Exciting news! I'm so glad you have chosen the flute! The flute is the sparkle of the orchestra and wind band (in my humble opinion) and there's a lot of fun repertoire out there. But before I get ahead of myself, I want to walk you through the basics of flute. Basic Flute Care I know you're ready to go but there are super important things to keep in mind before you start playing your flute to keep it in good shape for many years to come. Wash your hands before you start. Es

A common occurrence that happens at our store is that the well intentioned family member wants to purchase a violin or some instrument for there family member. And while we would love for you to have the experience of taking a violin that you own home-- we will ask you to wait a minute! Because we have to see the person. The simple fact of the matter is that there are different sizes for different heights! Of course, there's usually some back an forth, like "they are 10 and y

It's easy to finance your instrument at Melody Mart! We know that music is an investment and sometimes we just can't wait on it. We offer flexible financing options designed to help musicians and families move forward without putting their goals on pause. Regardless if you’re investing in your dream instrument, preserving cash flow with predictable monthly payments, or getting a beloved instrument back in playing condition, financing can be a practical way to say yes to the g

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Buying a new instrument is exciting. And It can also be… weirdly overwhelming. We've walked people through this process for decades and have made the process simple. Our goal is to find the instrument that helps you play your best!

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We believe in something simple but oh so very powerful: Everyone deserves someone who believes in them from the day they play their very first note. It doesn't matter who you are; where you want to go; or your why-- because we believe ever single person has the ability to be a great musician. To us, it is irrelevant if you are the person who is scared to make a sound or the person who is dusting off their case after 50 years of not playing. We see you, we believe in you and

We've started an ongoing list of Scholarships for musicians. At Melody Mart, we understand the challenges in navigating the realm of scholarships, especially for those dedicated to the art of music. This is a growing comprehensive collection for high school students and beyond. Hover over each image to read a snippet.

We have our parking lot of course but if that's filled, there's more! Your guide to easy, convenient parking in Downtown Homewood We’re so excited to see you at our shop! Whether you’re swinging by for a tour, signing up for lessons, or just coming to soak in the music, we want to make your visit as smooth and stress-free as possible—starting with parking. Luckily, Homewood’s got us all covered. 🅿️ Free Public Parking Lots Homewood offers seven free public parking lots throu

Join us for an intergalactic celebration of music and community on May 4, 2025, from 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM at Melody Mart! Whether you’re a Padawan just starting your musical journey or a Jedi Master of melody, there’s something for everyone!

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We often get asked what level a student needs to be involved in our group programming or ensembles-- It usually comes to a "well it depends and we can't really define the group because it is a mixed skill-level ensemble" and usually some form of back and forth until we land on the "Come Check it out!" So we were chatting and decided we need to make an online guide for our Melody Mart's Group Program. Some Background on Musical Skill Classification In music education, skill cl

Disclaimer: This blog contains affiliate links, we earn from qualifying purchases. I cannot tell you how much time and energy I could have saved by making sure my music space was neat and organized. I promise, decluttering your spaces may take a little more effort than what you'd like to give but it will help you focus on creating music. But more importantly, it will just make you feel better! An Organized Music Space means Better Focus Speaking from my experience as a profe

I always, always recommend students, musicians, and performers to attend as many performing events as they can; because it is one of the best things you can do for yourself as a musician. To me, this is an extension to of one of our other programs. Anyways, Open Mic nights at Melody Mart are low-pressure events for students of Melody Mart and our community where developing artists can experiment with new material, receive constructive feedback, and connect with fellow musicia