I can't say enough good things about my experience at The Music Shop, and especially about my…read moreinstructor, Dave Wheeler. I'm a 72-year-old saxophonist who picked up the saxophone for the very first time after retiring from a 40-year career in biochemistry spanning academia and research. So yes, I came in knowing enzymes better than eighth notes. Dave has been an absolute gift. He brings a deep well of music theory knowledge, practical musicianship, and real-world experience to every lesson. More importantly, he has remarkable patience and creativity. He listens carefully, identifies where I'm struggling, and then designs clear, effective strategies that make practice both productive and enjoyable between lessons. What I especially value is that Dave doesn't teach from a script. He adapts to the student in front of him--age, background, learning style, and goals included. Thanks to his guidance, I've made steady progress, gained confidence, and genuinely look forward to practicing and improving. If you're considering lessons at The Music Shop -- whether you're 08 or 78 -- I can't recommend Dave Wheeler highly enough. He's the real deal. -- Michael Van Allen, student https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelavanallen/

I'm sharing my experience to help others make an informed decision…read more I brought in a ~1-year-old student flute (purchased on the West Coast) for what I now know were minor adjustments. At the time, I followed the technician's recommendation for a full COA. When the instrument was returned, it played essentially the same as when I dropped it off. I brought it back a second time. It came back slightly improved, but still not properly adjusted. A few weeks later, I visited an independent flute technician in Brooklyn. He immediately identified the issues, charged nearly half the cost, spent over an hour on the instrument, and fixed it correctly. It has remained in excellent playing condition since. Based on this experience, I would not return here for service or purchase. I would strongly encourage others especially parents of student players to seek a second opinions and verify the quality of work.

Geddy's a good dude and does a good job setting up guitars. Took two acoustics that needed its…read moreaction brought down. One of them had an impossibly high action and I wasn't sure he'd be able to shave the saddle down enough. But he did an excellent job on both and they play beautifully. They were intonated perfectly and without and fret buzz. Price was good--better than what a setup would have cost at Sweetwater, for example, and I liked the fact he's local and can do the setup once I receive the guitar since the shipment process itself can alter how a guitar is set up. Also, as a side note, he also makes candles on the side and will give you a sample.

Excellent service, pricing, and work! I got both an electric and an acoustic set up by Geddy and…read morestill love playing them several months later! I will definitely be going back.

I went for the first time a couple of weeks ago interested in a small practice amp and I left with…read moreone I'm really happy with in 10 minutes. Ritchie's is a nice, local music shop. It wasn't racks upon racks of the same overpriced, mass produced, mid-grade instruments and equipment that pack the corporate chain stores. The store is well organized and the staff is knowledgeable and helpful. It's worth a visit.

I knew George from the Route 46 locations so I was excited to see they were till around. I drove…read moreout to this new location and not only was George not there, but the drum shop had barely much of an assortment. At any rate I inquired about a Pearl Hi Hat Seat model that was for my stand from several years back and they said they could acquire it and would phone me. Almost 2 years have gone by, I have never heard from them. Wrote this store off and it's a shame because I spend roughly $1k a year on equipment and maintenance of that equipment.

Decent music store in Sussex. They have a small collection of guitars at competitive prices…read more There's a variety of used guitars in good to very good condition. Stopped in for a new guitar strap and some medium picks. I believe that they also provide repair services on instruments as a customer brought an acoustic guitar for service.

From the owner: Sussex County Music for all your music needs including repairs, lessons, instrument rentals, new…read moreand used gear. Electric and acoustic guitars, strings, accessories, amps, keyboards, basses, PA and recording gear.

We hired Just Better movers for a move from NJ to Maryland, including an N3X piano…read more The movers were quick, professional, and they did an outstanding job. When our stuff arrived at the destination, they had to go up a full flight of stairs with the piano, and the movers handled it brilliantly. I would highly recommend this company. The owner is fantastic, very kind and responsible. The head mover of my team, Mussa, was absolutely amazing. thank you, Just Better, for an outstanding job!

Such a great family work team that has years of piano moving experience.. they came in, saw the…read morepiano and knew exactly what to do. Piano was safely in their truck in minutes and they let me and my packed bags ride in the truck with them to my new place. Got it set up in my new place and asked me the exact preferred angle I wanted it positioned in the room.

For my first build I tried to make a reproduction Fender 5w Champ. Unfortunately, when I was…read morefinished there was no sound! Branson Soundworks diagnosed and solved the problem quickly and at a reasonable price. He even gave me some advice for future builds. I would recommend their services without reservation.

From the owner: Branson SoundWorks specializes in vintage and antique audio electronics repair. We also build…read morecustom analog audio equipment according to our customers needs.

One of the most unethical guys out there scamming customers. When my wife called Mr. Xu for a piano…read moretune up, he said that the fee would be $85. After he came to our house, he made up all different excuses that my piano was old and unserviceable because it hasn't been tuned in years. He demanded $170 from my wife. Since I was not home, my wife obliged, paying him double the amount of what Mr. Xu had agreed on the phone. This is gross and disgusting for people like Mr. Xu to make customer morally committed and shell out double amount of the agreed upon quote. We would have been okay if he indicated on the phone that $85 for piano that has been regularly serviced and for 30 minutes of tuning. In the end, he only spent 30 minutes and still charged us $170 because we have an old piano. Typical bait and switch and I would strongly urge people to stay away from this shop. When I called him and trying to get to the bottom of the story, he screamed at me and saying that I do not know what I am talking about. Nice try, $170 for a 30 minutes of tuning and storytelling.

OK I am a very picky customer, I admit it. I have OCD and I can't help it. But my experience with…read moreNew York Piano City has been wonderful. I found one little imperfection (a small scratch) on my piano after it was delivered, I wasn't sure it was from my dog or the movers. I called the store and ask if they can do anything about it. (I really wasn't hoping for any compensation as I purchased the piano 3 weeks after I found that little scratch). Not only that they send over a technician to check the piano right away, they also offered different discount options for me to choose from. THEY ARE AMAZING

We absolutely LOVE Lindeblad School of Music!! Our daughter has been taking lessons here since she…read morewas three years old (she's ten now) and our experience has exceeded our expectations every single year! All the staff from the front desk, to the teachers, to the director (she's THE BEST) are qualified and professional. In the last couple of years, our daughter joined the choir and musical theatre programs offered by the school as well. We're so thankful for this type of enrichment extended to students who love music. Our daughter has had the chance to perform at Carnegie Hall with the choir from Lindeblad. We truly cannot say enough great things about this school!

I like how professional the teachers are and patient with my son. Clean place, equipped with coffee…read moremachine and very kind, friendly staff.

Great teacher! I used to go for lessons before I went to college. I was always ahead of all of the…read moreother drummers. You can also have a bite to eat before or after the lesson since the lessons are held in Don's Sandwich Shop. Great food too! If you are looking for a great drum teacher - this is your place!

From the owner: Professional Drum Instruction for Beginners to Advanced Students for both the Snare Drum and Drum…read moreSet. We do repairs, refinish, customize, as well as sell Drums, Cymbals and all the equipment.