This is the friendliest music store I've ever been to. The older gentleman, Roy, is very easygoing…read moreand quick to offer help with a smile and advice, and knows where everything is in the store blindfolded, but will let you look on your own if you prefer too. The store is packed with any genre of sheet music and books (and TAB form) for every instrument you can imagine (banjo, dulcimer, mandolin, vocals, guitar, piano, brass instruments, woodwinds, etc all of them). They sell accessories such as guitar strings, tuners, straps, picks, music stands, and some acoustic guitars and banjos as well. Vinyl records and small musical gifts line the walls, it's so fun to explore and each time you visit you'll find something new, as there's so much selection. If there is something they don't have in stock, they will order it for you. The vibe is very relaxed and they are never pushy, you can look around for 30 min alone exploring if you want and just ask if you need anything. Love this place and can't recommend it enough, it's also a vintage store with history dating back to the 1950's so it has such cute charm and decor, it's an experience that online shopping can't give. I now purchase all my sheet music and guitar accessories from Central Music, support local!

My daughter started violin lessons with a new teacher and her $80 instrument from Amazon was not…read morecutting it. He sent us to Central Music to rent a smaller, better instrument. We had three choices and price points, and I selected the "student" one which was the least expensive, and wow, this instrument sounds so much better and is in great shape! We were in and out of the shop in 20 minutes. The salesperson helping us was knowledgeable and friendly and we were able to find the accessories we needed as well (shoulder rest sponge and rosin). She's been playing it for 3 months with no issues and it doesn't go out of tune quickly like her cheap one. Billing is automatic and easy, with no mistakes. Such a great experience - we'll definitely be back when it's time to upgrade to the next one!

Bald head old guy not very friendly and not welcoming. Didn't help me. Good selection in the store.read more

Terrible experience! Signed up for guitar lessons in January of 2026. Requested that my monthly…read morecharges and lessons be paused in February 2026 due to personal issues. Per Retail Manager, Kevin Jordan,"pause" means "cancel". I have not had a lesson since February. This is August and they are continuing to bill me. I finally blocked them from charging my credit card. Now they are billing me directly. Neither their corporate office nor Glendale business is taking responsibility for the contiuation of charges. Making a police report and filing a claim in court. PS...Bald Old Guy is the Retail Manager of the store... Kevin Jordan

Great vibes, equipment, and staff. You get the kind of personal attention that corporate sales…read morepeople aren't capable of giving you.

Great experience at Boogie music. Brought in my guitar for a setup, and they did an awesome job…read more Met and chatted with the owner which is a great dude and very knowledgeable. Great turnaround and my guitar plays so much better now -- action feels smoother, stays in tune better, and it honestly plays so much better. Forget Bigbox stores. These guys are a small business and you can tell they care about quality work and making sure customers leave happy. I'd definitely recommend them to anyone looking for guitar work or music gear. There's a reason they've been around for so long.

I had a quick and seamless experience at the Avondale Guitar Center!…read more As soon as I walked in and asked for help locating a specific item, Tristan immediately stopped what he was doing, came around the counter, and personally led me to the DJ section in the back. He didn't hesitate to grab a ladder and pull the item for me. What stood out most was the trust he showed, he allowed me to carry the item to the front myself, even though it was a higher-priced product which other businesses frown upon. The entire visit, from walking in to checking out took no more than 10 minutes, literally! Tristan was also very patient while helping me set up an account and clearly explained the warranty options without being pushy. His attitude and customer service were truly excellent. I actually returned about an hour later, just minutes before closing, and was helped by another associate, Andrew. Once again, I was greeted right away and asked how he could assist me. Andrew was calm, kind, and understanding, and he quickly helped me process an exchange without any issues. He handled everything efficiently and made the process stress-free. I honestly didn't expect to need to visit a Guitar Center, but this experience completely exceeded my expectations. The staff created a welcoming and helpful environment, and I highly recommend this location!

Stopped here on the way home from Buc-ee's & wanted to check out the drum section. Saw some cool…read moredrums but this drum section could use some help.

