I've been a student of Simply Music for about 5 years now and my 7 year old step-daughter is coming…read moreup to her first year anniversary. It's an amazing system and Karen is a true master of it. She's patient and thorough, and very committed to her craft. She does free introductory sessions every once in awhile and I highly recommend you go find out for yourself how great and easy Karen makes learning piano.

Karen's love of music (and dance) is absolutely infectious! She puts so much heart into her Simply…read moreMusic teaching. To quote Eric Clapton - She's got the boogie-woogie right down in her very soul! I highly recommend Karen and the Simply Music method for your piano lessons.

I can't say enough good things about MCMS. With no musical experience, I came to MCMS as an adult…read morebeginning cello student. My teacher, David, has patiently and thoughtfully worked with me as I very slowly progress. When I'm in the school before and after lessons I get to listen to other students, or all ages, with David and the other wonderful teachers. There is a great sense of community and the interest and enthusiasm the instructors have for each of their very different students is heartwarming. From talented mini-rock n' rollers to older students, everyone is treated with care.

I am 66yo with long forgotten high school music experience and wanted, if I could, pick up were I…read moreleft off. What was I to do? I found MCMS and it was exactly my answer. This small but loaded school caters to the young and older alike. It has a bevy of accomplished and practicing musicians; teaching drums, guitars, piano, violin, cello. I see it as a place to perhaps learn to be a multi-instrumentalist. My first inquiry to the school was answered quickly and then put in touch with it's cello instructor (the instrument I wanted to learn). I was given a complementary hour of introduction and was sold after that. I appreciated the instructor's encouragement and that he did not sugar coat the road ahead to learn; I liked the challenge of that. This school has checked off all the boxes for me to learn. It is conveniently located in not quite down town San Anselmo and has a neighborhood feel about it. It is San Anselmo's very own School of Rock and Bach!

It has been an amazing experience all around! School of Rock San Rafael has outstanding instructors…read moreand staff who truly care about the kids. They combine high expectations with high support and foster a positive, kind, and mutually supportive environment. It's not a given that kids will be encouraging and inclusive in group settings, but the fact that SoR consistently brings together bands where the students are supportive and kind to one another speaks volumes. The non-teaching staff are also incredible--great communicators, always warm, friendly, and helpful. This program has been a life-changing, inspiring, and incredibly positive experience. Thank you to everyone at SoR San Rafael for everything you do!

Very poor communication - took them over a week just to get back to my voicemail. No one answers…read morephone as well.

I don't know how I am the first to comment but Gailene is amazing! She is amazingly patient, kind…read moreand encouraging. At 56 I decided learning guitar was next on my bucket list so that I could one day sit around the campfire with the family and have a sing a long, in just a few months Gailene has me playing actual songs! I highly recommend Gailene whether is for learning guitar or improving your singing, she will help you get where you want to go.

i have an important gig coming up next week, and discovered that my recently purchased bari sax is…read moreplaying flat. did a little research and determined that the NECK was the most likely culprit. tony not only had the exact right replacement neck, but had a matching vintage mouthpiece to go with it. i don't even know what to say. i could spend tons more money and time scouring the internet for a resource that was literally on my my way to a concert. highest recommendation.

Tony is a skilled craftsman. I now have the easiest playing horn I have even had!…read moreTake you horns here, you won't be sorry!

A Drummers Tradition is the last of a species, a one stop shop for all things DRUMS, something that…read morehas virtually ceased to exist in the SF Bay Area. As a full-time jazz drum pro and band leader, it's been my pleasure to shop there for many years. Robert and his staff are tremendously knowledgeable about everything from vintage drums to cymbal options. They even have obscure hardware from obsolete drum manufacturers that are hard to get anywhere. Plus the knowledge and wisdom that goes with that. ADT Is also a virtual "candy store" if you like drums, drummers, and our history. There's nothing more fun than to come in, hang out, and talk drums with other drummers! AND spend hours looking at the drum SETS and memorabilia on all four walls!

The little guy with the pony tail got nasty with me after finding out I could not afford his drum…read morelessons. Called me names and told me he couldn't care less about me if I wasn't paying his salary. Would not recommend.

My daughter began taking piano lessons from Julia about two months ago. She really looks forward to…read moreeach lesson. Julia makes it fun for the kids and let's them learn to play some of the popular songs which is great for a teenager who just became interested in piano.

Julia is an amazing teacher. My 10 year old daughter has learned a lot of technical voice skills…read morefrom Julia and loves working with her. Piano is somewhat of a challenge for my daughter, however Julia makes it a fun learning atmosphere so my daughter enjoys to continue to learn. Julia is incredibly talented and gives clear and specific direction on how to learn skills to become a better performer. If you want a fun learning atmosphere, Julia is a great person to work with.

Elizabeth Vargas was and still is the biggest impact I've had in my entire life as far as music…read moregoes as far as education goes she puts her heart and soul into everything she does is by far the best teacher that I have ever had I'm 41 years old now and I was blessed to have Elizabeth Vargas teach me I was a real band nerd I enrolled in symphonic band jazz band and some real life lessons as well. my life would not be the same without this woman she is a blessing to all she encounters. I have her to thank for my current Musical expertise I currently play the trumpet I play the six string guitar I play the bass guitar I play percussion I record music professionally. And none of this could have been done had enough spend 6 7th and 8th grade under the instruction of the one and only Elizabeth Vargas thank you so much I can't say enough good things about this one! -Brother Ray-

Liz is the best! A teacher for all levels and ages, she is a classically trained musician and a…read morepatient and fun teacher. I am a beginner so she started with the basics, helped me to break bad habits early and understand the value of stepping through the process while developing a new appreciation for music. So happy I found her!!