Welcome to this full break down of the music scene in Tulsa which is definitely a wide ranging subject to dive into but we think we got it down pretty well.
The best musical instrument stores in your area seem like the logical place for us to begin. Different lists for where to buy guitars and the best drum shops will also be shared and while there is plenty of crossover between some lists we think we got the right spots in the right places for you.
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Up next we will get into quality instrument repair shops near you 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 local music lessons for kids or adults. Following that 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 here while some others may prefer to visit bars and restaurants that have free live music around the city.
And we will get you out of here with the best festivals on the Tulsa 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.
Everyone reading this is welcome to look through more of our city guides at that link.
Tulsa Musical Instrument Stores
Some of the best Tulsa musical instrument stores would be:
- The Music Store at 9120 E 31st St
- Firey Brothers Music at 516 S Sheridan Rd
- Bishline Banjos
Bishline Banjos offers several custom options for their products including radius fingerboards, laminated, tunneled, and short scale necks as well as customization like engraving, plating, powder coating, and traditional or original inlay.
You can also purchase instruments at Saied Music from our lessons list, and of course the guitars and drums sections can get you sorted too.
Where To Buy Guitars
For all the guitars and accessories you need check out:
- Band & Guitars at 5433 S Mingo Rd
- Guitar House at 1216 S Harvard Ave
- GH Reno Guitars at 5725 E Admiral Pl
Since 1985 Band & Guitars has been selling a selection of products, pedals, and accessories for band and orchestra instruments in your area.
A couple of other great places to buy guitars in Tulsa would be The Music Store and Firey Brothers from our first list.
Drum Shops Near You
And then there are these drum shops near you:
- Drum World at 2226 S 92nd E Ave
- BWC Drumworks at 10909 S Memorial Dr
Instrument Repair
Instrument repairs are available at:
- Violin Shop at 220 N Main St
- SLJ Guitars
Violin Shop is a full service repair and restoration shop for all string instruments near you. You can find durable handcrafted and custom instruments that look beautiful as they sound at SLJ Guitars who is also known for quality repairs.
Music Lessons
Level up by taking lessons at a music school in your area:
- Saied Music at 9320 E 71st St
- Good Life Music at 7807 E 91st St B
- Music Academy at 8022 S Sheridan Rd
Saied Music has been offering quality products from some of the world’s top brands including pianos, keyboard, organ, guitar, and sheets for band and orchestra since 1946. Of course they are also a good place to take local music lessons or they wouldn’t be on this list.
Music classes for students age 7 years and older including piano, electric and acoustic guitar, drums, violin, voice, songwriting, and many more are offered at Good Life Music & Media.
CD & Record Stores
Check out all kinds of vintage CD’s and records at these local stores for music lovers:
- Vintage Stock at 5353 E 41st St
- Josey Records at 1020 S Rockford Ave
- Starship Records & Tapes at 1241 S Lewis Ave
- Blue Moon Discs at 2606 S Sheridan Rd # E
- Studio Records at 320 S Trenton Ave
- Oil Capital Vinyl at 2607 S Memorial Dr
Vintage Stock is an all in one store that offers a wide range of hit movies that are available in Blu-ray, DVD, and 4k UHD, retro and modern video games, music, toy, and poster collectibles, comics, and memorabilia. Vinyl records and CD’s, collectibles, cassettes, turntables, posters, and musical accessories are sold at Josey Records.
Starship Records & Tapes is one of the largest and oldest shops in your area that offers a wide range of vinyl and CD’s, exclusive turntables, and plenty more. A great selection of new and quality used vinyl, turntables, and accessories are sold Studio Records.
Tulsa Live Music Venues
Seeing a concert at Tulsa live music venues is always a good time:
- The Vanguard at 222 N Main St
- Cain’s Ballroom at 423 N Main St
- The Colony at 2809 S Harvard Ave
- Venue Shrine at 112 E 18th St
- Maggie’s Music Box at 201 E Main St
Fun Restaurants With Entertainment
You can take a date or a group of friends to these restaurants with live music:
- Lefty’s on Greenwood at 10 N Greenwood Ave
- Duet at 108 N Detroit Ave
- The Chalkboard Restaurant at 1324 S Main St
- Sisserou’s Caribbean Restaurant at 107 N Boulder Ave C
- Nola’s Creole & Cocktails at 1334 E 15th St
You can either watch sports games on television or listen to live music every day at Lefty’s on Greenwood with typical food and beverage offerings. Duet is a trendy American style restaurant that offers good food and private concerts with special guests every month.
Bars With Live Music
There are also some bars that play live music around town:
- Soundpony Lounge at 409 N Main St
- Inner Circle Vodka Bar at 410 N Main St
- Fassler Hall at 304 S Elgin Ave
- 5 O’Clock Somewhere Bar at 8330 Riverside Pkwy
Try Inner Circle’s vodka infused drinks while listening to DJ’s and live local music or play games on their patio. Fassler is a German Beer Hall that is known for its beer, brunch, and live entertainment.
Music Festivals In Your Area
Have as much fun as you can at these music festivals near you:
- Backwoods Music Festival in April
- Rocklahoma in May
The Backwoods Music Festival is a 2 day event held in the Ozarks where the stages have music from the early afternoon until late into the evening. This festival included all types of music including electronic, folk, jam bands, future funk, dance, reggae, psychedelic rock, indie, blues, dubstep, and more.
Rocklahoma has had some of the biggest names in rock-n-roll grace it’s stages. The event is strictly rock, punk, and heavy metal and Steel Panther, Buckcherry, Popevil, Fever 333, The Cult, and many more have played the event.
In the past we have also discussed:
- Guitar & Drum Shops In OKC
- Guitar & Drum Shops In KC
- Guitar & Drum Shops In Little Rock
- Guitar & Drum Shops In Dallas & Ft Worth
Enjoy The Tulsa Local Music Scene
We tried to cover the scene as well as possible on this page. You learned 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 near you like bars and restaurants, plus the best festivals in the region.
You might just know a little bit about the local music scene yourself if you made it this far. If so tell us what we got wrong in the comments or share your own thoughts on the scene, and now it is time for you to go enjoy the music in Tulsa.