We signed two of our boys up for School of Rock over the summer, and it quickly became the…read morehighlight of the week for both of them. They looked forward to every class, and it was incredible to see their confidence and love of music grow. The instructors were fantastic, especially Noah, the keys instructor. After every practice, he sent thoughtful, detailed notes that were such a joy to read. He always highlighted our son's progress, spoke so positively about his potential, and made it clear that he truly cared about helping each student grow. Those updates meant so much to us as parents. The owner, Michael, is also wonderful to work with. He's incredibly hands-on, approachable, and genuinely invested in the success of both the students and the program. You can tell he pours his heart into creating a positive experience for every family. We also had the pleasure of interacting with Lex and Ally, and they were just as amazing--friendly, helpful, and always willing to answer questions or lend a hand. We're so grateful for the entire School of Rock team for making this such a positive and memorable experience. We highly recommend this program to any family looking for a fun, encouraging, and supportive place for their kids to learn music!

After learning to play guitar on my own or from friends since 1976, I decided to take lessons…read more John has been teaching things that were never obvious to me but, he made it easy. Learn something new every week and having fun doing it. Joined the adult band too and great learning experience playing with much better musicians.

Surprise Academy of Music definitely was heaven sent to our family. What a great place. Family…read moreowned. They have watched many kids grow in skill and age throughout the years. Our girls love their teachers. The do have recitals. A couple times of year they even have fun dress up days for the holidays. Catching onto the piano fast, thanks to the great teacher. What a great group of people here.

Booking violin lessons for my grandson. They gave me a date right away. I just need to check with…read moremom that he can get there for the lesson.

I stopped by with my son today to see if they could repair a tuning peg a little after 4pm. I had…read moreno idea what to expect since they close at 5:00. Not only did John fix it right there in front of us, but John complemented my kiddo on how well he was caring for his instrument, Andy was working near John and showed us his current project, and John talked with us like old friends while he worked on my son's guitar. The cherry on top- he had it all fixed, and tuned within 20 minutes for a grand total of $5. My son is already begging to go back and explore more of the store! We will be back!!

I went in to get a guitar strap for my sister for Christmas and John was super kind and…read moreprofessional in helping me find one! The one I found didn't have a price tag on it and generously told me I could have it on the house! Great selection of instruments, accessories and anything related to music you could want! 5 stars all the way around!

Dennis and the folks at The Bass Place are awesome! Over the past month and a half I have…read morepurchased 3 Spector Basses from the shop. Dennis worked some really great deals for me and was awesome to talk to each time. I started going to the shop back when they were in Tempe in the 90s. Even with the shop on the other side of the valley now it is well worth the drive. You will not find the quality service or instruments anywhere else as they deal exclusively with bass gear. I am sure to be back once my funds replenish from the recent spree :)

Out of business at this location! Not at 9880 WPeoria Av, Peoria, AZ .Maybe at 9132 WCactus Blvd?read more

Simply fabulous. Why? Let me count the reasons: *They have a…read morepassion and love for what they do *The instruction is wonderful & positive *You get the moves & the history I must confess to you that I was born with the dreaded combination of two left feet & no rhythm. Because of this just the thought of having to 'dance' in public normally makes me flee in the opposite direction, or at the very least break into a sweat, lol! I am however an eternal optimist & decided to give an intro beginners class a chance. I'm glad I did :) I had SO much fun! The instructor, I think her name is Linda, was amazing. She was so knowledgeable, broke steps down so it didn't feel overwhelming, made all of us feel comfortable & really made it an experience to remember. Yes, I did still sweat, lol, but I want to do it again!

We went to El Encanto in Cave Creek thinking that we were going to see a classical guitarist. We…read morewere pleasantly surprised to see a dancer that night, too. Our children got to dance with Linda that night. Since both children enjoyed it, we were thrilled to hear she taught children's classes on Saturday mornings. When I called Linda to arrange for private classes, I was very surprised to hear how reasonable her prices are. Based on my experience with private ballroom dance lessons, I was expecting to pay twice as much as she quoted me. My daughter and I started taking classes together in September and we are enjoying learning something together. We are getting more than what we pay for. Linda is quite obviously not only a professional, but talented and passionate about her art. Her ability to teach both of us at the same time is exceptional, especially given the difference in our attention spans. Both my daughter and I leave every week feeling like we had a good time, and find that we are progressing as well.