Business Details
We have been serving the musical needs of central North Carolina since our founding by Lewis L. Moore in 1939. Our downtown Greensboro location has operated continuously for over eight decades as a full-service music retailer. We provide instrument sales, rentals, repairs, lessons, sheet music, and accessories under one roof. Our staff consists of highly trained musicians who bring professional performance experience to every customer interaction. We maintain a full-service repair shop capable of returning instruments like 12-string guitars in as little as two days. Our music education programs include private lessons, summer camps, and specialized workshops for all skill levels.
We offer lesson scholarships to ensure financial barriers never prevent aspiring musicians from learning. Our community-focused approach has made us a trusted resource for parents, students, and seasoned performers alike. We prioritize transparent pricing and personalized guidance, whether fitting a sixth grader with their first instrument or preparing a professional for a gig. Our commitment to building music education in local schools reflects our deep roots in the Greensboro community. We invite you to experience the difference that generations of musical expertise and genuine care can make.
We offer lesson scholarships to ensure financial barriers never prevent aspiring musicians from learning. Our community-focused approach has made us a trusted resource for parents, students, and seasoned performers alike. We prioritize transparent pricing and personalized guidance, whether fitting a sixth grader with their first instrument or preparing a professional for a gig. Our commitment to building music education in local schools reflects our deep roots in the Greensboro community. We invite you to experience the difference that generations of musical expertise and genuine care can make.
Highlights and features
- We have served Greensboro musicians continuously since 1939.
- Our staff includes Broadway-experienced performers and degree-holding musicians.
- We operate a full-service repair shop with two-day turnaround.
- Our lesson scholarships remove financial barriers for aspiring students.
- We provide instruments, lessons, repairs, and accessories together.
Services
Instrument Sales & Rentals
We offer a curated selection of band and orchestral instruments from premier brands like Yamaha, Buffet Crampon, and Selmer Paris. Our rental program provides flexible terms for students beginning their musical journey in area schools. Every purchase includes expert setup and ongoing support from our performing musician staff.
Instrument Repairs
Our full-service repair shop handles everything from basic restrings to complex overhauls for brass, woodwind, and string instruments. We recently returned a 12-string guitar in two days despite quoting a two-week timeline for the work. All repairs are performed by technicians with professional performance backgrounds ensuring playability standards.
Private Music Lessons
We provide individualized instruction for all ages and skill levels in comfortable studios with waiting areas featuring books and toys. Our instructors tailor curriculum to personal goals, whether preparing a sixth grader for band or guiding a 66-year-old beginner. Lesson scholarships ensure financial circumstances never prevent access to quality music education.
Summer Music Camps
Our seasonal camps include specialized workshops such as film scoring, sound design, and ukulele circle for immersive group learning experiences. These programs complement private lessons by fostering collaboration and creative exploration in supportive environments. Camp schedules and registration details are available through our online portal for convenient family planning.
Sheet Music & Accessories
We stock method books, repertoire, and accessories essential for band, orchestra, and private study across all instrument families. Our gift section features music-themed items perfect for teachers, students, and enthusiasts celebrating musical milestones. Knowledgeable staff assist with selecting the correct materials for specific curriculum requirements or personal preferences.
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Reviews (6)
Melissa Zeigler
Jun 28, 2022
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Moore Music always has exactly what I'm looking for as a teacher. Their kind, courteous staff is completely professional and, if they don't have it, they will find a way to get it for you. Always shop local and support our local merchants.
Michael Sage
Jun 26, 2022
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Very nice selection and reasonably priced. Went in to get guitar strings but walked out with a new keyboard and stand as well. I had been wanting to learn for a while and luckily found a great beginner setup at MMC to get me started.
Sharen Hart
Apr 24, 2022
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I needed a copy of a violin solo/piano accompaniment for Solo & Ensemble Festival, which was about two weeks away. I called Moore Music from Georgia. They ordered it for me and arranged for the publishing company to express mail it to my home in Georgia via UPS. A few days later I called to order another item (solo book) and Moore Music came to the rescue again. We had our performance today and the adjudicator had the score. What a life saver Moore Music is when I'm on a crunch.
G. Hauser
Mar 24, 2022
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I have not had a bad experience at Moore Music since we first step foot inside almost 2 years ago! The staff is ALWAYS so welcoming, patient, helpful and extremely knowledgeable! Any "problems" or questions we have had have been immediately addressed, answered and resolved with kindness and ease! I most definitely recommend them to ANYONE!
Regina Smith
Mar 08, 2022
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Absolutely the best people. Everyone was friendly and courteous. We were immediately helped. They were able to make some minor adjustments to my daughter's instrument quickly. I have used them for several years now. They never disappoint.
Mel Doggett
Mar 08, 2022
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Staff and technicians are very helpful. The technicians that worked on my granddaughters saxophone and trumpet help me turn their instruments around since they only had a week in Greensboro as they were to returning back Alabama where there is no help for their instruments. The sales staff can be relied upon to give you good information reference what you need for your musicians supplies
