Soundscape Music Studios

I have taken a guitar lessons else where and nearly gave up…read more Luckily I found Newport Guitar & Music. Kim is an amazing teacher and it is my honor to work with him. He is patient, he listens, he understands and then delivers in his instruction. Even though I do not live in the area, I am still willing to travel to see him every week because of his expertise and positive energy. When you find a good teacher in any field it is certainly worth making an effort for oneself. Thank Kim for being you.

Kim the owner is a quality human being and a pleasure to talk with . If you need equipment or…read morelessons give him a try you won't be disappointed.

Girl playing guitar

Kim Andrews owner

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The Inside Voice

5.0(27 reviews)

3.7 km

Locally owned & operated

15 years in business

I can't say enough how much our family loves Ms. Mairead! My son started classes over five years…read moreago and he is still so passionate about singing thanks to his extraordinary very talented teacher Mairead! She is a gem, Mairead connected with my son right away and helped to develop his skills while singing songs that he loves!

I've been coming here for over a year for vocal lessons. Maddie is fun and easy going. I enjoy…read moreparticipating in recitals with opportunities to sing with a live band, and we get to hear other student talents. I come here for fun and plan to continue coming.

Our Christmas Concert at Oakridge Private School.

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Dexter Music

4.4(7 reviews)

2.3 km

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I don't have enough words to say how much I appreciate the wonderful piano instructor Ms. Linda…read moreSparks of the Dexter Music School! I am an adult learner of piano and her patience and kindness and generosity of time really made, and continues to make, the process enjoyable and fun! I was so anxious and nervous to come back to the piano after years of not playing and she is just the perfect teacher. She has different methods: the traditional method and a more modern method if you want to start learning piano pieces faster. So she has different options for different types of learners. I treasure the fact that I was able to start piano lessons again under her guidance. I do not hesitate to recommend her to adult learners. Give it a try, adult learners of SoCal! Piano playing relaxes the mind and gives such peace as a wonderful outlet after a long work day.

We have been having Isaac helping our daughter for a few weeks now learn the guitar and he's great…read more VERY excited to see the growth she's already showing. What a fun time she's having learning a new instrument with a great teacher!!

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McCormick Music Lessons

5.0(113 reviews)

5.9 km

Available by appointment

Free parking

I discovered McCormick a year ago when I found a beginner's open jam session on Meetup. At that…read moretime I had been learning bass for about 5 years on my own through YouTube tutorials and tabs. It used to take me several weeks just to learn one whole song at tempo. Improvisation skills were at zero. Plus, I didn't know anyone else who played an instrument, so I wasn't making much progress. The two times I had previously attempted joining a random open jam, I was completely lost and frustrated. But then I attended that first McCormick jam session... What I love about the open jams is that it's run by an instructor, so they'll often suggest easier songs and run through the chords on a whiteboard before starting. The people that attend are welcoming and friendly for all skill levels, and it's nice to see the same faces come back each month. Beginner/intermediate players get a chance to play along to easier songs, but there's also a chance for more advanced players to improvise and solo. I wound up having so much fun that first time, that I signed up for private lessons the week after, and have been going to the monthly jam sessions ever since. If you take private lessons, you can also sign up to join a student band that practices once a week to perform at concerts 4x a year. For beginners/intermediate who think they're not good enough to join a band, or if none of your friends are musically inclined, this is PERFECT. No matter who much you practice by yourself and can play along to a recording at home, it doesn't beat playing live in a group. Private lessons + band practice + monthly jams have seriously leveled up my skills in the past year. Now, I can learn a song well enough to survive a jam session with only a couple run throughs beforehand if I've never heard it before. I can survive a 12 bar blues jam without any prep. Plus I've also connected with a couple people during the jam sessions, and am now learning 3-4 new songs each week! Also, shout out to Jules who's helped me learn songs much faster by simplifying basslines that I thought were too hard to play, and getting me to work more on listening and improvisation instead of relying 100% on tabs. He's an excellent and encouraging teacher, and I've picked up tons of tips and advice in the past year. Really happy I found McCormick! I've always loved playing an instrument, but it's 100x more fun if you get to play with other people.

