Mike’s music is the bee’s knees!! I frequently shop there and Mike always takes care of me. I got my guitar worked on and Dan took care of my nut last minute. We have a show this weekend and Dan got it done in less than a day. They have a variety of instruments and many other musical things that musicians need. Dan fixed the nut, worked on the intonation, and lubed her up well. She’s singing like a bird now. 5 stars all day!!
It was cool
I mean, there’s 2 cats, 1 of which will lay in your lap. He’s got awesome instruments, super nice, and yeah, the cats are great.
Great guys and fair prices. They also offer repair and maintenance of instruments which is nice. Pay with cash and they will eat the tax!
Wide variety of guitars and similar instruments. Always a fun place to go to.
L.p.
2. Byassee Music and Sound
Address: 521 W Main St, Marion, IL 62959 , Pulaski County , Illinois , United States
I was wondering if you gave bass clarinet lessons?
I love Byassee Keyboard and Sound. My first clarinet came from them many years ago and they’ve been excellent! Keep up the great work!
Very friendly and helpful. Nice to still have a brick and mortar music store in the area.
Best place ever to me
Had everything we needed.
They sold me a violin for 2,000 and when I had it appraised the specialist said they cost $100 for a set of three. I will never do business with them again and I urge anyone to go elsewhere
3. The Practice Pad
Address: 116 N Illinois Ave, Carbondale, IL 62901 , Pulaski County , Illinois , United States
Been taking guitar instruction here for over two years. Chad and Mike are great, and I recommend The Practice Pad for anyone seeking musical instruction.
Been a customer for years. Highly recommend.
the best place to buy from someone someone who has a brain…….
4. Michelle’s Treasures
Address: 122 NE Front St, Dongola, IL 62926 , Pulaski County , Illinois , United States
Stopped in here today for the first time. She is very sweet and helpful. If you don’t see what you are looking for, ask, she will show you where it is! She’s probably got it! I will definitely be back soon!
Absolutely love stopping here!! Many great finds everytime. Great condition on everything. Michelle (the owner) is such a wonderful lady, friendly people and will help you with anything you need. If you haven’t been there it’s a must on your way through Dongola.
Like this place, found some things I needed at reasonable prices.
5. Shivelbine’s Band Room
Address: 901 N Carbon St Ste 7, Marion, IL 62959 , Pulaski County , Illinois , United States
The people put 100% effort into getting you what you need. Even if that means they miss a sale. Because of that ive done all my business with them.
Always awesome people too deal with.
The girls who waited on me couldn’t have been more cordial and helpful. I wish they had a broader assortment of the classic oldies sheet music I was looking for. But there is always the internet. Perhaps my age has caught up with me. LOL.
Very helpful staff
6. 326 Productions
Address: 326 S Main St, Anna, IL 62906 , Pulaski County , Illinois , United States
We have been so satisfied with our player Baby Grand. The staff went above and beyond to make sure the service we received was 5 star! The piano was beautiful the sound impeccable and the staff was extremely helpful.
What can I say about Baldwin piano? Friendly service and a Southern Illinois staple.
Bruce was very nice. They have several pianos to choose from new and used.
They treated my parents very well.
The rep was nice but the selection for guitar items was very thin.
8. Jack Martin Guitars
Address: 3915 Minnich Ave, Paducah, KY 42001 , Pulaski County , Illinois , United States
Took lessons from Jack many years ago and still play many of those licks and songs he taught me on the guitar I bought from him. The time I spent learning from Jack was not only informative but fun. He has a great deal of talent to share.
Great teacher
Very good teacher love it
Looks like a cute little home business… called ahead and stopped by but nobody would answer the door.
9. Miller Music Inc
Address: 4510 N Illinois St #3, Swansea, IL 62226 , Pulaski County , Illinois , United States
Fabulous service! Steve fixed my clarinet so that my daughter could use it in school, and he sold us a few reeds to get her started. We are very grateful for Miller Music!
I took my clarinet in for repair after having lent it to my niece for several years, expecting the worst. The owner Steve took one look, showed that the repairs were minimal, and knew just what to do. He was prompt, efficient, and professional. Highly recommend!
I love this music store! The staff is very knowledgeable and friendly. It has a nice selection of sheet music, books and accessories. Instrument selection is good for a small store. You feel like you are part of the family when you shop or take lessons here! 🙂
They appear to no longer be in business.
Simply call to find out the brand of acoustic guitars they sold when I mentioned name brands the lady was set off very rude on the phone and hung up on me her name was Sharon
Do not put an item on consignment with this business. You will never hear from them again. Disgraceful business tactics + no communication regarding the issue. I will do everything possible to discredit this business.
