Easy to communicate with, text or call. He answers and let me know when he was available to check…read moremy flute. Once I brought it in, he was able to inspect and find the problems fairly quickly. I got it back a week and a half later and it plays better. I haven't maintained it in years but he assured me what I needed to fix to get it paying like new!

Aeolus is such a hidden gem in the neighborhood. My son needed some adjustments on an alto sax we…read moreacquired from a family member during our visit to California, and the owner went above and beyond to help us. He was personable, a true expert, transparent, and walked us through the entire repair process. It's rare to find this level of care and expertise. We will definitely be back for any of our instrument repair needs!

This school has a really cool lobby area that doubles as a music store. They have a great selection…read moreof guitars, basses, drumsets, and accessories. The owner/teacher is a professional musician who is committed to his students, local community, and creating a great learning environment for all levels of skill.

Ernesto is a beloved music teacher and performer. We have enjoyed our experience so far taking…read morelessons with him! World of Music is a music shop in downtown Alhambra which sells high quality instruments and also has 2 large practice rooms for private and group music lessons. Whether you're a beginner or experienced musician, there is something here for everyone who loves music. Adult and child music lessons are available. The cost is reasonable. Free parking is available on Main Street. There is a small lot to the side but must of the spots are reserved for the restaurant in the plaza.

Friendly personnel. They were able to assist us quickly and efficiently. Appreciate them not trying…read moreto upsell you. Nice selection for different levels. And most importantly, good prices. Definitely recommend for your instrument needs especially if you are a beginner.

Best to void this store. They have a bad customer service. I called to verify store hour and got…read morethere 2 hours before closing hour. We were asked to leave. They didn't even tune the violin to try. I would not buy the cheap violins which can easily be out of tune.

I bought a pink violin from Merano around last year for a music course that I was taking at school…read more The price was extremely reasonable and the quality was unrivaled. They were patient with me and dealt with all of my concerns and questions. The whole process was very easy! I recommend Merano for all instrument purchases!

so I got my interment shipped to me cello by the way but when I got it my a cord was broken and it…read moregave me no Rosen for my bow love the cello but im not so happy about my string

My old Conn alto had thrown a pad recently, so I asked a friend of mine, an incredible woodwind…read moreplayer, Phil O'Connor, (clarinets, tenor saxophone et al) and he recommended Krys Mach of Pasadena Woodwind Repair. Krys was terrific in getting back to me right away, however he told me he'd still be out of town for a couple more weeks, yet he wasted no time in recommending Simon Makinadjian, saying that he would definitely be able to take care of my needs. And was that ever the truth! I called Simon on a Saturday around 3pm and he said he could fix it right then! Well my problem was I'm in the middle of a project, so had to have an assistant drive my horn from Venice Beach over to San Gabriel, and he wouldn't be able to arrive until around 6:30pm. So Simon then asked about the next morning, Sunday morning(!) and my guy said he could be out there by 11am. Well it turned out he was about 45 minutes late, but Simon was just totally cool with everything, and indeed fixed the pad in no time at all and I had my beloved instrument back just a couple of hours later, and that simply due to the drive time. So in my estimation, one could dare ask, let alone ever expect this kind of service! and I'm talking about; Excellent Craftsmanship, Incredibly Fast, and So Easy to work with in accommodating the customer. And one more rather important thing, the price for this fix struck me as more than reasonable, particularly taking into account the speed and time of the appointment. So please forgive my rather long winded account, but I really wanted to get these details across, as it is, in fact, in the details that this kind of quality is found! Thank you SO MUCH SIMON!! Rick Cox

Simon cleaned and tuned a secondhand trumpet, fixing badly stuck valve caps, and turned it around…read morein 24 hours. Quick, professional, and pleasant. I'd definitely return in the future.

What an absolute gem of an instrument shop that I feel so fortunate to have come across. I went in…read morebecause I'm potentially on the market for an upright bass, and I cannot express how glad I am I stopped by here. Not only do they have an incredible selection of beautiful instruments, but owners there are such phenomenal, down-to-earth, compassionate people. Nicky was in the store helping me out, and they spent so much time allowing me to try all the different instruments and talking me through them and answering my questions. The shop also has a rental option as well where 50% of the rent goes towards an instrument of your choice (doesn't have to be the rental). If you're looking for a high quality instrument with amazing service, this is the place to go. Could not recommend them more highly!

Tom and his daughter put a new tuning knob and plate on my 1948 Kay. They did an excellent job and…read morepainted it to match the others. Lowered the action as well. This is the go to place for Upright Bass repairs in the area. Thanks.

Krys, Subject:…read more"While You Wait" Clarinet Repair Thank you, thank you. You save me a lot of travel time, by offering an afternoon repair. 1.What is amazing is the clearer, brighter tones I get, particularly in the throat tones and the Bb (thumb and forefinger) and highest register. 2.Wobble is gone. I have greased the cork and am being carefull as I put it together. 3.Low register C# key/high G# works smoothly, the "catch" is gone. 4.Most important - the low E to F# (left little finger to right little finger) now works perfectly, the delay and muddled tones as I changed notes are gone. New pads and the small spacer pad seem to have soved my problem. My original pads looked terrible and changing them made the difference. The dirt between the keys was absolutely surprising. Jay

Top-tier instrument repair. I've been working with Kris for years. Great work, great prices and…read moreunmatched care for my precious saxophone. I recently visited a saxophone repair outfit in Hollywood that proved that Pasadena Woodwind Repair really is the BEST in LA. I will be a customer as long as this business is operating!

Fixed my Les Paul headstock and you would need a magnifying glass to tell it was ever broken to…read morebegin with. Also set up my guitar and it plays great. Will be using for any more guitar work going forward!

My guitar had seen better days and the guys at Nomadic made it sound better than it ever has!read more

My 4 yo son has been attending private class with miss YiChen. Very nice and professional, have a…read morelot of patience teaching him. And he has been improving a lot after the first class. Very recommended place for kid of all ages

Love this place for multiple reasons!…read more First the staff are very organized and always willing to help with whatever you need help with. Second, teachers are nice and work well with kids of all ages. Teachers are communicative, professional and extremely knowledgeable. Third, easy and multiple payment methods and easy access to piano books. We highly recommend this place!

High praise for QRG Repair! After searching for a reliable, affordable, personable, and honest…read moresource to repair a damaged bass, I am lucky to have found Trevor! Exceeded all my expectations. It now looks great, plays fantastically, and I can't put it down. Trevor has vast knowledge, skills, and the ability to transform your instrument. Whether a complex repair or simple setup, your gear will get the TLC it deserves.

You can't find anyone who's very professional and his work speaks for itself. Thank you again. Will…read moredefinitely be using him in the near future again.