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Bob is a really good guy. Knows his stuff too. The teaching is definitely top notch and where Music Source outshines.

An awesome store, great people and Bob did a fantastic job cleaning, conditioning and restringing my 1980 Ovation 12 string guitar. It was a pleasure doing business with them.

I happened to find this guitar store when googling guitars and lessons after I had an unfortunate experience at another store in Kenosha. The staff was rude assumed I wasn’t going to buy anything so why waste their time. Correction I did want and needed help to find the right guitar and teacher because I wanted to learn to play. The instructor was too busy to answer any questions that I had. Mainly I needed to know the size and how to hold the Guiter. After that I took a chance and called Music Source because I remembered someone I knew shopped there at one time. It turned out to be the best decision and Bob the owner was fantastic and patient with me. I took lessons for a year until I had back problems but I plan on going back. He matched me to Joe for an instructor which was great. Please try Music Source because everyone there is amazing. Bob knows his way around guitars also.

sad to have to change my review but after having dealt with this store more it seemed necessary

Reviews show that they are open but I cannot seem to find the correct times they are open I tried stopping in on a Saturday around 3 website and google said they were open. But they weren’t too

Why would I come here to buy $21 Elixir Strings when I can get them for $10 on Amazon? Are these even elixirs? I am 2nd guessing because the seal was ripped and the bags are crinkled inside. I feel like I was ripped off here, do not come here for your strings maybe they are knowledgable, but definatley sketchy.

I bought two sets of acoustic guitar strings for around a $20 total and later received a $140 charge from the business. Bob said he would reach out to resolve the issue but has not yet after two weeks.

Was looking for a specific pair of drumsticks that I needed. I walked in and took a look at the selection they had, and they didn’t have what I needed. I asked a staff member if they could help me out and he helped me figure out what pair I needed. He happened to be the drum instructor. While trying to find the specific pair, my mother who was with me told me that he made her feel uncomfortable because of the way he acted towards her. When they “ordered” it for me and they said it’ll be here in a week.

One week later, I called to see if it had arrived. They said no. I stopped by the next day to see if it arrived and the same instructor said they’ll stop by tomorrow and pick it up for me. (From whatever warehouse they get their stuff from). The next day, guess what? THEY DIDN’T HAVE IT.

Unbelievable service. Waste of time and effort. I ended up going to A-Major Music in Gurnee. Trust me, it is worth the drive and they are MUCH more friendlier and helpful there.

Bought an over priced patch cable to find out it doesn’t work.

After many years of haphazard dabbling on the guitar, I was extremely nervous about finally taking the next step, one on one lessons. But I am SO incredibly glad that I did, and that I chose Greg.

His relentless enthusiasm, incredible patience, and encyclopedic knowledge about all things music make him the absolute ideal Jedi master of the guitar world. He has a gift to make even the most nervous student (me) feel at ease. He structures his lessons in ways that make sense, each new acquired skill making the next level attainable. My abilities grew by leaps and bounds in the time I’ve been working with him. I would sing his praises all day and all night (And now, I have the guitar skills to back up my vocals!)

I truly don’t believe I would have had even a fraction of this success with any other teacher, and cannot recommend him enough!

Greg is an amazing and passionate teacher and a good person all around. Every lesson was productive and entertaining, we would never run out of conversation. He is consistent, organized and really cares about his students and the community. 5 stars, if you want to learn guitar go with Greg!

Very knowledgeable and great teacher. Always knows the best way to help you get better

Outstanding service! I love bringing my guitar here for new strings, it looks and plays like new after a tune up at A-Major

Took my flute for a minor repair- super affordable and fixed quickly 🙂

I went to get my Clarinet fixed, and it was done in 10 minutes for only 10 dollars. I am very happy with this place.

Me suena..

Good priz on instruments

Quick service on my acoustic. Price for strings & service reasonable. Lady Jo was cool. Brian wasn’t very social.

Almost no instruments in store. Some guitars and some harmonicas. Nice workers due

A very disappointing experience recently – used to rent from them for school and take lessons there many years ago. Recently took in several brass instruments for some cleaning and repairs, and the communication was horrible – they didn’t tell me what was going on with my instruments, I had to call several times to figure out what was going on, and then after almost two months they still hadn’t had any of the work done. I finally got them back yesterday, and they weren’t even satisfactorily cleaned. Whoever does their brass work, they are not up to snuff. Go somewhere else.

Not answering your phones while your shop should be open is a horrible way to run a business. There’s no option to leave a message either.

