Dr. Jonathan Saraga

(23 reviews)

The band was absolutely incredible! The singers were phenomenal, full of energy, amazing voices,…read moreand such great stage presence. Every performance had our guests completely engaged, and by the second song the entire wedding was on the dance floor. At one point we had the biggest love train I have ever seen. It felt like every single person joined in, and the energy in the room was electric. We received endless compliments all night and even after the wedding about how amazing the band was. They truly made the night unforgettable. The quality of service was top notch from start to finish. They were organized, easy to work with, and made sure every detail was perfect. Their responsiveness before the wedding made planning simple and stress free, and their professionalism showed in every interaction and performance. In terms of value, they exceeded every expectation, our guests kept saying it felt like being at a live concert. And their flexibility stood out too, they read the crowd perfectly and adjusted seamlessly to keep the party going strong all night. We could not be happier with our decision. The band brought so much life, joy, and energy to our wedding. If you want a full dance floor and memories your guests will talk about for years, this is the band to hire.

We hired the Heartbeat dance band for our wedding in August 2025. Not only did the band beat our…read moreexpectations, but they were all extremely talented. Their energy, presence, and talent were incredible, and all of our guests were very impressed by them. Heartbeat dance band knows how to bring the energy, and make your night unforgettable.

Austin Charnis Guitar

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Austin is amazing at the classical guitar! The ambiance he creates is perfect for weddings, or…read moreprivate events to create romance and class. As a guitar enthusiast I'm super impressed by how good his technique is and he can play some really difficult music, but make it sound elegant and easy. Would 100% recommend!

Austin was absolutely amazing! We hired him about a month out from the wedding after our previous…read moreguitarist cancelled on us. Despite how last-minute it was, he dove in head-first, learning the music we needed him to learn, accommodating our requests, and being flexible with our questions and changes. The music itself was played so beautifully (it brought my now-husband who never cries to tears!!) and perfectly, it felt like we hired him a year out as opposed to only a month. Thank you, Austin, for stepping in when we needed you and helping make our ceremony that much more special!

Hip Control

If you're looking for a band to play your wedding, you can X out of all of the other tabs in your…read morebrowser... you've just found them!! Hip Control is ELECTRIC. They so thoroughly enjoy what they do and that simply makes it impossible for you not to enjoy their music! From the very first email I exchanged with Solange she was unbelievably kind, patient, and very on top of things (which, trust me on this, is exactly what you want in all your wedding vendors). She proactively reached out at every turn to make sure she was 100% certain she knew the exact timeline of all of the day's events so that everything could run smoothly. And it did! Aside from being a wonderful person to work with, and an INCREDIBLE vocalist, Solange's joy is infectious so if you're looking for all the right vibes on your big day, Hip Control is the right choice! She even coordinated with the band to have them learn a song my dad wrote me 20 year ago and play it as a surprise father daughter dance. As for the rest of the band? Good luck keeping your jaw off the floor as they crush killer guitar solos, harmonize like angels and hit 5 key changes in Love On Top. The only thing I could say at the end of the night was "we're not worthy!!!" and two weeks later, that's still exactly how I feel!

Hip Control was the absolute best decision i made for my wedding! I picked them after researching…read morebands for months, which included several live showcases for me to hear each bands sounds. i knew immediately when i saw Hip Control they were for me. Musically, they are amazingly tight and sound incredible. what sealed it for me was their versatility. they did latin authentically and of course pop/dance/rock/ballads perfectly. i would highly highly recommend them for events. Solange is a great band leader as well as an amazing front woman for the band. my guests were dancing the whole night and everyone loved Hip Control.

Jeron Music

4.3

(12 reviews)

Regardless of previous reviews the fact that he did that 23 days before our holiday is…read moreunprofessional and no matter the excuse. I believe that he had another event that day that paid more but we will never no. So there is no justification for cancelling after signing a contract months in advance. dvera

Hired Jeron for my wife's 40th birthday party. It was a great day and everyone had lots of fun…read more Highly recommended.