Amazing teacher, amazing students , amazing learning environment to really grow and harness…read moremusical skills. I would give it 10,000 stars if I could.

One of our amazing students playing and singing Hotel California to start the student showcase!

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Aaron our piano teacher showing his skills!

Tim's OC Music

3.9(25 reviews)

19.4 km

Tim's OC conveniently provides piano, vocal, and strings lessons, instrument repairs and parts…read morereplacements, has a large selection of books for students. The owner, Tim, is a great guy. He will give you honest, practical advice for lessons and is available for repairs via appointment. Did your guitar string snap? They have phosphorus bronze strings, too. Whether you need a soft gauge string or are need more responsiveness strings, you can buy them individually. They even sell entire guitars! Or the kids can take home a starter ukulele in glittery blue or pink. The floors got a major upgrade and match warmly with the new blue walls! The have a waiting room for the kids providing siblings with chapter books, coloring pages, or pop-its. The kids love this spot! Finally the practice rooms look lovely and held a major upgrade too. It's an encouraging environment for the students to walk into, with great posters on the wall of : Michael Jackson, Bob Dylan, The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, and more. Stop on buy for your music needs :)

Great place for private music lessons!!! Lessons include piano, voice, violin, cello, drums, and…read moreoccasionally wind instruments. Teachers are all very nice and really know their stuff. Teachers are certified, and/or have music degrees! Flexible scheduling for lessons with make ups, rescheduling, and summer breaks. Tuition is month to month with no contracts.. which is perfect!! There are recitals too!! Teachers work one on one with each student and caters each lesson towards the student and their learning. In the front there is also a store where you can rent instruments for the school year, buy music books, strings, and a lot of other musical needs :) I would definitely recommend Tim's OC Music!! Has a family vibe & it's in a good location!!!

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Irvine School of Music

Locally owned & operated

My son has been with Irvine School of Music for over four years, starting with Music Fun Time when…read morehe was four and now taking piano lessons. He's had such great teachers and has really grown to love music and performing. Performing at Carnegie Hall this year was such an amazing experience for him and gave him so much confidence and motivation. We were so proud of him, and it's definitely a memory our whole family will always treasure!

Teacher Maria is amazing and has been meticulous in teaching her craft. ISM staff is great in terms…read moreof organizing events and adding value to each student's learning! Great program! I highly recommend this school!

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The Music Factory School of Music

4.5(47 reviews)

7.3 km

As a piano teacher in the area with a more traditional academic background in music, I am really…read moreproud to have the OC Music factory in my town that way when students of mine want to explore other genres such as rock/punk and other instruments like vocals/guitar I would rather send them here. Danny is a wealth of information and passionate about his programs and a visionary for the industry.

We love this place my son started his music journey there when he was just 4 years old . He started…read moreon the kids rock bands playing the piano than went to privates and did his first performances with them than did some music video clips it was great to develop his love for music. Sophie and her mother help him a lot and Danny was always very helpful with the administrative part and scheduling. We just left there because he started doing trumpet at school and got really into it and these days he is 14 and is part of the band at school and the wind assembly. We are so grateful for this place they supported my son creativity and got him very enthusiastic about playing music. Is a great place to start your kids musical path. We will be looking to starting our 4 year old musical journey there soon.

Tanner. One of the super stars at the Music Factory

Kidzrock program. The Music Factory is the only school in California teaching this class

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This guy plays guitar and works with lions in Africa..No seriously..He does

Guitar Center

3.7(375 reviews)

9.3 km

It's been a long time since I was able to treat myself to an expensive purchase. I had the…read moreincredible experience of being assisted by Chloe, who was patient and understanding of my preferences throughout the process. Her sincerity in wanting to help me find the right guitar was genuinely felt. Even though the store was clearly busy, she made a point to check in on me throughout, going back and forth to see how she could help without ever making me feel like an afterthought. Someone like her should be in every customer service setting. If you're lucky enough to be helped by Chloe, you're in great hands. Chloe, if you ever get read this - my soul and inner child will be able to celebrate every time this guitar is in my hands because of you. Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart And loud shout out to Grant also for being meticulous while setting up my new guitar! Quick, precise, and kind enough to answer all my nerdy guitar questions while he's setting it up!

