Margaret Mills

Music instruction in town takes on many shapes, and Margaret Mills adds a steady presence at the corner of East 11th Street. Parents around the block give the studio a quick five-minute walk from the subway, and the area hums with families who pop in for regular sessions. Traditional lessons in piano and violin share the schedule with beginner-friendly group classes where kids can learn to strum ukuleles or tap out simple rhythms on drums.

To set up a visit, dial (212) 777-3240. The studio sits at 235 E 11th St, New York, NY 10003. Step inside for a quick walk-through of the space or head straight to the maps for directions: two blocks south of the East Village hub. That link drops a pin right at the door, so you’re never hunting lost.