerings and recommendations for their use (ex. how to solo over Amin/D Maj vs. Amin/Dmin). Each student will also receive a play along CD with 7 tracks, one for each mode. This class is for anyone who wishes to improve their knowledge of scales, chords and keys. Students will develop the ability to play and create riffs and melodies, and apply them to advanced solos. Acoustic guitars available for use in the classroom, or bring your own electric guitar! Ten weeks. For secure on-line registration click below, or to register by phone call 646-485-7244.

Suke

Michael “Suke” Cerulo–How good do you have to be at playing lead guitar to get signed to The Allman Brothers record label? Really good!

We are so excited that Michael “Suke” Cerulo is teaching for NYC Guitar School. Suke’s band Schleigo charted in the top 20 on CMJ and college jazz radio charts, and played with not only The Allman Brothers, but Bela Fleck, John Scofield, G. Love and Special Sauce, Galactic, Moe and many more top acts. Suke is our resident jazz expert and deep theory man. He also possesses the patience and clarity to effectively teach sections of the Guitar for Absolute Beginners course and beginners in any style--and he was recently chosen to be in Who's Who in American Education! We are proud to utilize Suke's superior skill set by enlisting him as our Lead Guitar Program Director.

For a full bio please visit: www.sukecerulo.com

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Suke

Michael “Suke” Cerulo–How good do you have to be at playing lead guitar to get signed to The Allman Brothers record label? Really good!

We are so excited that Michael “Suke” Cerulo is teaching for NYC Guitar School. Suke’s band Schleigo charted in the top 20 on CMJ and college jazz radio charts, and played with not only The Allman Brothers, but Bela Fleck, John Scofield, G. Love and Special Sauce, Galactic, Moe and many more top acts. Suke is our resident jazz expert and deep theory man. He also possesses the patience and clarity to effectively teach sections of the Guitar for Absolute Beginners course and beginners in any style--and he was recently chosen to be in Who's Who in American Education! We are proud to utilize Suke's superior skill set by enlisting him as our Lead Guitar Program Director.

For a full bio please visit: www.sukecerulo.com

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This class continues where Fingerstyle Guitar Basics leaves off. You will take Travis picking to the next level with classics like “Dear Prudence” and “Don’t Think Twice (It’s Alright),” the latter of which will be explored in a simplified version and then a more advanced rendition. Non-Travis stylings will also be covered in works like the “Stairway To Heaven” prologue and other more contemporary songs. For students who have completed Fingerstyle Basics For Beginners or who have some knowledge and facility with essential finger picking patterns. Ten weeks. For secure on-line registration click below, or to register by phone call 646-485-7244.

Jeff M

Guitarist Jeff McLaughlin is a composer/performer who loves teaching his students. He started playing guitar at age 13 and fell in love with the instrument immediately. Soon after he began learning the solos of Steve Vai, John Petrucci, and Buckethead. He later attended the University of North Florida for Jazz Studies where he earned a Bachelor of Music degree. While working toward his Master of Music degree at Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music, Jeff served as an Associate Instructor for IU’s Jazz Department: directing big bands, coaching combos, and teaching music students enrolled in classes and applied guitar lessons.

He has appeared across the country including performances at the Indianapolis Jazz Festival, the Ravinia Festival in Chicago, and the Bloomington Jazz Festival where he also presented masterclasses in jazz guitar and group performance. In June of 2011 he was selected along with 14 other young musicians from across the country to participate in the Steans Music Institute at Ravinia where he worked with Curtis Fuller, Rufus Reid, David Baker, and Nathan Davis.

His 2011 debut Owl Studios release, Blocks, reached #1 in the Jazz Week Chart-bound rankings and # 11 in the CMJ Jazz airplay rankings. Jeff can be heard around the city playing original music in his own contemporary jazz groups.

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(13-17yrs) All the joy of rock band is now virtual! Collaborate, practice, and record songs as a band under the guidance of our expert instructors! This 8 week class uses the web based online music studio "Soundtrap" as well as a virtual classroom! FREE Soundtrap account included in your registration. For: guitarists, bassists, drummers, vocalists and keyboard players with some experience on their instrument. Bands are grouped by age, level, and musical instrument. Registration for this class requires an evaluation session. Don't worry! We are super friendly and supportive, we just want to make sure we put you in the right band! To schedule a friendly evaluation session, CLICK ENROLL. (To register without an evaluation, register for Rock Band 101.)

