Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Yamaha Piano Dealer & Music School in Knoxville
Bill Jones Music has been serving East Tennessee since 1973, establishing itself as the region's premier destination for musical instruments and education. Founded by Bill Jones and Jerry Godolphin, the business evolved into East Tennessee's only authorized Yamaha piano dealer while expanding its offerings to include a comprehensive music school with 26 instructors and over 300 students. Our 22,000-square-foot facility showcases an extensive inventory of new and pre-owned pianos, digital instruments, violins, cellos, and Yamaha guitars, complemented by the state's largest selection of sheet music and accessories. We maintain rigorous quality standards, rejecting 10-15 used pianos weekly to ensure only instruments in excellent condition reach our customers. Our 5-year trade-in guarantee preserves your investment when upgrading to a new piano. As a Certified Yamaha School, we offer specialized programs including Music Together classes for young children, homeschool music curricula, and private instruction across multiple instruments.Our team of experienced professionals, including nationally certified teachers and jazz performers, provides personalized service tailored to each customer's needs. With over 50 combined years of leadership from Bill and Marjorie Jones, our family-owned business continues to prioritize customer satisfaction through transparent practices and community engagement. We maintain exclusive dealership partnerships with industry leaders like Yamaha, Allen Church Organs, and Lowrey home organs to deliver premium products. Our commitment to quality extends to specialized services such as professional piano moving, event rentals, and secure storage solutions. This dedication to excellence has made us Knoxville's largest piano store while maintaining the personal touch of a family-operated enterprise.
Services
Yamaha Piano Sales
Music Lessons
Instrument Rentals
Music School Programs
Sheet Music Sales
Piano Moving Services
Event Piano Rentals
Piano Storage
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- 50+ years of combined family leadership experience in piano retail
- East Tennessee's only authorized Yamaha piano dealer
- Certified instructors with advanced music degrees and performance credentials
- 5-year trade-in guarantee preserving your piano investment
- Rigorous quality control rejecting 10-15 used pianos weekly
Associations and certifications
- Yamaha Music Education System
- Music Together Worldwide
Services
Yamaha Piano Sales
As East Tennessee's exclusive Yamaha dealer, we offer complete CX, SX, and grand piano lines. Our inventory includes both new and pre-owned instruments with strict quality standards. Every purchase includes expert consultation and our 5-year trade-in guarantee preserving your investment value.
Music Lessons
Certified instructors provide personalized lessons for piano, guitar, voice, strings, and percussion. Our teachers hold advanced degrees and specialize in diverse styles from classical to jazz. Programs accommodate students aged 2 to 99 with flexible scheduling options.
Music School Programs
Our Yamaha-certified group classes serve ages 4-8, while Music Together programs engage children birth to 5. The homeschool curriculum offers structured music education for K5-12 students with experienced instructors and performance opportunities.
Piano Rentals
Professional-grade Yamaha pianos available for weddings, parties, and performances. Rental packages include delivery, placement, and pickup. Options range from uprights to concert grands with flexible terms from single-day to monthly agreements.
Piano Storage
Secure climate-controlled storage for pianos between uses. Pianos are protected on custom skids with padded wrapping. This service maintains instrument integrity during transitions or seasonal disuse while ensuring immediate availability when needed.
People
Bill Jones
Owner // Founder
Founded the business at 23, now with 50+ years in piano retail. Leads Yamaha operations as East Tennessee's only authorized dealer. Maintains family legacy with wife Marjorie through four decades of community service.
Marjorie Jones
Owner // Music School Director
Manages the certified Yamaha music school with 26 instructors and 300+ students. Holds leadership roles in educational programming development. Collaborates with Bill on business strategy since the 1970s.
Daniel Owens
Sales & Web Development
Handles digital operations and customer relations. Specializes in online sales platforms while maintaining personal service standards. Connects modern technology with traditional piano expertise.
Barbara Hall
Sheet Music Manager
Curates Tennessee's largest sheet music inventory. Provides expert recommendations for educators and performers. Maintains comprehensive collection spanning classical to contemporary genres.
Katrina Duval
Sheet Music Sales Associate
Supports customers with sheet music selections and instrument accessory recommendations. Combines musical knowledge with retail expertise to enhance customer experience.
Questions
What piano brands do you carry?
We are East Tennessee's only authorized Yamaha piano dealer, offering full CX, SX, and grand piano lines, plus Allen Church Organs and Lowrey home organs.
Do you offer music lessons for children?
Yes, we provide Music Together classes for ages 0-5, private lessons for all ages, and homeschool music programs with certified instructors.
What pre-owned piano options exist?
We maintain extensive inventories of pre-owned grands, uprights, and digital pianos priced from $1,500 up, with strict quality control standards.
Can you help with piano moving?
Our professional moving service includes delivery, placement, and pickup for both purchases and event rentals across East Tennessee.
What payment options are available?
We accept online payments for select services and offer a 5-year trade-in guarantee on piano purchases to maintain your investment value.
