Best Guitar Lessons in New York, NY

20 studios listed · all 20 in New York · 1 open 24/7 · 16 open weekends · all 20 rated 4.5+

New York Vocal Coaching

New York Vocal Coaching

5.0 50 reviews
“Kacey will make you feel at ease immediately and is phenomenal at coming up with a plan to achieve your goals.”
BBB accreditedSince 2007Prices online
242 W 38th St 11th Floor
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Krowne Vocal School NYC

Krowne Vocal School NYC

5.0 50 reviews
“I participated in private lessons and the 1-Year program and I experienced a massive improvement in my vocals from tone, agility, to overall confidence.”
Since 2014
227 W 29th St 14th floor
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New York Guitar Academy

New York Guitar Academy

5.0 50 reviews
“I've been taking classes with Jason who is a great teacher and inspiration.”
Online lessonsSince 2012
39 W 19th St 6th Floor, Suite 614
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New York City Guitar School

New York City Guitar School

5.0 49 reviews
“NYCGS is an amazing community for anyone who loves the guitar, regardless of your skill level.”
Since 2015Below average prices
251 W 30th St 7th floor
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Riverside Music Studios

Riverside Music Studios

4.8 39 reviews
“Violin is hard in particular as none of us at home know how to play and can help, and Deborah has a lot of patience and finds ways to make it fun and keep it interesting!”
Since 2005Prices online
1727 Broadway Suite 2
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Harlem School of the Arts

Harlem School of the Arts

4.6 16 reviews
“She always looks forward to her ballet and tap classes.”
Ages 4–17BBB A+Since 1967Prices online
645 St Nicholas Ave
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This page holds the 20 guitar studios on file for New York, NY. Each one sets its own mix of one-to-one and group teaching, and the star ratings beside them are pulled from public listings.

Area overview: New York, NY

All 20 studios we list here are in New York itself. We have 57 studios in New York on file; this page shows the highest-rated 20. The studios on this page are rated from 4.6 to 5.0 across 788 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these studios on specific qualities, they most often praise quality (100%), professionalism (97%) and communication (93%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the studios on this page are "skills", "confidence" and "knowledge". 1 is open around the clock; 14 are open on Saturdays and 13 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 16 websites of the studios on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1998. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 20 of the studios on this page; 16 publish a contact page; 18 list a public email and 4 take bookings online. We count these figures across the studios on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the studio before you enroll.

Is this everyone teaching guitar around New York?

No. Private teachers who work only from home often carry no listing at all, so a shop notice board is still worth a look.

New York Jazz Workshop

New York Jazz Workshop

4.8 17 reviews
“I'm learning to sing and having a great time.”
Ages 17 and upOpen 24 hoursSince 2008Prices online
265 W 37th St 10th floor suite 1004
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West Amadeus Music Studio

West Amadeus Music Studio

5.0 28 reviews
“I was picking up an instrument as an adult for the first time in 25 years and the team at West Amadeus got me all setup with a fantastic instructor and we are making some fun progress.”
Since 2020Online lessons
101 W 79th St
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NYC Violin Studio

NYC Violin Studio

4.8 26 reviews
“I was impressed that in so short time my daughter was able to play and even participate in the violin concert.”
Since 2014
134 W 26th St Suite 701
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Tribeca Music Studio

Tribeca Music Studio

5.0 25 reviews
“I had a great time studying with Giacomo - we were learning a few chamber trio pieces and he was able to coach not only the piano parts, but gave me direction on how to shape the ensemble sound.”
Since 2009
310 Greenwich St #17c
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Music Together

Music Together

5.0 15 reviews
“Lots of fun songs and my son loves the ones in the park!”
Online lessonsSince 2007
Level, 102 W 75th St
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Tone Academy of Music

Tone Academy of Music

5.0 11 reviews
“Jenny who runs the place seeks to understand how each student learns best to gear the teaching and they value the whole student and process of learning music, not just learning the song or instrument.”
Trial classFrom $75/class15+ yearsOnline lessons
118-122 Baxter St #403
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Greenwich House Music School

Greenwich House Music School

4.8 14 reviews
“My family and I are fortunate to have found at Greenwich House Music School welcoming staff and inspiring teachers over two decades plus.”
Since 1998
46 Barrow St
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Manhattan Guitar Institute

Manhattan Guitar Institute

5.0 13 reviews
“I never thought guitar was something I can learn but Andrew proved it is possible!”
Online lessonsSince 2021
211 E 4th St Suite 4
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Soyulla Artists

Soyulla Artists

5.0 15 reviews
“When I learned music growing up, it was strictly classical and I was really hoping for a teacher who would give my daughter a completely different experience, and Soyulla matched her to a teacher who is fun, thoughtful, patient, and engaging, all while making sure my daughter is musically progressing.”
Online lessonsSince 2002
780 Riverside Dr #3F
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Fretted Instruments School

Fretted Instruments School

5.0 14 reviews
“He has an incredible catalog of fingerstyle guitar tunes from some of the greats like John Hurt, Blind Blake, Chet Atkins, etc and he has an encyclopedic knowledge of all these songs and musicians.”
Since 1972
171 Sullivan St Apt 14
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Craig Klonowski Music Services

Craig Klonowski Music Services

5.0 13 reviews
“What I especially like is that he has helped me gain more confidence when playing and this has changed a lot my approach to the instrument.”
Since 2000
210 E 36th St
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Willan Academy of Music

Willan Academy of Music

5.0 19 reviews
“My daughter's teacher, Kenji, is great with kids and knows how to teach guitar in a way she loves and understands.”
Since 2015Prices online
244 Madison Avenue
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Sound Collective

Sound Collective

5.0 12 reviews
“Wonderful space with more gear than I know what to do with and staff more than happy to guide me through everything”
Online lessonsSince 2012
28 Broadway
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Guseva's Music School

Guseva's Music School

5.0 17 reviews
“My son learned piano with her, a wonderful skill he now has!”
Trial classFrom $45/lessonOnline lessonsLicensedSince 2022
527 W 47th St
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Why these companies made our list

What students and parents say about studios in New York

  • “My son has been studying guitar for the last year with Kenji, and it has been a true highlight of each week.” — from a review of Willan Academy of Music
  • “Thoroughly enjoy the lessons and has greatly improved my skills and understanding of both guitar and music in general.” — from a review of New York Guitar Academy
  • “I highly recommend anyone who wants to start or be better at guitar to come here and learn.” — from a review of New York City Guitar School
  • “I have been learning flamenco with Elysa for more than a year, patient teacher and amazing guitar player.” — from a review of New York Guitar Academy

Excerpts from public reviews of the studios listed on this page.

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