Musician Needed
Milwaukee - Milwaukee Children's Choir now auditioning for new members. Enthusiasm required - experience not! Heidi Hamberger, 414-221-7040. (7/8/08 - 1/8/09)
Milwaukee - Womens Voices Milwaukee announces opening for Artistic Director. Requires broad background in music styles and experience in choral direction plus preparation of two annual concerts. Send resume and references. Women's Voices Milwaukee, 414-841-3707.
Glendale - Brass Bell Music Store is hiring! Brass Bell Music, 210 W Silver Spring Dr., Milwaukee. Becky Hineman, 414-963-1000.
Milwaukee - Martin Luther Church needs choir director, e-mail or 414-476-9411. (5/9/08 - 11/9/08)
Milwaukee - Classical Guitarist looking for Classical violinist, with good intonation and chops to play classical, German, and 1920 style jazz. Zane Zirkle 414-241-9221. (4/28/08 - 10/28/08)
Oshkosh - Appleton cover band seeks talented, mellow Lead Guitarist! We want to be ready to go with our new line-up no later than April. Tried and true song list: Ramones, Van Halen, CCR, Violent Femmes, etc. Paradox, 920-420-3825. (1/25/08 - 4/25/08)
South Milwaukee - Paid keyboardist job for informal weekly choir at St. John's Catholic Church. Please phone Dan Jeziorski, 414-764-2257.
Milwaukee - Front man looking for backup. Primarily bass and drums. My roots are in rock, folk, country, and blues but have moved into Progressive/New Age. Many years experience. I have practice space. Rich Bowen, 414-535-0402.
West Allis Senior Center - Musicians invited to try out for a new Friday, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., band group. WASC, 7001 W. National Av., West Allis. Stop in or phone Denise Koenig, 414-302-8700.
Milwaukee Metropolitan Voices is a new mixed chorus specializing in the performance of light classical music. Auditions for section leaders and paid singers will be held from now through the end of June. Auditions for experienced amateur singers will also continue during the same period. Places for all voices available. For more information, and to set up an audition time call 414-352-2212.
Green Bay - Straight Up variety band seeks lead guitar. 1-3 gigs monthly, some travel. Setlist is a mix of pop, country, oldies, rock. Backup vocals a plus. Tanya Witt, 920-366-5119.
Milwaukee - Milwaukee Vocal Express choir is searching for a Director. Contact Mark Bittmann, 262-767-0704.
Milwaukee - Performance Site available for rent for single or multiple programs. Excellent acoustics, centrally located, reasonable rates, seats 250 plus, simple contract, ample parking. Redeemer Lutheran Church, Wisconsin Avenue & 19th Street, Milwaukee. Contact: Fran Henkel, 414-771-7997.
Milwaukee - We are inviting musicians to perform inside the Milwaukee Public Market during the hours of 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. However, we would be open to consider other times that you may suggest. We are very interested in jazz, blues, classical, bluegrass, or folk musicians. Contact Lucy Weller or 414-336-1111, Milwaukee.
Cudahy - Seniors who like to sing the songs of the 1930s, '40s and beyond are invited to join a group at Kelly Senior Center, 6211 S. Lake Dr., that meets at 10:30 a.m. Thursdays to sing together, laugh at corny jokes and enjoy each other's company. Phone Henry Jisa, director or Mary Becker, pianist, 414-481-9611.
Door County - Baileys Harbor Community Association is looking for bands (entertainment) for our July 4, 2008, parade and celebration in our town, Baileys Harbor. Barbara Anschutz, Parade Chairperson.
 New Berlin Jazz Players Big Band - Bill Berlyn, Director, says "The band is comprised of mostly adults with some better high school students who want an additional practice during the week." Photograph of a rehearsal (JPG 59k).
Calhoun Station, 1849 S. Calhoun Rd., New Berlin. Every 2nd and 4th Thursday at 6:30 p.m., playing big band traditional jazz, Latin, slow ballads, ball room dance styles including Polka and waltzes. Open for public dancing. Bill Berlyn for information or to hire the band for your event, 262-367-5333 (days), 414-530-3365 (evenings).
Milwaukee -  Milwaukee Lake Band Online for alumni of the Lake Band of Milwaukee. Generations of musicians have participated in this National Champion concert, parade, and field show band from 1952-2005. We are looking for Lake Band alumni to connect and continue to support music for a new generation of musicians. Jeff Palkowski , Milwaukee. (11/1/05 - 11/1/08)
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South Milwaukee - Bobby Lindsey, Director of the South Milwaukee Municipal Band, is recruiting for additional musicians of all instruments, especially clarinets. Some instruments available for use by musicians. Rehearsals are Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. Ruth "Mickey" Mildebrandt, 414-762-4316 or Bobby R. Lindsey, 414-935-7933.
