In my mid-20's, I decided to buy a guitar and learn to play. Eric is the best teacher someone could…read moreask for. He is non-judgy and inclusive to all ages, and never makes me feel like I am too old to be there. He is flexible to your schedule and is easily reachable via phone or text. You can do either 30 minute or 1 hr lessons on a weekly, scheduled basis. Eric is enormously talented yet very patient with his students. He runs his lessons from his home, but the parking is easy, and located in the very safe area near Edgewater Park in Lakewood. While he's classically trained, Eric's personal love of music shines in his work, and he can teach you to play nearly any song you want to learn. God bless him for entertaining my desire to learn a Goo Goo Dolls song that's taking me a longgg time to master. Eric is the guy to see for guitar or bass lessons in the Cleveland area-- whether you are a beginner or an expert just looking to jam with a cool person.

Eric is a really great guitar teacher, as he seems to immediately get what you are trying to…read moreachieve on the guitar and then suggest and steer you towards a path that will get you where you want to go. He's a hell of a guitar player, very good at explaining the theory side of things (he's the king of analogies), and a great sense of humor. With so much experience, a great rate and a comfortable lesson environment, what more could you really need or want? Check Eric out!

Some nice cords and small selection of things music related. Good location and prices if you're…read morelooking for a quick grab. Guitar Center had a better inventory by far, especially in the amps and instruments department, but there's some entry level keyboards here. Also the workers seem helpful and are good people to talk to if you have music related questions. For me, information is the most valuable resource. So that's a big commodity for me these days, Music & Arts is a great place to call for that sorta stuff.

It's really nice to see a brand new music store in this area. Now I don't have to go 20 minutes out…read morejust for guitar strings! The staff there are always very nice and helpful and show that they're looking out for the best interest of the customer and not just trying to make a sale.

Brought in a guitar body/neck with all the parts. Wanted it assembled but was told it was too much…read morework. Ludicrous. In my 40 years of guitar playing have never had a store that advertises repair and have never had this experience. Rude staff and almost impossible to get on the phone. Horrible experience

Ross LaPinta!!! He's the owner, but he was also a member of the one of the most awesome 80's bands:…read moreSPOYLD. Go see him, he rocks!! If you're lucky, you may just get him to belt out a few strains of their most excellent song "Cool Water" .. EPIC! Nice store, cool and knowledgeable employees, great deals too!

Matt, has done a fantastic job with my son. He is tutoring him in algebra two and he has improved…read moreby two letter grades. I'm impressed with his professionalism and flexibility in scheduling and he does a good job with teaching to any learning style that any student may . Highlyrecommend.

I had the privilege of utilizing Matthew's ACT/SAT prep services for our closing the achievement…read moregap program (Students of Promise) in multiple school districts. Matthew provided an awesome service to our students which contributed to increased outcomes. He was very thorough and patient with his engagement with our students. I would highly recommend his tutorial services and look forward to working with him again in the near future.

I play a flute from here and the flute has lasted for decades! (3 generations) Buy instruments from…read morehere and go learn a instrument!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :)

It definitely seems like the bread and butter of this shop is dedicated to outfitting and…read moremaintaining the Lakewood High School band(s) -- maybe not, but that's the vibe I always get when I'm in here. But every time I've been in here to get stuff for my own (semi) grown-up band, they've been nice as all get-out and offered to order stuff if I didn't see it. I hope they don't have a lack of business, because this kind of local music shop, the kind I grew up with, are endangered species nowadays.