Luke Schwartz

Teaches at New York City Guitar School East

Luke Schwartz may be one of the most patient and gentle people we’ve ever met…but do not be deceived! Beneath his calm exterior rages the flame of a monstrous player, composer…and teacher! He has taught upper-level music theory and guitar ensemble at the college level (University of S. Florida), as well as composition, theory, and improvisation, and he’s even coached teen rock bands here at NYC Guitar School. His compositions have been presented at music festivals including the All-Florida Composer’s Symposium, the Emerging Paradigms Conference, the Suncoast Music Education Research Symposium, 10th Annual Festival of Contemporary Music, NYC Composers Now, 2nd Annual Electroa-acoustic Barn Dance, and the 12-Nights Electronic Music and Arts Festival. He has a B.A. in Music Theory with an emphasis on jazz guitar, and a Masters in Music Composition from USF. We are delighted that he has left the muggy reaches of Florida to join us here in Gotham! If you’re looking for a teacher who has tremendous technical depth, yet a patient and music-based approach suitable for a beginner of any age, Luke is your man!