Go on their FREE tour if you want to learn about their 100 years of history and expertise in the…read moreukulele making world. Still family owned and ran, this gem is worth checking out. You can see in every piece they make that they have a true love for the craft! Mohala!

Purchased the wrong size tenor hard case and the Kamaka crew exchanged it no problems. That's what…read moreyou want, no drama no issues. Mahalo

This dude is just ready to help like the others are saying, very friendly and also got back to me…read morewithin minutes. Its 10am west coast time which is 7am Hawaii time and so he is up early making people happy already. What a great dude!! He even reccommends businesses that are not his own as a bro to other local places that do stuff he does not do.

It is so important for me to share my experiences with Shawn…read more Shawn is a very knowledgeable about Ukuleles and will gladly take time to share with all, his expertise in this area. I emailed him a question specific to a vintage 1930's Hilo Hawaiian Ukulele. In less than a minute he responded to my email with information. I was researching on the internet for days; I could not find any information. Shawn has broad information from vintage to the modern Ukuleles. Definitely, you can be assured that Shawn will direct you with honesty and knowledge to an Ukulele, that will suit your needs. I would highly recommend that you reach out to him, if you are in the market to buy an Ukulele. He will give you that Aloha Spirit Customer Service that we all deserve. Stay safe, healthy, and May God Bless You.

My daughter had decided that she wanted her guitar fixed up for Christmas (instead of getting a…read morenew one). Fine and well, the only problem was that before it was her guitar it was my guitar, and before it was my guitar it was my father-in-law's guitar, and before it was my father-in-law's guitar it was his mother's guitar, and before that we have no idea who owned it. The point is that it is a rather old and funky guitar, and that it is highly prized family heirloom. Unfortunately it had developed a fairly respectable buzz which lead me to believe that this guitar was due for some major fretwork. Given the age and the condition of the instrument I really didn't think it made much sense to get it fixed. I had hoped that I could convince the little one that now would be a good time to look for something else to play; and to let this instrument spend it's retirement decorating a wall somewhere. The bad news was that she wasn't prepared to let go of the things she loved (and the good news is that when this kid grows up, she'll get to decide when they pull my plug too). Long story short, I yelped "instrument repair" and called Cedric. The next day I brought the instrument to his apartment and in under ten minutes he diagnosed the problem, fixed it, told me why he thought it had happened, and what I could do to prevent it from happening again. He also refused to accept payment for his services. So basically Christmas came early and my daughter couldn't be happier. It is a one-man operation with no store front; but Cedric is competent, honest, and basically a nice guy. I would not hesitate to bring my future business to him, and I would encourage you to do the same.

Just what the doctor ordered! An experienced instrument repair dude, conveniently located near the…read moreUniversity area, and at prices about 1/2 of the other repair shops. I was in trouble, my favorite guitar's electronics started acting up 1 day before a gig. I had to either fix this axe fast, or play my backup, which I didn't want to b/c it didn't sound or play as nice. A friend recommended Cedric. I gave him a call and took my guits in the next day. To my surprise, it was ready for pickup the very same day and he charged me a whopping $16. I was expecting at least double that based on a similar repair I had at another shop. This guy used to work at Dan's and Easy Music, but now runs his repair shop out of his apartment. Guess this is why he's so cheap -- no overhead. Very trustworthy, knowledgeable, FAST and cheap. What more can you ask for. Cedrick - I'm a fan.

Had a great experience here. Kathy was wonderful and I absolutely love my new violin…read more Buying here goes by appointment, since they don't operate a store to save you cost on your instrument, which is a great idea. If you're on the lookout for a new instrument, definitely check them out. They do rent to own, interest free, as well. Amazing service, can only recommend.

Spectacular service and speedy communication. A++ for service and quality…read more I stumbled over their site while searching for violins on Oahu for a few months. What caught my eye was, "we will donate a free instrument to a school in need for every three we sell." I believe in the importance of music in school, and love that they are helping to strengthen that! A lot of schools cut into music programs when making budget sacrifices. Twenty minutes after filling out the online form, I received an email from one of the founders! The next morning I was planning my appointment with the other. I requested to view/test intermediate level violins. I met up with Joanna, where she laid out 6 very fine instruments!!! Prices ranged from $680-1500+. As soon as I walked in, one instrument caught my eye. It turned out to be the student model($680). Later that week I was on the road to owning my own instrument. They have a rent-to-own program for some of their instruments. It's for people who can't afford an instrument immediately. No hidden fees, and all rental fees go towards the final price of the instrument. After 1 year of renting, the balance is due. All in all, WONDERFUL service, and I'm extremely happy with my new violin. It sounds 10x better than my student rental from Music Center Of Hawaii.

