Kailua Music School

(1 review)

Aaron Carey, the owner of pipeline audio, provided invaluable information about building a home…read morerecording studio. I guess with the changing technology, it's more affordable now then ever before. I am a singer/songwriter and this will give me a great freedom to be creative at all hours. Looking to give myself a nice Christmas present.

From the owner: After three decades of working in the world's finest professional studios, with premier artists in…read moreevery genre and the best engineers and producers the industry has to offer, I have come home to Hawaii to record YOUR album.

Idea Studios

(3 reviews)

Idea studios is a beautiful studio built with love and compassion...specially thought out for the…read moresatisfaction of the owners clients; if you want an exceptional service plus a great experience here stop by and you won't be disappointed. The inside is very luxurious, comfortable, cool with AC, lounge chairs , beverages (coffee, soda, juice , cold water), arcade set up, and flat screen TVS for enjoyment!

If you are an aspiring artist, this spot is definitely worth considering. They have a really…read moreunique and cool setup with retro games too. They do mixing and mastering but also offer cinematography services as well. Check em out and support local!

Groove

(7 reviews)

Groove is by far the best studio rehearsal space on the island! It's easy to find, load in is…read morebreeze, and the PA/sound equipment is awesome. Prices are always affordable. It's a blessing a place like this is still around. Very grateful! Mahalo

This is a great studio. It has all the amenities of home and the load-out is by far the easiest on…read morethe island. You can back up to the front door and literally carry your amp 5 feet and plug it in shut the door and you're rockin'. I picked up burgers for the band right down the road at La Mariana we had a great hang. Some people live in Makakilo and one in town so its the best meeting place as it's right off the highway. Goos times!

Rendez-Vous Recording

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I've been associated with Pierre since 2013 and have been satisfied with his recording of all of…read moreour songs. With us, he literally turns water into wine. He has very competitive rates too.

What a treat! Pierre is patient, professional and kind. He walked me through the details of setting…read moreup a home studio with equipment a friend gifted me. We FaceTimed till I was set up perfectly. He checked in on me and guided me through using both garage band and wetransfer until we got it done. His editing did wonders to all my errors. I'm grateful for his expert help and zeal for the work he does. Mahalo nui loa!

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4.4

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Good people, great gear. I used to have a studio on the ground floor. It was so easy to run up the…read morestairs!

Brian at Thunder Studios has been great and alwsys dependable when you need anything and has been…read morevery accommodating for our band mahalo Brian and staff at Thunder Studios!! Blakk Diamond.

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DJ May is an AMAZING DJ! He was the DJ for my daughter's first birthday, and I could not have asked…read morefor a better DJ. It would not have been a party without him! The music was amazing. He could read the crowd with ease, knowing what to play to get the party started and to keep it going. He was so pleasant to work with and very responsive. HIRE HIM FOR YOUR NEXT EVENT OR YOU WILL REGRET IT!! Thank you for making my daughter's birthday amazing!

Mista May was amazing! Everyone had a memorable evening and great time. His music and karaoke was…read moretop notch.

Coconut Grove Music

4.5

(22 reviews)

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.

Standard Air

(264 reviews)

Standard Air just installed a split air unit for my bedroom. I am so very happy with their work…read more From my initial request for a quote to installation took about 2 weeks. All the workers were professional, courteous, and efficient. They completed installation with very little disturbance...cleaned up and explained how to use my unit! Thank you to Standard Air. I certainly will use Standard Air for my air on needs!

Asked for split ac cleaning. Got responded with "dont provide that service". I'm pretty sure I…read morelooked at their yelp page and they do cleaning. Oh well I'll pick someone else better. They dont want my business.

Cinematic Computer

(55 reviews)

I have to say that I am fearing the worst. On May 25,2026 ( not having HAD any issues for quite a…read morewhile, after NOT being able to get a response by phone or email I drove down to where Cinematic Computer USEDTO be at the Lutheran Church - his office is now something else, I know he has had medical issues for some time and am worried that his having "disappeared" is NOT a good sign. Hoping for the best. 5/22/26 : UPDATE to my "Just made Post! SCRATCH MY PRIOR POST PLEASE .... i just now got a PHONE CALL from Dave ( who sounds VERY healthy and happy ) and ready to help (and due to my stunned reaction on my FIRST post - I couldn't even REMEMBER what my 3 issues are! I told him I will contact him in a bit ( once my mind starts working again!) with a update on what help we need.

