The New Windsor Music Academy is based on the belief that the students needs are of the utmost importance. The Studio is committed to meeting those needs. As a result, a high percentage of our business is from repeat customers and referrals.Lessons are catered towards what the student wants to learn. There is no one method that works for each student. Each student has different ways of learning, we recognize this and apply it to our teaching policy. The Lessons should be a fun and positive experience as the student progresses on his or her instrument.
Services
New Windsor Music Academy is the largest music school in New Windsor, NY with an active enrollment of over 650 students ranging from ages 4 to adult. Students drive as far away as Dutchess, Ulster, and Rockland counties to take lessons here. While you are researching the best school for you, please consider the benefits of becoming a student here and see why we are the hudson valley's number one and best choice for music lessons.
The New Windsor Music Academy is based on the belief that the students needs are of the utmost importance. The Studio is committed to meeting those needs. As a result, a high percentage of our business is from repeat customers and referrals. Lessons are catered towards what the student wants to learn.
The New Windsor Music Academy offers private music lessons for: Guitar, Bass, Drums, Piano, Voice, Violin, Woodwinds, Brass, and more. Ages 4 and up. All Levels /Styles. Adults: It's Never too late to learn how to play! We welcome beginners and all levels no matter what age! WHAT DO YOU LEARN IN YOUR MUSIC LESSONS?
Guitar instruction is offered as a weekly 30 or 60 minute private lesson on electric or acoustic guitar. Beginner, intermediate, and advanced lessons are available in a variety of different styles such as rock, pop, classical, metal, r&b, christian, and more. We also offer lessons in electric bass, mandolin, banjo, and ukulele.
People
Mike Benninger
Director and Teacher
Director and Teacher Mike Benninger opened The New Windsor Music Academy in August of 2013 after have a successful home based studio since 2003 called Mike's Guitar Studio. With over 20 years of teaching experience he has taught as a freelance, college, and high school teacher and has covered age groups 3 to adult.
Reviews (14)
Ronnie Rooney
May 30, 2022
I love new Windsor music academy. My daughter has been taking clarinet and voice for over a year here. We are a military family stationed at West Point. The teachers are wonderful and my daughter considers them friends now. She has learned a great deal, even if she doesn't practice as much as she should. Haha. I highly recommend new Windsor music to anyone - new or not new to the neighborhood:
Kerrie Richards
Mar 13, 2022
Both of my daughters take lessons at New Windsor Music Academy, and they are both thoroughly enjoying their experiences! Their teachers are patient, understanding, and most importantly encouraging. Their love of music and playing an instrument grows with each lesson. Lisa at the front desk is also very helpful, informative, and kind. I am very happy with my experience with New Windsor Music Academy!
Jaymee Scaduto
Feb 15, 2022
I am absolutely loving my experience with New Windsor Music Academy! I finally am taking those piano lessons I have dreamed of for years! The instructors and staff are wonderful, talented and knowledgeable and I can't believe how quickly I am learning! It's also been a great way to carve out some "me" time. If anyone is thinking about music lessons of any kind, I tell them that New Windsor Music Academy is the place to go! Don't wait as long as I did to start the journey because you will love it!
Anne W.
Feb 13, 2022
My kid's experience with the New Windsor Music Academy is wonderful. The professional, positive, and supportive environment provided by the Academy makes you not only learn the music, but also feel the music with happiness and believe in the inspiration that music brings --- it's therefore a more than 5-star experience.
Jasmin Roig
Feb 10, 2022
My daughter and son attend New Windsor Music Academy for in-person and virtual piano lessons. Having both options is certainly a convenience, the quality of the lesson remains the same for in-person or virtual classes. NWMA has highly qualified musical teachers for students ranging from beginner to advanced levels. Make-up music lesson assignments are automatically emailed to students when they are missed.
The staff is extremely helpful and willing to accommodate special requests. My children and I are very happy with their music teacher and with New Windsor Music Academy. We highly recommend.
The staff is extremely helpful and willing to accommodate special requests. My children and I are very happy with their music teacher and with New Windsor Music Academy. We highly recommend.
Edward Busse
Jan 21, 2022
Maria Kotsamanidis
Nov 30, 2021
I would highly recommend New Windsor Music Academy to anyone looking for a music program for themselves or their child. Lisa is extremely helpful and accomedating. The instructors are well versed and work well with children. My boys enjoy piano and guitar at the school and have both grown so much as musicians. We have also taken advantage of the virtual option and it works beautifully into our schedule. They are truly great!
Maria Kotsamanidis
Nov 18, 2021
I would highly recommend New Windsor Music Academy to anyone looking for a music program for themselves or their child. Lisa is extremely helpful and accomedating. The instructors are well versed and work well with children. My boys enjoy piano and guitar at the school and have both grown so much as musicians. We have also taken advantage of the virtual option and it works beautifully into our schedule. They are truly great!
Jay Cap
Oct 22, 2021
My daughter has been a student at New Windsor for about 2 years or so now. First it was singing and now piano. To see her progress with piano has been so awesome. Her first teacher Wailyn was excellent and now Alan is also awesome. They have both broadened our daughter's love for playing. And. I have to give a shout out to Lisa at the front desk. She is always so kind and personable and accommodating. I would recommend New Windsor to any child or adult. Thank you!
Melissa L.
Oct 11, 2021
New Windsor Music Academy is a gem! My kids have been taking lessons, learning and growing here for many years now. The staff has been nothing short of amazing since day 1. The teachers genuinely care and encourage the kids all the time. It is such a great place for them to improve their talents and continue their love and passion for music.
Liz M.
Dec 25, 2020
My 10 year old has been taking piano lessons at New Windsor Music Academy for almost 3 years. He absolutely loves his teacher Mary P. She is really nice, sweet and very patient. Mary is thorough and does a really nice job customizing the lessons to fit each child's needs. Recently, my 6 year old also started taking piano lessons with Mary and I'm very happy because she makes the lessons fun and interactive for the little ones. I also want to note that when we needed to rearrange the kids schedules for their piano lessons, Kayleigh was very helpful and accommodating. She went above and beyond.
Lisa Greenberg Bankos
Aug 07, 2017
Christine P.
My son has been taking lessons at Mike's Guitar Studio (New Windsor Music Academy) for a little over two years now. His instructor is very knowledgeable, well qualified, and patient. My son has made great progress, and has improved tremendously. He always looks forward to his weekly lessons because his instructor is fun and makes lessons interesting. I am glad that we were referred to Mike's Guitar Studio.
Andrew Rodriguez
My children (ages 13 and 10) have been going to Mike's Guitar Studio (New Windsor Music Academy) for guitar and piano lessons for the last three years. Their instructor teaches in a way that makes it fun to learn and keep them coming back for more. They started with no music background and now they can play, read sheet music and appreciate music a lot more than they did before. There is nothing better than listening to them argue over who practiced more between lessons.