Today we will be discussing the local music scene in Omaha. Obviously it is a very wide ranging subject to dive into, but hopefully there will be some info here to help you out.
The best Omaha musical instrument stores seem like the logical place to start. Different lists for where to buy guitars and the best drum shops near you will also be presented.
Expect there to be some crossover between 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.
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Up next we will get into quality instrument repair shops in your area because some reading this may need a piano tuned, a guitar repaired, or work done on other band instruments and there is somebody out there that can assist.
Then it will be time to pivot to the best music lessons for kids or adults in the area. Following that local stores for music lovers that sell vintage CD’s and records will get a shout out.
We also think many of you will want to know about the best concert halls and live music venues while others who don’t want to buy a ticket might like our list of bars and restaurants that have live music around the city.
And we will get you out of here with the best festivals on the Omaha music calendar. Stay with us til the end where you will find a map with the wide variety of stores and venues we are discussing pointed out.
Read more of our guides for more cities in the region there.
Musical Instrument Stores In Omaha
When you want to go to one of the best musical instrument stores in Omaha head to:
- Schmitt Music at 7355 Dodge St
- Recyclogical Used Musical Instruments at 2318 S 64th Ave
- Amesquita Violins at 1029 N 72nd St
- Millard Music House at 5053 S 136th St
- Nielsen Violin Shop at 1905 Harney St #630
- Thompson Music at 14220 Fort St #103
Band and orchestra instruments, acoustic and digital pianos, accessories, sheet music, and books as well as repair and other services are offered at Schmitt from Monday to Saturday.
Anybody who wants to save a little money can buy cheaper used instruments near you at Recyclogiclal.
Millard House is a one stop shop for all your musical needs that provides professional lessons and private classes for beginners and experienced students as well as instrument rentals, repairs, and sales.
Since 1918 Nielsen has been selling, repairing, and providing rentals for violins, violas, cellos, and double basses from Monday to Saturday.
Thompson specializes in new and used trumpets, mouthpieces, mutes, cases, equipment, and other accessories.
Where To Buy Guitars
If you are specifically trying to buy a guitar or guitar accessories check out:
- Ground Floor Guitar at 4009 Farnam St
- Lidgett Music at 150 W Broadway
- Guitar Center at 3115 Oak View Dr
You can buy your next guitar and sell your old one or even have them repaired at Ground Floor.
Guitar Center is home to one of the largest selections of popular guitars, basses, amplifiers, keyboards, workstations, drums, percussion, microphones, PA systems, DJ equipment, stage lighting, recording software, studio gear, and more.
Lidgett also sells used guitars in Omaha in addition to all the latest and greatest.
Drum Shops Near You
Dietze Music Bellevue at 2440 Cornhusker Road sells all kinds of instruments and is definitely one of the best local stores to buy drums.
Instrument Repair
You can get quality instrument repairs at:
- Hargiss Stringed Instruments at 4002 Hamilton St
- JJ Guitar Repair at 8499 Frederick St
- Sarah E. Gray Restoration at 1722 St. Mary’s Ave
Hargiss has been providing repair, maintenance, restoration, rental, and custom services as well as luthier workshops and classes since 1983. They also sell new, used, and vintage string instruments in your area along with tuners, pickups, straps, components, and many more items.
Have your string and electronic musical instruments repaired at JJ where they also have guitars, amplifiers, keyboards, pro audio, recording gears, and loads of components and accessories that are available for sale.
Quality restoration, maintenance, assembly, and adjustment services for violins, violas, cellos, basses, and bows are provided at Sarah E. Gray.
Many of the places in our instrument shops list can provide quality repairs too.
Music Lessons
You will probably improve your skills by taking music lessons at:
- Adkins Guitar & Music Lessons at 8252 Grover St
- School of Rock at 13270 Millard Ave
- Sing Omaha Studios at 8438 Park Dr
- Studio of Music at In Deerfield Plaza
Drum, guitar, and bass lessons for all ages and skill levels are provided at Adkins.
School of Rock offers web based lessons for guitar and bass, piano, drum as well as singing classes for children, teenagers, and adults.
Sing Omaha Studios offers private vocal lessons, summer show choir camps, and musical theater workshops for students of all ages as well as preparatory classes for weddings, funerals, auditions, and college choir scholarships.
High quality teaching for students of all ages, levels, and ambitions as well as show choirs, musical theaters, vocal ensembles, workshops, classes, summer camps, and audition preparation are provided at Studio of Music.
CD & Record Stores
Some of our favorite local stores for music lovers with lots of vintage CD’s and records are:
- Recycled Sounds at 322 N 76th St
- Homer’s Record Stores at 1210 Howard St
- Vinyl Cup Records at 1108 Jackson St #B
- Kanesville Kollectibles at 530 S 4th St
You can choose from Recycled Sound’s large selection of rock, punk, metal, and alternative music from the 1980’s as well as jazz blues, R&B, folk, and many more items that are also available online.
Homer’s has some of the best selections of new and used CD’s, DVD’s, and vinyl and even buys used records, cassette tapes, and CD’s in your area.
Loads of rare and out of print recordings, LP’s, 45’s, 78’s, 8 tracks, CD’s, cassette tapes, DVD’s, VHS, books, comics, used stereo equipment, and a lot more items are sold at Kanesville Kollectibles from Monday to Saturday.
Omaha Live Music Venues
These Omaha live music venues are great places to see a concert or performance:
- Slowdown at 729 N 14th St
- The Down Under Lounge at 3530 Leavenworth St
- The Well at 1314 Jones St
- The Jewell at 1030 Capitol Ave
- Reverb Lounge at 6121 Military Ave
The Jewell is a live local music venue and cocktail lounge that offers New Orleans inspired gastronomy with a twist that you won’t find anywhere else.
State of the art sound and lighting systems are used at Reverb Lounge Tiki’s performance area to give the audiences and musicians a quality experience along with refreshing beverages and exquisite artisan cocktails.
Restaurants With Live Music
These restaurants with live music in your area can be a lot of fun:
- Dubliner Pub at 1205 Harney St
- O’Leaver’s Pub at 1322 Saddle Creek Rd
- Sullivan’s Steakhouse at 222 S 15th St #100
- Nosh Restaurant & Wine Lounge at 1006 Dodge St
Sullivan’s Steakhouse blends amazing food with live music to create an unmatched fine dining experience.
Bars With Live Music
Plus there are bars that play live music too:
- Two Fine Irishmen at 18101 R Plaza
- The Session Room at 812 N 14th St
- Wired Pub & Grill at 5338 N 103rd St
- The B. Bar at 4330 Leavenworth St
There’s live acoustic music from Tuesday to Sunday at the B. Bar along with shuffleboards, darts, and pinballs as well as happy hours on Thursdays.
Music Festivals In Your Area
The Maha Festival takes place at Stinson Park each summer and is definitely one of the top music festivals in Omaha.
You may also be interested in these posts on:
- Everything About Music In Kansas City
- Everything About Music In Des Moines
- Everything About Music In Wichita
- Everything About Music In Minneapolis & St Paul
Enjoy The Omaha 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 Omaha we hope you enjoy yourself.
