School of Rock has been an incredible program for my son, who started 5 years ago when he was 8! He…read morehas worked with the same instructor, Bob W, for the entire time he's been there and honestly he is an incredible teacher. Bob is encouraging, knowledgeable, and is instrumental (pun intended) to my son's progression! When I was a kid we learned hot cross buns on the piano and it was not fun. This place and its amazing teachers like Bob W make music fun to learn for the kids. A+!

I can't speak for the particular classes here, but I happened upon a random parking lot concert the…read moreother day that made me realize I've been connected to School of Rock for years. School of Rock is truly a community institution. Yes, there are a host of these schools around the country, but in Highwood this school has done an incredible job of promoting itself locally. Present at most of the festivals, local farmers markets, and other public events I've been to, the students that take lessons here get numerous opportunities to perform publicly. Maggie, the current director, has done a great job of sharing this young talent with the local community. I have a background in the performing arts. I started performing on stage as a young kid, and I know there is nothing more important than getting out and practicing your talent at a young age. Either you take to it or you don't, but I know the students at this school get many chances to find out if music will be in their future. Way to go School of Rock and your team for exposing me to so many of your concerts and young performers over the years. Now, if only I could get my kiddos to pick up their guitars, get over their stage fright, and help make an impact on the musical community ;-)

I found a guitar next to the dumpster by my apartment (!). Not only did KTA fix and clean it up for…read morenext to nothing, but they were incredibly swift about it as well, as I dropped it off on a Friday afternoon and was called on Tuesday afternoon to let me know it was ready. If you need a luthier, I highly recommend KTA Music!

Just wanted to update how pleased we are with Song Bird Studio and Kaila our sons teacher…read more Kaila is wonderful. She has been kind, flexible and understanding and is truly a great teacher in every sense. The Studio has moved up the street since my last review and we also attended the annual recital first time since Covid, so I should mention how nice that was! It showcased all the students (piano and voice) and I enjoyed hearing all the performances, as did my family. I Highly recommended them if you are looking for music lessons, give them a try!

Becky, the owner, is so kind and encourages her students to love music and be all they can be. The…read moreenvironment at Songbird is positive, loving, and very fun!

We love Classic Violins Store!! Both our daughters were renting, and eventually we purchased…read moreviolins from them. What makes this shop special is the customer care as well as the quality of the instruments. We always feel excited to go there!! They connected us with great teachers. We also rent alto sax, always wonderful quality and service. They go out of their way to take care of customers. We have been customers for the past 15 years.

My daughter and I came into Classic Vlolins for the first time to rent a violin. We had a lovely…read moreexperience. They helped choose her correct size and got her all set up with everything she needs to begin lessons. Classic Violins is a warm and friendly place- we look forward to going back for all of our violin needs!

A major music is a great place to buy/ rent out musical instrument. friendly staff, cost efficient…read morerent options and we service our trumpets here every year! They have wide variety of musical books and instruments for sale .

I was in and out within 10 minutes for a $2 guitar string replacement. Looks like a few old ladies…read morerun it, but they were so lively and sweet. those are the old people I love. It honestly was really cool seeing one of them play very briefly. She tuned it for me too. I wish they had a bit larger selection of Guitars because I really want to upgrade and not spend a fortune, so a used one is the way to go. But they have a wide variety of instruments. I will be back for sure.

Great place to go. If you are looking for a new guitar or strings, music lessons, or even a banjo…read morego see Jimmy. He can look like a scary guy behind the counter but that is so far from the truth. He is an amazing guy. So friendly and helpful to everyone. Honest business man and great music lessons. Two of my kids take lessons here and they love it. It is always great to sit there and hear them playing and see Jimmy interact with the customers who visit this Gem. Go check it out if you need lessons or just need new strings. Support the little local guys like Jimmy.

Very friendly and fun music store with lots of used and vintage gear for sale.read more

I used to take lessons there and the people that taught me were very nice people. The owner was…read morevery kind

Ken and his team are awesome. Took my acoustic in for a tune up and re-string. They turned it…read morearound in two days and it sounds beautiful. Can't say enough good things about this local, small business.

Highly Recommend, I am an adult that wanted to learn a hard song on the piano. I didn't know how…read moreto read music or play any instrument. They did a great job of teaching me at my pace to accomplish my goal.