Organization for Active Seniors in Society (O.A.S.I.S)
2414 W. Mitchell St., Milwaukee, phone 414-647-6053.
- Mondays, 9:00-11:00 a.m., piano lessons.
- Mondays, 9:00-11:00 a.m., harmonica lessons.
- Mondays, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., voice lessons.
- Tuesdays, 9:00-11:00 a.m., piano lessons.
- Tuesdays, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., guitar lessons.
- Wednesdays, 10:00-11:30 a.m., Music Club. Bring your instrument and jam, free! Instrumentalists frequently include accordion, banjo, bass, concertina, drums, clarinet, guitar, harmonica, Irish harp, keyboard, maracas, mandolin, piano, recorder and spoons. Good vocalists are also welcome.
- Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., tap dance lessons.
- Wednesdays, 10:15-11:30 a.m., String Ensemble.
- Wednesdays, 2:00-3:30 p.m., ballroom dance. A wonderful teacher, no partner required, dance your way to fitness, enjoy a relaxing atmosphere.
- Thursdays, 9:00-10:00 a.m., OASIS Choir.
- Thursdays, 2:00-3:30 p.m., Polka dancing. Kick up your heels with instructor Harry Hill and his wife.
- Fridays, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., tap dance lessons.
Granville Senior Center Music Club
7717 W. Good Hope Rd., Milwaukee, phone 414-353-0731 or Sue Apthorp, 414-647-6053. Mondays and Thursdays, 9:45-11:45 a.m.
Wilson Park Senior Center
2601 W. Howard Av., Milwaukee, phone 414-282-5566 or register at information desk
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| Milwaukee Festival Brass Seventh International - Awarded US Open Brass Band Championships in Chicago on November 10, 2007. Competing against some of the top British Brass Bands from the US and UK, the Milwaukee Festival Brass was rated as one of the more entertaining bands on stage. Their program of Broadway, International themes and marches featured both brass and percussion soloists. The Milwaukee Festival Brass, consisting of 35 brass and percussion players, next appears on December 9 in Pewaukee at the Queen of Apostles Church in their annual holiday concert.
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 Dixie Doodlers Per Your Request CD - Do you know someone who would enjoy great Dixieland music played by a top notch Wisconsin band? Get 16 tunes on the latest CD for $15 postpaid. Makes a great gift! |
Red Mill Jazz Jam (PDF 6k) |
| Round Barn Jam Report (PDF 11k)
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 Norrie Cox Remembered (PDF 7k)
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 Suzanne Grzanna - Featured in Wisconsin Woman's Magazine for October, 2006. Her Let it Snow is featured on a CD label in Australia. |
  It's About the Music CD (PDF 17k). Jill Jensen and Jack Grassel. |
 Annie Denison Sings a Spell (10k PDF).
| Milwaukee Vocal Express MVEvolution DVDs are priced at $25 (plus $4 shipping and handling) available by check or money order made out to Midwest Vocal Express, P.O.Box 543, Greendale, WI 53129-0543 or phone 1-888-240-4426.
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The Price of the Arts, Funding Milwaukee's Creative Community for 2006
- Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, $14,500,000
- Milwaukee Repertory Theater, $9,120,000
- Milwaukee Ballet, $5,500,000
- Milwaukee Chamber Theatre, $786,000
- Ko-Thi Dance Company, $660,000
- Next Act Theater, $590,000
- Bel Canto Chorus, $436,000
- Present Music, $408,000
- Wild Space Dance Company, $140,000
More information at the Shepherd Express, Metro Milwaukee's weekly newspaper.
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- Civic Music Association of Milwaukee - Scholarship for Private Lessons Program 2005-2006: Jessica Chavarin, viola, and Dailen Harris, violin, Hartford University School; Megan Mellenthien, flute, St. Margaret Mary School; Erika Moczynski, clarinet, Burdick School.
- Wisconsin Conservatory of Music - Scholarships worth almost $25,000 awarded to 91 musicians.
- Jazz Unlimited - Scholarship auditions results and awards of $3,100. List of 2006 Winners (PDF 5k).
- MacDowell Club of Janesville - Scholarships to 23 winners over $3,500.
