New York
Guitar Stores and Lessons in Albany, NY
3 guitar and music stores, 2 music schools and lesson studios in Albany, New York, independents first. Verify hours before you go; shops change fast. Buying your first guitar? Read the first guitar buying guide before you walk in.
Guitar and music stores
Instrument retailers, from dedicated guitar shops to full-line music stores.
John Keal Music Company
819 Livingston Ave, Albany, NY 12206
Hilton Music Center
440 Colonie Ctr, Albany, NY 12205-2754
Theaheng Music ធាហេង ហាងតន្ត្រីទំនើប
https://maps.app.goo.gl/FKLVm6PE3gqaGgcA9, Albany, NY 12257
Guitar lessons and music schools
Lesson studios and music schools. Most teach guitar; call to confirm your instrument and level.
Guilderland Music Academy
1823 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203-4654
518 Guitar Lessons
158 Rosemont St, Albany, NY 12206
Chain stores and franchise schools
National and regional chains. Big selection and consistent pricing; the independent shops above usually win on setup quality and advice.
Recording Connection Audio Institutelessons
31 Bradford St, Albany, NY 12206
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