We have been so fortunate to have Susanne Lee as our daughter's piano teacher for almost nine…read moreyears! I don't normally write reviews, but after nearly a decade of lessons, I can honestly say she has been such a wonderful part of our daughter's life. She has a great sense for choosing music that is enjoyable while still challenging our daughter and helping her grow. I especially appreciate how she knows when to encourage her to move forward and when not to push too hard. She has helped our daughter build her skills and confidence without ever making piano feel stressful or overwhelming. Most importantly, she is kind, patient, and genuinely cares about our daughter. It's clear how much she loves her students, and my daughter absolutely loves her in return. We are so grateful for the years of encouragement, patience, and care she has given our daughter and for the role she has played in her musical journey.

Miss Susanne at OC Music Center is an outstanding piano…read moreteacher for kids and adults, beginners through advanced. She's been teaching in Orange County since 1982 and really knows how to keep students motivated without being pushy. My family has seen kids who used to fight practice start looking forward to lessons, and adults who thought they were "too late" actually progress. Clear instruction, good musicianship, and she does in-home lessons which is a huge plus. Highly recommend for anyone in RSM / South OC.

I needed an instrument rental for my son and Betrand's was recommended to me by a friend. It was…read moresuch an easy and stress-free process. Just choose the instrument, the condition, and size if applicable. Add insurance to make things worry free, sign the contract, and you are done. If you go directly to Betrand's (not by link), they have a great deal where you can rent for 9 months and get 1 month free. That's enough for the school year. The instruments they rent out are the real deal. Not the cheap imitations you see on Amazon. A couple of days later, I get a call from Kira letting me know my rental is processed and ready to be picked up. The location is convenient and has ample parking. We get to the store and see that they are very well organized and knowledgeable. I may have paid a bit more per month than going through IPSF but it's 100% worth it. IPSF is a waste of time and they are not organized. What IPSF does is have you keep checking with them over and over again. Like others have mentioned, Bertrand's is a breath of fresh air. Pro-Tip: Don't use the link provided by IPSF. Deal directly with Bertrand's. There is zero hook up with the IPSF link.

In a day and age where customer service feels all but lost, this place just renewed my faith in the…read morecustomer service experience. Graham was so helpful today with my litany of questions and inquiries and went above and beyond the call of duty to help us find an obscure, hard-to-find instrument. Thanks Graham! It was a pleasure meeting you.

My 3 kids have been at various School of Rock locations, and our best experience has been here at…read moreRancho. From the instructors to the facility and the management/ownership, this School of Rock is truly invested in both you and your child's musical education. And beyond that, they are good people who treat you like more than a tuition fee. We look forward to many more years with them!

Not beginner friendly. My experience here was not good. If it weren't for Charlotte, I would have…read moregiven this place 1 star. I would say this place is more for those with experience since you are pressured to perform. I am sure all the 5 star reviewers have had lessons before coming here. I started coming here in early October and left 3 weeks later. When I came, we had to perform within 2 months. We were all expected to know 4 songs within 3 lessons (6 hours, since each lesson lasts 2 hours). I can't learn how to have long conversations in a different language in this small amount of time. I did not care for Todd's teaching methods. I could not bear to see how he was talking to another student who I will call S for privacy reasons. I felt pretty bad for S. Like, I do agree that his performance was average, but you need more time to learn than just 2 months! He was also making things seem like a serious problem, which can easily crush dreams. I felt like I was auditioning for AGT or something. The ear buds they give you did not look like they get cleaned at all (as another reviewer said), which disgusted me, so I decided to use their huge headphones instead. They have a variety of colors and designs, but they only have one size. They do not look like they are for kids. I saw this little 4-year-old girl wearing those headphones with the unicorn pattern, and the ear protection part was below her ears, which is dangerous. The one positive thing was my private lessons with Charlotte. I enjoyed them more than being with the group and Todd. I would speak highly of her with my parents. She was very understanding of my feelings. I'm sad I cannot come for lessons with her, but I am also now taking voice lessons at a different place.

We rented out a viola for elementary school music class. We paid a monthly rental fee…read more The viola we received was like new. We were so impressed with the service, the product and the pricing. Dropping off at the end of the school year was easy peasy and all the staff were chatting with us and so friendly. Highly recommend if you're unable to get your hands on an instrument at the school.

