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Break from the pack and play in style with these new colorful instrument cables from Ernie Ball. Guaranteed to make you play 200% percent better!* (*May not be entirely true. But still…)

Is Mozart Here Today? By Myrna Sislen Five years ago, my sister thought it would be a good idea to buy a puppy for our aging parents. She decided on a personable male Cockapoo and also decided — without consulting me — to name him Mozart. Her plan was that if he didn’t work out […]

Yes, CDs still work and sound fine. And many of Middle C’s teachers have released wonderful collections. The Middle C Music Jazz All Stars include international urban harmonica player Frederic Yonnet, saxophonist Peter Fraize (both of whom taught at Middle C), Warren Howe on percussion, Jim Levy on piano, and Michael Bowie on bass. Classical […]

There’s a great new way to support local businesses. Tenley Bucks are e-gift cards that you purchase online and can use at participating shops in the area. They work just like any gift card, but the benefits stay in the community. Learn more and purchase some Tenley Bucks here. And watch for Myrna on Fox5 […]

Listen to this terrific story about the Real Book, that essential tool that musicians have been relying on for decades. The truth is much stranger than fiction! (And, yes, we do have Real Books in stock!) https://99percentinvisible.org/episode/the-real-book/

Join us this Saturday, April 10, from 1 to 3 p.m., weather permitting, for an outdoor, socially-distanced jam session. Everyone is invited to join Middle C staffers in singing and playing your favorite songs. The jams will continue every Saturday when the weather is good. See you there!

You’re either on Zoom or working on your podcast. And we’ve got the tools to help you sound your best.

Middle C’s Lauren White demonstrates the shimmering sounds of our new acoustic/electric Washburn 12-string guitar. In addition to the great natural sound, you can plug it in and soar eight miles high. To hear and play this beauty yourself, stop in to the store — Monday – Thursday 11-7; Friday – Saturday 11-6.

As the photo says, the only thing to make this day better is to add music. Come on in and strum away to find which model makes you sing. Don’t need a lot of green to chase away the winter blues.

We are excited to announce that Middle C Music will hold in-person Summer Rock Band Camps this summer. Camp Director Nelson Dougherty will lead children ages 10-15, all instruments welcome! Dates are July 12-16, and July 19-23. Camp size is limited, social distancing will be in place, inside and outside classes. Camp runs from 10-2 […]

Middle C Music is happy to celebrate the beginning of our 20th year in business. It’s been a wild ride and we couldn’t have done it without the support of our wonderful community, our teachers, staff, and students. Former Middle C all-star Mike Sweeney baked us one of his signature “Strawberrious Hilarious” cakes with a […]

Monday, March 22, is Middle C Music’s 19th anniversary! We are a little verklempt. Thanks to all of our wonderful customers, students, friends, and staff for helping us succeed. Come on by and say hello this Monday. There will be cake.

We are springing ahead! Our new spring hours are Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Stop in and say hi!

It’s that glorious time of year again, when the cherry blossoms bloom. And we’re having a contest! Send us your Cherry Blossom drawings and we will display them at the store. Bonus points if your drawing incorporates music in some way. All artists will be featured on Middle C Music’s website! Prizes for the best […]

FedEx is giving a grant of $50,000 to small businesses and Middle C Music has entered. Go to this link: Or cut-and-paste this: https://smallbusinessgrant.fedex.com/entry/aHPXG69P13 and vote for us. Your vote will help Middle C keep the doors open, keep the lessons going, and help us continue to provide our community with all their music needs […]

This terrific acoustic-electric mandolin pack just arrived from Washburn. Includes a case, strap, instruction book, picks — everything you need to get started, right out of the box. And the sweet F-style looks great just hanging on the wall. But you’ll want to play the heck out of this.

Unboxer Sam has a sweet tooth for delicious new issues from our friends at Hal Leonard. Watch as he digs deep to find the goodness.

We’re celebrating Cherry Blossom season, despite recent weather. The new window display courtesy of our own Lauren White. Come in and help us enjoy higher temps and longer days.

Get your reggae on, any time, any place, with the new Airboard Rasta from Hohner. This redesigned melodica is crisp and voluminous, and the newly designed mouthpiece is very comfortable to play.

In addition to all the sheet music you know you need, we’ve got the books that you never imagined you need. Best of Iggy Pop? Check. Led Zeppelin for piano? Check. Hip-Hop cello? Check. Come on in and browse for more. #Alfred Music #Hal Leonard.