This is a top notch music shop in the old school tradition. I recommend checking it out, taking…read moresome time to talk to the owner or the friendly staff. You will learn something. They may not have a million instruments on display, but they have a lot, andif you want something specific they can help you with that. They also do great repair work.

I didn't find the book I was looking for here (a popular first year piano lesson book, which I was…read moreshopping for late in the start-of-lessons season) but I did find a very pleasant store, very helpful staff, and a place I'll return to next time I need anything music related. Guitar strings, picks, tuners, etc., they have a store chock full of whatever you need. Except of course they were fresh out of the book I was looking for (an empty slot on the rack) but I can't hold that against them.

Mozart Academy of Music played our ceremony music and it was just beautiful. We had strings trio…read more(violin, viola and cello) and it gave the ceremony such a rich touch and magnificent sound. The musicians were professional, well dressed and curtious. I had already picked the music selections for the ceremony myself and some of them were not the usual repertoire of the wedding ceremony musicians, but it was not a problem for the Mozart Academy of Music - they found the music sheet and played it perfectly. The coordinator Kady was in touch with me over the emails and made sure they understood what I wanted exactly. If you want a big variety of instruments, flexibility of music choice and reliability, Mozart Academy of Music is the way to go.

From the owner: Boston's Best Musicians For Lessons and Performances!read more

Main St. Music is my favorite local business in Waltham; between all their teachers and regulars,…read morethere's so much musical knowledge and ability here. I don't know why people complain about prices--this isn't a corporation, they don't get the kinds of massive bulk discounts you're going to find at Guitar Center. That being said, you're going to find much more here in the way of community than you'll ever find at some big name store staffed by egotistical kids. The staff remembers you, will sit down to play with you, will go completely out of their way to help you, and can get you something if they don't have it there already, even foreign instruments that you can't usually find. The weekly meetups on Wednesday nights are great and always diverse. Shop local, keep your mom 'n pops in business. I know I'll come here before I go looking anywhere else.

Run, don't walk, as far away as you can from this place. If you don't you will be the victim of a…read moreconcert you didn't sign up for, (just wanted to get an instrument fixed, as advertised and get out. I brought my own strings and the guy had no clue how to fix the instrument and wasted my time trying to. He then suggested I should learn guitar and wanted me to sign up for guitar lessons. No thanks, I'm good. He then rips out his guitar and starts playing "guess what song I'm playing" and when he forgets the lyrics, I supply them. What the fuck am I doing here? Did I sign up for an open mic show? Is this guy tripping? As an added bonus, they ask all kinds of personal questions as you try to figure out your easiest escape. There is a guy out front that keeps on walking back and forth in front of the store. This is creepy. They push the guitar lessons again and find a way to insult me, maybe because I don't want to take his guitar lessons? Then he gives me his number so I can be sure to call to sign up for the lessons. With you? Are you out of your mind? Yes, you are out of your mind. And I know the safest thing for me to do with someone like that, is not to get angry, just humor him and GTF outta there asap. Longer than I thought it would take, but I'm still here living to tell the tale. And I won't be back.

I went to Music Go Round after several unsatisfying trips to the big box guitar centers. I am…read morereturning to playing after many years so I can play along with my grandchildren like I did for my kids. I wanted to buy a guitar but have some problems with my shoulder and needed help selecting a size and style I could use comfortably. I got no help from the big box stores. I walked into Music Go Round and was immediately greeted by a friendly guy named Jeff. I explained my problem and Jeff showed me a variety of styles and sizes. When he saw how uncomfortable I was, he showed me how to hold the guitar like I was playing classical and it was a revelation. It took all the pressure off my shoulder. He brought me a variety of guitars without trying to upsell at all and I landed on a beautiful Alvarez Parlor size with all Mahagony top, sides and bottom. This guitar new at Guitar stores is selling for $1,100. I bought this slightly used guitar for 1/3 that cost. And, to top it off, the store has a wonderful dog walking around. So, if you want personal service, no pressure sales, and a great bargain on a great guitar--I would stop here. At least that was my experience.

I have had hit or miss experiences with this place. They have a great variety of guitars most of…read morethe time but the staff is sometimes sort of aloof. Perhaps they don't even realize it. I can't say they actively discourage me in any way. It's just that some of them have a hard time feigning interest. Maybe I'm just not a cool person. I dunno. Some other places have no trouble treating me like I matter, so perhaps it isn't just me. Perhaps I have been encountering an employee who doesn't like his job. Regardless, I keep coming in to see their incredibly good, constantly-rotating inventory. One time, I even sold an amp for them just by being myself, playing some pretty tunes on a nice little setup. A nice older gentleman walked up and complimented the sound I was getting then politely asked if he could buy the amp. We had a wonderful talk and then he bought it while I walked out the door. That made me feel GOOD. That experience has sustained me over a few of the more negative experiences with aforementioned aloof employee.

Sophia has been teaching our son piano for the last several months. Her thoughtful instruction,…read morecombined with an infectious enthusiasm for music, makes her an ideal teacher. She will sometimes hum along when effective and even once brought her violin so she could duet on a song. She speaks honestly, understands technique and brings everything she has to each lesson. I recommend her highly.

