Useful Links

Instrument Sales:

Pianos:

Alan Clarke Pianos - Located in Chesterfield, they have the best piano showroom in the Derbyshire area, their friendly staff can help with the purchase of a new or used quality piano. They also offer a piano rental service.

Address: 61 Saltergate, Chesterfield, Derbyshire S401UJ

Tel: 01246 207623

Strings:

The Violin Company - They have one of the biggest selections of new & used violins in the UK. They provide quality Violins, Violas, Cellos and Basses. All instruments are professionally set up and can be purchased or rented. They also have a huge selection of accessories (strings, bridges, shoulder rests etc).

Address: Bradgate House, Derby Road, Heanor, Derbyshire DE757QL

Tel: 07588 777596

Drums:

The Music Locker - They offer all the top quality brands in Electric and Acoustic Drum kits. Their experienced staff can help you choose a good quality instrument at the best prices.

Address: Amberley Farm, Chesterfield Road, Pentrich, Ripley, Derbyshire DE53RJ

Tel: 07970 061897

Guitars, Banjos & Ukuleles:

Crazy Train Music - A great guitar shop offering all the top quality brands. They have a great selection of fretted instruments, with prices to suit all budgets.

Address: 172 Nuncargate Rd, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire NG179EA

Tel: 01623 237073

Woodwind & Brass:

Windblowers - Retailers of all woodwind and brass instruments. Including Flutes, Clarinets, Bassoons, Saxophones, Trumpets, Horns, Trombones, Tubas etc. Top quality instruments and expert advice.

Address: 75-77 Derby Road, Nottingham NG15BA

Tel: 0115 9410543

Instrument Services:

Piano Tuning:

Edward Knowles - Edward is Derbyshires top piano tuner, he operates all across the Amber Valley Area tuning pianos and repairing pianos up to a high standard.

Address: Derwent Street, Belper, Derbyshire.DE56 1WN

Tel: 01629 822997

Strings Repair/Renovation:

Bass Bags - They have some of the most skilled luthiers in the UK, and always guarantee to do a top quality professional job. They can take on any repair from a string replacement to a full restoration.

Address: The Old Brewery, Duffield Road, Little Eaton, Derbyshire DE215DS

Tel: 01332 840391

Woodwind & Brass Repair/Renovation:

Neville Brothers - These guys have over 35 years of experience repairing musical instruments. Whether you need a dent repairing or a total restoration, they will bring your instrument back to its former glory and also get it sounding superb.

Address: 91 Station Road, Derby DE33FP

Tel: 01332 290762

Guitar & Bass Repair/Renovation:

Andy Farrell - This guy is highly skilled and experienced with all types of Guitars and Basses. All work undertaken from replacing strings and basic set ups right up to a total restoration. Andy will get your instrument sounding superb.

Address: 9 Brewery St, Kimberley, Nottinghamshire NG162JS

Tel: 0115 9389965

Specialist Tutors:

Drums:

Amber Valley Drum School - Providing top quality drum lessons in the Amber Valley area. These guys will get you playing up to a great level in no time.

Address: 107 Upper Dunstead Rd, Langley Mill, Nottinghamshire NG164FJ

Tel: 01773715870

Woodwind:

Chris Freebury - Chris has over 40 years of teaching experience. He is an ex-professional flautist and is proficient in all woodwind instruments including Flute, Clarinet, Oboe, Basson and Saxophone. He is a great teacher and highly recommended for pupils of all abilities.

Address: 24 Curzon Close, Allestree, Derby DE222SX

Tel: 07771 673515

Brass:

Neville Brothers - David Neville is a highly experienced teacher specialising in all Brass instruments, including Cornet, Trumpet, Horn, Trombone, Tuba & Euphomium etc

Address: 91 Station Road, Derby DE33FP

Tel: 01332 290762

Classical Guitar:

The Classical Guitar Academy - Ed Peczek is a highly experienced tutor specialising in Classical Guitar. Ed is taking on pupils of all abilities and is highly recommended.

Address: Banks Mill, Bridge St, Derby DE13LB

Tel: 07859 413721