Gilmore Music Store

(27 reviews)

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Kind and knowledgeable teachers and a great location! When we called the studio to get lessons for…read moreour son who loves loves loves music at such a young age, he started playing at 3, they were willing to give it a try and we are so thankful. He loves drums and guitar. It was a great fit for our family. Mr. John is so kind and wants to share his love of music with his students. Our son loves to rock out with his teachers and they are so encouraging and meet at his level. The office staff is so friendly and accommodating. We are thankful to have found this studio and highly recommend it for all ages!

Wonderful kind and talented music teachers. I highly recommend this location! I'm a beginner in…read moreplaying the ukulele and the entire staff really made me feel at home. Thank you so much for such a fun experience:))

More Music LB

(31 reviews)

I realized I hadn't given this spot a review, even though I swing by every few months just to see…read morewhat they've got. I recommend More Music to everyone I know in the area who needs a set up or a routine repair that they can't do on their own. I also want to add that, so far as I can tell, they do a full set up on all the guitars for sale -- that puts them well above big box stores and many online retailers. I hope this spot is able to stick around for many years!

Great little neighborhood music store. I stopped by for bass strings and they had exactly what I…read moreneeded in stock. I didn't have to drive to the big G store in Cerritos. Excellent customer service with a friendly attitude.

Cal Heights Music

(94 reviews)

My daughter has been taking piano and drum for a few months now. Her teacher is so patient and kind…read morewith her. There are so many different instrument classes to choose from. Everyone is so welcoming and the first time she started playing drums her face lit up.

Went here a few times for my niece's recital. Cute space but small; you may call it cozy. Staff is…read moregreat with the kids, very encouraging. Please check it out when you have some time.

Lara's Piano Coaching Academy

4.8

(19 reviews)

I've been learning piano with Lara for about four years now, and it's been an awesome journey. Lara…read morehas not only taught me all the technical stuff but also helped me really become passionate about learning piano and making the songs we learn my own. Her patience and enthusiasm make every lesson fun and motivating. She is always finding new and improved teaching modalities/platforms that keeps classes fun and evolving. I can't thank Lara enough for all the support and encouragement she has given me.

TL;DR - Passionate instructor + Revolutionary method = Best lifetime value…read more Lara's specialty sets her apart among piano instructors. Her teaching method focuses on getting students to learn rhythm and sight-reading. While it sounds basic, it is really the foundation of music. By focusing on these skills first, it enables the student to do so much more over time. Mastering the ability to sightread alone empowers me to learn any new sheet music, and not quit in the process because I got overwhelmed or frustrated... I am 30 years old and took 3.5 years of various music courses during my schooling, including violin, guitar, percussion, and piano. None of my previous instruction ever set me free in the sense that I could go pick up some random, unfamiliar sheet music, and learn how to play it in minutes on my own. That's where Lara's lessons have been different. Despite only going to Lara's lessons for 3 months, I feel like I could learn any popular music song on the piano in a single day--eat your heart out Maroon 5! It's been a great experience so far and I look forward to continue my progress. Another benefit of her method is I will be able to learn how to sing and play simultaneously--something I never believed would be possible for me!

Lilia Pershina Piano Studio

(10 reviews)