Requirements: Students should have prior band experience or have completed an evaluation session with NYCGS.

Gaby

Gabrielle is a singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from the Bronx. Growing up as a student at New York City Guitar School herself, as a teenager she became an intern here and eventually rose through the ranks to become a full time teacher!

Gabrielle studied Vocal Performance at Hunter College, where she focused on classical and opera, but she has always been writing and performing rock and folk music in her spare time. In addition to voice, she also teaches guitar and Rock Band for Kids and Teens. Although she is a proficient instructor in many genres and instruments, her specialties include all styles of vocals, songwriting, and folk guitar (especially fingerpicking)! She currently fronts the indie rock band War Honey.

Gabrielle aims to make her lessons positive, encouraging and tailored to your interests, and looks forward to helping you meet your musical goals!

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(13-17yrs) All the joy of rock band is now virtual! Collaborate, practice, and record songs as a band under the guidance of our expert instructors! This 8 week class uses the web based online music studio "Soundtrap" as well as a virtual classroom! FREE Soundtrap account included in your registration. For: guitarists, bassists, drummers, vocalists and keyboard players with some experience on their instrument. Bands are grouped by age, level, and musical instrument. Registration for this class requires an evaluation session. Don't worry! We are super friendly and supportive, we just want to make sure we put you in the right band! To schedule a friendly evaluation session, CLICK ENROLL. (To register without an evaluation, register for Rock Band 101.)

Requirements: Students should have prior band experience or have completed an evaluation session with NYCGS.

Ben

Ben grew up with New York City Guitar School. After studying with NYCGS in camps and lessons, Ben began gigging as a professional musician at 17 and started teaching lessons soon thereafter. Ben has a B.A. from Hampshire College where he studied music composition, guitar performance, and music production. At Hampshire, Ben explored jazz, avant-garde and classical guitar and spent his free time playing in a variety of metal, rock, and punk bands.

Ben believes that the guitar is a creative tool that each person will learn to use a little differently, and his favorite part of teaching is guiding students to reach their own goals with music. Whether it’s helping his students learn their favorite songs, play killer solos or even create their own music, Ben’s favorite part of teaching is guiding students to reach their own goals.

Ben currently plays in the indie-psych band Sterile Herring, where he counts several other NYCGS instructors among his band mates.

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Vocal Workshop II: Singing and Playing

What goes together like a bagel and coffee, or PB&J? Singing and playing guitar! Learn to sing and play hit songs while reinforcing the basic vocal techniques learned in Vocal Workshop I. This 8-week class will emphasize deeply learning a few tunes, so you’ll come away with songs you can actually perform for family and friends. Your class will perform as a group at the end.
Requirements: Completed Vocal Workshop I or by audition. Students not comfortable playing guitar can choose to play simple hand percussion instead, such as a shaker or tambourine.

Eight weeks. For secure on-line registration click below, or to register by phone call 646-485-7244.

Emily VOCALS / GUITAR

Born and raised in Northern California, Emily discovered her love for music when she began to sing “Old MacDonald Had a Farm” at the top of her lungs on a family bike ride. Her parents took her to her first voice lesson and she instantly fell in love.

Emily received her Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts from Marymount Manhattan College and has studied voice with diverse and acclaimed teachers in NYC. As a musical theatre actor, she has performed in regional theatres across the United States and toured nationally and internationally. She has also performed new musical theatre, pop, rock and her original music at several NYC music venues such as Joe’s Pub, Rockwood Music Hall and Feinstein’s/54 Below.

A lover of music and creativity, a lesson with Emily will be all about discovering the unique connection between your artistic and personal goals. Lessons will be approached from the standpoint that you are a unique individual and storyteller with your own voice and music to share. Bring your positive spirit and let’s make some music!

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Learn and play mixed strums, riffs, arpeggios, bass runs and first barre chords in the style of artists like The Rolling Stones, Bob Marley, Nirvana, REM, India Arie, Lynyrd Skynyrd, AC/DC, the Indigo Girls and more. For students who have completed Guitar For Near Beginners or who have otherwise learned basic open chords and strumming patterns. No note reading. All materials provided. Guitars available for use in the classroom.Ten weeks. For secure on-line registration click below, or to register by phone call 646-485-7244.

