Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Music Store in Boulder, CO
H.B. Woodsongs has been a cornerstone of Boulder's music community since 1971, evolving from Folk Arts Music into Colorado's longest-running music store. Our team of experienced musicians provides expert guidance and personalized service to customers at every skill level, from beginners to professionals. We combine a vintage boutique atmosphere with modern conveniences, offering a curated selection of instruments, comprehensive repair services, and educational programs.Our commitment to local schools spans over three decades, and we maintain strict quality control over our rental fleet to ensure reliable instruments for students. As a family-owned business, we prioritize community engagement and support for both emerging and established musicians.
Services
Musical Instruments Sales
Music Lessons
Instrument Rentals
Brass & Woodwind Repairs
Online School Programs
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- 50+ years serving Boulder's music community
- Expert staff with professional performance experience
- Comprehensive instrument rental program with quality control
- Affiliated with Colorado's finest string repair shop
- Community hub for local school music programs
Services
Musical Instruments Sales
We offer a comprehensive selection of acoustic and electric guitars, basses, keyboards, and traditional instruments including banjos, mandolins, and Native American flutes. Our inventory includes both new and consignment items from premium brands like Gibson, Aguilar, and Collings. Accessories such as amplifiers, cases, and music books are also available to support musicians' complete needs.
Music Lessons
Our experienced instructors provide personalized lessons for all skill levels in guitar, bass, violin, and various other instruments. The program features certified educators with professional performance backgrounds and academic credentials from institutions like Berklee College of Music and University of Colorado. Instruction covers multiple genres including classical, jazz, and folk traditions.
Instrument Rentals
We maintain a quality-controlled rental fleet of Yamaha, Conn Selmer, and Eastman instruments for students and professionals. Available rentals include orchestra instruments, brass, and woodwinds with flexible rent-to-own options. Our program offers 20% early purchase discounts and includes maintenance plans for instrument longevity and performance reliability.
Brass & Woodwind Repairs
Our affiliated repair service specializes in brass and woodwind instrument maintenance with experienced technicians. The dedicated repair facility offers in-house services during regular business hours and maintains strict quality standards for instrument functionality. Emergency repair services are available for urgent performance needs.
Online School Programs
We provide virtual music education resources including video tutorials and supplemental materials for self-paced learning. The program features structured lessons on music theory, improvisation, and technical skills developed by experienced educators. Digital resources are accessible through our website and YouTube channel for global student engagement.
People
Dennis Burns
Guitar Instructor
30+ years teaching experience in Boulder, University of Colorado classical guitar graduate, founder of Bolder Sounds, and creator of free educational video series for musicians.
Joseph Brenna
Guitar Instructor
Critically acclaimed composer and inventor of the Brenna Method, with formal training from Brown University and Berklee College of Music, specializing in multiple guitar styles and music theory.
Ryan Drickey
Fiddle Instructor
Masters degree in Violin from University of Colorado, Fulbright scholar in Sweden, with expertise in classical, jazz, and traditional American music styles.
David Tiller
Guitar/Mandolin Instructor
35-year professional musician with teaching experience at multiple universities, Berklee graduate, and experienced studio musician with over 20 recording credits.
Paul Russell
Music Instructor
Third-generation music teacher with 36 years of experience, studied at CU Boulder, and developed a holistic teaching approach combining music education with meditation practices.
Questions
What types of instruments do you carry?
We offer acoustic and electric guitars, basses, keyboards, ukuleles, banjos, mandolins, and traditional instruments like Native American flutes.
Do you provide music lessons for beginners?
Yes, our instructors teach all skill levels from beginners to professionals with customized lesson plans for individual needs.
Are instrument rentals available for students?
We offer quality-controlled rentals of Yamaha and Conn Selmer instruments with flexible rent-to-own options for local students.
Do you repair stringed instruments?
Our affiliated Lutherie shop across the street specializes in stringed instrument repairs during Tuesday-Friday business hours.
Can I purchase accessories separately?
We sell amplifiers, cases, strings, tuners, and music books as separate purchases to complement your instrument needs.
Are online learning resources available?
Yes, we provide free video tutorials covering music theory, improvisation, and technical skills through our YouTube channel and website.
