I have been taking classes with Adam Douglass at NY Guitar Academy for almost two years. Hes an excellent instructor and gifted musician. He is very knowledgeable, friendly and shows lots of patience when dealing with his students. Even though I have my own tight schedule, I always try to attend his classes regularly since Adam’s teaching style is very efficient and effective for me to learn. Id strongly recommend NY Guitar Academy to anyone who is serious about learning guitar. Adam as well as other instructors are very friendly and you will right away feel their warm welcome as you enter the school. Whenever my schedule is available, I am determined to take more classes with Adam at NY Guitar Academy to further strengthen my skills.

I decided I wanted to take individual electric guitar classes, so I booked a 45 min class at 3 different places to try them out. My first class was with Adam at New York Guitar Academy, and Im really happy it was because I wouldnt have understood anything with the teachers at the other schools. Adam explains everything really well (general concepts and more detailed stuff) and it feels like hes actually prepared for the class. The other teachers just asked me what do you want to play but I wanted something a little more structured. I ended up going back to New York Guitar Academy and have been taking classes there for 10 months and I love it. Adam is also really friendly, encouraging and makes you feel comfortable. Sorcha who manages the schedules is also really great, so I highly recommend this place.

Thoroughly enjoy the lessons and has greatly improved my skills and understanding of both guitar and music in general. Elysa and Jason are both extremely friendly and a pleasure to work with. Highly recommended.

Having had experience with a number of other instructors and guitar schools, I can offer no higher recommendation than NY Guitar Academy. The instructors are first rate professionals who are the best at what they do AND who are at the peaks of their careers. They teach in innovative ways, are incredibly insightful and patient, are mindful of their students needs, and provide a well structured and nurturing environment for learning. Everything about the academy is thoughtful and well executed, from group and private lessons to jam sessions and student showcase performances. Coming into the academy for lessons is a pleasure - they are centrally located within footsteps of Herald Square and they supply the guitars so you dont have to lug yours into and out of the city.I have been taking lessons for over a year now and never thought I would progress so rapidly in such a dauntingly challenging genre as Flamenco. In one year, I went from learning scales and basic strumming techniques to playing traditional Flamenco standards and original pieces by some of the masters. But my progress is very typical of the student experience here. The instructors provide the ideal scaffolding for success. If youre willing to put in the work, youll be amazed at what you can achieve at the New York Guitar Academy.

I studied Classical Guitar over 25 years ago. A few months ago I decided to go back and take lessons again, but this time I was looking to combine the Flamenco style in my playing. Jason was the perfect teacher for me because he has the ability to teach and play both styles with the same ease. Jasons step-by-step approach has been so helpful; it has allowed me to improve my skills and develop new techniques. He is a very encouraging and supportive teacher. I am enjoying playing the guitar again. Now I play differently and I listen to guitar music differently.

Jason is an inspiring musician and an amazing teacher. I never played guitar before I took classes with him. It has been over 1 year since I started playing music. From day one you learn beautiful Spanish melodies. With each song you learn different techniques. The classes are super cool and laid back. There is shared appreciation towards the art of music. Plus, you will get to meet great people.

I took Flamenco guitar lessons with Elysa for a year until I had to move out of the country. She is an amazing guitar player and a very flexible, supportive teacher who caters to the students abilities and preferences. I brought back a video recording every week for practice and was able to go through a variety of material and skills in a short time. I am so glad to have found this place and I enjoyed every single lesson I had here. The environment is intimate and friendly so it is very comfortable to have lessons here. I also bought my first flamenco guitar at the guitar parlour with Jasons help and advice. I will miss this place!

This is the place to learn to play the guitar. Classes are small and you have the full attention of the instructor.I’ve been taking classes with Jason who is a great teacher and inspiration. I highly recommend NY Guitar Academy.

I returned to playing guitar after over 25 years. Jason is an amazing teacher, patient, articulate, talented and generous. He has managed to rekindle my passion in classical guitar allowing me to immerse myself in hours of practice. He is an innovative teacher, able to break down the most difficult piece into simple building blocks. The studio looks great, warm and welcoming, and scheduling and bookkeeping are always organized and smooth running.

Its been a pleasure learning guitar with Adam Douglass @ NY Guitar Academy. Hes a great instructor and Ive learned a lot. I couldnt have got this far learning guitar without him; tried in the past. Looking forward to take more classes in the future with Adam and the school!

I would recommend NYGA in a flash. The instructors are excellent--patient, creative and extremely knowledgeable. And the staff is super accommodating. Ive been a student for nearly 2 years and the program has far exceeded my expectations. I began with semi-private lessons as a true beginner, then moved onto private classes to have more one on one attention. You really cant go wrong with either!