I feel truly blessed to have found Dave to repair my laptop. Since I don't drive, the fact that he…read moreoffered to pick it up was already above and beyond. After I handed it off, he called that same evening to explain in detail what the issue was and what steps he planned to take. The very next day, he delivered it back in excellent condition--and the cost was more than reasonable. I had come across a review where a woman expressed anger over not getting her laptop back immediately. What she failed to mention was that Dave had been hospitalized for two months and was unable to attend to his clients. He explained the situation to her, yet she still went so far as to call the police, accusing him of withholding her laptop. When officers visited the hospital and saw Dave recovering, they clarified everything for her. I'm writing this in case anyone stumbles upon that review. I want people to know that Dave is one of the most honest, professional, and genuinely kind individuals I've met. I highly recommend his services--you won't be disappointed. Maria

Please come clean

(15 reviews)

Please Come Clean did a great job on move out with quality service, honesty and a good price. Nikki…read moredid such a great job, that I now booked monthly cleaning for myself.

Recently purchased a home in Hawaii Kai and had the inside walls and ceilings painted and some…read moreparts of the kitchen renovated. We needed a good cleaning and found Please Come Clean. Nick was so kind and understanding. We had scheduled a day and time but two Kona storms pushed back our kitchen renovations waiting on some appliances that were being shipped from the mainland. Nick was so understanding and finally when we could get the kitchen all done Nick and his team were ready! We had paint spots on the floors and had the whole house cleaned especially the wood floors. They did such a wonderful job! Our family is so happy and feel we are actually in our new home! Thank you to Nick and his team!

Blade Works 808

(16 reviews)

Great service and fast turnaround. Been using them for a couple years now and highly refi.read more

Has had a great set up on drop off and puck if he's not open. He responded back quickly and knives…read morework much better!

Surecan coatings

(9 reviews)

I had one of my folding bikes powder coated and the results were excellent! The colors and finish…read morewere so well done and the process was well worth the price. I highly recommend them for people interested in bike restoration and have already sent my other bike for their high quality work.

Not sure where to powder coat my rims so I was looking through yelp. A few shops do it but glad I…read moredecided to go with Surecan coatings. Tyler and his guys were very helpful and the quality of the powder coating was excellent! They also mount and balance tires for a good price! Would highly recommend to anyone looking to powder coat their rims!

Windward Shoe Repair & Small Engine

4.7

(74 reviews)

The best place i've found, for reliable, quality, friendly, small engine repair and maintenance…read more This place is my favorite part of dealing with small engine troubles!

These guys are absolutely awesome. I went in just to buy a strip of leather to make a loop on my…read morecane and they had me wait a few minutes and then put this awesome loop in installed it on my key with little gold tax I guess. All for $20 which I thought was more than fair. Work was awesome. SERVICE was great price was fair. And I highly recommend them. Just need to support our local business folks.

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Bethany N.

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1 year ago

Absolutely love this music school in Kailua! My daughter has taken guitar, piano and voice lessons and is actively involved with the school's band program. The classes and camps are a vibrant blend of instruction, creativity, and FUN. What truly sets it apart is its commitment to providing hands-on, practical experiences, making learning relevant and exciting. The directors and kumu go above and beyond, using their personal resources and extensive networks to help bands perform at local festivals and some of the coolest venues on the island. These performance opportunities have not only boosted my daughter's confidence and musical skills but also fostered meaningful social interactions and lasting friendships. KMS is more than just a music school; it's a special community where young musicians can create, thrive, and grow. Highly recommend for anyone looking to nurture a passion for creative expression! read more

Julie O.

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2 months ago

My 10 year-old daughter takes private lessons and band. We've had awesome instructors who connect easily with her and allow her to experiment with voice and instrumentation. She's recently participated in a songwriting camp. I was so impressed with how the teacher quickly produced an incredible, unique and age appropriate song and more importantly inspired her to follow her musical instincts. We're really grateful for KMS. read more

Wendy D.

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2 months ago

My Daughter is 9 years old and takes guitar and singing Lessons with Conor! He does a great job teaching and keeping her entertained while allowing her to learn and practice her favorite songs. I highly recommend taking lessons there! read more

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