Live Music Pros

We had the time of our lives at our wedding thanks to ATOMIC FUNK!!! They were absolutely…read moreincredible - the dancing never stopped and people reached out to tell me afterward how much fun the band was. They learned new songs for our first dance, etc and performed them FLAWLESSLY!! They are professional, prompt and so easy to work with, I would give them ten stars if I could. Stop reading this review and BOOK ATOMIC FUNK NOW!! Thank you for the best night of our lives

We had the best experience with Atomic Funk! We had to get creative as we had 2 reception seatings…read morein the time of COVID and they were able to comply with everything we asked with odd timing for the band being on and in between sets and they played many of the songs requested! We had a great experience with them and they're incredibly talented!! I couldn't be happier and got many accolades on how incredible they were!

Art-Strings Ensembles

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We had our wedding in September aboard the Atlantica Yacht. We found Art-Strings Ensembles through…read moreanother site, gig masters, which is why I realized they don't have any reviews here on Yelp so I thought I would add a review and help people find them. Their site is http://www.art-strings.com/ (and no I do not work for them but want to help people find them). They were the most awesome quartet. We gave them a list of songs (from the song list they have on their website) and we also asked them for recommendations on the flow from processional to recessional and they really helped us put it all together. They were also able to learn a couple of songs which were not on their list but which we wanted played on our wedding. They were able to learn them. Our guests were so impressed by them and I often listen to the recording from our wedding to bring me back to the day and to remember how professional Art-Strings was. I recommend them for your wedding or perhaps any other event you may have.

Art-Strings Ensembles played at our wedding on April 22nd in Massapequa, Long Island. There aren't…read moreenough words to express our appreciation for their amazing talent, professionalism, courtesy and flexibility. Our guests are still talking about how much they enjoyed listening to them and how much they enhanced the celebration. We highly recommend them and guarantee you will not be disappointed!!!

La Vie En Rose Band

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We recently hired La Vie En Rose Band for a low-key corporate happy hour and let me tell you they…read moreDID NOT disappoint. Violette, the gorgeous singer, was a dream to work and schedule with. She patiently answered all my questions and was very prompt and professional. We decided to go with the jazz quintet and all of her fellow musicians were so talented and professional. They all arrived on time and were dressed so chic. The songs were wonderfully upbeat and calming. Everyone was so impressed. Violette's voice is like sunshine glistening on glass panes on a cool spring day in Paris. A big thank you to the wonderful band of La Vie En Rose for a perfect evening. Hire them. You won't regret it.

We were looking for classy, elegant, and upbeat live music for our wedding and were referred to…read moreViolette and La Vie en Rose. They were amazing! She was very professional, communicative, and easy to work with. The vocalists and musicians were all extremely talented and played a great mix of jazz and pop. Exactly the vibe we were hoping for. We had some special requests during the reception as well and she made sure everything turned out perfect. We highly recommend La Vie en Rose - you will not be disappointed. Thank you, Violette!!

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Tinaz Entertainment is a terrific company, top to bottom, for handling your event's musical needs…read more Tina and her staff (who are always professional, courteous and helpful) set the tone perfectly right for any occasion. She understands our diverse musical tastes from Punjabi, Hindi to Gujarati! For a formal wedding to casual evening with friends Tinaz Entertainment adapts to all your party needs. I can't recommend Tinaz Entertainment highly enough!

From the owner: We provide Live Indian Music Band Services to South Asian community for Wedding, Social, Cultural…read more(Garba, Raas, Dandiya during Navratri), and Religious events as well as Live Concerts. Proficient singing in Hindi, Gujrati, Bengali, amd Punjabi language. Music Entertainment Services Following are the list of services that we provide for weddings Mehndi, Sangeet or Raas Garba Nite : Live band performs Bollywood music, Qawali, Antakshari, Taali, 3 Taali, Garba, Dandiya Raas, Heench, Sanedo. Mumbai thi Gaadi, Bhangra Baraat : Dhol players, Mobile DJ, Horse/Carriage Wedding Ceremony Live Band singing Lagan Geet, DJ services, Cocktail hour: Sitar and Tabla, Piano Wedding Reception: DJ , MC and lighting packages. Other Services: Bollywood dancers, Bhangra dancers, Indian/Western Classical Dancers, Belly Dancers are available upon request.

