Frequently Asked Questions

A man showing a violin to two children at a wooden table in a cozy room with violins on display in the background.

  • Customers and visitors to the shop are welcome Monday through Friday, 10am-4pm or on the weekends by appointment. Please call or email ahead to set a time, appointments are always appreciated.

  • Violins: 1/10 to 4/4
    Violas: 13" to 16"Violins: 1/10 to 4/4
    Cellos: 1/4 to 4/4

  • No. We offer a Rental Equity Purchase Plan. This is not rent-to-own. Instead, it allows you to purchase an instrument of equal or greater value in the future using the equity you have accrued.

  • I accept all major credit cards, check or cash. Rental invoices can be paid online or setup for automatic charge.

  • If you'd like for me to consider buying your instrument, I need to see and hear it first, so bring it by the shop and we can go from there. Appointments are always appreciated.

  • My turn around time for a bow re-hair is 1 to 5 days depending on how busy I am. Next day bow rehairs are subject to a $50 surcharge. If you need your bow re-haired quickly, it's always best to call and make an appointment.

  • Sometimes, yes! I have people bring their fiddle in for a quick fix all the time. Please call ahead to find out if I’ll be able to help you.

  • I work on cellos. Every now and again you might find a bass in the shop but 90% of the time when someone brings in a bass, I suggest another shop in town for this kind of work.

  • Odds are you didn't win the lottery, but I welcome you to bring it in for an evaluation. Appointments are always appreciated.

  • I do not provide lessons, however I do have a list of teachers that I recommend. Visit our Directory at the bottom of our Community page.