Music classes for adults. A community to grow with.
Small-group music classes, ensembles, private lessons, and workshops for beginners and returning musicians in Park Slope, Brooklyn.
Music Lessons for Adult Beginners in Brooklyn
Founded in 2012 by musicians Ginger Dolden and Pete Lanctot, Bantam Studios offers music education designed specifically for adults. Our programs welcome complete beginners, musicians returning after time away, and experienced players looking to develop their skills.
We offer structured beginner programs, ongoing technique classes, ensembles, workshops, and private lessons. Classes are small, with an emphasis on developing practical skills, understanding the music you're playing, and building the confidence to continue learning independently.
Our approach is straightforward: good instruction, engaging material, and a strong sense of community. We believe that enjoying the process of learning is just as important as developing the skills to keep progressing.
About the Instructors
Bantam Studios is led by musicians and educators Ginger Dolden and Pete Lanctot. Both are accomplished performers, composers, and recording artists with extensive professional experience across a wide range of musical styles and disciplines.
With decades of combined teaching experience, they've developed a deep understanding of how adults learn music, from complete beginners to experienced players. Their approach combines professional musicianship with a well-established curriculum, clear instruction, and an understanding of the different goals and experiences students bring to the classroom.
