Music Makers’ Join-A-Band Workshops are NYC’s top-tier adult band ensemble experience.
Our groups are designed to sharpen your skills, deepen your musical understanding, and help you sound better together.
Come explore multiple approaches to a song, build confidence as a player, and stretch your musical vocabulary under the guidance of a seasoned, pro-level instructor.
We’ll break down songs from the inside out—working on beginnings, endings, solos, grooves, and transitions. You’ll refine your technique, gain control over tone and feel, and learn how to lock in with others to create a tighter, more dynamic band sound.
At the end of your cycle, you’ll take the stage with your band at one of NYC’s most famous live music venues, and perform for friends, family, and beyond!
Plus, you'll get full access to our student portal, where you'll find all class materials, recordings, and resources to help you stay inspired and on track between sessions.
Your Moment Onstage
Watch our Workshops in-action!
Our bands get the chance to play at premier venues throughout New York City as part of our Performance Showcases!
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Perform on Friday, 12/11 @ The Bitter End!
AMPED & ALIVE with TBA
INSPIRED BY ATLANTIC RECORDS + SWAN SONG RECORDS
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Turn it up with the legendary rock sounds that helped define the ’70s. From massive guitar riffs and blues-inspired grooves to powerhouse vocals and extended instrumental sections, dive into the music of Led Zeppelin, Bad Company, Cream, Yes, and more.
Artists: Led Zeppelin, Bad Company, Cream, Yes, Rush, Foreigner, The Rolling Stones, The Pretty Things, Dave Edmunds, and more.
Level: 3
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1 PAYMENT OF $900 OR 3 PAYMENTS OF $300.00
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TUESDAYS
10/27, 11/3, 11/10 (6:30pm-8:30pm)
11/17, 11/24, 12/1, 12/8 (6:30pm-9pm)
PERFORMANCE: 12/11 @ The Bitter End
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Vocals, Guitar, Guitar, Keys, Bass, Drums, Other
LIVERPOOL TO LONDON with Sharon Heller
INSPIRED BY EMI + ISLAND RECORDS
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Step into the world of late-’60s and early-’70s British rock, where psychedelic pop, adventurous studio production, intricate harmonies, and unforgettable songwriting came together. Explore the music that defined an era through songs by The Beatles, George Harrison, Paul McCartney & Wings, Badfinger, and more.
Artists: The Beatles, George Harrison, Paul McCartney & Wings, Badfinger, and more
LEVEL: 3
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1 PAYMENT OF $900 OR 3 PAYMENTS OF $300.00
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WEDNESDAYS
10/28, 11/4, 11/11 (6:30pm-8:30pm)
11/18, 11/25*, 12/2, 12/9 (6:30pm-9pm)
*Will be rescheduled for Thanksgiving
PERFORMANCE: 12/11 @ The Bitter End
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Vocals, Guitar, Guitar, Keys, Bass, Drums, Other
STEEL STRINGS & SOUTHERN SOUL with TBA
INSPIRED BY APPLE RECORDS + PARLOPHONE RECORDS
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Get into the grooves, riffs, and twin-guitar harmonies that defined Southern rock. From blues-soaked jams and country influences to iconic rock anthems, explore the music of The Allman Brothers Band, Marshall Tucker Band, Lynyrd Skynyrd, .38 Special, and more.
Artists: The Allman Brothers Band, Marshall Tucker Band, Lynyrd Skynyrd, .38 Special, and more
Level: 3
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1 PAYMENT OF $900 OR 3 PAYMENTS OF $300.00
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TUESDAYS
10/27, 11/3, 11/10 (6:30pm-8:30pm)
11/17, 11/24, 12/1, 12/8 (6:30pm-9pm)
PERFORMANCE: 12/11 @ The Bitter End
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Vocals, Guitar, Guitar, Keys, Bass, Drums, Other
INSPIRED BY CAPRICORN RECORDS + MCA RECORDS
STRANGE HORIZONS with GARY FELDMAN
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Explore the stranger, more adventurous side of British rock — from progressive and psychedelic sounds to glam, art rock, and the raw energy that helped shape punk. Dive into the music of artists who pushed rock beyond its traditional boundaries, with ambitious arrangements, unexpected turns, unforgettable riffs, and a distinctly British edge.
Artists: Pink Floyd, David Bowie, Roxy Music, Queen, T. Rex, King Crimson, The Clash, and more
LEVEL: 4
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1 PAYMENT OF $900 OR 3 PAYMENTS OF $300.00
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WEDNESDAYS
10/28, 11/4, 11/11 (6:30pm-8:30pm)
11/18, 11/25*, 12/2, 12/9 (6:30pm-9pm)
*Will be rescheduled for Thanksgiving
PERFORMANCE: 12/11 @ The Bitter End
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Vocals, Guitar, Guitar, Keys, Bass, Drums, Other
INSPIRED BY ASYLUM RECORDS + ELEKTRA RECORDS
PACIFIC SONGBOOK with Ashley McKinley
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Take a trip through the laid-back, harmony-rich world of ’70s California rock. Explore the blend of rock, folk, country, and singer-songwriter traditions that shaped the West Coast sound, with music from The Eagles, Jackson Browne, Linda Ronstadt, Joni Mitchell, and more.
Artists: The Eagles, Jackson Browne, Linda Ronstadt, Joni Mitchell, and more
LEVEL: 2-3
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1 PAYMENT OF $900 OR 3 PAYMENTS OF $300.00
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THURSDAYS
10/29, 11/5, 11/12 (6:30pm-8:30pm)
11/19, 11/26*, 12/3, 12/10 (6:30pm-9pm)
*Will be rescheduled for Thanksgiving
PERFORMANCE: 12/11 @ The Bitter End
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Vocals, Guitar, Guitar, Keys, Bass, Drums, Other
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