Ive been taking lessons with Phil at the New York Guitar Academy for the past seven months, and have found him to be a wonderful teacher and the academy a welcoming environment. Phil clearly has a knack for knowing just when to introduce new material and when to direct the student toward a particular point of technique. Throughout the process, I have felt encouraged and challenged, and in just the right measure of each. On top of his sensitivity as a teacher, Phil is a soulful musician who is able to demonstrate delicate beauties that reside within the heart of the guitar. My experience at the academy has been a pleasure and I would wholeheartedly recommend it, and, in particular Phil, to other aspiring students.

If you want to learn how to play guitar NY Guitar Academy is the place to go! They have lots of different classes and great instructors. Ive been studying with Jason for almost 6 months now. If you want to learn flamenco guitar Jason & Elysa are great teachers and really talented musicians. Their prices are reasonable, classes are small (up to 6 people). You can also get your guitar from their guitar parlor. And on top of that they have several guitars for the students to use so no need to carry your guitar to the class!

Im having a great experience learning guitar at the NY Guitar Academy. Ive been taking lessons for almost a year now and I cant believe the amount of progress I have made. The classes are fun, easy and the instructors are amazing! I would highly recommend NY Guitar Academy for anyone that is thinking about learning it for the first time. Im 37 years old..its never too late to learn something new.

I am a intermediate beginner, still learning a lot of the basics. I went through 3 teachers prior to ADAM DOUGLASS at NY Guitar Academy. Adam is a rare teacher. He is perceptive enough to feel what direction a lesson needs to go in order to get the best from his students. He also has enough experience as a player and teacher to know what type of learner his student is and tailor his approach accordingly. Adam is also funny and cool and makes the lesson both challenging and blast at the same time. He also has a phenomenal jazz trio: The Adam Douglass Trio. If you want the best guitar teacher in NYC call Adam Douglass at NY Guitar Academy!

My 8-year-old son is now in his second eight-week-class at the Guitar Academy, and we couldnt be happier. Both his first and now his current instructor have been great: they teach songs that he enjoys practicing at home (and we enjoy listening to! Bob Marley, the Beatles, etc.), they encourage him, and they point out errors in a supportive way. Were so pleased to have found the Guitar Academy and highly recommend it to anyone looking for very reasonably priced lessons from professional, patient instructors. I should also mention that while the website says classes can be up to four (I think) there have only been two students - my son and one other - each time, making it virtually like a private lesson.

Love Adams teaching technique, his sense of humor and ability to make learning fun. No stress, no problems, just great results.He is very patient and helpful, he sees your weaknesses and tries to work on them from the more basic concepts, he shows you different methods and is willing to explain as many times as needed.Adam helped me find some weaknesses right away in my first lesson.He was also very upfront about what I needed to change with my study plan. I will continue working with himAnd also he takes the time to understand exactly where your main points of issue are and has an special ability to get the the root of problems. He is amazing and thoughtful with regard to his teaching methods and is extremely skillful ....

Both of my daughters were interested in guitar, and we signed up for lessons to see what would happen. Well, now they have developed a great sense of pride in their ability to play and just love guitar classes. We owe it all to two great instructors at NY Guitar Academy were very patient and knew just how to engage kids in learning.

Ive taken both Rock guitar and Flamenco guitar at the New York Guitar Academy and have had great experiences with both. I feel the lessons move at a pace I am comfortable with and Im always learning new things even after many years of playing guitar. Its a fun, relaxed environment and I feel comfortable requesting to learn any type of piece I want. The extra effort they put into putting on student shows at real venues is also a nice plus.

My four year old daughter has been taken lessons here for almost a year. It has been a great experience. Her teacher Elyssa (also had Jason) is so patient and nice. She knows how to work with her and explains the music so that she gets it. Love this place!

I am enjoying myself tremendously. Its a nice friendly environment, I am learning beautiful pieces that we all as a group pick together, and have a few laughs along the way. Jason has a TON of patience and repeats and shows techniques till everyone gets it. I highly recommend the guitar academy to everyone, all levels

Amazing music academy with an even more amazing staff! I have been a student for the past year and have enjoyed the personalized lessons and flexibility of the program. The guitar parlor is excellent and I have purchased four guitars thus far at incredible prices! It is great to have such a well rounded academy where all of your musical needs, from instruments to instructions, can be met! It is a joy to fulfill a lifelong dream of playing the guitar and I am very happy with my choice to attend NYGA who by far have exceeded my expectations. Oh, yes...cannot forget, Jason is the best Flamenco instructor in the Area!

