Extremely disappointed!…read more Called them January 24th about renting an instrument for 5th grade strings. They told me to come in to rent a violin and to try and bring my child with me since we needed to get the correct size. January 26, I bring my kid in. We arrived later than planned because I got lost (my bad) trying to find the store. We arrived at 4:45pm. Despite the store being empty, the guy there was apparently too busy to help us and handed us a paper to order online so it could be shipped to us. He didn't offer a sizing suggestion. I called back again yesterday afternoon because I realized strings starts next week and I wasn't sure if the shipped instrument would get here in time. The guy told me it would take a few days but they had some in stock. I told him I was confused because I was given a paper and told to have it shipped. He said they had multiple sizes in stock, including a size that should work for her given her age (10). We drove all the way back downtown again today and guess what - they don't have any in stock. What a joke and a waste of our time. Will not go to this store again.

Amazing service! They took the time to help my child get a perfect fit for his instrument. When it…read morewas time to return the instrument they were kind enough to pick it up at our house in the middle of a pandemic. I can't show enough gratitude.

Very friendly staff and they're very knowledgeable on Brass instruments. Great service techs! Every…read morewind musician in Bellingham needs to frequent this wonderful shop!

We've hired this store to perform our flute maintenance year after year and cannot say enough…read morewonderful comments about their service, friendliness and utmost honesty. Thank you Ed and staff.

I was very impressed with the knowledge and enthusiasm that Will Bright brings to his work. He did…read morea refurbishment and set up for my first guitar a 1964 Kay Galaxie as well as recoiling a corroded pick up for my 1966 Fender Mustang. Amazing job! Thanks so much for taking care of my babies.

Will did a setup on my new MIM Fender Jaguar, which was less than stellar from the factory. It's a…read morenotoriously finicky model, and can be hard to dial in. The before and after difference is dramatic. It's now a pleasure to play, with low action, smooth frets, and a proper bridge height/radius, among other improvements. Smooth communication, fair prices, and a quick turnaround too. Nothing against the big box places, but Will's shop is clearly the workspace of a very talented technician and artisan. Highly recommended.

Since I moved nearby, I've visited Hugo Helmer several times and have been impressed by the…read moreselection of acoustic guitars and the knowledgeability of the staff. Guitars I've looked at were priced competitively and ranged from beginner instruments to high-end Taylors, Gibsons and the like. I brought my Taylor in for service and was really pleased with the cost, turnaround and quality. These guys clearly know what they're doing, and that's a rare treasure these days. In an age when brick-and-mortar stores are being choked out by online conglomerates and franchises, Helmer's obvious competitive advantage is that you can walk in and get expertise, quality products and service, and the ability to see, touch and hear before you buy.

Great service and very reasonable prices. The staff is incredibly knowledgeable too…read more Highly recommend.

Diventi is a wonderful, nurturing place. Whether you are a novice or professional musician you will…read morelove this place.. The business was formerly Piper Music and has recently changed its name to Diventi Music Conservatory. Dr. William Brooke is the Director owner and an extremely talented professional musician. I stumbled upon the business last year when I was trying to find a place to rent piano studio time. I was welcomed right away by William and come here as often as I can when we are in Bellingham. He has Knabe, Steinway, Kawai and Yamaha pianos in several of the Conservatory studios. If you are looking to take vocal or piano lessons in Whatcom County, or rent a studio for practice, you will truly love Diventi Conservatory.