Ed and the team at Bongo Boy are the best! Simply THE place to go in Indy for drum lessons!read more

We were invited to a birthday party at Bongo Boy, and boy did we have some bongo fun. I've been to…read moremany kid birthday parties at many different venues, and Bongo Boy impressed me because everything was so well organized. From start to finish, the birthday party went really well, all the kids had a great time, and you could tell that the staff at Bongo Boy had done this before and they were in charge of the situation. From the perspective of a guest, the party was super relaxed and fun for everyone. They started with some balloon play, which consisted of just putting some balloons out, turning on some music and letting the kids go at them. Honestly, you could probably just set kids up in a bare room with balloons and they would have a good time for an hour, but then it was time to play with some simple percussion instruments. The kids played with those for a while, and then we took a break and ate food and cake. Afterward, we got into a circle and beat on the bongos! We banged on the bongos for a good while, and it makes a lot of noise, so just be aware of that if you have kids who might be sensitive to noise. (My kids had to take a break after a while because it got too stimulating for them.) The birthday party ended with some more balloon play, and everyone left smiling. Bingo Boy does family music time / family drum circles every Saturday at 9:30 a.m., as of this writing. For a small fee, your family can spend the morning making music together. Pretty awesome!

I didn't actually buy anything, but the staff was very friendly!…read moreThere was a variety of instruments and it was all organized neatly. I also love how there are practice/lesson rooms

Been to Arthur's a number of times with my husband. I always appreciated the bench right inside the…read moredoor when I could sit and read or crochet. This time, however, I was the customer looking to purchase my first ukulele. Emily took all the time in the world with me, answering my 300 questions. I could not have dreamed up a better experience. Thank you

A Place Where Music Comes to Life!…read more Our family has been part of the Bach to Rock community for years--since our kids were toddlers--and we can confidently say this music school is nothing short of exceptional! From the moment we first walked in, we were met with warmth, energy, and a true passion for music education. The instructors are not only incredibly talented musicians, but they also have a rare gift for connecting with kids at every age and stage. They know how to nurture creativity, build confidence, and make learning music genuinely fun. Over the years, our children have grown from curious little learners into confident young performers. They've explored everything from early childhood classes to private lessons, band programs, and live performances--all guided by caring, enthusiastic teachers who inspire them every step of the way. What sets Bach to Rock apart is their balance of structure and creativity. They teach solid music theory and technique, but also give kids the freedom to explore their own musical tastes--whether it's classical piano, rock guitar, or anything in between. The community here is vibrant and inclusive. The performance opportunities, recitals, and themed events make it feel like more than just a music school--it's a second home where our kids are encouraged to express themselves and shine. We're so grateful to have found Bach to Rock and can't recommend it highly enough. If you want your child to grow up loving music and learning in a joyful, inspiring environment, this is the place!

My daughters started taking lessons 2 years ago at Bach to Rock. At first, it was a good…read moreexperience. We were a bit discouraged with the young group piano class as during the down time in the class our daughter was instructed to color. While our youngest did not continue her interest in piano, even after switching to private lessons, our oldest daughter continued with drum lessons. At first, it was great, she really enjoyed it. Frustrating at times that the teacher she worked with for her private lessons kept changing or the teacher would leave. But we didn't say anything and went with the flow. Last summer she was ecstatic to be invited to an all girl "rock band." After members continued to leave and a few others joined, our daughter's voice continued to not be listened to. She felt ignored by the teacher, the teacher wouldn't consider her song requests - even though she was willing to compromise. The teacher much preferred the young group of girls play club like music (that's mostly electronic) instead of music more appropriate for a band to play. She missed rehearsal to visit an immediate family member in the hospital - only to come to the next rehearsal to learn song choices for the next performance were made without her and she was told she couldn't listen to the song before practicing and told to just try and keep up. When trying to talk with the owner about our concerns. We were told she'd look into alternative options. Only then to receive an email that she's been kicked out of the band and suddenly her private teacher was no longer going to be available for lessons - when she had a lesson literally the day before and he had great things to say as well as "see you next week!" It was clear to us we were getting pushed out. We tried to talk with the owner over the phone to discuss what happened but she refused and only wanted to email. It's disappointing as our daughter loves music and it was made clear to us that Bach to Rock is a safe and fun learning environment for children. It clearly wasn't for our daughter as she felt ostracized and instead of stepping in to ensure she felt welcomed, they kicked her out. Our daughter is quiet kid who never once misbehaved and was incredibly hurt feeling like she was treated like this by adults she looked up to and trusted.