Lilia Pershina deserves more than five stars as a Piano teacher!! She is an incredible mentor who…read morehas taught me so much about not just the Piano but musical theory as well and every time I go to a lesson I'm super excited to see what she will teach me on that day. I came to Lilia only a few months ago after having studied with another teacher for about 18 months and had problems with my hands hurting after practice and concerns about my ability to actually recall and play music once I had learned it. Immediately Lilia could tell 2 things: first, she could see that my technique needed work (I had a lot of tension in my hands) and I can honestly say that after even just a weeks of working with her my hands had stopped hurting during (or after) playing and as someone who is nearing 40 years of age, this is an absolute relief. The next thing she made me aware of, was that I wasn't actually reading the music. I had a (bad) habit of studying and memorizing the pieces but then not being able to follow the music because through practicing I would not actually follow the music with my eyes because I was too busy checking on my hands. I'm pleased to say that with her help this issue too has quickly been resolved. She also has a knack for knowing just the perfect piece for me at the right time, and I can say that my confidence in playing is improving tremendously. She even has me practicing my sight reading daily, which is slowly getting better as well as she pushes and gives me the foundation I need to believe I can do it. As I noted earlier, she has been teaching me musical theory and believe me, I have had other teachers in my life try to teach my theory and it was always sort of just thrown at me in overwhelming chunks and non sequiturs that never seemed to lead anywhere. The exception lies here. Lilia doesn't just explain bits and bobs. She has me working out of workbooks that are presenting musical ideas that I couldn't understand verbally and slowly guiding me further and further through each level. She often times will stop and ask me if I understand the concept, and honestly there have been times where she has to explain it to me about 5 times over before I can understand what she is trying to teach me, but she is so patient and thorough and every day I can see an improvement. Her studio is right in the heart of Long Beach, and it is quiet and very professional. In her studio, she has both an upright and a Grand piano side by side so you can try either one alternately depending on your needs. I myself, had never actually had the privilege to play a grand piano and so it is really nice to go over there and have the ability to play on one. In addition, by having two pianos it allows her to play duets with you, or also for her to quickly show you how to play something without having to switch back and forth each time on the same piano. Also, as an added plus for anyone who hates driving in this city, her house is on a fairly open, sleepy street and as a result parking is super mellow and has never presented a problem. If you are looking to start your children in lessons, I would highly recommend Lilia. And if you are an older learner like me, or if you have never played but are interested in trying, she has shown me that it's never too late and will help you achieve your goals. Honestly, after having so many mediocre music teachers over the years charging 25-30% more per hour, I find her prices to be super reasonable in comparison and an absolute steal for the one on one guidance and care she provides. I hope to be a student of her's for years to come, because I know under her guidance I will continue to surpass all expectations of my abilities and absolutely further my musical journey. Thank you Lilia! See you next week!

I feel lucky to have found Lilia on my first try after moving during the pandemic from NY to CA. As…read morean adult piano student, she has helped me towards my goals of having nice pieces to perform on demand, expanding my limited knowledge of theory and just appreciating my time practicing. She uses direct instruction, workbooks and has shared some very useful videos of both performances and practice techniques. Her studio is in a lovely, private location and all of her dealings are very professional. She works with you on makeups and vacations. Overall, she is my dream piano teacher!

Spencer Music and Artist Development

4.3

(6 reviews)

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I have an enormous amount of gratitude having gotten the chance to work with Mr. Spencer. He really…read moreenjoys the craft of teaching and his energy is infectious. He makes lessons digestible for the student but still challenges them in a way that ensures their growth. I've gone to multiple different coaches for acting but James is the one I trust most with my career development.

James Spencer is a artist developer, musician, recording…read moreartist and excellent web designer. James created an excellent website for me. I thoroughly recommend him for the services that I have listed.

Ronson Music Studio

(14 reviews)

My daughter has been with Anneke for 2 years now as a vocal student. Anneke's deliberate approach…read moreto vocal development and care is wonderful. I've seen growth and confidence in my daughter. My son has been taking guitar with Evan for 6 months and is doing wonderfully. Evan meets him and his interests exactly where he is and keeps his 14 year old self motivated and loving music. This duo is amazing. If you want your kids to love music and to watch them grow in a healthy environment, this is the place to go. Stop looking elsewhere.

Anneke is wonderful. She teaches piano to my 9 year old son and I'm absolutely amazed at his…read moreprogress due to Anneke's teaching ability. He loves the lessons and adores Anneke. My 7 year old daughter takes Anneke's voice lessons and she has so much fun! She is learning about music, singing, and gaining confidence through Anneke's voice lessons. Our family highly suggests Anneke!

Morey's Music Store

4.8

(183 reviews)

Awesome employees! They were very respectful, don't look to get money, but look for which violin…read morebest suits you. I suggest looking for instruments in their website and booking an appointment when buying something. Definitely coming again!

