I've been going to John Mello for over a year so far and he is a great guitar teacher. He is in…read moreSan Mateo on B street. I went from attempting to play tabs via tab apps and youtube to actually learning how to play chords in various places along the neck, learning notes in scales, playing mini solos and actually playing entire songs. The songs and scales I learn and the pace are my own choosing. I've learned quite a few songs - enough to show off when camping. I mainly do the blues, classic rock, modern rock thing - isley brothers, richie valens, pink floyd, creedence, eagles ac/dc, green day, jason mraz, foo fighters, etc. He is extremely knowledgeable and usually picks up the chord structure without having to research the song. Additionally he's helped me fix/ refurbish my electric guitar when he saw some issues (the neck was bent/arched and he knew had to adjust the truss rod, modified the pickups, etc) which has made it much easier to play - not too mentions it sounds better too. Also he helped me purchase an acoustic guitar. He's so good that I stuck with him after I moved to the East Bay. Added bonuses Bonus #1: He's flexible about re-scheduling if you are on vacation,sick, etc. Bonus #2: He accepts credit cards (Square) Bonus #3: He has lesson blocks as small as a half hour making it more affordable If you are on the Peninsula look him up.

I think my daughter has been using her clarinet as a softball bat as it needed repair work. I have…read morealways gone to a music store in MV on Castro Street for my two kids' clarinet needs. I took my daughter and her clarinet on 11/13/15 to get a quote. The MV clerk took the instrument and told me that someone would call me early the next week. Someone did indeed call and quoted me a price, which seemed fine, and then said the next appointment would be at the end of February. FEBRUARY 2016. Um, that seems like a REAL LONG WAIT. So I remembered Peninsula Music which is actually much closer to my house. I called them, a nice man named Steve said to bring it by. When we did, he took a look, quoted me around the same price and said, when do you need it by? I said before February? He smiled and said how about in a couple days? A COUPLE DAYS???? Just as he promised it was done in about a week. For the same price! Steve rocks! Why wait three months, when you can get it back in a week?! So long MV music store, HELLO Steve!

Simply: the best. Performed an excellent & timely repair of my high-end clarinet needle spring.read more

Tom Bertetta is the absolute professional, and what a piece of luck I had to find him, thank you…read moreHornucopia in San Carlos, another bunch of terrific people that kindly referred Tom. I feel incredibly fortunate to take class with someone of the talent and incredible teaching ability that he has, you always walk away and think about the class and then feel more impressed with Tom's talents. Tom is obviously very talented and more understated about it that you could imagine. He has a very natural ability to push you in a very covert way. Example, I was huffing and puffing at chipping notes ( a lot of them) , I cursed and said I friggin hate chipping notes, Tom's immediate comment "guess you chose the wrong instrument", that helps more than you can imagine and takes a lot out of the frustration out of learning. His set up and studio is very professional as is his scheduling and environment. Tom has a very jovial personality that in a way covers up his incredible knowledge and experience that is pretty mind blowing, he throws a lot of curve balls that you don't realize till later. He'll take apart a piece of music and really make you thing about it in such a different way. Tom studied with Claude Gordon for 10 years, you kidding me, and never heard him play the whole time. Whether you are an adult or you you have a child you want to enroll, I;d give 20 stars if I could. Thank you Tom.

My sons and I highly recommend Tom…read more He's been their trumpet instructor for 3.5 yrs and has been responsible for helping them greatly improve their skills. My oldest with his help got into Jazz and Marching band. He plans to play in the marching band in college now. Overall it was a good decision to go with Tom.

Brett is an amazing guitar teacher whose infectious love of music has spread to our 11-year-old!…read more Every lesson, our son is literally laughing and jamming while playing with Brett. Brett makes it fun, but still has high expectations. In the last 9 months, we've seen a significant improvement in my son's musicality, technicality, and interest to learn different genres of music. I grew up playing the violin and his Dad the piano. We both experienced the gruelling classical experience that can turn kids away from music. Brett's philosophy is a perfect balance. My son looks forward to lessons and truly wants to improve and learn new songs, and I feel music will be a lifelong passion. I also see adult guitarists leaving his studio with a smile.

