Closed business. Sign on door said something about restringing instruments. But store looked emptyread more

Brought my amp with brand new tubes for braiding. a week later I got a call saying he dropped and…read morebroke my brand new tubes Wich will take another week. Said he would replace them with new ones. Took a look at the "new" tubes they replaced and the "Apex" stickers are falling off....never seen "new" tubes do that before. Where are my "broken" tubes and the receipt for the "new" tubes? Could it be the amp tech took off with my new tubes and put in used tubes? My "hi-gain" amp sounded like blues combo amp after the bias. Very dissatisfied. All my volume nobs were exactly the same as I left them which suggest he didn't even test out the amp.

*Review of: Johnny Lightfoot and The Ultimate Songwriter's Tool Kit…read moreMy experience with Johnny Lightfoot of Lightfoot Productions has been nothing short of transformative, both as a bass student and as someone interested in songwriting. Before finding Johnny, I spent two years studying with three different bass teachers and tried numerous online learning programs. While all of these instructors were talented musicians and good people, none of them truly knew how to teach. I came away from those experiences having learned very little despite investing significant time and money. Everything changed when I found Johnny and his wife, Trisha. By the end of my very first one-hour lesson, I had learned more than I had in the previous two years combined. More importantly, I immediately recognized that Johnny possessed something I had not encountered before: the ability to teach. What sets Johnny apart is that he doesn't simply show students what to play--he teaches them how to learn. That distinction made all the difference for me. Having never played an instrument before, I had always wanted to learn bass but wasn't sure I could. After that first lesson, I knew I could succeed because Johnny had broken the learning process down into clear, understandable steps. Whether you're learning bass or guitar, Johnny's system is uniquely effective because it focuses on understanding rather than imitation. Instead of memorizing information that is easily forgotten, students become active participants in the learning process. As a result, they learn more, retain more, and gain the confidence to continue progressing on their own. I have never encountered another instructor who has simplified and organized the learning process as effectively as Johnny. He has a great ability to remove the mystery and intimidation that often surround learning an instrument and replace them with practical, easy-to-follow methods that produce real results. Finding Johnny was a turning point in my musical journey. If you're serious about learning bass, guitar, or songwriting, I wholeheartedly recommend both his instruction and his book, The Ultimate Songwriter's Tool Kit. They have changed the way I learn music and given me the confidence to pursue goals I once thought were out of reach.

Johnny Lightfoot is such a great instructor! We moved to Fresno area this summer and we were…read morelooking for an electric guitar teacher for our 9 year old. Johnny is professional and really fun! Our son has learned so much in the short amount of time he has been taking lessons. Both Johnny & Trisha made us feel so welcome in their home. He is a very passionate and motivating instructor that inspires my son. I have watched my son progress so much and he has so much fun playing. I would highly recommend Johnny as a teacher and guitar mentor.

First time walking into this place and noticed they have a lot of good selection of guitars and…read moremusic accessories. I walked in and was greeted by two friendly associates. Both seemed knowledgable and helpful. Although I didn't purchase anything they both didn't mind showing me anything I wanted to touch and hear. I'll be back here again if I need some musical instruments.

Wow! Business like this that are family owned are very hard to find anymore. It was a breath of…read morefresh air to come in and see everyone happy and working hard. There was a strong sense of peace there. IIt it really was a breath of frsh air. . Thanks for all your help y'all!

I was looking for a shop to restore a "1948 OLDS Super" B flat Trumpet that I found at an estate…read moresale. To say the least, this horn needed some love after sitting in someone's garage for decades. As luck would have it, this horn was identical to my very first Trumpet that my Aunt in Chicago sent to me in 1964. With that horn, I played a solo at my High School Graduation. Eight years later, the horn was mysteriously stolen. I google searched for a musical instrument repair shop. The second call I made was to The Horn Shop in Fresno, CA. Harry Siverly, the man that answered the phone is also the owner. He shared his years in the business, both as a musician as well as his experience restoring (over hauling) basically all instruments. I had a good feeling about Harry and arranged an appointment. On meeting Harry, I shared how I met my high school Band Director Gene Sherry, who literally taught me how to hold the horn, and privately tutored me. It turns out that Harry knew Gene Sherry and his daughter Elaine, who was also in Band at the time. In that first interaction I told Harry how the estate sale horn was identical to my first trumpet. Harry did the research and authenticated 1948 as year of manufacture. Harry asked for my input, and regularly updated me on progress throughout the restoration. Harry's excellent understanding of the horn, great communication skills, focus and passion exceeded expectation. The pictures below speak volumes. If you are looking for an unprecedented expert in all aspects of your musical instrument whether you are looking for an instrument, service and maintenance, Harry and his team should be your first stop. Harry, like the great Tom Brady, is "the one to get it done". Choose Harry, and like me, you'll be glad you did. Barry Bagus

I went into purchase strings for my sons acoustic guitar. I told the owner I didn't need real…read morehigh-quality string because it was for my son who is disabled he just likes to strum on his guitar. So I purchased strings that were just over $15 seems very reasonable. I ended up that I had to take the guitar in and just have them re-string it because it need a little more work. Before I took it in my wife told me she saw a charge on our bank statement from Venturi house of music for $62.78. I told my wife that when I go in I would talk to them to find out what happened. I did not get a good explanation from them about why that may have happened they just showed me a receipt that showed $15 from the day I purchased the original strings. I showed them the amount that was charged to my card but at the time they said they could do nothing. I did let them finish fixing my son's guitar because he needed it it's therapeutic for him. I paid in cash. My recommendation would be to make sure you pay with cash.

It was an hour and a half before our midweek service and 30 minutes before Venturis was going to…read moreclose. I had a ripped wire off our bass guitar. I gave them a call, and like the professionals they are, they asked me to come in right away and they'd get it done. Long story aside... they got it fixed in perfect timing! Great family run business with great people running it. I would shop and get my repairs done her rather than going to (big name stores in Fresno) any day! Thank you for the service!

Super cool spot filled with extremely talented music teachers. Learn how to play guitar,…read morepercussion, piano, bass or accordion without burning a hole through your wallet. They also have a vocal lessons. Extremely affordable and the teachers are the best in town!

Bentleys Drum shop is awsome! I drop in and pick up hand percussion instruments like my…read moretambourine, shakers and maracas. They even had a bodhran drum my husband gifted me! Customer service is so friendly and Alexis is there she has no problem in demonstrating the sounds of the various Cajons out on the floor. She knows I'm a beginner so she is very patient. What's ironic I spoke to a friend from San Luis Obispo he mentioned he likes coming into Bentleys when he's in town if I've been in the shop! Yeah! Then I realized I've never written a review...well here it is!

Bentley's Drum Shop is one of the greatest! Great staff and everyone is knowledgeable and will help…read moreyou in the right direction.

Naira and I have been playing duo pianos together for 20 years. She is wonderful, exciting and…read morepassionate about her music. She's know so much about the classical composers and how to phrase music to make it sound incredible. She can teach all levels, from beginners to experts and I send all my best students to her!!!

My 10 year old daughter has been taking lessons from Naira for 4 years now. She has been absolutely…read morewonderful. She has the right balance of positive/encouraging with pushing her to excel and work harder. She truly, sincerely loves her and my daughter knows that and wants to please her. When my daughter's previous piano teacher moved to the Bay Area, Naira was the only piano teacher in town that this instructor was willing to release her to. We are so happy that she was recommended to us and so pleased with all of the positive changes we have seen in our daughter. She plays with a musicality and emotion that is beyond her years and Naira is the reason for that.