I took my niece to Miller Music to see about having an issue fixed with her flute. The guy working looked at it for a few seconds and said he didn’t notice any issues (leaks) visible to the eye. I then asked if it would be okay for her to play the instrument for him so that he could listen, and hopefully make a diagnosis that way. He responded with, “Yeah, hurry up.” Needless to say, the instrument is still having an issue. When we purchased the couple of instruments we have, he was polite. Now that there’s an issue, “Mr. Nice Guy” left the building. I’d never recommend anyone to buy anything else from them again.
10. R & J’s Treasure Chest
Address: 302 S Main St, Grand Chain, IL 62941 , Pulaski County , Illinois , United States
This place is very helpful for all of your music needs.
Good local music store. Excellent selection of guitars, basses, amps, drums etc. Staff seemed very knowledgeable on gear in stock.
Always a super experience
It’s a really good place. Sorry, we were the ones that crashed intk the building
A good old school music store.
I am in a spot where I need a bass today. I came in 10/8/22 ready to buy. After 10 minutes, a sales associate said hi from across the room. After another 12 minutes, every staff was chatting with the one other customer in the store, ignoring us. No wonder the place is empty every time I drive by. I hate going to guitar center, but places like this leave you little choice when you’re ignored and not helped at all. I couldn’t reach the bass I was going to purchase, so I’m just done waiting for the chatting giggly employees hanging in their “clicky” circle.
The entrance was beautiful the photos of all the different artist and musicians was wonderful and gave me an idea of what I could be some day. I was greeted appropriately, and they answered all my questions, but that was just what they did. They didn’t ask any further questions or give me a reason to be there and learn about the infinite possibilities of music from them and their instructors. It seemed like their knowledge of music and instruments had become just a job.
You are crazy if you think these people would for some reason actually try to help a guy who has in the last year has spent a great deal of money with them. I plan on telling every musician I come across to stay away. Don’t wast your time with them or there repair men. Terrible
12. Swing City Music Co
Address: 244 S Buchanan St, Edwardsville, IL 62025 , Pulaski County , Illinois , United States
Very good guitar store they got good guitars i had an good experience they guitar were clean and tuned would recommend
The teachers and staff are awesome.
Probably my favorite guitar shop
Staff is nice. Small store, but if they don’t have it, they order it and get it to you within a couple days.
Two location. If they don’t have what you need here try the store in Collinsville.
I use to be an avid customer. But I am growing more and more frustrated with the management. I feel like I’m going into a sleazy used car dealership most the time and I am treated like a waking wallet. I’ve bought some guitars and amps there, so I am (or was) returning customer . The employees act fake and I feel like everyone is treated like they are a child. I was going in there to look around if there was any new stock, the employee kept on hovering and was forcing me to play the instrument I didn’t want to try.
Honestly, go to mojos. This place is as unpleasant as a guitar center
Was at the Edwardsville store this afternoon and one of the employees was very unhelpful and rude. Instead of helping he just told me everything was out of my price range. He doesn’t know me or how much money I had in my pocket. Will never go back!.
13. Halpin Music Company
Address: 88 Northport Dr, Alton, IL 62002 , Pulaski County , Illinois , United States
Just got some things over lunch and am very pleased with the service. Prices are also very competitive, even with online prices.
Just got my first guitar yesterday and had broken a string by trying to get it back in tune today. Took it to Halpin and they had the string replaced and also adjusted the neck within 10 minutes. It cost me a whole $2. I will definitely be going back when I need service or need to purchase stuff for my new guitar. Great customer service.
Great place and very nice staff will meet your music needs at any level.
Friendly, helpful staff with a surprising knowledge of the instruments. They really care, and it shows.
Nice place, friendly workers
great customer service and good guitars and pianos
Bad experience. Our band teacher left my daughters instrument there last Thursday. They never even touched it and her band recital is tomorrow. Their representative never bothered to contact the school or teacher. We drove all the way to Alton and took it to Miller’s Music on Swansea. He got it fixed enough to be ready for band recital that night! What a miracle worker. Halpins said it would take them weeks to get it fixed. OMG!
The clerk at Halpins offered an apology after I mentioned the situation. Nothing from the owners themselves. We don’t treat our own customers that way, speaking as a business owner. Sad to say, some businesses just don’t care.
Never open on weekends! When do these people think musicians play and need gear??
