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Available In 30, 45 and 60 Minute Slots

Program Details

“Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and life to everything.” – Plato

Instruction from Professional Gigging musicians

Not only do our teachers have 10+ years exprience. They practice what they preach! You can find them at a concert hall near you, or on Spotify!

Risk Free Registration

If you’re not happy with our coaching, we’ll refund any tuition paid for your first two lessons!

Referral Program

Your next lesson is free after someone you refer books a lesson!

Recorded Lessons

(For Online and In-Studio Lessons only) Keep Video recordings of each session. You can review these forever!

Fair Cancelation Policy

Life happens. Cancel your lesson free of charge up to 24 hours in advance.

Flexible Payment Options

Your only charged per lesson you take. No need to pay up front for large packages or memberships(except for group lessons.)

Monthly Lesson Raffle

On the first of each month we will spin the student wheel! Winner gets a free lesson.

Biannual Showcases

Perform for your friends family and peers on the first Saturday of June and December.

Interactive Practice Journal

A shared document, stored on the cloud. Clean and organized. You’ll always know what to practice. We'll always know if you did.

Repertoire Management

Don’t ever forget songs you worked so hard to learn. You’ll be aided in maintaining a repertoire using our signature kanban board method!

Shared Student-Teacher Playlist

You and your teacher can share inspiration with a shared playlist. Feel free to add what ever songs make you tick!

Custom Lesson Reminders

By default, you’ll receive an email reminder 24 hours before our lesson and an SMS reminder 15 minutes before our lesson. We will customize the timing of these reminders on request. You can opt out at anytime.

Instruments Available

(For In-Studio Lessons Only) You don’t have to bring your instrument, use mine at the studio. Choose from electric, acoustic or classical guitars at my studio.

Quarterly Customer Feedback Surveys

Steer our offerings to your liking. Have the best experience possible. Your opinions and sugggestions are always welcome. However, I’ll be formally asking for them every 3 months.

Monthly Newsletter

On the first of the month you’ll receive a short email newsletter to keep you informed about the school and inspired to play the guitar.

Philanthropy

One percent of Rising Stars’ revenue is donated to a portfolio of carbon sequestration methods.

Our Locations

To work with your schedule and needs.

Make Some Noise

In-Studio

Full access to a music production / teaching studio. Located in Ridgewood NY

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Virtual

Nothing beats the convenience of taking a music lesson in your pajamas! Match that with our hi-fidelity set up and I.T. consultation, and you’re in for a treat.

Be Your Guest

In-Home

We are fully booked for our in-home offerings. We only offer them in Greenwhich CT and Rye NY on Thursdays. Please join our waitlist to be notified about openings.

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Philosophy

We are what we do. In other words: Our actions define us.
By deciding to play with sound every day, our identity transforms . We become musicians. We bring life to the world and share it with the people we love.

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Group Classes

We offer our beginner instrument curriculums to large groups. The social environment is an exciting addition to our usual programming.You can also find early child hood/baby-and-me classes here.

Early Childhood

Beginner Guitar

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Reserve Your Slot In The Next Module: First Session On January 9th

For Adults (18+)

Our Next Module Of Beginner 1.0 Guitar for Adults

  • Thursdays at 8:00pm

  • Eight 45 Minute Group Sessions

  • January 9th - February 27th

In This Course You Will:

  • Learn 10 classic riffs

  • Hold your guitar and body correctly

  • Read tablature

  • Listen to music critically

  • Play in time with recordings

  • Know the bodyparts of the guitar

  • Use four fingers of your left hand

  • Memorize the names of the strings

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Reserve Your Slot In The Next Module: First Session On January 8th

For Kids 8-11

Our Next Module Of Beginner 1.0 Guitar for Adults

  • Wednesdays at 5:15

  • Eight 45 Minute Group Sessions

  • January 8th - February 26th

In This Course Your Child Will:

  • Learn 10 classic riffs

  • Hold their guitar and body correctly

  • Read tablature

  • Listen to music critically

  • Play in time with recordings

  • Know the bodyparts of the guitar

  • Use four fingers of their left hand

  • Memorize the names of the strings

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Tuesdays 11:15 - 12:00

$25

Welcome to "Babies Who Brunch" where young children step into the spotlight and are introduced to the vibrant cultural legacy of New York City through the magic of Broadway and show tunes. In this showy music and movement experience, iconic songs from Broadway’s greatest hits set the stage for play, connection, and creativity. With a focus on fostering early motor, memory, social, and musical development, Broadway Babies invites little ones and their caregivers to sing, dance, play, and celebrate the arts in an interactive, joyful environment. Part musical adventure, part social gathering, this class connects families to NYC’s rich artistic heritage while creating lasting memories and community. Whether you’re a native New Yorker or new to the city’s rhythm, Broadway Babies is your backstage pass to the wonder of Broadway, nurturing the next generation of cultural connoisseurs.Let’s celebrate the little stars who make NYC shine—because the show must always go on! 🌟🎭

Details:

  • Drop-ins/walk-ins welcome $30 (please check the booking calendar to make sure date is available though)

  • Please inquire for family discount.

  • 24 hour cancelation policy

  • 63-48 Forest Ave, Ridgewood NY 1185

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Confirming and Canceling and Rescheduling Your Lessons

Booking Your First Lesson Or Consultation

Use our booking page to book your first lesson or consultation!

Canceling Your Lesson

When you first decide on a regular time to meet with a teacher, you will recieve a calendar invite like this:

Unless your doing a one off lesson, the invite is in regards to a weekly lesson. RSVP yes, and congrats you're lessons are officially scheduled for the weeks to come!

However, things come up and sometimes you've gotta cancel your weekly lesson.

Just go to your event in Google Calendar and change your attending status From "yes" to "no."

Once you press, "No" the event will be deleted automatically. Congrats, with just the press of a button you've successfully canceled your lesson.

The google calendar event with your lesson title is the key to many functions here at Rising Stars Music School. If the event still exists 24 hours before your lessons starts, you will be charged. If you ever need to cancel your weekly lesson, no problem, just follow these steps. We hope it helps!

If you don't see our event in your calendar, you may have to change some settings in google calendar. Check for this in particular:

Rescheduling Your Lessons

Once you cancel your lesson, you'll receive an email that prompts you to reschedule using our normal booking link.

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