Music Authority's mission is simple: to provide a community for musicians where they can learn, shop, network, have service done to their instruments, and thrive.

We are #MusicAuthorityFamily!

Recognized as one of the Top 100 Music Stores in the World six years running for 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020; Music Authority has been the cornerstone of the North Georgia music scene for almost two decades.  

We have earned a reputation for amazing customer service, carry an incredible selection of instruments and gear at low prices, and have in house repair shop that can take care of most of your instruments service needs.

Music Authority is also known for and continually sets the benchmarks for top quality student experiences and professional instruction opportunities for music lessons.  Music Authority's students have gone on to study at schools like Belmont, Middle Tennessee, North Georgia, UGA, Georgia Southern, and KSU.
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The educational experience is committed to helping musicians by providing several collaborative and creative performance programs for our students.  In their own venue, The Back Room, Music Authority hosts various workshops throughout the year.  Keep an eye on the events page for the latest updates on what's going on at Music Authority.

Beyond the traditional lesson, Music Authority also offers opportunities to intern in sound production, musical event planning, and learn beginning guitar repair.

Customer Testimonials:

"At Music Authority, Jackson has multiple opportunities to learn music, to play different instruments, to perform, to work in a group and independently, and to learn leadership skills.  He learns how to handle difficult tasks, overcome challenges, and deal with frustrations.  He learns music is fun and it is work.  He learns that commitment and practice can make you a great musician.  He learns dedication to and passion for something.  Music Authority gives Jackson a foundation and skills that he will use for the rest of his life." - Carol Warren


"Music Authority is the place I want to spend my dollars because I get so much satisfaction from music. It’s a great feeling to learn a new song while working with an instructor, or buy that great sounding guitar I’ve been saving up for, or getting together with other musicians that share my passion and jamming together at an organized event. Music Authority offers all these things and more while promoting a friendly family atmosphere. I’m happy to support Music Authority and I’m excited every time I walk through their door. I’ve been a customer for years now and intend to keep spending my dollars there." - Tyler Marshall

We rent school band instruments!

Curbside pickup available!  Call ahead to place your order and let us know when you arrive - we'll deliver your gear to your car!

Music Authority, Inc.
123 Merchants Square
Cumming, GA 30040
Phone: 770-886-9066

- Temporary Hours of Operation -
Monday: 11am - 8pm
Tuesday: 11am - 8pm
Wednesday: 11am - 8pm
Thursday: 11am - 8pm
Friday: 11am - 6pm
Saturday: 9am - 6pm
Sunday: 1:30pm - 6pm