I cannot say enough great things about our experience at Musika Studios! Saousan is the kindest,…read morefriendliest person and her staff is wonderful. They are very organized and easy to work with. They make rescheduling and billing smooth and simple. My son took ukulele with Miss Morgan and now takes drums with Mr. Andrew and he has loved them both. They run recitals for the kiddos that are perfect! Saousan think of every detail. Even down to having a special seating area for the parents when their child is performing so they can get good pictures and videos! I've never seen that level of detail before.

I can't find enough wonderful words to describe Musika Studio, its team of musicians, and its…read morewonderful teachers. We frequently visit the Mesa Verde Plaza, and since my son recently turned four, I stopped by the studio to ask about their age requirements and recommendations for starting his music journey. They offer piano, drums, guitar and singing lessons as their selection of services. Ms. Sauson, the owner, patiently explained the curriculum and starting age, then offered a complimentary trial lesson to ensure it would be a good fit and that he was ready to begin. They have cameras in all rooms, so parents can sit and watch and listen to the lesson. As an educator and speech pathologist, I watched closely to observe how she engaged my child, her behavior management, reward system, and overall demeanor with young children. Needless to say, I was very impressed by her competence and approach. My son responded beautifully to her guidance, redirection, and positive reinforcements. He has been attending consistently since that trial lesson and is doing wonderfully. I've also met her other staff members and teachers, and you can truly sense that these people genuinely love music and love teaching. It's a fantastic, well-priced music studio in Costa Mesa. I highly recommend checking out Musika Studio if you're looking for a great place for music lessons. They also engage with the community through various events, which is always a bonus when supporting a small business that gives back so much.

I discovered McCormick a year ago when I found a beginner's open jam session on Meetup. At that…read moretime I had been learning bass for about 5 years on my own through YouTube tutorials and tabs. It used to take me several weeks just to learn one whole song at tempo. Improvisation skills were at zero. Plus, I didn't know anyone else who played an instrument, so I wasn't making much progress. The two times I had previously attempted joining a random open jam, I was completely lost and frustrated. But then I attended that first McCormick jam session... What I love about the open jams is that it's run by an instructor, so they'll often suggest easier songs and run through the chords on a whiteboard before starting. The people that attend are welcoming and friendly for all skill levels, and it's nice to see the same faces come back each month. Beginner/intermediate players get a chance to play along to easier songs, but there's also a chance for more advanced players to improvise and solo. I wound up having so much fun that first time, that I signed up for private lessons the week after, and have been going to the monthly jam sessions ever since. If you take private lessons, you can also sign up to join a student band that practices once a week to perform at concerts 4x a year. For beginners/intermediate who think they're not good enough to join a band, or if none of your friends are musically inclined, this is PERFECT. No matter who much you practice by yourself and can play along to a recording at home, it doesn't beat playing live in a group. Private lessons + band practice + monthly jams have seriously leveled up my skills in the past year. Now, I can learn a song well enough to survive a jam session with only a couple run throughs beforehand if I've never heard it before. I can survive a 12 bar blues jam without any prep. Plus I've also connected with a couple people during the jam sessions, and am now learning 3-4 new songs each week! Also, shout out to Jules who's helped me learn songs much faster by simplifying basslines that I thought were too hard to play, and getting me to work more on listening and improvisation instead of relying 100% on tabs. He's an excellent and encouraging teacher, and I've picked up tons of tips and advice in the past year. Really happy I found McCormick! I've always loved playing an instrument, but it's 100x more fun if you get to play with other people.

Amazing teacher, amazing students , amazing learning environment to really grow and harness…read moremusical skills. I would give it 10,000 stars if I could.

I can't say enough how much our family loves Ms. Mairead! My son started classes over five years…read moreago and he is still so passionate about singing thanks to his extraordinary very talented teacher Mairead! She is a gem, Mairead connected with my son right away and helped to develop his skills while singing songs that he loves!

I've been coming here for over a year for vocal lessons. Maddie is fun and easy going. I enjoy…read moreparticipating in recitals with opportunities to sing with a live band, and we get to hear other student talents. I come here for fun and plan to continue coming.

I have taken a guitar lessons else where and nearly gave up…read more Luckily I found Newport Guitar & Music. Kim is an amazing teacher and it is my honor to work with him. He is patient, he listens, he understands and then delivers in his instruction. Even though I do not live in the area, I am still willing to travel to see him every week because of his expertise and positive energy. When you find a good teacher in any field it is certainly worth making an effort for oneself. Thank Kim for being you.

Kim the owner is a quality human being and a pleasure to talk with . If you need equipment or…read morelessons give him a try you won't be disappointed.

