Nick is a very patient teacher who has a knowledge of music far beyond that if most individuals! I…read moream a novice who had no prior musical background and now I can at least experience the and understand some basic concepts and apply them to my playing! Thank you NICK!!!

Since we discovered Nick, we have felt very lucky to have him as a music teacher. His communication…read moreskills are top notch and he is constantly trying to encourage my son in any way he can, such as choose pieces that he would like to jam to, open discussion, and even changing instruments. My son started with Nick with guitar, but recently changed over to drums. Nick also plays and teaches many different instruments. So very talented and makes each class fun for my son. Nick suggests different ways to keep kids engaged. Thank you, nick!!! You are truly a musical teacher gem to us.

I used Expressway Music for a work event and they exceeded my expectations. We hired DJ Dave for…read moremusic and to MC our Karaoke sessions. He was INCREDIBLE. He was on time, super flexible with all of our last minute changes and most importantly, he played GREAT MUSIC SELECTIONS. He's a DJ who knows his stuff. Thanks so much to DJ Dave and Expressway for making our Sales offsite party a huge hit!

DJ Dave played at our daughters grad party this past Saturday night. We hired him because we had…read moreheard him at another party last summer. Both parties had folks up and dancing. It was uplifting, lively, and Dave kept it perfectly moving. He knew exactly what music to play and when. No one wanted to stop the party so we added another half hour. I recommend Dave without reservation and I would hire him again and again.

Brought my Jackson American Virtuoso in for a setup and fret level. Easy communication, fair…read moreprices, decent turnaround time, and just an overall nice guy. Guitar is buttery smooth, did a great job. Also offered a free tune up under warranty if anything shifts which is very generous of him given that this NYC winter nearly guarantees a shift in the setup. Don't think I'll need to ever look elsewhere as long as he's around.

I have found my "go-to" luthier in NYC and could not be happier with Farhad's professionalism and…read moreattention to his clients! I brought in my precious Martin HD-28 acoustic for a repair and a setup after reading great testimonials, and he took the time to walk me through not only the process of the repair, but also gave me a necessary lesson on humidifiers for the room and guitar case in these dry New York winters which can cause the wood to shrink and eventually crack on delicate instruments. As a recent transplant from Los Angeles, I had never had to worry about these temperature and humidity issues, but now I'm an "evangelist" about this and I've been sharing this advice to all of my musician friends and bandmates, thanks to Farhad's great advice! He also stands by his warranty on his setups, and just performed an expert tune-up on my Martin after the initial set up for no charge, while I brought the guitar to the shop (by appointment). He is also a very friendly guy, and makes his own bespoke line of electric guitars and pedals, and I've spoken to one of his employees? apprentices? partners? also working on the repair bench at Southside Guitars in Williamsburg, which to me exemplifies a real community of professional craftsmen and musicians who are passionate about guitars. I know where I'll be taking my guitars from now on. I've spent a lot of time finding "my" guitar techs/luthiers in LA over the years, and I'm so happy to have found Farhad here in Williamsburg. I will recommend him to everyone I know in New York.

Bill is such a great entertainer, great style and great selections. We always enjoy seeing him…read moreperform!

Bil organized a wonderful performance for our WWI Commemoration on Veterans Day. Bill and his…read morequintet provided live entertainment with top pieces from the World War I era including Over There; It's a Long Way to Tipperary and many others. Bill played a vintage soprano sax from 1915. Bill is a talented musician and vocalist who can perform on a variety of instruments and is highly recommended. Helen Day Vice President of the Richmond Hill Historical Society

I can't say enough wonderful things about Jesse Wallace as a teacher and mentor. When I first…read morestarted working with him, I knew virtually nothing about jazz drumming and had almost no understanding of music theory. I was intimidated, unsure of myself, and honestly not very confident in my abilities. But Jesse saw potential in me long before I could see it in myself. Over the years, he has patiently and skillfully guided me from those very first uncertain steps to a place I once only dreamed of reaching. Today, I can proficiently read music notation and even perform jazz drum solos -- something that always felt far out of reach. Thanks to Jesse, I can also play a pretty mean swing mambo! That growth didn't happen by accident; it happened because Jesse is not only deeply knowledgeable, but also incredibly dedicated and thoughtful in the way he teaches. What truly sets Jesse apart is his patience. No matter how many times I struggled or needed something explained again, he never rushed me or made me feel inadequate. He creates a supportive, encouraging environment where learning feels safe and progress feels possible. His calm demeanor and steady belief in his students make all the difference. Studying with Jesse has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my musical journey. I'm beyond grateful for his guidance, his expertise, and his unwavering encouragement. If you're looking for a teacher who combines deep musical knowledge for any style of playing (Jazz, Rock, Metal, etc) with extraordinary patience and genuine care for his students, Jesse Wallace is truly exceptional.

