Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Local Music Store in Westmont, IL
Since 2003, Uncle Jon's Music has been a cornerstone of the Westmont community, dedicated to fostering musical growth and creativity. Our family-owned business combines old-school charm with modern sensibilities, offering expert knowledge, personalized service, and competitive pricing. We specialize in musical instrument sales, rentals, repairs, and lessons, serving students and professionals alike. Despite facing unexpected challenges, including a recent building incident caused by a drunk driver, we have remained resilient by adapting to a temporary location while maintaining all core services. Our commitment to the community is unwavering, as evidenced by our support for local events, schools, and charitable initiatives like our Restring For Food drive.We pride ourselves on being more than just a storewe are musicians, educators, and active participants in the cultural fabric of Westmont. With decades of combined experience, our team ensures every customer receives tailored guidance, whether selecting an instrument, booking lessons, or preparing for performances. Our accolades, including the Westmont Chamber Dick Busse Business of The Year Award, reflect our dedication to excellence in service and community engagement.
Services
Music Lessons
Instrument Rentals
Guitar Repairs
Ukulele Sales
Band Instrument Rentals
Accordion Repairs
Online Lessons
Community Events
Music Workshops
Gift Cards
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We have served the Westmont community since 2003 with expert music instruction and instrument repairs.
- Our team includes experienced musicians and educators dedicated to personalized learning.
- We offer a full range of services, including rentals, repairs, and community events.
- Awarded the Westmont Chamber Dick Busse Business of The Year for community service.
- We provide affordable, month-to-month rentals with educator-approved instruments.
What people say
Excellent customer service
Knowledgeable staff
Affordable repairs
Community-focused events
Personalized lessons
Services
Music Lessons
Private instruction for guitar, ukulele, bass, piano, and band instruments. Experienced teachers provide personalized lessons tailored to individual goals. Ideal for students of all ages and skill levels seeking to improve musicianship.
Instrument Rentals
Monthly rentals for school band instruments including saxophones, trumpets, and violins. Partnering with RentFromHome for director-approved, name-brand instruments. Includes maintenance and insurance for hassle-free use.
Guitar Repairs
Professional repair services for guitars, basses, ukuleles, and fretted instruments. Offers restringing, setups, electronics repair, and full overhauls. Servicing both acoustic and electric instruments with quick turnaround times.
Ukulele Sales
New and used ukulele sales with accessories and expert guidance. Provides instruments for beginners to professionals. Includes free workshops and community events to support player development.
Community Events
Hosts monthly ukulele circles, student showcases, and charity drives. Features live music performances and educational workshops. Promotes local musicians and fosters community connections through music.
People
Jon Kostal Jr.
Owner
Jon Kostal Jr. holds degrees in performance and composition, teaching music since 2001. He leads lessons, workshops, and community events while performing locally with multiple bands.
Questions
What services does Uncle Jon's Music offer?
We provide musical instrument sales, rentals, repairs, private lessons, and community events. Our services cater to both beginners and professional musicians.
Are music lessons available for all skill levels?
Yes, we offer private lessons for all ages and skill levels, including guitar, ukulele, piano, and band instruments with experienced instructors.
How can I rent a school band instrument?
Visit our website to rent educator-approved instruments through RentFromHome. Choose monthly rentals with included maintenance and insurance, available for pickup in Westmont.
Is the store currently open?
We operate from a temporary location at 38 N. Cass Ave. Suite B, Westmont. Hours vary by day—check our website for current schedules.
What community initiatives do you support?
We host ukulele circles, student showcases, and charity drives like Restring For Food. We also sponsor local events and school programs.
Reviews (7)
Mike Murphy
Mar 18, 2022
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Uncle Jon installed my new Zakk Wylde active pickup set for an amazing price. I am very pleased. Thank you Jon.
Kristen Smith
Feb 22, 2022
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I brought my son in to buy a guitar & Jon was extremely helpful. My son knew a little bit about what he was looking for, and Jon was able to help him with any questions he had about the rest of it. It was a really relaxed atmosphere & Jon didn't mind letting him search through & play with all the guitars to see what he wanted. He was super helpful without being the least bit pushy or seeming like a salesman! My son was able to find exactly what he wanted & I know we'll be back again.
Lorinda Wright
Feb 17, 2022
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Uncle Jon's did a great job on a repair of my Larivee guitar. I just picked it up and I couldn't be more thrilled. They did extremely careful and detailed work to repair a bridge separating from the top of the guitar, and all at a very reasonable price! This is a great store, and I'm so glad they're in my neighborhood!
Anthony Hill
Feb 16, 2022
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I recently took in one of my guitars to be checked out for a bowed neck, and in only a few days, Jon Sr. had it working 10x better than it was before. Please support this business! Everything about it is amazing. Also, the selection of instruments to buy was perfect. If you're ever looking for repairs, new instruments, or even just have some questions, Uncle Jon's is the place to go.
Michael Postawa
Jan 24, 2022
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Uncle Johns Music delivered above and beyond. 2 days before Christmas I brought a 12 string guitar into Uncle Johns Music to get restrung. They got the new strings on and did a thorough cleaning. The Guitar was ready and looking beautiful when I picked it up on Christmas Eve and ready to gift. Thank you John & John Sr.
Robert Silver
Jan 23, 2022
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In our current era of online shopping and the disappearance of local brick and mortar shops, Uncle Jon's Music stands out as a real gem. Friendly, knowledgeable and great pricing and a nice array of instruments. I've brought two guitars in for some repairs and they left Jon's shop looking fantastic and playing beautifully. Do yourself a favor and stop by.
Brad Durkin
Jan 08, 2022
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Jon helped my son pick out a ukulele, strap and bag. It was our first time at Uncle John's but we will be back for sure. Very nice store and Jon was great.
