Join-A-Band
at Music Makers!
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!
Check out our available workshops below!
ELECTRIC HAZE with Kate Victor
CLASSIC ROCK & BLUES
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Step into the golden age of guitar gods, swirling organ solos, and vocals that roared through stadiums and dive bars alike. Electric Haze channels the raw power and soulful swagger of the late '60s and early '70s—when rock was loud, loose, and laced with blues. This workshop is a tribute to soaring leads, locked-in grooves, and extended jams that leave room to breathe and burn.
Artists: Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones, The Doors, Cream, Fleetwood Mac (early), Pink Floyd, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix, The Who, Eric Clapton, Santana, The Allman Brothers Band, Free, Bad Company, ZZ Top, and more.
Expect: Raw tone, big dynamics, analog vibes, and a wall of vintage sound.Level: Up to Intermediate
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1 PAYMENT OF $900 OR 3 PAYMENTS OF $300.00
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WEDNESDAYS
7/9, 7/16 (6:30pm - 8:30pm)
7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13 (6:30pm - 9pm) -
Keys, Bass, Other
FLANNEL & FEEDBACK with Evan Macaluso
ALTERNATIVE & GRUNGE
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From basement shows to festival stages, Flannel & Feedback captures the gritty heart of grunge, post-punk, and alternative rock’s explosive rise. These were the anthems of a generation—loud, honest, and unapologetically raw. Expect fuzzy tones, cathartic choruses, and unpredictable shifts from whisper to scream. Whether you’re channeling the angst of the early '90s or its dreamy, jagged edges, this is where vulnerability meets volume.
Artists: Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, Alice in Chains, Smashing Pumpkins, R.E.M., Hole, Pixies, Radiohead (early), Stone Temple Pilots, Bush, Sonic Youth, Live, The Cure, The Smiths, Joy Division, Echo & the Bunnymen, The Jesus and Mary Chain, The Psychedelic Furs, Jane’s Addiction, The Cranberries, Blur, and more.
Expect: Fuzzy tones, dynamic shifts, moody textures, and fierce authenticity.Level: Up to Intermediate
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1 PAYMENT OF $900 OR 3 PAYMENTS OF $300.00
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MONDAYS
7/7, 7/14 (6:30pm - 8:30pm)
7/21, 7/28, 8/4, 8/11 (6:30pm - 9pm) -
Keys, Other
GRAMMY GOLD 2.0 with Sharon Heller
POP & BEYOND
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Where punk met the dance floor and synthesizers stole the spotlight. Modern Machines dives into the sleek, stylish, and high-energy world of New Wave and synth pop, where cold electronics met hot hooks and attitude was everything. With its mix of quirky guitars, driving rhythms, and unmistakable vocal drama, this is music built to move—whether you're dancing, posing, or just vibing.
Artists: Talking Heads, Elvis Costello, The Police, The Cars, Devo, Blondie, Duran Duran, Eurythmics, Gary Numan, Joe Jackson, The Human League, Tears for Fears, A Flock of Seagulls, Soft Cell, New Order, Pet Shop Boys, OMD, Ultravox, Heaven 17, Simple Minds
Expect: Tight grooves, glossy textures, angular riffs, synth layers, and vocal flair.Level: Up to Intermediate
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1 PAYMENT OF $900 OR 3 PAYMENTS OF $300.00
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WEDNESDAYS/THURSDAYS
7/9, 7/16 (Weds, 6:30pm - 8:30pm)
7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14 (Thurs, 6:30pm - 9pm) -
Guitar, Guitar, Bass, Other
MODERN MACHINES with Alex Goldberg
NEW WAVE & SYNTH POP
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This workshop celebrates the powerhouse bands whose timeless hits lit up the Grammy stage and reshaped the sound of rock, soul, and pop across generations. From groundbreaking classics to genre-defying anthems, Grammy Gold 2.0 shines a spotlight on unforgettable groups that set the standard for musical excellence. Whether it’s tight grooves, iconic hooks, or bold arrangements, this is the sound of band-driven brilliance at its finest.
Artists: The Beatles, Fleetwood Mac, Earth, Wind & Fire, U2, The Rolling Stones, Eagles, Bee Gees, Chicago, Toto, Hall & Oates, No Doubt, The Police, Green Day, Coldplay, and more.
Expect: Signature riffs, vocal harmonies, dynamic rhythms, and a blend of classic influence with timeless energy.Level: Up to Intermediate
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1 PAYMENT OF $900 OR 3 PAYMENTS OF $300.00
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TUESDAYS
7/8, 7/15 (6:30pm - 8:30pm)
7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12 (6:30pm - 9pm) -
Keys, Bass, Drums, Other
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