Discover Classes. Earn 10% Rewards.

One Day To Play Guitar Intensive is unfortunately unavailable

Thankfully we have 20 other Guitar Classes for you to choose from. Check our top choices below or see all classes for more options.

Beginners 1: Guitar for Absolute Beginners

Brooklyn Guitar School See all classes by this school @ 78 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Launch your guitar journey at Brooklyn Guitar School with this course built for absolute beginners. Students learn basic chords step by step and put them to use playing real songs by artists like John Legend and Taylor Swift. Clear instruction and comprehensive video tutorials make it easy to build genuine skill and confidence from the very first session.

(14) Beginner 18 and older
$357

12 sessions

Attend
+3570 pts
Gift it!

Beginners 3: Guitar For Near Beginners

Brooklyn Guitar School See all classes by this school @ 78 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Sharpen your rhythmic guitar playing by mastering bass strums, palm mutes, scratches, and sixteenth note patterns in this focused course. Students develop the control and expressive range needed to play with real confidence. Prerequisites include completion of Guitar 1 and 2 or equivalent comfort with basic open chords and strumming patterns.

(14) Beginner 18 and older
$357

12 sessions

Attend
+3570 pts
Gift it!

Beginners 2: Strums For Absolute Beginners

Brooklyn Guitar School See all classes by this school @ 78 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Build on your chord knowledge and develop real playing confidence at Brooklyn Guitar School as you learn to combine strumming patterns and transitions into complete songs. Students play music by artists including Adele, Bill Withers, Jason Mraz, and Ed Sheeran, making the learning process both practical and rewarding from the start.

(14) Beginner 18 and older
$357

12 sessions

Attend
+3570 pts
Gift it!

Beginners 4: Chords for Intermediate Beginners

Brooklyn Guitar School See all classes by this school @ 78 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Develop a versatile chord vocabulary by mastering open chord shapes, introductory barre techniques, and effective pinky placement, opening the door to thousands of songs. Most students complete this course in 6 to 8 sessions.

(14) Beginner 18 and older
$357

12 sessions

Attend
+3570 pts
Gift it!

Tuesday Morning Music

The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music See all classes by this school @ 315 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY

Gather at Jalopy for a warm, unhurried Tuesday morning singalong that welcomes participants of all ages and musical backgrounds. Whether you prefer to sing along, tap your feet, or simply soak in the atmosphere, the relaxed and joyful setting offers a wonderful way to start the day with live music and great company.

(44) All levels 15 and older
$25
Attend
+250 pts
Gift it!
See all Guitar classes Brooklyn

One Day To Play Guitar Intensive

Go from total beginner to confident performer in just one unforgettable day. With expert coaching, hands-on guidance, and a guitar provided, you’ll strum real songs, build lasting confidence, and take the stage to applause. Bonus: a master class with world-renowned guitarist Mark Whitfield.

  • Beginner
  • Small class sizes
  • 18 and older
  • Earn 10% Rewards
  • Price Lock

    Secure your booking now and we'll match any price drop within 48 hours across all booking platforms, ensuring you never miss out on savings!

  • 251 W 30th St, New York, NY
  • 8 hours

Start Dates (0) $300/person

No upcoming dates are currently available.

Book a Private Group Event

Booking this class for a group? Find great private group events

Class Description

Description

No experience? No problem. We'll guide you from picking up your first chord to performing on stage—in one intense day as part of our May 17th Midtown School Expansion celebration. 

You arrive as a beginner—maybe a little nervous, or even feeling a little shy. Over the course of the day, you gain confidence and make friends. And by the end of the day, you’re performing a real song in front of a cheering audience. You didn’t just take a class—you became a guitarist! 

*100% Guarantee: If you’re not confidently strumming real songs by the end of the day, we’ll give you a full refund. No questions asked. 


Your One-Day Guitar Intensive Includes: 

Hands-On Expert Coaching: 6 hours of immersive instruction from expert teachers led by NYC Guitar School founder Dan Emery, with assistants for 1-on-1 help. 

Guitar + Gear: Use an easy to play, in-tune guitar for the day. Left-handed? We’ve got you covered. 

Master Class with Mark Whitfield Join an All-Student Workshop on How To Practice with Mark Whitfield (guitarist for rock/pop stars like Sting, Steven Tyler, Mary J. Blige, John Mayer, Chaka Khan and jazz legends like Dizzy Gillespie, Quincy Jones, Herbie Hancock, Wynton Marsalis.

Refund Policy

We have a strict 3 business days cancellation policy and there are no refunds with fewer than 3 business days. There's a 5% non-refundable fee per student.

  • You can withdraw from a class at any time after it begins by notifying us for a one hundred percent credit (not a refund) for future sessions which are scheduled after your drop date.
  • You can use that credit towards any other class session.
  • Please note that you can't get credit for sessions which ran before you contacted us.

Make-up Policy:

There are three great options to go over missed materials.

  • First, every student gets free lifetime access to hundreds of video tutorials and practice sessions, so you can simply take the online version of the session you missed.
  • Secondly, you can drop in on the same session of a different section of your class--for free.
  • Finally, we offer discounted private make-up lessons for students who want to go over their missed class one-on-one.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

Reviews of Classes at New York City Guitar School (61)

Similar Classes

Benefits of Booking Through CourseHorse

  • Booking is safe. When you book with us your details are protected by a secure connection.
  • Lowest price guaranteed. Classes on CourseHorse are never marked up.
  • This class will earn you 3000 points. Earn 10% back in reward points!

New York City Guitar School

NYC Guitar School is a top-rated guitar school in New York City that offers fast and easy guitar lessons with dedicated teachers, effective curriculum, and a friendly staff. Students can expect to leave the school ready to rock.

View school profile
New York City Guitar School
Vetted by CourseHorse

A verified Brooklyn educator.

Loading...