As soon as I walked into the store, a staff member greeted me and offered help--even though he…read morelooked busy handling some paperwork. He asked what I needed, and I explained that my acoustic guitar had a broken peg tuner. I already had the replacement part with me, so I handed it over. Instead of jumping straight into recommendations or upselling, he immediately tried to fix it on the spot. Once he confirmed it was repairable, he quickly cut the string, replaced the tuner, and got everything back in place. The whole process took less than 10 minutes! I live in Carson, so driving out to Lakewood and getting it fixed the same day was such a relief. This guitar isn't for professional use--it's for my daughter who's just starting to learn--so having it ready right away saved me a lot of time and hassle. He even tuned it by ear in seconds, which was really impressive. Overall, a smooth and pleasant experience. I really appreciated the quick, no-nonsense service and would definitely come back again for future repairs!

On Stage Music Academy

(24 reviews)

We were in Long Beach for a month or so, and I wanted to take advantage of our time here. It's…read moredefinitely been tough during the pandemic, and so we were a bit cautious of an in-person music class, but definitely glad that we went ahead and participated. Our daughter was about 18 months at the time, and I would say that overall, she really liked it! It's a bit on the pricey side, honestly, but if your kiddo isn't normally exposed to live music or musical instruments, I would definitely check it out. Bill is a true musician/artist, through and through, and opens up the rest of the rooms after the class for your kiddos to explore. you don't have to worry about "oh no, what if my kid touches something??" Bill welcomes kids to explore and play --- incredibly inviting environment. Julie did a wonderful job creating a sense of community in the class. she has an amazing voice, and engaged us in some fun songs. After some songs, my daughter would say "more!". The only part that made it a little tough was that the sound was quite loud and so was Julie's voice, so it actually made my daughter cry a couple of times (she is a bit sensitive to noise, though!) My husband is a musician of sorts, so our daughter has been exposed to several instruments already, but this place has quite a few more :)

YES A GOOD MUSIC ACADEMY!!…read more So my family has been trying to find a good music academy. We finally found one after tons and TONS of researching as well as referrals and I cannot be more please. Took me a while to get this review up but I thought I might as well since I've been active today on Yelp! This academy goes above and beyond. The teachers are kind and my kids love it here. Super nice academy and when I sit in on their lessons, my kids are so so happy! I have a little on at home and want them to be more involved since they're not all about sports at the moment. Honestly 10/10. We chose here instead of a local place because of some concerning rumors and we couldn't be happier!

Dave's Island Instruments

(31 reviews)

I came across an ad for a free handpan lesson. I was so excited because handpan music has been so…read morecalming and that's all I've been listening to lately. It was such an amazing experience. We were lucky and got to experience Liron Man play for us since he was here for a music convention. He's been playing for 20 years and you can definitely feel how much heart he puts into his music. It is Dave's shop and he was very sweet. He actually makes the hand pans which is very cool. Daniel was our instructor and he was very engaging and funny. I loved his energy. He told us about the different types of handpans and went over the rhythm, melody, harmony, and silence. Daniel was kind and went around the room to individually help everyone. I'm so glad I got to try it out. I'll definitely be coming back as it's $75 for an hour lesson. It's also $150 a month to rent out a handpan which also goes toward the payment for if you decide to buy.

I didn't know I wanted a ukulele until I saw an Instagram Ad for a free session, which then drew me…read morein for a quick hour. After a quick introduction, the story, and the lesson, I realized I indeed wanted one... just a matter of when. The lesson here was amazing. I didn't leave playing a full-fledged song (I'm a first-timer), but I left with knowledge, motivation, and a thirst for more. There was no pressure to buy any instruments or to sign up for any products. The only difficult part was finding parking. The plaza is U-shaped, with businesses along the U but not much parking around for customers. Some cars were parked in unofficial spots, so I would recommend planning for parking during your visit.

More Music LB

(31 reviews)

I realized I hadn't given this spot a review, even though I swing by every few months just to see…read morewhat they've got. I recommend More Music to everyone I know in the area who needs a set up or a routine repair that they can't do on their own. I also want to add that, so far as I can tell, they do a full set up on all the guitars for sale -- that puts them well above big box stores and many online retailers. I hope this spot is able to stick around for many years!

