The owners literally changed my guitar life. With an amazing experience, their deep knowledge, they listened to my words and my playing. When I arrived, they had remembered something I said in passing and they had the exact model guitar I owned set out on a stand for comparison. They also had a line up of a few ready to try. I was in thinking I’d replace my beat up Martin and buy the Martin I thought I wanted. After playing the variety different guitars the line up, including a Martin, Warren walked in with a guitar in his hand and said to me, “this IS your guitar.” It was exactly what i did not know I was looking for and everything iI had never even imagined. Perfect.
I had been in a rut of practice and study for years. Your inspired “gifting” me of MY Baxendale Harmony Conversion has been truly a gift of new sound, possibilities and confidence. An experience of a life-time. Looking forward to crossing paths again, meeting your guitar “friends”and the next opportunity receive your guitar gifts
Thank you!
Kevin
Was fortunate enough to visit this super cool music shop with a couple of instruments I was interested in trading for an upgrade. Had an opportunity to play several guitars I had an eye on and was able to check them out in a private room which was nice perk. Ended up extremely happy with not only the transaction but the entire experience. Many thanks to Tom for his hospitality and shared knowledge, I highly recommend a visit to his store .
Just bought a brand new Martin DCPA04 guitar from the unbelievably knowledgable and helpful shop manager Tom Nading. I couldn’t be happier! The Telluride Music Company is a family owned and operated company with a real focus on customer service. I would never buy from Guitar Center or any other big music chains after the experience I got at the Telluride Music Company.
3. Ouray Music Exchange
Address: 140 Loretta Ct, Ouray, CO 81427 , Hinsdale County , Colorado , United States
Carl is just great! Restrung my guitar with loving care. Sweet little shop. I will return!
Excellent little music store. Carl is super knowledgeable and always willing to help.
Clean and knowledgeable
Carl has opened a beautiful new shop!
Very knowledgeable, nice selection .
For a small town, this place is amazing. The owner knows so much and has helped me as an artist. Nice instruments for good prices. But this time I only needed some drum sticks, that where less than expected, I may add.
Musical equipment is overpriced amazon deals from Christmas. Owner is a nice guy, but was clearly just trying to sell more expensive items over cheaper arguably better ones. “Handmade” strings snapped within the hour, I have a hard time believing the Ernieball strings would have any problem. Sadly though I listened to the worker who assured me that they were the worst. Overall I recommend just driving to Durango you’d end up saving money and not being treated as if you haven’t been playing guitar correctly your entire life.
5. Dobrato Resophonic Guitars
Address: 243 N Main St, Gunnison, CO 81230 , Hinsdale County , Colorado , United States
I am very happy with my purchase and the owner was very helpful and knowledgeable.
Very friendly and know what they are talking about. Would very much suggest going here. Have a ton of quality instruments.
Super cool owner, extremely knowledgeable. Exactly everything else you could expect from a good guitar store
There’s not a big selection, but this is a small town. The selection they do have are quality guitars.
My comments echo most others’… “Cute” shop, and several very high end (used) guitars. The miniscule selection is not surprising, since (our first visit) it seems to be a small, tourist focused town. We visited midday on a Saturday, and there was only 1 other couple who came in after us. We were not greeted, nor offered help; we didn’t feel welcome. As we were not acknowledged nor engaded at all, I couldn’t tell you the knowledge base of the staff. I even lingered at a great looking Fender that would cost more than my Jeep, and nobody came to say hello. You’ll never know if I’m the customer who came in with several thousand dollars’ cash to spend. (I’m quite happy with the 3 guitars I have at home) 3 stars because I saw several interesting guitars, a big selection of ukes, a cello, some violins, and 2 mandolins.
6. Blue Mesa Music Store
Address: 132 N Main St, Gunnison, CO 81230 , Hinsdale County , Colorado , United States
Great shop with an eclectic collection. Knowledgeable and they encourage you to play everything.
Blue Mesa Music is Class Act store!! I have never felt so welcome in store as I did with Blue Mesa. The staff and owner are all gifted musicians whom are passionate with their profession. Blue Mesa is a “come in, kick off your shoes and play a melody or two. My family sat, played a beautiful 12 string (purchased), deep, rich Cajone (purchased), rattle (purchased) and sang (owned) for well over an hour topped off by Amelia singing and playing a song for us. Blue Mesa Music was one the highlights of Summer of 2022 !
Music is a Rx for PTSD . I got my fix here❤️
Awesome service. Solid mix of gear. Always something interesting.
