
- GC ProGC ProGuitar Center Professional is a network of account managers and engineers with direct access to top manufacturers. From personal studios to concert venues, we design and install custom audiovisual systems sure to exceed your expectations.
- Platinum RoomPlatinum RoomOur Platinum Collection features the greatest selection of the finest guitars, basses and amps. Come in-store to fully experience the superior craftsmanship and tone of these top-of-the-line and custom shop models.
- Destination Drum ShopDestination Drum ShopDestination Drum Shop locations are staffed with drum specialists and have more professional kits, cymbals, snares, hardware and other drum essentials in stockāall on display and ready to play.
- Pedal StationPedal StationWhether youāre looking for that missing sound in your arsenal or building out an entire signal chain, this fully interactive station is a pedal paradise where you can mix and match iconic stomps from legendary brands with the most modern effects from boutique builders.
- Taylor Experience StoresTaylor Experience StoresWith innovative manufacturing and a masterful attention to detail, Taylor acoustics are widely considered among the best sounding and easiest playing guitars in the world. Check out an enhanced inventory, including exclusive and special-edition models you canāt play anywhere else.
- Martin Experience Stores
- Recording RoomRecording RoomWhether youāre looking for inspiration for your own home or project studio, or you need to compare the fine nuances between pro-grade mics, monitors and more, this location is specially outfitted with everything you need, including an immersive Dolby Atmos setup.
Music Lessons in NYC at Guitar Center
In the city where every block has a story and every voice matters, Guitar Center Manhattan provides a space where musicians of all levels can thrive. Located in Union Square, our lessons program connects you with experienced NYC instructorsāpianists, vocalists, guitarists, producers, and performers who bring the cityās energy into every session.
Whether youāre pursuing your first chord or refining your sound for the stage, our private music lessons are customized, creative, and rooted in real-world experience.
Professional Instructors. Real NYC Music Experience.
Our Manhattan music classes are led by working musicians, composers, Broadway vocal coaches, and touring instrumentalists. You wonāt just learn how to playāyouāll learn how to perform, create, and grow as an artist. From technique to stage presence, we guide students through the full experience of being a musician in NYC.
Youāll find lessons for:
- Beginners exploring music for the first time
- Adults looking for structured, private instruction
- Teens prepping for auditions, studio time, or performances
- Creative learners interested in songwriting, DJing, or music production
Manhattan Music Lessons for Adults, Kids & Teens
At Guitar Center Manhattan, our lessons adapt to your pace, age, and learning style. Whether you're a parent enrolling your child or an adult rediscovering your passion for piano, we offer flexible schedulingāincluding evenings and weekendsāto fit the rhythm of your New York life.
Popular options include:
- Piano lessons for adults and children in NYC
- Voice lessons and vocal coaching for Broadway hopefuls and casual singers
- Beginner and advanced guitar or drum lessons
- Teen music lessons focused on creativity, collaboration, and confidence
Private Music Lessons in Manhattan
Right in the heart of Union Square, our Guitar Center Manhattan studios offer a dedicated space for focused, one-on-one music instruction. Whether you're new to the scene or preparing for your next performance, our instructors bring real NYC energy and experience into every lesson.
Piano Lessons
Work with Manhattan piano teachers to build technique, rhythm, and expression whether you're into classical pieces or modern improvisation.
Voice & Singing Lessons
Train with NYC vocal coaches to refine breath control, pitch, and style. Perfect for students focused on pop, jazz, or musical theatre.
Guitar Lessons
From first chords to lead solos, our guitar instructors tailor every lesson to your goalsāacoustic, electric, or both.
Drum Lessons
Build coordination and control behind the kit with drum classes that emphasize groove, power, and timingāgreat for beginners and beyond.
DJ Lessons
Learn to mix and perform with guidance from working NYC DJs. Whether you're spinning for fun or building a set for the club, weāll help you find your sound.
Violin Lessons
Sharpen tone, bowing, and posture with private violin instruction. Ideal for students of all levels, from school musicians to adult learners.