Carla V Entertainment

Hello my name is Richie B. I first met Carla when I worked for Columbia Records back in 1988 to…read more2003 and also worked in a small club in downtown NYC promoting Artist like Marc Anthony and some of our other Columbia Artists. I met Carla through her sister who approach me a gave me her CD to listen too. Well I was impress and told her sister to tell Carla to stop by the club tomorrow which was a Sat night nite so I can meet her. Well she did and we played some tracks of her cd that nite the Crowd love it! She became big hit they all wanted to know who was singing. Carla songs became a club favorite. Carla has a great personality Friendly and Funny and very attractive. We became friends instantly and I forward her tracks to the Exec. at Columbia but unfortunately at that time they were not interested but Carla never gave up and we played her tracks every weekend at the club. She has a never stopping attitude and what she wants she will try and get. So far shes doing great writing music, performing live and acting too and has her own entertainment company . There's that song out there called "I Will Survive " well that's Carla! Carla don't ever stop ! So happy we met ( thanks to your sister)and are still friends after all these years take care and good luck in your journey . Richie Bonelli

Carla Virola is an amazing performer. She is very professional that I highly recommend her to any…read moreperforming event. Her melodic and powerful voice resonates to the audience's heart. I have seen her perform numerous times and all the audience had a great time and was raving about her. Her performance during the Vietnam Veterans Pinning Ceremony was so beautiful and touching that most of the audience cried with joy while Carla was contributing the patriotic songs to the veterans. It was such a memorable event, many thanks to Carla's wonderful performance!

Funkadelic Studios

3.8

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The recent experiences I've had at Funkadelic (solo drumming sessions) have all been very positive…read more The equipment has been well maintained and the rooms, comfortable. The staff have been consistently friendly and helpful. Additionally, the studio hosts many jams and other events which demonstrate a true (and sadly rare) dedication to supporting local musicians. I get a great vibe from Funkadelic, and am very glad they are still around, when so many other rehearsal studios have disappeared.

Funkadelic Studios also dba MJ Studios Inc. which resides on the third floor of an office building…read more Funkadelic Studios houses a total of thirteen (13) active rooms well equipped with sound, lighting as there is also a recording music studio on the premises. Admission for $5.00 with patrons' hand stamped allows patrons to hop six rooms (only six rooms were reserved for this event) in the course of the night. One room for a chill out lounge room; one room for percussion and wind instruments; one room for spoken word poetry open-mic reading; and another for vocals. Room size vary in all thirteen rooms which gives a quaint audience for musicians/artists to be acquainted and comfortable of performing in front a live audience overcoming stage freight. Funkadelic Studios felt like a bar where located all on the same street of a live performance hop from room to room without ever leaving the building. For emerging musician artists and or established musicians Funkadelic Studios is a perfect venue for practice or debuting one's talent. A fellow prolific poet invited me for the spoken word poetry event which to my utter dismay the event did not begin until 9pm. There are soda machines and musical tool machines serving as emergency backup should musicians instruments brake a chord or lost a guitar pick. The rooms are insulated for soundproof as required by law and are equipped with functional A/C ventilation. I rate Funkadelic Studios for lack of food. I would not recommend Funkadelic Studios for youngsters under age 21 as the hours of operation for events, volume of noise, explicit language used are not kid-friendly.

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Mason O.

3 years ago

Jonathan is a real teacher. I just picked up trumpet as an adult, an instrument I always wanted to play but never had the nerve to actually pick up. I finally pulled the trigger last spring and bought a trumpet, and dabbled a little on my own, before looking for a teacher. As an adult beginner my weakness was being very self conscious about making mistakes and not being able to rely on intuition as I used to, so what I needed in a teacher was someone who is kind, would have a sincere patience to persevere despite my many errors, and believe in the vision I have of being a great trumpet player one day. I was looking around for trumpet teachers in the NYC area that had deep fundamental knowledge of the basics as well as a proclivity towards jazz when I found some of Jonathan's videos on his website and youtube. I decided to email Jonathan for a trial lesson to start out, but knew by the end of the first lesson that Jonathan was the teacher I was looking for and have been taking regular lessons ever since. With a tight schedule between my masters degree and work schedule, I don't have as much time as I'd like for trumpet practice, but Jonathan helped me with a personal practice routine down to the number of minutes to fit in my schedule, as well as some exercises for the days that are especially busy. It's a great feeling to trust that for the limited time I have to practice each day, I'm getting the fundamental material from someone who seriously knows his craft as a trumpet player and a teacher. The progress has been steady and I'm so thrilled. I sincerely recommend Jonathan's lessons to anyone, especially if you can relate to my experience. read more

Marc Gregoire D.

