Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Music Store in McAllen, TX
At Melhart Music Center, we have proudly served the Rio Grande Valley for over five decades, providing musicians, students, bands, and educators with high-quality instruments, reliable rentals, professional repairs, and exceptional customer service. Established in 1969 by Jimmie Ray Melhart, our family-owned business has grown from a small piano shop into a comprehensive music center offering a full range of band and orchestra instruments, guitars, drums, sound equipment, and manufacturing solutions. Our team of experienced musicians and knowledgeable staff is dedicated to supporting local music communities through personalized guidance, expert advice, and tailored recommendations. We offer music lessons for all skill levels, instrument repair services, and innovative school music equipment manufacturing, including the #1 band tower system in the U.S.Our commitment to environmental responsibility is reflected in our GREEN-GUARD initiatives, ensuring sustainable practices across all operations. With two locations in McAllen and Edinburg, Texas, we serve both retail customers and institutional clients nationwide through custom design and installation services. Our mission remains rooted in inspiring musical growth, fostering creativity, and delivering trusted solutions that empower musicians at every stage of their journey.
Services
Instruments Sales
Instrument Rentals
Music Lessons
Repair Services
School Equipment
Stage Production
LED Drum Lighting
Storage Cabinets
Layaway Program
Manufacturing
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- We offer over 55 years of experience in music retail and manufacturing.
- Our team consists of certified experts with extensive industry knowledge.
- We provide 24/7 personalized customer support for urgent needs.
- Our patented LED drum lighting technology sets new performance standards.
- We operate with full transparency and no hidden fees.
What people say
Expert staff
Great selection
Excellent lessons
Reliable repairs
Top-quality equipment
Services
Music Lessons
Our music lessons cater to all ages and skill levels with personalized instruction from experienced educators. Students can choose from guitar, piano, violin, drums, brass, and woodwinds, with flexible scheduling for in-person or online sessions. Our instructors tailor lessons to individual goals and learning styles while offering performance opportunities to build confidence and stage presence.
Instrument Repairs
We provide comprehensive repair services for all types of musical instruments and audio equipment. Our skilled technicians perform intricate adjustments and major overhauls with precision, ensuring optimal performance for both professional musicians and beginners through meticulous care and attention to detail.
School Equipment
Melhart manufactures custom band towers, instrument storage cabinets, and acoustic panels designed for educational institutions. Our solutions address space management challenges with environmentally responsible materials while offering nationwide installation services for band rooms, storage facilities, and performance spaces.
Stage Production
Our audio production services include JBL VERTEC line arrays, Yamaha digital consoles, and SGM lighting systems for events of all sizes. We provide complete technical support for concerts, church services, and livestock shows with experienced engineers managing sound, lighting, and visual enhancements.
LED Drum Lighting
Melhart's patented remote-controlled LED drum lights offer 16 million color options and wireless zone control for dynamic visual effects. Designed for professional performers, these systems feature rechargeable batteries, individual drum control, and 1,000-foot remote operation to enhance stage presentations.
People
Jimmie Ray Melhart
Founder
Established Melhart Music Center in 1969 with a vision to create a space that fosters creativity, learning, and a love for music. His legacy continues through the family-owned business's commitment to musical excellence.
Questions
What types of music lessons do you offer?
We provide private lessons for guitar, piano, violin, drums, brass, and woodwinds with flexible scheduling options for all skill levels.
Do you repair all types of musical instruments?
Yes, our technicians handle repairs for all instrument types and audio equipment with specialized expertise in maintenance and restoration.
Are financing options available for purchases?
We offer a layaway program requiring a 25% deposit with 90 days to complete payments on qualifying items.
What school music equipment do you manufacture?
We produce band towers, instrument storage cabinets, acoustic panels, and complete music room solutions with nationwide installation capabilities.
Do you provide stage production services?
Yes, we offer full audio-visual production including sound systems, lighting, and technical support for events of all sizes.
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