I started taking classes at NY Guitar Academy about one year ago. It was something I always wanted to do and finally got around to it. I love it! Jason is patient, knowledgeable and breaks down complex pieces into easy bits. I cannot believe the progress I have made, of course I put in the practice time which I enjoy.I highly recommend NY Guitar Academy!

Ive been taking private lessons with Adam for over six months now, and Ive had a wonderful time. Not only is he beastly at guitar, hes also a great teacher. He takes the time to make sure I understand what it is hes teaching me before he moves on. Ive never had a bad experience at New York Guitar Academy. No matter how old you are (Im a teenager), what your experience level is, or how convoluted your schedule is, NYGA can make it work.

I had never played an instrument before I started taking a class here. After only a few months I feel like I can impress my friends with my guitar skills! I would highly recommend classes with Jason!

My daughter has been taking lessons with Jason for over three years. She started at 8 years of age with no prior knowledged. Jason is kind, patient and extremely knowledgeable. He is passionate about the guitar and that passion is contagious. We have had other teachers as well and they are all wonderful.

Ive taken lessons at NYGA in Brooklyn. The prices are very reasonable and the instructors are consistently of high quality. Id recommend starting with group lessons and then switching to private lessons. Also, try to work with a variety of instructors to start and then find an instructor you like and stick with him/her, if you can.

NYGA is a favorite go-to spot each week!! The teachers and staff are incredibly informative, professional, friendly and warm; my child has been taking lessons for almost one year and the progress is amazing. Our family loves the way our house dances to the tunes of nightly guitar and singing sessions.

You can test everything ! Very nice. Staff very cool

NYGA,really great place to finally learn guitar. I spent years just strumming open chords and always wanted to learn a structure to improve. NyGA has been great! I love the group sessions, really motivates you. Teachers our open and always willing to take the time until you actually understand the lesson. This is the place, you will learn, very enjoyable

I took guitar lessons once a week while I was living in New York and really enjoyed them.I had tried to teach myself guitar before but never really made a lot of progress untiltaking lessons at the NYGA.The guys are enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and are talented, professional musicians.Highly recommend.

I have been learning flamenco with Elysa for more than a year, patient teacher and amazing guitar player. I bought my first flamenco guitar from guitar parlor with elysa help. Highly recommended.

Elysa is a GREAT teacher and the classes are fun! When I signed up for the classes I never imagined how quickly I would be able to pick up a guitar and just play. Thank you so much!!!

Highly recommended for any style of guitar lessons. I have been learning Flamenco with Elysa since last 6 months. I would have to say, Elysa is such a knowledgeable, kind, patient teacher, no matter how many times I make the same mistake, she always corrects me with a smile. Flamenco can be intimidating at start, but she makes it very easy to learn. The overall atmosphere in guitar academy is so relaxing, to summarize, its the best one hour of my week where I not only learn but enjoy.

I have been taking flamenco classes for about 8 months now and I would highly recommend this class (or any other class that the Academy offers). Jason is a really great instructor and knows how to keep it fun and interesting!!

Ive been taking classes on and off here for a few years now, and its been a great experience. Ive primarily taken classes with Adam, who has always been friendly, knowledgeable, and extremely helpful.Ive mostly taken group rock classes, where the song selection has been diverse, but consistently strong. Weve learned a lot general classics, some of my personal favorites, as well as some really cool new-to-me tunes that have expanded my musical knowledge. Whatever the song, Adam does a great job of tailoring them to the techniques we are trying to learn, as well as the individual interests and skill levels of the students.Pace of the classes is great, too. When were doing well, we move along quickly, and when were struggling with a new technique or concept, Adam slows the class down so we can focus on the things that are tripping us up.Ive done a few classes with other NYGA instructors as well, and theyve all been good, too. The rates are reasonable, the cancellation policies are fair, and the staff is always a pleasure to work with. Just a positive experience all around.Id highly recommend this place to anyone who is serious about learning guitar. While Ive still got a way to go before I consider myself an expert, NYGA has helped me advance so much faster than I ever did when trying to learn the guitar on my own, from books, or even from online tutorials. The value of hands-on, real-time feedback from a solid instructor cant be understated.

I cannot think of another place that will have such professional and talented teachers as NYGA. The attention is remarkable and the knowledge that you obtain is indescribable.

I’ve been taking private lessons with Adam Douglass at NYGA for over three years. Adam is a fantastic instructor. He does a wonderful job of teaching how to play songs combined with underlying theory and technique. Adam takes your musical taste and goals into account while also offering tips and suggestions from his many years of experience. His wealth of knowledge and positive, easy going attitude make for efficient and fun lessons. NYGA is a very professional school that is terrific to work with in terms of scheduling and it is great to not have to haul your guitar to lessons. I highly recommend Adam and NYGA.