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Bill Sargent Milestones (PDF 8k) |
Pulaski High School Marching Band of Pulaski, Wisconsin, directed by Tom Busch, marched in the Rose Bowl Parade in Pasadena, California, televised on January 1, 2007. They raised $300,000 to pay for the trip.
Not to be confused with another Pulaski High School Band, in Milwaukee. Around 1957 it was directed by Henry Raccoli who arranged All Hail Pulaski (PDF 67k), the school song. |
 Jack Clark - Washboard Jack, biography (PDF 13k). |
Milwaukee Choristers New Christmas CD
Milwaukee Choristers new Christmas CD “Shout Now, Be Joyful" features Christmas concerts at St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church in Wauwatosa in 2003, 2004 and 2005. There are 18 cuts on the 66-minute CD with the 75-voice chorus under the direction of Dr. James B. Kinchen, Jr. Songs include J.S. Bach’s “Shout Now, Be Joyful,” which provided the inspiration for the CD’s title; a Rene Clausen arrangement of Adolphe Adam’s familiar “O Holy Night;” and an arrangement of “Joy to the World” by Frank Kuykendall. In a more contemporary vein, the CD features selections by Irving Berlin and John Williams, and a special arrangement of “Jingle Bells” by the late Ray Charles, founder and director of the Ray Charles Singers. Cut 19 is an instrumental with flutist Ana de la Cuesta Gerlach (a Chorus soprano) and pianist Patricia Ilika Black performing Black’s arrangement of “Away in a Manger.” Call 414-354-1933, Order the CD, from any member of the chorus, or available at concerts, $15. |
 Ken Hanner - Banjo man, Biography (PDF 9k). |
 Jim Hayden - Biography (PDF 10k). |
 Karen Deschere - New President at Wisconsin Conservatory of Music. WCM President Karen Deschere (PDF 7k). |
 Joyce Altman - Steps down as President of Wisconsin Conservatory of Music. Decade of leadership resulted in financial stability, renovated facility. WCM Past President Joyce Altman (PDF 5k). |
 John Knurr - All round musician, Biography (PDF 13k). |
 Dr. Patricia Backhaus - The Milwaukee Festival Brass board of directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Patricia Backhaus as Musical Director, who started directing the band in 2005. |
 A grand finale for Save the Music - VH1 and community effort gave $1,600,000 to Milwaukee Public Schools. |
 Sound Taps Wisconsin - A statewide competition designed to encourage Wisconsin students to assist their local communities in the live sounding of Taps for military funeral honors. Most people don't realize that currently only 1 in 4 Veterans will have a live bugler to sound Taps for their military funeral honors. With only 21 military buglers available across our state, Wisconsin students are the next best source of capable buglers.. |
  Union Musicians Reach Agreement with Skylight Opera Theatre - Past Negotiations (PDF 4k). Musicians union, Skylight reach deal - Through June 30, 2008: $83.30 for performances and $63.75 for rehearsals. |
The Hillcrest Tops Out - Live jazz music and musician sit-ins end at the Hillcrest Pub & Grille in Waukesha. Hillcrest Live Music Ends (PDF 8k). |
| Remember the Milwaukee Civic Symphonic Band, directed by Paul Anderson with soprano Joan Snyder? Here's their April 30, 1972, two-page Program (PDF 122k) of a concert played at the Cooley Auditorium in M.A.T.C. Do you recognize the names of any musicians? |
 Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra - Relocates to Walnut Street (PDF 5k). Alumni musicians of Music For Youth and MYSO, register to keep informed of MYSO's bright future. |
 Harping at Milwaukee Public Schools - Jeanne Kahn taught 200 students with 38 harps. The largest harp program in the country. Jeanne Kahn Harp Ensemble (PDF 5k). |
Dick Metko, accordionist, passes away April 20, 2004. Dick Metko Obituary (PDF 7k). |
 The Milwaukee Choristers - Their first CD features 24 selections from concerts directed by Dr. James B. Kinchen, Jr. CD-1 (PDF 4k). A second CD with 24 selections that mirror a typical Choristers’ concert. CD-2 (PDF 4k). |
 Prometheus Trio - The exceptional young violinist Jeanyi Kim, left in the fall of 2004 to finish her doctorate in musical arts at Yale University. Stefanie Jacob, pianist; and husband Scott Tisdel, cellist; will invite guest violinists. Promethius Trio (PDF 7k). |