Jesse has been our son's drum teacher for 3 years now and we feel SO lucky to have found such an…read moreincredible mentor. Our son has fully blossomed into an accomplished drummer and is eager to keep pushing himself to level up his skills. Jesse has instilled so much confidence in his abilities and expanded his musical horizons. Jesse is brimming with talent, enthusiasm and dedication to growing his students into consummate musicians. Highly recommend!!

We had the time of our lives at our wedding thanks to ATOMIC FUNK!!! They were absolutely…read moreincredible - the dancing never stopped and people reached out to tell me afterward how much fun the band was. They learned new songs for our first dance, etc and performed them FLAWLESSLY!! They are professional, prompt and so easy to work with, I would give them ten stars if I could. Stop reading this review and BOOK ATOMIC FUNK NOW!! Thank you for the best night of our lives

We had the best experience with Atomic Funk! We had to get creative as we had 2 reception seatings…read morein the time of COVID and they were able to comply with everything we asked with odd timing for the band being on and in between sets and they played many of the songs requested! We had a great experience with them and they're incredibly talented!! I couldn't be happier and got many accolades on how incredible they were!

A friend told me about Astoria music and how he got his acoustic guitar repaired for a reasonable…read moreprice and in Just a few days . I decided to start playing my bass guitar again after being non active for a bunch of years and it needs a little TLC before I can slap my axe . Astoria music is really a mom and pop old school music shop that sells and service many different types of musical instruments and they have music teachers as well if you want your little one to learn an instrument or if you the adult want to start a new hobby . Very nice gent who i assume is the owner , looked over my bass and knew exactly needed to be done . A few parts had to be replaced and I didn't mind cause I do recall how nice my fender bass sounded when it was in peak shape . 3 days later it was ready and the sound is exactly what I remembered after all these years . Glad my friend told me about this music store and would recommend this place 100 percent. 4.5 stars on my yelp meter.

1. There is a "technology fee" of 7$+ when you pay through credit card. I don't know what that is…read more Owner didn't mention while paying. See pic. Not a tax because tax is already added to the "Base Amount" 2. Bass guitar I bought has already a bended headstock and warped neck. But the owner insists it is okay. And when I said "you are luthier, you know it is not". He refunded my money and told me he can change the headstock to a new one. 3. Website says they are open and will be opened 11am. Waited and wasted 2 hours in the cold outside went back the next day and told me they now open at past 1pm. Photos of my horrible experiences below.

My friends who have children and live in New York have used Hey Joe Guitar to link up with…read moreprofessional and affordable music teachers - who come to their home. Joe Berger, Hey Joe Guitar's director took a personal interest in making sure that they had a positive experience. If you are looking for a high quality music teacher for your child, you owe it to yourself to call Hey Joe Guitar and speak with Joe directly. Joe has decades of experience as a music educator and will provide you with top flight personal attention. Whether or not you end up using his school, if you are interested in finding a music teach for your child, I think you will be glad you spoke with Joe.

My kids (now 9 & 11) have been taking from HJG for a couple of years now. One takes piano, the…read moreother takes guitar. Recently, we transitioned to online lessons due to the COVID-19 quarantine, and amazingly, my kids are just as enthusiastic about their lessons as ever. They are learning at the same rate and their instructors manage to maintain their attention throughout every session. We've tried other instructors in the past, but none have been as much fun, engaging, and educational as HJG. Cannot more highly recommend for kids - online or in-person!!!

I've seen Scott perform as both a solo guitarist and as part of a trio…read more As a solo artist, I saw him perform rock and funk classics from a diverse group of artists, including Stevie Wonder and the Lumineers. When he was with the trio, he played with a pianist and a bass player. All three sounded great together. I see that Scott Kacenga Music is listed under wedding planning--but I didn't see him play at a wedding. Although, I'm sure Scott's performance would serve as a nice addition to any formal/informal wedding.

Scott was great! We requested a specific song for when my wife walked down the aisle and he took…read morethe time to learn the song, tape himself playing it, and send us the video all before we even signed a contract with him! We had him on guitar along with a violinist from his company play during the processional at our wedding. The sound was perfect and we got a ton of compliments. He was also very communicative during the wedding planning process. I highly recommend him!