Home
Welcome to Music Folk.
The St. Louis source for Folk and Old Time Instruments!
We’re hiring! We are in immediate need of the right full/part time person to work our sales floor. A qualified applicant will have a knowledge of folk instruments and be able to perform some instrument repair. We are also hiring music instructors on the following instruments: violin/fiddle, banjo and guitar. Visit our shop to fill out an application or send your resume via email to: musicfolk@musicfolk.com
***
Chuck Ogsbury is somewhat legendary in the banjo world. ODE and OME banjos were both created by him. UTE banjos have been his project over the last few years. Unfortunately, he can no longer import the necks at the prices he used to (thanks tariffs…), so, UTE banjos are sadly going away.
UTES are known for their amazing bang for the buck. US rims and parts, with imported necks, that Chuck would reshape, scoop, etc. His banjos always sold well here. We liked UTEs so much, we have purchased his entire remaining inventory! If you want one before they are gone forever, we have all that’s left!
***
IMPORTANT NOTICE!
Due to tariffs, prices are going up, often with little notice. We are being diligent with getting everything changed. However, with such a large inventory, some items may get missed and will have an old price on it, which will be adjusted at checkout. Web sales may have to be canceled and re-processed.
In addition, shipping fees have also gone up.
—————————————————————————————————————————————————–
Since 1973, we have been helping the community with their musical needs. We have taught, inspired and nurtured local musicians. We have repaired and restored their instruments. We have been a “go to” place for traveling musicians, collectors and historians. What’s more, is we have no plans to slow down! We are here to assist our clients, old and new. Whether you are on the hunt for an instrument, have one in need of repair or want to learn how to play, think Music Folk first!
We still have a few open time slots for hammered dulcimer lessons with Mickey Sweeny, the 2023 National Hammered Dulcimer Champion! She has the knowledge and skills to take your playing to the next level, whether you are new to the instrument or are a seasoned player, looking for a challenge.
We recently held our 50thish Anniversary Concert at the Focal Point in Maplewood. Music Folk staff, teachers and members of the Boyer family performed for this fun celebration of music!
PHOTOS FOR OUR 50TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERTS ARE HERE:
LINK TO 5OTH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT PHOTOS
The Webster/Kirkwood Times newspaper did a story about us being around for 50 years! Click here to see the article Webster/Kirkwood Times Article
For the occasion, we have made a LIMITED EDITION commemorative t-shirt. Get them while before they are gone. 50th Anniversary Music Folk T-Shirt Own a part of history!
We have started a Scrapbook page (Scrapbook of Memories) If you have old photos, newspaper clippings or a nice memory you would like to share with us, please send them to musicfolk@musicfolk.com
We are open from 10-8, Monday thru Thursday and 10-6, Friday and Saturday.
Lesson and instrument rental payments can now be paid for online! Please go to our Lessons Page for lesson payment details. Please go to our Rental Page for rental payment details.
St. Louis acoustic and folk music instruments and accessories. Private lessons, instrument repairs, and listening room. Family owned and operated since 1973.
Authorized dealer for Martin Guitars, Guild Guitars, Art and Lutherie, Kamaka Ukeleles, Cordoba, Gold Tone, Blueridge, McSpadden Dulcimers, National Resophonic, Alvarez, Dusty Strings, Eastman, Seagull, Recording King, Oscar Schmidt, and more!
