Practice Spaces
One of the most common questions on the Yahoo Group is about practice space and where to find it. A list is being compiled here of practice spaces in the D.C. Metro Area, which you'll be able to access anytime through the link under "Resources For Musicians" in the right hand column. If you have something to add, please post it as a comment below. The list will be updated as people submit more information.
Practice Spaces in the D.C. Metro Area:
Barco Rebar
Falls Church, VA
703-207-1657
http://www.barcorebar.com
One World Studios
Washington, D.C.
202-234-2771
http://1worldstudios.com/rehearsal.htm
Uncle Bob's Self Storage
Alexandria, VA
800-242-1715
http://www.unclebobs.com
studio3dc
Washington, DC
202-270-2744
http://www.studio3dc.com
posted by Mike @ 3:58 PM
22 comments
22 Comments:
I'm looking for a one-time only practice space for my husband, who is an out-of-practice drummer. Drum set would need to be supplied, the room sound-proofed. Does anyone have any suggestions?
UncleBob's self storage let's bands practice there? I thought storage spaces typically didn't let people practice there, is this place an exception?
I'm not sure what the official policy is at Uncle Bob's, but a lot of bands seem to practice there.
barcorebar is a great practice space. Richard is a solid scenster who has spent the past 10 years or more supplying the DC area with quality space.
My band practices at "Barco Rebar" in Falls Church. We pay 240 a month for one weekly 4-hr block. It's grungy and dirty and the equipment is pretty beat-up but it does the job. We've looked at alternatives but haven't found anything better.
I have practiced on and off at Barco Rebar for at least 10 Years and All Gear is supplied (minus guitar,cymbals) and the rooms sound good. Once a bass amp blew up and I called Richard and he had another one there in 15 minutes. He has told me in the past that space is impossible to find (hence not many other rehearsal spaces around) and extremely expensive to rent.
Uncle Bob's is currently full for band space - try to get on the wait list.
Dream Sound Studios in Manassas has three practice rooms with drums and a PA. Heres Dream Sounds info:
DreamSound LLC
8800 Commerce Ct Suites 102, 103
Manassas, VA 20110
(703)-365-9788
www.dreamsoundmusic.com
Please tell them Fistful of Fifties sent you.
I'm looking for a practice area without time limits. We need to be able to play whenever we need and sleep there if needed. Can Anyone point me in the right direction? Anything from a cabin to storage space...
I'm looking for a practice area without time limits. We need to be able to play whenever we need and sleep there if needed. Can Anyone point me in the right direction? Anything from a cabin to storage space...
Finally!...A real rehearsal studio. A friend of mine told me about this place called Rockville Rehearsal (www.rockvillerehearsal.com). I just reserved my own studio there. My prayers have been answered.
I'm just looking for somewhere were I can practice piano...nothing fancy, just a piano and a sound-proof room...any suggestions?
Can anyone give me street addresses for Barco Rebar, or Rockville Rehearsal Studio or DreamSOund, which seems to have moved? All their web sites either don't list contact info, of have phone numbers that they don't return messages on. I figure I'll just drive to one of them and try to reserve a space in person but they don't even list addresses! Thanks.
for space to practice piano, I would check out a local university or community college. They tend to have soundproof rooms with pianos that you can book some time to practice in.
I'm a reporter at the Washington Post--also have a band--looking to write about the lack of rehearsal space in DC and Northern VA. Looking to talk to bands that have tried weird/intersting locales--garages, storage spaces, expensive recording studios, churches, whatever. Help shed light on this important issue! Call me ASAP 703-443-6840.
I'm a reporter at the Washington Post--also in a band--looking to write about the lack of practice space in the metro area. Looking to talk to bands that have tried everything in the book: garages, expensive studios, storage spaces, churches, etc. Call me ASAP to shed light on this important issue! 703-443-6840. -Jon
Linear Sound is located in Fredericksburg VA. We offer pro level rehearsal space for $15 an hr. (PA included) Our rooms are sound-treated, climate controlled and clean! We have been in business for 2 years and we are not going anywhere. Check us out: www.myspace.com/linearsound or www.linearsoundstudio.com We are an hour South of DC right off 95.
For Practice Space in Washington D.C. try studio3dc.com we have multiple rooms, are in a commercial space and are open 24 hours a day. 202 270 2744
What happened to Rockville Studios? I was interested in their rehearsal studios but they don't return inquiry. Can't find them on the net? Seemed like a cool idea. Anyone?
studio3dc is a large practice studio in brookland dc (near cathloic u) that is now open. we have two rooms, soon to be four. we provide the basic equipment, 4 hours @ $65. www.studio3dc.com
Anyone know of any spots near Herndon VA for rent? I see them in DC, Rockville,Alexandria, but would be nice if there was space near Herndon or Sterling. If anyone knows of anything Please let us know, Thx!
Studio 3 DC has the potential of being a great practice space for local bands, the owner guy is quite friendly and helpful but...
First:
1.- They seem to never check their e-mail or respond to phone messages when you try to book a practice.
2. - The practice rooms are dark, dusty and have no kind of acoustic padding whatsoever, just concrete walls, no AC or ventilation of any kind either so it gets hot as balls.
3.- There is never a working a PA and you're extremely lucky if you get two working guitar cabinets at the same time.
That said, it has potential and its a fairly new space so this critique may be a little harsh. But for 20 bucks per hour, they should make more of an effort to actually provide the services they say they provide on their website.
Out of all of the other almost non-existent rehearsal spaces in DC we have only tried One World Studios, and the place is great and delivers on what it promises.
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