My daughter didn’t enjoy the lessons. Rooms are small and cramped, and the instructor refused to practice her school music with her. Additionally, the instructor tried to sell her copies of pages out of a book every week. I’m not sure how other instructors were, but this one caused us to find a new place.
4. Miller Music Inc
Address: 4510 N Illinois St #3, Swansea, IL 62226 , Saint Clair County , Illinois , United States
I love this music store! The staff is very knowledgeable and friendly. It has a nice selection of sheet music, books and accessories. Instrument selection is good for a small store. You feel like you are part of the family when you shop or take lessons here! 🙂
I’ve come to this place twice now, and both times I have been so overly happy with the quality of customer service I’ve received! Very very knowledgeable owners, and you can’t beat their guarantees! Honestly, you get your money’s worth shopping here! Family owned, and a great selection!
What a great experience we had at Miller Music! We called around to so many places and they were not very helpful or WAY to pricey . Our 13 year old hit the mouthpiece of his trumpet and it was stuck in. We tried to pull it out ourselves but only mad it worse. Anyways, called Miller’s and he said no problem, in 35 years there was only one he couldn’t get out! So we dropped in and in about three minutes he had it out, and he cleaned up the mouthpiece ! Y’all he charged us $3.20. Hands down this is the best music store we have been to. Great customer service over the phone and in person! This will definitely be our go to place!
They appear to no longer be in business.
Do not put an item on consignment with this business. You will never hear from them again. Disgraceful business tactics + no communication regarding the issue. I will do everything possible to discredit this business.
The owners were rude and condescending. I got the impression that not EVERYONE was welcome in their store. They may have a large selection of music, but I’ll take my money and my dignity to other music stores.
Simply call to find out the brand of acoustic guitars they sold when I mentioned name brands the lady was set off very rude on the phone and hung up on me her name was Sharon
What a wonderful job Sylvia (Phillips) did during our sons service. She was so considerate to our requirements, we could not have asked for more….sounded amazing!!
6. Rich Lang’s Recording Studio
Address: 20 Shady Ln, Belleville, IL 62221 , Saint Clair County , Illinois , United States
What a fantastic recording studio. Don really has created an amazing space to capture sound and now that he has a Jackson Pianos refurbished Baldwin SF-10 he has stepped up his piano game in a major way!
I have recorded here many times and each time is a pleasure. The space is awesome—it is intimate and has professional gear making for an outstanding sound—and versatile. Don Bailey is also a pleasure to work with. He is honest, helpful, compassionate, and professional. Hopefully I can get back in there soon; the best sessions I’ve been a part of have been held in that space!!
Lonnie’s Farm is an amazing recording studio, we’ve recorded many times there and the attention to detail is just amazing. Don really cares about making sure the final product is the sound you want to hear as an artist. From the first step of recording to the final master, this studio is amazing for every step. It’s a homey, independent atmosphere with all the technological advantages of a professional studio. Ill always highly recommend Lonnie’s Farm
8. Music & Arts
Address: 10 Lincoln Hwy #102B, Fairview Heights, IL 62208 , Saint Clair County , Illinois , United States
Excellent staff assistance and easy-to-swap-out instruments when needed.
Very nice store. Good selection, different than what is at the other local music stores. Prices were really good as well. This will definitely be a routine stop.
I bought an electric drumset from here. It was an overall great exerience. The gentleman that helped was a joy. He was very knowledgeable and resourceful. Answered most of my questions off the top of his head and quickly researched and found any others.
The drumset quality is excellent. It’s the same drumset that has been sitting in the corner on display. It works great. No lag, no delay, great sounds, great response, great function.
Awesome store with an even more awesome staff.
Great selection!
This location was respectful and as helpful as they could be in my experience; HOWEVER, when i reached out to customer service regarding being double charged the representative hung up in my face. I called back 3 additional times requesting to speak with a supervisor and was immediately hung up on yet again. UNBELIEVABLE.
9. Allison Flute Studio
Address: 409 Rosewood Dr, Belleville, IL 62223 , Saint Clair County , Illinois , United States
I can’t speak highly enough about Dr. Allison! Through his teaching I have rekindled my love of playing the flute and grown my skills far beyond what I knew I was capable of achieving! He makes lessons fun and entertaining- celebrating every incremental improvement and breakthrough along the way. In addition to becoming a better flute player he has also helped me in growing as a well-rounded musician- always ensuring that the musical message within each piece is brought to life. Whether you are a beginner just starting out or an advanced player seeking to win the principal chair- I have observed him adapt his style so that each student feels challenged and encouraged along the way. Thank you, Dr. Allison, for helping me discover my musical voice through my flute!
10. Guitar Center
Address: 79 Ludwig Dr, Fairview Heights, IL 62208 , Saint Clair County , Illinois , United States
Guitar Center. What can I say? Knowledgeable, helpful, friendly staff, competitive prices for what they offer, great range of offerings … for any musician, this place is an absolute dreamland. Highly recommended.
They always have knowledgeable staff and plenty of items in stock!!!
Awesome place
Helpful staff and an awesome selection. They seemed a little short staffed but you could tell the folks working liked what they do.
Great selection, lots to look and try out. Service was a little lacking though.
Great staff, bass guitar and amp selection was super lame.
Unfortunately didn’t have good experience with this store. Purchased guitar online and 3 days later, got cancellation notice that I CANCELLED the order. The store didn’t have the courtesy to notify me why they cancelled it.
They are nice, BUT, if you want a high level of customer service, you might want to look elsewhere. I ordered a new device but received a used device. When I called them on it, they said the item was discontinued so they charged me the clearance price. They treated me like they were doing me a favor to order a “New” device. Interesting! So am I wrong for thinking a used, clearance item should be priced differently than used clearance item? No! It’s been 2 weeks and I still don’t have the replacement device. Nice people, terrible service!
First and last time I went to this Guitar Center, they were letting someone play Stairway to Heaven on one of the guitars.
11. B & G Music Inc
Address: 310 E Main St #11, Belleville, IL 62220 , Saint Clair County , Illinois , United States