 Julie DeRoche - A Clarinet Clinic featuring Julie DeRoche was held at Interstate Music, New Berlin. Julie is Leblanc's Director of Performance Education; served as the coordinator of the DePaul University's woodwind department; currently performs with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and numerous chamber and orchestral groups; and is Past President for the International Clarinet Association. Richard Regent, Wisconsin clarinetist, and Julie exchanged clarinet tips at the clinic. |
Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra Salaries and 2005 negotiations. Minimum salary now $53,625. Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra Salaries and 2003 Negotiations - Minimum annual salary for Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra musicians, as of June, 2003, is $53,372 for 42 weeks per year. This ranks 21st among 48 member orchestras. Salaries range from New York Philharmonic of $92,300 to San Diego Symphony with $24,720. New negotiations are planned for July, 2005. |
| Gary Lavann and Richard Regent were in the Walker Junior High School Band with Henry Canitz, Director. Photograph (PDF 104k) taken May 3, 1956. Richard, clarinet, is on riser 2nd from left, and Gary, trumpet, has blond hair. Both are now in the Dixie Doodlers Dixieland Band. |
MacDowell Club of Milwaukee - Founded in 1909 has an interesting history. MacDowell Club of Milwaukee History (PDF 9k). |
 Dave Bock - Trombonist, biography (PDF 11k). |
Milwaukee Amateur Radio Club The Hams' Song (PDF 38k), written by Hollywood composer and band leader LeRoy Priest, was first presented at the National Radio Amateur Convention held in the Milwaukee Auditorium in September, 1948. It was then used for the December 9, 1982, MRAC Old Timers Nite. |
| Remember the Mark Kappus Big Band with 18 members? They played music November 18 and December 19, 1992 (PDF 26k). Ballroom dancing was open to the public for four hours at Bode's Victory Hall, 3665 E. Grange, Cudahy. |
MYSO Jazz Combos Perform (PDF 16k) in New York’s JVC Jazz Festival June, 2006. |
| The Kenosha Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Richard Czerwonky, played a concert on January 16, 1942, their second season, at Mary D. Bradford High School Auditorium. Some of their early concerts had audiences as large as 1,600 people. Here is the two-page Program (PDF 192k). Do you recognize the names of any musicians? |
 The Beat Goes On - The Milwaukee Police Band, America’s oldest police department band continues to perform under the direction of Karen M. Dubis. Milwaukee Police Band Continues (PDF 5k). |
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AAA Player Piano Rebuilding Company - Complete restoration of players, uprights and grands to new original condition. Over forty five years experience. Glenn Kalkhoff, Jr., 920-922-7531, Fond du Lac.
- ABC Kortsch Moving and Storage Co., Inc. - We move pianos. 2403 N. Maryland Av., Milwaukee, 414-276-9990 or 800-486-6500.
- Advanced Audio Systems
Rental, sales and installation of professional sound and lighting equipment in west central Wisconsin. Mark Vaningan, 715-833-5386, Eau Claire.
- Aebersold Jazz, Jamey, Inc. - Jazz music and improvization educational materials. PO Box 1244, New Albany, IN 47151-1244. Aebersold Jazz, 800-456-1388, Fax 812-949-2006.
- Anello Mouthpieces - Providing clarinet and saxophone hard rubber mouthpieces and custom refacing services. 8640 N. Teal Ct., Milwaukee 53223-2726. Phone 414-355-2738, Fax 414-766-9558. Emil Anello.
- Art Off the Wall Gallery - Customized CD covers and more. At 2210 S. Kinnickinnic Av., Milwaukee 53207. Anita Sarnow, artist, 414-769-0992.
- Audio for the Arts - Professional recording studio, downtown Madison (with parking!) Large main and smaller iso. rooms. Yamaha grand piano, great mics. Remote available. Steve Gotcher and Buzz Kemper, owners/engineers, 608-255-0511, Madison.
- Authentic Recording - Unique style recording studio with very competitive rates for a professional sound. My specialties are traditional Country-Western, and Country-style Gospel, I also do steel guitar session work for other studios. Mark Krutke, 920-960-0692, Tomahawk.
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Music, sales, rentals, repairs, band, orchestra, guitars, keyboards, lessons. Merged with White House of Music on June 1, 2007.
- 12040 W. Feerick Unit H, Wauwatosa 53222-2109. Phone 414-438-3920
- N112W16290 Mequon Rd., Germantown 53022-3306. Phone 262-255-2283
- 102 N. Main St., Oconomowoc 53066-5202. Phone 262-567-4123.
