Everyone working there are very knowledgeable and professional will be back great selection of…read moreguitars and amps Pricing is responsible and service department A1

Alto Music is a gem, for anyone who has a huge taste in music and also for just enjoyment. It's…read morebeen around for many years, and the selections are endless, with so much to choose from to fit your interest. Not only that, but the variety of items that go along with music, and also outside of it consists of, computer audio, DJ sets, and live sounds which includes speakers, lighting, and equipment to name a few. The store's associates do a wonderful job providing great customer service regarding to buying an item, pointing you in the right direction, and also at check out. If you want the jam, make this your stop.

Great selection if you're looking to buy. I've had instruments sold by them in the past with good…read moreresults.Last week I brought in a mandolin to sell and was told I had to pay $50 for them to put on new strings even though it was strung with new expensive strings. I'm sure they will have a good reply for this.Maybe they aren't interested in consignment anymore. From now on I'll only be going to Lark Street Music and Alto Music.

Don't bother trying any guitars unless you're looking to buy. They'll run you out of the store.read more

What a great group of people running this place. Very positive, knowledgeable, and just cool to…read moreinteract with. We are currently taking guitar lessons but someday we hope to be lucky enough to buy one of these gems. Life is so short. Why not keep the vibe of rocking out while supporting a local business.

Amazing guitar shop. They do really clean repair work and setups. They re-glued a bridge on my…read moreacoustic and it looks and sounds as good as new. Also have had them work on a few electric guitars and the work was always stellar, can't recommend enough

Just to balance out some of these negatives. I've brought several horns here for servicing and…read morerepairs. Always had good, polite customer service and good quality work done at a fair price.

I have rented multiple instruments for school band for many years. They have always been friendly,…read morecourteous, organized and knowledgeable and their rental prices were very reasonable.

PROS: The selection of cassettes, vinyls, guitars, stereo receivers, and amps were plentiful. The…read moreprices were great and the owner even makes clocks, magnets, and wall hangs out of old records CONS: The lady who makes the souvenirs out of old vinyls was a bit cold towards me. she seemed like she either didn't want to be there or didn't want me there for some reason OVERALL: I would definitely come back here as this was one of my favorite stores, however, I would be weary of speaking to the lady at the desk

Glad we found this great place. They have tons of vinyl records...old and new. Prices were inline…read morewith other places. Had we had more time to shop, I, sure we would have spent more. They also carry really cool vinyl gifts - they take old records and make ornaments, letters and jewelry...super cool idea for your vinyl loving friends. If you're In the area and are into vinyl or instruments, you should pop in

My daughter plays violin. A lot. The people at Stamell are top-notch, super-helpful, and local…read more They patiently helped guide her when we were selecting her first "better" violin. Troy is an expert luthier, and his repair work (which we've unfortunately required...) is first rate. We are lucky to have Stamell around and supporting the Poughkeepsie area for strings. It's actually kinda remarkable that we have a string shop of this caliber in these parts! Now if we can just get a White Castle, a Trader Joe's and some kind of specialty running store. That would be sweet.

My twin sons love Westwood Music Studios! They started as beginners at the age of 7 on violin and…read morepiano. The music teachers are patient and wonderful. We have thoroughly enjoyed the bi-annual recitals. Vinny(guitar) and Nancy(piano) instructors/owners are kind and very flexible with scheduling needs. Ten years have passed and they are still attending private classes. Their progress has been amazing and they have placed in many music competitions over the years.

I have been taking piano lessons with Nancy - one of the owners - for a few years. She never fails…read moreto discover how to help me improve my playing. I started playing as an adult, for my own enjoyment (a hobby) and have discovered that my life is richer as a result of playing. I would not be where I am as a pianist without having a commitment to continuing regular weekly lessons with Nancy. It would be "easier" sometimes to do other activities, but then I would not have the added pleasure of music in my life!! My only regret is that I did not start sooner!

I called here looking for a mandolin but he didn't have any in stock. And then when I called back a…read moresecond time in a pre Christmas shopping frenzy mistake he was very polite and explained that I had just called there. If I ever need a guitar I'll go here first .

Scott at Big Johnson's Guitars is hands down the best (and friendliest) guitar tech I've worked…read morewith. I brought in two electric guitars to get work done - one just a basic set up, and the other several upgrades and a set up. Wow, was I impressed. The entire process was smooth and informative. When I discussed the work with Scott prior to dropping the guitars off, I could immediately tell he knew what I was looking for and how to achieve it. Then, as the work began, Scott sent me dozens of text messages with questions and helpful suggestions. He even included a ton of photos showing the expert level of work he was doing on my guitars. He was very transparent! The work he did was exceptional. He is clearly a master at what he does! Glad to have found a local guitar shop and guitar tech that I can trust!

Knowledgeable staff with amazing customer service. If you're in New Paltz and need work on an…read moreinstrument, I highly recommend Imperial. I've gone to them for numerous guitar fix ups, and, although I've never bought one of their instruments, they have an amazing selection of guitars in various price ranges. The staff is very eager to talk and help out with any questions you may have. The people here are nice and really go the extra mile to create a professional yet intimate atmosphere. 5/5

Imperial guitar and SoundWorks is one of the finest of the independent music stores…read more I purchased many instruments from Bill Imperial and found him to be one of the most knowledgeable and friendly us men in the music industry. He always stands behind his products and everyone of the instruments I purchased from him was wonderful I even brought back instruments from him and purchase new ones, there was never a question just a smile and a call me if you have any problems. I would give them six stars if it was possible. Bruce Delaney