The Music & Arts store stands like a temple to the fragile hopes of students and parents arming…read morethemselves for another year of rehearsals, scales, and the long march toward competence. Its aisles gleam with reeds, strings, and cases--objects that, in their mute silence, carry the weight of countless hours to come. I found what I needed: supplies and equipment, the small instruments of survival in the regimented symphony of school. The workers moved with efficiency, their knowledge sharp and their actions brisk, yet there was a certain absence in their demeanor, as though they operated behind a glass wall. Helpful, yes, but with a coolness that left no room for warmth--transaction without communion. In some ways, it felt fitting: music itself demands a distance, a discipline, before it can give back joy. Still, one longs for a flicker of shared enthusiasm, some recognition that buying a clarinet reed is also an investment in human persistence against the yawning void of silence. Efficiency will always get the job done; warmth, when it appears, makes it unforgettable. I wish you joy and ease in the school year ahead, and may your new supplies carry you toward moments of true resonance.

Booked a music lesson they never wrote it down. Spoke to manager Amanda no remorse or anything…read morejust because just asked what else as they already had someone else booked in our slot. The used instruments sales are in very rough shape so we didn't purchase there. Very frustrating start to this relationship with this store. Hopefully the instructor is great but if he has no more slots then pointless.

They were able to get the job done Micheal with the long hair love the vibe! He was very helpfu.read more

Came in today to secretly figure out which guitar my little brother liked and felt good in his…read morehands. Bday coming up so we came to check stuff out. I want to thank Jason for being kind and understanding. This location is a busy one but everyone here is knowledgeable and Kind. Just treat them how you want to be treated. Thanks Again Jason.

Thanks! Brought my dusty old Spanish student guitar in for new strings, and to be generally…read morechecked out. Recommendations were right on point. Easy communication. Lucky to have a speciality shop right here in Fairfax!

Great selection of classical and flamenco guitars, some electric guitars too,the owner is…read moreknowledgeable and fair with his prices, highly recommended this place!

The Baltimore Music Company is an essential resource to me. Not only have I purchased high-quality,…read moretough-to-find guitars and amps from them, including a 1961 Gibson Falcon amp, I rely on their luthiers for the maintenance of my guitars. I entrusted them with my 1965 Fender Jazzmaster to add a Mastery bridge and tremolo, as well as Curtis Novak pickups, in addition to a setup using their state-of-the-art Plek machine. The guitar now plays and sounds perfectly. Steve Blake and his team are far more interested in helping a musician sound their best than making a sale. More than once, they've talked me out of purchasing something from Baltimore Music Company. I've also enlisted their perspective on purchases I've made from the likes of Gruhn Guitars, Matt Umanov, Wilcutt Guitars and others. They've earned my trust again and again and again. Finally, in a world where most music stores are strictly an online thing, the Baltimore Music Company is a great place to hang. You can noodle guitars, basses, amps and stomp boxes in what is easily the nicest, most well-appointed music store I've ever been in. More than once, I've visited the Baltimore Music Company with a friends to shoot the breeze with the gang there before grabbing a beer at Union Craft Brewery a few doors down.

Wow! Check out the over 6,500 square of heaven on earth for musicians!…read more Does your instrument need a repair? Are you in the market for a new guitar? Or do you want to design one and watch it being made! Or do you just need a feee lessons? Then THIS is the THE place for YOU! Come to the Baltimore Music Company, Located in the Union Collective ~ 1700 W 41st St, Suite 445, Baltimore, MD 21211 ~

Danny has a nice shop and offers fair priced guitar work, including setup, restringing, fret work…read moreand pickup mods. Highly recommended.

From the owner: Repair work on Acoustic and Electric guitar and bass instruments.read more

Kind, knowledgeable people who really know guitars. Total guitar heads. They helped me find the…read moreright electric guitar, then their luthier tinkered with my difficult-to-play acoustic guitar--turning it into an easy-to-play beastie. Now they're fixing an ancient-but-beautiful classical guitar for me. Laid-back, gentle people who love what they do.

From the owner: Offering a wide range of lessons, rock ensemble, instrument sales, repair, expert advice and…read moreappraisals.

I haven't gone yet. I've scheduled a free trial class but I have to pay a trial deposit? Is it a…read morefree trial or not? If not they should take it off their website. It's misleading.

Amazing staff, amazing music programs and one-on-one lessons! So far I've worked with Mike,…read moreFrankie, and David - every single lesson and rehearsal has been fantastic. The instructors have been very patient with me as I am brand new at guitar, yet they have worked at keeping my lessons fun and challenging. Annie is also a superb manager, and always makes me feel welcome and is prompt to answer any questions I have. For anyone looking to learn or expand their musical horizons, look no further. If I could give this place more stars, I would.

Amazing luthier and musical tech! I was severely let down by others but this place is by far the…read morebest place to get your instrument set up. He is extremely knowledgeable and skilled. I will never trust anyone else again. He has a nice little shop where you can order gear, customize equipment and get great advice from someone with great hands, eyes and ears! Truly an exceptional find in the area. Worth driving to and avoiding the chain stores for a personal touch! Surprisingly competitive priced with the chain stores too! This place is awesome!

Great work on set-ups and string changes. Cool shop. Friendly staff and a collection of interesting…read moreguitars and basses. I highly recommend!