5 months ago

I've had the pleasure of collaborating with Dr. Jonathan on two(2) occasions, and each experience has been nothing short of exceptional. He is truly a talented musician with a passion for his craft that shines through in every performance. In our past collaboration, Dr. Jonathan brought creativity, professionalism, and a unique musical perspective to the table, resulting in an outstanding outcome that exceeded all expectations. He demonstrated a remarkable ability to understand and execute the vision of the project, contributing valuable ideas and insights along the way. Our present collaboration further solidified my admiration for Jonathan's talent and dedication. Once again, he delivered flawless performances and proved to be a reliable and valuable partner in the creative process. I highly recommend Dr. Jonathan Saraga to anyone seeking a skilled and professional musician for their project. He has been instrumental in bringing my musical ideas to life, and I look forward to collaborating with him again in the future. Thank you, Dr Jonathan Saraga, for your outstanding contributions and for sharing your incredible talent with us! read more

Jorge T.

8 years ago

As a returning trumpet player, I have spent the past 7 years unpacking and refining skills long dormant, in preparation for the opportunity to have Jonathan Saraga, a Master Trumpet player, as an instructor and mentor. Beyond Jonathan's musicianship, he is a skilled educator that seeks to build upon a student's success and then assist them in their development. His attention to detail, analysis and evaluation of where I am currently and what is needed to complete my goals have proven very instrumental in my development as a Jazz Musician and Trumpet player. The classroom is just the threshold of Jonathan's dedication as he actively encourages his students to seek out opportunities beyond their comfort zones to assist us in becoming better performers through active mentorship. This quality and dedication has aided me in my development as a Jazz Trumpet performer. He is a fantastic Trumpet teacher. I highly recommend him as someone you can trust to identify your current successes, build on them all while challenging you towards new accomplishments. Dr. Jorge G. Trevino, DBA Faculty Adviser Military Programs Penn State University read more

Danielle M.

11 years ago

We have an eight year old son who has longed to play the trumpet since he was five. We decided this was the year he would begin and spent months meeting and speaking with various instructors for private lessons. Within moments of speaking with Jonathan on the phone, we knew he was the perfect instructor for our son. Jonathan is a dedicated, driven and masterful musician who also possesses a great talent for teaching. He is patient, creative and flexible in custom tailoring lessons based on each sessions progress. He strives in setting attainable goals, engaging and challenging skills for each and every lesson all the while instilling core principles for a solid foundation. It has only been a few short months in working with our son who had never picked up a trumpet before meeting Jonathan and just last week, we found our son was conceptualizing his own songs inspired by his time with Jonathan. We feel so incredibly lucky that our son is in the hands of such a talented musician and an incredible instructor. read more

西安面馆 A.

8 months ago

My son has been learning the violin since he was little. After we came to the U.S. a little over two years ago, he started 6th grade in New York. However, his school didn't have an orchestra--only a brass band--so he had to switch to the trumpet. He was interested at first, but gradually lost motivation. In November of this year, we happened to find Dr. Jonathan Saraga. He is incredibly friendly, patient, and highly professional. From embouchure and breathing to phrasing and musical expression, he explains everything clearly and thoroughly. My son learns something new in every lesson and is genuinely excited. His passion for the trumpet now even surpasses when he was learning the violin! We are truly grateful for Dr. Saraga's guidance and encouragement. He helped my son rediscover his love for music. Highly recommended! read more

Haidee J.

2 months ago

I decided I needed to get some trumpet lessons after hitting a plateau with my playing and found Jonathan. I appreciated his credentials and his response to my initial inquiry, where I let potential teachers know what I was I looking for. He asked questions and listened to what I wanted to do and provided some excellent starting exercises, as well as some confidence boosting analysis of where I was at. Over the months, we identified some key issues, how to address them, and how to continue to move forward toward my goals, as well as make new ones. I am very happy with Jonathan's musical knowledge and teaching ability and style. I have learned and grown a lot, and keep coming back. I really feel like he's keeping me on track and has made me a better horn player. Thanks Jonathan! read more

Rodrigo S.

