Wonderful. A real bookstore with a very broad selection. If I lived in Sanford I would have a revolving account here. The real test of a bookstore is that you only bought 3 books (no more room in luggage) and could have easily bought 30.
We full on enjoyed it. We will be going back for sure.
Great selection of books and always an ever changing record selection.
Great vibe, great atmosphere, great service, good selection of books and records. Prices aren’t the best. I’ve been to cheaper used book stores, but I’m never disappointed when I come here and I never leave empty handed.
Wish there had been more sifi/fantasy books
The last few times I’ve gone in and a family member or I have asked a question, the owner has been rather brusque and rude. If you only have to buy books without asking questions, you’ll probably fine. Otherwise…
Also, there’s not a great selection of books. Mostly mass market books that you’ll find in any garage sales. Seriously, how many James Patterson books can one store sell?
4. TR Music & Voice Lessons
Address: 2551 Narcissus Ave, Sanford, FL 32771 , Sanford , Florida , United States
Timothy is a great teacher who really knows his stuff! He is very patient and takes the time to make sure you understand the material. I always leave our lessons feeling like I’ve learned something new and I look forward to the next one!
As a beginner, I was nervous about learning the guitar, but this instructor made me feel at ease. Their teaching style is fantastic, and I’ve learned so much already. Can’t wait for my next lesson!
Absolutely fantastic music teacher who encourages and brings the very best out of every student. Dedicated to success she helps musicians navigate the prestigious Certificate of Merit program in California. Highly recommend for students serious about developing and stepping up their performance level with a supportive teacher.
5. Music & Arts
Address: 1673 WP Ball Blvd, Sanford, FL 32771 , Sanford , Florida , United States
I went in to the Music & Arts store in Sanford to return sax we had rented for about 2 years. The only thing we had thought we were getting for our money was a son who learned how to create music, certainly a worthwhile thing. It turns out that we were also building rental credit that Music & Arts will allow you to use (with a few restrictions) toward the purchase of an instrument from their store. I am so grateful to Mark for his time and patience in showing me how I could make my son’s impossible dream of owning his own intermediate level instrument a reality by using a combination of rental credit and in-store financing options. This way I was able to purchase the instrument for just a slightly increased monthly payment than I was paying before to rent an instrument.
Mark was friendly and engaging and I enjoyed the time I spent in the store talking with employees and other customers while my transaction was being processed. Mark went above and beyond to get me a high demand instrument in a very quick amount of time and was great at communication. The other employee there, I thought might be a manager but I can’t recall his name, was also super nice and helpful, and made sure the transaction went through without a hitch.
Music & Arts in Sanford is definitely the only store we will use for our musical instrument needs. Thank you so much for an excellent experience.
Best prices and Guality in instruments, and on gears….best music teachers, and friendly and very informative sales persons , and out going.
They would not return some unopened items we purchased while trying out an instrument. I had to return for a manager and push to get some of the items returned. All I wanted was credit toward a different instrument and even that was a challenge. Make sure you want to keep what your buying.
They are exceptionally nice!
It was our first time going there. The guy working there was very helpful. The store has a good variety of gutars and other instruments. They also give lessons at the store.
