Kalena was very nice and pleasant. She also shared her personal story in her passion of music…read moreteaching. Very kind and great selling left-handed ukulele! Highly Recommend! Good luck in your new journey! You'll do great

Note that I later received a message from the business owner essentially "scolding" me for removing…read morea star (4 stars instead of five) because they don't carry any other brands aside from their in-house brand. My 4 star review was my honest rating of the business, and was not really affected by the brand selection, and I actually bumped them up from the "in between 3 and 4 stars" gray area. Having said that, I think most people shopping for musical instruments (or anything else, for that matter) would like to know if a store does not carry the major brands typically carried by other shops in their market segment. The new 3 star rating is the rounded down rating I now give them because, as a more experienced guitarist who already has higher end instruments in-hand, the shop really has nothing to offer me that would draw me in for repeat visits. The shop really is catering to entry level student musicians, which is fine, but I don't need the management messaging me every few months because they really want a 5-star review on Yelp.

Five stars. An excellent environment to learn the Ukulele with numerous teaching professionals…read moreavailable on hand. From beginner to expert levels, it is such a great deal to learn something new. I've always wanted to learn how to play again (learned when I was young, but forgot after all these years). This is one of the best places to learn from. Generations of local residents have taken classes and lessons from Roy Sakuma Studios. The walls here are studded with numerous talent and stars who have come through here. Amazing! If you'd like to learn how to play or even want to just brush up on your skills, Roy Sakuma Studios is the place to learn from. Located in the Aiea Commercial Center, with lots of parking available (only tight on Saturday noons). Other locations are available too! I highly recommend this establishment!

Our second year of instruction. Daughter loves classes. We are happy with her progress…read more So many shops around this business use the parking. We suggest drop off and pick up if your kids are old enough. The waiting room has A/C. And you get (good) ukulele sounds in the background while waiting. Festival was great in Waikiki last and this year. Thanks Uncle Roy, Wendy and the staff.

It has been almost 6 months of piano lessons for our 13 year old and it has been a wonderful…read moreexperience so f

Our experience with King's Academy has been wonderful. The instructors for vocal and piano lessons…read moreare professional, pretty organized and very friendly and we've been through several teachers. I find that the private lessons are better but the half hour goes by so fast. The group lessons are an hour but if the kids aren't behaving, it takes time away from my child's progress. Their communication on the portal/email is good. I just wish the location wasn't so far and the price wasn't so much but i believe the value is worth the service they provide. Ms. Kacie has taught my daughter a lot in her vocal lessons while being highly encouraging and sweet.

Highly Recommend Hawaii MusicWorks!…read more When I first inquired about beginner keyboard lessons for my son, I spoke with Aunty Dale. She is incredibly sweet and sets such a positive tone--it's clear from the start how wonderful this place is! My son looks forward to his weekly group keyboard lessons with Mr. Mark. Learning alongside friends makes the sessions fun! He really enjoys getting to choose the songs he learns to play. In my son's words, Mr. Mark is "patient, caring, and nice." It's evident that he truly cares about his students. When my son felt stressed over a school assignment he didn't understand, Mr. Mark actually went out of his way to help him. He was so happy to tell me about it. Happy kid, happy mom--Hawaii Music Works has been a fantastic experience for us!

After 10 years of keyboard lessons for both of my sons, I can confidently say that Mr. Mark, Ms…read more Kira and Aunty Dale have provided far more than just music education--they have helped shape the young men my sons are becoming. From the very beginning, the lessons were a place where my boys could not only grow musically but also build confidence, express themselves freely (often with a bit of silliness!), and connect with positive adult role models who genuinely care about their well-being. Mr. Mark and Ms. Kira have consistently gone above and beyond--taking an interest in my sons' lives outside of music, encouraging their involvement in concert and marching band, and even supporting them through private school admission processes by authoring recommendations. Aunty Dale has provided consistent communication about scheduling and payment while always offering a welcoming smile to students and families as they walk thru the door. Over the years, Mr. Mark, Ms. Kira and Aunty Dale have celebrated milestones with us, offered guidance during challenging times, and shown a level of dedication that make them an extension of our family. Their presence throughout my sons' childhoods has made a lasting impact--one that goes far beyond notes on a page. If you're looking for instructors who are not only talented musicians and teachers but also compassionate mentors, you will find no better.

My daughter became so discouraged because of Emily (the piano instructor). She yelled at my…read moredaughter (who was only 5 at the time and a BEGINNER). I regret making my daughter continue her lessons because after a few sessions, Emily made her cry and my daughter refused to return. She calls it being "strict." However, the goal for my daughter is not to become a professional pianist, but to enjoy piano. We found a better teacher and now my daughter is not only thriving but EXCITED to go to piano class. Maybe this is not everyone's experience with Emily but I feel like I should warn other parents because it almost cost my daughter her love for music.

Convenient location, reasonable pricing, clean facility, nice staff and great instructors. 5 stars!read more

We've followed Nobu from the closure of Piano Outlet in Pearl Highlands to her very own studio…read more She is an incredible person and teacher and has helped my daughter excell in Piano! From private to group lessons, she does it all! If you are looking for a Piano school, this one is the best one by far! I wish her much luck in her new location!

My daughter loves taking classes from Ms. Liz! She likes the music choices a lot (as quoted from…read moreher).

I recently ordered a bass clarinet from Easy Music Center in Honolulu. After a few days without a…read moreshipping update, I emailed them on Monday morning to check on my order. Jake replied almost immediately and explained that a few employees had been sick, which caused a delay in processing. Shortly after, Hadji emailed me to let me know the instrument had been inspected and that they would expedite my order. Within a few hours, I received the shipping confirmation and tracking number for FedEx next day delivery which I really appreciated. Their customer service was excellent, and I really appreciated the quick responses and honest communication. My only suggestion is to send customers a quick email if an order is delayed. A simple update would go a long way and save customers from wondering about their order. So far, I'm very happy with the experience. I'll update my review once the bass clarinet arrives.

Just pick up my Acoustic Guitar today, So very grateful that they fix it and re-string plus tune it…read moreback. I am forever grateful to the fine staff of this store for their outstanding service and care, Surely a place that will help you. God Bless.

Been sending my son here to learn piano since his 7th birthday a year ago and every lesson has been…read morea pleasure. Dave is an amazing instructor and just a likable guy in general. The lessons are a lot cheaper than I've found elsewhere and he teaches them right in front of you as well. I'd heard that some places pull them off into private rooms and I don't think I would stand for that. Here you get to listen to every lesson. It's not even been 10 months since my son started and he's already working multiple key changes in a single song and playing with both hands fluently. 100% recommend.

This is a great place for music lessons. My son takes drums, my daughter piano and my other son…read moreukulele. The teachers are great, the studio is adequate and the price is very affordable. It is also very conveniently located next to Ranch 99.

Music Center of Hawaii is very small but the amount of instruments and service far exceeds their…read moreshop size. They are one of the only shops that repairs saxophones, violins, and standup bass's. They have a huge selection of violins, flutes, saxophones just to name a few. The staff is absolutely top notch any thing you need for your bowed instrument is there.

They helped us with a short term rental of a violin for my daughter. They sized her up with an…read moreexpert eye, gave us the relevant paperwork, and sent us on our way. Excellent value!