Both of our boys took piano here for several years and loved it! It's a family run business that…read moreprovides super cool instructors who give 1 on 1 attention to the students. They do periodic recitals that are lots of fun and my kids both LOVED the summer Rock Camp program which culminated in a performance at the Broken Spoke! Very Cool!!

I am currently a student here, and I love it! The teachers here are very helpful, and our recitals…read moreare really fun! Every summer we have a school event called "Rock Camp". It's where we form a band, write songs, and preform at the Broken Spoke in Austin. This is definitely a place for young musicians looking to be big musicians!

Neat small guitar shop with a nice dog that roams the place…read more The stock is mostly classic and vintage guitars and amps. No Vs in sight though.

Great variety of guitars packed neatly into a compact space with a unique atmosphere. Lots to…read morechoose from with a full range of prices. I was enjoying the art and memorabilia all over the walls while my husband tried out various instruments. Glad we stopped in while traveling through Austin. Friendly employees who were attentive, no-pressure and ready to help. Shop dogs were a total bonus!

Amazing boutique music store. MCG has one of the best collection of pedals in Austin. Great gear…read moreand instruments that they don't keep behind a counter or glass cases, so you can pickup and play that '73 Fender Jazz Bass without pressure. Plenty of new gear and a great selection of unique used gear and pedals!

This shop is by far the best in Austin. Great selection and Cade was super friendly and helpful.read more

We had a great experience here. The groups are always less than ten and the teachers are not only…read morecompassionate and good with kids but also highly talented musicians who are actively playing in Austin-area bands. Our daughter played piano her first semester, which ended with a live performance of three songs at the Saxon Pub, presenting to over 100. The next semester she switched to vocals, with a live performance at the Far Out Lounge with her super fun band buddies. The students and teachers take the lessons very seriously but also have a lot of fun. There is one on one instruction blended with small-group instruction. I would say that the instructions provided for instruments (guitar, bass, drums, piano) are a little stronger than the instructions provided for vocals. But no private/one-on-one instructor can provide the super fun, motivating experience of playing in front of a large audience in an iconic Austin venue. That's what makes School of Rock so special for its students.

My kids had summer camp at this location, and are signing up for private classes. The staff we…read moreencountered have been friendly and helpful. The teachers are cool and energetic, and my kids walk away excited to keep learning.

Steve is an excellent teacher & musician. He has a wide breadth of knowledge, both practically and…read moretheoretically. His lessons are a great value relative to the quality of instruction you receive. I have made great progress in my playing throughout our lessons and would highly recommend him to anyone. Just ask him to rip it up and you will be in awe, feel inspired, and probably realize how far you have to go! Particularly helpful is his willingness to tailor learning pathways to your specific goals and tie in your favorite musicians and styles while also exposing you to cool, obscure, and interesting artists and genres. As a bonus, he will give you that good guitar wisdom, funny anecdotes, and show you that the instrument is a life-long passion project that requires curiosity about yourself and the world around you. Pretty helpful stuff!

I've been playing guitar for ten years on and off, taking lessons from multiple instructors…read more However, my experience with Steve has been the most transformative. In just a year, I've felt the most improvement and confidence in my ability to move around my entire guitar neck and understand chord shapes, smaller shaped triads and basic soloing. Steve's approach is refreshing; he provides structured worksheets and theory concepts while allowing students to choose their own musical adventure. While I have been able to work on learning fun pop songs and songwriting under his wing, he still inserts mini lessons including bossy nova, travis picking, CAGED, and has introduced me to listening closer to prominent guitarists in jazz and pop history to perfect my sound. As a person who gets nervous to play and overwhelmed, I've never felt pressured during practice sessions to have prepared more. Steve always has a wide knowledge of concepts to talk about so I recommend staying consistent with lessons to see the most growth. Finally, Steve's background in music theory is evident in his teaching style as he's even helped me delve into songwriting and production techniques. His expertise extends beyond the fretboard, making him a well-rounded mentor for aspiring musicians. If you're seeking a guitar teacher who fosters growth, creativity, and a love for music, look no further than Steve. He's a true gem in the world of music education.

I have known Bruce Wayne-Hamm for over 46 years and from the first day we met, I know him to be the…read moreultimate percussionist and complete music professional who has devoted his life to performance and education.. Sincerely, Gary Smith Institutional Sales Specialist Alamo Music 210-538-9421

A Wonderful opportunity, right here in San Marcos, to choose from a HUGE variety of instruments and…read morelearn from some of the coolest teachers! I highly recommend this Music School!

I have taken multiple guitars for setups an am very happy with the work. Recommend Aaron Smiley to…read morework on your guitars.

I was disappointed that Strait Music moved to Westlake, since their old location was so much closer…read moreto me, but my guitar needed repair and these guys have helped me before. New location is very nice! The technician repaired my guitar while I ran to nearby Trader Joe's. I hated the drive back home, but I'm really pleased with their service and prices. I'll be back.

This place was amazing, super accommodating of my group coming in to play all sorts of instruments…read moremostly while killing time between work events. They were so chill and welcoming that we bought t-shirts so we felt better about wasting their time without buying anything expensive. I'll probably come back next time I'm in town and buy that Acoustic Bass I've been jonesing for ever since my visit.

I heard from a source they were the go-to for acoustic guitar work. I brought in my Martin for a…read moresetup, and now it plays better than ever. The entire process was a delight, from the guys working behind the counter to Ben who actually did the work. Ben called me to ask about my preference and playing style, and he took the time to listen to me to make sure we were on the same page. Also while ringing me up, the guy behind the counter was nice enough to let me play his personal Martin that happened to be there. If you've ever gone in the store, you know it's not your typical music shop. I wouldn't want it any other way. Keep it up!

DO NOT take your instrument here for setups…read more I visited Musicians Woodshed last week and initially spoke with one of the guitar techs, Jett Boyd, who was polite and professional. We discussed my bass guitar and the possibility that some frets might need adjustment. When I returned the following week after noticing some fret buzz, I spoke with Miles Manglos. I explained that I prefer a very straight neck with low action and that I was not interested in adding more relief to the neck. Because of that, the logical solution would have been to address the fret work. Instead, he suggested doing a setup that would involve adding relief and raising the action--the exact opposite of what I had just explained I wanted. When I asked whether that meant adding neck relief and how that would affect the current setup, he couldn't clearly explain it. I also mentioned that at a different shop in another city, a tech had previously performed a setup even though I specifically asked him not to and only wanted the jack repaired. I brought this up simply to explain why I was trying to be very clear about the work I wanted done. Instead of addressing the issue professionally, Miles abruptly declined to work on the instrument and told me to leave. He was dismissive and repeatedly said he didn't understand what I was saying. A competent guitar tech or luthier should be able to translate what a musician is describing and communicate clearly about the work being recommended. If a shop cannot or does not want to perform a certain service, that's fine--but it should be handled respectfully and professionally. Unfortunately, this interaction came across as pretentious and unhelpful, and it left a very negative impression of the shop.

Miles and Alex were awesome to talk with. Super friendly and knowledgeable. I will definitely be…read moreback.