11 years ago

Recently, while at a jam session at a club in New York City, Jonathan Saraga was in the house, and he "stepped up to the plate." As he started playing, my head started turning; I was totally awed by his technique, intonation, phrasing, the ease of his performance, and, oh, that gorgeous sound! My training had been on the upright bass, but I have been playing trumpet for about 16 years, and was looking for an instructor with newer, fresher ideas. We set up an appointment and I must say that, from the very beginning, he turned out to be the person I was looking for in order for me to become more proficient: very knowledgeable, patient, and above all, focused. There's no doubt in my mind that Jonathan is one of the best young performers/instructors in today's New York music scene. read more

Patrick M.

11 years ago

Jonathan Saraga has been teaching my four sons piano for over a year. They range in age from Kindergarten to ninth grade. Jonathan has been kind, patient, and caring with each child. He engages them easily and uses age appropriate learning techniques. My six year old has never had lessons before Jonathan and he has made leaps and bounds of progress. Jonathan has instilled a new found passion for piano with all the boys. They readily practice and actually compose their own original songs! Jonathan also tutors my 12 year old on the trumpet. I'm happy to say he received and "A" as his final grade due to Jonathan's help. I highly recommend Jonathan as a private music teacher tutor. read more

Tau H.

5 years ago

Being an amateur or beginner trumpet player, I could not have asked for better. Suitable, patient, heartfelt honesty and earnest criticism allowed me to grow as a trumpet player. Watching his effortless use of the trumpet compelled me to be more disciplined and prudent. Instilling the fundamentals of how effortlessly the use of a trumpet felt great. I began to believe in my own skills and attempted to hone in on them. Only in eight one-hour sessions, I benefit a lot from him. I tapped into my own intuitive nature and regained an admiration for Jazz. I was delighted with my lessons. Jonathan Saraga's capacity to translate music to a beginner such as myself is extraordinary. read more

Adam Z.

3 years ago

Dr Saraga has been instructing my fourteen year old son in trumpet via zoom for the last four months. We live rurally so access to his quality of instruction via zoom has removed a huge barrier to his musical development. He has embraced our son's passion and taught him as an individual, tailoring his lessons around his specific interests in a goal driven way that has been very impressive. Hearing the genuine excitement that the two of them share when something clicks is really special and we are lucky to have found someone who could cultivate that kind of chemistry. Can not recommend his services highly enough. read more

Dean M.

9 years ago

Although I've been playing music for several decades, my theory skills needed a lot of help. Enter Jonathan, who was easy to reach and very accommodating. He is a solid musician, but also an excellent educator. He was intent on understanding what I was looking for, got a reading on the state of my skills, and quickly understood my learning style. Our sessions have been consistently challenging in a positive stretch sense, and I've left each one of them with both enthusiasm and more insight. His approach has been optimally balanced, and his attitude great. I'm very fortunate to have found him. read more

Evan H.

2 years ago

I've been working with Johnathan for a while now, and my trumpet playing has improved tremendously. My chops and overall musicianship have reached new levels, thanks to his expert guidance. Johnathan's teaching style is both engaging and informative, making each lesson enjoyable and productive. Not only have I gained technical skills, but I've also greatly expanded my musical knowledge. With his encouragement, I'm now exploring more musical opportunities that I hadn't considered before. If you're serious about improving your trumpet skills, I highly recommend Johnathan! read more

Jack S.

9 years ago

Jonathan taught my son for six months while we were in Boulder. He really helped him take his playing to the next level. Even though my son is only 10, Jonathan has turned him into a serious and enthusiastic musician. He has been friendly and helpful throughout and has understood both the need to tailor his eduction to his pupil's age and the value in not treating a budding trumpet player like a baby. We are leaving Boulder, and will be sorry to say goodbye to Jonathan. I would recommend him unreservedly. read more

Dan B.

