Not a bad selection (best in Boone), and prices aren't bad. However, I'm only giving 2 stars…read morebecause the repair work I've had done here was HORRIBLE. First, I took a friend's acoustic by for a setup. When it came back, it was actually worse. Buzzing on multiple frets and the already high action was higher. The electronics in the guitar had been disconnected as well, so I had to take it back and pay to get them soldered back in place. Next, I took a very nice Gretsch electric I just purchased for a setup (to give him a second chance). This guitar came back from the setup with no buzzing and a nice action, but the intonation was so almost a half step out on the higher frets. I couldn't play it because it sounded so horrible, and I had to take it down to Hickory to a very experienced luthier I know to get it straightened out. Finally, my roommate has a nice Martin ($2000 retail) that he took by for a setup a while back. The action was OVER " at the 12th fret, and his Fishman pickup (that he had post-market installed) was no longer working. I took the guitar back to my pro luthier in Hickory to once again straighten out the mess. Turns out, AMS for some reason placed shims under the bridge of the guitar to raise the action. These shims weren't allowing the undersaddle pickup to work, and had to be removed. After getting the guitar back from the pro luthier, the action was perfect and the pickup sounded great. AMS originally claimed that the guitar was not well made so that was as low as the action could go (at almost ¼"!!! and it was a nice Martin!!!). That being said, I will continue to buy accessories and strings from them. Their staff is very helpful and friendly, thus why I'm giving 2 stars and not 1. However, I will NEVER get them to do any work on my instruments ever again. (Just to clarify, I am perfectly knowledgeable and capable of setting up my own guitars, but I unfortunately don't have time to do so.)

City boy was in the mountains for a little ski trip I stopped into this joint on a rainy day to…read morelook at guitars and chat and maybe play a little.I was pretty shocked to see some amazing prices on a premium brand I happen to already play and fell in love with a particular style. They didn't have the finish I was looking for so he offered to order it for me and after a couple weeks I was just informed by the owner it shipped from the manufacturer today and I am thrilled to soon be holding my new favorite guitar! Thanks to Bobby and the guys at Appalachian Music! Fan for life here!

Good people and very easy to work with. Good rewards policy as well. Great prices and good…read moreselection.

The staff are helpful and attentive. There is a wonderful selection of sheet music and student…read moretextbooks to fit unique needs.

First and foremost, Haley is AWESOME! my son decided to play an instrument this year, and his band…read moreteacher gave us a few recommendations on places we can check out to get instruments at. I'm so glad I checked this location out rather than go to any big company ones. This is definitely a mom and pop small business, but they are absolutely amazing and very pleasant people to work with. From my initial communication with them through email to an in person meeting, everything went smoothly and efficiently. They answered any and all questions I had. Haley was VERY informative and interactive with my son, making sure he understood how to hold, play, and clean his new instrument. They have a variety of instruments with plenty of payment options. They have a rent to own package with a repair and maintenance program as well. They make sure you understand everything in detail to help make the best decision. If you are looking for a new instrument or even maintenance or repair on an exhibiting one, definitely check this place out. They are AWESOME! the shop itself is located in the back of the main house. It's inside a garage turned into a shop. You will see a sign directing you.

This repair shop is the one to go to. They are a small "mom and pop" shop with BIG customer…read moreservice. They fixed my daughter's clarinet with only a few days to work on since she had a trip to Orlando for a parade, they expedited the repair and she got it back right before her trip. They are extremely knowledgeable very friendly and inviting.

My child became a much better violinist under the instruction of Miss Amanda. She patiently…read moreanswered his questions. The recital was well done. I appreciated that she said she didn't have time to work with students who didn't practice. To improve your musical skills, you need to practice your instrument. A challenge of Music & Arts is rescheduling lessons.

I received my order as described, on time, for an excellent price. Highly recommended.read more

Had a question for the owner about pianos - he was very helpful. He definitely knew about pianosread more

I've always had gr8 experiences with these cats. I go when owners there f something specific I…read morehave questions on. . . been using BKM for 10 years. If you have issues dont whine, just ask when owner will b in. Flutes always have to b sent off for pads. . . otherwise just superglue it on yaself . . . If u are taking ya ax there to get restringed, find another hobby.

The Best!!!! Honest, Great Work, Timely!! I went to Doug's…read moreShop and brought a SWR California Blonde to fix the Reverb Tank, and also clean up some pots! I dropped it off on a Sunday on the way to a gig, and let him know the urgency of having it back! He called me the next day on Monday and said it's Ready!!!!! I highly recommend Doug, he is awesome!!!

I had an excellent experience with Doug for my issue with my…read more keyboard amp. He determined that the problem was not with my amp and helped me to fix the problem I was having by sharing some very helpful technical information. I cannot thank him enough ! Bill C