Business Details
Pittsburgh's Premier Music Store Since 1888
Volkwein's Music operates as a family-owned business with a legacy dating back to 1888. Our full-time team of over 30 sales professionals and repair technicians, all practicing musicians, serve the needs of both amateur and professional musicians. We provide comprehensive services including instrument sales, rentals, repairs, and accessories at our Pittsburgh location. Our commitment to musical excellence extends through educational partnerships, school programs, and direct community engagement. Specialized departments handle woodwind, brass, string, and percussion instruments alongside electronic and classroom tools. As an established presence in the music industry, we combine generational expertise with modern inventory management and customer service practices.Our physical store maintains consistent operating hours while offering online ordering capabilities for expanded accessibility. The company's reputation for quality is reinforced through repair services performed by certified technicians using industry-standard methods. We prioritize customer education through curated product displays, personalized instrument tryouts, and curated accessory recommendations. Our operations span retail sales, institutional account management, and consignment services while maintaining strict quality control across all business divisions.
Services
Instrument Sales
Music Rentals
Instrument Repairs
School Programs
Accessories Sales
Highlights and features
- Family-operated business with over 135 years of industry experience
- 30+ person staff includes professional musicians and certified repair technicians
- Offering both in-store and online instrument sales with educational support
- Specialized rental program with secure agreement options
- Maintaining Pittsburgh's most comprehensive inventory of musical instruments
Services
Instrument Sales
Volkwein's Music offers complete inventory of new woodwind, brass, and string instruments including Yamaha YTS 875EX saxophones. Each instrument undergoes professional inspection before sale to ensure playability standards. Our sales staff provides guidance for students selecting first instruments through advanced players requiring specialized equipment.
Music Rentals
The store manages a professional percussion rental program with secured rental agreements. Customers receive detailed documentation outlining payment terms, insurance requirements, and maintenance responsibilities. The program accommodates both seasonal needs and long-term educational commitments with flexible return options.
Instrument Repairs
Professional repair services cover all instrument categories with dedicated technicians for woodwind, brass, string, and percussion instruments. The workshop maintains industry-standard tools and replacement parts inventory to address common issues from restringing to major structural repairs requiring specialized craftsmanship.
School Programs
The company partners with local schools through custom order pages for required accessories and instrument tryout events. Representatives provide personalized guidance for students selecting first instruments. Catalog includes audition preparation materials aligned with PMEA festival requirements for Pittsburgh area students.
Accessories Sales
Complete accessory inventory includes sheet music stands, practice pads, drumsticks, and instructional materials. Specialized offerings like Zildjian x Crayola drumsticks combine educational value with recreational use. The store maintains both general use items and niche products catering to professional musicians' specific needs.
Questions
What types of instruments do you carry?
We stock new woodwind, brass, string, and percussion instruments including Yamaha models. Our inventory covers student through professional levels with accessories for all major orchestral and band instruments.
Do you offer instrument rental services?
Yes, we have secured rental programs for percussion instruments with flexible terms. Rental agreements include insurance requirements and maintenance responsibilities documentation.
Are repair services available for all instrument types?
Our technicians handle woodwind, brass, string, and percussion repairs. The workshop maintains specialized tools for common maintenance tasks and major restoration projects.
What are your store hours?
We're open Tuesday-Thursday 8:30AM-5PM, Friday 10:30AM-5PM, and Saturday 8:30AM-5PM. The store is closed Sunday and Monday.
Can I purchase accessories online?
Yes, our website offers general accessories including practice pads, drumsticks, sheet music stands, and instructional materials with direct shipping options.
Do you support local school music programs?
We partner with schools through custom order pages for required accessories and provide personalized instrument tryouts with education representatives for student selections.
Reviews (6)
Bethany Zemaitis
Jun 23, 2022
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Great service, good selection of music and instruments. Somewhat pricey at times but nice to walk in and have an in person experience.
Fred Behanna
Feb 21, 2022
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Excellent experience; quality and friendly customer service, extremely fair pricing, wide selection of products. Highly recommended.
Mark
Dec 30, 2021
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I go to Volkweins to find accessories to be able to play my instrument more easily and make it more enjoyable. If Volkweins doesn't have what you're shopping for, you don't need it, and you sure as heck won't find it anywhere else.
Allison C.
Aug 05, 2021
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The store is very quiet but there is music playing. We were greeted when we walked in by a lady at the center desk area. There are many instruments and accessories to go along with them. You can probably find whatever you are looking for here. My mother and I had to pick up my sisters instrument from the repair center and they were very kind. He opened the case to show what they needed to fix and asked if I would like to try it out. The workers are sweet and knowledgeable and the selection is huge.
Matt Terzi
Mar 20, 2021
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Super friendly staff, lots of options for percussion and band. Their guitar selection was light and limited just to acoustics and ukes, but there's so else to check out too. I'd you play percussion or band stuff this is the store for you.
Gihan Liyanage
Jan 31, 2021
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I went for a instrument try out for my daughter. The staff was very respectful and helpful. One of staf member who helped my daughter to try out the instruments did that well. He taught how to play the flute and saxophone like a teacher. He answered all the questions we had and he was very friendly to my daughter too. The price is reasonable and hope the service will also be good. Recommending for any kind of music needs.