I ordered online for a Baritone rental in mid October while they were doing the Trial Period which was only going for $1 for 2 months. What was supposed to be a week wait turned into an entire month long wait! From October 17th order I put in, I did not get the Baritone until November 21st. I called roughly 2 weeks after I put the rental order in and one of the employees at this Sanford store told me he never got the order, but yet when he looked up my order number, it showed up for his store. He then preceded to make me feel like I was causing him trouble because I decided to put the order in online instead of ordering it from them directly. He also mentioned that he might of accidentally given it away to someone else. He then put the order in for the Baritone to ship to the store which yet again took another 2 weeks and allegedly he had been calling my cell phone after ordering it to be shipped to the store and leaving messages that it was ready for pick up, yet I never received any calls or messages on a phone I’m constantly on all day everyday. After I go to pick it up, he tries to sneakingly charge me for the current rental price which would of costed me $71 instead of the $12 I was quoted had I not stopped him. On top of that, he did a credit check on me which he found out later after calling corporate that he didn’t have to do that which ends up screwing my credit. The rental was supposed to be $12 for 2 months but he said I can’t do that because the trial period is over even though they’re the ones that screwed up with me coming in this late and are only honoring the $12 for 1 month. If all that wasn’t bad enough, I come home to find out he actually gave me a Euphonium instead of a Baritone that I ordered. Never have I had to deal with such absolute garbage service from any business. What was supposed to be a month and a half long practice for a Drum and Bugle Corp audition turned into only 1 week for preparation. Be Extra cautious when renting with these people. Had I not had previous rental experience as a worker in car rental, I would of been screwed out on a lot of money. Only reason I haven’t rated them a 1/5 is because they do more than just rental and I like coming to this store which is pretty close to me to purchase any parts needed for my instrument or books for Music Theory Classes and Studio Lessons.
My family signed up for Guitar lessons and everything was fine until today. We arrived and the instructor had on a mask and looked under the weather. My wife was in the room about to take lessons and she asked if he was okay, he said he was sick. She sat for a moment and said, do you have a cold and he reluctantly said no, I have COVID. The instructor said they could reschedule if they were uncomfortable. I asked the guy at the register if he knew that the instructor had COVID and he said yes. I cancelled the lessons and requested a refund to this date the manager has not returned any of my calls.
Signed up for first time lessons a few weeks ago. When I showed up for my first lesson, the instructor was out of town. No one seemed to think it was important to notify me. Got a refund for the lesson, fine. Show up for my lesson the next week but they were double booked. Obviously there are communication issues at this location. If you’re going to sign up for lessons then I recommend verifying your appointment via the phone each time.
6. Tropical Hammer Steel Drum Crafters
Address: 900 Country Club Rd, Sanford, FL 32773 , Sanford , Florida , United States
Tom was great. Tuned up my pan and it sounds fantastic. Great work at a great price. Glad I found him.
Wow, what an awesome experience. Mr Tom transformed my ol frying pan into a work of art!
He finished my pan much quicker than I expected and at a price I could afford, plus I had several phone conversations with Tommy Rey and he is a gentleman in the first degree. From the coast of Georgia… thank you Tom !
Tom is a great guy! He provides quality service and is an expert at his craft. Thanks Tom!
7. Mindful Music Center
Address: 404 W 25th St, Sanford, FL 32771 , Sanford , Florida , United States
Desirae is very kind and patient with kids. She provides a very comfortable atmosphere for learning. I highly recommend Mindful Music
We have been doing lessons with Mindful Music Center and Miss Desirae for a few months now and it’s amazing see my 7 year old daughter thrive learning the piano! My 3 year old also participates in their toddler music time and loves it! I really enjoy Desirae’s great communication and her organization with lessons/practice plans. We highly recommend this business and plan to continue our daughters’ musical educations here.
My daughter has been taking Desirae’s vocal lessons for about a year and has improved drastically thanks to her instruction. She’s now getting the lead roles and solos that she wants. Desirae is patient, kind, and so encouraging. She also really knows her stuff! She has an amazing ability to visualize sound and communicate that image to her students in a way that makes sense to them.
8. Lochwood Academy for the Performing Arts
Address: 109 W Commercial St, Sanford, FL 32771 , Sanford , Florida , United States
Why would a parent drive 41 miles round trip, spending 62 minutes on the road, every week, just for music lessons? In fact, this same parent has done so for all three of her kids, the youngest now in high school. The answer is a commitment to outstanding music education. The founder and director of Lochwood Academy, Alice-Margaret Byerts, understands how to kindle artistic delight in and teach musical skills to students of all ages. Mrs. Byerts’ vision for Lochwood Academy promotes values that parents want their children to experience: growth in character, musical training, development of lifelong skills, and a commitment to serving others using one’s gifts and talents. Check out the variety of programs and instruction available at Lochwood Academy–it’s worth the drive!