Elysa has been working with my grandsons, ages 7 and 9 this year in Brooklyn. She is a wonderful teacher who has helped them develop beautifully. After a few months of the basics, they began to blossom, are enthusiastic about what theyre playing and looking forward to learning more popular music (their favorite is Ed Sheeren) and they love hearing and playing flamenco!!

I have been learning flamenco guitar since couple of months in New York guitar academy.Besides convenient location near 34 street,instructors are great ( Phil,Jason and others).My instructor is Phil who is very knowledgeable,experienced and makes learning so much fun.I definitely recommend this class to anyone who wants to learn guitar.

I have recently started learning flamenco guitar at NYGA. It has been an extremely delightful experience. At the end of each session, I eagerly look forward to the following lesson. Jason will make you fall in love with your guitar. He is not only a stellar guitarist himself but also an amazing instructor. This stems from his remarkable pedagogical skills in tandem with his enthusiasm for teaching as well as his calm and easygoing personality.Overall, NYGA is a well-organized and professional academy for learning guitar. The ambiance is great and the staffs are nice and friendly.

I started to learn guitar with NY Guitar Academy a year ago and I have to say I am really happy I did! After a year with Jason as a teacher, I am able to play some spanish guitar rythm and flamenco too. Now Im really looking forward to move to the next level and Im sure Im in good hands!

NY Guitar Academy is fabulous!! Jason is an excellent instructor and makes learning fun! I highly recommend!!!!!

Ive been taking classes at NYGA for about 7 months now. All I can say is that this is the place to be if you want to learn with patient and dedicated teachers. Thanks Nate and Jeff. You guys rock!!

Thrilled with my lessons! I have been taking Flamenco guitar lessons at New York Guitar Academy with Elysa for about 9 months. I had been playing guitar for many years and was feeling stale with my searching for lessons/songs on YouTube to try and learn. I dont sing and I dont have time for a band so I need to be challenged with my level of playing. I happened to search on the internet for lessons in NYC and came across the NYGA. I was very intrigued with the idea of playing flamenco. I always loved the sound but never knew how to approach it on my own. I also liked the idea of the lower cost lessons in a group format. I could not be happier. I enjoy the camaraderie of the group and find it helps push me. The passion Elysa has for the music is contagious and it is very inspiring. She is also very patient! I now have a repertoire of about a dozen flamenco songs that I can play and perform with pride that stand on their own.

My daughter Nathalia has been taking classes with Elysa at the NY location for over a year now and she loves it. Elysa is an excellent teacher whose musical knowledge is evident as soon as you see her play the guitar. Her kindness and patience allows my daughter to feel confident and at ease in her classes. My daughter loves playing and practicing. I am grateful to Elysa and the Academy for being nothing short of amazing!!!!

I switched to NYGA from another school earlier this year, referred by my friend who is a long time student of Adam Douglas. Ive been taking Adams class since and cant be happier. He has extensive knowledge of music/guitar and solid teaching skills. Unlike my previous teacher, his class is well-prepared and well-structured. He obviously has tremendous amount of passion for music and teaching, and most of all, he cares about his students. I am more motivated to practice ever since I started with Adam. He frequently asks for our feedbacks and preferences then modify the class accordingly. He is willing to answer our questions before, during, and after class while my previous teacher often rushed me out after class. Id highly recommend Adam for private and group class (Ive done both with him) at NYGA.The staff is wonderful and well-organized too. Its a family-like atmosphere and wouldnt intimidate new-comers. I see myself taking class with Adam at NYGA for a long time! Keep up the good work please!

Ive decided to take a few classes at the NYGA after doing some initial online search for a good place to learn guitar but without knowing very much about the school or the teachers. Ever since my first class with Jason I knew I made the right choice and didnt need to look any further! Learning to play a musical instrument as an adult and a complete beginner without any prior musical training could be intimidating but Jason has helped me make this experience really rewarding and exciting. The great thing about Jason is that he combines a rare quality of being an amazing musician and a great teacher at the same time, and you can really learn a lot from him if you are putting your time into practice. Ive also had a chance to take a couple of classes with Elysa and she has been great as well. I love my experience at the NYGA and I dont think I could have picked a better place to learn! I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to learn playing guitar, regardless of your level.

Highly recommended. My daughter loves her teacher, Elysa, from whom she has benefited tremendously.