Other Locations Nearby
- LessonsLessonsFrom guitar and bass to drums, DJ, piano and more, our expert instructors can get you playing. We work to understand your passions and tailor one-on-one lessons to your schedule, goals and skill level.
- RepairsRepairsFrom routine care and setups to custom mods and aesthetic upgrades, our skilled Guitar Repairs technicians can help you get the absolute most out of your gearātaking it from well-loved or factory-new to made just for you.
- RentalsRentalsNeed gear for a gig or tour? Guitar Center offers affordable rentals on a full range of equipment. Head to our Rentals department to grab quality speakers, DJ equipment, lighting, backline gear and more
- Platinum RoomPlatinum RoomOur Platinum Collection features the greatest selection of the finest guitars, basses and amps. Come in-store to fully experience the superior craftsmanship and tone of these top-of-the-line and custom shop models.
- Destination Drum ShopDestination Drum ShopDestination Drum Shop locations are staffed with drum specialists and have more professional kits, cymbals, snares, hardware and other drum essentials in stockāall on display and ready to play.
- LessonsLessonsFrom guitar and bass to drums, DJ, piano and more, our expert instructors can get you playing. We work to understand your passions and tailor one-on-one lessons to your schedule, goals and skill level.
- RepairsRepairsFrom routine care and setups to custom mods and aesthetic upgrades, our skilled Guitar Repairs technicians can help you get the absolute most out of your gearātaking it from well-loved or factory-new to made just for you.
- RentalsRentalsNeed gear for a gig or tour? Guitar Center offers affordable rentals on a full range of equipment. Head to our Rentals department to grab quality speakers, DJ equipment, lighting, backline gear and more
- Platinum RoomPlatinum RoomOur Platinum Collection features the greatest selection of the finest guitars, basses and amps. Come in-store to fully experience the superior craftsmanship and tone of these top-of-the-line and custom shop models.
- LessonsLessonsFrom guitar and bass to drums, DJ, piano and more, our expert instructors can get you playing. We work to understand your passions and tailor one-on-one lessons to your schedule, goals and skill level.
- RepairsRepairsFrom routine care and setups to custom mods and aesthetic upgrades, our skilled Guitar Repairs technicians can help you get the absolute most out of your gearātaking it from well-loved or factory-new to made just for you.
- RentalsRentalsNeed gear for a gig or tour? Guitar Center offers affordable rentals on a full range of equipment. Head to our Rentals department to grab quality speakers, DJ equipment, lighting, backline gear and more
- Platinum RoomPlatinum RoomOur Platinum Collection features the greatest selection of the finest guitars, basses and amps. Come in-store to fully experience the superior craftsmanship and tone of these top-of-the-line and custom shop models.
- Pedal StationPedal StationWhether youāre looking for that missing sound in your arsenal or building out an entire signal chain, this fully interactive station is a pedal paradise where you can mix and match iconic stomps from legendary brands with the most modern effects from boutique builders.
- LessonsLessonsFrom guitar and bass to drums, DJ, piano and more, our expert instructors can get you playing. We work to understand your passions and tailor one-on-one lessons to your schedule, goals and skill level.
- RepairsRepairsFrom routine care and setups to custom mods and aesthetic upgrades, our skilled Guitar Repairs technicians can help you get the absolute most out of your gearātaking it from well-loved or factory-new to made just for you.
- RentalsRentalsNeed gear for a gig or tour? Guitar Center offers affordable rentals on a full range of equipment. Head to our Rentals department to grab quality speakers, DJ equipment, lighting, backline gear and more
- Platinum RoomPlatinum RoomOur Platinum Collection features the greatest selection of the finest guitars, basses and amps. Come in-store to fully experience the superior craftsmanship and tone of these top-of-the-line and custom shop models.
- Destination Drum ShopDestination Drum ShopDestination Drum Shop locations are staffed with drum specialists and have more professional kits, cymbals, snares, hardware and other drum essentials in stockāall on display and ready to play.
- Martin Experience Stores