9 Guitar coaches & instructors for lessons in Manhattan, NY

Music has been my lifelong passion, and for 19 years I've had the privilege of sharing that passion as a guitar instructor. As a recording artist, I bring real-world experience to each lesson, helping aspiring guitarists of all levels find their voice and master their craft. Let's unlock your musical potential together!

Music has been the language of my soul for over three decades. As a professional musician, I bring 32 years of experience and a deep passion for guitar to every student. Let's unlock your musical potential together and make beautiful music!

I started out in 1986 by playing in high school and learning theory and jamming in a jazz improvisation class. Then I moved on to playing in various bands over the years playing metal, punk, and even blues. In 2016, I enrolled at NJCU and stared taking classical guitar lessons as well as taking music education courses as I graduated in 2020 with a degree in Music

Noah is an experienced and passionate educator of music, Specializing in using improvisational approaches as tools to understanding musical concepts. After graduating The New School for Jazz Performance, He has taught at numerous private schools in the New York area and has taught privately for more than 3 years

"Noah has been our 7 year old son’s favorite guitar teacher, keeping him interested and engaged. Noah is really positive and inspires confidence with the kids.

Hi! My name is Ryan, and I'm a musician and guitar teacher from NYC. I graduated from Lewis and Clark College in 2019 with a B.A. in Music. I have been teaching music for 10 years at all levels in a wide variety of settings. I want to help you learn the music you want to play, and give you the skills you need to become your own lifelong teacher! Together, we will create a customized curriculum informed by your musical goals and my decade of teaching experience. I teach a variety of styles and genres, including (but not limited to) rock, pop, jazz, blues, funk, R&B, soul, jazz fusion, folk, bluegrass, and hip hop. I teach encouraging lessons with curriculum drawn from my students specific musical interests, and with a focus on exploration, goal setting, and cultivating each students unique relationship with their instrument and musical selves. In-person lessons are for NYC area residents only.

Music is a journey, not just a destination, and I'm passionate about guiding students of all levels on their own musical adventures. With 23 years of experience as a professional guitarist, I offer a unique blend of technical expertise and performance artistry to my teaching. Let's unlock your musical potential together and have fun doing it!

My journey as a recording artist ignited a passion for sharing the transformative power of music. For 18 years, I've guided students of all levels, fostering their growth and helping them find their unique voice through guitar. Let's unlock your musical potential together – one chord at a time.

I’ve been passionate about music for as long as I can remember. Over the years, I had the opportunity to play in a funk rock band, performing at various rock 'n' roll bars in New York City, which shaped my style and honed my live performance skills. My journey took a turn as I delved into jazz guitar for over five years, enriching my versatility and allowing me to blend genres creatively. In addition to guitar, I’ve played the Japanese bamboo flute for over 11 years, deepening my appreciation for traditional music. I love sharing my knowledge with others and helping students discover their own unique musical voices.

Guitar repair technician by day , I’ve worked for places like Southside guitars (vintage repairs), Guitar center lead repair technician (6 years). Raritan bay guitar repair(NJ /NY). I’ve played very successful shows and generated money for large CUNY funded disaster relief shows and played local shows for many metal bands. I can teach you more than just playing guitar I can show you how to maintain it and record your art into the real world. CUNY certified audio. Engineering experience. Pro tools is my main recording DAW of choice.