I took ukelele lessons from Brett. He is an excellent instructor. He makes the lessons fun. I was a…read morecomplete beginner and he was patient with me and I was able to play reasonably well in few months. I had looked at many videos on YouTube and none of them mentioned the tips I got from Brett. I'm so glad I decided to go with Brett.

Brett is an incredible bass player and a patient and thoughtful teacher. Highly recommend!read more

Hands down the best bass lesson I've ever had. The instructor was super chill but really knew their…read morestuff--broke everything down in a way that just clicked. We covered technique, groove, and even some theory without it feeling overwhelming. I came in feeling kinda stuck and left totally inspired, like I actually leveled up. If you're in the area and serious about getting better on bass, this is the move.

Brian is a fantastic teacher!!! I came to Brian a year ago with no drumming experience or formal…read moretraining. From our first lesson together, and throughout the time I have been taking lessons from him he has made me feel super comfortable, and is good at building me up so I feel confident to go farther, and at the same time constantly challenging me, pushing me to excel. I was quickly impressed with his wealth of information. He has an extensive knowledge about the actual drums themselves, playing drums, and many different genres of music. Brian can educate on a wide spectrum of whatever is it you are wanting to learn when it comes to drumming. He is VERY thorough, VERY patient and VERY helpful. He is reliable as far as scheduling appointments, and showing up on time, and is always prepared. His rate is fair, and B Street Music(the store where he teaches) is an easy location to get to, as well as a great place to buy drumming equipment. ALSO, Brian helped me when purchasing my first drum set, guiding me in the right direction, and even checking craigslist daily to help me find the best deal! I highly recommend him for lessons, whether you are a first time beginner, an advanced drummer and everything in between. Brian ROCKS!!! Literally!

My neighbor suggested my son take lessons. Not sure if it was his rockband skillz, or he really has…read moretalent. I searched yelp and bounced into B St. for more info! My son was so excited to get started with lesson. What A GEM, Brian Anders is. I am so pleased that my son is learning drums from an amazing musician. . Brian is thorough, patient and super helpful.

We came here beginning of Summer as my kid wanted a Viola from here. Judy got the correct size and…read moreshared when would be a good time to come back before Fall to pick up a rental. Judy was so patient, funny, informative and kind I wouldn't go anywhere else for instruments again (and we live faaaaaar away). Fast forward to today: we came to the shop and Edmond helped us. He was just as kind, patient and informative as we went through the process of picking between two instruments. I highly recommend this place for instruments!!!

Abraham was very helpful, friendly, and knowledgeable. The turnaround time was quick for getting an…read moreold cello strung for my child. They placed the strings and the bridge for us. We also had bow mites, so I'm glad he told me about them before I ruined another bow. The prices were reasonable, and he communicated clearly the advantages of the different types of string and the pricing tiers.

I am currently taking the Fundemental Guitar class Module 2 online, having started in Module 1 this…read morepast Spring. It's been very fun and I am enjoying the progress I'm making. Ramon is a highly experienced and knowledgeable teacher and musician. I appreciate the level of detail and explanations for everything we learn. I feel as if I am truly absorbing the concepts, not just mimicking sounds. I also like that as I progress, I will be able to prepare for and take performance exams through the Royal Academy of Music. It gives me motivation and clear, achievable goals to work towards. Excited to see where my guitar journey takes me!

Ramon taught my son Owen for years and the patience his got for him helped him learn so much more…read morethan just about playing guitar. The discipline that comes with it helps him in all other aspects of learning to excell on other things that interest him. It was all worth spending the money for someone like Ramon because of his knowledge when it comes to music and especially his passion for teaching his students to be a best version of themselves.