Over the next few minutes we will try to fill you in on everything we know about music in Geneva. This is certainly a broad topic but we will do our best to cover the full scene in this post.
To get the ball rolling we will discuss the best musical instrument stores in Geneva. 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.
Contents
Up next we will get into where to go for quality instrument repair because 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 local 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 Geneva 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. Europe is an area we have discussed many times in the past.
Musical Instrument Stores In Geneva
When you want to go to one of the best musical instrument stores in Geneva head to:
- Servette-Music at Rue de la Servette 92
- Mr. Kaspar Maurer at Rue Dizerens 7
- The Works at Rue Jacques-Dalphin 51
- Leadmusic at Rue Albert-Richard 2
- St-Genis Music at Rue du Mont Rond 433
- CGS Musique at Rue de la Banquedu 24
Mr. Kaspar Maurer services and tunes stringed instruments in your area and have a great choice of equipment and accessories including cases, strings, rosin, stands, metronomes, and a wide range of items can be ordered.
The Works offers its backline rental service for all your musical events. Drums, cymbals, various percussions such as congas, bongos or timpani, amplifiers for guitar, bass or keyboard, digital piano, and various stands are all available.
Servette-Music specializes in selling quality instruments as well as luthier service and creations for brass, woodwinds, guitars, and drums.
Where To Buy Guitars
If you are specifically trying to buy a guitar or guitar accessories check out:
- Vincenti Guitares at Blvd de Saint-Georges 52
- Music Store at Rue du Léman 7
- Décibel Musique at 5 Ave Jules Ferry
Music Store sells guitars, basses, ukules, violins, and brass instruments near you, all of which are thoroughly checked, adjusted, and precisely tuned.
Other places that we have mentioned throughout the post that are great places to buy guitars are Servette-Music, The Works, and CGS Musique.
Drum Shops Near You
And for the best drum shops in your area:
- Drum Accessories at Rue du Prieuré 6
- Drums & Percussion Center at Route de Chêne 67
Drums & Percussion is a local drum school led by Al Widmoser and his team of professionals. It is also a shop where drummers will find everything they need from electronic drums to skins and sticks.
We mentioned Servette-Music and The Works in the first list but they are also great places to buy drums in Geneva.
Instrument Repair
You can get quality instrument repairs at:
- Atelier Claude Martin at Ave des Tilleuls 3
- The Guitar Spot at Rue de Livron 21
- Guitar Solo V. Cervi at Rue du Vieux-Billard 2
Servette-Music, Kaspar Maurer, and St-Genis Music are more good options for instrument repairs in your area.
Music Lessons
You will probably improve your skills by taking music lessons at:
- Le Conservatoire De Musique De Genève at Blvd du Théâtre 5
- ETM School Music Actuelles at Route des Acacias 8
- Geneva University of Music at Rue de l’Arquebuse 12
Etm School Music Actuelles has group lessons and workshops for kids, theoretical music, workshops for specific genres, music in film, and much more. The Geneva University of Music is structured into six departments each with their own skills in teaching, research, and dissemination.
CD & Record Stores
Some of our favorite local stores for music lovers with lots of vintage CD’s and records are:
- Vinyl Geneve at Rue de la Servette 3
- O’CD at Rond-Point de Plainpalais 6
- Bongo Joe Records at Place des Augustins 9
Bongo Joe is a record store that offers a wide selection of vinyl records, cassettes, and a selection of CDs and books. It even has a refreshment bar with a terrace where you can have a drink and meet friends.
Geneva Live Music Venues
These Geneva live music venues are great places to see a concert or performance:
- Salle de l’Alhambra at Rue de la Rôtisserie 10
- SEG Geneva Arena at Route de l’Aéroport 29
- Victoria Hall at Rue du Général-Dufour 14
- PTR at Place des Volontaires 4
- Mr Pickwick Pub Genève at Rue de Lausanne 80
The Alhambra was inaugurated in 1920 and listed as a World Heritage Site. It now hosts concerts as well as the opening and closing of Geneva film festivals.
Victoria Hall is renowned worldwide especially for the excellent acoustics of the concert hall and the monumental organ which is one of the most famous in Europe. Victoria Hall can be rented by production companies or individuals for cultural events.
Restaurants With Live Music
These restaurants with live music in your area can be a lot of fun:
- L’Atelier at Rue Boissonnas 16
- Britannia Pub at Place de Cornavin 6
- Lady Godiva Pub at Blvd du Pont-d’Arve 53
Lady Godiva Pub has live music and DJ nights. Come after work for a beer with friends, enjoy a meal, and then settle in for the entertainment.
Bars With Live Music
Plus there are bars that play live music too:
- Chat Noir Club at Rue Vautier 13
- Le Bateau-Lavoir at Prom. des Lavandières
- The Leopard Room Bar & Lounge at Quai du Mont-Blanc 17
- Mambo at Rue de Monthoux 60
- MO Bar at Quai Turrettini 1
The Leopard Bar offers an impressive drinks selection including a prestigious wine list, creative cocktails, and an extensive whiskey menu featuring over 50 pure malt and blended options. With a sophisticated ambiance and curated cocktail menu MO Bar is one of the most popular local hotspots.
From morning coffees on the summer terrace overlooking the river to lunch meetings and evening drinks with daily live music sample a wide selection of culinary delights and delicious drinks.
Music Festivals In Your Area
And finally for the top music festivals near you:
The Montreux Jazz Festival takes place for two weeks every summer on the shores of Lake Geneva and is a can’t miss music festival in your area.
You may also be interested in these posts about:
- Where To Buy CD’s & Records In Zurich
- Where To Buy CD’s & Records In Lyon
- Where To Buy CD’s & Records In Milan
- Where To Buy CD’s & Records In Paris
Enjoy The Geneva 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 and 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 Geneva we hope you enjoy yourself.