Gabriel

Originally from England, Gabriel Wareing is a Manhattan-based guitarist, composer, and arranger. He holds a Bachelor of Music degree from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, where he specialized in Jazz performance and composition.
After college, Gabriel continued to steep himself in Blues, Soul, and R&B, and combining his rhythm guitar chops with a passion for improvised music. He has performed with artists such as Tony Award-winning actress Frances Ruffelle and Jazz/Fusion artists Mike Stern and Lee Ritenour, both live in concert and on television, and has been featured on UK networks BBC radio as well as Sky Arts and Sky One. He’s also performed as a guitarist for musical theatre, on shows such as Grease! The Musical, Les Misérables, Whistle Down The Wind, Children Of Eden and many others.

Gabriel’s passion for music shines through in his lessons and inspires students of all ages. We’re thrilled to have him join the NYCGS team!

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(8-12 yrs) All the joy of rock band is now virtual! Collaborate, practice, and record songs as a band under the guidance of our expert instructors! This 8 week class uses the web based online music studio "Soundtrap" as well as a virtual classroom! FREE Soundtrap account included in your registration. For: guitarists, bassists, drummers, vocalists and keyboard players with some experience on their instrument. Bands are grouped by age, level, and musical instrument. Registration for this class requires an evaluation session. Don't worry! We are super friendly and supportive, we just want to make sure we put you in the right band! To schedule a friendly evaluation session, CLICK ENROLL. (To register without an evaluation, register for Rock Band 101.)

Requirements: Students should have prior band experience or have completed an evaluation session with NYCGS.

Gabriel

Originally from England, Gabriel Wareing is a Manhattan-based guitarist, composer, and arranger. He holds a Bachelor of Music degree from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, where he specialized in Jazz performance and composition.
After college, Gabriel continued to steep himself in Blues, Soul, and R&B, and combining his rhythm guitar chops with a passion for improvised music. He has performed with artists such as Tony Award-winning actress Frances Ruffelle and Jazz/Fusion artists Mike Stern and Lee Ritenour, both live in concert and on television, and has been featured on UK networks BBC radio as well as Sky Arts and Sky One. He’s also performed as a guitarist for musical theatre, on shows such as Grease! The Musical, Les Misérables, Whistle Down The Wind, Children Of Eden and many others.

Gabriel’s passion for music shines through in his lessons and inspires students of all ages. We’re thrilled to have him join the NYCGS team!

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In this 8 week class you will learn the basics of music production and digital songwriting using the digital audio workstation ABLETON. Get group and one-on-one coaching from an expert instructor. Share projects, deepen your understanding of tracking, mixing and effects, and record your own original songs!

Sean

As a native New Yorker, Sean is a performing musician in multiple bands across the tri-state area. He plays bass in the Avant-Pop act, Diana Lopez, as well as the Rock group, Damn Jackals. Sean’s musical identity has always been defined by his curiosity for different styles.

Although his first love is electric bass, Sean has also been playing guitar and drums for over a decade, in diverse genres. He graduated from The University of North Carolina at Asheville in 2015, with a degree in music technology, and has been teaching and performing full time ever since. He loves engaging musically with people of all skill levels. Tailored to each student, Sean’s teaching style is exciting and encouraging, with a focus on technique. Sean also provides tools for improvisation and songwriting as a way for students to foster their own musical voice, and to keep them empowered as creative individuals. Sean’s infectious passion for music might have you down musical alleys you never thought you’d venture.

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Playing with other people is one of the most effective ways to improve your playing (and have more fun in the process)! In this class, you will delve deeply into two to three songs as a group. You will learn parts, song structure, work on singing and playing, work out song arrangements, and perform with your classmates on Week 10! For students who have completed Advanced Beginners or who are otherwise comfortable with open and barre chords, and intermediate strumming patterns. Ten weeks. For secure on-line registration click below, or to register by phone call 646-485-7244.

Kyle T.

We are so pleased that we convinced the amazing Kyle Tigges to join our staff! Hundreds of students of all ages and levels have become proficient guitar players and intelligent musicians with Kyle's patient and expert coaching. He has tremendous knowledge of music! Kyle teaches all levels and styles with an emphasis on folk-blues and songwriting. Kyle will empower you to learn, improve and enjoy music! Kyle also has a secret additional power--he's been studying French horn since the age of 11, and also teaches that instrument. In summary, if you want to play guitar, Kyle is the teacher for you, and if you want to play guitar AND French horn, he is still the teacher for you.

