Music Authority's mission is simple: to provide a community for musicians where they can learn, shop, network, have service done to their instruments, and thrive. We are #MusicAuthorityFamily! Recognized as one of the Top 100 Music Stores in the World six years running for 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020; Music Authority has been the cornerstone of the North Georgia music scene for almost two decades.We have earned a reputation for amazing customer service, carry an incredible selection of instruments and gear at low prices, and have in house repair shop that can take care of most of your instruments service needs.
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We are happy to announce that Music Authority offers school band rental programs for the upcoming academic year and is proud to be your local school band & orchestra headquarters. For a broader selection of instruments and gear, please visit Music Authority's show room located at 123 Merchants Square, Cumming GA 30040.
Music Authority carries many quality lines of musical instruments and accessories. From guitars to pedals to cymbals, we can help meet your combo music needs. Pardon our dust as we do some renovations - and check out photos of select in-stock items! Music Authority is proud to carry brands like Taylor Guitars, Tagima Guitars, Yamaha Guitars, Yamaha Amplifiers, Marshall Amplifiers, Blackstar Amplifiers, CMG Guitars, Ddrums, Pearl Drums and hardware, Pearl Latin Percussion, and more!
Music Authority offers private one-on-one music lessons for a wide range of instruments. Our students also have the opportunity to perform as part of a full band in several concert settings throughout the year. Each department teaches from a uniquely designed curriculum that meets National Standards for Music Education, and all of our instructors have a post-secondary education in their fields.
The Music Authority Lessons Program is built on the truth that music is a language. Being able to play your favorite song on your instrument without the ability to understand the language behind it is like being able to recite a phrase in a foreign language without being able to carry on a conversation.
Reviews (10)
Ann Madsen
Jun 21, 2022
Joey Howard
Apr 13, 2022
Jack Cobb
Apr 08, 2022
ClearStorm
Mar 08, 2022
Andrew has been my bass and guitar instructor for almost one year and a half. One of the many reasons I give Andrew a perfect 5 stars is his ability to teach. His teaching methodology has helped me to become a better guitarist and bassist. He will quickly pick up on the skills you will need to become the musician you want to be. He is very knowledgeable about music theory which has helped me in acquiring more skills. I recommend Andrew as your instructor, he is amazing.
Kathy Waring
Jan 09, 2022
My daughter started guitar and voice lessons last year and we absolutely love Music Authority. Her guitar teacher, Savannah, is amazing. She's teaching her proper technique and is building her skills while still working on the songs our daughter wants to learn how to play. So she loves it! She is even joining their rock ensemble program thanks to Savannah. Love this place!
Andy Bodnar
Nov 10, 2021
Morgan at Music Authority has been amazing to work with! As a new drum student, there are so many different things to learn and it can seem overwhelming at first. However, Morgan excels at breaking down the lessons into smaller understandable segments so a new student can begin to better comprehend the patterns and excel at them going forward.
Jake Stevens
Oct 26, 2021
Music Authority's website says they offer services including instrument repairs, however, this is only a half truth. When we took our daughters clarinet here for service/repair, we were told they don't work on band instruments, they only work on guitars. Very frustrated with these guys after this interaction. I am not likely to return to Music Authority for any of my musical needs.
Fury T.
Oct 20, 2021
We tried to set up a single trial music lesson for our son. They would not set up lessons unless we provided an email and were quite rude about it to boot. We have too many companies that abuse the privilege of having our email and we end up getting spammed so we do not give out our email easily. But for them to insist that they have it as a condition of providing a service like piano lessons is a big red flag for us.
Damon Woodham
Jul 16, 2021
My kids have greatly enjoyed taking guitar/ukulele lessons at Music Authority for over a year now. George Marlow (my son's instructor) and Lauren Isenberg/Savannah Hughes (my daughter's instructors) have been great teachers. My son says, "George is even forgiving when I didn't really practice that week" (something we need to work on). My daughter started out on Guitar but is now enjoying playing her Ukulele (and so is her family).
Joe Sapere
Feb 11, 2021
My 10 yr old daughter and I take piano lessons at Music Authority. Our instructor, Brooke, along with a lot of practice, has taken us from zero musical experience to reading and playing the piano in a few short months. We enjoy the lessons each week and we learn something at each one. Our instructor is a gifted teacher. She changes up the lesson plans so throughout our lsns, and at home practice, we learn music theory, practice skills exercises, and learn songs.
It pushes us to go further but doesn't overwhelm. If your looking to learn an instrument or two, this is a good place to start. Music camps and performances are offered as well. You can get as involved as you want.
It pushes us to go further but doesn't overwhelm. If your looking to learn an instrument or two, this is a good place to start. Music camps and performances are offered as well. You can get as involved as you want.