It seems as though the technicians that repair instruments can’t repair the instruments correctly without having to send them out for repairs. The customer has to tell and show what exactly is broken or needs repairs. Th oo bad they are the only musical instrument repair shop in Alton
14. Mojo’s Music
Address: 144 N Main St, Edwardsville, IL 62025 , Pulaski County , Illinois , United States
The team at Mojo’s Music is second to none! Their exceptional customer service, knowledge, and selection will forever keep me coming back. Even if I am a few hours away.
Super helpful and informed – and fun group of guys.
Did have what I was looking for but customer service was extremely polite and helped me out.
Fun shop for sure! Eye candy hanging on all the surrounding walls. The shop’s main focus is guitars so it’s definitely the place to go if that’s your go to instrument. Workers are knowledgeable and always very helpful. It’s no breaking news that guitar shops tend to give off awkward, intimidating vibes (understandably so when you visit any shop with high pricetagged merch) and I do have to try and hide my feelings of squirminess while there, but I enjoy going and will continue to.
Lots of inventory and they are willing to deal
After years of taking time off from playing music, band break up really made me step away, I’ve decided to look around for a new guitar and rig, have gone to Mojo’s, have purchase three terrific instruments from them in the past 15 years, never had a bad experience, today, however, was not the same. I walked into a store deflated of its prior pulse, I was seen and ignored, walked around looking for what would be my next stage guitar. Two employees, yet no time to greet, or attempt to make a sale, to show products, I even made an attempt by asking what’s new, even then not a singular spark of interest in my affairs with them was of significance. I walked out of there for the last time, sad to see such a place become so cold and uninviting.
I went in to get my guitar repaired, the staff members sat at the counter and talked and ignored me for several minutes. Then after they finally looked at my guitar it turned out to be a very expensive repair so I decided to just buy a new guitar. One would think this would be cue to start selling a guitar, instead they ignored me some more and made me feel awkward for playing any guitar they had. So I went to swing city music right down the road and they instantly came to help and found a guitar that was right for me.
15. Walmart Supercenter
Address: 300 Leigh Ave, Anna, IL 62906 , Pulaski County , Illinois , United States
A very well organized approach at this one. Management gets it right here.
It’s anna walmart
Great place to shop. Friendly staff who are always helpful.
One of the managers is beyond obnoxiously rude. Tall dark headed – younger
I went in to buy Bullets yesterday and was told I could not purchase them because my foid card was expired. Il. has extended foid cards that expired since March of 2021 for a period of 18 months. I have applied for my new foid card. Is it my fault that the state of il. Has not sent me a new card? Wake up Walmart and abide by the states law.
Evil is here!!!
16. American Piano Pro
Address: 333 Rudd-Spees Rd, Ledbetter, KY 42058 , Pulaski County , Illinois , United States
My piano is a true antique (1847 Grand Square). American Piano Pro was professional and meticulous with packing and moving my piano. I am so grateful for their wonderful service. Truly remarkable
17. Nancys New 2 You LLC
Address: 238 Main St, Mound City, IL 62963 , Pulaski County , Illinois , United States
GREAT STORE STOP IN THIS PLACE HAS AMAZING DEALS AND CUSTOMER SERVICE IS BY FAR THE BEST , THEY HAVE A LITTLE BIT OF EVERYTHING. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
18. Oldies but Goodies Antiques
Address: 4575 E Vienna St, Anna, IL 62906 , Pulaski County , Illinois , United States
Assessment: ★★★★☆
4.2/5 based on 20 evaluations.
Business hours:
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Variety of items, lots of booths and great prices. Well worth my 1 hour drive!
Lots of nice things. Fair prices. Will be going back.
Good and old!!!
Not a lot going on in there.
Lots of interesting items. I can usually find something I want/need.
Too hot inside building. Add more big fans or add air conditioning. Couldn’t really shop comfortable due to heat so left before I was really done shopping.
Needs some work on vendors not alot
I had to give one star to post. My wife and I stopped; one of us has to stay in the car with our dogs. My first experience is a gruff “hello,” as frequenting the business interrupted the owners chat with his friend.
I am obviously mobility restricted. I exited with an item in mind for her to look at at 4:20pm. She entered at 4:25pm to go look at the item. She was literally yelled out the door: he followed her out the door to continue yelling at her about being closed at 4:30pm. It was 4:26pm. It would have been one thing to note the store was closing; running out into the parking lot to yell was unnecessary.
Not a place worth stopping or spending your money.
I would say vendors might want to consider a place that would be happy taking money for you.
19. Screaming Owl Records
Address: 204 W College St, Carbondale, IL 62901 , Pulaski County , Illinois , United States