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(12-14 yrs old) Teen Collaborative Songwriting Band 101 is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for students new to songwriting to tap into their creative minds, collaborate with their peers, and develop their unique talents in a band focused on creating original music. In this 8 week class students will learn about a variety of songwriting techniques such as rhyme scheme, song form, how to create chord progressions, using imagery and symbolism in lyrics, and so much more, all while workshopping ideas and inspiring each other in a supportive environment of fellow writers. Bands will collaborate to write, play, and record their own complete original songs!

Requirements: No prior songwriting experience needed! Students should have some experience on their instrument and be comfortable enough singing and/or playing in time to communicate song ideas to the group.

Gaby

Gabrielle is a singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from the Bronx. Growing up as a student at New York City Guitar School herself, as a teenager she became an intern here and eventually rose through the ranks to become a full time teacher!

Gabrielle studied Vocal Performance at Hunter College, where she focused on classical and opera, but she has always been writing and performing rock and folk music in her spare time. In addition to voice, she also teaches guitar and Rock Band for Kids and Teens. Although she is a proficient instructor in many genres and instruments, her specialties include all styles of vocals, songwriting, and folk guitar (especially fingerpicking)! She currently fronts the indie rock band War Honey.

Gabrielle aims to make her lessons positive, encouraging and tailored to your interests, and looks forward to helping you meet your musical goals!

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(For ages 15-17) Teens Collaborative Songwriting Band is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for vocalists and instrumental writers of all styles to tap into their creative minds, collaborate with their peers, and further develop their unique talents in a band just for songwriters. In this 8 week class students will learn about a variety of songwriting techniques such as concept writing, improvisation, rhyme scheme, song form, and so much more, all while workshopping ideas in a supportive environment of fellow writers. Bands will then collaborate to write, play, and record their own complete original songs! Registration for this class requires an evaluation session. Don't worry! We are super friendly and supportive, we just want to make sure we put you in the right band! To schedule a friendly evaluation session, CLICK ENROLL. (To register without an interview/audition, register for Songwriting Band 101.)

Requirements: Students should complete Teen Collaborative Songwriting Band 101 or have completed an evaluation session with NYCGS.

Gaby

Gabrielle is a singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from the Bronx. Growing up as a student at New York City Guitar School herself, as a teenager she became an intern here and eventually rose through the ranks to become a full time teacher!

Gabrielle studied Vocal Performance at Hunter College, where she focused on classical and opera, but she has always been writing and performing rock and folk music in her spare time. In addition to voice, she also teaches guitar and Rock Band for Kids and Teens. Although she is a proficient instructor in many genres and instruments, her specialties include all styles of vocals, songwriting, and folk guitar (especially fingerpicking)! She currently fronts the indie rock band War Honey.

Gabrielle aims to make her lessons positive, encouraging and tailored to your interests, and looks forward to helping you meet your musical goals!

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Learn the basics of music production and digital songwriting using the digital audio workstation LOGIC. Share projects, deepen your understanding of tracking, mixing and effects, and record your own original songs!

*Logic is only available on Apple computers.

Dylan

Dylan Charles is a singer/songwriter based in New York City. His music runs the gamut from acoustic americana and rock/blues to jazzy soul and electo-pop. Touring nationally as a solo act and as a bandleader, he also co-founded and continues to perform with NYC soul band On The Sun and Arizona-based americana band The Border Crossers. In addition to his own projects, he frequently works with other artists as a multi-instrumentalist sideman, producer, co-writer and studio musician.

Dylan has been playing guitar for over 20 years and teaching almost as long. He started working with New York City Guitar School when he moved to NYC in 2012 and is currently the program director for the school’s Rock Band program as well as a teacher at the Midtown and Brooklyn locations.

In high school he taught lessons to fellow teens as part of a “Community Resources” program in his home town of Ann Arbor, MI. He frequently played local gigs through the Community High School jazz band program as well as with his own original music projects. He continued to teach, perform and record while studying jazz guitar at University of Cincinnati’s College-Conservatory of Music where he graduated Magna Cum Laude in 2006.

