Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Premier Musical Instruments and Music Lessons in Alabama
Founded in 1909, we have dedicated over a century to empowering musicians of all levels across the Southeast. Our expertise spans musical instrument sales, rentals, repairs, and tailored music education programs. With three strategically located stores in Montgomery, Dothan, and Birmingham, Alabama, we serve educators, students, and professionals through hands-on service and extensive inventory. Our team of seasoned school service representatives provides on-site support for band programs, ensuring quality instruments and resources reach every community. Our decades of experience are matched by our commitment to innovation, offering online rental options and the largest regional selection of band sheet music.We maintain rigorous quality standards through on-site repairs at all locations, ensuring instruments perform reliably for every customer. Our accoladesincluding multiple 'Best Music Store' awards and partnerships with national brandsreflect our unwavering dedication to musical excellence. We pride ourselves on personalized service, whether through expert instrument fittings or customized music selection guidance. This combination of tradition, expertise, and customer-focused approach has established us as a trusted leader in the music industry. Every day, we strive to make musical journeys accessible and rewarding for every individual we serve.
Services
Musical instrument rentals
Music lessons
Instrument repairs
Sheet music sales
School band support
Online rentals
Print music orders
Convention exhibitions
Band instrument sales
Equipment financing
Details
- Year established: 1909
Highlights and features
- We have over 115 years of experience serving musicians across the Southeast.
- Our team provides on-site instrument repairs at all three Alabama locations.
- We offer the largest selection of band music in the Southeast region.
- Our school service representatives provide expert guidance for band programs.
- We implement a comprehensive rental program for beginning musicians.
What people say
Exceptional service
Knowledgeable staff
Helping us make music
Great customer service
Lightning fast courteous service
Services
Musical instrument rentals
We provide premium band instrument rentals for students through month-to-month plans with purchase options. Our traditional in-school rentals follow band directors' recommendations while online rent-to-rent programs offer immediate access for late registrants. Each rental includes maintenance support and expert guidance to ensure proper instrument selection for the musician's skill level and needs.
Music lessons
We offer tailored music lessons for various instruments at multiple locations, including guitar, piano, and band instruments. Certified instructors provide personalized guidance for all skill levels, from complete beginners to advanced musicians. Lessons integrate with our retail services, allowing students to coordinate instrument purchases or rentals with their educational journey.
Instrument repairs
Our certified technicians perform on-site repairs for instruments purchased through our stores at all three Alabama locations. Services include routine maintenance, emergency fixes before important performances, and comprehensive overhauls. We prioritize quick turnaround times while maintaining quality craftsmanship to keep musicians performing consistently without prolonged equipment downtime.
Sheet music sales
We maintain the largest in-stock band music selection in the Southeast region, featuring thousands of concert, jazz, and marching band arrangements. Our inventory includes all-state tryout materials, solo and ensemble literature, and hard-to-find permanently out-of-print arrangements. Customers can submit specific requests through our dedicated print music inquiry service.
School band support
We provide comprehensive support for school band programs through our team of school service representatives. Services include on-site instrument fittings, delivery of prepaid supplies, and expert recommendations for program enhancements. Our representatives regularly visit schools across multiple states to offer specialized guidance for directors, students, and parents.
Questions
Does Art's Music Shop offer instrument repair services?
Yes, we provide on-site repairs for instruments purchased through our stores at all three Alabama locations.
Can I rent a musical instrument online?
Yes, we offer online rent-to-rent programs for immediate instrument access with purchase options available.
Do you provide music lessons for beginners?
Yes, certified instructors offer personalized lessons for all skill levels, including complete beginners.
Which areas do you serve?
We serve customers across Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Mississippi, and Louisiana with three physical locations.
Do you carry hard-to-find sheet music?
Yes, we have the largest in-stock band music selection in the Southeast, including rare arrangements.
Can I purchase instruments online?
We recommend visiting our stores for personalized assistance, though select items are available through our online rentals.
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Reviews (7)
Adam Westbrook
Mar 22, 2022
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Be a good place for a music shop that sales and buy instruments but they can't do anything but sale with out the manager so if u need to sale something don't go here
Cole Davis
Mar 08, 2022
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Friendly attentive staff, but not a single guitar cleaning product of any kind except what they had open for their own use. Don't really understand that. Part of owning an instrument is maintenance
Dan Rodbell
Sep 28, 2021
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The folks at Art's are top notch people who were incredibly helpful and most importantly, expressed themselves to be true enthusiasts of music themselves. They may be "salesmen", but they came off more as highly knowledgeable fellow shoppers that had very straightforward and non-salesy opinions of the Breedlove acoustics and G&L electrics I was looking into. I had a really fun time trying out at least 10 different guitars in a relaxed but helpful atmosphere. Importantly, every guitar they had on the wall was expertly setup with appropriately filed nuts, adjusted saddles, and perfect relief on the necks. The Breedlove Organic Series Concerto I purchased was legitimately came as perfectly setup as you can get right off the display wall. I just with they had a store in my hometown of New Orleans, LA.
Candous Langston
Sep 23, 2021
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Super helpful! I needed some help with the pegs on my violin. Not only did they fix the pegs, they also tuned it for me, got a better fit for my chin rest, and helped me find a neck rest for around $20. Definitely going back here if I need anything else!
Conner Phillips
Jul 28, 2021
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Got told a U bass is rare yet at bailey brothers (within walking distance)I found two that were better quality and cheaper
Nick Lacy
May 07, 2021
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Probably one of, if not the best music store in the Birmingham area. They market towards musicians of all kinds - beginner to semi-professional/professional. Very clean establishment and helpful/knowledgeable staff. If you're looking for a great place to fill most all your music needs, look no farther, you've found it here!
Taylor Kosman
Mar 13, 2021
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Repair shop - especially the woodwind tech, Brian, since I'm a sax player - are fantastic. Very knowledgeable about the workings of the instrument and willing to work with you on modifications. I've taken several saxophones for full overhauls and they are lightyears better than before. Even when I move I will try and get work done here if I can.