Celestial Instruments

(1 review)

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I have been a student with Joe from the beginning of my guitar and musical career. Started out…read moredoing guitar lessons. Learned everything from music theory to song writing to guitar repair. I then made the switch to a rock band mentor ship. Joe provides such a great learning environment that I was comfortable enough to try singing as-well. Good thing I did, because I love it! He cured my stage fright and taught me how to talk to the crowd. The rock and roll conservatory is a great school and is very affordable. I recommend it to everyone I know for all of their musical endeavors. At your own pace. Joe makes it very easy to learn.

From the owner: The Rock and Roll Conservatory (RnRC) is a facility dedicated to mentoring the next generation of…read moreinfluential artists. With a focus on the mentoring of students, as opposed to a conventional method of teaching, the RnRC develops more than just an understanding of music within its students. The RnRC works closely with each student to help them develop an understanding of themselves and help them learn how to apply that understanding to the exceptional music education received through the RnRC.

Washington Pianos

(19 reviews)

I just bought a lovely Kawai grand piano from this store and I am over the moon happy. I tried at…read moreleast 50 different pianos in this metroplex and in so doing learned that I am an insufferable snob with expensive taste. I found a beautifully restored piano that was within my budget and I'm incredibly in love with the sound, the feel, everything. It was a great experience buying from Washington Pianos and should I ever need to upgrade (which seems unlikely based on the amazing tone of this one) that amount spent can go towards a different one in the future. Great warranty and great experience. I thoroughly appreciated how respectfully I was treated throughout this process and feel comfortable knowing that I can reach out to Sam if something ever needs a fix or something. Thanks again!

Purchased a wonderful used Kawai studio upright from Washington Pianos, and after a couple years…read moreit needed adjustment to the sustain pedal. Sam was wonderful, and after his tuning it sounds and behaves better than ever. Highly recommend!

JD Music Studio

(1 review)

She is my favorite voice instructor. She has made it possible for me to take voice lessons…read moreaccording to my circumstances. Her techniques are current and challenging. I heard one of her students sing, and loved the rich sound and tone with the right amount of vibrato. I knew immediately that I needed to seek her voice teacher out and start voice lessons again. So here I am starting over again! Super teacher!

From the owner: Voice and piano lessonsread more

Enumclaw Music

4.5

(11 reviews)

Playing a show in Enumclaw, and realized we had not packed our cymbal stands for the drum kit…read more Enumclaw music came to the rescue and supplied us with what we needed. Friendly courteous and over the top when it comes to service. We highly recommend them.

This is a great little music store. I bought my first ukelele there. The owner is such a really…read morenice guy. Very helpful and friendly. I highly recommend checking this store out.

Music Trader

3.9

(17 reviews)

I love this store. I went in looking for a 1st guitar for my 13 year old. I was absolutely shocked…read morethat the first one recommend was a beautiful used fender and the exact guitar I had in mind for her! So many other places would have started with the most expencive guitar in the store to sell me. They are helpful, kind and everything needed all in one stop. We will 100% be back.

My Ambassador trumpet had valves that lagged on the rebound, making it impossible to play. Three…read moreattempts by two other repair shops failed miserably. Sam fixed the problem the first time. He is a master craftsman.

B Natural Music

(6 reviews)

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This place is great! I went in needing some violin strings…read moreand shoulder rest, and they went above and beyond to help me. 5 stars doesn't do it justice!

Very impressed with the service. Brought in a 30 yr old trumpet to see if it could be used for…read moremiddle school band. The owner and staff were very helpful and informative. I really appreciated how he took time to explain the good and the bad. Would highly recommend and will be back!

Smithway Guitars

(3 reviews)

He is the best at what he does, nothing is ever left until it is the best he can do! He works with…read moreall his clients to make sure they are happy! I know because I get to see him in person all the time. And his perfectionism is true gift when it comes to making an instrument work well for its owner. He knows how much it means to his customers to be taken care of their baby! The vehicles to your dreams.

Where to start? Robert has done 3 jobs for me in the past year. First, he setup an Epiphone 339…read morethat looked great but didn't sound so hot. After his setup it sings and is now my favorite guitar. Next, I gave him a VOX Guardsman amp that had some static issues. He checked and cleaned every connection. When I got it back it sounded clean and loud. Next, he did a repair/restoration of an old LP that I did not take a care of. He straightened the neck, installed new frets, gold hardware and tuners, adjusted the nut and polished the whole thing. Robert returned it to factory condition. The neck is straight and the action is sublime. The quality of Robert's work is very high and he is equally gifted with instruments and amps which is rare. Additionaly, Robert is really easy to work with, a great communicator and his rates are super reasonable. I am very glad I found him and will be bringing him more work. I've had some good repairs before but Robert and Smithway are the best I have experienced.

Music & Arts

2.5

(15 reviews)

I only gave them one star because 0 stars wasn't an option! They scammed me on my "rental" and I…read moreended up paying way more for it. I would never recommend this company and location to anyone!

We have rented a viola from them for years, both of my kids used it Haha well now my son is 14 and…read morehas a passion for guitar! His first string broke last night and he was pretty upset. I called the store this morning and they said yes they could help and come on In! So got to turn in the viola and a nice young man showed my son how to change a string at no charge! (He had already purchased strings when he bought his guitar) We will definitely be back for any future needs!

Dave's Piano Moving

1.0

(1 review)

Don't use these guys. With a 6 1/2 hour quote, 14 hours later, and I still need to hire someone…read moreelse. So slow and worthless!

From the owner: Dave's Moving Service is a family owned business that has been operating for over 40 years. We have…read morebeen serving the South King community since 2004. We specialize in piano moving services. Our staff offers quality and reliable moving services you can count on. Call us today for more information!

Washington Pianos

(19 reviews)

I just bought a lovely Kawai grand piano from this store and I am over the moon happy. I tried at…read moreleast 50 different pianos in this metroplex and in so doing learned that I am an insufferable snob with expensive taste. I found a beautifully restored piano that was within my budget and I'm incredibly in love with the sound, the feel, everything. It was a great experience buying from Washington Pianos and should I ever need to upgrade (which seems unlikely based on the amazing tone of this one) that amount spent can go towards a different one in the future. Great warranty and great experience. I thoroughly appreciated how respectfully I was treated throughout this process and feel comfortable knowing that I can reach out to Sam if something ever needs a fix or something. Thanks again!

Purchased a wonderful used Kawai studio upright from Washington Pianos, and after a couple years…read moreit needed adjustment to the sustain pedal. Sam was wonderful, and after his tuning it sounds and behaves better than ever. Highly recommend!

American Music

4.1

(100 reviews)

Good people with great knowledge and willing to work with you on pricing, buying, selling and…read moretrading.

Go here!!!! Very very helpful and friendly staff. They…read moregenuinely wanted to help me get the best deal and did not try to upsell me on anything, which was a relief. They weren't condescending to me as a beginner either, and gave me the information I needed. Great atmosphere, super chill and laidback. Incredible prices too. I got a fender amp for half the price of what it would be at other shops.

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