- BG Franck Bichon - High quality ligatures, straps, swabs and accessories. Phone 33-4-78-56-86-00, Fax 33-4-78-56-57-78. BG Franck Bichon.
- Big Sound Recording
Digital project studio providing pro-quality audio production for demos and full-length CDs. Waupaca.
- Bjorklund Violin Shop - Violins, violas, cellos, buy, sell, trade, consignment. Terry Bjorklund, Milwaukee. Phone 414-774-8930
- Blue Flame Music - New, used and vintage guitars, basses, banjos and mandolins; amps and accessories; lessons. Glenn Boren and Dave Sroka. Now at 5264 S. 27th St., Milwaukee, phone 414-482-3000.
- Bradford's Pianos & Organs, Inc. (1872 - 2006) - Was Milwaukee's oldest piano dealer, 11550 W. North Av., Wauwatosa 53226-2128. Phone 414-777-3850.
- Brass Bell
Musical instruments, sales, rentals, repairs, accessories, lessons, music. 210 W. Silver Spring Dr., Glendale 53217. Brass Bell, 414-963-1000.
- Buffet Crampon - Musical instruments. 1600 Northwind Blvd., Libertyville, IL 60048-9634. Phone 847-816-2500, Fax 847-816-2514. Boosey.
- Burst Collective - Daniel Holter and Michael Standal, Wauwatosa.
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- Carlson Pianos & Keyboards
New, used, digitals. 3701 Durand Av., Racine, phone 800-924-8863.
- Caroline's Music Studio - Used pianos. 6900 W. Lincoln, Milwaukee, phone 414-327-4464.
- Carroll Creative - All types of graphic design, writing or photography including CDs, tickets, brochures, posters, ads, promotionals, trademarks and logos. Multi-talented musician, Carroll Brown, 262-544-6165, Waukesha.
- Classical Strings - Specialize in violins, violas, cellos and their bows. 311 N. Plankinton Av., Milwaukee 53203-3102. Classical String Player, news of Milwaukee's string player community, 4 issues per year. Steven C. Haas, phone 414-271-7190.
- Conners Publications - Publishers of Contemporary Classical Music, Church Music, New Editions of Past Masters, "Music of America" Reprint Series and Other Books.
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- Dave's Guitar Shop
Over 1,000 guitars in stock, large selection of vintage, new and used guitars, basses and amps. 1227 S. 3rd St., La Crosse 54601-5346. Phone 608-785-7704.
- Louis Diaz - If you have a group and need a demo CD contact Luis Diaz, 414-744-6828. Milwaukee.
- Dove Music - Distributor of world music recordings, videos, song books, and instruments. Good collection of songs in Spanish from many traditions. P.O. Box 08286, Milwaukee 53208.
- Drums 'n Moore
6422 Monona Dr., Monona 53716-3939. Phone 888-223-3790.
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- Eble Music Co. - PO Box 2570, Iowa City, IA 52244-2570. Phone 319-338-0313, Fax 319-338-0108.
- E'letronix Service Center - Instrument repair. 11202 W. Greenfield Av., Milwaukee, phone 414-453-5464.
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- Family Music Center - Sales, rentals, lessons, and repairs. Milwaukee's largest sheet music department. 7635 W. Oklahoma Av., Milwaukee 53219-3600, phone 414-546-6664, Family Music Center.
- Famous Music & Sound, Inc. - 1413 11th Av., Grafton, phone 262-376-7688.
- Faust Music Milwaukee's Drum Center - 2204 S. Kinnickinnic Av., Milwaukee, phone 414-744-1112.
- Mike Foley Piano Tuning - Piano tuner technician, Mike Foley, 414-331-8863, Milwaukee.
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- Lester Geadtke Productions - For demo recording needs, you won't find a better deal. Kim Vater, 920-894-4400, Kiel.
- GeoCom Music Graphics - CD covers and marketing. J. Gee, 414-757-9526, Milwaukee.
- Gigliotti, Inc., A. M. - Clarinet mouthpieces. PO Box 8387, Cherry Hill, NJ 09302-0587. Phone 609-667-9837.
- Guitar Gallery - New and used guitars. W5666 US Highway 12, Whitewater 53190-4039. Phone 262-495-8771.
- Good Music - Musical instrument sales, guitars, drums, PA systems, keyboards and recording. Good Music, 800-236-5990, Madison.
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- Hal Leonard Corp. - The finest in printed music for educational and performance needs. 7777 W. Bluemound Rd., Milwaukee 53213-3400.
