Emily is a very talented pianist on her own. She is so patient with teaching my young…read moregranddaughter. She has made it fun to learn and accepts Kelsee's accomplishments at her own pace. I am very grateful to hear beautiful music coming from Kelsee's room as she plays. Emily let's Kelsee help choose her harder music pieces. After 2 years of instruction, she has no problem playing for other people. Being 9 years old, her listeners are surprised at how well she can play. Kelsee has loved music since she was a baby as she always danced to the beat. Her mom wanted her to take music lessons when she got older, but passed away when Kelsee was 5. As her grandma, I promised her mom I would always take care of her and help her move forward in learning music skills. Thank you, Emily. You are the perfect teacher for my granddaughter. When Emily moved from Brookings to Eugene, Oregon, we arranged to take lesson via FaceTime. It is very convenient for Kelsee to play on her own keyboard for each lesson.

My son loves taking lessons at Lassen Piano studio! He feels so good about how much he has…read moreimproved. He is developing such a love of music! Highly recommended!

Just what I was looking for!…read more At the beginning of this year, I decided to try and (re)learn how to play my violin. I played for a few years in Elementary/Middle school, bought my first violin in my early 20s, then didn't touch it for another 15 years. The 'studios' in the name of this place is because each instructor self-employed, with their own 'studio' in one of the rooms of the converted house that houses this lovely place. I have little interest in the classical type of music I played when I was young, so I was quite pleased to find Seretta. Her interest & familiarity with so many different styles of violin/fiddle music was just what I wanted. As an adult student I appreciate her flexible and relaxed approach to teaching. From watching Seretta with her young students at a benefit/recital show, her supportive and encouraging teaching style showed in her interactions with even her youngest students. The rates are very reasonable, and Seretta's weekend availability made it easy for me to add violin lessons to my busy life.

I've had lessons with Megann Dawes for over a year and she's one of the very best! I'm a retired…read moreengineer who decided to pick up the violin again after decades. She's made it easy!

Writing this to praise Gabe and the wonderful work he gets done in his shop! Knowledgeable,…read morehelpful, polite and pleasant. Excellent customer service in this peaceful Music Store, Gabe knew immediately what I was looking for although i do not have a technical music vocabulary (helped make me feel comfortable). Thank-you, Gabe! Paula

This place is great for accessories for instruments, instruments itself, and awesome customer…read moreservice and employees. The BIG MASSIVE PROBLEM are the repairs. I've gotten I think 5 repairs here and they have either made the instrument worse by introducing a new issue or just not helping the issue at all. I recently went there for a repair for my instrument (a woodwind with a reed) and they even gave me the repair for free! Uh, new problem, my instrument now sounds like shit and is super airy. They also claimed that there was actually a note that wasn't working and that they fixed it?? Spoiler alert, I used to be able to play the note, NOW I CANT AT ALL! Awesome! It makes the instrument squeak I will probably continue coming here for stands, reeds, etc. but I think I'm done coming here for repairs

Idk why All these reviews of rude employees I have lived…read morehere for many years and they have always been very kind and helpful this is actually one of my favorite music stores in town great selection of all quality and you might even stumble on vintage for a good deal... hats off to buy sell center always done me well

Super nice guy working Lots of items with good prices…read moreI would go there again when looking for anything musical

I've only been here once, but will likely go again as they seem to have some interesting shows…read more They do both live music and plays here as far as I can tell. The acoustics were good and for the most part the lighting was as well. I saw the Sugar Beets on 6/20/26. As a person who is gluten-free and tries to avoid sweets and alcohol there really wasn't anything at concessions for me. I'm grateful that this is not a place that refuses to allow you to bring your own snacks and water. The room with concessions also has merch (like band t-shirts). I overheard someone say that during the show if you attempt to go down the stairs from the balcony (like to get to concessions) the stair way is completely pitch black and hazardous.