In 2008 Dylan moved to Bisbee, AZ where he created and coached an after school rock band program at the Bisbee High School and worked as a substitute teacher for the Bisbee elementary, middle and high schools. Dylan also founded a non-profit program called “The Friday Project” when, because of budget cuts, Bisbee Unified School District cut Fridays from the school week. The program provided a wide variety of free workshops to kids and teens that were all taught by local residents in an effort to keep kids engaged in learning and exploring their passions in the absence of a traditional public school structure.

Dylan’s positive energy and encouraging teaching style has helped so many students reach their music goals. Call or email us to set up a lesson with Dylan yourself and visit www.dylancharles.com for music, videos and a calendar of his upcoming performances.

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(8-12 yrs) All the joy of rock band is now virtual! Collaborate, practice, and record songs as a band under the guidance of our expert instructors! This 8 week class uses the web based online music studio "Soundtrap" as well as a virtual classroom! FREE Soundtrap account included in your registration. For: guitarists, bassists, drummers, vocalists and keyboard players with some experience on their instrument. Bands are grouped by age, level, and musical instrument. Registration for this class requires an evaluation session. Don't worry! We are super friendly and supportive, we just want to make sure we put you in the right band! To schedule a friendly evaluation session, CLICK ENROLL. (To register without an evaluation, register for Rock Band 101.)

Requirements: Students should have prior band experience or have completed an evaluation session with NYCGS.

Dylan

Dylan Charles is a singer/songwriter based in New York City. His music runs the gamut from acoustic americana and rock/blues to jazzy soul and electo-pop. Touring nationally as a solo act and as a bandleader, he also co-founded and continues to perform with NYC soul band On The Sun and Arizona-based americana band The Border Crossers. In addition to his own projects, he frequently works with other artists as a multi-instrumentalist sideman, producer, co-writer and studio musician.

Dylan has been playing guitar for over 20 years and teaching almost as long. He started working with New York City Guitar School when he moved to NYC in 2012 and is currently the program director for the school’s Rock Band program as well as a teacher at the Midtown and Brooklyn locations.

In high school he taught lessons to fellow teens as part of a “Community Resources” program in his home town of Ann Arbor, MI. He frequently played local gigs through the Community High School jazz band program as well as with his own original music projects. He continued to teach, perform and record while studying jazz guitar at University of Cincinnati’s College-Conservatory of Music where he graduated Magna Cum Laude in 2006.

In 2008 Dylan moved to Bisbee, AZ where he created and coached an after school rock band program at the Bisbee High School and worked as a substitute teacher for the Bisbee elementary, middle and high schools. Dylan also founded a non-profit program called “The Friday Project” when, because of budget cuts, Bisbee Unified School District cut Fridays from the school week. The program provided a wide variety of free workshops to kids and teens that were all taught by local residents in an effort to keep kids engaged in learning and exploring their passions in the absence of a traditional public school structure.

Dylan’s positive energy and encouraging teaching style has helped so many students reach their music goals. Call or email us to set up a lesson with Dylan yourself and visit www.dylancharles.com for music, videos and a calendar of his upcoming performances.

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Work on the basics of lead guitar in the context of great rock, blues and folk songs. Learn fundamental lead guitar concepts, scales and techniques...explore the lead guitar ideas of great players such as Jimi Hendrix, David Gilmour, Jimmy Page, etc. For students who have completed Intro to Lead Guitar or who are otherwise familiar with basic open, barre chords, basic strums, hammer-ons, pull-offs, bends, and the basic minor pentatonic scale. Acoustic guitars available for use in the classroom, or bring your own electric guitar! Ten weeks. For secure on-line registration click below, or to register by phone call 646-485-7244.

Suke

Michael “Suke” Cerulo–How good do you have to be at playing lead guitar to get signed to The Allman Brothers record label? Really good!

We are so excited that Michael “Suke” Cerulo is teaching for NYC Guitar School. Suke’s band Schleigo charted in the top 20 on CMJ and college jazz radio charts, and played with not only The Allman Brothers, but Bela Fleck, John Scofield, G. Love and Special Sauce, Galactic, Moe and many more top acts. Suke is our resident jazz expert and deep theory man. He also possesses the patience and clarity to effectively teach sections of the Guitar for Absolute Beginners course and beginners in any style--and he was recently chosen to be in Who's Who in American Education! We are proud to utilize Suke's superior skill set by enlisting him as our Lead Guitar Program Director.