Michael is a pro. He help rebuild my 1971 Fender Twin with professionalism and technical expertise. I always felt confident I could trust his advice. He treated my aged Amp like a vet would treat a puppy. He gave me advice to get my 1968 Rickenbacker 330 12 back in the game.

My hunt for a tech comes to an end after meeting Mike. The combination of his expertise, experience, and his prices will have me coming back for more work. And he’s a cool and nice guy to top it all off. All in all, great experience, rewired my guitar and did a set up with a quick turnaround!

Both my wife and I took piano lessons for years when we were children, so it was important for us that our son learned music. Our seven year old son has been attending Ms. Bajon’s studio for almost 2 years now. She strikes the perfect balance of strict discipline (required for musical theory) and warm hugs. My whole family absolutely loves Ms. Bajon and I would highly recommend her for anyone who wants their child to get a quality music education via the piano.

My daughter has been with Ms. Bajon and Bajon Studios for 3 years now. Ms. Bajon has been a tremendous music and theory teacher and mentor to my daughter who is now 8 years old. She enjoys her sessions and practice materials and has been telling me for 2+ years she hopes to become a Piano teacher like Ms. Bajon someday. I highly recommend Ms. Bajon for new students looking to learn Piano, music theory, and the proper technique to develop into a great pianist.

Mrs Bajon is extremly professional and knowledgable teacher. She creates friendly and inspiring environment and has a great communication skills. Mrs. Bajon not only teaches piano skills but also how to be patient and stay dedicated. Her individual approach makes my daughter work harder to achieve her goal. I would strongly recommand her as a teacher!

We have used Julian for years. Does a great job, has a fantastic ear, and a great person to boot. Highly recommended

I made an appointment about 2 weeks ago. He’s been here before on a neighbor’s recommendation.

He asked for a half-hour window. I agreed.

He said about an hour to tune. I figured about that long.

So, tail end of the time, and no tuner. I thought maybe traffic (it’s about an hour away) or parking.

Comes after time, and I call the number I had. Truth? I don’t even *remember* the last time i was spoken to SO RUDELY. Especially NOT at 150.00 for about an hours’ work! And this woman identified herself as his wife?? How do you get to be an older person and NOT KNOW how to politely answer the phone? Especially when it’s your husband’s business?? He’s such a nice guy, too. He doesn’t seem to deserve the vitriol. I KNOW I don’t.

Seriously? If you’re NOT personable on the phone, either because you weren’t taught right or just feel entitled or something…do your clients and husband a favor: GET AN INTERN tuner to pick up the phone!

Which was a waste of my time and yours. For an hours’ drive? ONE way? Really??

To not HAVE or NOT USE a cell phone in 2019 is JUST awful business. You get there or on the way, you text, call SOMETHING. I’ve lived here 47 years. I guarantee you’ll have at least one light to contact a client.

I was literally in front of the house with my dog so I’d have that done. To just wander off, no call, no text is UNBELIEVABLY unprofessional. They OUGHT TO teach that in music school and tuner school: “How to professionally answer the telephone.”

Must not want the business, I guess. But then BE HONEST. Don’t waste my time. Don’t answer the phone and bring attitude to your former customers. That’s just STUPID. Because you know they’ll come right here and tell the whole truth before you even get home.

Very angry. Never again.

I have well over 30,000 views of my reviews. Just saying.

Great Place and staff always helpful.

Best comic shop in the Midwest!!!

Best place to get your books! Jay rocks and is always helpful.

Great variety more expensive

A surprisingly huge comic book shop

Cool place, lots of products. Only one of the staff members seemed inviting. I will give it a second go around.

Terrible customer service.They only BUY COMICS BY APPOINTMENT LOL.AND THEN THEY OFFER U PEANUTS FOR YOUR COMICS AVOID THIS PLACE IF UR LOOKING .TO SELL ..I WENT TO ROUND LAKE TO SELL MY COMICS AND GOT TREATED GREAT .

Whoever was manning the register was kind of creepy

Trying to sell some comics books to the owner and I was turned my away because he was busy. Would not have came all this was if I knew this.

Favorite place for all things pop culture, music & movies

They’ll buy your unwanted movie dvds dopeness

Stocked well and friendly workers!

Ok prices r to high

Good deals hard to find stuff

Very helpful

Misleading with their prices and just assume you wanna be a member to tac on another 15$. They need to hire better people at this location.

Buen lugar

After looking for stuff to buy and ready to pay, the cashier told me that can’t accept Visa or debit cards because their system was down all day, they should have a sign and let people know ahead, not everybody have cash with them.