Great little neighborhood music store. I stopped by for bass strings and they had exactly what I…read moreneeded in stock. I didn't have to drive to the big G store in Cerritos. Excellent customer service with a friendly attitude.

Long Beach Guitar Repair

4.7

(158 reviews)

I wanted to get some repairs for Squier Telecaster Contemporary HH. Called in to see if they take…read morewalk-ins, and they did! Brought my guitar 15 minutes later, they accepted me and were incredibly transparent about the repair, labor, and material costs. I thought the cost was incredibly fair, compared to other quotes I got from other locations. I gave them my guitar, they told me it'd be available in 1-2 days, and I picked it up the following day. Great service and very friendly!

I abuse the living crap out of my guitars. I have brought in a 2 guitars here. Both for a pickup…read moreswap and some serious TLC (see first sentence). They more than took care of my abused children. One of the guitars I even requested that the volume knob/control be removed (because I don't understand the use of it). They did it with flying colors. Turn around time is usually a week here. Which is not an issue in my book. Do not be shocked by the messiness inside. That means they are doing great work.

Aleks's Piano Movers

(424 reviews)

The men who moved my piano were very professional. They took their time to make sure there was no…read moredamage to houses or the piano. I was missing a couple of bolts in the legs, and they were able to help me. They recommended Vladimir to tune my piano. He also did a thoroughly professional job. I am excited to practice again.

A good friend generously gifted me her medium grand piano that she no longer had room for. I needed…read moreprofessional movers from Long Beach to Culver City to make sure I took good care of my friend's gift, and Aleks has provided exceptional service from the moment I reached out. Very responsive to messages, solid communication, and a very safe, prompt and careful move brought the piano to me in excellent condition. As the staff finished reassembling the piano, I heard music from the other room where I was working, and was delighted to see one of the staff playing the most skilled and beautiful music from the piano! It was then that I knew they had for sure moved the piano with care. They appreciate the beauty and art of it. Vladimir, the tech who played, came back a week later to provide a detailed cleaning, voicing and tuning. He taught me some aspects about how to care for the piano and clearly knew exactly what he was doing with the instrument. Very fairly priced and very high quality service. Couldn't recommend more!!

Paco's Piano Movers

(206 reviews)

I am 55 years old and focused on My legacy: I have a Hamilton studio upright piano that has brought…read moreMe many years of joy. In Current Day I found a family - including an 11-yr old daughter desperately wanting to learn to play - to regift My piano to. Francisco & crew picked My baby up this morning, and she arrived safely in her new home. So, mission accomplished. Yayy, Me! Francisco - the face of Paco's Piano Movers - was friendly (treated Me like a human being worthy of respect & compassion), approachable (didn't talk down to Me as if I was a dumb customer), responsive (returned My calls expeditiously), flexible in his dealings (honest pricing & aware of the real life details versus just the conceptual service He provides)... basically worthy not just of these 5 stars, but also the actual dollars that exchanged hands. I was so stressed about moving the piano - I didn't want the recipient Family to toss it in the back of their SUV and get hurt *Bad* or destroy the piano *Worse* - and the pickup took literally less than 15 mins. The entire delivery took about an hour (5 miles btwn us). The new Family was so happy & grateful & excited, and I also felt immense relief and joy at being able to send the piano off to where it would get well loved & well used. Thank You, Francisco & Guys, for making this dream manifest into real life. I Appreciate You :-) sincerely, Shirley

If you ever need to move a piano, contact Paco's Piano Movers. So professional, great…read morecommunication, and affordable prices. Everything you could possibly want in a piano moving company is right here. From the beginning, Francisco was wonderful. He sent a friendly reminder the night before and again when he was 20-30 minutes away, which I greatly appreciated. He was on top of it. Everything went smoothly. He said he would be at the pick up location at 8:00 am and was there a few minutes 8:00 am. The delivery time was between 11:00 am and noon and he arrived within that time frame. He and his team were in and out within ten minutes. When I move again, I know who I'm calling to move my piano. Thank you, Francisco!

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