BMS Backstage

BMS Backstage is a new monthly series that takes our community behind the scenes and on a journey through BMS, the history, the community and by celebrating historical and contemporary aspects of music and the performing arts . Anika Rahman our new and brilliant marketing intern explores contemporary and historical subjects through the lens of the building, programming, events and our local and global community connections.

For over a century, Brooklyn Music School has instilled musical knowledge in the minds of its students. However, BMS' most important philosophy has always been to encourage a lifelong love of music. Few things bring people together more than music, and few things are more rewarding or enjoyable than learning to play an instrument. It's for this reason that we're so excited to recognize National Get Out Your Guitar Day with this month’s installment of Backstage.

The guitar has come a long way from the first plucking of string to the entrancing, melodious chords we recognize today. Its roots can be found in a variety of ancient instruments dating back as far as 4,000 years. Though it is most often  traced back to 16th century Spain.  Since then, the guitar has been adapted and changed to meet the needs of musicians and audiences.

The guitar is known for its versatility and ability to transcend genre. As well as its accessibility and ease of learning. At BMS we offer both group and individual lessons to learn such a versatile instrument.  Group guitar lessons cover fundamentals, including picking hand techniques, playing in a group environment, note reading, introduction to chords, etc. While private lessons provide students at all ages of experience to work in a highly tailored, one-on-one environment with world-class guitar educators across a range of musical traditions. Instruction covers musical styles including rock, jazz, classical, blues folk/Americana, and Bluegrass.

Experience the guitar at BMS

National Get Out Your Guitar Day is the perfect opportunity for everyone, regardless of skill level, to grab their guitar and play. If you don't know how to play, or it's been a while since you've picked up the instrument, consider signing up for group or individual lessons at BMS. Our highly skilled instructors will have you playing the music you love in no time. So what are you waiting for? Grab your guitar and let's celebrate!

Get Out Your Guitar Day

February 11, 2023