This Guitar Center is well set up, especially their drum department. Sets to try are on display for…read moreyour playing pleasure & in the cymbal room there is a set if you really want to go full bore! Great selection of snare drums & cymbals in there as well. If you're looking for a drum kit, sticks, hardware, etc, go see Lonnie. He will take GREAT care of you! Also, amazing selection of guitars, keyboards,& anything else the musician needs.

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Riley! Thank you, another home-run! Grant, set up perfectly! Mike, you have a great team! Ty all! ROCK ON !!!

Irvine Art & Music Center

4.3(235 reviews)

9.9 km

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 went there on Saturday and got help purchasing a new Taylor guitar. It was a pleasant experience…read more The guitar technician helped me select a guitar and made it a great experience .

Meeting the Strandberg Guitar team and the founder Ola!

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Musika Studio

4.9(52 reviews)

6.2 km

•$

Certified professionals

Family-owned & operated

I cannot say enough great things about our experience at Musika Studios! Saousan is the kindest,…read morefriendliest person and her staff is wonderful. They are very organized and easy to work with. They make rescheduling and billing smooth and simple. My son took ukulele with Miss Morgan and now takes drums with Mr. Andrew and he has loved them both. They run recitals for the kiddos that are perfect! Saousan think of every detail. Even down to having a special seating area for the parents when their child is performing so they can get good pictures and videos! I've never seen that level of detail before.

I can't find enough wonderful words to describe Musika Studio, its team of musicians, and its…read morewonderful teachers. We frequently visit the Mesa Verde Plaza, and since my son recently turned four, I stopped by the studio to ask about their age requirements and recommendations for starting his music journey. They offer piano, drums, guitar and singing lessons as their selection of services. Ms. Sauson, the owner, patiently explained the curriculum and starting age, then offered a complimentary trial lesson to ensure it would be a good fit and that he was ready to begin. They have cameras in all rooms, so parents can sit and watch and listen to the lesson. As an educator and speech pathologist, I watched closely to observe how she engaged my child, her behavior management, reward system, and overall demeanor with young children. Needless to say, I was very impressed by her competence and approach. My son responded beautifully to her guidance, redirection, and positive reinforcements. He has been attending consistently since that trial lesson and is doing wonderfully. I've also met her other staff members and teachers, and you can truly sense that these people genuinely love music and love teaching. It's a fantastic, well-priced music studio in Costa Mesa. I highly recommend checking out Musika Studio if you're looking for a great place for music lessons. They also engage with the community through various events, which is always a bonus when supporting a small business that gives back so much.

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Wendy L.

14 years ago

We have been using Soundscape Music Studios since January 2012. All three of my children (Ella - 4, Jason - 7 & Grace - 8) take lessons from an instructor named Hannah. Hannah is wonderful. She comes to our home once a week. Ella's lesson is 15 minutes while Jason and Grace each receive a 30 minute lesson. In only 5 months my children have learned to play several pieces of music. I love how Hannah allows them learn pieces that they are interested in while introducing new styles and more challenging pieces as well. read more

Heidi B.

8 years ago

Fred has been teaching piano to our 13 year old son for over two years. He's not only a great musician with a wealth of knowledge, but also a teacher who makes learning fun and has a ton of patience. The recitals that Jason puts together twice a year are a great way for all the music students to showcase what they've been learning in a low-key, supportive atmosphere. I highly recommend Soundscape Music Studios. read more

Arika C.

14 years ago

I took a few months lessons from Jason the owner. He was very insightful and inspirational and taught me all the tricks on how to improvise on piano in less than a couple months. read more

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