For a full bio please visit: www.sukecerulo.com

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Master all sorts of barre chords, power chords, vamps and complex strums with songs by Tracy Chapman, Jet, The Eagles, Nirvana, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Bob Dylan and more. For students who have completed Guitar For Intermediate Beginners or who have otherwise learned bass runs, basic arpeggios, the F chord, etc. No note reading. All materials provided. Guitars available for use in the classroom. Ten weeks. For secure on-line registration click below, or to register by phone call 646-485-7244.

Vince

Vinnie has been a full-time musician and teacher since 1995, and is especially patient with adult beginners. He's performed on Broadway as an understudy lead guitarist in the Billy Joel/Twyla Tharp collaborative Moving Out, is currently a regular sub in the pit orchestra of Mamma Mia and has also worked on Jersey Boys. He's been onstage backing Herb Reed's Platters, Marylin Michales, and others, but most weekends, Vin rocks a crowded dance floor with party-rockers the Mulligans and/or '80s tribute act The Ronald Reagans. You might also find him replicating the mesmerizing guitar tones of The Edge with leading tri-state area U2 tribute band U2 Nation. (Yes-3 bands!!!!) Vinnie has penned hundreds of six-string-related articles and is a regular contributor of instructional lessons and transcriptions to Guitar Player and Frets magazines. Five of Vin's lesson columns were chosen for inclusion in Hal Leonard's 2008 publication The Guitar Player Book. At NYC Guitar School, Vinnie's experience in performing, writing and transcribing, have helped him design and teach the Classic Rock, U2, Heavy Metal, Surf Rock, Led Zeppelin, and Intermediate Acoustic Rock courses He also offers guidance to the Adult Rock Band performance ensemble classes. He holds a BS in Jazz and Commercial music from Hofstra and a BA in Musicology from L.I.U. In 2007 Vinnie released his solo acoustic instrumental CD Sketches for Sofia and is currently writing and performing original material with NYCGS's own Genifer Owen. He has also played on recordings by Lloyd United, The Mist, actor Chris Burke and others. Vinnie is a proud user and endorsee of Hughes & Kettner amplifiers.

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Learn and play mixed strums, riffs, arpeggios, bass runs and first barre chords in the style of artists like The Rolling Stones, Bob Marley, Nirvana, REM, India Arie, Lynyrd Skynyrd, AC/DC, the Indigo Girls and more. For students who have completed Guitar For Near Beginners or who have otherwise learned basic open chords and strumming patterns. No note reading. All materials provided. Guitars available for use in the classroom.Ten weeks. For secure on-line registration click below, or to register by phone call 646-485-7244.

Clayton

Clayton Hopkins is a NYC/NJ based guitarist, songwriter, and singer. He studied Music Engineering, Production, Contemporary Guitar, and Composition/Songwriting at Frost School of Music before moving to NYC to pursue his original music full-time. Clayton’s contemporary rock n roll group, Clayton-Ellis, has toured the UK 3 times and Clayton co-wrote and co-produced all the material on the band’s debut album. In addition to teaching with NYC Guitar School, he is currently writing and producing material for a new album and he also has a featured role in a television pilot. Clayton is excited to share his love of rock and acoustic guitar with students. His patience and enthusiasm allow him to connect and nurture students from beginner to expert as they discover and pursue their passion for music.

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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! Intermediate Ukulele builds on the material taught in the Ukulele Basics class. You'll be carelessy strumming songs from your first day and by the end of the first week you won't be able to put it down! Absolutely no ukulele experience required. Ten weeks. For secure on-line registration click below, or to register by phone call 646-485-7244.

Tia

Tia Vincent-Clark grew up in a family of professional musicians and began her teaching career in 1999. Her patience, enthusiasm and commitment to teaching are all reasons that we are thrilled to have Tia as an integral part of NYC Guitar School! Great with all ages and skill levels, Tia specializes in nurturing a love for guitar in beginners and also enjoys teaching bass and ukulele. She completed a BA in Music from The City College of New York in January of 2007 and holds a diploma in Audio Engineering and Production from The Institute of Audio Research in New York City. Tia currently plays in two professional tribute bands as well as writing and performing in her original band Huh.

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