Buying an oud has been a longtime dream of mine, and I finally decided to take the first step. After some research, I came across Timbre Folk & Baroque and visited the store yesterday. From the...
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Timbre Folk and Baroque in Berkeley, CA is a renowned music shop specializing in repairs, restorations, and a wide range of instruments including violins, guitars, mandolins, ukuleles, and unique instruments like balalaikas, bagpipes, and ouds. They also offer lessons for guitar, violin, ukulele, mandolin, and nyckelharpa, making music accessible to all levels of musicians.
With a passion for folk and baroque music, owner Mark Walstrom, who has over 35 years of experience in instrument building and repair, has turned his dream into reality by opening this store. Timbre Folk and Baroque is a haven for acoustic folk, ethnic, and baroque instruments, offering a diverse inventory that includes high-quality guitars, mandolins, violins, and more. Whether you're a musician in need of repairs or looking to explore new musical directions, Timbre Folk and Baroque is the place to go.
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A lovely shop with a diverse inventory, friendly staff, and reasonable prices. Definitely going to be buying my next mandolin here!
Easy to work with, responsive, knowledgeable. Convenient location. Fixed my husband's old guitar and also will be taking lessons with Pete!
I take lessons with Pete Madsen in the office here (Pete's THE best) and have had numerous modifications to my guitar conducted by Mark, all excellent and economical. Mark finds, repairs and sells...
I have visited the store twice to have my guitar repaired. Aside from enjoying all the beautiful instruments in there, Mark is always friendly, efficient, and makes space within reasonable times...
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