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!

Joe is an excellent teacher with a positive, upbeat personality. My son loves going to piano…read morelessons with him.

Joe isn't just a proficient musician, he's also a wonderful teacher. He has great empathy and…read moreunderstands people's unique ways of learning. He's friendly, professional, and provides excellent customer service.

This review is specifically for Sarah - the Violin, Flute, and Piano teacher. She is fantastic! Our…read moredaughter has been working with Sarah on the piano for over a year now... and her skills have definitely improved with Sarah's expert guidance. Sarah's approach is very fun and inviting. You or your child will very much enjoy your time learning to read music and play one of these three instruments from Sarah. Sarah is a self-described Music "nerd", and her passion for music is contagious. You'll thank me later. Sarah is the best. Text her directly at 440-935-4599 to secure one of her spots afterschool on Mondays and Wednesdays. Special arrangements maybe available for Thursdays and the occasional Sunday... since Sarah performs professionally outside and only teaches part-time. Cheers!

Ty Hurless has taught my son for about six months now, shepherding him patiently as he learns…read more electric guitar. My son loves it, and it's all due to Ty. He's a master teacher with a real gift for seeing asset in every student. He also takes kids seriously -- no question is too silly, no comment dismissed. I feel so lucky we found him!! Ty also sings lead in The Damn Torpedoes, a Tom Petty Tribute band. My son feels like he's famous every week, learning from Ty. And once he saw his teacher play live, he was hooked. Ty and Red Leaf are true South Austin gems!!

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.

Cute store, friendly staff, lots of gadgets to choose from for that great souvenir, gift or…read morepersonal purchase. Centrally located on Congress Ave, can't miss it while on your way to some of the local landmarks happening around town. Need a guitar? They got you!

This is a MUST SEE in Austin. Shopped here upon our arrival to Austin. Brought our group back…read moreanother time, to visit Louis the resident kitty and to shop some more!!

In a sea of guitar players and teachers, Jake is superlative. Jake has an effortless style of…read moreteaching and can provide detailed instruction or laid back generalized teaching - he tailors each lesson to you, your wants and needs. Need a song transcribed? Got it. Need in-depth music theory? Yup, that too. How about a vague "Can I play like so-and-so?" lesson, yes!

I've been taking guitar lessons with Jake for over a year now. Very chill teaching style and always…read morewilling to accommodate my crazy schedule. I started lessons knowing only a few basic chords I'd taught myself from YouTube, and now I can play barre chords, songs with fingerpicking, and have learned lead improv patterns. Jake lets me choose the songs I want to learn each week and can write them out or simplify them for me within minutes. He always offers a good balance of positive feedback and constructive criticism/creative ways to improve my playing. Really cool guy and you can tell he loves what he does.

She is amazing. She is always smiling and encouraging. I loved working with her and she has…read moretaught me so much. I recommend her for breathing exercises as well as any preparation you may need to performing! I used others and but I have gone back to Larisa.

From the owner: I believe in an inclusive approach that supports singers as they grow, without sacrificing the…read morequality of instruction.  All healthy singing can be traced back to some basic skills - no matter what style of music is being sung.  I teach all skill levels and just about every style of singing.  I have taught at the university level, high school, middle school and elementary levels.