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Dec 12 2024

Music Royale excels in hard-to-find professional music education.

Music Royale was founded in 2002 to provide our community with an old-school style, independent, locally owned music store.

Support Local Small Business. Music Royale is your friendly neighborhood music store

All of our teachers are passionate, professional, and experienced; many having higher education qualifications like masters and doctorate degrees. We offer lessons for voice, piano, guitar, bass, ukulele, mandolin, drums, violin, viola, cello, clarinet, trumpet, trombone, saxophone, and many more instruments. Music Royale is Central Ohio’s largest music lesson facility. You can read the teacher bios on our website. Give us a call to set up a time to start your student!

We provide many stage experiences for our students. Teachers coordinate studio recitals, we host an open mic night, and have an amazing Rock School program to teach students not just the songs, but the business of being in a band. Students are grouped by age and skill level. Private lessons are a must to keep up. Read about our Rock School curriculum in our blog, Music Royale Rock School!

Special offer for December 2024

Buy a $100 Gift Certificate for lessons and receive another Gift Certificate for $20. Get someone you love the gift of music lessons or give the musician in your life a way to buy anything they need.

We’re more than a lesson store!

We are the whole package for every musician from beginner to professional. Need a repair? We got a guy. Need an accessory, it’s in the store or you can get it through our partner, Sweetwater! They are the largest online music retailer in the world. From band to banjo, Orchestra to ocarina, we can point you in the right direction.

We work with many high quality brands like Alvarez Guitars, Recording King Guitars, Sterling by MusicMan Guitars, Blackstar amps, Orange amps, G&L, CNZ Audio, Vintage Guitars, Yamaha, and Amahi ukuleles. Each guitar is checked out and set up by our professional repair tech, Scott! You can read all about Scott in our other blog, Music Royale Teacher Spotlight: Scott Gorsuch.

Stop by to try out a guitar, get yours back into playing condition, meet a teacher, or sign up as a student! We’d love to see you!

Dec 06 2024

Discover Yamaha at Music Royale: High-Quality Guitars and Perfect Holiday Gifts

Music Royale is thrilled to announce a new addition to our collection: Yamaha, a globally recognized leader in music equipment. Known for their exceptional craftsmanship, Yamaha’s guitars—both acoustic and electric—have long been favorites of musicians around the world. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, Yamaha’s instruments are designed to inspire, elevate, and bring out the best in your music.

As your friendly neighborhood music store, we’re excited to share what makes Yamaha guitars special and how their new GigMaker Electric Guitar packages are the perfect holiday gift for the musician in your life.

Yamaha Guitars: A Legacy of Quality

Yamaha’s reputation is built on decades of innovation and quality. Their acoustic guitars offer warm, rich tones, perfect for everything from intimate gatherings to on-stage performances. Their electric guitars, on the other hand, combine sleek designs with dynamic sound options, making them versatile enough for rock, blues, jazz, and beyond.

At Music Royale, we’ve handpicked a range of Yamaha guitars that match the high standards our customers expect. Whether you’re looking for the smooth tones of an acoustic model or the cutting-edge power of an electric, Yamaha delivers.

This holiday season, Yamaha’s GigMaker Electric Guitar package is the ultimate gift for aspiring and experienced musicians alike. This all-in-one kit includes:

• A high-quality Yamaha electric guitar available in stunning colors: Black, Red, Blue, and Old Violin Sunburst

• A two-channel, 15-watt amplifier perfect for practice sessions or small gigs.

• A protective gig bag to keep your instrument safe and ready for travel

• A wide assortment of essential accessories like a tuner, strap, cable, and picks

Whether you’re shopping for someone starting their musical journey or upgrading their gear, this package has everything they need to start playing right out of the box.

Holiday Shopping Made Easy

The holidays are just around the corner, and Music Royale is here to help you find thoughtful, high-quality gifts for the musicians in your life. From Yamaha’s GigMaker packages to instrument accessories, our store offers a wide selection of options that combine quality, practicality, and joy.

And when you shop with us, you’re supporting a local, musician-owned small business. At Music Royale, we’re proud to serve the Powell community by offering not only great products but also a personal touch that big-box stores can’t match.

Visit Music Royale

Stop by our store to explore Yamaha guitars and so much more! Not sure where to start? Our friendly staff of musicians is here to guide you every step of the way.