Lochwood Academy has a “university” experience in a small, comfy setting. The staff at Lochwood Academy specialize in fostering the talent and ability inherent in its students and helping to nurture this talent, creating self-confidence and encouraging an ongoing love of the arts. Lochwood is the ideal place for helping one to develop one’s skills, be it through musical instrument, voice or the stage. Lochwood is an excellent choice if you are looking to develop your child’s inner creative, imaginative side.
My daughter has been with Mrs. Alice-Margaret Byerts for 6 years and at Lochwood Academy since its inception. I am so thrilled that we found Mrs. Byerts and that she founded Lochwood. The instruction is superb, and professional; the atmosphere is creative and peaceful. I love to sit in the waiting area and listen to the different sounds coming from different rooms, be it voice, piano, clarinet, oboe, choir, etc. All the teachers are patient and kind yet offer real feedback so that the students learn. I see the results especially in the year-end showcase which students audition and are packed with talent and quality entertainment. Every time I see someone who has talent, I want to tell them about Lochwood because I trust that they are helping my daughter develop her talent and love of music and performance, and I want to share that with others. It is time and money well spent. Lochwood is a treasure and we are so lucky to have them in our area.
9. Brand O’ Guitar Company
Address: 1920 Dolgner Pl, Sanford, FL 32771 , Sanford , Florida , United States
Jessica Bella and I are super impressed with the owner’s ambition and professionalism. We are excited to develop this relationship. 5-star first impression for sure.
Great family company that supports non profit organizations! Professional and quick turn around.
We’ve requested several guitars from Brand O’ Guitar Company over the past few years. They’ve always been fantastic to work with. They provide excellent service and are very good communicators. Plus, their products are so fun! They’ve even gone above and beyond to help ship guitars across the country for our tradeshows, making sure they get there on time. Keep on ROCKIN’, Brand O’!
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10. The Pod Creative Studio
Address: 306 S French Ave, Sanford, FL 32771 , Sanford , Florida , United States
They are fast friendly reliable and make you feel like family
Jeremy was extremely helpful. He showed great customer service skills. He showed great quality service I would choose value pawn anyday!!!
hector was amazing & always give reasonable prices
Terrible place to go. Total waste of time, they need to be put out of business.
Not much for customer service. I seem a set of rims and tires for sale at this location. I needed to know the measurement of the center bore you make sure it was large enough to fit my car. I called you there you ask them what it was and at first the gentleman was helpful but when he didn’t know it and couldn’t read it of the rim. I had asked if they could measure it and he told me he was you busy and if I wanted that I should come there in person. Instead of asking for my info and offering too cal me back when he found out. Not good customer service.
Very poorly run had to pawn a bow two years ago went in on a due date paid on it. November went back first week of December to pick up they told me it was sold somebody made a mistake but I lost my bow 2 years later I find it in there just a bow strings broke cables broke they want $175 for bow that’s worth 50 if that tried talking to the lady behind the counter and she was rolling her eyes at me so I put the bow back on the shelf and walked out they lost my business
12. Monster House Records
Address: 2621 S Orlando Dr Suite 4, Sanford, FL 32773 , Sanford , Florida , United States
Great selection, and very friendly and helpful folks, whether you’re into spooky stuff, toys or records or all of the above! Highly recommend, five stars, I say, check it out!!
Monster House Records is your destination for spooky vibes, fine vinyl records, CDs, and cassettes. But, the real grail is the VHS selection, spooky, classics, and more! Great customer service that goes above and beyond to help you complete your collections.
If you love horror movies, Horror collectibles and good clean vinyl LPs, be sure to visit this store. Lots of hodden treasure.
13. Flexx Dolla Beil
Address: 1013 W 3rd St Apt# A, Sanford, FL 32771 , Sanford , Florida , United States