Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Musical Instruments & Lessons in Sacramento
Kline Music has been a cornerstone of Sacramento's music community since 1963. Founded by Betty Kline, our family-owned business remains committed to making music accessible and enjoyable for all skill levels. We offer a comprehensive range of services including instrument sales, rentals, repairs, and private lessons taught by experienced instructors. Our store houses one of the region's largest sheet music collections and features trusted brands across guitars, keyboards, orchestral instruments, and audio equipment.With over six decades of experience, we combine deep industry knowledge with personalized service to support musicians at every stage of their journey. Our on-site repair technicians, including luthier Arnie Gamble, ensure professional maintenance for string instruments and guitars. We take pride in fostering a welcoming environment where music education and community engagement thrive.
Services
Music Lessons
Instrument Rentals
Repairs & Restorations
Sheet Music Sales
Guitars
Keyboards
Folk Instruments
Orchestral Strings
Percussion Instruments
Audio Equipment
Details
- Year established: 1963
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1963 with deep local music community ties
- Offers private lessons with experienced local instructors
- Professional on-site repairs by certified luthier Arnie Gamble
- Carries one of the region's largest sheet music selections
- Provides affordable school-year instrument rental programs
Services
Music Lessons
Professional music instruction available for piano, guitar, voice, drums, strings, and brass instruments. Our experienced local instructors provide personalized lessons for all skill levels. Students benefit from dedicated teaching studios and flexible scheduling options.
Instrument Rentals
Affordable rental programs designed for students and school musicians. We offer quality instruments with easy payment plans and maintenance support. Our rental fleet includes violins, cellos, band instruments, and orchestral percussion.
Repairs & Restorations
Professional repair services for string instruments, guitars, and band instruments. Our certified technicians, including master luthier Arnie Gamble, handle everything from routine maintenance to complex restorations using premium materials and techniques.
Sheet Music Sales
Extensive collection of printed music for students, teachers, and performers. We stock educational materials, performance pieces, and instructional books across all musical genres and proficiency levels. Our inventory supports both classical and contemporary musicians.
Audio Equipment
Complete selection of professional audio equipment for live performances and home studios. We carry microphones, mixers, amplifiers, and digital interfaces from trusted brands. Our staff provides expert guidance for both beginners and experienced sound engineers.
People
Betty Kline
Founder
Established Kline Music in 1963 as a small music shop that grew into Sacramento's premier music destination. Her vision created a community-focused business that remains family-owned and dedicated to music education.
Arnie Gamble
Luthier
Master instrument repair technician specializing in string instruments and guitars. Provides expert restoration services with decades of experience maintaining the structural integrity and sound quality of professional and student instruments.
Questions
What are your store hours?
We're open Monday-Friday 10am-7pm, Saturday 10am-5pm, and Sunday 12pm-4pm.
Do you offer music lessons?
Yes, we provide private instruction for piano, guitar, voice, drums, strings, and brass instruments with experienced local instructors.
What instrument brands do you carry?
We stock trusted brands across guitars, keyboards, orchestral instruments, and audio equipment. Our selection includes both entry-level and professional-grade instruments.
Do you provide repair services?
Yes, our certified technicians offer professional repairs for string instruments, guitars, and band instruments, including complex restorations.
Are instrument rentals available?
We offer affordable school-year rental programs with maintenance support for students needing violins, cellos, and band instruments.
