I was very impressed with their service when bringing in my violin which needed adjustments on the…read morebridge. The work was completed quickly and it made a huge difference in the playability and sound of the violin. They also took the time to go over what work had been done and what I can do to make sure the bridge stays in proper alignment.

We have rented my son's cello for the last 6 years. The staff is top notch! Very knowledgeable and…read morecustomer focused. Highly recommend for rentals and purchase!

The best in the business for rehairs. great luthiers are hard to find. He even lent us a bow to…read moreborrow in the meantime.

Mr. Parshenov did a remarkable job repairing my viola - he really knows his instruments. When I…read moreupgrade I certainly will purchase from him.

Ridgefield's Blue Bus music is a treasure. Owners Patrick and Sana are warm, welcoming, and…read moregenerous. They are passionate about music and sharing their enthusiasm. I've been taking guitar lessons for several weeks and am thoroughly delighted. Highly recommended!

Such an amazing store! The owners are always a pleasure to deal with and the teachers are amazing…read more Helping, kind and knowledgable! Our family sees Matt for lessons and he is patient and extremely knowledgable in what seems to be every instrument he teaches. So glad we come to this established business!

I didn't know what to do with my flute that was not quite right. They gave me good and thoughtful…read moreand advice that helped me make the decision to forego fixing it and purchasing another one for the amount it would have cost to fix it. They were friendly and helpful.

A wonderful little shop that cares about music! Definitely a…read morehome-town vibe going on there. Excellent and knowledgeable staff!

Great job on improving the playability of a SIGMA MARTIN D-41 ACOUSTIC GUITAR that I bought used…read morefrom another seller. I was very pleased with the service, that I also brought in an electric guitar for attention as well to the neck, set-up and re-stringing. Will be back again to get a look at all of the gear they have at Packham too.

Total professional! Great repair!! Does lessons!!! They sell, they teach, they fix!!!read more

If you are an adult looking to start or pick up those music lessons you left off years (or…read moredecades....) ago, I recommend Scott highly. He was my son's private drum teacher for about a year before I asked him if he'd be willing to take me on as a student. I had played the violin for many years, but was always interested in trying piano. I could tell from my son's lessons that Scott was patient, nonjudgmental and easy to be around - all qualities that appealed to the adult student in me. Scott was happy to add me to his student roster and I've been with him for almost three years, first as a piano student and now also on guitar. Scott is a truly excellent teacher, for both kids and adults. With my teenaged son Nick, who takes both drum and bass guitar lessons, Scott combines attention to the basics (scales, basic drum rhythms on a drum pad) with a willingness to follow Nick's interest in learning particular songs or beats. It's no surprise to me to hear Nick practice things like "Fly By Night" or "Tom Sawyer" by Rush, because they are cool pieces for a kid to have fun with after he learns them. But what really impresses me is that somehow Scott has gotten him to understand the value of starting a practice session with basic rudiments and warm-ups - the kinds of exercises anyone, especially a teenager, might be tempted to skip to get to the "fun stuff." So I'll hear Nick tapping away on the drum pad for 15 minutes before he even starts practicing a song. That's pretty great when a teacher can convince a teenager to do repetitive exercises on an instrument on his own initiative. No need for me to yell downstairs, "practice your scales!" It's already happening. With me, Scott is fantastic at teaching the rudiments of theory but also totally open to helping me learn any song I'd like. Since I started with him a few years ago, he's worked with me on songs as diverse as Billy Joel's "Just The Way You Are" to "Color my World" by Chicago to Miles Davis' "So What." I'm always seriously impressed that Scott can listen to any song and write it out musically in a way that I can read, and, with some self-discipline, eventually play! And he's totally cool about it when I admit that I've dropped the ball on practicing because my schedule has been really busy. His patience and flexibility are most welcome to the adult learner. In addition to being our private teacher, Scott has also served as musical arranger and director for a few extended family holiday concerts. He's created super user- friendly arrangements of holiday classics for diverse instruments (violin, drums, bass, piano, trumpet) and ages (5 to 55 years), and has even conducted rehearsals for all the amateur musicians involved. It's been a pleasure for our family to benefit so much from Scott's diverse talents and his enthusiasm for taking on different musical projects for us. I recommend him highly as a teacher, musical director, or arranger.

Scott is a true professional. Really knows his stuff and is patient with my husband who is a…read morebeginner with guitar. He has gone above and beyond a few times now for us in the few weeks we have known him. He is is everything we hoped for and more in an instructor. A real joy! (All this after the first 2 instructors we tried to hire from another site just didn't show up and did not bother to tell us! I guess three really is a charm!)

I had a great experience with Chris and crew. Very friendly and knowledgeable. They performed…read moreset-ups on a Gibson Les Paul and Taylor acoustic that needed a neck reset. I didn't realize how much an expert set-up improved the payability and sound. I am excited to play again! Highly recommend.

What a marvelous experience! I took my old Takamine dreadnaught to Chris after it had sat around…read moreunused for a long period of time due to a nasty buzz on the high E string. A different luthier had tried to correct it, but probably did more damage than good. Chris and company swiftly and correctly diagnosed a number of problems and fixed them all. The guitar, of great sentimental and professional value to me, came back in better shape than it had ever been. The quality of the work is unmatched, and the rapid turn around time was startling. This is a top-notch outfit, and really personable to boot. Hod Rod 6 Strings is my one and only shop for all things guitar from now on.

I found the administration to be professional and courteous, the lesson space to be clean, and the…read moreinstructors to be conscientious. The the introductory violin lesson I took was terrific! Thank you Long Ridge!

Long Ridge Music Center is the perfect facility for aspiring musicians, of any age, to begin…read morelearning instruments, or further their existing music journey! The facility is beautiful. Divided into a school, as well as a magnificent, 2 story, piano showroom, where their pianos gleam in the light, Long Ridge Music Center delivers a breath of fresh music the moment you step into the lobby. The gentle twinkle of piano playing fills the air like a fresh baked apple pie as it seeps from the classrooms. You're greeted by a friendly and fun staff at the front desk. Their expertise will ensure that all of your inquiries are handled with care and attentiveness. The owners, Rebecca and Ori, are a treat to work with! Their passion for music, their knowledge of their product, and the way they run their company is nothing short of remarkable. They clearly take pride in their business and handle students, parents and clients with such care, you feel as though you're being welcomed into their own home. The instructors are masters in their craft. All have years of study and performance under their belts. Their passion for music, and the desire to pass their knowledge unto others truly shines in their pleasant demeanors and more importantly, the results of their students. These are the people who "don't work a day in their lives" because they love what they do day after day! If taking music classes, learning an instrument, or purchasing a beautiful new piano is what you need, look no further than Long Ridge Music Center.