Brought in an expensive 1975 Selmer Mark 6 alto saxophone. The pads that cover the tone holes were…read moreout of shape. Had previously brought this to a music shop in Avon called Music & - - - - where I was quoted $1,200 & 2 months to repair. So I brought it to The Music Shop on a hunch. They charged about $157.00 & 1 week to repair. When I got the sax back, they had fixed things I didn't even know was wrong with it such as straightening keys, re-setting posts. They had re-set all the pads and the sax was as good as new. When I played it, I knew that these people cared enough about quality repairs that I can trust them for any future work.

A while back the nut cracked on my 1986 Guild D212 12-string acoustic guitar. Unfortunately, I'd no…read moreidea where to find somewhere to repair it, and the one lead I had turned out to be someone who'd just retired. So I stopped by The Music Shop when my travels brought me to the neighborhood to see if they had any leads. "Sure," said the young man at the counter. "Our manager does that." A couple of phone calls later, to make sure the guitar and I would arrive during his working hours, he was looking confidently and affectionately at my beloved Guild. A replacement nut leapt into his hand, he asked me about strings, gave me a price, and made a guess at how long it would take (which was wrong, but that's par for the course). Today I picked it up. My baby is back, looks better than I've ever made it look, and sounds wonderful. This wasn't anything resembling a challenging repair to a luthier - I know that - but my beloved Guild got real Tender Loving Care, and that's as good as it gets.

Gil is such a nice guy. I was visiting my parents and didn't bring my cello with me, and with…read morefingers crossed called Gil to see if he had an adult cello that I could rent. He took the time to fix the strings, supply new rosin for me, and tune the cello for me. He also made time to access my Dad's guitar to see if it was sellable or just something to donate. Very patient and friendly person. You never feel like he's rushed for time. Will definitely be back!!

Gil Flores is a remarkable, talented musician with a deep knowledge and mastery of many musical…read moreinstruments. A wonderful teacher thoroughly educated with hands on playing as well as the theory of music. Proficient and devoted he has done wonders for enriching the minds of students at any age.

We visited Beller's Music in June 2025 to attend a recital. Students were of all ages on flute and…read morepiano. They all did an excellent job! The students all seem very comfortable with the instructors and demonstrated a variety of skill levels from just a few months playing to several years. There are several classrooms and teachers for a variety of instruments including violin, saxophone, etc. One of the students I know did not get on well with their first instructor and was quickly reassigned to another who they just love. It's good to know the students have options and the owners want students to have an enjoyable experience. Plenty of parking behind the building in a free public lot. Handicap entrance is on the street side of the building with on-street parking available. Restrooms available on classroom level. Store sells and rents instruments and associated items.

I went into Beller's Music Of Manchester with the intention of purchasing a Teton Mahogany Parlor…read moreGuitar. When I began to complete the transaction, the bank declined the transaction due to the fact that I had never purchased an item from Beller's. As a response to the decline the woman behind the front desk began to question the legitimacy of my ability to purchase the 381.00 guitar beautiful instrument by the way ( reminded me of Robert Johnson ). With the perception that I was attempting to acquire the instrument without completely paying for the instrument she elaborates to me that " In order for ( you ) to purchase this instrument " You cannot use a card we will only accept cash from YOU. - I did not walk out with that guitar that day - Yes I am African American ----- RA

Never had a problem shopping here, pretty much everything you're looking for, limited on some…read morethings, but an abundance of wind instruments. Good store especially for the young, aspiring musician.

Hey guys! Thanks for being there! I love this little store. Nice folks, good selection and great…read moreprices. I recommend highly! Thanks!

5/5!!! I've been taking lessons here for years and I couldn't ask for better people and musicians!!…read moreEveryone is super nice and is always putting the students and customers first.

I visited Music Center to get an instrument for my elementary school student that is taking flute…read morethis year. Mark Minotti greeted us quickly and knew exactly what we were looking for. He explained the different rental options (4 month vs. 10 month) and filled out the appropriate paperwork for the rental agreement. He was extremely enthusiastic and knew how to talk to someone (myself) that knew nothing about musical instruments. This is a home town shop with a little cafe inside. There's a little bit of organized chaos throughout the place but that's what you'd expect and it adds to the charm.

I have taken vocal lessons here for years and in the last 6 months added drum and guitar lessons…read more The instructors are knowledgeable, patient and kind. I have seen dramatic improvement in my singing abilities thanks to the excellent instruction I have received. They have established a wonderful community of performers and teachers, which really comes through at the monthly open mic sessions they hold. These sessions give students the opportunity to practice their craft in front of a supportive crowd. The benefit of singing with a live backing band rather than just a canned recording cannot be overstated and is a huge benefit when you are trying to learn how to perform on stage. Highly, highly recommended!

The teachers are great and support kids in music! It is a laid-back and fun vibe. The owners are…read moredisorganized with class times/ schedules, which can make things difficult if you are driving in from out of town. I recommend you get/ keep everything in writing.

I was looking to purchase my first drum set. I looked at the "big" stores and wasn't happy with…read morethe service or the prices. I saw Music and Arts when searching on my phone and decided to stop in. Oren and Emery were so helpful. They showed me what they had in stock, and I found the perfect drum set for me. No need to wait or order; I was able to take it home that night. The service and the price were excellent, I couldn't be happier with my purchase. I recommend Music and Arts to anyone looking for anything musical.

They set up my stack of an expensive unit without measuring the proper height for the shelves and…read morethe second shelf is 2 plus inches too low to use for albums or storage. That's why I bought their unit vs Amazon or Best Buy. I'm very displeased. Yes, the amp, speakers and Rega 3 turntable are great but I have a wasted Salamander unit. Wayne

I visited their shop to look for a system, and they recommended an Astell & Kern setup that suited…read moremy needs although they don't sell this system anymore. They have a wide range of systems neatly displayed for customers to try out, so you're sure to find the right one for you! Dave, the owner, is fantastic--he'll work with you to customize not just audio setups, but also network solutions and more. They do it all! Right at the front entrance, you'll see their repair shop in action. Their expert technician, Richie, who has been with the shop for a long time, gave me a quick tour of the repair shop, and he's a super nice guy! My Astell & Kern FLAC/DAC system works great and sounds clean. If you're looking for a great place for music, repairs, and network needs, the Stereo Shop has you covered!