I have been taking flamenco and spanish classical guitar for almost two years. I feel like I have come so far. I started without any prior experience, and thanks to Jason and, I can woo and impress my friends with some beautiful songs and intense strumming.All in all, NYGA is a great place to study! All the teachers are fabulous, the music is great, the price is affordable, and the small group environment is ideal for learning. I highly recommend NYGA. Im sure you will love it!Luke

My both kids 10 and 8 have been taking guitar at NYGA for about two years. The instructors are knowledgeable, patient and fun. The front desk is very helpful.The lessons follow a level appropriate guitar book with short songs but the kids are also taught pieces they like. Apart from the guitar lesson they talk about bands, instruments and any other subjects related to music the kids might be interested in. Theyve learned musical signs, how to play notes and strum chords at a satisfactory pace. Most of all they enjoy lessons at NYGA. This is a great place - hands down.

Our 8 year old son came to NYGA having never picked up a guitar before. Within a very short time, he was able to play beautiful pieces of spanish flamenco style music for family and friends, which Jason had taught him at his level. Jason was a very motivating, enthusiastic and professional instructor. Overall, we had a great experience at NYGA, and would recommend them to anyone looking for an excellent guitar teacher for their child or themselves.

New York Guitar Academy and its instructors - for me, Alon Albagli and Michael Valeanu - are nothing short of excellent. Both Alon and Michael are excellent guitar players, well trained and gifted, who are also extraordinary teachers. We move well beyond the pentatonics and basic box positions to learn and understand theory and its application to scales, chord progressions, arpeggios, and soloing. Its a fun class and a great opportunity to learn.

From the first lesson I had with Elysa I was once again inspired to play. It had been a while since I worked with a teacher and I had a hard time finding the right one. I think what makes Elysa unique is not only that she is a fantastic flamenco guitarist but she has a music education degree from Columbia. With an understanding of pedagogy she was able to push me into new directions. Thank you Elysa for bringing me back with my guitar!!! :)

NYGA is simply the best music class that I have ever participated in. Teachers are really passionate about what they teach and they truly care about students. Im pretty satisfied of NYGA. I have been taking guitar classes at NYGA for almost 3 years and every week I have been looking forward to attend my private class. I especially recommend their Flamenco lessons. Try it once and you will not regret it.

At NYGA, I found just the right teacher to help me get back into playing and enjoying the guitar: Alon Albagli. Alons approach is clear, fun, and challenging in a positive way, leading to many aha! moments. How cool is that? Alon draws on his extensive knowledge of blues, jazz, rock, and more, teaching concepts that I can apply in any musical context, and he never runs out of patience or good humor. I look forward to the class each week. Thank you, Alon and NYGA for being the real deal!

My daughter has been taking flamenco guitar lessons from Elysa and Jason for almost 2 years. She loves the school and especially all her teachers at NYGA. Although my daughter is only 7 years old (and was just over 5 y.o. when she started at NYGA), Jason and Elysa were able to quickly peak her interest in such a unique form of guitar as flamenco. Because of their constant support and remarkable dedication to my daughters improvement, she now plays very difficult material with ease and joy. As a parent I am extremely pleased with my daughters incredible progress, and very happy that we found such a great school and such excellent teachers for her.

I’ve never had a chance to learn and play any instruments before I took my first guitar class in last September at NYGA. The reason why I take NYGA’s class is really simple: some months ago I unintentionally found a piece of video clip of Jason and Elysa’s performance and I just thought that WOW! they are soooo cool! I just want to learn this instrument with them! And I have really enjoyed the time playing guitar there with Jason. To me, he is not only a professional musician but also a great teacher. He always always encouraged us even though we sometimes played not quite well. I also like the flexibility we have in the class because he always gave us few choices before starting a new song (based on our level) and let us choose the one we like the most to learn (I know some guitar instructors just use one boring textbook and force their student to finish it but unaware that they are killing students’ interests in enjoying the music). I haven’t had a chance to have a course with Elysa but I never forget that once she just kindly join our pre-class practice and I luckily had a chance to play my favorite song “Vals Pica Pica” with her. It’s really a wonderful experience learning guitar here at NYGA!Sean

Ive learned more from Alon (at the New York Guitar Academy) in 3 months than in 3 years of noodling by myself.What I like most is how Alon embeds the theory lessons (which can be dry otherwise) into practice sessions. For example, well deconstruct my favorite guitar solos/riffs and hell explain why each portion fits the relevant scales and how I can improvise with them. The beauty of this method is that Im having fun playing my favorite Petrucci/SRV/Montgomery pieces AND actually knowing the modes and where they fit.Jason and the rest of the team run a really great operation here - everyones friendly and theyve always been very accommodating when Ive needed to postpone lessons to fit my schedule.Could not recommend NYGA highly enough

Open a branch in India plz