7. Jimmy’s Music & Supply
Address: 1239 Main Ave Ste 101, Durango, CO 81301 , Hinsdale County , Colorado , United States
If you need music supplies Jimmy’s is the place to go. Great prices and helpful staff.
Great service and a wide variety of strings and products.
Cute store pack with tons of things.
Good local music, guitar store
Jimmy’s music was very nice store however seemed understaffed.
Had my mind set on buying a new piano keyboard and supporting this local music store in Durango and to know that the workers (maybe even the owners) don’t know how to treat their customers is very disappointing. When I walked in I wasn’t greeted, even after a few minutes I wasnt asked how I was doing or IF I NEEDED HELP FINDING ANYTHING. I know what you’re thinking “maybe he was busy” nooooo! Because there was another worker there and no one else was in the store. I wasn’t addressed or anything until I was about to leave. I know I’m an adult and maybe I should have just asked him myself but if I’m gonna spend a few hundred dollars at your store then I’d expect to be treated like it let alone be WELCOMED INTO THE STORE! But my question is why? Did I not looked like a serious buyer? Was it cause I was wearing a mask? Or was it cause I was brown? My questions are valid and justified through the actions of the workers. Sad to know that people are treated differently for whatever reason. Such a bad impression on the community and very disappointing experience.
They did not have what we were looking for.
8. Colorado Guitar Company – JC Baxendale Handmade Guitars
Address: 1288 Co Rd 205 B, Durango, CO 81301 , Hinsdale County , Colorado , United States
John is a magician – he builds the best acoustic guitars and also repairs and restores guitars with quality and integrity
Experts, My guitar was new from the factory and it needed some tweaking, Co Guitary Co knew just what to do. It now plays much easier and smoother. Great techs who know guitars.
Hands down THE BEST Guitar repair company out there! HIGHLY recommend!
I had a crack that I didn’t think was there when I dropped it off. John disagreed and said it was, but took care of it nonetheless.
9. Elkhorn Mandolins
Address: 653 Hollow Ridge Rd, Durango, CO 81301 , Hinsdale County , Colorado , United States
Keith is knowledgeable and highly competent in adjusting and repairing brass and woodwind instruments. His reasonable rates and friendly service makes him the only person I trust to work on my flute.
13. The Edge of Silence
Address: 2839 Cornerstone Dr #5, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147 , Hinsdale County , Colorado , United States
Fantastic array of gongs and sound instruments and a healing journey of vibration. Definitely helps me move through blockages in my energetic body and relaxes my mind!!
San Juan instruments is an incredible shop. The owner Scott Craig is very talented in not only building extremely fine instruments but playing them as well. Many of the instruments are handmade by Scott and have beautiful craftsmanship. If you go to silverton and like stringed instruments such as slide guitar, dulcimers, and travel guitars visit San Juan instruments!
16. Harrelson Music Inc
Address: 1900 Railroad Ave F, Rifle, CO 81650 , Hinsdale County , Colorado , United States
Dave is a top notch music guy. If he doesn’t know the answer he has the resources to answer all your music questions. Also has cool stuff in the store.
I got three guitars repaired there and it was a pretty hassle free experience. Overall, they are in much better condition and they all sound far better than before! That was over a year ago now and I’m thankfully much better at the guitar than I used to be!
Most Excellent
Great people makes great places
17. Pete Giuliani Music
Address: 4879 Co Rd 240, Durango, CO 81301 , Hinsdale County , Colorado , United States
Pete is a fantastic teacher! I have worked with many coaches and teachers over the years and Pete combines the finest qualities of them all. His amazing talent coupled with his patience, communication, and compassion for his students makes him a stand out in the industry. I would highly recommend Pete as a mentor to any aspiring musician. I have thoroughly enjoyed working with him over the last several years!
Pete was wonderful during our October wedding. Communication was easy and everyone enjoyed his acoustic guitar playing during our ceremony and cocktail hour. We highly recommend Pete and can’t wait to see him play again!
Pete Giuliani has been a major influence on my work as a musician. Pete is a teacher above all else, with a deep understanding and true insight into the endless world of music. Pete was able to take my curiosity of the guitar and help transform the instrument into a deeply profound and spiritual connection that I continue to grow to this day. There is a sincere sense of musical enlightenment in Pete’s lessons, and he makes it easy to understand the world of guitar; music theory, scales, and any other musical realm you’d care to venture into. Simply put, he is a guitar master.
18. Hideaway Ukulele Studio
Address: 1309 E 3rd Ave Suite 114, Durango, CO 81301 , Hinsdale County , Colorado , United States
