Business Details
38 Years
experience
Your Trusted Music Store & School in Stoughton Since 1988
Founded in November 1988 by Robert Tarchara, a Berklee College of Music graduate, Stoughton Music Center has served as a trusted local resource for musical instruments and education for over 35 years. Our expertise spans Spanish Classical Nylon String Guitars, Ukuleles, Acoustic Steel String and Electric Guitars, Basses, Violins, Violas, Mandolins, and more from renowned brands like Jose Ramirez, Yamaha, and Ibanez. We specialize in fretted instrument repairs and offer private music lessons for all skill levels, taught by college-educated instructors with decades of combined experience.Our sheet music room features piano, guitar, and band method books, including publications by owner Robert Tarchara. As a family-owned business rooted in Stoughton's community since 1963, we combine generational knowledge with a commitment to quality, providing acoustic amplifiers, harmonicas, school band instruments, and accessories. Our annual student recitals and flexible lesson formatsboth in-studio and onlinereflect our dedication to nurturing musical growth. With a legacy of excellence in instrument sales and education, we remain a neighborhood staple for musicians of all ages.
Services
Music Lessons
Instrument Sales
Fretted Instrument Repairs
Sheet Music Sales
Music Accessories
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We offer 37+ years of expertise in music education and instrument sales.
- Our staff includes college-educated instructors with personalized teaching approaches.
- We carry premium instruments from globally recognized brands like Yamaha and Jose Ramirez.
- We provide both in-studio and online lesson options for flexibility.
- Our family-owned business has served Stoughton's music community since 1963.
Services
Private Music Lessons
Stoughton Music Center provides personalized private lessons for all skill levels. Our college-educated instructors teach piano, guitar, bass, violin, ukulele, and voice using tailored approaches. Lessons are available in 30-minute, 45-minute, or one-hour sessions both in-studio and via Zoom, accommodating students' schedules and learning preferences.
Instrument Sales
We offer a wide selection of acoustic instruments including Spanish Classical Nylon String Guitars, Ukuleles, Violins, and Mandolins. Brands featured include Yamaha, Jose Ramirez, Ibanez, and Cremona. Our inventory also includes electric guitars, basses, school band instruments, and specialty items like Portuguese Cavaquinhos from Luthier Elias Marcos.
Fretted Instrument Repairs
Our experts specialize in repairs for guitars, ukuleles, mandolins, and other fretted instruments. Services include setup adjustments, fretwork, and structural repairs to ensure optimal playability. We use professional tools and techniques to maintain the integrity and sound quality of your instruments.
Sheet Music Sales
The sheet music room offers piano, guitar, strings, and band method books. We carry publications by owner Robert Tarchara, including classical guitar transcriptions and instructional materials. Our collection includes songbooks, method guides, and educational resources for students and professionals.
Music Accessories
We provide essential accessories including strings, picks, tuners, metronomes, cases, straps, and microphones. Our inventory covers guitar effects pedals, instrument stands, and reeds for woodwinds. These high-quality supplies support musicians' needs for practice, performance, and instrument maintenance.
People
Robert Tarchara
Owner
Founder Robert Tarchara, a Berklee College of Music graduate, has operated Stoughton Music Center since 1988. A professional nylon string guitarist and published author, he brings decades of musical expertise and community commitment to the business.
Bill McLellan
Drums Instructor
Bill McLellan teaches drum lessons exclusively in-studio, offering personalized instruction for students of all skill levels.
Michael Figueiredo
Guitar Instructor
Michael Figueiredo provides guitar, ukulele, mandolin, banjo, and bass lessons both in-studio and via Zoom, adapting to students' learning preferences.
Ostin Membreno
Piano Instructor
Ostin Membreno offers in-studio piano, voice, and composition lessons, focusing on comprehensive musical education for all ages.
Derek Navin
Guitar Instructor
Derek Navin specializes in guitar instruction, delivering in-studio lessons tailored to individual student goals and skill levels.
Questions
What instruments do you teach at Stoughton Music Center?
We offer private lessons for piano, guitar, bass, violin, viola, cello, ukulele, mandolin, banjo, woodwinds, and voice with experienced instructors.
Do you sell left-handed instruments?
Yes, we carry left-handed models of guitars and other string instruments in our retail store.
Are online music lessons available?
Yes, we provide Zoom lessons from our teachers' studios for flexible learning options.
What brands of instruments do you carry?
We stock instruments from Jose Ramirez, Yamaha, Ibanez, Ortega, Cremona, Hohner, and other premium brands.
Do you offer instrument repair services?
Yes, we specialize in repairs for fretted instruments including guitars, ukuleles, and mandolins.
What music accessories are available?
We sell strings, picks, tuners, metronomes, cases, straps, microphones, and sheet music for various instruments.
