Our Academy of Music Performance (AMP) is back for the spring season! This unique program is geared toward students of all ages who want to join a band and learn how to perform in a group setting. At the end of the semester a public performance at Decatur’s famed Eddie’s attic allows performers to show off their stuff in a venue that has launched acts such as the Indigo Girls and John Mayer. The AMP program is a great way to go beyond individual lessons, connect with other musicians and develop the skills needed to play in a band. Registration is open through early Feb. but the earlier the better as our classes have been filling up quickly.

To learn more about the program in general see our top 10 questions about AMP
For information on the spring semester and to sign up go here: http://bit.ly/dVGFDj

See pictures from fall semester

To all of our customers – thank you so much for shopping and making music with us in 2011. The year brought a lot of highlights including moving into our new Conyers space in the Salem Gate shopping center, a growing lessons program in both Conyers and Decatur, 4 sessions of WeeJam (our amazing program for kids ages 0-6) and 2 great semesters of our Academy of Music Performance (AMP) where some our youngest performers in the history of the program took the stage at Eddies Attic. We are excited to do even more in 2012 to help our communities make music and know that with the continued support of the amazing folks in Conyers, Decatur and surrounding areas we can make it all happen.

So with that said we just wanted to take a moment to thank all of you that support us and other local small businesses – it is because of people like you that we can continue to thrive and grow.

Here’s to 2012!

Sincerely,
The Firehouse Guitars & Music Team

Hey folks, we are open for special Sunday holiday hours again today in both Decatur and Conyers from 12-5. Stop in for some last minute shopping. Not sure what to buy for your favorite musician? We have gift cards so you can let them pick out whatever they need! Hope to see you soon, the Firehouse Guitars & Music team.

We are currently open on Sundays from 12-5 for extended holiday hours. So feel free to come see us at either store these next couple of weekends on whatever day suits your shopping needs best. Hope to see you there!

We are running a special deal on Black Friday – bring in any Black Friday coupon from any store and we will honor it – up to 25% off any one item. So, shop local and still get a deal! Also come see us on Small Business Saturday and get a $25 credit from American Express. Lots of reasons to kick off your holiday shopping this weekend!

Our winter semester of WeeJam Music and Movement class for kids ages 0-6 is now open! Classes start Jan 5th and meet every Saturday at 10am through Feb. 25th. To learn more see http://bit.ly/vIkPqh – we hope to see you there!

The Taylor Guitars Road Show is all about guitars, giving you a chance to talk shop with our team from the Taylor factory. Whether you’re new to Taylor, a longtime Taylor owner, or thinking about getting your first guitar, we think you’ll find our Road Show a fun, informative event. Our shows feature:

• A demo of how acoustic guitar shapes and woods affect tone
• The Taylor “Petting Zoo,” where you can sample a variety of Taylor guitars
• Personal advice to help you find the right guitar
• An opportunity to test-drive the new GS Mini^™
• A wide selection of Taylor guitars for sale, including new models and one-offs
• Free TaylorWare, Elixir^® Strings, & digital subscriptions to Premier Guitarmagazine, while supplies last*

October 14, 2011 7:00 p.m.

Taylor Guitars Roadshow video from Boston

Wanna be in a band? Now you can by joining our Academy of Music Performance Fall 2011 semester! This unique program is geared toward students of all ages who want to learn how to perform in a group setting. The program combines individual instruction and group rehearsals with a band mentor to get students prepared for a coveted show at Decatur’s own Eddie’s Attic. This is a great way to go beyond individual lessons, connect with other musicians and develop the skills needed to play in a band. To learn more and to sign up go here: http://bit.ly/dVGFDj and select “students” (for existing students) or non-student for those that do not yet have an individual instructor. We look forward to seeing you rock out very soon!

Our fall WeeJam class for 0-6 year olds is now open for registration. Classes will be held Saturday mornings Sept. 17th-Nov. 5th with two class times at 9 and 10am. To learn more about WeeJam and to register see http://bit.ly/dVGFDj. We hope to see you and your little ones this fall!

We just got back from Summer Namm where we got the chance to check out some amazing new gear & accessories including some new ukeleles that should arrive any day.  New audio and lighting gear will be soon to follow. Oh – and if you haven’t heard we are a Martin (Decatur only) and Taylor dealer now so if you are in the market for a new acoustic come see us! And if you are looking for us to bring in any new products for the holiday season let us know by emailing marketing@guitarsatlanta.com or hitting us up on Facebook or Twitter. We are committed to providing high quality gear and giving the good folks of Conyers, Decatur and Atlanta a quality local music shop!

Sincerely,
Eric & Lori Murphy, Owners, Firehouse Guitars & Music of Atlanta