I had never heard of Forte School prior to 2015. It was just another music school to a guy who…read morewouldn't know any better. I sought out wanting piano lessons for my son and I just assumed all schools would be the same. I was directed to Forte because of reviews of my friends'. Upon entering the school, I was impressed, I must admit. But honestly, it's not like I had other music schools to compare it to. The first instructor we had was young, a little wet behind the ears, but a knowledgeable instructor. After the first year, we switched to a more seasoned teacher, much like any student would in regular school. My thought was to have as rounded an education for my son as possible. But this is where it gets real. Our new teacher, Sy Winnie, was from another planet. He didn't just instruct well because he is the greatest piano player I've ever personally witnessed, but he related to my son on a personal level. My son wanted to talk about his piano teacher WELL after the lesson was over and I knew something magical was happening. After the second year, I noticed my son's skills becoming remarkably noticeable and random strangers would comment. He began playing public pianos in different cities we would vacation in, and people even began to tip him! As the years went on, my son has developed such a strong skill in music that it extended not only to him joining the band in middle school and high school, but it actually bettered his academics as well! Music education develops pathways in the brain that normal students never develop which enhance the learning curve on any subject. My son is now in high school, has a 4.0 school average and his musicianship has never been better. His youtube videos of his piano playing has even been watched by thousands. When the quarantine hit, I thought this would slow his music education or even ruin it. But, the owner of the school called me directly to tell me he didn't want to lose him as a student. They set up lessons via tablet-technology and continued regardless of distance. This school doesn't just teach. It cares. I honestly think it changed not only my son's life, but indirectly, mine too.

" So far, my experience has been great. I look forward to my half-hour lesson with Shannon. I've…read morelearned so much in the past month. "

I worked in the Toledo Detroit area for 42 years. At one point Toledo had 17 music stores!…read more I worked for most of them. Craig was driven and committed to his customers and treated his employees well. I got ill and had to resign but I follow the stores. Keep on going Craig! Betty Lanz

From the owner: New & Used Pianos, PianoDisc Player System Installer, New Digital Keyboards, Sheet Music,…read morePiano/Keyboard Rentals, Piano Lessons! Piano Tuning, Repairs, and Restoration!

Terrible experience. No one in charge. I left a family heirloom instrument word a lot of money. I'm…read morebeen in 9 times and called 5. They won't look in the back for my instrument and everyone says someone else has to help me but they are not in. I actually think they sold it and are hiding that fact. Next step is a lawyer and filing theft.

Richard's Music is Toledo's best kept secret! maybe a small…read morestore but they give the best service great quality instruments at a great price. They are always super courteous and they go out of their way to help you in anyway they can. Plus they offer the best sheet music in town variety more than anybody. Check them out you won't be disappointed.

purchased a PV amp online when I received it unusable. Electric ground plug removed, baffle board…read moredamaged, speaker damaged basically unplayable They said there's not much they can do great, never again.

This is the closest music store to my home, so I often visit here. They have always given me great…read moredeals on trade-ins. And they usually have a decent selection of used amps, guitars, pedals, etc, for decent prices. Shoutout to Mason who went above and beyond to help me get the right music gear. Sometimes their selection can be a bit small, depending on what you're looking for. Specifically, the pedal selection could be larger. But they carry plenty of guitars and a good amount of bass guitars as well. I don't play drums anymore, but I do remember seeing quite a few drums sets, snares, cymbals, etc. Overall, a great place to shop if you're nearby.