Business Details
40 Years
experience
Your Trusted Music Store in Topeka, KS
Manning Music has been a cornerstone of the Topeka music community since 1986, building on a legacy that began with Green's Music in 1956. Our expertise spans band and orchestra instruments, guitars, and full-service repair, with a second location in Manhattan since 2018. We prioritize honest service, offering rent-to-own programs, private lessons, and a curated selection of new and used instruments. Our team brings decades of combined experience in musical education and instrument craftsmanship. We emphasize customer satisfaction through flexible payment plans, loaner instruments during repairs, and a 50% discount on early rental buyouts.With two Kansas locations, we serve students, educators, and professional musicians across the region. Our repair shop maintains instruments to optimal performance standards, ensuring longevity for our customers' investments. We collaborate with schools and districts to support music education programs statewide. Our staff includes certified instructors with expertise in multiple instruments and teaching methodologies. Manning Music remains family-owned, committed to fostering musical growth in every community we serve.
Services
Band Instruments
Guitar Rentals
Music Lessons
Repair Services
Orchestra Accessories
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- 35+ years serving Kansas music communities
- Full-service instrument repair shop available
- Rent-to-own programs with flexible terms
- 20+ certified private music instructors
- Largest instrument selection in northeast Kansas
What people say
Expert repair work
Quality instrument selection
Knowledgeable staff
Great lesson instructors
Reliable rentals
Services
Band Instrument Rentals
We offer comprehensive rent-to-own programs for trumpets, saxophones, clarinets, and other band instruments. Our flexible plans allow payments toward purchase with no time limit on returns. Loaner instruments are available during repairs to maintain students' practice schedules.
Guitar Sales
Our inventory includes electric, acoustic, and bass guitars from top brands. We carry amplifiers, effects pedals, and accessories for all skill levels. Manhattan location specializes in guitar-focused product selection and expert setup services.
Private Lessons
Over 20 certified instructors teach piano, strings, brass, woodwinds, and percussion. Weekly half-hour sessions cost $90/month with direct payment to instructors. Studio facilities available at both Kansas locations for personalized learning experiences.
Instrument Repair
Full-service repair shop handles all band/orchestra instruments and guitars. Services include cleaning, tuning, and complex mechanical fixes. Loaner instruments available during repairs to minimize student downtime while maintaining quality standards.
Orchestra Accessories
We stock essential accessories including reeds, ligatures, mouthpieces, and cases. Specialized cleaning kits for flutes, clarinets, and brass instruments available. Professional-grade maintenance tools and replacement parts for all orchestra instruments in stock.
People
Todd Manning
Owner
Todd Manning co-owns Manning Music with Deb Manning, continuing the family legacy since 1996. He oversees operations and maintains the store's commitment to quality music education.
Deb Manning
Owner
Deb Manning co-owns Manning Music with Todd Manning, managing day-to-day operations. She has dedicated over 25 years to expanding the store's educational programs and community partnerships.
Questions
What types of instruments do you rent?
We offer trumpets, saxophones, clarinets, violins, cellos, and other band/orchestra instruments with flexible rent-to-own plans.
How much are guitar lessons?
Private lessons cost $90/month for weekly half-hour sessions with our certified instructors at both Topeka and Manhattan locations.
Do you service school band instruments?
Yes, our full-service repair shop handles all band instrument maintenance with loaner options available during repairs.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Topeka and Manhattan, Kansas with instrument sales, rentals, and lessons for local schools and musicians.
Can I pay instrument rent online?
Yes, we offer convenient automatic credit card billing for all rental payments through our secure payment system.