2 years ago

I'm an over 60 year old come-back trumpet player and I've been working with Jonathan for a few months now. My main focus was to work on jazz improv and he had helped me enormously. He is patient and supportive and meets you where you are as a trumpet player. He selected tunes that enabled me to work on key jazz fundamentals and chord changes and gave me challenging exercises along the way. He has also helped me improve some trumpet playing skills as we go. I highly recommend him for all levels! read more

Meg R.

11 years ago

Jonathan is an extraordinary person. Creativity is his way of being and any student or audience that encounters Jonathan will be blessed with his brilliant aesthetic sense and nature. Jonathan is a deep thinker, a soulful being who puts 100% into every endeavor he is involved in. He brings humor, beauty, soulful depth, and integrity to the world, as a musician, an artist, and a teacher. As a professional musician, professor, yoga instructor and healer, I highly recommend working with Jonathan! read more

Daniel F.

8 years ago

Jonathan gave me a number of lessons in advanced jazz theory, harmony, and improvisation. He is highly knowledgeable and skilled as an improviser, and was great at communicating this to me. If anything was unclear I would ask more questions and Jonathan did a great job of explaining the concepts in ways that were easy to understand. I highly recommend him to students of any instrument that are seeking to learn more about jazz and improvisation. read more

Stefan G.

2 years ago

I had been playing trumpet for some time before starting with Jonothan, but my lessons with him really improved my sound. he gave great specific pointers that all helped me to produce a better sound each time i played. he also helped me understand notes's relationship, and to be able to hear it in music overall fun and effective lessons read more

Joseph F.

11 years ago

Yo, if it wasn't for Jonathon Saraga giving me my lessons. I wouldn't be blowin the way I am today. He hooked me up with the real deal breathing diaphragm technique that leaves you with an effortless approach. He has so much knowledge of this instrument that I recommend him highly as a trumpet teacher. read more

Michael K.

5 months ago

I had my first lesson with Jonathan today. I haven't touched an instrument in 30 years. He asked all the questions thay led to the type of training I wanted. He was absolutely perfect! I Will continue my lessons with him. I hoghk7 recommend! read more

Michael S.

521

7 years ago

Jonathan is an amazing trumpet player and arranger. He arranged a funk chart for me within hours which was done beautifully and meticulously. Really great work done by a very talented individual. Very professional all around musician. read more

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I started playing guitar when I was 13, and now I'm in my 70s. I never took a guitar lesson until…read morea couple of years ago, when I joined NYC Guitar School. It's terrific, and my teacher (Josh Torvi) has helped me a lot. What I like most about Josh is his flexibility. He understands that each student needs to be taught differently. I'm an old guy, somewhat set in my ways. Josh doesn't force me to play in a certain style, learn certain songs, or insist I learn music theory. He doesn't tell me what to do. At the start of each lesson, he asks me what I want to work on. He'll gently suggest I try new things and get out of my comfort zone, but he doesn't push me when I just want to have fun and play stuff I know. That's what keeps me coming back every week.

Soyulla Artists

If you are looking for piano lessons for you and your family, look no further than Soyulla Artists!…read more I am extremely satisfied with the quality of instruction that both my kids and myself are experiencing as we learn how to play the piano together. As a child, I remember being very interested in music and desiring to learn how to play the piano. However, after taking only a few lessons, I no longer wanted to practice. As a child, I could not see how memorizing scales and classical pieces could lead me to being fluent in the language of music and the performer that I wanted to be. The task seemed overwhelming and my interest began to wane. Soon after, my parents gave into my requests to stop the piano lessons altogether. Thankfully, my kids are having a completely DIFFERENT experience! Our highly qualified piano teacher from Soyulla Artists uses only the BEST musical pedagogy when giving lessons. Our teacher is extremely knowledgable and explains clearly, based on research, why he chooses to incorporate specific exercises into each lesson. Each lesson consists of not only piano playing but also singing, movement, posture, rhythm and ear training. My kids are also learning how to play duets and began playing together after only one lesson. After two lessons, my son already had the confidence to sit down and write his own piece of music and perform it! I am also extremely impressed that our teacher tailors each lesson to the exact needs of his student. Each lesson builds upon the other and keeps my kids engaged and hungering for more. Sensitive to the maturity and developmental level of his students, our teacher seems to know exactly how to engage us and what we each need to learn in order to move forward in our pursuit of becoming better musicians. If you are looking to improve your skills in a musical instrument, I highly recommend trying an instructor provided by Soyulla Artists. I think you will find that it is money and time well spent! Thank you Soyulla Artists for finding such an awesome teacher for me and my children!

