Everything About Music In Colorado Springs 

Today we will try to fill you in on everything we know about music in Colorado Springs. This is certainly a broad topic but we will do our best to cover the full local scene in this post.

To get the ball rolling we will discuss the best musical instrument stores in Colorado Springs. There will be separate lists for where to buy guitars in your area as well as the top drum shops in town.

Obviously there will be some crossover in those sections as some stores will have the leading guitar brands for sale like Gibson, Fender, or Keisel as well as all the keyboards, synthesizers, pedals, amps, or pretty much any supplies you may need.

Up next we will get into where to go for quality instrument repair near you. Some of you may need a piano tuned, a guitar repaired, or work done on other band instruments and there is somebody out there that can assist.

The best music lessons for kids or adults will get a shout out. And then there will be some stores for music lovers with vintage CD’s and records.

We also think many of you will want to know about the best concert halls and live music venues near you. There are also many bars and restaurants that have live music around the city.

And our final section will get into the best festivals on the local Colorado Springs music calendar. Stick around until the end where you will find a map with the wide variety of stores and venues we are discussing pinned on it. The Midwest region is one we have discussed many times in the past.

Musical Instrument Stores In Colorado Springs

When you want to go to one of the best musical instrument stores in Colorado Springs head to:

• Music Go Round Colorado Springs at 410 W Fillmore St
• Meeker Music at 3604 Hartsel Dr #E
• Music & Arts at 2872 N Powers Blvd

Meeker Music offers quality instruments with flexible rental and layaway terms to serve the specific needs of each individual customer. They also carry a wide variety of accessories, have one of the largest selections of sheet music in your area and have an in-house repair shop for service on most instruments.

Music & Arts sells instruments, gives lessons, and also provides repair services for instruments including dent removal, re-stringing, re-corking, structural repair, cleaning and polishing, readjustments, valve repair, replacing broken parts, and more.

Music Go Round sells musical instruments and accessories.

Where To Buy Guitars

If you are specifically trying to buy a guitar or guitar accessories check out:

• Guitar Center at 535 N Academy Blvd
• Blindworm Guitars at 1014 W Colorado Ave
• ProSound Music at 2235 Academy Pl

Visit your local Guitar Center store and get hands-on with the best selection of guitars, basses, drums, keyboards, DJ, live sound and recording as well as used and vintage gear. They’ll get you playing with lessons and make your instrument play and sound its best with expert repairs and modifications. They also rent instruments and equipment near you so you’re ready for any event.

ProSound has been serving the region for over 30 years with a wide selection of instruments. Their knowledgeable support staff ensure you will find the tools you need to find your perfect medium of expression.

Another place that we have mentioned that is also a great place to buy guitars is Meeker Music.

Drum Shops Near You

If you know of any good shops to buy drums that we haven’t listed in other sections please mention them in the comments, thanks.

Instrument Repair

You can get quality instrument repairs at:

• Ross Tronics at 4785 Barnes Rd
• Fisher Guitar Works at 4115 Palmer Park Blvd
• Moondog Music Shop at 1716 W Uintah St

Since 1982 Ross Tronics has been repairing all makes and models of electronic organs, keyboards, mixers, pa amps, guitar amps, and speaker cabinets. They also work on vintage hi-fi and stereo gear.

Moondog Music Shop has an excellent selection of fretted and stringed instruments for musicians of all levels. They also carry musical accessories, amps, pedals and more.

Fisher Guitar Works has been repairing guitars, banjos, mandolins, and ukuleles in your area for over 25 years. They will gladly evaluate your instrument free of charge, explain any issues, and provide a detailed upfront quote.

We mentioned Meeker Music and Graner School of Music in the local music stores list but they are also great places for instrumental repair.

Music Lessons

You will probably improve your skills by taking music lessons at:

• Colorado Springs Music School at 1745 S 8th St
• Rocky Mountain Academy of Music at 5426 N Academy Blvd #101
• Colorado Springs Conservatory at 415 S. Sahwatch St
• Graner School of Music at 4460 Barnes Rd

Graner School of Music offers lessons on all band and orchestra instruments plus piano, guitar, voice, drumset, and more. Their technicians have years of experience in all aspects of repair and maintenance of woodwind and brass instruments.

Colorado Springs Music School has helped a wide array of students begin and continue on their musical journey. They offer private lessons in piano, guitar, drums, voice, and violin.

