Folk Music Center

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220 Yale Ave
Claremont, CA 91711

The Folk Music Center, located in Claremont, CA, has served as a cultural beacon for over 60 years, offering an extensive array of rare and antique musical instruments, alongside professional instruction for all skill levels. Established as a non-profit educational corporation in 1976, the center supports the rich tradition of folk music while fostering a welcoming community for musicians and music lovers alike.

Since its inception, the Folk Music Center has played a pivotal role in inspiring generations to engage with folk music, emphasizing its power as a form of artistic expression and social commentary. The center remains a cherished destination, celebrated for its commitment to preserving and propagating the voices and stories of diverse cultures through music.

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Mimi L.
5/26/2025

This family-run stringed musical instrument store/stringed musical instrument museum is a real treasure, and a throwback to the 70s for me. Amidst an extensive collection of lutes, balalaikas,...

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Lyn S.
4/20/2025

It's been a decade since I have been here and I am so jazzed that it is still the quirky, love-filled music mecca that I remember.

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Travis M.
5/19/2025

In 2017 I said in a review that I would never come here again. But I did come again. The worker was talking to a customer about the shop's open mic event. The disrespectful way the employee was...

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Amiah ..
4/12/2025

One of a kind place. Claremont wouldn't be what it is without it! I love the open mic nights!

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Andrew F.
1/2/2025

Been going there for decades. A unique spot for musicians, music students, music lovers, hundreds of unique instruments. Owners and staff are wonderful. Claremont is blessed to be the location of...

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