Playing with other people is one of the most effective ways to improve 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 Fingerstyle. Ten weeks. For secure on-line registration click below, or to register by phone call 646-485-7244.

Emilio

Emilio came to New York from Chicago as a wide-eyed freshman studying film and sociology at New York University. In the seven years since, he realized he was the happiest when music was a priority, which has taken him all over the world, most recently here to the NYC Guitar School. He is delighted to have joined their fantastic staff, and promises to bring all the excitement and energy he has for guitar to fulfilling the needs of faculty and students. In addition to his work at the NYC Guitar School, Emilio plays guitar and drums with several bands and projects throughout the city, enjoys running around Prospect Park, and cheering on his hometown Chicago Bulls.

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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.

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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Playing with other people is one of the most effective ways to improve - 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! For students who have completed Kids Level V. 14 weeks. For secure on-line registration click below, or to register by phone call 646-485-7244.

Mark

Mark Johnson first moved to America from his hometown of London, UK in 2005 as a scholarship student studying guitar and composition at Berklee College of Music. He has since taken up residence in NYC, where he has worked for Interscope records, Atlantic Records, Sony Music, The Oscars, Google, YouTube and Conde Naste. Mark’s professional experience includes everything ranging from local NYC bar gigs to having performed at Madison Square Garden and working on the guitar arrangement for Dave Grohl’s In Memoriam performance at the 88th Academy awards (OSCARS). Mark’s experience covers a diverse range of genres; Rock, Pop, Blues, Singer-Songwriter, Folk, Jazz and Country to name a few. Mark enjoys working with his students to help them reach their goals at their own pace – motivating and challenging them along the way, whilst maintaining a relaxed atmosphere. He is always looking to inspire his students to learn new things and broaden their passion for the instrument. More on Mark at www.marksidneyjohnson.com.

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This Blues Guitar Ensemble will focus on different exercises and play alongs utilizing and reinforcing the materials from levels 1 and 2. You will continue to build blues specific playing techniques and skills.

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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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.

Greg

Born and raised in the outskirts of New York City, Greg began studying music at an early age into his college years. Starting with the saxophone in grade school and later moving on to guitar, it became clear that music would be a lifelong passion.

Greg moved to the city in 2010 to intern at a recording studio and focus on his musical path. He has played guitar and bass in various NYC bands for over a decade including genres such as pop punk, indie rock and hardcore.

Fueled with inspiration by a range of artists from the Beastie Boys to the Beatles, he is ready to lead his students on the path to guitar greatness! Greg loves teaching newcomers to help find their love of music. His lessons are focused on building self confidence in an encouraging environment by accomplishing student’s goals while having fun. His favorite things to teach students of all ages are pop, singer-songwriter, classic, indie and alt rock.

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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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