George and Keith were wonderful. My 45 year old Kawai…read moreacoustic piano wouldn't play anymore. George's and Keith made me feel comfortable and didn't rush or pressure me. It took several visits and a special piano order to help me to choose an electronic piano that sounded and felt like my old Kawai.

Keith is a true gem who is passionate about his craft and it shows…read more I needed help as we are down sizing. He offered his assistance in the form of information. We got a wee off topic, as things do when you are enjoying company, and ended up discussing history, mechanics, maintenance, and intricate/nuanced details- all things I am interested in as it is part of my job- just in a different application. This was a fascinating conversation from a music perspective. I really feel he was born to teach and pass the gift onto others. He was even so kind to call back and connect me with someone who plays at a church in need of a piano! How perfect was that! He is a great conversationist, and a wealth of knowledge. I learned so much today. Thank you Keith! If you'd like to hear him play, he is at The Signature, Friday through Tuesday evening. But, Im sure if you ask, he would gladly show you what your future piano is capable of. No matter your price point, he can find the right fit for you. :)

If you're looking for a Kailua music store, look no further than Coconut Grove Music!…read more Located right across the street from Bob's Sports Bar, above Lanikai Brewing Company, Coconut Grove Music is the go-to place for your stringed instrument needs. Whether you need a tuner, new strings, or guitar picks or are looking for a new or used instrument and don't want to travel into town, this is the place to stop by. Street parking is available, or you can park in any of their free, assigned stalls in the small parking lot next to the building. The entrance to the parking lot is a little narrow and can be easily missed, but there is a mini food truck close to the entrance, which might help you find out how to get in. To get upstairs, take the stairs facing the street to the second floor and walk straight towards the end through the brown door. Their old location used to be through the brown door on the bottom floor that took you upstairs, but they are now in the last brown door on the second floor. I will say that some of their items are priced a little more than a big box store like Guitar Center. Then again, if you think about it, if you're already in Kailua, you probably wouldn't want to drive to Pearl Highland or even to town at Easy Music Center to pick up some new strings. Shout out to them for having the Elixir Phosphor Bronze 11|52 acoustic guitar strings and a couple of the Herco guitar picks!

I (and my 9 year old daughter) have been getting guitar and ukulele lessons from Harry Koizumi…read morehere. Great location and Harry is very knowledgeable and great with kids. Also purchased gear here and Rick has been super helpful with my questions.

There are no words to say how talented Jean-Michel is. After trying other instructors, I knew Nani…read morewas going to need more, in order to audition in such a competitive city. We found Jean-Michel and we have never been happier with the results. He prepared her for auditions and gave her the edge she needed to successfully land those positions. If you are looking for an instructor who can get your musician to the next level, there is no one out there that holds a candle to Jean-Michel. Don't settle for anything less than your child deserves. JMJ Studios is fantastic.

We started with in person lessons and were very pleased with the results! We have transitioned…read moretemporarily to video lessons with Jean-Michel via Duo(a lot like Facetime only for android) and have found that we haven't missed a beat. The instruction comes through well on this platform. We do look forward to returning in person as well, but I thought it was worth mentioning that the platforms like Duo and What's App work well.

Ilisa is an amazing guitar teacher and person. I've been taking lessons with her for almost a year…read moreafter I tried to teach myself to play guitar (through friends and YouTube) for about seven years. I get so much enjoyment and value out of every lesson. Ilisa's instruction is highly customized and tailored to her students' interests and goals. She has introduced me to a ton of new music and artists from around the world and in different time periods. The environment she creates is fun and relaxing. I look forward to seeing her every week. She is also very understanding and flexible when "life happens" and I sometimes need to reschedule our lesson. I highly recommend Ilisa to anyone wanting to learn a new instrument or improve/expand on what you already know. Thank you, Ilisa!

I go in with my best friend and it is amazing. The class is very nice and fun, especially with…read morepeople starting out on their guitar journey. The location is pretty convenient and Ms. Ilisa is very patient and extremely experienced. She can even teach young kids, and I've been taking lessons since 2013.