My son has been taking piano lessons at Mel Booker Music for almost a year now with Javier. Javier…read moreis amazing, he is a passionate teacher who has nurtured my sons love of music. If you are looking to take lessons or start your child on a music instrument I highly recommend Mel Booker Music. Everyone here is great!

I had been a student with the Mel Booker establishment for over a year and a half and was taught by…read moreJeff, who is absolutely amazing and this review does not reflect the wonderful lessons by Jeff. My issue with Mel Booker Music is the lack of customer service. Ever since the front staff had changed from Megan and Debbie, to the new staff today, my experiences with the front desk went downhill. I am a school teacher and my schedule can change frequently due to impromptu/emergency meetings which can interfere with my lessons scheduled. My lesson was on a Monday and they're closed Sunday which kept me from being able to notify 24 hours before. I would call days before at times and be told by the new front staff that I would be called back, but never would receive anything even if I wanted to reschedule a week in advance. I would be told that an opening would open that same week, but again, I would not receive a call back. Megan and Debbie who used to work at the front desk were AMAZING and always willing to work with me on a reschedule and would always surely call me back if they said they would. My final straw here was a reschedule I had requested 3 hours before my lesson began due to an emergency meeting and the new front desk staff said they would not reschedule and my lesson would be wasted and that same day cancellations will not be rescheduled. This was new to me and when this would occur, Megan or Debbie would always find a way to make it work on a later date. With these occurrence, I since have requested to resign from Mel Booker and never received a call back or anything to see how this could be rectified which shows lack of appreciation to loyalty by patrons. The instructors here are excellent, but again my qualms are with the handling of scheduling and services by the front desk staff.

So sad to hear of both Dana and Dwite's passing! They were great people with an amazing passion for…read moremusic and you could really see that in that store!

More sad news. I was very saddened to hear of the death of Dwight. I had just visited him the week…read morebefore and was asking what was going to happen with Tapps after Dana's passing. He was unsure ( I'm still not sure if it is still open as I haven't been there in months now ) and was trying to find a buyer for the business and the next thing I know, he passed. So very sad. Still best store for music lessons if it is still open.

Ric is absolutely amazing and patient! My son took lessons with him in 2015 and he was diligent…read moreabout making sure he understood each and every step. He started with the guitar but ended up playing the drums and loving it! Unfortunately life happened and I could no longer take him to lessons but I would highly recommend any and everyone to Ric!

Ric couples the know-how with unmatched enthusiasm, keeping the learning process fun no matter how…read moreexperienced you are. I'm 50, and have played in several bands, performed in several venues...but Ric found ways to improve what I already had, caused me to reach, and turned me into a better guitarist and vocalist. I really can't overstate how important enthusiasm is in the learning process...he was highly recommended to me, and now I highly recommend him to everyone else!

The older gentleman helped me find what I wanted and was surprisingly cheap and still gave me a…read morediscount! Great place.

Always new records & CDs in rotation that are in good condition. The owner's cool af & so is the…read moreshop. Recommend to people who live out here or people just passing through! Plus, there are donuts, coffee & hotdogs near by - what more could you possibly want.

We really wanted to love this music school, as our daughter was so excited to start her first drum…read morelessons 8 months ago. Right from the beginning, the instructor was incredibly encouraging, praising our daughter's natural rhythm, focus, and skill. She kept improving month after month. We were thrilled to see her progress and passion for drumming grow. However, after a traumatic event occurred at home (just at the end of February, only 2 months ago) our daughter understandably struggled to maintain her attention during lessons. We communicated this to the instructor, and made sure we were present in class with our daughter to help her focus. We also took about 3 weeks off when we were working, and couldn't be with her. Despite this, we continued to pay our monthly tuition in full without fail. We spoke with our daughter often, checking in on how she felt about the class, and she was clear that she did not want to quit despite struggling with life at the moment - something we admired greatly. Unfortunately, the experience took a disappointing turn when the owner of the music school approached me right *after* class and said my daughter would be better suited for a different class (in front of her). This was handled very poorly - the instructor who had been working closely with our daughter was not even part of this conversation. We felt blindsided, as the instructor had previously been so complimentary of our daughter's abilities. To make matters worse, the owner then turned and spoke directly to our daughter with leading questions, overstepping appropriate boundaries. I felt they waited until they billed us for the new billing cycle before approaching us with this. We have always been easily accessible via phone and even text with the instructor. We would've been more than happy to discuss this over the phone, or to come in (without our daughter) and discuss it in person at any other time. We were then charged for the final lesson where our daughter was getting excited about continuing her drumming, and while the instructor spoke with her about her next class and being on stage (recitals at some point, and etc). They were aware I would be confronted with this conversation afterwards, and continued with the class anyway - waiting until the class completed to speak with me. When we requested a full refund, we were only offered a partial one (we had to pay for the lesson in which they knew they were doing to build my daughter up - only to tell me in front her that she was no longer a good fit for that class) which left an even more sour taste. As parents, we want the best for our child and were willing to be flexible and supportive. However, the way this situation was managed by the music school left us feeling deeply dissatisfied. We had hoped for a more thoughtful, communicative, and empathetic approach, especially given the personal challenges our family was facing. Sadly, this experience has made us hesitant to recommend this music school to others, and we will be seeking a more supportive environment for our daughter's musical education going forward. ***Update to the reply from Amped***: Thank you for your reply, but that is not an accurate representation of how our conversation went. I was not asked for my feedback on how the lessons were progressing from our perspective. Instead, I was told by you to understand that the instructor "was a professional" - even though it was your business that made the pairing in the first place. Additionally, you had initially told us that my daughter was too young for voice lessons when we first came to you. However, you then asked us to try those lessons instead. You then told us she could continue the lessons, even after making it clear that the instructor no longer wanted to teach her. I'm not sure what other parent would choose to keep their child in a class with an unwilling instructor, but I knew that was not the right decision for my daughter. While I appreciate your reply, it seems more like an attempt to shape the narrative of what occurred, rather than actually addressing the specific issues and concerns I raised. Thank you for your time. I wish your business the best, but I hope you will take this feedback to heart and make improvements to better serve your students and their families.