- J. Hale Music
Specializing in Jazz Guitar and Bass Equipment. Hofner Guitars, Vintage Archtops, Acoustic Image Amps, Raezer's Edge Cabinets and Evans Amplifiers. Jeff Hale, 635 Briarcliff Ct., Hartland 53029, phone 262-510-5140, Hartland.
- Hartland Music Center - 108 W. Capitol St., Milwaukee, phone 414-367-5333.
- Hawkins, Richard - Mouthpiece craftsman and custom work. PO Box 199, Interlochen, MI 49643, phone 616-276-9187.
- Henri's Music Superstore
Everything musical. Henri's Music.
- 500 S. Military Av., Green Bay 54303-2210, phone 920-496-3710
- 511 W. College Av., Appleton 54911-5801, phone 920-739-9163
- 1173 S. Washburn St., Oshkosh 54904-8053, phone 920-233-1173.
- Hladish Music Group - Recording studio that specializes in recording Wisconsin area musicians and vocalists. We arrange, produce and record on professional levels. Debra Foster, 153 Bonner Hills Dr., Walworth 53184, phone 262-275-5587.
- Hurias Instruments Internationale - Violin and guitar maker. I carve violins or guitars into fire-breathing dragons, mermaids, Packer Backer or Flag Day guitars, Guit-Fiddles (a bowable guitar), cellos carved like a bear or boar, and jewelry. View my Video Gallery to see the Sparkling Robert Violin. Visit my Work Shop any time, play an instrument. I am glad to make you the instrument of your dreams! Peter Jay Huiras, 8611 Highway 60, Cedarburg 53012, phone 262-375-2738.
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- International Music Suppliers - 681 Graceland Av., Des Plaines, IL 60016-1122, phone 800-762-1116 or 847-827-0707. IMS.
- Interstate Music Superstore
Sales, rental, lessons and repairs. New Berlin Superstore, 13819 W. National Av., New Berlin 53151-4599. Phone 262-786-0487.
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- Jim's Guitar Repair - 8811 W. Greenfield Av., Milwaukee, phone 414-258-8240.
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- Kames Music, Bob - Digital pianos and keyboards. 4415 W. Forest Home Av., Milwaukee 53219-4898. Phone 414-321-8633.
- Kashmir Music - Musical instruments and accessories, band rentals, rent-to-own, full service repair shop, and lessons. We buy used instuments and carry a huge selection of sheet music. At 200 S. Rochester St., Mukwonago 53140, Chris Niedfeldt, phone 262-363-2900.
- Kemtone Music World - Repair all instruments. 7611 W. Hampton Av., Milwaukee, phone 414-464-7390.
- Korinthian Violins LLC - Violin repair. 2900 S. Delaware Av, Milwaukee 53207, Korinthia Klein, 414-744-1350.
- Mark Kranz - Buy, sell and repair: old phonographs, cylinders, victrolas, records, tube radios, player pianos and rolls, pump organs, Model T Fords and parts, and nostalgia. Mark Kranz, 262-679-9475, New Berlin.
- Kraft Music
Electronic keyboards, synths, other instruments, sequencers. 3575 N. 124th St., Brookfield 53005-2409. Phone 262-781-9700.
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- Leblanc Corporation
World class instruments of Leblanc, Noblet, Courtois, Vito, Holton, Yanagisawa, Martin, Woodwind. 7001 Leblanc Blvd., Kenosha 53141-1415. LeBlanc.
- Legere Reeds - Durable synthetic reed that is ready to play instantly, lasts for months, and sounds warm and woody.
- Lincoln Music House - Specialize in school rentals, sales, private lessons, repairs, guitars, amps, P.A.s, drums, keyboards, a tremendous selection of major brands. 3379 S. 13 St., Milwaukee 53215-5009, phone 414-671-4233.
- Luck's Music Library - World's largest distributor of orchestral sheet music, over 4,000 compositions. 20,000 titles in stock. Luck's Music Library, 32300 Edward Av., Madison Heights, MI 48071-1432, phone 800-348-8749.
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- Madison Media Institute - 2702 Agriculture Dr., Madison 53718, phone 800-572-6657.
- Madison Music
4253 W. Beltline Hwy. Madison, WI, 53711. Matt Jordan, 800-777-2884.
- MainStage Academy of Dance - Classes in ballet, jazz, hip-hop and tap for ages 3 and older. 105 N. Main St., Dousman. Phone 262-965-5763.
