Quiet little shop. My son needed a reset on his guitar and major stores were quoting weeks and high…read moreprices. Music village was able to do it overnight and at a very reasonable price. My son is very happy with the reset and we were happy to support a local business.

I purchased a plectrum banjo off e-bay recently. It was made my Jim Cox, a Master Luthier from…read moreMaine, a custom order. The banjo is bird's eye maple with plenty of inlay and dressings. The head was badly worn and action was too high. It had been sitting in a closet for awhile and needed some help. Now a luthier may be fantastic with guitars, but banjo's are a different critter. You really have to know what you're doing. I own four banjo's so I found this out the hard way. Dan had a bit of trouble finding the proper head, but he persevered and obtained one. He installed the head, lowered the action and set up the instrument properly. This was not an easy repair and I would not trust just any luthier with it. Dan had the knowledge and expertise to do it right! Now this beautiful banjo sounds just as good as it looks, I am proud to add it to my collection. Thanks Dan, Del

Running behind on a Saturday, I called Quartet and found out they had the item my son needed for…read morehis double-bass. I let them know that I was on my way and that my GPS said that I'd be arriving right around their 1PM closing time. The person I was talking with (Ariel?) said that was no problem; they'd hold the item for me at the front desk and would stay until I arrived. I really appreciated the great service! It made my busy day a lot less stressful and I'll definitely keep shopping at Quartet for our sons' string instrument needs.

From the owner: Quartet Violins specializes in violin, viola, cello, and bass rentals and sales. We are dedicated…read moreto providing quality instruments in great condition at an affordable price. As professional string players and teachers, we know how important it is to have a good instrument with proper set-up to ensure a positive learning experience.

Bre is genuinely amazing at what she does. Super nice, attentive, and very talented at both…read moreteaching and singing! I wouldn't go anywhere else.

From the owner: I love to teach! I have a degree in music education, and over 20 years of experience teaching…read morepeople how to sing. In addition, I have my post-baccalaureate degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Pacific University, and have a great amount of insight into the physiology of the human voice and the science of sound. After many years of studying vocal physiology and using this information in my own singing, as well as that of my students, I have come to believe strongly in the value of learning everything you can about the way your voice works. Although we all have a unique vocal tone, we also have a lot of control over the sounds we make through placement, support, air flow, vowel choice, mouth shape and dynamics. When people ask me if their voice is good enough to sing, I always say a resounding YES! I think singing is for everybody, and I love the process of helping my students find their authentic sound.

Mike has single-handedly kept my guitars in shape for over a decade…read more I wouldn't consider letting anyone else touch them. We've all had our bad experiences with instrument repair, not many things can be so frustrating and demoralizing, which is why I've stuck with Mike and followed him through his many stops. He takes extra care to make sure I'm happy with the work, from explaining what I'll need upfront, to minor tweaks to suit my needs before the guitar leaves the shop. He even helped me figure out a few songs my cement fingers were having trouble with. I am fully confident in recommending Sound Service to you.

If you're wondering why most of Mike's reviews are from California, it's because that's where he…read morewas established for many years and built up quite the reputation and has now relocated to PDX. California's loss, our gain! I decided to give him a call after reading the stellar reviews. They do not exaggerate. My guitar needed a set up and had the dreaded fret buzz. He responds right away and communicates every step of the way. His turn around time is fast! I didn't have to be parted from my guitar for even a week. Most other places are backed up and take at least 2 weeks before they can get to your instrument. He really knows his stuff, all the ins and outs, not just on guitars but also on recording music. I will definitely use him again. Don't hesitate to contact Mike. I definitely feel like we've found THE guy for our gear.

I rarely need to get my clarinet fixed but when I did I am glad to find Robert. Not only did he fix…read moremy A key but he also taught me some new tricks I can't wait to practice! Thank you Richard again and will definitely reach out next time I'm in Portland!

I recently started playing flute for my church again after a four year break. I was recommended…read morethis place to do some maintenance and repairs. My flute needed a lot of help. They did an excellent job as all the felts and some of the pads had to be replaced as well as the keys leveled. And when I went to pick it up, he was there to adjust some of the springs on the keys that I felt were not responding to my liking. Overall, very knowledgeable, friendly service.

A wonderful local vintage shop with a vast array of musical instruments, guitars, mandolins,…read moreviolins, drums, flutes, etc. Along with a treasure of amplifiers, books and sheet music. The owner, Kasey is kind, knowledgeable, trustworthy and passionate in providing repairs, rentals, trades, consignment, obtaining outstanding teachers for music lessons. A must see and check out for for the novice and/or professional musician.

Purchased a beautiful Japanese vintage guitar from Casey. Just opened the box yesterday and it was…read moreexactly as described. Plays awesome and sounds even better. Casey even upgraded to a like new hardshell case without even asking. Much appreciated. Had great communication throughout the sale...even on off hours if I had questions. Guitar came packaged professionally and pretty quick. Thanks again Casey and look forward to doing business again in the future. Jamie F Buffalo, NY

One of the best music teachers I've ever worked with. Patient and very easy going for an enjoyable…read morelesson and informative session. I've learned so much about music not just for singing but also for guitar and piano theory as well. He's extra talented to teach you and motivate you in all areas! 10/10 would recommend.

I can't say enough amazing things about working with Kevin! From day one, he has been incredibly…read morepatient, encouraging, and inspiring. Kevin has a gift for breaking down complex techniques into simple, easy-to-understand steps -- making both voice and guitar feel approachable and fun. I am sure it helps that Kevin has been a performer much of his life and takes absolute joy in what he does. His passion for music is contagious, and he brings so much energy and positivity into every session. I always leave lessons feeling not only more skilled but also more motivated and excited to practice. If you're looking for a knowledgeable, talented, and genuinely supportive instructor who will help you unlock your potential and fall even more in love with music, I can't recommend Kevin highly enough. He's the real deal! Love working with you Kevin!

While I haven't actually used Fathertime Clocks yet, they have been patient and very informative…read moreand helpful. I have a sick clock on the coast, and was struggling with whether to bring it to them, take it apart, or WHAT! Anyway, I look forward to working with them, when I finally get my act together.

Brought an old schoolhouse clock out that needed a bezel. Was told it wasnt much of a clock but it…read moreheld great sentimental value To me. I picked it up a month later for $150 and was told it was the best he could do. The bezel was a terrible fit and the glass i thought was gonna fall out. I took it and called with my concerns. He said bring it back. I took it to a shop in Sellwood. They did a great job. They told me if they couldn't make it better they would not charge me. Why would i bring it back to the same place if that was his best job? I have been going to antique stores since i was 10, over 60 years. I will never recommend that repair shop.

Owner is knowledgeable & friendly... Lots of inventory to chhose from... Plenty of parking..read more

The owner is so sweet, and helped me get a sweet deal on a beautiful fender acoustic electric…read moreguitar I traded in my old acoustic guitar and used that as my discount Being a music teacher, I love supporting small businesses such as this place. Highly recommend stopping by!