Our teen daughter started at School of Rock in Wexford a year ago and she has grown so much as an…read moreartist, singer, and guitarist. It's amazing how much she has learned from this experience in this short time. The one on one teaching sessions with the great staff and the performance group practices really have helped her grow. Watching her and all of students perform at the end of each season at a concert venue is priceless. This is such an amazing opportunity for our daughter. We are so glad that we found School of Rock in Wexford and highly recommend this program if your child is interested in music.

Great place for musical instruction, and your kids will perform. Our 14-yr old daughter is enrolled…read morein the performance program. She has been taking a weekly 45 min. bass lesson and attending the 3 hr performance practice every Tuesday. It is a commitment, but our daughter can play bass !!! She likes that she practices every Tuesday with other students. There are many life lessons in learning to play with student musicians. DJ Blackrick owns the two Pittsburgh locations - Wexford and Castle Shannon. He has a staff of not just great musicians but great teachers. My only criticism is sometimes the communication can be better in regards to song assigments. Any issue we have ever had was addressed quickly. DJ is aware and hands on with his business. If you're kid wants to learn to play music, it's a great place. Plus, it's just really cool.

I have worked with them for years. They have provided, delivered and repaired instruments anad…read moremusic for the public schools in Pittsburgh and Wilkinsburg! Their work is prompt, efficient and financially very good! *****

My son is a musician and he acted like he walked into heaven. If you need anything they have it or…read morecan get it for you. If you kids are interested take them here - they can try stuff and get a taste for the cool rock and roll - and they have a second hand section for those who don't want to spend a lot but get quality.

I had an issue with the customer service. When I brought it to managements attention, they took…read morecare of the issue. I am completely satisfied and would recommend them.

I come in to Johnstonbaugh's for all of my instruments accessories as well as for the repair work…read more The friendly front staff make the experience fun and interesting every time I come in, and the repair staff are great! Highly recommend for your band instument needs!

I have met many of the teachers here and they are very dedicated and talented…read more There is a 4 week trial which is no obligation and a great introduction to the Center. They teach adult classes, and there are instrument rentals. Event space rental is available as well as hosted birthday parties. The best part of the Center is the great teachers!

From the owner: Music lessons for a life-long love of music.read more

I shopped local to me, only one music store in my town. I played some Taylor's and was strongly…read moreconsidering the 214ce k plus. I was watching guitar reviews on YouTube and saw Joe of Empire and that it was about a little over an hour from me. I called ahead to asked about the in stock inventory of the guitars I was wanting to play to compare. Jordan answered the phone and was pro from the start and told me to ask for him when I came in. When I walked in and mentioned the phone call, he immediately knew what guitars I wanted to play and took me into the acoustic room. Took the guitar's and tuned them all in. I played Yamahas, Taylor's, Martin, Epiphone Hummingbird. But my skill level isn't great so I asked Jordan to play each of them for me, several times when he came back in the room. He wasn't pushy, gave some very solid input. I ended up going with the Yamaha A5R Acoustic Electric. Price was tagged , no gimmicks, no bs. This model just fit my hands , comfort and sound. They worked with me and I ended up spending less than I would have back home. They even did a quick set up to lower action. Jordan was patient and straightforward and Empire is lucky to have him. My wife was with me and we both agreed it was a very very pleasant and fun experience. The whole vibe is there! Beautiful shop! Rock on Empire!

I recently purchased 3 guitars from Empire and I found that the service and advice were excellent…read more I've played semi- professionally for many years and have had quite a few guitar buying experiences. This was a positive one. I live on the West Coast and they were kind enough to help with fast shipping to reduce travel time. One of the guitars had a small problem but Joe was responsive to the issue and fortunately it was minor and resolved quickly. I recommend Empire - they have a great selection, as another positive point.

If you need anything music or guitar related, then this is the best shop north of Pittsburgh. Can't…read morerecommend them enough and have had several guitars serviced there. Even bought a couple too. They know their stuff when it comes to repairs and maintenance, and they also are very accommodating for specific things you need like picks, string, etc. If they don't have it, they will get it for you and if it's something you frequently need then they'll keep it in stock as often as you need it. The staff is always friendly, the owner and instrument service employees are top notch. They can answer nearly any question and are well informed on many things. Since moving to the area from another state, they have become my go-to music shop for anything I need. Always a fan of local business, and this shop certainly has what you need or at worse case can get it. Give them a try next time you need anything music related.

big time issues with their instrument repair department and owner. made my sons brass instrument…read moreworse by failing to do basic things most handy people would never mess up, then the owner proceeded to tell me how great his people were. Go to Volkweins instead

The Volkwein's "Tom's Pad" is easily the best drum pad i've ever used, and likely the best in…read moreexistence. It has the most accurate bounce/feel, and its tone changes when you play on different areas and/or play at different volumes, just as a real drum would. It fits onto a cymbal stand, and is virtually unbreakable. I have not been to this store I feel the need to express that this product is absolutely exceptional because these folks make it.

Very knowledgeable and experienced Instrument repair department. Friendly and helpful.read more

My daughter and I were in Pittsburgh from Texas for the Eric Clapton concert and had some time to…read morekill. We rolled into Pittsburgh Guitars and were met by the absolute nicest staff. Anything we wanted to play was pulled down off the rack for me and tuned on the spot. The store itself is pretty small but organized really well and had several options of everything that we were looking for. One of the staff members connected with my daughter and gave her some stickers. We ended up buying some shirts. These guys go above and beyond and I highly recommend them.

Nestled in the heart of the South Side is a true treasure of Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh Guitars is an…read moreunassuming house of guitar nirvana. The staff are all knowledgeable and ready to help. Forget the chain guitar outlets, this is the Real Deal. From high quality gear to world class repairs, John and his team have you covered.

Stopped in on a whim because.. really.. who can resist a music store. They had a good selection of…read morenew and used. Instruments seem to be well priced. All accessories are also in stock. I worked with two great young men who were very knowledgeable about guitars. I've been hunting for a used guitar to learn on. They demonstrated, instructed and then let me play around on my own. I ended up walking out with a cute little Gretsch guitar and a nice little Crate amp. They restrung the guitar with strings of my choice even showing me how to do it myself. To top it off all the used gear was 20% off. Good purchase, service and fun experience!

I have two boys that been getting lessons for last couple of years. The instructors are great and…read morethey understand life happens and are flexible with the schedule.