Friendly, helpful staff. Been going here since I started violin back in grade school. They have a…read moresmaller selection than other stores, but you get a more personalized experience going to a smaller store. They are very helpful in finding what you need, even if you're not quite sure what that is. :)

I stopped by as I had not noticed the store before. (I do not get to Hopkins much either) I made…read morethe mistake of asking if it was new and the person at the counter replied," Not really, been here since 1955." The body language said it all. I was not welcome and should leave because he was not going to look up. I asked if they did guitar lessons and again the guy hesitates and does not look up . He says "No not really." But they do over 375 a week on a good week of lessons I was informed. That was nice to know as I was looking for a market that needed a friendly music environment and this sure seems like one! Maybe it was a bad day but the 375 students were not there only me so I feel this rating is appropriate especially seeing it looks common in other rating.

This business seems to be badly managed. Messaged twice about lessons but have never heard anything…read moreback. Tried to order an attachment for my violin. They placed the order, never heard anything. Really wanted to like this business as it is local to me and I love music. Won't go to a business that clearly doesn't want mine.

My son takes Clarinet lessons and it has been great. His teacher is well-rounded and very…read moreexperienced. We rent his clarinet through Cadenza and the service has been terrific. We also regularly purchase accessories, music and other items and have had a great experience all round.

I from Seattle, but always stop at the Pickin' Parlor when in town. They always have a good…read moreselection of new and used Nannie's at good prices. If I lived in Minneapolis, I would definitely take lessons there.

I went here while visiting Minnesota and was very pleased with the quality of bluegrass instruments…read moreand banjos. I am a semi beginner banjo player so I wanted to find the right purchase and banjos fir me needs. The help I received and great customer service was beyond helpful. I also purchased my Gold Star from here and had it shipped to California easily. The staff is super nice and store had a great vibe

Very good experience! I didn't buy a guitar this time (black custom), but the crew were still very…read morehelpful and friendly. Very clean shop with a solid selection of premium guitars. I'm sure I'll make the drive out again. Thanks guys!

My cello was "born" in 1970 in West Germany. I've had it for over 20 years and it has been through…read moreeverything with me! My cello is a real workhorse and I've played gigs all over the country including many places outside: the beach, farms, orchards, gardens.. I even did a wedding in drizzling rain where I had to walk a quarter mile through the forest without my case. So naturally it has gotten a bit dinged up along the way. It has always played good and although I knew eventually I should take it into a shop, I was never able to afford to until very recently. I came to House of Note with my concerns: some new cracks, the neck was all messed up, the wood needed to be cleaned and conditioned, my fine tuners were so full of rosin I could barely use them, new strings, and my bow needed TLC. Everyone was super helpful at the shop and over the phone. It took about a week and $900 later (totally reasonable considering all that they did and how much work it needed), my cello looks and sounds better than ever!! They even helped me fix an issue with my case so that I didn't need to purchase a new one. I'm new to Minnesota and am going to begin teaching again. Although it is about a 45 minute drive for me, and probably over an hour for my new students, I am definitely going to send them here. Highly recommended for all your string instrument needs!

Yes, it's possible some of the people who work here like violins more than they like people. My…read morefamily has never had anything other than fabulous service, and if you look at St Louis Park Schools orchestra program and how amazing it is, it seems a bit of credit might be due to the store down the street. I accidentally signed up for Suzuki lessons with my kid. So I'm playing violin too! We have rentals and the process was simple. (Our teacher called them and told them what instruments we should get) I went back for a chin rest, and yes the woman who sold it to me was a bit quiet, bordering on cold. I went back in when I snapped a string while trying to tune, and the man who fixed it was reassuring and kind, and fast. They have a stricter mask policy than many places which I appreciate, especially they work with a lot of kids.

Groth Music was recommended to get sheet music and boy, did they deliver. I ended up speaking with…read moreDan who was beyond helpful! I highly recommend this for your musical needs.

Sent me a used ocarina at new price, and it was damaged with scratches and pen marks all over it…read more Mailed in envelope with songbook already in soft case, no printed box or formed space. Currently trying to get refund and return, company ignoring my emails. Fuck Groth.