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!

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.

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.

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!!

Keenan is an amazing teacher, incredibly skilled at both the pedagogy of teaching and the music…read moreitself. He is a pleasure to deal with, and my daughter has finally started to practice and progress with her guitar.

I've had a few guitar teachers in the past, but none like Keenan. He's that rare blend of…read moreexperienced musician, technical master across all genres of music, a great person and a skilled teacher. I get the sense he would be a great teacher no matter the subject. He's extremely patient and finds the right ways to communicate a concept...and he's fun to hang with. If you go there, he's got great stories of some of the amazing musicians he's met in his career and some good stories about his own life on the road, touring with top musicians. My 6 and 9-year-old kids have also taken lessons from him and are getting more and more into it because of Keenan. He's the man.

All it took was one lesson for me to know that this guy has it together. He is a pro and he teaches…read moreguitar in a fun way that will give you plenty to do but not too much to absorb. I am totally sold on this approach and plan on sticking with it. He made a believer out of me!!

Mark is wonderful. He's a great teacher and a really good guy. My 10 year old LOVES his lessons…read morewith Mark.

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.

It's a shame I'm only limited to five stars! I have nothing but good things to say about the Austin…read moreSchool of Music. This is where I got started as a musician years ago, and half a decade of bass guitar, vocal, music theory, and music production instruction really made a mark on me as a player and person. The school is well staffed with friendly and knowledgeable professionals who have been helpful in all the styles I've over the years, from rock to classical to metal to jazz to funk. The fondest memories I have of my adolescence were at their summer camp program, Rock Camp USA, forming bands, writing, recording and performing. The friends I made there continue to play with me to this day in the professional music world, as well as the instructors and teachers when I'm lucky! This school had no small part in preparing me for music school and a music career. As for now, I study music business and jazz bass at UT Austin and continue to gig and record around Austin as an in-demand bass player. No matter how far up I move though, I never forget Dave Sebree (owner) and the rest of my friends at ASM that got me started.

I've been taking lessons with Chris Bennett and David Spann at Austin School of Music for about 13…read moreyears, and I have to say this school has been one of the most important places in my life, not only as a musician, but as a person. The atmosphere, quality of education, and opportunities that can be found here are unparalleled! If you're looking to learn an instrument in Austin, there's really no other place to go if you ask me :)

I was excited to finally get a grand piano for my studio, but the finishing touch was having Blake…read moreat DFQ service and tune the instrument. Now, the piano plays wonderfully and, most importantly, my clients are pleased with the results. Very professional and prompt, Blake was a dream to work with. I will definitely be calling him back when it's time to retune!

Fellow musicians, be careful using this service:…read more Through our initial communication, Blake iterated his schedule is very flexible, but he cancelled our appointment last minute because he needed to "go on a trip". I waited for a week, after he came back I made another appointment with him, and he cancelled again at the last minute due to "some other emergency".. I asked him to give me a schedule when he is definitely available at which point his attitude become hostile and attacking. He sent me an article and insulted me, called me "cheap". I could not believe his behavior especially after he cancelled two schedules with me. I reported him to the piano technicians guild, it turns out he is not even affiliated with PTG as he claims on his website that he is. I wouldn't do business with someone who is rude and a liar even if they are the best piano technicians in the world.