As a long time guitar player wanting to play the violin I went here to upgrade from the cheap $100…read moreeBay special I had been using for the past few months. Not being experienced with violins I went here on the recommendation of another OC music store. It is quite intimidating making such a purchase based on my lack of knowledge of violins. However the people here were extremely nice and accommodating. I let them know my budget and they let me sit in the back room and play several violins they picked in my price range. They were never pushy and never tried to upsell me. I was there for a few hours and Dan told me I could even try some at home for a few days if it would help me decide. I ended up buying one from them and I am very pleased with their service and the instrument. They really seemed to want to help me find the right instrument for me. I have found the shop I will depend on for all my violin needs.

Dan, the owners' son is so helpful and nice. This place deserves more than 5-stars! I've been I…read more The shop 3 times now. One to rent a violin, next to return it and finally, to fix a broken string. They are so friendly, helpful and pricing is extremely reasonable compared to other shops. I loved that it took less than 5 minutes to fix the violin string repair. Wow. I'd never go anywhere else.

From the very first call to schedule our session, Ben has been reassuring and supportive as a vocal…read moreinstructor. Not only has Ben helped me build up singing confidence, he's helped improve my vocal range and technique. He is able to put complex topics and terms in language that is easily understandable for someone like myself with NO music background prior to enrolling. I have so much fun learning and never feel judged or embarrassed which is incredibly important. My favorite part of our sessions is when he turns my favorite songs into a piano-only or guitar-only piece and helps me perform them. I have been going to In Tune for a month and I am so excited and proud of my progress. I cannot wait to see how far I can go with In Tune's help!

Ben is a fantastic professional whose intuitive style and methods bring out the best of his…read morestudents' personalities and ambitions. He has the ability to connect with both children and adults, which can be a rare quality. He's been teaching our adult family member since before the pandemic; at no time do we ever feel like anything other than equals in a collaborative environment. The studio itself is definitely a well-cared-for, inviting space. You can flex your performance muscle without cramping your style. There's a decent sized parking area, so no worries about where to find a space on the street, as well as a central location on the bus route if you need public transportation. Costs are reasonable and really, you're getting a steal for all of Ben's experience, education, and knowledge. What are you waiting for? Go see him and change your life for the better.

It's been a long time since I was able to treat myself to an expensive purchase. I had the…read moreincredible experience of being assisted by Chloe, who was patient and understanding of my preferences throughout the process. Her sincerity in wanting to help me find the right guitar was genuinely felt. Even though the store was clearly busy, she made a point to check in on me throughout, going back and forth to see how she could help without ever making me feel like an afterthought. Someone like her should be in every customer service setting. If you're lucky enough to be helped by Chloe, you're in great hands. Chloe, if you ever get read this - my soul and inner child will be able to celebrate every time this guitar is in my hands because of you. Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart And loud shout out to Grant also for being meticulous while setting up my new guitar! Quick, precise, and kind enough to answer all my nerdy guitar questions while he's setting it up!

This Guitar Center is well set up, especially their drum department. Sets to try are on display for…read moreyour playing pleasure & in the cymbal room there is a set if you really want to go full bore! Great selection of snare drums & cymbals in there as well. If you're looking for a drum kit, sticks, hardware, etc, go see Lonnie. He will take GREAT care of you! Also, amazing selection of guitars, keyboards,& anything else the musician needs.

for many many years , JRR shop has been my favorite place to…read morebuy plugins !! amazing selection & awesome pricing !! FAST & EASY !!! Highly recommend!! 5 STARZ !!

John has been so great and transparent about his work! His prices are more than fair. He is very…read moreeasy to work with and goes the extra mile and makes every client feel appreciated! Highly recommended!

I am so happy to have found Greg - I've been searching for a banjo instructor in the Orange County…read morearea for a long time. Greg is professional, very laid back, extremely knowledgable about music - he's the real thing.

I have been taking ukulele lessons from Greg for the last couple of years...he is the greatest,…read more patient, encouraging, and really knowledgeable.

As a piano teacher in the area with a more traditional academic background in music, I am really…read moreproud to have the OC Music factory in my town that way when students of mine want to explore other genres such as rock/punk and other instruments like vocals/guitar I would rather send them here. Danny is a wealth of information and passionate about his programs and a visionary for the industry.

We love this place my son started his music journey there when he was just 4 years old . He started…read moreon the kids rock bands playing the piano than went to privates and did his first performances with them than did some music video clips it was great to develop his love for music. Sophie and her mother help him a lot and Danny was always very helpful with the administrative part and scheduling. We just left there because he started doing trumpet at school and got really into it and these days he is 14 and is part of the band at school and the wind assembly. We are so grateful for this place they supported my son creativity and got him very enthusiastic about playing music. Is a great place to start your kids musical path. We will be looking to starting our 4 year old musical journey there soon.