Batish's is a music store that specializes in Indian music. It offers lessons, CDs, videos and musical instruments such as sitars and tablas. From the friendly and talented teachers, you can learn to play the sitar, tabla, tanpura, dholak and harmonium as well as Indian vocal instruction. Check Batish's website for the schedule of owner Ashwin Batish's and other artists' local performances.
Waxing and color are done here. Value cuts are offered at $9.99 for seniors and kids. Men and women are welcome. Friendly service and experienced personnel listen to your request and comply with and welcome it.
For more than 15 years, the Laughing Tiger Studios has operated out of San Rafael and worked with clients like Carlos Santana and Jim Belushi. Still, the studio is open to amateur artists too. For those who want to record in a professional studio with audio producer and engineer Ari Rios, make an appointment to visit Laughing Tiger. Be sure to visit the website for a studio tour and client testimonials.
Ramona Music Center offers instruments, lessons, repairs, rentals, and more. Its friendly and knowledgeable staff is happy to help you tune your guitar, or help you find just the right music book. In addition to new instruments, it also offers used, consigned, and rentals. This is great for the beginner that wants to try something new without investing too much. Make sure to check the Web site for current specials, and upcoming events.
Music Focus takes pride in teaching and refining the music talent within the community. Music Focus services include rehearsal time, recording time and lessons. Guitarist and composer Karl Grossman is available for session work. Lesson rates are $38 for a 1/2 hour, $76 for a full hour, $152 for four weeks, and $190 for five weeks.
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The performing arts are always at center stage at Screenland Studios. This state-of-the-art facility boasts rental studios to meet any and all rehearsal, audition and filming needs. Popular for castings, Screenland features amenities including a lounge, meeting area, kitchen and production office - all available to suit clients' requirements. For those much-needed breathers, there is also an outdoor patio space. Each studio space is highly adaptable with available WiFi.
AMP is a music rehearsal and recording studio located along Lankershim Boulevard. The large facility features multiple recording studios and several spaces for rehearsal. All studio space is equipped with Pro Tools, Garage Band, Mac Computers and Internet access, which is all covered in the rental fee. Studios are smaller, but provide great sound and enough space to accommodate most bands and all instruments. The space is two levels, and includes a tracking room, as well rentable rigs, amps, keyboards and more. Credit cards are accepted and parking is metered on the street.