We've been with AMPED for a while. My older child has worked hard and learned music theory in order…read moreto write a few songs with help. When my younger one was going, she was working on numerous different instruments including voice, drums, and piano. She loved it too but her time was limited for at home practice due to other constraints. I highly recommend the teachers and owners of AMPED. Even during the COVID-19 epidemic, AMPED provided lessons to my student through zoom and it was still a private lesson between my daughter and her teacher.

Nine months ago I started private lessons with David.  All I had was a couple of guitars to make…read morecome alive and a desire to learn.  I knew absolutely nothing.  I wanted quality private instruction so that I could avoid learning bad habits or techniques that I knew I would pick up watching videos or online courses.  I choose David and couldn't be happier with that choice.  David is patient and teaches in a way that makes it easy to understand not just what proper technique is, but why it is important.  He introduces the application of music theory behind things in just the right times to make it all come together.  David is such an amazing and talented player and teacher.  His passion for playing shows through and is fun to learn from.  I look forward to every lesson.  He pushes and encourages me to do my best and really apply myself.  In less than 10 months I am playing real music - not just simplified beginner versions either.  If you are looking for an ethical high quality guitar teacher who can teach you from the beginning or take you to the next level of playing I couldn't recommend him any higher.  He is truly one of the best.

David Paul has been my guitar teacher for over 3 years. In that time he has taught me everything…read morei've wanted to learn and more. I'm very satisfied with my progress and can't wait to go further on my journey with him. David has been there for me emotinally on top of the lessons and is always a friend without breaking the teacher student barrier. David is able to adapt to any type of lesson and is the perfect teacher for anyone looking to pick up the guitar. You will see massive progress. I started in person wirh David and eventually went online. He is just as effective online because of his amazing guitar and teaching skills. If you wanna become a guitar master like this man you found the right place. You will not regret these lessons

My kids (6,9) have both Piano and Violin classes. We have tried other classes locally, but this…read moreplace is legit music lessons. They all really understand and know music theory and how to teach it. They are very conservative but great role models for younger kids. They are kind and have lots of patience with their students. The school is located in a building behind the main house and each room has a camera recording the session and there is sitting area for parents and kids to wait. My kids always look forward to their class and have learned more here in the last few months than they have years at other places. Could not recommend enough.

Please do not waist your money. The owner and instructors have such bad attitude. No reliable…read moreinstructors. It's a dirty place.

I waited a few months before writing this review because I was unsure of what I wanted to share …read more My daughter's experience on the SE23 and SE23 competition team was horrible . Lauren the owner only pays attention to the kids whose families have been with her for years . Those are the kids that she develops and works with . She allows bullying at the studio and on the team and never addresses it directly unless it starts to impact her bottom line . She humiliates the kids on the team if they miss a step in front of peers and makes it seem they were disrespectful when they respond . You pay a large amount of money for your kids to be on her competition team for your child not to be developed or trained properly. I know this now because we have moved to another competitive team and now I see what real development is . Beware of this studio !

This is the best studio i've ever been to. The students are so kind and the faculty is amazing!…read moreWould 100% recommend coming to this studio!

DO NOT PAY FOR OVERNIGHT SHIPPING. This is the THIRD time I was promised "overnight shipping" and…read moreit took longer. Sales lady, Grace, was helpful though.

The workers were very nice gave me free picks and explained all things that I need to start playing…read moreguita.

This is my favorite place ever! If I could live here, I would. The service is incredibly friendly,…read moreand the staff always make you feel welcome from the moment you walk in. Even the owner goes out of their way to be kind, personable, and welcoming. Their wines are amazing and delicious. Very high quality, and very reasonably priced. They regularly create new styles and batches, so definitely ask what's new when you visit. They also host fun special events that make the experience even better. One thing I really love is that you can bring in your own food. They do also offer charcuterie boards that are absolutely delicious, although they sometimes sell out because they're so popular. The atmosphere is warm, inviting, and truly feels like home. Everyone here is genuinely friendly, which is rare to find these days. I always leave in a better mood than when I arrived. Highly recommend. p.s. Make sure your GPS gives you the right address. Occasionally, it will take you to the wrong location.

Whether you're new to wine or a seasoned enthusiast, Thief & Barrel is an incredible place to…read morevisit. The selection is thoughtfully curated, and the atmosphere is both welcoming and refined. The owner, Dimaggio, truly elevates the experience. His knowledge and passion for wine come through in every conversation, and he takes the time to educate and guide you through different selections. Hearing his journey from local colleges to Europe adds a personal touch that makes the experience even more memorable. This spot has an amazing vibe and is a true local gem. If you have friends or family visiting from out of town, this is definitely a place to bring them you'll impress them every time.