I am not in the market for buying instruments, but lately, I've been selling. I had 2 old…read moresaxophones that I took in to Marshall Music for a price estimate. They did the estimates and told me what I could do to sell them. I am real happy about the money I got for those, much more than I paid and they both also needed pad work done. This is all I've had done there, since I'm not into buying right now, but I am getting ready to sell one of my 4 guitars. I have 2 Fender Stratocasters, an Avarez acoustical, and the one I'm selling, a hollow body guild. It's worth about what I thought, but I now have their written statement on it's worth. This is a service that I could not find elsewhere, so kudos to them.

Will be joining Circuit City, et al, in retail oblivion soon. Don't shop here. Ignorant staff…read more Pathetic inventory. Cheap knockoffs favored over REAL merchandise. Prices are almost all list. "Special order" means "someday...whenever...maybe..."

When I lived in Kalamazoo, MI, I always brought my cello to him for repairs. He always did an…read moreexecellent job. Back in the early 2000's, he let me take a beautiful cello that he had built to try out, I fell in love with it, but I didn't have the money to buy it. I always wondered who ended up with that wonderful cello. I hope Scott is doing well.

Nice guy, amazing work. Had my Violin string changed and bow re-haired and he took great care of my…read moreinstrument. Had it done the same day, which is wonderful because I have a concert next week and needed it done in a jiffy. Gave me nearly half off the original price he estimated for me as well! Very kind.

I'm blown away by the talent and commitment of this extraordinary musical arts organization! With…read more42 music teachers and a wide variety of classes offered for all abilities, ages, and instruments, Crescendo Academy is one of the biggest treasures in Kalamazoo. Our daughter takes voice lessons with excellent voice teacher Shannon Scoles (she's also on the faculty at WMU). I never imagined that Lillie would connect so well with her teacher, and learn so much in such a relatively short time. She looks forward to her lessons each week, and has strengthened her voice, learned new styles, and progress with her passion for singing. Crescendo Academy has deeply impacted our family. Beyond that, I am always in awe of this non-profit organization. There are scholarships for students, a plethora of options for private instruction, group ensembles, and even music classes for littles. You'll find that the faculty is highly regarded, and boasts many musicians you'll recognize from the KSO and other musical organizations. April, who is the operations manager, is a connector, a genius at matching students with faculty, and planning all kinds of events (like art hop!). Even seeing her will bring a smile to your face - she's the epitome of a friendly face of a beloved organization. Take your kids to Crescendo. Get yourself involved. You'll be glad you did!

Hidden gem in Vicksburg. Took a 8 week throwing class. It was fantastic! The owner and the helpers…read moreare patient and caring. I had to miss a class & was able to make up the class and get extra practice during open studio hours on Saturday. They own a kiln, so the turn around on pieces isn't long. I'm looking forward to returning with friends

Loving my pottery lessons there! Started off doing the one-time handbuilding class, made some fun…read morestuff, then signed up for beginning wheel-throwing class. I am officially obsessed! All supplies included, plenty of studio time to practice, and expert instruction from the mother-daughter team who owns the studio.

Great for kids. Loved that my daughter was "the boss". They explained the process and every step to…read moreher clearly & simply. They pierced both her ears at the same time, which was great. I can't say enough how good they are with kids. The jewelry is high quality. Plan on at least an hour & $100+. We were the 1st ppl at the shop. The line behind us grew quickly. After care is important. I get that. I could've used less of the repeating and repeating and repeating: not to touch, not to swim, do not change jewelry, etc. It's been about a month & she's healed w/o any swelling, redness, oozing, etc. She's still super excited to show off her earrings & loving them. Not my favorite that we have to return to the store when it comes time to change out jewelry. However, the shop is head & shoulders above the turn & burn service and cheap jewelry that you would get at Crossroads Mall. It is beyond apparent they care about my little person's wellbeing at Kitten Flower. That makes it worth the extra $$ for me.

Phenomenal customer service. My earring holes appeared to have closed up during the pandemic, when…read moreI wasn't going out and subsequently wasn't putting on jewelry, and I finally made it down here to get my ears re-pierced. The piercer let me know that he thought he would be able to get them reopened without having to re-pierce, since he had some equipment that was much smaller than the average earring, and he was indeed able to do so and charged me much less to get my holes open again than it would have cost to re-pierce. I am presently sitting in the waiting room while a friend of mine gets some new jewelry put in, and I am once again reminded how incredibly warm and thoughtful and thorough the staff is. The person behind the counter did such a wonderful job. Patiently explaining options to my friend and to a couple of young girls and their mother. The jewelry here isn't inexpensive, but when it comes to permanent bodily alterations, you don't want to skimp out.

Aaron's Music was opened in the 1980's by Aaron Cowels, a long-time employee of the Gibson Custom…read moreshop, and it was rapidly established as a custom-maker of world-class guitars and other stringed instruments. It is now run by Aaron's son Steve who learned from his father the art of making the best guitars that can be made at any price. Tucked away in the small town of Vicksburg, Mi, this unassuming shop attracts premier musicians from across the world, and for good reason. Stop by to just say hello or to buy or commission the building on one of their best-of-the-best Jubal guitars or mandolins. You won't be disappointed, and I'm pretty sure that you'll be entertained. An A+++++ gem tucked into southwestern Michigan.

This art gallery a fun place to visit. They are open for the First Friday Art Hop every month, and…read moreit seems there is always something new and unique to see!

Very nice hockey equipment store, located in an old house…read more We have been here twice in search of higher end fitted gear. The staff are young people who play hockey, very knowledgeable. They have made good suggestions both occasions we have been here. Very extensive selection of Bauer, CCM, Warrior and True sticks. All the extras too, pond hockey nets, tape etc. Prices can be good...or craptastic. The stick I bought today was 30.00 cheaper than online. I bought some skates previously that hirt the wallet alot. Youre paying for expertise, fit and selection. If you are a bender or house player--- this place probably isnt for you.

I went there ten minutes before closing time. I expected to be turned away because choosing new…read moreskates can take a while. Not only was I not turned away, I was taken care of by an extremely knowledgable employee who instead of rushing me, took time to inform me about the differences in each skate. While I was being helped, a different employee was helping a customer on the phone. After eventually finding the skates I wanted and getting them baked, it was thirty minutes after closing time. I thanked the employees for staying after and they said they were happy to help. This was some top notch customer service. I will be giving hockey services all my future business.