- Melk Music - Specializing in woodwinds and brasswinds. Sales, repairs, rentals, lessons. 8625 W. Adler St., Milwaukee 53214-1394. Phone 414-771-0900.
- Micro Records - Restoration, analog/digital transfers, analog mastering, mixing, freelance recording production. Micro Records.
- Mihopulos Michael - Piano tuning. 625 E. Laverne Dr., Milwaukee, 414-768-9576.
- Mike's Music Mart - Accordion Repair Specialists. 13230 W. Park Av., New Berlin 53151-2552. Michael P. Verban, 262-782-2556.
- Millivolt Productions - A sound company that can handle all of your audio needs from studio and live recording to arrangements, beats, sequencing, mastering, mixing, cddesign and duplication, sound system installations, consultations, and more. Let our verstile engineers take you from the beginning to the end of your recording experience. Jeffrey Shoemaker, 262-389-0466, Milwaukee.
- Milwaukee Digital Mastering & Recording Company - Mastering and recording with logic, 2500 square foot building, all kinds of music.
- Jonathan Moberg - Piano sales and service. 901 E. Keefe, Milwaukee 53212, 414-962-2227, appointment only.
- Muncy Winds Music Co. - Band instrument and accessories super store.
- Music Center, Inc.
Music Center is a full-line music store featuring guitars, amplifiers, keyboards, drums, PA, recording, band and orchestra and musical accessories. 7700 Green Bay Rd., Kenosha, WI 53142-4013. Phone 414-697-9393 or Music Center, Inc.
- Music, Video, Film and Edit - Independent label looking for artists. Nathan Lindstrom, 920-265-2420.
- Musico, Inc. - Music books. Phone 800-456-6874, Fax 201-470-8031. 20 Passaic St., Garfield, NJ 07026-3100.
- Music-Go-Round - Used musical instrument dealer. Accessories, guitars and amps, band instruments, keyboards and MIDI, pro sound and recording, drums and percussion.
- 6901 W. Brown Deer Rd., Brown Deer 53223. Phone 414-355-7244, Milwaukee
- 696 S. Whitney Way, Madison 53711. Phone 608-271-3939, Madison
- 5012 S. 74th St., Greenfield 53220. Phone 414-281-2777, Greenfield.
- The Music Master (1985) - Ceremonies and weddings, Jay Fernandez, 414-840-4045, Milwaukee.
- Music Starts Here - 681 Graceland Av., Des Plaines, IL 60016-1122, phone 888-762-1116, IMS.
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Netzow's Pianos and Organs - Pianos and Organs since 1885. 8837 W. North Av., Milwaukee, 53226-2725. Phone 414-476-9985.
- Neuhaus, Arnold - Players, uprights, grands, completely restored, sales and tuning. Slide Show. 1726 N. 1st St., Milwaukee, phone 414-562-2505.
- New Horizons Recording Studio - Full service audio recording facility. Jim Griffith, 414-771-9999, Milwaukee.
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- Pacetti's Music Unlimited - Expert repair service, sales, rentals, lessons, accessories, music, gifts. Emil Pacetti, 5905 6th Av. A, Kenosha 53140, phone 262-657-5031.
- Parker Gregory L. - Violins. 3463 E. Bottsford Av, Cudahy 53110-1023. Phone 414-481-6952.
- Peters-Weiland & Co. - Instrument repair. 1729 N. Pulaski, Milwaukee, phone 414-271-6490.
- Piano Gallery - Petrof, grands & verticals, used pianos. 219 N. Milwaukee St., Milwaukee 53202, phone 414-276-3525.
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- Rauen Guitars - Masters of restoration and repair. Site includes list of area guitar players. Denny Rauen, 2473 N. Weil St., Milwaukee 53212, phone 414-265-4343.
- Record Head - Instrument repair. 7045 W. Greenfield Av., Milwaukee, phone 414-453-3900.
- ReCycled Music - Out of print record albums. 1604 N. Franklin Pl. #3, Milwaukee 53202-2202. Jim Eukey, phone 414-272-7446.
- Right Now Music - Sheet music. Mark Dransfield, 7425 Elmwood Av., Middleton 53562, phone 608-824-9173
- Pete Roberts Guitars - Fine acoustic and electric guitars. Martin, Taylor, Breedlove and more. Pete Roberts, 262-363-1585, East Troy.
