I highly recommend Monaco's if you are looking for any stringed instrument . We have been renting for a couple years the prices are very reasonable and they will fix any repairs to they're instrument if needed. They also have sales on used Instruments and they allow you to put a portion of what you've paid on the rental towards a purchase. They are very friendly and knowledgeable every time I go in there unlike some of the larger music stores in the area. read more

This family operation makes me feel right at home. I came in about two years ago and insisted I needed to buy a cello after not having played one in 15 years. They convinced me to rent for a year and get that money back towards the purchase of a cello once I had a better idea of what type of sound I preferred. Even though I'm always making a fairly serious investment (a hard case, and then a cello a year later); Mark, his wife, and daughter walk me through the process and help me make the right decision. Choosing an instrument I plan to have the rest of my life is scary, but I totally trust the judgment of the Monaco family. I was never pressured to buy the more expensive model, only the one I enjoyed the sound of most. I can always count on their honest and knowledgeable advice, and anything I buy at this store is a good choice because Mark doesn't stock any poor quality products to begin with. The Monaco family has a great reputation with music teachers and musicians for a reason. I highly suggest supporting this local business. read more

I had my guitar setup and Mark did an excellent job and only took two days. Furthermore, his price for setting up my guitar was very reasonable. This is a great place for setting up guitars. read more

I never take the time to write reviews but I can't rave on enough about how great this place is! My daughter broke the bridge to her violin on a Saturday, we dropped it off in the afternoon and it was already fixed by Monday! So my daughter had her violin for both her private lesson and for school. The owner squeezed her in! Not only that, but her belt was broken on her violin case, and since we bought the violin used there was a buckle missing. He tightened the strap and added the missing buckle and was so gracious~ didn't even mention it. It was only when my daughter got home she realized it was fixed! Just thrilled. read more

It saddens me that a place as wonderful as Monaco's doesn't have a single review. At the young and spunky age of eight years old, I decided I wanted to play the violin. Now, mind you, not a single person in my family had any sort of musical talent whatsoever. But as a bouncy and bold third grader it was so IN to want to play an instrument. If you wanted to play the violin, you were able to start a whole YEAR earlier than the rest of the instruments out there. I didn't do a lot of extracurricular activities at the time, so my parents readily agreed to allow me to play the violin. They trucked me over to Monaco's, which at the time, was on the Boulevard, next to Ted's (and is now a bridal place.) The room smelled like a tree had just been chopped down to make instruments and like rosin, the stuff you put on your bow. Now and again when I go back to Monaco's (in Getzvillle, nowadays) I still remember that smell and think of my childhood. Anyway, Monaco's rented out a lot of violins for kids learning the instruments. They still do this and they are graceful with their loan period. I'm not sure the costs for loaning an instrument (usually it's per season), but it's well worth it for a child learning how to play. I played all throughout grade school. I was never the best, but I enjoyed the sounds emanating from my instrument. Although not the most rustic sounds come from the violin, it sure is unique in the execution of the sound. Having no real support at home and going to the weekly lesson at another store, I just got by. Somehow in the process of growing up I acquired my own violin and began to frequent Monaco's with less intensity, merely stopping by for the occasional package of rosin, a new book to look at, or a metronome to keep pace. At the end of high school I wanted to rediscover my instrument. I went to Monaco's with a purpose: to get a high quality teacher so I could grow with my instrument and not let it sit to collect dust. Mark, the owner, suggested his mother. I contacted her and I met up for lessons soon after that. I knew all my scales (something no one really taught me through high school), I played in a mini orchestra in her basement, and I practiced my violin all the time. For all my lessons, I went to Monaco's to order all of my books and accessories to help me become a better student. I ordered about five books and if they didn't have one, they called me as soon as they got it in so I could come pick it up. The Monaco's helped lead me by hand to music competitions (scoring a 99 for All-State is still one of my most treasured moments) and then into my first real-time orchestra, where I played for the UB Symphony Orchestra. It was intense and I was in love... With lessons and the right tools, I accomplished and grew as an individual through the orchestra. As soon as I figured out my career, I set my violin aside to spend time doing research. I've tried to resurrect my violin multiple times and in the past six months I've gone to Monaco's to get new strings for my instrument. Sadly, I was unable to stick with it and my childhood love for my beautiful instrument was set aside to do other things. :( It's impossible not to appreciate what Monaco's already knew: 1) giving children the gift of music (which the Monaco's already knew is beautiful and important in life) 2) Music, diligence, and patience helped mold me into a stronger, more able human being 3) providing the tools and resources to become a better player is essential in your growth. I cannot thank the Monaco's enough for their love and support as they watched me grow up. Their family is amazing and gems in the region. Mark, the owner, is extremely laid back and provides amazing opportunities for the youth in our region. His children and wife often frequent the store and help him out with sales and such. What a beautiful family... exemplified in the maintenance of a beautiful store. Monaco's is off of North French, located in the Crosspoint plaza, next to Dunkin Donuts. So if you or a loved one has ever wanted to play a string instrument, I'd recommend Monaco's for that. They're great people and run a very nice store. Also, on a more personal side note, music builds character. I can't tell you how many hours I've spent replaying a section on a piece to get it right. Patience, appreciation for art, and learning to listen to others (in a group setting) is essential in your growth as a musician. Even though I don't play anymore, I still apply the lessons I've learned through my instrument growing up as a kid to my life as an adult. I think the Monaco's know and understand this and provide children with the opportunities to learn more about themselves through the gift of music. read more

Monaco's Violin Shop - The shop is in Crosspoint in Getzville - Musical Instruments & Teachers Near Me - Getzville, New York

My 11-year old was in need of a new/larger violin, and she wanted to be able to test out different violins to see which she liked. We happened to be in the area for our vacation. I emailed to see what they had in inventory the afternoon before we would be able to go. Mike replied that evening so we went the next day, and I am so glad we took time out to go to Monacos. There was no pressure at all, and she tested out every violin they had in our price range. They were so helpful showing us how the violin should fit and why (even though they knew we weren't buying the shoulder rest). Again - incredibly helpful and friendly with no pressure. read more