I've finally I've been able to visit the Shedd. Well, that's a little incorrect; they were around…read morewhen I was in middle and high school, but as a summer program or resident company at the Hult Center known as OFAM, the Oregon Festival of American Music. Until this past weekend, I hadn't been to a program at their own year-round space that's been here for 25 years or so now. (But I don't feel too bad about that since my sister, who's lived here all her life, has only been once.) Anyway, I brought my toddler to their Magical Moombah show, which is designed specifically for children. We had a lot of fun! It was held in the Jacqua concert hall. The show was kind of variety/vaudeville in style; this one was called Come Sail Away, and it had a loose story made up that was connected by pre-existing songs that matched the theme. There were several time when they invited the kids up to participate--a dance party on stage, a couple of joke breaks, a contest or two, and more. It was a great way to let the kids be involved, and even the littlest kids had an opportunity to join in (my two year old was insistent on making her stage debut, though I think she was a bit shy when she was up there dancing with everyone). They hold this program each quarter and I'll definitely be looking for it next time we're home to visit. They also host concerts, musicals, and other programming. There are a couple of performance spaces, the concert hall being the main one and then recital space. The Shedd is also home to a music school, which seems to take place in the newer wing, where students can take private or group lessons. I will say that their website is really frustrating--almost every link would take me to their calendar, even if I was clicking on Faculty or Welcome--so I'm not sure what that's about so I'd suggest just calling if you have questions. There's a fee if you purchase tickets online (and maybe if you purchase in person with a credit card); in person with cash there's no fee. They have a good parking arrangement with the city that allows for free parking on evenings and weekends in the Lane County lot. There's also parking directly behind their north entrance (I'm not sure if that's the city lot or not, but I don't think so). The lot we parked in was kind of frustrating because almost every spot was marked as compact, and in the year 2026 even in Eugene most people have an SUV or minivan or something, and places just need to stop making most of their parking for compact cars. Some fun facts: Ginevra Ralph, who co-founded the Shedd, is the great-granddaughter of John G. Shedd (namesake of Chicago's Shedd Aquarium in addition to this performing arts center). The Shedd is located in what was once the First Baptist Church in Eugene, one of the largest in the city if not the largest at the time. Also, Marin Alsop, a conductor of international renown, was the co-conducted the Eugene Symphony and the Oregon Festival of American Music early in her career. The Shedd really does have a storied history and lots of great things to come.

Went in to check out some guitars with my hubs. Literally overwhelming walls of guitars in all…read moreprice ranges. Felix came and helped us sort through all the choices and patiently explained the pros and cons of various brands and styles. Hubs wound up with a great mid-range guitar. Really appreciated the selection and low key approach.

Bought a second hand guitar from Guitar center's website. Spent over $1,000 on it. It took a week…read moreto be shipped to the Eugene location. That's fine. Upon its delivery I discovered several issues with the guitar, fret buzzing, g-string buzzes when plucked, Floyd Rose bridge uneven, And it wouldn't stay tuned really. I brought this to their attention and they were really cool about comping me for the $150 "platinum setup". The setup is advertised to leave one's guitar playing in flawless condition. When I turn the guitar over to their guitar tech him and I went over the guitar together recognizing the issues I just mentioned. A week later I get a call from the text saying the guitar is playing fabulously and it was ready for pickup. I was at work so I had my partner pick it up. The condition that the guitar was in blew my mind, I couldn't even tell what had been done to the guitar other than the new strings they put on, there was just as much if not more fret buzzing all up and down the neck, The Floyd Rose bridge wasnt just uneven, it was set at a steep incline. Also the whammy bar housing was loose. Turns out that's what was making the G string buzz. Which I fixed, along with every other issue. Also was tuned to open C. When I specifically told him drop B. The fact the tech guy told me on the phone "the guitar is shredding now bro", is laughable. What unprofessional results.

I brought in a flugelhorn which had a broken attachment and Ohj fixed it within 45 minutes and it…read morewas better than new. I've seen a bunch of brass labs all over and he's got a great setup. Super professional.

Repair wise, this place may be fine for brass, or for beginner horns, but for woodwinds and more…read moreprecise work, you're best advised to look elsewhere. This opinion is based on many years of experience working with highly respected technicians in major (and smaller) cities. Oh, and the hourly rate is rather high.

carl did a great job on my olds super cornet. thanks so much for your help!…read more jd

Nothing but raves, Charlie Klassen saved my bacon. My flute was damaged the night before my band's…read moredebut show, and I was freaked. Took a chance and caught Charlie just as he was opening, explained the situation, but he was already fixing my flute by the time I finished my tale of woe. Not only did he fix the problem, he went the extra mile and fine- tuned my flute, it has never played better. Huge thanks and respect for the shop and Charlie, who also happens to be one of the hippest musicians I've chatted with in a long time. Highly recommended!

My Daughter has been taking lessons with Joe for about 3 years since she was 4 years old and has…read moreexcelled at the guitar center. She's now about to perform Can you Feel the Love Tonight on Keyboard as she sings along too. We are thrilled with the quality of teaching and welcome atmosphere at the Guitar Center. My daughters confidence in front of the audience speaks for itself when she performs here.

As I write I am sitting outside the windowed door of my 9 year old sons' guitar lesson. I can see…read morein so I'm comforted with not having to be inside and hover during his lesson...huge safety relief. We did shop around before selecting where we wanted to go-but came back here because foremost this is where he felt most comfortable and I liked the additional perks that came along with being a member...windowed rooms (as mentioned) free group lesson times for other instruments, monthly jam sessions etc...and a HUGE bonus for me, a busy mom was the flexible schedules. We picked a time right after school, and of course for the first time (but certainly won't be the last) I forgot his guitar! No problem!!! Students are allowed to pick any guitar they want from the Guitar Center and use it! Such a convenience and relief for this scattered mother! Not to mention, the kid thinks that's pretty sweet!