Guitar Lessons in NYC

Riverside Music Studios is happy to offer acoustic and electric guitar lessons in NYC at our studio to children and adult students of all levels.

We also offer in home guitar lessons in Manhattan.

From classical to rock, think of any style you like and our amazing guitar teachers will teach you how to play it!



“My son has been taking guitar lessons with Sasha at the studios and I have nothing but wonderful things to say. Sasha is an excellent teacher who we can fully credit for the great progress my son has made. He is professional, patient and caring- he truly wants my son to progress and succeed. The studios have always accommodated our requests and prove top notch service. Highly recommended!”

– Ephrat, parent

Frequently Asked Questions about Guitar Lessons

Beginners of any age are absolutely welcome! Young children have an option to start on a ukulele or a ½ size guitar.

Not at this time. All of our guitar lessons are private, one-on-one lessons. With the undivided attention of your teacher, you or your child will see the results many times faster than in a group setting!

We offer guitar lessons for students ages 7 and up.

For adults, there are no age restrictions.

Not necessarily.

When you come for an introductory guitar lesson at our studios located in Midtown, you will be able to use our acoustic or electric guitar right away.

Your guitar teacher will be happy to recommend an appropriate instrument for you to purchase or rent for ongoing lessons.

Our teachers work with students interested in classical, jazz, pop, Broadway, rock, contemporary, and you can combine any styles you are interested in.

You can also study songwriting, composition, and music theory with us.

We normally start with a single introductory lesson. This allows your child and/or yourself to meet your teacher, experience our teaching style, and make sure it’s a great fit before committing to weekly lessons.

We offer 30-minute, 45-minute, and 60-minute private lessons. You can choose any lesson duration for your introductory lesson and your teacher will recommend the best duration for you going forward.

Most students attend one lesson per week. Some advanced and/or very eager students take 2 or more lessons each week. 

Adult students also have an option to take bi-weekly lessons if the lessons are scheduled at the very beginning or the end of the teacher’s daily schedule.

We do, but this option is only available for adult students and the lessons must be the first or the last in the teacher’s schedule. Typical times for the bi-weekly lessons are usually around 2pm and after 7pm.

Bi-weekly lessons are not available for children as they don’t allow for consistent progress for students younger than the college age. 

Yes. If you have a preference for a particular teacher, music style, or teaching style, we’ll do our best to match you with the right music instructor. We are happy to talk on the phone or review your preferences via email and text.

Yes. Working with the right guitar teacher is very important. If you ever feel another instructor would better suit your goals, we’ll gladly help you make the transition.



“Wonderful music studio! Sasha Kern is an awesome guitar and piano teacher for my 13 year old singer songwriter!”

– Naveen, parent



Ready to start Guitar Lessons?

Contact us at (212) 247-4900 (or fill out the contact form)  to schedule an introductory guitar lesson in NYC and we will help you to have the time of your life playing guitar!


Our NYC Guitar Teachers


To sign up for music lessons in NYC or to contact us with any questions using the form at the link below:

(212) 247-4900
Riverside Music Studios - Midtown
1727 Broadway, Suite 2
New York, New York 10019

Riverside Music Studios - Downtown
160 Broadway, Suite 900EB
New York, New York 10038

"My son Jackson is nine years old and he has been having a GREAT time and learning so much. He has already performed in a concert and Riverside Music Studios will hold another one in June. Having music in Jackson’s life is an amazing and wonderful experience. All children should learn to play!!!!! "Christopher ★★★★★

Duration

30, 45, 60 minute guitar lessons in NYC in our studio; or 60 minutes at your home in Manhattan. If you choose the in-home option, then the guitar lesson time can be divided/shared with other family members or even friends. For example, students with siblings often have 30+30 minute back-to-back lessons.

Location

Guitar lessons are available at our location on 55th and Broadway in Midtown Manhattan. We also offer in home guitar lessons in New York City.

Flexibility

We have two convenient payment systems: monthly lesson payments and discounted semester payments. Our school year semesters run September through the end of January and February through the end of June. We are also open in July and August for any number of lessons students decide to take.

Schedule

We are open 7 days a week for both in-studio and in-home guitar lessons.

Ready to start Guitar Lessons in NYC ?


We are happy to offer you an introductory lesson, and we promise that you will feel very comfortable learning with us.

Call or Text Us At (212) 247-4900 or click the button below to contact us!