Newbury Comics is a popular chain of comic and entertainment stores located throughout the New England area. This large store is located on the Boston Turnpike in North Norwood and features famous brands of comics, including Marvel and DC, as well as a good selection of independent comics. Collectibles and toys are also available, including brands like Star Wars and Todd McFarlane. There is a big music and movie department as well, featuring a wide variety of major and independent selections.
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Skyline Music, on Center Ridge Road in the Dover Village Shopping Center, has everything you need to learn or teach a musical instrument. Along with lots of instruments and accessories, it offers seven lesson studios that accommodate more than 400 students each week, more than 10,000 printed music titles, and repair facilities. Skyline sponsors special events and concerts to keep your child excited about music.
Lamorinda Music sells musical instruments such as flutes, clarinets, saxophones, trumpets, trombones, ukuleles violins and guitars. The store also provides band and orchestra instruments, guitars, and pianos for rent. Instrumental lessons are offered for groups and individuals. The store has a studio and a parent lounge area. Visit the Web site for more information.
In 1991, Main Street Music opened its doors. And, as other independent music stores have come and gone, Main Street Music has only gained popularity. Old and new, used and hot off the press, Main Street Music has it all. If you want to sell your CDs, talk to the guys behind the counter. Speaking of which, you won't find a nicer and more knowledgeable bunch of music geeks around. Looking for something vintage or hard to find? Let the staff know and they'll call you if one comes in! They even get artists to perform live in the store. Now that's cool.
After 20 years in Berkeley, Mod Lang recently moved to this El Cerrito. The record store carries everything from indie to '60s and '70s reissues, modern rock and folk rock. There is also a sizable $1 record bin. The shop is tucked away in a clean and safe alleyway off Fairmount street. Many items can be special ordered by request.