I recently visited Irvine Art and Music to select a new GS Mini-e Mahogany, and I couldn't be more…read moregrateful for the assistance from Gabriel. His help was incredibly valuable and made the experience both enjoyable and stress-free. Gabriel was patient and knowledgeable, introducing me to several options and allowing me to hear and understand the subtle differences in each guitar. He didn't rush the process and ensured that every choice was tailored to my desired style and size. The GS Mini-e Mahogany turned out to be the perfect fit for my emotional storytelling music. Thank you, Gabriel, for your excellent service and for making this a memorable experience!

I've been coming to Laguna Hills Music since I first started playing guitar about 16 years ago, and…read morethey're still just as great today. John, the owner, did an amazing job setting up my Taylor 324ce Blacktop acoustic. The string height was too high, and he clearly explained what adjustments he would make to improve the playability. He contacted me quickly after I dropped it off to let me know the setup was complete, and the difference is incredible. My guitar plays better than ever. Highly recommend. 10/10.

Excellent instructors and great music shop. Owners is very professional. And will tune…read moreinstruments you buy from them. A++

Why is this saxophone even allowed to be rented out? We are paying almost $50 a month and this is…read morewhat was given to us. WTH!

My son (7yr) been taking drum lessons with Mr. Corey for the last 2 years. My little one (5) is…read morealso taking lessons now with him, as well as my husband. He is wonderful and know how to keep kids interested and motivated wanting to come back. Everyone at the studio is very professional. Love this place

Phoenix Feather is the best choice I could have made musically for my 2 kids…read more Originally when my oldest was 6, I started her in private piano lessons. It was so boring for her. My piano repair man recommended Phoenix Feather and while it was farther than I was currently driving, I tried it because the school has been open for so many years. The group lesson is amazing! Both of my kids were so much more engaged in a group lesson, they see other kids' triumphs and struggles and they want to keep up with course. Ms. K is really energetic and engaging with the kids. It is a rigorous class but Ms. K has SO MANY TOOLS on her website to help your student thru any difficulty. The parent does not need to be a piano player for your child to succeed in this class. I'm forever grateful for this program.

They are great I enjoy . Mrs K = Great teacher I am very happy thank you to all the staff that work…read moreso hard and do a great job

***Highly recommend Mr.Felix**** We started with We Play…read moreMusic and Mr. Felix last year, and he has been the best piano teacher for our son. He is very kind and patient, and our son always looks forward to his piano classes. He helped our son complete two RCM levels, and we're so grateful for his guidance. Mr. Felix listens to the kids, encourages them to be creative, and teaches them based on their interests. At the same time, he gives them a gentle push when needed to keep them motivated and on track with their RCM goals. He is also great at keeping parents updated, with clear communication, planning, and instructions, so we always know what to expect. We honestly couldn't have asked for a better piano teacher for our son. Also, the front desk staff are amazing! They are always friendly, helpful, and welcoming. We highly recommend We Play Music to anyone looking for a great music school.

**Highly Recommend Mr. Joseph!** Mr. Joseph is an incredible…read moredrum coach! He has been teaching my son for more than 3 years now, and the progress has been amazing. My son absolutely looks up to him as the "GOAT" and has started taking his drumming so much more seriously because of his mentorship. What makes Mr. Joseph truly stand out is how exceptionally well he prepares students for the big stages. Whether it's practicing for individual recitals or keeping up with the intense precision needed for drumline, his teaching style is spot-on. He knows exactly how to motivate kids, build their confidence, and teach excellent technique. We are so grateful for his dedication over the years!

Christy is amazing with kids and piano, she helps/ lets them pick their own music to motivate them,…read moreshe brought our daughter back from to tears to loving to play again. We couldn't be happier with her as an instructor or a person! She's the best thing to happen to piano lessons!

I decided to take up piano just recently, having never played an instrument or learned to read…read moremusic. Along came Christy with her passion for piano, for music and for teaching. She figured out what makes me tick and within a few short months I was reading music and playing the basics. I look forward to my lessons because they are fun and challenging and I walk away feeling like I accomplished something. Christy is truly the best at what she does!

My guitar skills have definitely improved. Glenn is professional, patient and respectful. He is…read moreopen to teaching what you want to learn. For me, it was the classical style and lullabies for my new baby. Five stars!

At my age in my early 50, and not knowing anything about guitar! Glenn have showed me how to read…read moremusic sheets, how to hold the guitar and more importantly how to play the classical pieces. He is very knowledgeable in all genres and patient with his students I highly recommend him.