My daughter has been taking piano and violin lessons with Sophia for two years and we couldn't be…read morehappier. Sophia is an engaging, music and kid loving teacher that shares her passion for music in a way my daughter, as young as she was, immediately resonated with. Sophia is thorough and very focused on the technique whilst making it fun and accessible to children. She's always upbeat with a smile on her face, and it's an absolute pleasure to be working with her.

MJ's offers more than just private lessons: there are ensemble classes for students - of all ages -…read morewho want to play in bands or sing in vocal groups, too. There are Fall/Winter & Spring/Summer recital opportunities for solo or group performances. Students have the chance to play @ other events - this year at the Waltham Riverfest! - and with groups from other organizations. Teachers are professional and top-notch. I've been a student there since 2006 and I highly recommend the school.

From the owner: What We Offer At…read moreMJ's Music School, we are committed to providing high quality music lessons in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. All Styles, Ages, & Levels *Private Lessons on most instruments *Group/Ensemble classes, bands and choirs *Public performance opportunities *Individual attention to meet the needs of all students, including those with special needs and on the Autism Spectrum

UNETHICAL BUSINESS PRACTICES…read more Geoff, who is the owner of Bach To Rock - Wellesley, is a trickster. If I didn't show proof of my bank statement, he would've continued lying about the charge on my card and not refund me. THAT IS FRAUD. I am baffled by the business practices of this place. If you or your children plan on enrolling here, make sure to CHECK YOUR BANK STATEMENTS and ask for class materials, policy handbook, etc. on your 1st day because the staff did not care to mention anything to me. Instructors nor staff gave me an agenda or curriculum when I first started taking classes at Bach To Rock. Geoff claims he changed the way they handle things since he terminated the former staff but I refuse to believe that. He is a money hungry swindler filled with loopholes. It's evident the fired staff learned those dishonest tactics from him. I tried to resolve this between Geoff and I via email but he left me with no choice since he does not care to rectify the wrongdoings of his team. I strongly believe Geoff's staff took advantage of the fact that I was a novice and I was eager to learn. From the initial conversation with the staff, I told them I am disabled and my chronic illness is unpredictable. I explained how I cannot predict each day and some days I am bed bound because of my illness. I went into detail about the constant dr. appts and how I am planning for surgery. I also told them that I will do my absolute best to make it to all my lessons but if I need to reschedule, I will tell them. In conclusion, I still pushed through and made it to ALL my scheduled lessons. I kept up my end of the bargain but they did not. I have the email thread between Geoff & I, screenshots of the class charges, call logs, etc. Before I layout the entire timeline I want to make a few things clear: 1. From the very beginning I told the Bach To Rock staff and DJ instructor that I wanted to take DJ'ing seriously. I told them DJ'ing seems like a stress-free outlet for my Lupus and I was excited to begin. Yet I wasn't assigned HW, I wasn't told about the online account and its benefits, class materials nor the policy. 2. Every time I called Bach To Rock or when I went in person for lessons, I spoke to either one of the female staff members. There was Tori and I don't know the other person's name so I will call her "Rep A". Reviewing my emails, I now realize Tori was the assistant director which makes things worse. I spoke to Tori frequently whether it was in person or on the phone. 3. I had the same DJ instructor Carl throughout July. I had (3) 1-hour lessons. July 2nd July 9th and July 23rd. In between lessons I was doing my own research on YouTube. 4. Geoff claims he was unaware of these issues and deceitful practices until August 18th, 2025, when I spoke to him on the phone. He also stated this was NOT an isolated incident that other patrons voiced their concerns and that the staff I was referring to are no longer working for Bach To Rock. They have all been terminated. 5. I had a lesson with the new instructor on August 19th. I had another lesson scheduled August 29th but I made the safe decision to discontinue my lessons there because I no longer felt comfortable being a student there. 6. Geoff has since then backtracked and tried to commit FRAUD about the charge on my card when I asked for a refund. 7. I called Corporate on 8/22/2025 and left a voicemail and no one has returned my call. My FULL review is uploaded in the attachments. I am very displeased that I have to leave a review like this but I am left with no choice after all I have gone through with Bach To Rock. At first I thought Geoff was trying to rectify the situation but the staff he terminated clearly learned those deplorable tactics from him. I genuinely believe because I am a novice and disabled, they decided to take advantage. 3 lessons down the drain without rectification. This is a reprehensible way to conduct business. I spent my hard-earned money to learn and progress and I failed immensely. This whole situation had me so stressed, I almost had a flare that would've landed me in the hospital. If you are planning to attend Bach To Rock, keep track of your bank statements. I was so excited to start my DJ'ing journey but this has truly traumatized me.

Excellent variety of Music classes for Children of all ages. We have truly enjoyed our experience…read morehere.

Great Guitar Center store--it's my go to for drums and related equipment. Good prices and sales…read more I've also bought guitars here. My only suggestion would be for them to offer more high end acoustic guitars so I can try them before buying. Definitely a great music store and everyone is super helpful!

*service review*…read more Went to get kids guitar re-string service. I had tried to tune it myself and broke the string, oops. Friendly staff welcomed me and directed me to the service area on the left. System was down so they weren't sure if they could do in one day or tomorrow but they called later and it was done. Super speedy! The store was clean & organized, seemed like they had lots of instrument options and a couple rooms to try them out. Lots of parking as this is in the cloverleaf marketplace shopping center with the new Aldi, Wine store, harbor freights and the Hampton Inn. Inn.