Brought in an expensive 1975 Selmer Mark 6 alto saxophone. The pads that cover the tone holes were…read moreout of shape. Had previously brought this to a music shop in Avon called Music & - - - - where I was quoted $1,200 & 2 months to repair. So I brought it to The Music Shop on a hunch. They charged about $157.00 & 1 week to repair. When I got the sax back, they had fixed things I didn't even know was wrong with it such as straightening keys, re-setting posts. They had re-set all the pads and the sax was as good as new. When I played it, I knew that these people cared enough about quality repairs that I can trust them for any future work.

A while back the nut cracked on my 1986 Guild D212 12-string acoustic guitar. Unfortunately, I'd no…read moreidea where to find somewhere to repair it, and the one lead I had turned out to be someone who'd just retired. So I stopped by The Music Shop when my travels brought me to the neighborhood to see if they had any leads. "Sure," said the young man at the counter. "Our manager does that." A couple of phone calls later, to make sure the guitar and I would arrive during his working hours, he was looking confidently and affectionately at my beloved Guild. A replacement nut leapt into his hand, he asked me about strings, gave me a price, and made a guess at how long it would take (which was wrong, but that's par for the course). Today I picked it up. My baby is back, looks better than I've ever made it look, and sounds wonderful. This wasn't anything resembling a challenging repair to a luthier - I know that - but my beloved Guild got real Tender Loving Care, and that's as good as it gets.

Brian's Guitars is a boutique guitar shop that opened in Hamden, Connecticut in September 2010. It…read morewas founded by guitarist Brian Giampietro. An avid guitar player since age 12, Giampietro eventually enrolled in the Jazz Studies program at Western Connecticut State University. After graduating with a degree in Jazz Guitar Performance, Giampietro began working at G Guitars: a guitar shop in New Haven that was owned by his uncle. Before long, Giampietro was practically running the store himself. Eventually he opened his own shop, Brian's Guitars, at a strip mall in Hamden. In 2017, after seven successful years, Giampietro relocated the shop to a larger space in his hometown of Cheshire. That same year, he and his wife Katie also opened West Main Music Academy: a multi-room music lessons studio across the street. Brian's Guitars carries a wide variety of electric and acoustic guitars, basses, amplifiers, effects pedals, and accessories. They are an authorized dealer Paul Reed Smith, Fender, Taylor Acoustics, Swart Amps, PRS Acoustics, Dr. Z, Victoria Amps, and more. In addition to the aforementioned brands, the shop also carries several used guitars and equipment from brands like Gibson, Gretsch, Suhr, Mesa Boogie, and more. It just so happens that I know Brian Giampietro pretty well because we were both music students at WCSU during the same time. We even performed in a few jazz ensembles together. In recent years, both of my young sons have shown an interest in music as well. My older son takes after me; he likes drums and percussion. However, my younger son has shown an interest in guitars. I told my wife, "I know just the place where we can show our son some serious guitars." Although I've known about the store since it opened, my recent visit was actually my first. My family and I were blown away by the selection. My son's eyes nearly popped out of his head when he saw all of the different colors and body types. My whole family and I were very impressed with the selection. Unfortunately Brian wasn't there when we stopped in, but his staff were helpful, knowledgeable and very friendly. If my son still shows interest in guitars when he is a little older, I know that we'll be coming back.

I purchased a used Fender American Professional II Telecaster Limited Edition Butterscotch Blonde…read morefrom Brian's Guitar online. This was the first time using Brian's and they were quick to respond via email. They provided a decent price for the model I was looking for. Item was delivered quickly and the guitar was packaged very well. The condition was very nice and I was pleasantly surprised to see the tuners were upgraded to the premium fender vintage tuners. I really like the look of these better and they also included the original tuners in the case as well. Nice bonus! I highly recommend Brian's Guitars!!

If it were possible to rate with no stars, I would have chosen that option…read more Looking to support a local business while I was visiting the area, I visited this store to see if they had anything for an experienced guitar player to buy. After browsing the rather unimpressive stock, I left after a few minutes. Here's where it gets interesting: the owner followed me out of the store and angrily yelled at me from across the street for coming into his store a few minutes before the store opened! Apparently there was a small "closed" sign I missed, yet the lights were on, people were inside, and the door was open, not to mention a sandwich board advertisement for the store set up outside. That's one potential customer lost forever.

I wanted to say how incredibly fantastic Frank and his son Sam have been to me. This establishment…read moreis a combination of music culture, curated instruments, vinyl records and amplifiers from vintage years up for sale, and the expert and educated advice of Frank and his very talented luthier son Sam, who fixed up my Breedlove so it wasn't fret- buzzing. Now it sounds like a top of the line Martin. And to hear the lessons that go on in the back at a maestro's demanding pace. Wow! Five stars.

Unique, the owners are passionate and helpful, welcoming. A unique spot for gorgeous stringed…read moreinstruments. I saw cellos, violas, and way more. Worth a look- you'll love it here.

I'm a professional violinist and strings teacher and I have been going to Seery Strings for years…read morenow - wouldn't use anybody else. They do the best work and are very reasonable and honest. I've had my bows re-haired at the top places in London and Seery Strings is better by far. All their work on my instruments I've been happy with. Good selection of quality instruments and accessories. Knowledgeable advice.

We visited Beller's Music in June 2025 to attend a recital. Students were of all ages on flute and…read morepiano. They all did an excellent job! The students all seem very comfortable with the instructors and demonstrated a variety of skill levels from just a few months playing to several years. There are several classrooms and teachers for a variety of instruments including violin, saxophone, etc. One of the students I know did not get on well with their first instructor and was quickly reassigned to another who they just love. It's good to know the students have options and the owners want students to have an enjoyable experience. Plenty of parking behind the building in a free public lot. Handicap entrance is on the street side of the building with on-street parking available. Restrooms available on classroom level. Store sells and rents instruments and associated items.

Great business! Amazing customer service. Tons of selections depending on what you're looking for…read more The price was super affordable and the quality of their inventory was great. 10 out of 10 recommend.

I bought my nephew a package of guitar lessons and he loves it. Mike is very flexible has a great…read moreapproach. Thanks for the great experience!

The best place for music lessons. Ever. The teachers are encouraging and help you learn what YOU…read morewant to learn. Frank, the owner, has been teaching me for nearly 10 years and it has been a highlight for me every week I go. If you're on the fence of where to go for lessons, stop the search, pick up the phone and give Macri School of Music a call. You won't be disappointed!

I've learned so much from these guitar lessons! My technique has improved greatly, and I feel way…read moremore confident when soloing. The lessons also helped me understand songwriting on a deeper level. Highly recommend to anyone wanting to take their playing to the next stage.

Yes, very professional and accommodating. I'm looking forward to starting my lessons next week!read more