BERKLEE (educational headquartered, founded in Boston, MASSACHUSETTS) graduate of AV SOUND…read moreENGINEERING and Acoustical , kind instructor. At the moment, I'm personally practicing Clementi classical nirvana-ish or Bach composed 2nd grade level". Owner-Propietor is rather well known, without prejudices, diplomatic; accommodating to specific time throughout week, (MON thru Friday afternoons,)and as certainly affordable ($$40/per 30 minutes [1/2 hour] instruction).

Excelente pianist and teacher. My son started taking lessons with him 3 years ago and he became a…read moreprodigy with him.

This year I was able to attend orchestra conducting symposium at George Mason University. So much…read moregreat time and work on the orchestra repertoire, score study, culture of the conductor's behavior, work in rehearsal language, rehearsal techniques, exercises on conducting skills, and so much else . Highly professional musicians playing in the orchestra . Maestros caring very much on each student and helping them to make a progress in their professional development giving them honest and valuable advices. Highly recommend!!!

My son had Game Design classes at George Mason Game Design Institute and he loved the program and…read morethe instructors!. I was glad to see him coming out from the classes excited about Computer Science and full of new ideas encourage for the instructors that you can tell love what they teach. "The question for the child is not Do I want to be good? but Whom do I want to be like?" -- Bruno Bettelheim, Austrian-American child psychologist, author (1903-1990)

I will be upfront in saying that whenever I see a company or service on Yelp! that has nothing but…read morefive-star reviews, I become suspicious and wonder if the reviews are real. However, after visiting Sam at El Melody for a few lessons, I can already see why everyone has rated him perfectly. The ratings are not a joke, he is really that good. I have taken voice lessons from others over the years, but nothing has even come close to his method of teaching. His formal training is very apparent and I have already noticed a dramatic improvement in my own speaking and singing abilities. If you are serious about improving your voice for speaking and/or singing, open to constructive criticism and practicing the lessons you are taught on which parts of your body to use, I think almost anyone could have great or at least noticable results by taking lessons from Sam. I highly recommend going here. My lessons will be one of the investments in myself I look back on in life and can tell I will be grateful that I decided to make.

Sam is a fantastic teacher with a real passion for bringing out the best in his students…read more I started out as a brand new singer with no lower range and a very basic knowledge of music that I had long forgotten from middle school band. Now I can sing lower than I ever imagined and have the proper technique that doesn't strain my voice. I am also beginning to write my own music in just over a year. I've always had a dream of becoming a songwriter and singing on stage. Both of those dreams are closer than I ever imagined. You might be thinking, "That's what all singing teachers should do. How is this guy different?" Sam knows exactly what's holding you back without asking - sometimes even without you knowing yourself - and he pushes you out of your comfort zone and past your limitations, into being a great singer.

They will work on your violin for a reasonable price. Call to set up an appointment for best…read moreservice.

Hi We are grandparents. We used Brobst for our daughter when…read moreshe was growing up, and always found the staff helpful and bought a violin from them when our daughter was playing a full size. Now when our granddaughters visit in the summer from Minnesota we rent a cello for one of our granddaughters, so she can practice. We haven't found any difference in the courtesy of the staff or the reliability of the instruments. We love Brobst!

Both the music studio and Matt's Guitars are one of the best shops in Manassas/no Northern…read moreVirginia. Fantastic customer service, thanks to people who make the experience comfortable for an absolute novice like my self. Prices and selection is top notch. And in the event you do not see something, they can likely get it for you. If you are just browsing, starting your musical journey, or a seasoned rocker, go check this place out now.

First, let me say that I am a transplant to the area and feeling lost with lost without my locally…read moreowned neighborhood music shop that I've done business with for 25 years. Being in the fairfax area I've frequented Guitar Center as my only known option for guitars and pedals and mics ect. I hate the way most big box music stores make you feel. Like your bothering them to get a guitar down for you or grab a pedal out of a case. Frequently at big box stores there are multiple employees around talking to each other about their weekend exploits instead of helping customers. Not the case here. I walked into Matt's Guitars on a whim since I spotted it on facebook. They not only have a great selection of amps, guitars, and pedals....but they are happy you came in and treat you with care and respect. The guys here were happy to and even encouraged me to plug in and try a couple guitars amps and pedals. So pleased I found this place, even though it's about a 25 min drive for me, I will be back...often. Their selection of Strats and PRS was very nice to see. Thanks!

This is a cool little music store! I've lived in Haymarket for over five years now and never walked…read moreinto this place. It's actually quite a bit bigger inside than what it looks like from the sidewalk - more on that in a moment. As part of my research into buying my first guitar - I came in and talked with a very nice young man - I believe his name was Noah. He answered all of my questions and I was leaning toward buying an Epiphone acoustic guitar at the time. Noah also gave me a tour - there is a whole other level downstairs! There must have been some 20 private music lesson rooms, and then down this back hallway - a large room for jam sessions/open mic night on Friday nights. Based on the service I received from Noah - I like Contemporary Music Service. The place is bright, well laid out, clean, and energizing. I am sure I will be back to check out accessories and lessons once I get going with the guitar I did select.

My good friend and I went into this local music shop for a simple procedure: he wanted the nut and…read morebridge replaced on his acoustic with bone rather than the onboard plastic. This SHOULD have taken an hour or two tops, maybe a day if they were very busy. However, this store kept his guitar for over three weeks (after saying it would be a "couple days, tops"), and when he got it back, nearly nothing had been done. The bridge and nut remain the same, and the guitar's finish has fingerprints all over it. They then charged him $40 to get his guitar back, which basically amounted to a string change. I find this completely unacceptable, and I will never ever give them any business ever again. I had a similar operation done to my acoustic at Guitar Center, and it took less than two hours. I urge all of you to boycott this shop as they're incapable of following through on a very simple request, even after multiple calls over the course of 3 weeks for this "couple days, tops" work. Extremely dissatisfied, wish I could give zero stars out of 5. (x-posted from my google review.)

After losing some weight I needed to have my ring resized. It is a bit of a tricky ring to resize…read morebecause there is a pretty unique texture on the band. They were able to resize it in less than a week and you cannot even tell that it has had work done! Very happy with it and we will be coming back for sure.

I want to thank Brenda Root Monn for the outstanding customer service assistance she always…read moreprovides when I visit Jerry's Occoquan Jewelers in Occoquan, VA. Brenda sets a sterling example for others to emulate due to her renowned accomplishments in her role as Store Proprietor and Master Jeweler. She is also an acclaimed Graduate Gemologist and Goldsmith! Brenda demonstrates a remarkable degree of expertise and passion in areas of gemology appraisals, specialized design, jewelry history, and repairs. This attests to her true sense of professionalism and commitment to ensure her customers are 100% satisfied with their purchases. She continues to attract a steady stream of loyal customers due to the outstanding inventory of jewelry selections. Her positive attitude, patience and superb ability to communicate with customers shopping needs is greatly appreciated. Her outstanding customer service reflects great credit upon herself and the Jerry's Occoquan Jewelers Store establishment. Thank you Brenda for your outstanding customer service assistance. I will recommend the Occoquan Jewelers Store to all my professional networks and contacts in the Washington, DC, Virginia and Maryland areas and with visitors Nation-wide. Thank you again for your superb assistance! Portia Boggia Davidson, (Retired Federal Government serving 36 years in Europe, Pacific and American Regions)

We have had our three children attend Ms. McCurdy's Clariphone Studios for several years now and…read morecould not be more happy with the results. Our kids are now 6, 7 and 10 and have a real appreciation for Piano and have gained an invaluable skill set they will use all their lives.