Want to learn more about our music lessons or get in touch? Visit us online:

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This holiday season, give the gift of music while supporting your local community. We can’t wait to help you find the perfect instrument!

Nov 11 2024

Music Royale Teacher Feature: Katey Hardesty

Meet Katey Hardesty, a saxophone instructor and multi-instrumentalist at Music Royale, who brings a unique blend of jazz expertise and classical background to her students. Katey’s journey with the saxophone began in fifth grade, and by high school, she had added flute and clarinet to her repertoire. She continued her studies at Capital University, earning her degree in Jazz Studies and Performance, specializing in both classical and jazz saxophone. Watch her video interview

Katey’s love for jazz runs deep, especially for its rich history and cultural significance. “Jazz has this amazing way of connecting us to American culture,” she shares. “I love the individuality it allows—it’s all about finding your own voice.” This appreciation for individual expression shapes her teaching philosophy, making every lesson a personal journey for her students.

Katey’s approach to teaching emphasizes self-discovery in music. “Music should be your own experience,” she says. Rather than prescribing a single approach, Katey guides her students to develop their own unique sound, supporting them as they grow into the musicians they want to become.

For anyone considering picking up the saxophone, Katey has a few tips. “First, get your hands on an instrument! Call us at Music Royale for recommendations, and come try one out. Then start listening—saxophone shows up in rock, jazz, and even classical music.” She recommends legends like Ben Webster and Charlie Parker as excellent inspirations for new players.

Beyond teaching, Katie is an active performer in the Columbus music scene, playing regularly with the Rick Brunetto Big Band at the Valleydale Ballroom. You can also catch her on Spotify, featured on Adrian Supos’ album Tenacity and the single Matrix Motivations.

If you’re ready to explore saxophone or deepen your musical journey, contact Music Royale to sign up for lessons with Katie. She’s here to help you find your own musical voice and connect with Columbus’s vibrant music community. Don’t miss the chance to learn from an artist dedicated to sharing the joy and individuality of jazz!

Oct 14 2024

Music Royale Teacher Spotlight: Ben Guegold

Music Royale would like to welcome Ben Geugold to our teacher family in this Teacher Spotlight! Ben is our new trumpet instructor. Watch his introduction video or read his bio on our website.

Ben started his music journey on the trumpet at Westerville North High School and continued his education with an undergraduate at Baldwin Wallace and a master’s degree at Ohio State University.

Ben plays his instrument professionally in local groups. He works with Columbus Children’s Theatre, Short North Stage, Westerville Symphony Orchestra, Worthington Chamber Orchestra, local church services, Dublin Silver Band, Dublin Community Band, and Westerville Community Band.

Ben’s teaching philosophy is that music should be fun! If you want to play really loudly all the time, then the trumpet might be for you! Take a lesson with Ben to experience all his practice tips and progress possibilities!

Contact us to sign up for lessons with Ben or give us a call to talk about our instrument rent-to-own program through Sweetwater.

Sep 12 2024

Music Royale Student Spotlight – Austin Kurtz

Austin started music lessons at Music Royale at the age of 6, taking multiple lessons from various teachers until he joined Jesse’s studio. Now, even moving all the way to Salem, OH won’t stop him from taking lessons with his favorite teacher. Virtual lessons haven’t held back Austin’s learning, as he has been accepted into his school’s jazz band as the only electric guitar player. Watch his interview video.

Austin’s main instrument is electric guitar, but he is also proficient on drums, electric bass, piano, woodwinds, tuba, trumpet, and trombone. Austin plays in his school’s school band on the Tuba, electric guitar in jazz band, and drums in the Slipknot cover band, Sick, he and his friends are starting.

His tastes have changed since he started taking lessons, but learning beginner songs have helped Austin ramp up his passion for music. His advice to beginning guitar students is,

“Please do not go for speed first…[learn] technique and really [learn] how you can use that technique to go into solos…”

Even with natural talent, Austin has to put in a lot of hard work to know this much. He said memorizing chord names has been his biggest challenge. As a Rock School Alum, Austin says he learned teamwork and stage presence. He says Rock School prepared him well to start improving in the jazz band.

Want to know more about lessons at Music Royale? Give us a call or send us a message. Read our teacher bios here.

Interested in Rock School? Teach your young musician the business of being a musician at the same time helping them form healthy habits for practice, rehearsal, and teamwork. Sign up next time registration is open.

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