At Rocky Mountain Academy of Music their mission is to provide quality education for all ages and ability levels. They have lessons for guitar, piano, jazz ensemble, rock band, one on one, drum, band coaching, home music lessons, charter school classes, recording studio, and production.

The Colorado Springs Conservatory provides after-school arts immersion programs. The core program combines weekly basic instruction for students interested in the arts.

Other places that we have mentioned throughout the post that are great places to take music lessons are Graner School of Music and Music & Arts.

CD & Record Stores

Some of our favorite local stores for music lovers with lots of vintage CD’s and records are:

• The Leechpit Records and Vintage at 3020 W Colorado Ave
• Entertain Mart at 651 N Academy Blvd
• Independent Records & Video at 195 N Academy Blvd

The Leechpit Records and Vintage buys vintage and retro clothing, records, cd’s, cassette tapes, t-shirts, toys, collectibles, and anything else old, unusual, interesting, or just plain weird.

Colorado Springs Live Music Venues

These Colorado Springs live music venues are great places to see a concert or performance:

• The Loft Music Venue at  2506 W Colorado Ave
• The Black Sheep at 2106 E Platte Ave
• Stargazers Theatre & Event Center at 10 S Parkside Dr

The Loft Music Venue offers services that include DJs, photography, event and wedding coordinators, party decorations, sound systems, photo booths, catering, wedding reception sites and rehearsal dinner venues.

The Black Sheep has brought top name talent to the local area since 2005. They are one of the premier all-ages music venues near you averaging 4-7 shows a week.

Restaurants With Live Music

These restaurants with live music in your area can be a lot of fun:

• Jack Quinn’s Irish Pub & Restaurant at 21 S Tejon St
• Springs Orleans at 123 E Pikes Peak Ave
• Oskar Blues Grill & Brew at 118 N Tejon St
• Famous Steak House at 31 N Tejon St
• Swirl at 717 Manitou Ave

Jack Quinn’s Irish Pub & Restaurant has authentic Irish food, live music and banquets for any event.

Springs Orleans proudly serves authentic Cajun and Creole dishes.

Swirl Restaurant and Bar has craft beer, family owned vineyards, craft cocktails, and live local music.

Bars With Live Music

Plus there are bars that play live music too:

• Motif Jazz Bar at 182 E Cheyenne Mountain Blvd
• Armadillo Ranch at 962 Manitou Ave
• Legends Rock Bar & Grill at 2790 Hancock Expy
• Copperhead Road Bar & Nightclub at 3330 N Academy Blvd

Motif Jazz Cafe is one of the city’s premier contemporary jazz and fine dining destinations. Immerse yourself in a timeless atmosphere of vivacious live jazz performed by some of the finest musicians around while enjoying classic cocktails reminiscent of a bygone era.

The Armadillo Ranch serves lunch and dinner with chef-prepared selections-stay and regional live music.

Music Festivals In Your Area

And finally for the top music festivals near you:

• Colorado College Summer Music Festival at Packard Hall
• Pikes Peak Celtic Festival at 225 N Gate Blvd

Colorado College Summer Music Festival hosts 54 advanced student musicians in a world-class festival for three weeks of pure magic.

The Pikes Peak Celtic Festival blossomed from an old tradition while the festival field will be filled with the sound of bagpipes, the smell of fish and chips, the sight of world champion Irish dancers, and activities for every age.

You may also be interested in these posts on:

• Instrument Stores In Denver
• Instrument Stores In Boulder
• Instrument Stores In Vail, Aspen & Breckenridge
• Instrument Stores In Albuquerque & Santa Fe

Enjoy The Colorado Springs Local Music Scene

Well guys, we tried cover the scene as well as we could. You read about the best musical instrument stores, drum and guitar shops, instrument repair services, where to go for lessons, vintage CD & record stores, concert halls and other live music venues like bars and restaurants, plus the best festivals near you.

Anyone that is still here probably knows bit about the local music scene themselves. If so feel free to tell us if we got anything incorrect, if we left any cool spots out, or just share your own thoughts in the comments at the end of the post.  No matter if you are trying to buy a new instrument, wanted some live entertainment, needed a vintage CD and record, or just wanted to learn more about music in Colorado Springs we hope you enjoy yourself.