We highly recommend Soyulla Artists. Our two sons (9 and 5 years old) have been taking violin…read morelessons with Soyulla Artists for over a year. They were matched with an awesome teacher, enjoy the lessons, and have made great progress. We are also pleased with the convenience of having in-home lessons at a reasonable price, receiving monthly progress reports, and having the opportunity for the kids to perform in recitals three times a year. Finally, the staff are exceedingly professional and responsive, making the entire experience pleasant and hassle-free.

Udi Levy Guitar Lessons New York City

(13 reviews)

I've been taking lessons from Udi for approximately 5 months. As someone who has played the guitar…read morebut never taken lessons, I needed a teacher who could easily fill the gaps in my knowledge and technique in an organized and thoughtful way. Udi does this in a way that makes every lesson fun, engaging, and incredibly informative! He is a masterful guitarist and composer who can help Amy level of student reach their goals!

After going thru three guitar teachers unsuccessfully, I've finally met a teacher that has all the…read moreskills to make you a better guitar player quickly. Udi has been teaching me electric guitar for the last 2 years (and still ongoing). Udi is by far, the best teacher I've had.....ever. His easy-to-understand, practical approach and vast experience have allowed me to expand my understanding of music theory, as well as have armed me with practical skills I've been longing for in an effort to enhance my guitar skills. If you're tired of being stuck in the same place, playing the same songs, or wasting time playing the same scales without understanding how it all connects together, if you're ready to truly move forward quickly with your passion, I can't recommend Udi enough. Killer teacher with killer skills with awesome, laid back friendly, non-judgmental approach. Udi tailors his approach to your needs and follows your desired approach, whether it be kick-ass technical skills, deep music theory, or both.

Guitar Lessons with Rob Bazer

(2 reviews)

Rob is the only guitar teacher I have ever had who made sure to teach me the instrument correctly,…read morewhile making sure that the concepts and skills tied back to the music I love to play. The journey through different genres and styles was interesting and informative, expanding my musical vocabulary and technique, while giving me new ways to play and appreciate my favorite songs. My only regret is that I don't have more time for lessons. 11/10.

Rob is an excellent teacher. He has a thoughtful approach to each student, tailoring his lessons to…read morethat person's ability and level of experience. He is a patient teacher who is invested in his students. Rob is also very generous with his time and I have never felt rushed during a lesson. I highly recommend trying a lesson with Rob. I have been working with Rob for over 2.5 years and have learned so much during that time.

Nicola Vazquez - Voice And Guitar Teacher

(4 reviews)

My 13-year-old daughter took lessons from Nicola for a year - learned a lot and had a great time…read more Nicola was easy to communicate with, friendly, and knowledgeable. The only reason why the lessons ended is we are moving out of NYC. I highly recommend her as a guitar teacher. She brings out the best in her students.

My 9 year old son is taking guitar lessons with Nicola for about 2 months now. Nicola is such a…read morepassionate and inspiring artist and teacher. I feel like she understood my son as a student since the first day and continually challenges him with guitar solos in a fun and encouraging way. She is punctual, but yet flexible with our crazy NYC schedules which make these lessons to follow doable for all of us. We are very lucky to have connected with her, and looking forward for him to develop and grow as a guitar player.

NYC Vocal Studio

Great! Great! Great! I am having so much fun taking singing lessons with Molly. I've always wanted…read moreto know how to sing and really had no idea how. After two lessons, I already feel like my brain has exploded (in a good way!) and all of my old misconceptions have melted away. I could go on and on but instead will just mumble through this for brevity's sake...fun...awesome...learny...good....happy...la la la! Yay!!!!

I'm an absolute beginner except a little bit of singing in a school choir…read more I've always liked singing, but never knew how to do it right, until now. I'm working with Dan Lawler. He is a great teacher. In the few lessons that I had so far, I've learned so much already. Amazing! He makes me feel comfortable with my voice and after each lesson I go out with a smile on my face. It's so much fun!

Edward Nemirovsky