Wonderful, beautiful, will help you reach your goals to sing correctly…read more Very experienced, helpful ! Love you Kathy Kilgo!

My first visit. It had been recommended to me. I left my bow to be re-haired. They put my strings…read moreon for me, asked me questions (e.g. do I struggle turning pegs for tuning..yes), so he replaced my tail piece and added fine tuners. I had already purchased quality strings but didn't trust myself to put them on. They will call when my bow is done (they only use quality horse hair). When leaving they thanked me for trusting them. While waiting I checked out the available music and practice books (I have plenty to keep me busy), as well as violins for sale, ranging if I recall from $1,000 to $17,000 if I recall. I forgot to take photos.

Alex is a gifted violinist, teacher, violin maker, and merchant. Honest. Intelligent. Recommend…read morehighly!

From what I could tell a great nice locally owned music store. You will need a gps to get there is…read moreyou don't know the Pittsboro area. Had a nice selection of string instruments including ukeles. I asked about ordering one for my daughter for a present. They most likely can assist you with any instrument needs you have at very reasonable prices. I am getting my sons trumpet serviced and cleaned for $35. I would highly recommend them for your music needs on the west side of town. Also just to update got the instrument back from repairs in two days it looks great and sounds amazing. It sounds so much better than the rental instrument my son had from school.

Wonderful quality violins both to rent and own! The owner is a lovely man to work with and very…read moreknowledgeable. I been to other violin shops and non compare to this sweet and charming little violin shop. I highly recommend Knapp music if you are training a future professional violinist. It's essential to get a excellent violin to start that journey, Knapp music is your perfect start.

Shout out to Village Music in Zionsville!…read more A little more than a year ago K Ryan Blattner took on the dubious assignment of teaching me to play guitar. I came in cold with no background - just a middle aged dude with a goal to play an instrument. Bucket list. Needless to say, I was a charity case - lol. Like all of us, I also keep an overwhelming adult schedule - kids, job, and so on. Ryan's patience and ease each week offered me a 30 minute break from those real world commitments. And I'm proud to say I've learned to read music, strum a couple dozen chords, and even tackle a few songs - amazing. His family owned business nestled off of 421 puts the customer first. It's a great place for lessons, repair, and a variety of instruments at a fair price. Call to action: Get interested in music! Visit Ryan and his team, sign up for a no hassle lesson today. Click share and support local

Came in with a guitar problem and they fixed it up free of charge. Can't recommend this place…read moreenough.

Mixed experiences here. I've bought a couple of guitars and amps from them now. Their prices tend…read moreto be reasonable. Customer Service is a mixed bag, though. As mentioned, the owner's a little quirky. I think he means well, but doesn't know as much about guitars as he'd like. And he gets pretty defensive if he's not the one in the know on something. That's not the end of the world. But it's an odd experience in an exclusively USED instrument store. Because those of us who have been playing and collecting for decades are going to come in and occasionally have a little more knowledge on something obscure they've got in, etc. If someone with gray hair who knows how to disassemble and review an instrument comes in, it behooves you to trust that he understands it. They stand by their own intake inspection to a fault. If you find something they missed on their intake inspection--even if it's glaring like the guitar doesn't make sound when plugged in--then you've got an uphill battle to prove your case even if you haven't left the store with the instrument yet. If you're looking for a deal on something generic, I think this place will get you through alright. If you're collecting, then this place is probably going to weird you out a little.