- Rockhaus Guitars and Drums
4300 W. Forest Home Av., Milwaukee 53219-3449. Phone 414-545-5900.
- Roge Band Instrument Service - Carol Roge, 1005 Carol Av., Ripon 54971-1847, phone 920-7458-8838. (Moved to Ripon on March 31, 2000.)
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- Sanford Music - Classical saxophone lessons and repair only. 4626 N. 107th St., Wauwatosa, phone 414-760-9997.
- Schmidt Music, Inc. (1967) - Instrument rentals, lessons, sheet music, instrument sales, repairs, accessories. Steve and Sandy Schoene, 1409 Washington Av., Racine 53403, phone 262-634-5637.
- Glenn Schmidt, Accordion Repair, 7116 W. Allerton Av., Greenfield, 414-543-6474 .
- Sheet Music Plus - Online ordering of sheet music, large inventory.
- Smith Clarinet, Gregory - Mouthpiece handcraftsman. 2737 Hurd Av., Evanston, IL 60201-1209, phone 847-866-8331, Fax 847-866-9551. Gregory Smith.
- Sonatabop.com - Source for great jazz and chamber music recordings, 414-332-7600, Shorewood.
- Sooper Dooper - CD and DVD duplication and more. 520 University Av., Suite 140, Madison 53703, phone 800-818-8009.
- Spruce Tree Music & Repair, Inc. - Specializing in new, used and vintage stringed and fretted instruments, especially guitars, banjos, mandolins, violins, dulcimers, harps, ukuleles and lap steels. 851 E. Johnson St., Madison 53703-1506. Phone 608-255-2254. Spruce Tree Music.
- Stateline Instrument Repair, Inc. - Instrument repair. 5351 Stateline Rd., Milwaukee, phone 414-389-4380.
- Rob Steinhofer, Accordion Repair Specialist, Celtic Music Performance, P.O.Box 114, Rob Steinhofer, 414-899-1763, Blanchardville.
- Steve G's Music Connection - Instrument repair. 717 N. Grandview Blvd., Waukesha, phone 262-549-3840.
- Studio 611 - Dance lessons at 611 S. 27th St., Milwaukee. 414-649-9588.
- Sub Pop Records - Several yers of record making. Sub Pop Records, 206-441-8441, 2514 4th Av., Seattle, WA 98121-1418.
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- Talent Associates - Speializing in entertainment needs. 262-790-0011.
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- Vandoren Paris - 10,000 sheet music titles for clarinet or saxophone. Clarinet and saxophone mouthpieces, reeds ligatures and caps. J. D'Addario & Company, Inc., PO Box 290, Farmingdale, NY 11735. Vandoren.
- Mike Verban, Accordion Repair, 13230 W. Park Av., New Berlin, 262-782-2556.
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- Wade's Guitar Shop - New and used guitars. 3490 N. Oakland Av., Milwaukee 53211-2823. Phone 414-961-0848.
- Walsh Piano and Furniture Movers - Serving the leading piano stores. 6935 N. Braeburn La., Milwaukee 53209-2607. Phone 414-228-8330.
- Ward-Brodt - 2200 W. Beltline Hwy., Madison, phone 608-661-8600 or 800-369-6255.
- Warpdrive Music - Instrument repair, print and sheet music. 2637 S. Kinnickinnic Av., Milwaukee, phone 414-481-3430.
- White House of Music, Inc.
Music for Life. Band and orchestra instruments, guitars, keyboards, digital pianos, and print music.
- 2101 N. Springdale Rd., Waukesha 53186-2853. Phone 262-798-9700
- 1668 S. Church St., Watertown 53094-6406. Phone 920-261-0700
- 3218 W. Washington St., West Bend 53095-2193. Phone 262-334-4426.
- Windplayer Gallery, The - For players of trumpets, trombones, flutes, saxophones, clarinets and more. PO Box 2750, Malibu, CA 90265-7750. Phone 800-946-3305.
- Woodwind and Brasswind, The - 4004 Technology Dr., South Bend, IN 46628-9744. Phone 800-348-5003.
- The Woodwind Shop - Professional repair service for professional woodwind players. 1123 N. Water St., Milwaukee 53202, phone 414-390-1812.
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- Yamaha Corp. of America - Band and Orchestra Division, PO Box 899, Grand Rapids, MI 49518-0899.
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Donate An Instrument - Donate a used musical instrument to Lonely Instruments Need Kids. We clean, repair and then give an instrument to a child who would not be able to participate in music otherwise. Racine Arts Council, phone 262-635-0261.
