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Ukuleles
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Fiddles, Dulcimers, and More Stringed Instruments
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Student Essentials

Since 1957, Chicago's non-profit music store.

The Old Town School of Folk Music's true non-profit music store houses a nationally acclaimed collection of instruments, accessories, and educational materials for musicians at any step of their journey. 100% of every sale supports the life-shaping classes, concerts, and community of the Old Town School of Folk Music. Thank you!
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Featured products

Lockhorn (Chicago) Zipper #18 Semi-hollow Electric Guitar 2023 Pistachio/Orange Sherbet w/Padded Gig Bag
Lockhorn (Chicago) Zipper #18 Semi-hollow Electric Guitar 2023 Pistachio/Orange Sherbet w/Padded Gig Bag
$3,015.00
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Martin Custom D-28 Style Sitka Spruce/Flamed Koa Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar w/East Indian Rosewood Binding, Hard Case
Martin Custom D-28 Style Sitka Spruce/Flamed Koa Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar w/East Indian Rosewood Binding, Hard Case
$5,817.00
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R. Robinson (Evanston IL) Model 10-C Sitka Spruce/Claro Walnut Cutaway Parlor Acoustic-Electric Guitar w/Hoffee Hard Case
R. Robinson (Evanston IL) Model 10-C Sitka Spruce/Claro Walnut Cutaway Parlor Acoustic-Electric Guitar w/Hoffee Hard Case
$7,600.00
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Batson USA Custom Torrified Red Spruce/Ziricote Grand Concert Acoustic Guitar 2024 Floor Model w/Cedar Creek Case
Batson USA Custom Torrified Red Spruce/Ziricote Grand Concert Acoustic Guitar 2024 Floor Model w/Cedar Creek Case
$7,500.00
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Deering Artisan Goodtime Two 11" Resonator Banjo
Deering Artisan Goodtime Two 11" Resonator Banjo
$1,179.00
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Eastman MD615 F-Style Solid Spruce/Maple Acoustic-Electric Mandolin Goldburst w/Hard Case
Eastman MD615 F-Style Solid Spruce/Maple Acoustic-Electric Mandolin Goldburst w/Hard Case
$1,749.00
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Northfield A5 Special A-Style Italian Spruce/Figured Maple Mandolin Sunburst w/Hard Case
Northfield A5 Special A-Style Italian Spruce/Figured Maple Mandolin Sunburst w/Hard Case
$3,995.00
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Pisgah Woodchuck 12" Open Back Banjo Ash w/Padded Gig Bag
Pisgah Woodchuck 12" Open Back Banjo Ash w/Padded Gig Bag
$1,595.00
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Fretboard Summit 2024 Pocket T-Shirt Pepper Gray *Pre-Sale*
Fretboard Summit 2024 Pocket T-Shirt Pepper Gray *Pre-Sale*
$22.00
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Fretboard Summit 2024 T-Shirt Hemp Green *Pre-Sale*
Fretboard Summit 2024 T-Shirt Hemp Green *Pre-Sale*
$21.00
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Cirrus C-0014 Adirondack Spruce/Old Growth East Indian Rosewood Acoustic Guitar w/Hard Case
Cirrus C-0014 Adirondack Spruce/Old Growth East Indian Rosewood Acoustic Guitar w/Hard Case
$2,505.00
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Cirrus C-Parlour All-Figured Koa Parlor Acoustic Guitar w/Hard Case
Cirrus C-Parlour All-Figured Koa Parlor Acoustic Guitar w/Hard Case
$2,750.00
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Old Town School Music Store 4544 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL. 60625
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Monday-Thursday: 11:00 AM — 8:00 PM Friday & Saturday: 11:00 AM — 5:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM — 4:00 PM
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