Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Music Store in Waukesha, WI
Since 1953, White House of Music has been a cornerstone of Southeastern Wisconsin's music community, providing high-quality instruments, expert repair services, and comprehensive music education. Our four retail locations in Waukesha, Brookfield, Watertown, and West Bend offer personalized support for students, educators, and professional musicians. With decades of combined experience, our team specializes in instrument rentals, private lessons, and band/orchestra program support. Our String Shoppe caters exclusively to orchestral string players, while our repair technicians bring decades of expertise to instrument maintenance and restoration.We partner with local schools and community organizations to foster music education through programs like New Horizons Band and Get Uked group ukulele classes. Our commitment to 'Music for Life' extends through our Lease to Learn rental program, which offers purchase equity, and our extensive inventory of musician-approved products. Backed by generations of family leadership and formal music education, we combine technical expertise with personalized service to meet every customer's needs.
Services
Music Lessons
Instrument Rentals
Instrument Repairs
Sheet Music Sales
School Programs
String Shoppe
Event Hosting
Online Rentals
Student Store
Repair Services
Details
- Year established: 1953
Highlights and features
- We offer 70+ years of combined music industry expertise across our locations
- Our on-site repair shop features technicians with decades of specialized experience
- Lease to Learn program provides purchase equity for student instruments
- Exclusive String Shoppe with soundproof testing rooms for orchestral instruments
- Community partnerships supporting local school music programs since 1953
Services
Music Lessons
Private and group music lessons available for all skill levels. Our experienced instructors teach piano, guitar, strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion. Customized lesson plans adapt to individual learning styles while maintaining technical rigor. Special programs include New Horizons Band for seniors and group ukulele classes.
Instrument Rentals
Lease to Learn program offers affordable instrument rentals with equity toward purchase. Available for band, orchestra, and solo instruments including violins, trumpets, clarinets, and percussion. Flexible terms for school-year commitments and summer rentals available.
Instrument Repairs
Full-service repair shop staffed by experienced technicians. Services include cleaning, maintenance, and restoration of all band and orchestral instruments. On-site diagnostics with access to specialized repair facilities in Waukesha for complex restorations.
String Shoppe
Specialized string instrument showroom featuring violins, violas, cellos, and basses. Soundproof demonstration rooms allow proper acoustic evaluation. Carries major brands and accessories including bows, cases, and performance-enhancing strings.
School Programs
Comprehensive support for school music programs including instrument rentals, curriculum resources, and teacher training. Partners with over 50 school districts providing inventory solutions and educational consulting services for band and orchestra programs.
People
Alex Mortensen
Sales Professional / Teacher
Indiana University graduate with BA in Multiple Woodwind Performance. Specializes in oboe, saxophone, and flute instruction with eight years teaching experience across classical and jazz styles.
Logan Skumatz
Sales Professional / Lesson Instructor
University of Wisconsin Stevens Point graduate with BM in Horn Performance. Specializes in French horn and trumpet instruction with five years teaching experience across classical and jazz styles.
Chris White
President / CEO
Executive leader with decades of music industry experience guiding business strategy and operations across multiple retail locations.
Don Hausen
Store Manager
Retail operations specialist overseeing Waukesha location with extensive background in music education and customer service.
Mason Lee
Store Manager
West Bend location manager combining musical expertise with business leadership to support local community music initiatives.
Questions
What instrument rental options are available for students?
Our Lease to Learn program offers monthly rentals with equity toward purchase. We provide band/orchestra instruments, guitars, and accessories with flexible terms for school-year commitments.
Do you offer music lessons for all skill levels?
Yes, we provide private lessons for beginners through advanced musicians. Our instructors teach all major instruments and voice with customized lesson plans for individual needs.
What repair services do you offer for musical instruments?
We handle basic repairs on-site and partner with specialized technicians for complex restorations. Services include cleaning, maintenance, and full instrument restoration for all band and orchestral instruments.
How do you support local school music programs?
We partner with 50+ school districts providing instrument rentals, curriculum resources, and teacher training. Our specialists offer inventory solutions and educational consulting for band and orchestra programs.
What financing options are available for instrument purchases?
We offer three financing options subject to credit approval, plus layaway plans that allow payments over time with no interest for qualified customers.
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Reviews (4)
Nora Barton
Jun 13, 2022
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I have made several purchases here and have always found the customer service to be exceptional. Today I set up lessons for two of my grandchildren over the phone and again, had outstanding service. Friendly, helpful, anxious to please and knowledgeable about everything I needed help with. I will continue to do business with this store!
Deb Trask
Apr 24, 2022
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I grew up visiting WHOM, and utilized them when I purchased my son's Euphonium, even though I now live in the Black Hills of SD. We stopped in today while on vacation and the service we received was outstanding! My son's saxophone cork was repaired while we shopped, they arranged to order a book of music and have it available before we have to leave the area. We were able to stock up on reeds, music & sample instruments, all while being taken care by their amazing staff!
Hailey M.
Mar 20, 2022
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I went to the White House of Music to have a strap button installed on my accoustic-electric concert ukulele. The people there were kind and knowledgeable. They answered the questions I had. The whole process took about seven business days; sent to their specialist at another location. It was worth the wait. The button is chrome to match the tuning pegs and I am grateful to know it was done right.
It is very sturdy and still plays perfectly when plugged into an amp. Definitely a great value. The White House of Music has a selection of quality shoulder straps and ukulele sheet music to choose from as a bonus. I would recommend them for anyone looking for a trustworthy team that will give your instrument the care it deserves.
It is very sturdy and still plays perfectly when plugged into an amp. Definitely a great value. The White House of Music has a selection of quality shoulder straps and ukulele sheet music to choose from as a bonus. I would recommend them for anyone looking for a trustworthy team that will give your instrument the care it deserves.
Malachiah Norris
Feb 01, 2022
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A great keyboard from a great store! The piano was straightforward to set up, and the tone/touch is as close to an acoustic that one could desire. Love the wooden keys, definitely my favorite aspect of the keyboard! It looks and feels like top notch quality! Jonah from the Germantown location did such a thorough job taking care of the order. There's never been a time I couldn't count on him to help get me what I need : He's always nice and super helpful! Thanks White House for providing me with my new best piano/friend!
